The Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) is the professional association representing retained executive search consulting firms worldwide. The AESC's mission is to promote the highest professional standards in retained executive search, broaden public understanding of the executive search process, and serve as an advocate for the interests of its member firms.

The AESC adopted a Code of Ethics in 1977, which outlines the fundamental principles that guide executive search consultants in performing their duties and conducting relationships with client and candidate communities.

In 1984, the AESC also developed a set of Professional Practice Guidelines, which were updated in 2002. These represent the AESC's view of contemporary best practices and exemplify the standards of professionalism expected of executive search consultants.

BAB is the leading transatlantic business organization dedicated to helping its 1,200 member companies build and expand their international business. With offices in New York and London, BAB is part of the British American Business Council (BABC) which has chapters in thirty cities throughout North America and the UK. BAB is strategically based at the heart of the US/UK business partnership, the largest between any two countries in the world.

As a Transatlantic Council Member, Gow & Partners is part of an exclusive group of member companies that have established a leadership position in transatlantic business.