With over 20 years of experience in executive search and leadership advisory, Illona Vak is a Managing Consultant in Korn Ferry’s Search practice, specialising in senior leadership appointments across global technology markets. Her career reflects a deep commitment to helping organisations identify and develop transformative leaders.
Illona is a trusted partner to pioneering enterprises, high-growth digital ventures, ASX-listed companies, and entrepreneurial founders. She has successfully delivered searches for Go-to-Market Executives, Commercial Leaders, and Product and Technology Executives, working closely with C-suite stakeholders to build world-class leadership and transformation teams.
Her expertise spans traditional industries and technology-first businesses, supporting clients in scaling operations, driving innovation, and navigating complex digital change.
Having founded and led her own executive recruitment firm, Illona brings an entrepreneurial mindset and a pragmatic, client-centric approach to every engagement. She is recognised for her professionalism, efficiency, and ability to foster long-term relationships built on trust and results.
Illona began her career with a global professional services firm after graduating with a Bachelor of Commerce from The University of Melbourne and has also gained international experience working in the UK.
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