Preston| Reffett Names Head of Professional Services Practice

July 17, 2009 – Preston | Reffett, LLC has added Jim Lawler to head up and build its new professional services practice based out of the firm’s Fairfax, VA office. Mr. Lawler, the former Global CHRO for Ahold, Inc., will focus the practice on organizational design, leadership coaching, succession planning, talent management, organizational alignment and increasing HR’s business impact. “We are very pleased to bring Jim and this new service to our growing client base,” said Gary Preston, managing partner. “His deep experience as a seasoned HR professional with companies such as Ahold and Pepsico will be invaluable as a value added service.” Preston | Reffett executive search has additional offices in Seattle, Philadelphia, Greensboro, Richmond and New York City.