Securing C-Suite Leadership for Public Broadcasting
Caspian One is meeting critical C-Suite acquisition needs for public broadcasters, ensuring they secure essential technical leadership to drive innovation and long-term success. Continue reading ↓
Did You Know?
Caspian One helped Gibraltar’s public broadcaster (GBC) hire a new Chief Engineering Technology Officer (CETO), overcoming local skills shortages, COVID-19 restrictions, and budget constraints to ensure a successful, high-profile leadership acquisition.
This story represents Caspian One’s ability to navigate complex hiring challenges, leveraging deep market knowledge and a meticulous approach to executive search. By understanding both technical requirements and cultural nuances, Caspian One provided a tailored solution that aligned with GBC’s leadership needs while managing local sensitivities and budget constraints.
Their hands-on, consultative approach ensured a seamless process, demonstrating their expertise in securing high-profile, strategic talent in specialist industries.
The Challenge
As Gibraltar’s national public broadcaster, GBC faced a significant leadership challenge - finding a Chief Engineering Technology Officer with the right mix of technical expertise, strategic leadership, and cultural alignment. The organisation had limited local talent options, and hiring from outside Gibraltar posed challenges due to budget constraints, government scrutiny, and COVID-19 travel restrictions.
“At that point, we faced another issue - Gibraltar is very protective of its high-level jobs because of the government’s investment in education. I knew I was going to be asked why we were hiring someone from outside Gibraltar, but we managed that element and moved forward with the process.” - Gerard Teuma, CEO, GBC
Furthermore, as a publicly funded broadcaster, every hiring decision was subject to strict government oversight, making the recruitment of an international candidate for a high-profile role particularly sensitive. GBC needed a partner who could discreetly navigate these complexities, ensuring that the right candidate was identified, vetted, and successfully onboarded - without disrupting internal operations or public confidence.
Our Approach
Following a personal recommendation, GBC’s CEO, Gerard Teuma, engaged Caspian One to manage the high-stakes acquisition process. Understanding the sensitivity and complexity of the search, we took a forensic approach to defining the role’s technical, leadership, and cultural requirements.
“Our consultant was very engaging from the beginning. He asked all the right questions. For him, it must have been difficult too - he didn’t know GBC, how we operate, or our culture. Even though we’re all Brits, Gibraltar’s culture is different from the UK - we’re Mediterranean people. But he took copious notes, and we had multiple sessions to fine-tune exactly what we needed before he began the search.” - Gerard Teuma, CEO, GBC
Over multiple in-depth consultations with the CEO, HR Manager, and outgoing Chief Engineer, we built a precise candidate profile - not just focusing on technical capabilities but also considering cultural fit, salary constraints, and relocation feasibility.
Caspian One then conducted a global search, leveraging our extensive broadcast technology network to identify qualified, pre-vetted candidates. Despite the challenges of COVID-19 travel restrictions and budget constraints, we:
Handpicked a shortlist of high-quality candidates, ensuring only the most relevant professionals were considered
Maintained continuous engagement, refining the search based on feedback and adapting the approach as needed
Provided full support through the interview and selection process, ensuring smooth communication between candidates and GBC
“The process was slightly different for us - we had never been so forensic when homing in on exact requirements. That pre-interview process was a blessing and taught us how to be more ruthless in our selection!” - Gerard Teuma, CEO, GBC
The Outcome
Despite the complex challenges of hiring a senior leader in a restricted talent market, Caspian One successfully secured a high-calibre CETO for GBC, meeting the technical, operational, and financial expectations of the CEO and executive team.
“Caspian One dug deep, utilised their contacts, and presented candidates to us. Some we reviewed, some we discarded - and when we needed more, our consultant went back and refined the search. We ultimately selected a person who has now been employed, and the engagement with Caspian One has been fantastic. They were involved more than I expected, which was a great thing—happy, happy, happy. I can’t fault it at all!” — Gerard Teuma, CEO, GBC
Beyond securing the right hire, GBC’s leadership gained valuable insights into improving their recruitment approach - learning how to be more strategic, efficient, and targeted in their executive hiring processes.
What This Meant for the Client:
This skills acquistion project was more than just a hire - it was a strategic milestone for GBC, ensuring the long-term stability, growth, and innovation of Gibraltar’s public broadcasting services.
With Caspian One’s support, transparency, and expertise, the organisation was able to navigate sensitive hiring challenges, secure the best leadership talent, and maintain public trust in its decision-making.
Key Details & Expertise
Keywords: Chief Engineering Technology Officer (CETO), Skills Acquisition, Broadcast Engineering, C-Suite Acquisition, COVID-19 Restrictions, Global Network, Resource Shortages, Technical Leadership, Budget Constraints, Public Broadcaster
Primary Areas of Expertise: Change Management, Infrastructure
Secondary Areas: Skills Acquisition, Broadcast Technology Specialists, Strategic Leadership Recruitment, Team Leadership
Resource Roles: C-Suite, Solution Architect (Broadcast), Broadcast Engineer
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