First Quarter 2025 Results May 5, 2025 Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Information This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including statements regarding guidance for the second quarter of 2025. The forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates, forecasts, and projections about the industry in which we operate and management's beliefs and assumptions. Forward-looking statements may be identified by the ...

Heidrick & Struggles International (HSII) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 05, 2025 05:00 PM ET Company Participants Tom Monahan - CEO & DirectorNirupam Sinha - CFOKevin Steinke - Managing DirectorTyler Barishaw - Equity Research Associate Conference Call Participants Marc Riddick - Business Services Analyst Operator Thank you, and welcome to Heidrick and Struggles twenty twenty five First Quarter Conference Call. Participating on the call today are the company's CEO, Tom Manahan and CFO, Niripam Sena. Accompanyin ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - First quarter revenue reached approximately $284 million, marking a 7% increase compared to Q1 2024 [22] - Adjusted EBITDA improved by $3.3 million to $29.1 million, with an adjusted EBITDA margin expanding by 50 basis points to 10.3% [22] - Adjusted net income for the quarter was $14.2 million, consistent with the previous year [28] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Executive Search revenue grew 6% to $213 million, with adjusted EBITDA of $52.3 million and an adjusted EBITDA margin of 24.5% [25][26] - On Demand Talent revenue increased 12% to $43 million, achieving adjusted EBITDA of $400,000 compared to a loss of $900,000 in the prior year [26] - Heidrick Consulting saw organic revenue increase 7% year over year to $28 million, but recorded an adjusted EBITDA loss of $2.1 million [27] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue increases in Executive Search were noted across regions: 6% in The Americas, 9% in Europe, and 1% in APAC [25] - European performance was strong across various sectors, including technology, financial services, and industrials [62] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to be the most trusted leadership partner for the C-suite and board, focusing on leadership talent [12] - There is a commitment to grow executive search and assessment capabilities, which are seen as cornerstones of the enterprise [13] - The strategy includes staying close to clients and adapting to their changing needs, particularly in times of economic uncertainty [10][11] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged the current tumultuous operating environment but emphasized strong results and resilience [4][5] - There is a recognition that client caution may affect decision-making in the second half of the year [8] - The company remains confident in its ability to navigate the evolving landscape and drive long-term value for shareholders [30] Other Important Information - The company ended the first quarter with a strong cash position of $325 million, up from $253 million in March 2024 [28] - The second quarter revenue is expected to be within the range of $285 million to $305 million, compared to $279 million in Q2 2024 [29] Q&A Session Summary Question: Insights on past disruptions and their relevance to current circumstances - Management noted that while segments may slow during economic distress, they are not currently seeing this impact [35] - They highlighted the importance of their business attributes, such as no debt and a diversified business mix, in weathering economic storms [36][38] Question: Thoughts on cash usage and acquisition pipeline - Management indicated that cash flow is being managed to pay out earn-out payments from past acquisitions, while also prioritizing organic investments [40][41] Question: Trends in M&A activity and its impact on client demand - M&A activity creates opportunities for the company to engage with clients on leadership and cultural integration [45][46] Question: Profitability expectations for Heidrick Consulting and On Demand Talent - Management expects both segments to move towards profitability, with long-term guidance remaining intact [68] Question: Demand trends among different end markets, particularly financial services - Demand has been broad-based across sectors, with financial services performing well [73]

Core Insights - Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc. reported Q1 2025 financial results that exceeded the high end of their outlook, showcasing a resilient business model and strong client trust [2][6][8] - The company aims to navigate economic uncertainty by enhancing client partnerships and providing strategic advisory services [2][3] Financial Performance - Consolidated net revenue for Q1 2025 was $283.6 million, a 6.9% increase from $265.2 million in Q1 2024, with an 8.1% increase on a constant currency basis [6][10] - Adjusted EBITDA rose to $29.1 million, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 10.3%, up from 9.8% in the previous year [9][12] - Adjusted net income was $14.2 million, with adjusted diluted earnings per share remaining stable at $0.67 compared to Q1 2024 [8][9] Segment Performance - Executive Search segment net revenue increased by 5.9% to $213.4 million, driven by growth across all regions: 5.7% in the Americas, 9.4% in Europe, and 1.2% in Asia Pacific [10][28] - On-Demand Talent segment net revenue grew by 12.4% to $42.6 million, reflecting strong demand [11][12] - Heidrick Consulting segment net revenue increased by 6.8% to $27.6 million, indicating solid performance in consulting services [12][28] Outlook and Dividends - The company anticipates Q2 2025 consolidated net revenue between $285 million and $305 million, compared to $278.6 million in the same period last year [6][15] - A cash dividend of $0.15 per share was declared, payable on May 29, 2025, to shareholders of record on May 15, 2025 [14][15]