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‘2024 Hunt Scanlon Recruiter Ranking Special Issue’

Executive Search Review has just released its 2024 Recruiter Ranking Special Issue newsletter! We invite you to take a look at our latest issue by downloading the Free Newsletter PDF file. Here is a sampling of just some of what you’ll find when you open up this latest issue of ESR:

Executive Recruiters Look to Diversification and Human Capital Tailwinds for Growth
Hunt Scanlon Media has released its annual productivity report of leading executive recruiters globally, billions of dollars poured into the high-end recruiting sector in 2023, but at a slower rate than in previous years.

Adapting to Today’s Evolving Search Market
Celeste Whatley currently serves as CEO of TRANSEARCH International, a global search firm with representation in all of the major economic capitals, with about 60 offices in over 40 countries. It was founded in 1982 and today completes more than 1,500 senior executive search assignments a year. TRANSEARCH’s global client base is in the financial services, technology, consumer and retail, life sciences, and industrial and resources sectors.

Ms. Whatley joined the firm 22 years ago. Aided by her business mindset and ability to see the bigger picture, she is responsible for all business and strategic initiatives within the company, as well as driving the firm’s growth and development towards long-term success.

Ms. Whatley recently sat down with Hunt Scanlon Media to discuss what she is currently seeing within the executive search industry and how TRANSEARCH has adjusted to the market conditions.

Reimaging Executive Search in the Age of AI
Last year, NU Advisory Partners was launched by former Russell Reynolds Associates recruiters Mar Hernandez, Libby Naumes, Meredith Rosenberg, and Nada Usina. The firm is focused on senior executive, operating, and board positions.

Ms. Usina is CEO of NU Advisory Partners. Known to be a driven and direct counselor and mentor, her board, CEO and C-suite placement expertise spans technology, sports, media, entertainment, industrial, and numerous other industries. Ms. Usina recently sat down with Hunt Scanlon Media to discuss how her firm uses artificial intelligence and how the human element is still essential.

Growing a Global Search Firm in a Turbulent Market
Umesh Ramakrishnan is the CEO of Crescent Cove Advisors-backed Kingsley Gate Partners. He is responsible for executing the firm’s global expansion plans. Mr. Ramakrishnan has held several positions like vice chairman, chief innovation officer, president, and chief operating officer in the technology and service industries that have given him both strategic planning and operating experience. In his search career, he has placed members of the boards of directors, CEOs, CFOs, CTOs, COOs, CDOs, and other senior management positions in North and South America, Europe, and Asia.

Mr. Ramakrishnan recently sat down with Hunt Scanlon Media to discuss how 2023 went for Kingsley Gate, what trends he is seeing within the sector, and his firm’s growth plans.

Hunt Scanlon Releases Latest Recruiter Rankings
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Hunt Scanlon EMEA Top 40 Hunt Scanlon London 60 Hunt Scanlon New York Power 60 Hunt Scanlon Financial Fifty Recruiter Ranking Hunt Scanlon Cyber/Technology Top 40 Hunt Scanlon Cleantech/ESG Top 25 Hunt Scanlon Non-Profit Top 60 Hunt Scanlon Canadian Top 60 Hunt Scanlon Top 20 Government Recruiters

Past Articles From The Archives

5 Strategies for Winning High Impact Leaders in a Tight Talent Market

Companies of all types are dealing with talent shortfalls across the spectrum. But private equity firms, in particular, are navigating a perfect storm of landing high impact talent in arguably the tightest labor market seen in decades. Hiring key leaders has never been more critical for many high growth portfolio companies, yet a spike in

Insights On Portfolio Company Talent

PE firms are increasingly aware of the critical role that leadership teams play in the performance of their portfolio companies. Moreover, the connections that come with these roles mean these individuals can be of wider value to the PE firm itself, aiding recruitment, due diligence efforts and facilitating business development, according to BoardEx. PE firms

The Importance of Culture in Driving Growth, Performance & Value

Culture is hardly a new concept. Well before the rise of various models and frameworks to evaluate organizational culture, companies recognized the risk of hiring a cultural mismatch — such as the lone wolf in a company that values collaboration. New employees, especially leaders, who clash with the culture are often ineffective, and are likely

How Search Firms Can Help Implement a Great Company Culture

Prais+Barnette works proactively with diverse executives, leaders, and influencers who are passionate about increasing workplace diversity to help the firm build broad referral networks across functions and industries. Top diverse prospects can be introduced to key company leaders for networking 30 to 60 days in advance of an opportunity posting. David Barnette is managing partner

Keys to Creating a Great Company Culture

DHR Leadership Consulting advises clients on their most important leadership and talent management challenges. Maryanne Wanca-Thibault has more than 30 years of experience as a consultant and advisor in the areas of leadership assessment, organizational development and executive coaching. As a partner of DHR Leadership Consulting, she helps clients assess fit for executive, C-suite and

Measuring Culture to Manage Culture

Washington, D.C.-based consultancy THRUUE commissioned a study of leading thinkers in strategy and culture from around the world. The firm was looking to understand the long-term implications of COVID-19 on company culture. “Early on, we observed that the social contract between employers and employees had shifted dramatically toward the side of employees and that a

