Mind the Gap: Explaining Career Breaks and Pauses in Resumes

Adrian von Dewall is Managing Partner and a trusted executive search advisor to boards and executive leadership teams. With more than 23 years of experience, he supports organizations in complex C-level and succession decisions, particularly in contexts requiring strategic clarity, discretion and sound judgment. His work spans leadership mandates across industries, informed by a deep understanding of governance, transformation and executive dynamics. His advisory perspective is grounded in advanced executive education at the University of St. Gallen and decades of hands-on experience at the top of organizations.