Overview
Dustin W. Seale is a partner in Heidrick & Struggles’ Dubai office and regional leader of Consulting in APAC and the Middle East. He focuses on CEO and board advisory, specifically on improving leadership and talent, and transforming organizations through culture. Previously, he led Consulting in Europe and Africa.
Experience
Dustin’s experience spans a broad range of industries, including telecommunications, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, automotive, banking, consumer goods, technology, and others.
Over the years, Dustin has worked with clients and led projects in more than 60 countries. He frequently speaks and publishes articles on leadership, talent, culture, and transformation. With more than 25 years of experience advising board chairs, CEOs, and their senior leaders, he is known as an influencer in corporate Europe and beyond.
Dustin started his career with a global consulting firm, where he became the managing partner for EMEA. When that firm was acquired by Heidrick & Struggles, he continued in that management role for several years before joining another global firm focused on leading and growing its culture and transformation practice. After three years, Dustin rejoined Heidrick & Struggles to lead Heidrick Consulting in Europe.
Education
University of California at Santa Barbara, Pre-law and Economics
Philanthropy and Service
Dustin is an advisory board member for Grassroot Soccer, a charity focused on improving the lives of young people across the African continent.