ABOUT
Information Technology (IT)
Talent Partners
We operate at the intersection of executive search and executive presence — ensuring leaders don’t just secure roles, but excel within them.
meet
the team
We’re a team of professionals with human capital experience, tech expertise, and a shared goal of opening the right doors together.
CHARLES
DIRECTOR OF EXECUTIVE TALENT STRATEGY
Charles McCants is a seasoned IT leader with 29 years of industry experience and 12 years of executive leadership, including serving as an Executive Director of IT in the EdTech industry. He holds technical certifications, including Cisco CCNP Enterprise, and brings strategic clarity and real-world technical credibility to every search. His approach is precise, thoughtful, and focused on matching organizations with leaders who can deliver lasting impact.
JADE
CLIENT EXPERIENCE | OPERATIONS PARTNER
Jade Bracey is a vital member of our back-office team, with over a decade of experience in human resources, business analysis, and staffing support. She handles logistics for search projects, coordinating schedules, meetings, and communications. Jade manages timelines and documentation to keep projects on track, allowing recruiters and hiring managers to focus on candidates while she manages operational tasks.
the founder
JORDAN T. MCCANTS, MBA
Jordan McCants is an experienced IT professional, mentor, and founder of The Manhattan Group—a boutique firm dedicated to connecting technology leaders with valuable opportunities. Her IT career began after earning an associate’s degree in computer information systems and completing the Cisco Networking program. She later earned a bachelor’s degree in organizational management and an MBA.
Jordan now blends her technical expertise with a strong commitment to leadership development, supporting others as they build confidence, enhance their presence, and increase their impact. She is especially passionate about inspiring the next generation of tech professionals to see new possibilities and pursue careers that offer both stability and purpose.
"My perspective on leadership isn’t theoretical. I’ve built, pivoted, and led through seasons that required resilience and clarity under pressure. That experience shapes how I support the leaders I represent — with structure, strategy, and a deep respect for what’s at stake."
let's work together
MAKING Talent acquisition PERSONAL & PRECISE.
We listen beyond the job description. We advocate for our candidates. We advise our hiring partners. We care about the ripple effect of the match — not just the transaction.
You get a partner who’s not rushing to close, but committed to opening the right door — and walking through it with you.
