
Tighe Burke
Founder of SRCH (SRCH Partners) who recruits CEOs and operators for growth-stage companies, sharing expertise on performance-based compensation, leadership language, and hiring operators for $5–$50M businesses.
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Feb 11, 2026 • 27min
What Tighe Burke Learned from Interviewing 1,000 CEO's
Tighe Burke, founder of SRCH who recruits CEOs and operators for growth-stage companies, joins to unpack leadership and hiring for $5–$50M businesses. He contrasts performance-based upside with entitlement pay. He explains how leaders who say "we" differ from those who say "I." He reveals the rule: if you have doubts about a hire, stop and rethink.

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Jan 16, 2026 • 1h
#179: Don't Sell Your SaaS Yet: Hire a CEO and Get Your Life Back - Tighe Burke
Tighe Burke, founder of SRCH Partners and expert in executive searches, discusses how SaaS founders can step back by hiring a CEO instead of selling. He shares insights on identifying founder readiness, the importance of profitability for hiring top operators, and how this strategic move can multiply a company's value. Tighe explains the ideal backgrounds for CEOs, compensation structures, and offers red flags to watch for during the transition. Ultimately, he encourages founders to envision their future roles to make the best decision for their businesses.


