Mercenary Talent Group is a boutique executive search firm founded by Minneapolis-based recruiter *Joe Hysell**. We partner with growth- focused organizations to hire leaders and skilled professionals who build trust, drive revenue and results, and genuinely care about the work they do.*

At Mercenary Talent Group, we believe great people and leaders create positive change. With more than a decade of recruiting expertise, we take a human, story-driven approach to connecting mission-aligned leaders and high-performing professionals with the organizations that need them most. Our work is defined by transparency, relentless focus on results, and a genuine investment in the growth of both clients and candidates.

Rooted in the ethos of true talent mercenaries, we operate with precision, discretion, and speed while delivering decisive, high-quality search outcomes without compromising authenticity or alignment. Whether building a C-suite or strengthening a critical team, our mission is simple: connect exceptional people with the roles where they will create meaningful, lasting impact and drive organizational growth.

2025 Placements - HR / Accounting & Finance / Engineering / Sales & Marketing

Mercenary Talent Group is a boutique executive search firm founded by Minneapolis-based recruiter Joe Hysell. We partner with growth- focused organizations to hire leaders and skilled professionals who build trust, drive revenue and results, and genuinely care about the work they do.

Mercenary Talent Group is a boutique executive search firm founded by Minneapolis-based recruiter *Joe Hysell**. We partner with growth- focused organizations to hire leaders and skilled professionals who build trust, drive revenue and results, and genuinely care about the work they do.*