Dean Romano
Areas Of Specialty
Dean’s recruiting journey began with a deep-rooted passion for connecting exceptional talent with thriving businesses. With more than 25 years of experience across luxury hospitality, real estate, and executive search, Dean has developed a nuanced understanding of both client and candidate needs. He specializes in hospitality recruiting and executive search recruiting, consistently delivering tailored talent acquisition solutions for roles in Marketing, Finance, Pharma, and Real Estate. Whether working on contingent or retained searches, Dean’s focus is always on creating long-term, successful matches that drive results.
Before joining Goodwin Recruiting, Dean led executive searches across a wide range of industries. His entrepreneurial spirit and leadership sharpened his ability to navigate complex workforce needs, offering customized recruitment strategies to high-growth and established companies alike. His background in five-star hospitality and multi-unit residential property management gave him a unique lens into team dynamics, leadership development, and organizational growth – all critical elements in successful executive placement.
Outside of work, Dean lives in Boston with his wife and two teenage boys. Together, they enjoy skiing, boating, fishing, and traveling the world – experiences that mirror Dean’s professional values of exploration, connection, and excellence. Whether you’re looking to scale your leadership team or need support with specialized executive search recruiting, Dean brings unmatched insight and commitment to every search.
Contact Dean today to learn how he can help elevate your hiring strategy through expert recruitment!
