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Hunt Scanlon’s 2025 Select Guide to America’s Top 250 Executive Search Firms
The Barton Partnership are proud to have been selected for inclusion in Hunt Scanlon Media’s 2025 Select Guide to America’s Top 250 Executive Search Firms. This prestigious guide is a trusted resource for corporate leaders, boards, and HR executives navigating today’s complex talent landscape. It connects organisations with the most capable and specialised executive search
WittKieffer Announces Hiring of Laura Orr and Expansion of Board Advisory Practice
Oak Brook, Illinois (June 24, 2025) – WittKieffer, the premier executive search and leadership advisory firm improving quality of life through impactful leadership, today announced the hiring of Laura Orr, a recognized governance expert, to lead and expand the firm’s Board Advisory Solution globally. “Boards that are engaged, effective, and strategically aligned have a significant
Tony Hazen Joins DHR as Managing Partner, Houston
HOUSTON (June 25, 2025) – Leading talent advisory firm DHR Global announces that Tony Hazen has joined the firm as Managing Partner, leading the Houston office. With more than two decades of experience in executive search and consulting, Hazen will focus on expanding the firm’s capabilities in the industrial and private equity sectors. Hazen specializes
Clover Health Hires Ivor Mulligan as Senior Director of Total Rewards
Clover Health, a healthcare company that provides Medicare Advantage plans using technology-driven care coordination, has appointed Ivor Mulligan as Senior Director of Total Rewards. Clover Health partnered with Buffkin / Baker on the executive search. In his role as Sr. Director of TR, Ivor will support Clover Health by developing and implementing a comprehensive compensation
America’s Car-Mart Appoints New Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President of Colonial Finance
America’s Car-Mart, one of the largest publicly held automotive retailers in the United States, has appointed Jonathan Collins as Chief Financial Officer and Marie Persichetti as Senior Vice President of Colonial Auto Finance. America’s Car-Mart partnered with Buffkin / Baker’s consumer practice leader David Alexander and Evan Wescott on the executive search. Collins, the new CFO, joins America’s Car-Mart after a 13-year
The Talent Studios Recruits Vice President of Marketing at Perricone Juices
The Talent Studios has placed Ashley Lam as the Vice President of Marketing at Perricone Juices, a fresh craft juice leader. The company’s portfolio includes premium branded juices under the Perricone Farms and Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice Company’s labels, private label partnerships with leading retailers, and a strong presence in high-end foodservice. Backed by Trivest
AI Won’t Replace You – But Someone Who Uses It Might: How to Embrace AI Before It’s Too Late
As exciting as artificial intelligence (AI) may be, its rapid advancement is causing some concern. Recently, the CEO of Anthropic, Dario Amodei, warned that “AI could wipe out half of all entry-level white-collar jobs – and spike unemployment to 10-20% in the next one to five years.” Likewise, Fiverr CEO Micha Kaufmann recently cautioned the company’s employees and freelancers:
The Talent Crunch in Manufacturing: Current & Future Hiring Challenges
The manufacturing sector was already in the midst of a talent crisis when the U.S. administration implemented hefty tariffs in early 2025. The tariffs – designed to create more manufacturing jobs on American soil, protect American workers, and bolster American economic security – assume that U.S. manufacturers can step into the void created by the
Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters Hires Jason Mueller as Vice President of Facilities & Support Services
Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters, a full-service children’s hospital providing services to nearly 425,000 local children in southeastern Virginia and northeastern North Carolina, has appointed Jason Mueller as Vice President of Facilities and Support Services. CHKD partnered with Buffkin / Baker on the executive search. In his role as VP of Facilities and Support Services, Jason
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) Places Founding Director of Nuclear Science and Engineering Graduate Program at Abilene Christian University
(June 18, 2025, WEST HARTFORD, CT) Following a national search, Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES), a leading higher education focused executive search firm, is pleased to announce the successful placement of Dr. Mark DeHart securing the role as the Founding Director of Nuclear Science and Engineering Graduate Program at Abilene Christian University. Dr. Mark
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) selected by Marietta College for Assistant Vice President of Finance and Controller Search
