We uncover leaders with the ability to transform, unite, and endure.
Leadership decisions are among the most defining choices an organization can make.
At Alides, we support shareholders, boards, and executives as they navigate their most sensitive leadership moments:
appointing a CEO, promoting a key leader, or planning a strategic succession.
Our mission: to help you appoint the right leader, at the right time, in the right context.
Identifying the leaders who will shape your future
Our Vision of Leadership
A great leader is more than an impressive résumé or a linear career path. A true leader is someone who:
Has a clear vision and can rally others around it
Aligns culturally with the organization and its values
Drives transformation while preserving balance
And most importantly, has the potential to grow with the challenges ahead
At Alides, we don’t place profiles. We reveal individuals capable of writing the next chapter of your company’s story.
Executive Search
Recruitment of top executives (CEO, COO, CFO…) in close collaboration with boards, shareholders, and in alignment with the company’s strategic priorities.
CEO & Leadership Succession
Structured planning and support for executive transitions — with method, objectivity, and impact.
Board & Advisor Search
Selection of independent directors, senior advisors, or committee members to strengthen governance, strategic vision, and organizational agility.
Ensuring a Successful Transition
A successful CEO succession doesn’t hinge on the appointment itself, but on the quality of the process.
At Alides, we view the appointment of a CEO as a critical milestone in a journey — not an end in itself. The CEO role is unique, and in a world shaped by complexity, volatility, and uncertainty, it requires a clear, shared, and evolving vision of leadership competencies.
How we support you :
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Co-designing a structured, flexible, and long-term succession process aligned with board objectives
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Objectively assessing internal talent: mapping potential, measuring readiness, and comparing profiles — with full confidentiality
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Preparing future CEOs through personalized development plans and long-term support, including onboarding
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Strengthening the leadership team around the future CEO by fostering trust and alignment
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Working closely with your board of directors to ensure a smooth, transparent, and sustainable transition.
We support every stage of the journey — from proactive planning to the successful integration of the new CEO.u CEO.
Our mission: to secure the future of your organization by placing the right leader, at the right time — under the best conditions.
CEO Succession
Executive Search
Tailored Leadership Search
Appointing the right leader is a strategic decision — and the best candidate is not always the most obvious.
At Alides, every executive search mandate is fully customized.
We take the time to deeply understand your sector, company, team, and the specific context in which you operate.
Whether you're creating a new role, preparing for succession, or navigating a major transformation, we identify profiles capable of bringing fresh perspective and making a real difference..
A bespoke, impact-driven approach:
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Internal talent assessment: we help you objectively evaluate the potential of leaders already within your organization
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External candidate search: we activate our network to connect you with top-tier market talent — discreetly, thoughtfully, and with an eye for the unexpected
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Strategic guidance: we leverage our experience across thousands of evaluations and mandates to support your most sensitive decisions
Board & Advisor Search
Governance that Creates Value
The right balance of skills, perspectives, and experiences around the boardroom table makes all the difference.
At Alides, we help you build or renew your boards of directors and advisory boards with profiles who can drive growth, innovation, and transformation.
We leverage an international network of board members, senior advisors, and experts, always combining strategic experience, diversity, and cultural alignment.
Our approach is built on:
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A precise understanding of your board’s needs
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Confidential and targeted search processes
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Strong commitment to diversity and relevant expertise
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Access to our Manbit Al Ahrar initiative, connecting Moroccan companies with accomplished leaders from the diaspora
FAQ
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Why is CEO succession planning important?
To ensure continuity, stability, and long-term success for the company.
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How do you identify internal candidates for succession?
Through rigorous and discreet evaluation techniques.
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What are the main challenges of CEO succession?
Resistance to change, the new CEO’s quick adaptation, and ensuring strategic continuity.
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How do you ensure a smooth transition for the new CEO?
With continuous support and regular assessments throughout the integration process.
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What tools do you use to assess succession candidates?
Psychometric tests, role simulations, and structured interviews.
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What are the key steps in implementing a succession plan?
Preparation and planning, execution, follow-up, and continuous evaluation.