Tighe Burke

Founder and principal of SRCH Partners, a boutique executive search firm that helps SaaS founders hire operators and replace themselves as CEO without selling their companies, with experience placing CEOs and running many executive searches.

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Jan 16, 2026 • 1h

#179: Don't Sell Your SaaS Yet: Hire a CEO and Get Your Life Back - Tighe Burke

Tighe Burke, founder of SRCH Partners and expert in executive searches, discusses how SaaS founders can step back by hiring a CEO instead of selling. He shares insights on identifying founder readiness, the importance of profitability for hiring top operators, and how this strategic move can multiply a company's value. Tighe explains the ideal backgrounds for CEOs, compensation structures, and offers red flags to watch for during the transition. Ultimately, he encourages founders to envision their future roles to make the best decision for their businesses.

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