(June 18, 2025, WEST HARTFORD, CT) Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES), a leading higher education focused executive search firm, has been selected to recruit an Assistant Vice President of Finance and Controller at Marietta College. Jennifer Muller, Managing Partner, will be leading the search. Reporting directly to the Vice President for Finance & Administration/CFO,
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) selected by North Carolina Central University for Chief Human Resources Officer Search
(June 18, 2025, WEST HARTFORD, CT) Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES), a leading higher education focused executive search firm, has been selected to recruit the next Chief Human Resources Officer at North Carolina Central University. Jennifer Muller, Managing Partner, will be leading the search. Reporting to the Executive Vice Chancellor, the Chief Human Resources
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) selected by Wichita State University for Associate or Full Professor of Forensic Psychology Search
(June 18, 2025, WEST HARTFORD, CT) Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES), a leading higher education focused executive search firm, has been selected to recruit the next Associate or Full Professor of Forensic Psychology at Wichita State University. Jennifer Muller, Managing Partner, will be leading the search. This unique opportunity is backed by substantial, multi-year
Kansas State University names James Wiser as Dean of K-State Libraries
Kansas State University has named James Wiser as Dean of K-State Libraries, effective August 17, 2025. K-State partnered with Buffkin / Baker on the search. As Dean of K-State Libraries, Wiser will provide strategic leadership and vision to support the university’s strategic initiatives and intellectual core. He will work closely with the president, provost, deans, and other senior
Acertitude Recognized as a Top PE Search Firm Globally by Hunt Scanlon
NEW YORK (June 17, 2025) – Acertitude, the global executive search firm unleashing human potential, is proud to announce its inclusion in Hunt Scanlon’s Private Equity Power 100 ranking for the seventh consecutive year — a reflection of the trust placed in the firm by private equity clients worldwide. “For Acertitude to be recognized once
Acertitude Celebrates 10 Years in Executive Search and the Gift of Unleashing Human Potential
NEW YORK (June 16, 2025) – Acertitude, the leading global executive search firm and leadership consultancy unleashing human potential, today celebrates its 10-year anniversary and a decade of building leadership teams that drive transformation, growth, and lasting value. Founded in 2015 by Kevin O’Neill and Rick DeRose, the firm set out to redefine executive search
JDG completes Division Director, State Advocacy search for AVMA
JDG and the American Veterinary Medical Association are pleased to announce the selection of Angela Shuman as AVMA’s new Division Director of State Advocacy. Angela is a seasoned advocacy and public affairs leader with over 20 years of experience driving state and federal legislative and regulatory strategies within professional associations. Her background spans complex healthcare
Occam Places Amgen CMO on Board of Moonwalk
In June 2025, Occam Global placed Paul Burton, MD, PhD, on the Board of Moonwalk Biosciences. Burton became Amgen’s CMO in June 2023. Prior to joining Amgen, he served as the CMO of Moderna Therapeutics from 2021 to 2023 and spent 16 years at J&J, where his most recent role was Chief Global Medical Affairs
Columbia Memorial Hospital Hires Jennifer Peach-Guzman as Vice President of Patient Care Services
Columbia Memorial Hospital, national leader in rural health care, has appointed Jennifer Peach-Guzman as Vice President of Patient Care Services. CMH partnered with Buffkin / Baker on the executive search. In her role as VP of Patient Care Services, Jennifer will be responsible for executing CMH’s vision to uphold the highest standards of excellence in patient care
Mark Pratt Appointed as Managing Director, Consulting Solutions
The Barton Partnership are delighted to announce the appointment of Mark Pratt as Managing Director for Consulting Solutions. Mark will be responsible for taking Consulting Solutions on to the next stage of growth, building on the existing foundations to create a new and improved proposition grounded in delivery and focused on outcomes, providing a full
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Every organization needs its own newsroom to broadcast and manage its online image; a place to share news, post press releases, and upload articles and videos. Post your news here and our enhanced search engine optimization will also find a top spot for your unique news on the first pages of talent management results on Google, Yahoo and Bing.