Why Culture is Key to Success and Failure in Private Equity Deals

The importance of culture and its impact on private equity strategy and returns has been growing over the past few years. As PE investment returns have lagged behind those of the stock market in the U.S., firms are feeling pressure to improve and deliver stronger results. “This fact combined with some high-profile private company debacles,

3 Ways to Make Company Culture Resonate

In one word, what makes an excellent company culture? People. But what kind of people? How do you bring out the best in your existing people? Why is it important to make your company culture great? Based on several studies, an excellent workplace culture benefits employees and their well-being and employers and the company’s bottom

Canadian Executive Search Market Adapting to Change and Moving Forward

For executive recruiters, Canada has been a particularly good place to set up shop. The country hosts an expanding number of diversified industries and dynamic growth sectors that are well-positioned to beckon talent. The pandemic has changed the business landscape for everyone from recruiters to businesses to candidates. Innovation has been the key to meeting

Spotlight: How Executive Search is Thriving in Canada Despite Pandemic

Lisa Newey is senior managing partner at Newey & Co., a financial markets recruitment boutique located in Toronto. A seasoned financial services recruiting executive, her foundation of knowledge and extensive network is based on her 15-year career in capital markets in North America and abroad. Ms. Newey has a passion for problem-solving. Formerly both an

Viewpoint: Serving the Canadian Market for Over 25 Years

Winnipeg-headquartered executive search firm Waterford Global specializes in recruiting mid-to-senior professional and executive level talent domestically and internationally. Since its founding in 2006, the firm has found and placed candidates in business sectors including: healthcare, construction, financial and professional services, agribusiness, retail, communications, energy, manufacturing and real-estate. Waterford Global’s longtime presence in the global agriculture

DHR Global Expands with New Office in Montreal

Chicago-based executive search firm DHR Global has opened a new office in Montreal. Spearheading the expansion are Jonathan Plourde and John Gradek, who join the firm as DHR’s first Montreal-based partners. The new location helps to strengthen DHR’s global footprint and supports the firm’s expansion plans across Canada. With over 10 years’ experience in the

Majority of Canadian Workers Now Favor Hybrid Work Model

Fifty-three percent of workers globally want a hybrid working model where more than half of their work time is remote, according to a new study from Toronto-based LHH (formerly LHH Knightsbridge) and The Adecco Group. The firm’s newly released “Resetting Normal: Defining the New Era of Work” study probed workers’ attitudes about remote vs. in-person

Royer Thompson Expands Talent and Culture Advisory Practice

Halifax, Nova Scotia-based Royer Thompson has expanded with the addition of Sarah Crown, formerly of global talent management firm SHL, as director talent and cultural advisory and will lead the assessment practice across the firm. Ms. Crown brings global experience advising clients on leadership assessment and talent management solutions, said firm president Kim West. “Our

How COVID-19 Has Reset the Talent Game in Healthcare and Life Sciences

Healthcare and life science organizations have been turning to executive search firms more than ever to acquire world-class leadership. The most pressing challenge has been finding high impact, innovative leaders. As we start 2022, the economic picture seems to be slowly improving. But what is going to light the match to get us over this

Spotlight: Rising Demand for Executive Search Within the Healthcare/Life Sciences Sectors

Nate Pearl is partner and head of digital health, wellness, and life sciences practice at SPMB Executive Search. He joined the firm in 2012, initially focused on recruiting CEOs, presidents, and functional VP-level leaders into enterprise software companies. He then co-founded and helped grow the firm’s dedicated consumer practice before also founding the firm’s health

Viewpoint: Meeting the Challenges of Recruiting for the Life Sciences Sector

Coulter Partners is a board- and senior-level global executive search specialist focused exclusively on life sciences. The firm works closely with those at the cutting edge of innovation in the industry to understand their challenges. With an extensive global network and expertise gained over 25 years in the sector, Coulter Partners have become trusted advisers

CEO Succession in Healthcare

The stakes of a chief executive officer transition are always high, but the risks of succession are increasing as healthcare systems grow in size and complexity and operate in increasingly dynamic conditions. Based on current trends, a new Spencer Stuart report says that it is expected that more than 80 percent of hospital CEOs will

AMN Healthcare CEO Named to Global Power 150 Women in Staffing Ranking

Susan Salka, president and CEO of AMN Healthcare, has been named to the 2021 Global Power 150 – Women in Staffing ranking by Staffing Industry Analysts for the seventh consecutive year. “On behalf of AMN Healthcare and all of the women throughout our organization, it is an honor to receive this recognition,” said Ms. Salka.

