Verified Impersonation Scam targeting Spencer Stuart Users

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From: [REDACTED]
Date: Thu, Mar 5, 2026 at 9:31 AM
Subject: SCAM Fwd: Confidential Executive Mandates – Strategic Leadership Opportunities
To: [REDACTED]

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From: Robert <robertedison1111@gmail.com>
Date: Thu, Mar 5, 2026 at 9:20 AM
Subject: Re: Confidential Executive Mandates – Strategic Leadership Opportunities
To: [REDACTED]

Hi [REDACTED],

Thank you for pointing that out, and I appreciate your diligence. In executive search, especially when working on confidential mandates, it’s not uncommon for initial outreach or scheduling correspondence to occasionally route through different administrative or communication channels. That said, I completely understand why the discrepancy caught your attention.

To avoid any confusion and to ensure full transparency going forward, I will follow up with you directly from my primary account so that our correspondence is properly aligned.

By way of brief introduction again, I lead senior-level executive engagements with Spencer Stuart, partnering with boards and C-suite stakeholders who are seeking leaders capable of guiding organizations through critical phases of transformation, growth, and strategic evolution. The searches I’m currently advising on are highly confidential and targeted, which is why I approach conversations thoughtfully to ensure meaningful alignment before sharing specific mandates.

Your background and leadership experience stood out to me as potentially relevant to several discussions currently underway, which is why I reached out. My goal is simply to explore whether there may be a strategic fit worth discussing further.

I will reconnect with you shortly from my primary account so you have the proper contact details. In the meantime, I appreciate your openness to the conversation and look forward to continuing the discussion.

On Thu, Mar 5, 2026, 2:28 PM [REDACTED] wrote:

You’re going to need to tell me more about yourself and your firm first especially since your name says Olga, your email says Robert, and this is a Gmail. I know of Spencer Stuart though of course.

On Thu, Mar 5, 2026 at 7:24 AM Robert <robertedison1111@gmail.com> wrote:

> Hi [REDACTED],
>
> Thank you for your response and for your interest in learning more about the opportunity. I appreciate your initiative in wanting to understand the details, and I’m happy to provide more insight.
>
> We’re currently partnering with several organizations on confidential senior-level searches. Because these engagements are highly targeted and tailored to each executive’s background and career goals, I like to first gain a clear understanding of a candidate’s preferences before sharing specific details. This ensures that any opportunity I present is genuinely aligned with what you’re looking for.
>
> To help guide the conversation, I’d appreciate learning a bit more about your preferences:
>
> • What type of leadership role or functional area are you most interested in pursuing next?
>
> • Do you have a preferred work setup — onsite, hybrid, or remote?
>
> • Are there specific industries or company types that particularly interest you?
>
> Once I have a clearer understanding of your goals and priorities, I’ll be able to share the most relevant opportunities and outline the potential next steps.
>
> I look forward to learning more about your interests.
>
>
> On Thu, Mar 5, 2026, 1:17 PM [REDACTED] wrote:
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>> Oh please and me more info
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>> On Thu, Mar 5, 2026 at 6:50 AM Robert <robertedison1111@gmail.com> wrote:
>>
>>> Hi,
>>>
>>> It’s a privilege to connect with accomplished leaders such as yourself. The measurable impact you’ve delivered throughout your career speaks volumes, and your leadership trajectory reflects the caliber organizations seek when navigating pivotal moments of transformation and growth.
>>>
>>> My name is Olga Romanova, and I lead senior-level executive engagements at spencer stuart. I partner directly with boards and C-suite stakeholders who are actively seeking visionary leaders capable of influencing enterprise-wide strategy, strengthening culture, and driving sustained competitive advantage.
>>>
>>> I am currently advising on a select number of highly confidential executive mandates. These roles are not broadly marketed and represent rare opportunities to shape organizational direction at the highest level. Beyond competitive compensation, they offer strategic authority, board visibility, and the platform to leave a lasting legacy within industry-defining organizations.
>>> Given your background and demonstrated leadership impact, I believe this could represent a pivotal conversation one that may be difficult to replicate elsewhere.
>>>
>>> If you would be open to a brief, discreet discussion, I would value the opportunity to explore alignment and share further context.
>>>
>>> With respect,
>>> Olga Romanova
>>> Lead Recruiter | Executive Search
>>> Spencer Stuart