DS & Associates is one of the elite groups worldwide with membership in the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC).  Established in 1959, AESC's mission is to promote the highest professional standards in retained executive search consulting, broaden public understanding of the executive search process, and serve as an advocate for the interests of its member firms.  The AESC is recognized by the United States Government and the European Commission as the representative body for the retained executive search industry.

Clients and candidates appreciate their Client's and Candidate's Bill of Rights as defined by the AESC and place their trust in DS to adhere to AESC's Code of Ethics and Professional Practice Guidelines.