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iCEO Vetting Process
How We Vet International Executives and Interim Managers
Our vetting process ensures every iCEO in our network meets the highest professional standards. Once approved, you gain free access to international C-level opportunities matched to your experience and career goals.
Our 3-Step Vetting Process
A straightforward process designed to verify your credentials while respecting your time.
Identification & Application
We source executives through multiple channels—our online platforms, social networks, partner referrals (VCs, PE firms, MBA alumni associations, board members), and direct applications.
- Submit your CV and application online
- Our team reviews your executive experience against our qualification criteria
- Qualified candidates are invited to complete our detailed application form
Profile Verification & Approval
Our team thoroughly reviews your professional background, achievements, and credentials to ensure alignment with our network standards.
- CV and achievements approval (including video CV if submitted)
- iCEO application form review and approval
- Candidate videos and insight papers reviewed by our team
- iCEO online bio approved for display on our Executive Search Engine
Opportunity Matching & Shortlisting
When opportunities arise that match your profile, we conduct additional due diligence before presenting you to clients.
- Pre-selection of 20-30 suitable candidates based on client criteria
- Video interviews with our team
- Two references from previous boards verified by our team
- Final shortlist of 4-6 vetted candidates submitted to our clients
What's Included—Completely Free
All vetted iCEOs receive these benefits at no cost.
C-Level Job Offers
Receive international executive opportunities directly by email in full confidentiality.
iCEO Connect Access
Your private dashboard to view and update all data we hold on you.
Video Studio
Create or upload your video CV and business case presentations.
Search Engine Visibility
Your profile displayed on our Executive Search Engine for companies to discover.
Newsletter Subscription
Regular updates on new opportunities and industry insights.
Publish Thought Leadership
Share success stories and insight papers with an international audience.
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Apply as iCEO →iCEO Vetting Process - Frequently Asked Questions
Who are CEO Worldwide's candidates
C-level executives and interim managers with a minimum of 10 years experience in executive or entrepreneur roles. Our iCEOs have a reputation for excellence in leadership, understand the venture community, and have built fast-growing organizations.
What are the benefits of being a CEO Worldwide candidate (iCEO)?
CEO Worldwide provides iCEOs with international job opportunities at no cost and opens the door to an international community of executives and interim managers. You can publish your success stories and insight papers to a large international audience.
What does it cost to be in CEO Worldwide's database?
Becoming a vetted executive and joining our pool is completely free. This includes certification through our team, regular C-level job offers sent by email in full confidentiality, and access to your data via iCEO Connect.
What happens during the vetting process?
Executives apply online with their CV and application form. If these meet our qualification criteria, we invite you to complete a detailed application form to analyze your abilities and experience further.
Do I have to fill in the application form completely?
Yes. The data we collect is crucial for matching your profile to incoming assignments. If you don't indicate all sectors and fields of your expertise in detail, you reduce your chances of being found on the Executive Search Engine by companies seeking executives with your background.
What is iCEO Connect?
iCEO Connect is a members-only area where vetted executives and interim managers can view and update all data CEO Worldwide holds on them in full confidentiality. It's your private dashboard for managing your executive profile.
How long does the vetting process take?
The initial review of your CV and application typically takes 2-3 business days. Once approved, your profile is activated on our Executive Search Engine and you begin receiving relevant opportunities. The full reference check process occurs when you're shortlisted for specific positions.
Can I update my profile after being vetted?
Yes. Through iCEO Connect, you can update your achievements, professional track record, availability status, photo, business video, and insight papers at any time. Keeping your profile current increases your visibility to companies seeking executives.
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Professional Matching
a timely professional matching process to identify and present the right international executives with relevant local expertise amongst our interim managers, executives, and executive investors.
Fast Selection
a unique cross-border reactivity with a first selection of international executives submitted to our clients in less than 10 days through an executive search amongst our executives and interim managers.
Contractual Flexibility
for any executive recruitment, the clients have the flexibility either to sign a few months interim management agreement or to hire directly our vetted executives for a permanent position.
Competitive Fees
Access our pricing model for executive search and recruitment. Full transparency. No exclusivity. 6-month guarantee period.