About
A boutique search firm built for the era of business transformation.
Scherer Talent is a boutique recruiting and consulting firm based in Austin, TX, with national reach. We specialize in placing mid-to-senior talent at companies navigating digital transformation, technology modernization, and organizational change.
We work with a selective portfolio of clients — technology companies, digital-native businesses, and traditional enterprises undergoing transformation — where the right hire isn’t just a headcount decision, it’s a strategic one.
Meet the Team
Mackenzie “Mac” Scherer
Co-Founder
Born and raised in Austin, Mac began her career at a large tech-focused recruiting firm, where she quickly rose from recruiter to managing the entire Austin market. Over nearly a decade in the industry, she built deep relationships across the local technology ecosystem, specializing in hiring for high-impact roles in software engineering, data, and emerging technology.
Today, Mac leads Scherer Talent with a clear mission: to help growing companies build stronger teams as they scale and evolve. With extensive experience in client partnership, recruiting strategy, and project execution, she brings both precision and heart to every search. Her deep roots in Austin, combined with her hands-on market expertise, allow her to connect exceptional talent with companies ready to innovate and grow.
Ben Scherer
Co-Founder
Ben began his professional journey as an entrepreneur, co-founding a 3D printing dental lab in Tucson, Arizona. In 2019, he moved to Austin and brought his entrepreneurial spirit to GLG, where he connected private equity clients with expert consultants. His knack for building relationships and leading teams naturally complements Mac's recruiting expertise.
How We’re Different
Most recruiting firms are built for volume. We’re built for precision. Our model is deliberately boutique: a smaller client list, deeper relationships, and a more focused search process.
Every engagement is led personally by a principal recruiter who understands the domain they’re hiring in. We don’t hand searches off to junior sourcers. We don’t fill your inbox with unvetted resumes. We bring you a shortlist of people who are genuinely strong fits — technically, strategically, and culturally.
Our Specialties
We focus on roles that sit at the intersection of business and technology — the functions where talent gaps most often derail transformation efforts:
- Digital, data, and AI transformation leadership
- Software engineering and technology modernization
- Infrastructure, DevOps, and cloud engineering
- Product management and program delivery
- Operations, supply chain, and process optimization
- Finance, ERP/CRM systems, and business intelligence
- Cross-functional executives and department heads
Flexible Hiring Models
| Model | Best For | Structure |
|---|---|---|
| Direct Hire | Permanent, long-term roles | Retained or contingency fee |
| Contract / Fractional | Project-based or interim needs | Hourly or weekly billing |
| Contract-to-Hire | Evaluating fit before committing | Contract that converts to perm |
Work With Us
Whether you’re filling a single critical role or building out a new function, we’d like to learn more about your needs.