Chett Garcia

Experienced executive search partner focused on VC‑backed engineering and product leadership. At Riviera Partners Chett works on searches for technical executives at venture‑backed startups, emphasizing roles that require deep technical empathy and recruiting for technical product teams. He progressed through senior recruiting roles into Partner, indicating leadership of searches and client relationships. rivierapartners+1

Background as a classroom teacher and coach informs his people‑centered approach. Chett spent multiple years as a math teacher and high‑school coach (including roles at Marin Catholic and as Marin Highlanders varsity head coach), and has written about the transition from education into executive search—skills he draws on for mentoring, evaluating candidates, and community involvement. wordpress+2

Active in education nonprofit governance. He serves on the board of the Grande Center for Education and Economic Opportunity, reflecting ongoing commitment to education access and community development beyond his day job in executive search. grandecenter

Early career in construction and a public-facing personal blog show an eclectic, hands‑on background. His B.S. in Construction Management from Cal Poly and early construction roles (and subsequent teaching) reveal a non‑linear career path that later moved into recruiting and executive search—bringing practical, project‑oriented experience to talent work. amazonaws+1