Founded by Industry. Driven by Integrity.

Built on over 15 years within the Packaging & Containers sector and almost two decades in Executive Search, Cloud 9 was created to deliver a more knowledgeable, honest and relationship-led service.

Our Values

The Principles That Guide Every Search

Trust, integrity and long-term relationships sit at the heart of everything we do. These principles shape how we work with clients, candidates and industry partners alike.

01

Integrity

Honest conversations, realistic expectations and doing right by clients and candidates. We only take on searches where we know we can make a difference.

02

Discretion

Confidentiality is not an afterthought. It is a fundamental part of how we work, ensuring sensitive discussions, business information and career conversations remain protected at every stage of the search.

03

Partnership

We don't simply recruit for your business, we represent it. By taking the time to understand your culture, values and ambitions, we are able to communicate your opportunity authentically and engage individuals who share your vision for the future.

04

Results

Successful appointments are about more than today's vacancy. We help clients look beyond like-for-like replacements to the skills, experience and leadership their business will need in the years ahead, building capability that creates lasting value.

Our Story

Our Beginning

1998

Started out working directly in the packaging industry.

Qualified

2010

Completed the Diploma in Recruitment Practice.

Own Premises

2012

Moved from home into dedicated offices.

Deeper Assessment

2013–14

Qualified in skills and psychometric assessment.

Cloud 9 Launches

2017

Launched Cloud 9.

Retained Only

2025

Moved to retained-only assignments.

Founder Led Operations

Cloud 9 was founded by Yvonne Redhead after more than 15 years in commercial sales roles within the Packaging & Containers industry. Having seen both good and bad recruitment firsthand, she recognised a gap for a more knowledgeable, honest and relationship-driven approach, and built the business on trust, integrity and long-term partnerships.

Today, with almost two decades of specialist search experience, Yvonne partners with packaging and manufacturing organisations to secure senior leadership, executive and C-Suite talent capable of driving growth and transformation. Through extensive industry networks, market mapping and targeted headhunting, Cloud 9 connects clients with high-calibre individuals, including many top performers who are not actively seeking new opportunities.

Known for her honesty, professionalism and straightforward approach,
Yvonne personally manages every assignment from start to finish, ensuring clients benefit from a tailored service, complete discretion and a genuine commitment to the right outcome. For her, success has never been measured by placements alone, but by building trusted partnerships and helping exceptional businesses secure the people who will shape their future.

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