S.D. Kelly & Associates

Since 1987, S.D. Kelly & Associates has specialized in retained and exclusive search within the Technology Sector. Primary industries served include electronic components & subassemblies, factory automation, advanced materials, chemicals, biotechnology, medical devices, test & measurement, manufacturing equipment, photonics, computer hardware and aerospace/defense.

Search assignments are conducted in the areas of sales, marketing, R&D, engineering, operations including manufacturing, supply chain, quality, test, and executive management. The firm also provides consulting services including marketing research and competitive analysis, career management, and recruitment training and strategies.

S.D. Kelly operates on a global basis, with a track record of success in North America, Europe and Asia. Our clients include established corporations from the Fortune 50 list as well as emerging and start-up companies in the advanced technology sector.

A partial list of key clients successfully serviced in recent years includes Teradyne, Vishay, Keithley, KLA-Tencor, Data I/O, Veeco, Smiths Group plc, Ionics, Northrup-Grumman, Millipore, ADE, and Pentair.

  • Leader in Retained Search and Recruitment in the Technology Sector

  • Maintains the highest levels of confidentiality and work ethic

  • Consistent performance, exceptional quality and successful completion of projects with efficient cycle time.

  • Recognized as leading recruitment firm in fields of specialization

  • Senior Staff Consultants are all recognized as leaders in their fields of specialization

  • Long-term strategic partnerships with major clients

  • Unique, in-depth search process, including proprietary, customized core competency evaluation

  • Extensive professional network of contacts throughout the U.S. and Europe 

  • Member of MPPC, US-Recruiters and MAPS

  • Featured in the Boston Business Magazine

  • Founded in 1987