Joe Kummerl brings more than five years of full-cycle, retained recruiting experience to The Elliot Group, partnering with clients across the Private Equity, Restaurants, Hospitality, Fitness, QSR, Retail, and Convenience Store industries. He specializes in placing Director, Vice President, and C-suite–level talent, with a primary focus on Operations, Marketing, and Human Resources.

Prior to joining Elliot, Joe built his recruiting foundation in retained executive search, where he is known for his adaptability and disciplined search execution. Joe effectively manages multiple searches simultaneously while consistently delivering timely, high-quality results. Clients value Joe for his collaborative, partnership-driven approach, while candidates appreciate his transparency, organization, and honest communication throughout the search process.

Based in Cleveland, Ohio, Joe lives with his wife, Maddie, their young son, and their dog. Outside of work, he enjoys fitness, golf, and hockey, having played collegiately at Kent State University.