
New York, NY – September 18, 2025 – Riviera Partners, the leading executive search firm specializing in technology leadership, today announced the return of Bobby Gormsen as Client Partner. With more than 20 years of experience in executive search and talent leadership, Bobby will advise public companies on senior executive hiring across technology, product, and security functions.
Bobby’s career spans startups, high-growth technology companies, and global enterprises. Prior to rejoining Riviera, he held senior talent acquisition leadership roles at organizations such as Etsy and Frame.io, where he drove large-scale recruiting strategies and led teams through major milestones including IPOs and acquisitions. His expertise in building executive teams during times of transformation has made him a trusted advisor to leaders navigating complex growth.
“We are thrilled to welcome Bobby back to Riviera,” said Michael A. Morell, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Riviera Partners. “His two decades of experience leading talent strategies for some of the most innovative companies, combined with his proven ability to deliver results at scale, make him a tremendous asset to our firm and our clients. We are excited to have him back on the team as we continue to expand our impact with public companies.”
“It feels great to be back at Riviera,” said Bobby Gormsen. “With the industry’s most powerful recruiting platform and an extraordinary team, we’re uniquely positioned to help clients build executive teams that drive lasting impact.”
With Gormsen’s return, Riviera continues to strengthen its position as the go-to search partner for companies across all stages – venture-backed, private equity-backed, and public – delivering world-class technology leadership that drives business success.
About Riviera Partners
Riviera Partners is a global executive search firm specializing in technology, product, and design leadership. With over two decades of experience and a proprietary platform that combines deep recruiting expertise with data-driven insights, Riviera is the go-to talent partner for venture capital, private equity, and public companies. Learn more at www.rivierapartners.com.