Hunt Scanlon’s 2025 Select Guide to America’s Top 250 Executive Search Firms
The Barton Partnership are proud to have been selected for inclusion in Hunt Scanlon Media’s 2025 Select Guide to America’s Top 250 Executive Search Firms. This prestigious guide is a trusted resource for corporate leaders, boards, and HR executives navigating today’s complex talent landscape. It connects organisations with the most capable and specialised executive search
WittKieffer Announces Hiring of Laura Orr and Expansion of Board Advisory Practice
Oak Brook, Illinois (June 24, 2025) – WittKieffer, the premier executive search and leadership advisory firm improving quality of life through impactful leadership, today announced the hiring of Laura Orr, a recognized governance expert, to lead and expand the firm’s Board Advisory Solution globally. “Boards that are engaged, effective, and strategically aligned have a significant
Tony Hazen Joins DHR as Managing Partner, Houston
HOUSTON (June 25, 2025) – Leading talent advisory firm DHR Global announces that Tony Hazen has joined the firm as Managing Partner, leading the Houston office. With more than two decades of experience in executive search and consulting, Hazen will focus on expanding the firm’s capabilities in the industrial and private equity sectors. Hazen specializes
Clover Health Hires Ivor Mulligan as Senior Director of Total Rewards
Clover Health, a healthcare company that provides Medicare Advantage plans using technology-driven care coordination, has appointed Ivor Mulligan as Senior Director of Total Rewards. Clover Health partnered with Buffkin / Baker on the executive search. In his role as Sr. Director of TR, Ivor will support Clover Health by developing and implementing a comprehensive compensation
America’s Car-Mart Appoints New Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President of Colonial Finance
America’s Car-Mart, one of the largest publicly held automotive retailers in the United States, has appointed Jonathan Collins as Chief Financial Officer and Marie Persichetti as Senior Vice President of Colonial Auto Finance. America’s Car-Mart partnered with Buffkin / Baker’s consumer practice leader David Alexander and Evan Wescott on the executive search. Collins, the new CFO, joins America’s Car-Mart after a 13-year
The Talent Studios Recruits Vice President of Marketing at Perricone Juices
The Talent Studios has placed Ashley Lam as the Vice President of Marketing at Perricone Juices, a fresh craft juice leader. The company’s portfolio includes premium branded juices under the Perricone Farms and Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice Company’s labels, private label partnerships with leading retailers, and a strong presence in high-end foodservice. Backed by Trivest
AI Won’t Replace You – But Someone Who Uses It Might: How to Embrace AI Before It’s Too Late
As exciting as artificial intelligence (AI) may be, its rapid advancement is causing some concern. Recently, the CEO of Anthropic, Dario Amodei, warned that “AI could wipe out half of all entry-level white-collar jobs – and spike unemployment to 10-20% in the next one to five years.” Likewise, Fiverr CEO Micha Kaufmann recently cautioned the company’s employees and freelancers:
The Talent Crunch in Manufacturing: Current & Future Hiring Challenges
The manufacturing sector was already in the midst of a talent crisis when the U.S. administration implemented hefty tariffs in early 2025. The tariffs – designed to create more manufacturing jobs on American soil, protect American workers, and bolster American economic security – assume that U.S. manufacturers can step into the void created by the
Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters Hires Jason Mueller as Vice President of Facilities & Support Services
Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters, a full-service children’s hospital providing services to nearly 425,000 local children in southeastern Virginia and northeastern North Carolina, has appointed Jason Mueller as Vice President of Facilities and Support Services. CHKD partnered with Buffkin / Baker on the executive search. In his role as VP of Facilities and Support Services, Jason
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) Places Founding Director of Nuclear Science and Engineering Graduate Program at Abilene Christian University
(June 18, 2025, WEST HARTFORD, CT) Following a national search, Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES), a leading higher education focused executive search firm, is pleased to announce the successful placement of Dr. Mark DeHart securing the role as the Founding Director of Nuclear Science and Engineering Graduate Program at Abilene Christian University. Dr. Mark
