Garrett Stephenson - CEO & Senior Partner
Garrett Stephenson is a nationally recognized leader in executive search with over 25 years of experience driving talent strategy across Medical Devices, Import/Export Trade Compliance, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, Logistics, and Supply Chain Operations.
As the Founder and CEO of Gateway Recruiting, Garrett built a firm that operates not just as a vendor, but as a true partner and extension of each client’s team. His approach is rooted in honest relationships, thoughtful strategy, and a commitment to treating every professional—whether a Fortune 500 CEO or a recent college graduate—with equal care, discretion, and respect.
Garrett’s team places full-time professionals, short-term consultants, and senior executives through retained searches, always with a focus on precision, speed, and cultural fit.
Before founding Gateway, Garrett was a top-performing Senior Partner at Point-to-Point Consulting, where he led new vertical launches and ranked as the firm’s top sales performer four years running. Earlier in his career, Garrett held leadership roles including:
- Manager of Customer Care – Ratexchange (San Francisco)
- Manager of Customer Development – Redmeteor.com (Houston)
- Senior Network Engineer – Coast Energy Group / Cornerstone Propane (Watsonville)
Beyond recruiting, Garrett is a dedicated mentor and coach, helping young professionals grow their careers and give back to their communities. He actively supports organizations like the SPCA and the American Heart Association.