Super Trends Shifting the Market for Healthcare Leaders

The healthcare industry is being buffeted by change, and by forces that go well beyond the global pandemic. There are a few key “Super Trends” that are shaping the way that organizations hire, and retain, top leadership. As a principal in WittKieffer’s interim leadership practice, Adam Burns sees interim executives as one key solution to

Top HR Leaders and Diversity Chiefs Cutting New Path Forward

More and more, CEOs have recognized the strategic role the human resources function plays in the core strategic issues their companies face, including growth strategy, mergers and acquisitions, restructuring, increased board oversight, and evolving governance and reporting. HR can also ensure that clear changes are made to recruitment and capability-building processes by determining the characteristics

Spotlight: Shaping the Future: The Meaning and Importance of DE&I

Val Lopez, Ashley Schiele, Lisa Butkus and Mayank Parikh are partners with Hanold Associates HR & Diversity Executive, a boutique executive search firm focused on HR and diversity and inclusion officers. Its client list is diverse across industries, geographies and business scenarios, and culture is at the core of everything the firm does. Its clients

Spotlight: HR’s Evolving Role in the C-Suite

Kenneth Roldan is the founder and chief executive officer of WB&B Executive Search, a Hispanic-owned minority business enterprise with a focus on diversity and inclusion. The firm concentrates on finding talent for academia, not-for-profit organizations, corporate America and government agencies. Among its long client roster: Unum, Microban, Akron Children’s Hospital, Thrivent, The Wendy’s Co., Bell

Odgers Berndtson Appoints Head of Diversity

Odgers Berndtson has named Ryna Young as partner and head of diversity. “We are proud to be a leader in our industry as we appoint Ryna Young as head of diversity,” said Carl Lovas, chair and chief executive officer of Odgers Berndtson Canada. “We are deeply committed to creating an equitable client and colleague experience.

Are Today’s HR Leaders Ready for Tomorrow’s Challenges?

The future of work will be different from the past. But the extent to which the future of work relies on HR leaders has also never been clearer, according to a new report by Russell Reynolds Associates’ Anna Penfold, Harsonal Sachar and Alix Stuart. The pandemic has accelerated a move to a distributed workforce, redefining

August Leadership Adds Diversity Search And Leadership Consulting Practice

August Leadership recently expanded its scope by adding a diversity, equity & inclusion search and leadership consulting practice to its portfolio. “Our diversity, equity and inclusion search and consulting practice provides clients with a holistic approach to this space in addition to our direct support to boards, CEOs and CHROs with the overall understanding of

Emerging From the Pandemic, Private Equity Recruiting Takes Off

Private equity firms have been pulling strongly in a direction all their own, not only bucking the challenges impacting other businesses but clearly passing key inflection points for growth. According to Dominic Lévesque, president of Tatum: “We’re seeing huge reserves of dry powder on tap, and along with it, sky-high valuations,” he said. “Small wonder,

Spotlight: The Current Need for Private Equity Leaders

Lynda Robey, Jeff Hocking and Ballie Parker are partners with ON Partners. With a primary focus on technology, consumer, industrial and the life science sectors, ON Partners recruits C-level and board talent for public and private companies, as well as venture capital and private equity firms. ON Partners was also named of the one fastest

Spotlight: Using AI to Find the Right Executive Talent

Matt Chambers is the co-founder and CEO of Loxo, a global provider of artificial intelligence recruitment automation software. The company helps 125,000-plus recruiters identify, engage and hire the very best possible candidates for every job while eliminating 80 percent of the work over traditional recruitment methods. Mr. Chambers recently sat down with Hunt Scanlon to

The Rise of the Private Equity Chief Talent Officer

While drawing down on committed funds and having capital “at work” is most people’s core understanding of what the modern private equity firm does, having the right human capital in place to maximize return-on-assets and marshal the firm’s capital adequately is of equal critical importance. Against this backdrop, it is perhaps a logical development to

Recruiting Entrepreneur Makes Seven-Figure Investment in ZRG

ZRG, a leading search firm backed by private equity firm RFE Investment Partners, has elected Hamilton Bradshaw CEO James Caan to its board of directors. Mr. Caan has made a personal seven-figure investment in the company. “We are thrilled to add James Caan to our board of directors,” said CEO Larry Hartmann. “He brings a

How PE Firms Can Attract the Best Portfolio Leadership

The global private equity sector is more than three times bigger than it was just 10 years ago. How can PE firms ensure that they are attracting the best talent to lead their portfolio companies? Despite a COVID-induced 22 percent downturn in private equity fundraising and deal volume in 2020, the broader multi-year trend is

As Retail Sector Pivots, Investment in Talent is New Priority

Retailers are facing major shifts in their businesses that call for “unprecedented responses” by CEOs who can effectively lead through change, intuitively and analytically understand the evolving consumer, and respond to ambiguity, according to search consultants. Developed markets, excess retail capacity, rising prices, the shift to omni-channel retail and the unpredictable pace of change in

Spotlight: Evolution & Acceleration of Trends in the Consumer Goods/Retail Sector

Doug Ehrenkranz is the North America regional practice co-leader – consumer goods and retail practice at Boyden. His focus is on the consumer goods, CPG, retail, and industrial sectors, including oilfield and industrial services, chemical, and food ingredients, mainstream food and beverage, durables and health and beauty products, as well as natural and organic. Mr.

Spotlight: Challenges Finding Senior Leaders in the Retail Sector

Pamela Ruebusch is the founder and owner of TSI Group. When she started the business over two decades ago, her goal was to create a firm that delivered the best available talent and executive search services primarily to the supply chain industry throughout North America. Her entrepreneurial drive and strategic vision has enabled her to

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