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) selected by Marietta College for Assistant Vice President of Finance and Controller Search
(June 18, 2025, WEST HARTFORD, CT) Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES), a leading higher education focused executive search firm, has been selected to recruit an Assistant Vice President of Finance and Controller at Marietta College. Jennifer Muller, Managing Partner, will be leading the search. Reporting directly to the Vice President for Finance & Administration/CFO,
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) selected by North Carolina Central University for Chief Human Resources Officer Search
(June 18, 2025, WEST HARTFORD, CT) Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES), a leading higher education focused executive search firm, has been selected to recruit the next Chief Human Resources Officer at North Carolina Central University. Jennifer Muller, Managing Partner, will be leading the search. Reporting to the Executive Vice Chancellor, the Chief Human Resources
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) selected by Wichita State University for Associate or Full Professor of Forensic Psychology Search
(June 18, 2025, WEST HARTFORD, CT) Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES), a leading higher education focused executive search firm, has been selected to recruit the next Associate or Full Professor of Forensic Psychology at Wichita State University. Jennifer Muller, Managing Partner, will be leading the search. This unique opportunity is backed by substantial, multi-year
Kansas State University names James Wiser as Dean of K-State Libraries
Kansas State University has named James Wiser as Dean of K-State Libraries, effective August 17, 2025. K-State partnered with Buffkin / Baker on the search. As Dean of K-State Libraries, Wiser will provide strategic leadership and vision to support the university’s strategic initiatives and intellectual core. He will work closely with the president, provost, deans, and other senior
Acertitude Recognized as a Top PE Search Firm Globally by Hunt Scanlon
NEW YORK (June 17, 2025) – Acertitude, the global executive search firm unleashing human potential, is proud to announce its inclusion in Hunt Scanlon’s Private Equity Power 100 ranking for the seventh consecutive year — a reflection of the trust placed in the firm by private equity clients worldwide. “For Acertitude to be recognized once
Acertitude Celebrates 10 Years in Executive Search and the Gift of Unleashing Human Potential
NEW YORK (June 16, 2025) – Acertitude, the leading global executive search firm and leadership consultancy unleashing human potential, today celebrates its 10-year anniversary and a decade of building leadership teams that drive transformation, growth, and lasting value. Founded in 2015 by Kevin O’Neill and Rick DeRose, the firm set out to redefine executive search
JDG completes Division Director, State Advocacy search for AVMA
JDG and the American Veterinary Medical Association are pleased to announce the selection of Angela Shuman as AVMA’s new Division Director of State Advocacy. Angela is a seasoned advocacy and public affairs leader with over 20 years of experience driving state and federal legislative and regulatory strategies within professional associations. Her background spans complex healthcare
Occam Places Amgen CMO on Board of Moonwalk
In June 2025, Occam Global placed Paul Burton, MD, PhD, on the Board of Moonwalk Biosciences. Burton became Amgen’s CMO in June 2023. Prior to joining Amgen, he served as the CMO of Moderna Therapeutics from 2021 to 2023 and spent 16 years at J&J, where his most recent role was Chief Global Medical Affairs
Columbia Memorial Hospital Hires Jennifer Peach-Guzman as Vice President of Patient Care Services
Columbia Memorial Hospital, national leader in rural health care, has appointed Jennifer Peach-Guzman as Vice President of Patient Care Services. CMH partnered with Buffkin / Baker on the executive search. In her role as VP of Patient Care Services, Jennifer will be responsible for executing CMH’s vision to uphold the highest standards of excellence in patient care
Mark Pratt Appointed as Managing Director, Consulting Solutions
The Barton Partnership are delighted to announce the appointment of Mark Pratt as Managing Director for Consulting Solutions. Mark will be responsible for taking Consulting Solutions on to the next stage of growth, building on the existing foundations to create a new and improved proposition grounded in delivery and focused on outcomes, providing a full
