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Carnegie Mellon Names Chris Basar AVP for Budget and Financial Planning

BOSTON, MA, December 12, 2016 — Chris Basar has joined Carnegie Mellon University as Associate Vice President for Budget and Financial Planning, effective December 12, 2016. A seasoned financial executive, Basar is responsible for the strategic oversight of the university’s annual operating and capital budget and for the creation of financial planning policies, procedures, and strategies. He will

Toft Group Completes Executive Search for Greenwich Biosciences Inc.

SAN DIEGO, CA, December 12, 2016 — Executive search firm Toft Group has placed Ms. Lisa De Boer as Vice President of Medical Affairs at Greenwich Biosciences in Carlsbad, CA. Ms.  De Boer is a leader in global medical affairs and commercial development, offering more than 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries. Ms. De

Picwell Names Matthew Sydney CEO

PHILADELPHIA, PA, December 12, 2016 — Picwell, Inc., provider of the most advanced predictive recommendation engine for consumer health plan selection, has appointed Matthew Sydney as the company’s Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Sydney succeeds Jay Silverstein, who will continue to serve as an advisor to the Picwell Board of Directors. Mr. Sydney most recently was Executive Vice President of Sales at

Brooke Chase Associates Places Richard Dufford as National Sales Manager, Retail for Eemax, Inc.

SARASOTA, FL, December 12, 2016 — Brooke Chase Associates, Inc., is pleased to announce the successful placement of Richard Dufford as National Sales Manager, Retail for Eemax, Inc. Rich will be responsible for managing the sales agencies and building relationships as the corporate contact for the retail division. Rich will also be responsible for developing new roll out

Whitham Group named the #1 Executive Search Firm in Renewable Energy in the US by Solar Power International

San Francisco, CA – Since becoming a GBB-certified green business, Whitham Group has evolved to become the market leader in recruiting candidates for companies in the renewable energy industry. The company has embraced the commitment to going green with a passion for renewable energy and the people who have dedicated their talent to protecting and

Lisa Davis Named Siemens Corp. Chair, CEO

RESTON, VA, December 9, 2016 — Siemens Corp. announced Nov. 30 the appointment of Lisa Davis as chair and CEO, effective Jan. 1, 2017, to follow the retirement of current CEO Eric Spiegel. Judith Marks has been appointed Siemens CEO U.S., effective the same date. “Eric has grown Siemens’ business and furthered our reputation in the U.S. as

Gleason to Lead School of Nursing and Health Professions

MACON, GA, December 9, 2016 — Dr. Robyn Gleason has been named associate dean of the School of Nursing and Health Professions at Missouri Western State University. Dr. Gleason, previously dean of graduate nursing at Keiser University in Florida, will begin her duties in January. “Dr. Gleason’s strong background in nursing, public health and health information has

Abaco Systems Recruits Experienced Embedded Industry Technologist Mrinal Iyengar as Vice President, Product Management

RESTON, VA, December 8, 2016 — Abaco Systems today announced that it had recruited Mrinal Iyengar as Vice President, Product Management. Iyengar’s most recent assignment was as Director, Advanced Systems at UTC Aerospace Systems (UTAS), one of the world’s largest suppliers of technologically advanced aerospace and defense products, where she was responsible for product development of

Jobplex Expands to Tampa Bay

TAMPA BAY, FL, December 8, 2016 — Jobplex, Inc is pleased to announce the expansion of Jobplex to Tampa Bay, FL with Partner Tina Winner leading the team. Winner works across multiple market verticals throughout various industries. She was instrumental in the successful relaunch of Jobplex in Pittsburgh, PA upon joining the firm. Winner’s background coupled with

Eugene Patrone

Patrone Joins DHR International as Director

WASHINGTON, DC, December 7, 2016 — Global executive search firm DHR International is pleased to announce that Eugene Patrone has joined the firm as a director, and will be directly supporting Vice Chairman Peter Metzger. Patrone brings more than 20 years of experience in government affairs to DHR International. Prior to joining DHR, Patrone had a

Reffett Associates Recruits VP, Ballpark Operations for Seattle Mariners

BELLEVUE, WA, December 2016 – Executive search firm Reffett Associates has placed Trevor Gooby as Vice President, Ballpark Operations for the Seattle Mariners. The search was conducted out of the Seattle office, and was led by Bill Reffett and Jennifer McCorey. In the position, Mr. Gooby will be responsible for the overall operations strategy for Safeco

PI Executive Recruits Head of Marketing North America for BIC

DARIEN, CT, December 7, 2016 — Talent Advisory Firm Pi Executive has recruited Ross Ullman as the Head of Marketing North America of BIC, the global manufacturer of disposable consumer products such as lighters, razors, mechanical pencils, and printed paper products. The search has been conducted by Partner and Board Member Pierre Trippitelli and assisted by Director Katherine MacLane.

