DVP Partners

DVP Partners is redefining the scope of business advisory and executive recruiting for the financial sector. Spearheaded by Managing Partner Don Previti, a seasoned veteran with over thirty years in financial services and alternative assets, the firm leverages his expertise to provide unparalleled value to its clients.

Previti, who frequently speaks at key industry events and panels, emphasizes the importance of staying connected to the industry’s pulse to succeed in a dynamic financial services recruitment market.

He says, “We’re specialists, not generalists; we have been business practitioners first and therefore understand this sector’s unique challenges and opportunities. We focus on sourcing candidates who not only meet technical and regulatory standards, evidenced by certifications like the FINRA Series exams and the CFA designation, but who can immediately contribute to your business’s strategic goals. Our business acumen allows us to assess candidates that ensure they strongly align with the client’s long-term business objectives.”

Thanks to Previti’s stewardship over the past 12 years, DVP has perfected a rigorous and insightful selection process, breaking the mold of traditional recruitment to drive sustainable growth and create lasting value for a firm.

The approach involves direct engagement with both HR departments and senior management—including managing partners, presidents and CEOs—to ensure talent acquisition is seamlessly integrated with strategic business goals. It delves deeply into each requirement, analyzing factors on a strategic, tactical and cultural level to ensure client and candidate interests are closely aligned. Such thoroughness provides a nuanced understanding of the needs that extend beyond listed job specifications and supports the alignment of new hires with the company’s long-term vision and cultural ethos, fostering sustainable growth.

That said, the search for top talent within the alternative assets space and related fields, like public accounting, is particularly demanding. Hedge funds, private equity and other alternative asset firms require specialized skills—expertise in financial modeling, data analysis and complex strategies. These rigorous requirements, coupled with factors like increased demand for services and evolving skillsets, create a limited talent pool, driving up costs and making it difficult to find the best candidates.

As a member of NPAworldwide, which encompasses over 500 independent boutique recruiting firms, Previti has premium access to a ‘dark pool of talent’—exceptional professionals typically beyond the reach of conventional recruitment channels. This grants exclusive entry to rare, high-caliber talent ready for impactful growth on national and international stages. Its global reach is well-proven, with DVP making successful placements not only nationally, but from Singapore to the UK, emphasizing its expansive influence and effectiveness.

“Our focus is always on the long-term interests of our clients. That’s why we often introduce our clients to the valuable partners within our network, facilitating meaningful connections that add to our client bottom line and growth,” Previti explains.

For the recruitment processes, DVP stays at the forefront of technology and innovation, using all the latest recruiting tools and strategies for maximum efficiency and reach. This includes leveraging online platforms for targeted sourcing and employing data-driven analytics to identify top talent. The interview process also goes beyond technical skills, assessing a candidate’s adaptability and drive—essential qualities for thriving in the industry’s distinctive culture. Additionally, DVP is keenly attuned to the growing trend of remote work and actively seeks candidates who are proficient in both dedicated and virtual environments.

A prime example of hiring effectiveness is demonstrated through DVP’s work with a recognized global international asset manager. The company successfully placed an exceptional candidate as an associate director of compliance, a crucial position due to the stringent regulatory demands of the asset management and financial services sectors. Within just a year, the value of this placement was evident as the candidate was promoted to chief compliance officer, highlighting Previti and DVP’s remarkable ability to match top talent with ideal opportunities.

Previti’s commitment to quality over quantity is a fundamental principle that permeates his team of dedicated recruiters. “I prefer one quality candidate over five that don’t meet our standards,” he emphasizes. By focusing on candidates who not only have a stable track record but possess essential soft skills, Previti’s team guarantees high-quality recruitment.

Partnering with DVP not only secures high-caliber candidates with critical roles, from compliance to leadership, but the future leaders who will propel your organization forward.