Rodes Cole is a partner in the Atlanta office and a member of the Financial Services, Insurance and Professional Services practices. In addition, he has led CEO/Executive Director searches for non-profits, as well as executives for key positions in private family foundations. With an ingrained belief in the importance of relationships and process, Rodes has built a reputation as a trusted advisor. He learned this belief from his grandfather, who owned a paint store and would tell him that “everyone sells the same paint; it’s the service that distinguishes one from another.” Experience Rodes joined Caldwell from Parker Executive Search, where he was a member of the corporate practice. He was previously a client partner in the Professional and IT Services Practice at Korn/Ferry International. He began his career with the DeKalb/Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce. Education Rodes graduated from Emory University with a bachelor’s degree in history.