Our Guest: Ted Coss

Ted leads the strategic direction of top talent search firm, Buckman Enochs Coss and Associates (BEC) while ensuring outstanding service and measurable results for clients. With a deep passion for life sciences and healthcare, Ted draws from both professional and personal experiences to understand the transformative impact of these industries.

Since joining BEC in 1993, Ted has successfully completed hundreds of executive searches including numerous C-level placements and large-scale commercial team expansions. Many of the leaders he has placed have gone on to shape the future of global life sciences companies.

Under his leadership, BEC has become a trusted executive search partner with over 40 years of proven success in delivering executive-level talent to life sciences and healthcare organizations. The firm is recognized for building resilient leadership teams that align with aggressive growth goals in biotech, pharma, medical technology, and healthcare services.

Ted offers expert consultation to both emerging startups and established enterprises. His sharp executive search acumen, combined with a consultative, high-touch style, continues to help companies scale effectively, strengthen culture, and achieve long-term growth.

Prior to joining BEC, Ted worked with Robert Half International and earned a BS in Business Administration from The Ohio State University.

What You'll Learn in this Episode:

• Why today's talent strategy must extend beyond recruiting

• How BEC maintains an unprecedented 5.3% turnover rate in a 15% industry

• The story behind the BEC–CoEffex partnership

• How to build a true leadership lifecycle—from hiring to development to retention

• What makes DRO (Direct Recruiting Outsourcing) a game-changing model

• How assessment and coaching drive measurable ROI

• Lessons from BEC's pivot to 100% virtual hiring during COVID

• Why "running the play of perfection" builds trust and loyalty

• How shared values and mission alignment create lasting partnerships

Resources & Links

Ted Coss

• Website - https://becsearch.com/

• LinkedIn - BEC Search

• LinkedIn - Ted Coss

Ed Molitor

• Website - coeffex.com

• LinkedIn - CoEffex

• LinkedIn - Ed Molitor