Top Executive Search & Recruitment Brands by AI Visibility in Hong Kong

Hong Kong's Executive Search & Recruitment generative engine optimization (GEO) data identifies clear leaders. Korn Ferry dominates with a 100% Visibility Index and an unmatched Avg Response Position of #1.00, signifying superior top-of-mind recall. Other global players like Odgers Berndtson (#3.33), Heidrick & Struggles (#4.00), Egon Zehnder (#6.67), Spencer Stuart (#7.67), and Russell Reynolds Associates (#8.83) also achieve 100% visibility. Their higher average positions indicate Korn Ferry consistently captures primary AI-driven recommendations, as lower numbers (closer to #1.0) reflect stronger recall.

A second-tier exhibits more intermittent GEO visibility. Boyden, Michael Page, and Robert Walters show a 50% Visibility Index, appearing in half of responses with average positions from #6.00 to #11.33. Notably, Page Executive, despite a lower 33.3% Visibility Index, achieves a strong Avg Response Position of #2.00 when present. This suggests a highly relevant or optimized niche, contrasting with the consistent, broader dominance of top-tier firms in Hong Kong's executive search landscape.

Rank Brand Name Share of Voice Avg Position
#1 Korn Ferry
100%
#1.00
#2 Odgers Berndtson
100%
#3.33
#3 Heidrick & Struggles
100%
#4.00
#4 Egon Zehnder
100%
#6.67
#5 Spencer Stuart
100%
#7.67
#6 Russell Reynolds Associates
100%
#8.83
#7 Page Executive
67%
#3.50
#8 Boyden
50%
#6.00
#9 Robert Walters
50%
#11.33
#10 Hays
33%
#6.00

Methodology & Metrics Definition:

  • Share of Voice (SOV): The percentage of AI search evaluation cycles where the brand was explicitly cited or recommended.
  • Avg Position: The average order of appearance in AI response lists (closer to #1.00 indicates top-of-mind priority).
  • Evaluated AI Models: Benchmark evaluations are conducted across OpenAI ChatGPT and Google Gemini.

Monthly data generated via Altovista AI Visibility Intelligence. Last Updated: July 24, 2026