HR and Executive Search Executive Ellen Mallin Joins Kelleher Associates, Inc. as Senior Vice President and Principal


Wayne, Pennsylvania – February 1, 2008 – Ellen Mallin, a well-respected business executive with extensive experience in human resources and executive search, has joined the Philadelphia region’s premier career management and executive coaching firm, Kelleher Associates, Inc., as Senior Vice President and Principal.

“Ellen brings a special understanding and sensitivity to leadership and organizational development within the financial services, healthcare, telecommunications, publishing and manufacturing industries,” said Ed Kelleher, founder and President of Kelleher Associates. “At Kelleher Associates, Ellen will be responsible for counseling executives in transition, executive coaching and business development. A life long Philadelphian, she has earned an excellent reputation as a seasoned executive search consultant, human resources professional and executive coach. I am proud and delighted to have Ellen join our team.”

“Throughout her career, Ellen has successfully established and nurtured relationships with senior executives and business leaders throughout the tri-state region,” said Mitch Wienick, a Partner at Kelleher Associates. “She brings a deep knowledge of the regional business and employment environment, a network of strong relationships, and a base of relevant experience that will add significant value to our clients and customers.”

Prior to joining Kelleher, Mallin spent the last 15 years consulting with clients nationwide in a wide variety of industries. Most recently, she worked exclusively with Kaplan & Associates (Wynnewood, PA), a well-regarded retained executive search firm. She managed top level executive search engagements and was involved in every aspect of the search and client management process, frequently consulting with Board Members, CEO’s, and other executive level leaders within her clients’ organizations. Mallin began her executive search career as a Vice President with Howard Fischer Associates (Philadelphia, PA) managing complex senior level engagements nationwide.

Before entering the search field, Mallin spent 11 years as a Human Resources executive in the healthcare industry, managing both recruitment and employee relations within local hospital systems. She received her Bachelor’s degree from Temple University. Mallin is the Vice Chairman of the Board of The Supportive Older Women’s Network, and has been a Big Sister with Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Southeastern Pennsylvania for more than 10 years.

About Kelleher Associates:
Kelleher Associates, Inc. is the Philadelphia region’s premier career management and executive coaching firm, offering consistent, individualized attention and customized programs delivered professionally and empathetically by broadly experienced and skilled consultants. Additional information is available at http://www.kelleherassociatesinc.com/.

Media Contact:
Jim DeLorenzo
Phone: 215-564-1122
E-mail: jim@jhdenterprises.com

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