Global talent search for Karen Romer and Hexagon

Partnering with Hammer & Hanborg

When Hexagon Composites, a global leader in clean energy solutions, needed a Communications Manager, they turned to Hammer & Hanborg. Karen had over a decade of experience working with Hammer & Hanborg—both as a candidate and a client.

"I have experience with Hammer & Hanborg that dates back over a dozen years – on both the client side and the candidate side. My experience has always been positive," says Karen. "When looking for the right person to fill the Corporate Communications Manager role at Hexagon’s HQ, I looked to Hammer & Hanborg for a temporary part-time resource to support our capacity needs, while we also had them start a search for the permanent position."

Finding the right Communications Manager with global search

Hexagon needed someone with 5-8 years of communications experience in a global company—someone proactive, driven, and aligned with Hexagon’s mission to drive the energy transition.

"We were looking for someone with strong initiative and motivation to support our mission," says Karen. "Hammer & Hanborg understood that our small team needed both writing skills and a visual eye in one person. They focused the search on candidates who had experience in both structured corporate environments and entrepreneurial settings where adaptability is key."

The hiring process and key considerations

Hammer & Hanborg conducted a global search, which led them to Emily Cherry, a communications professional from Australia living in Italy at the time. She was willing to relocate to Ålesund, Norway, demonstrating her commitment to the role.

"I was super impressed by the reach of Hammer & Hanborg’s candidate network. Given that we operate in a niche industry with a lean communications team, we were more interested in finding the right person than simply filling the role quickly. Hammer & Hanborg took the time and effort to ensure we met all our requirements."

The value of international experience

With its global reach and expertise in clean energy solutions, Hexagon benefits from hiring professionals with cross-cultural communication skills. Emily brought international experience and a global perspective, which has positively influenced both internal and external communications.

"I would say that international experience—and the understanding of cross-cultural communications—is essential to Hexagon’s success," Karen explains. "Emily is a citizen of the world. She takes immense pride in her communication skills and continually works to improve them. She has a strong set of values and direction. She challenges herself every day and creates her own opportunities. She is knowledgeable, creative, and efficient—one of our best hires."

Are you looking for international competency?

If your company is looking to strengthen its communications team with the right talent, not just the first available candidate, Hammer & Hanborg is ready to help. Let’s find the perfect match together.