Crowe Joins Jobplex as Partner

CHICAGO, IL, December 6, 2016 — Jobplex, Inc. is pleased to announce that Suzanne Crowe has joined the firm as Partner. Crowe holds 20 years of experience in recruiting versed over all industries and functions, with her focus over the last 10 years being in the technology and digital media industry. She has been involved with numerous

Lyon College Names New President

WASHINGTON, D.C., December 6, 2016 — The Lyon College Board of Trustees has announced that Dr. W. Joseph (Joey) King will become the 18th president of Lyon. He will succeed Dr. Donald V. Weatherman, who is retiring. King and his family will move to Batesville next summer, and he will begin work July 1. “The Board of

Toft Group Completes Executive Search for HealthTell

SAN DIEGO, CA, December 5, 2016 — Executive search firm Toft Group has placed Mr. Gary Riordan as Vice President of Regulatory Affairs and Quality at HealthTell, Inc. in San Ramon, CA. Most recently, Mr. Riordan served as Vice President of Quality and Regulatory Affairs with NanoString Technologies in Seattle, WA. About HealthTell, Inc. HealthTell is committed

Janice Abert Joins DHR International as Partner

NEW YORK, December 5, 2016 — Global executive search firm DHR International is pleased to announce that Janice Abert has joined the firm as a partner in the Financial Services Practice Group. Abert is one of the industry’s leading recruiters in placing distribution professionals and brings more than 20 years of executive recruiting experience in asset management

Calibre One Places Samir Kapoor as VP, Engineering for Fitbit

SAN FRANCISCO, December 5, 2016 — Samir is now VP of Firmware Engineering at Fitbit and is responsible for firmware on all Fitbit products. Prior to his time with Fitbit, Samir spent 10 years with Qualcomm, where he was VP of Engineering and held multiple leadership roles in software engineering and wireless technology development for mobile and consumer

Korn Ferry Futurestep Establishes Academic Healthcare Practice

LOS ANGELES, December 5, 2016 — The Futurestep division of Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY), the preeminent global people and organizational advisory firm, today announced the launch of a dedicated Academic Healthcare Practice. This new practice will be a direct extension of Korn Ferry’s Academic Healthcare Executive Search Practice, which brings unparalleled industry expertise, having placed candidates with more than

Peter Ziparo joins Nexteer Automotive as Vice President and General Counsel

AUBURN HILLS, MI, December 2, 2106 — Nexteer Automotive announced today that Peter Ziparo joined the company as Vice President and General Counsel.  He joined Nexteer after 14 years of progressive legal experience at Visteon that culminated in his promotion to Vice President and General Counsel.  Prior to joining Visteon in 2002, Ziparo had been

Jack Angel Joins Alder Koten as Senior Advisor

HOUSTON, TX, December 2, 2016 — Alder Koten, the consulting firm that helps shape organizations through a combination of research, executive search, cultural & leadership assessment, and other talent advisory services, announced today that Jack Angel has joined the team as a senior advisor in the Energy Practice. Jack will collaborate in executive search work focused on board

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Carnegie Mellon Names Chris Basar AVP for Budget and Financial Planning

BOSTON, MA, December 12, 2016 — Chris Basar has joined Carnegie Mellon University as Associate Vice President for Budget and Financial Planning, effective December 12, 2016. A seasoned financial executive, Basar is responsible for the strategic oversight of the university’s annual operating and capital budget and for the creation of financial planning policies, procedures, and strategies. He will

Toft Group Completes Executive Search for Greenwich Biosciences Inc.

SAN DIEGO, CA, December 12, 2016 — Executive search firm Toft Group has placed Ms. Lisa De Boer as Vice President of Medical Affairs at Greenwich Biosciences in Carlsbad, CA. Ms.  De Boer is a leader in global medical affairs and commercial development, offering more than 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries. Ms. De

Picwell Names Matthew Sydney CEO

PHILADELPHIA, PA, December 12, 2016 — Picwell, Inc., provider of the most advanced predictive recommendation engine for consumer health plan selection, has appointed Matthew Sydney as the company’s Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Sydney succeeds Jay Silverstein, who will continue to serve as an advisor to the Picwell Board of Directors. Mr. Sydney most recently was Executive Vice President of Sales at

Brooke Chase Associates Places Richard Dufford as National Sales Manager, Retail for Eemax, Inc.

SARASOTA, FL, December 12, 2016 — Brooke Chase Associates, Inc., is pleased to announce the successful placement of Richard Dufford as National Sales Manager, Retail for Eemax, Inc. Rich will be responsible for managing the sales agencies and building relationships as the corporate contact for the retail division. Rich will also be responsible for developing new roll out

Whitham Group named the #1 Executive Search Firm in Renewable Energy in the US by Solar Power International

San Francisco, CA – Since becoming a GBB-certified green business, Whitham Group has evolved to become the market leader in recruiting candidates for companies in the renewable energy industry. The company has embraced the commitment to going green with a passion for renewable energy and the people who have dedicated their talent to protecting and

Lisa Davis Named Siemens Corp. Chair, CEO

RESTON, VA, December 9, 2016 — Siemens Corp. announced Nov. 30 the appointment of Lisa Davis as chair and CEO, effective Jan. 1, 2017, to follow the retirement of current CEO Eric Spiegel. Judith Marks has been appointed Siemens CEO U.S., effective the same date. “Eric has grown Siemens’ business and furthered our reputation in the U.S. as

Gleason to Lead School of Nursing and Health Professions

MACON, GA, December 9, 2016 — Dr. Robyn Gleason has been named associate dean of the School of Nursing and Health Professions at Missouri Western State University. Dr. Gleason, previously dean of graduate nursing at Keiser University in Florida, will begin her duties in January. “Dr. Gleason’s strong background in nursing, public health and health information has

Abaco Systems Recruits Experienced Embedded Industry Technologist Mrinal Iyengar as Vice President, Product Management

RESTON, VA, December 8, 2016 — Abaco Systems today announced that it had recruited Mrinal Iyengar as Vice President, Product Management. Iyengar’s most recent assignment was as Director, Advanced Systems at UTC Aerospace Systems (UTAS), one of the world’s largest suppliers of technologically advanced aerospace and defense products, where she was responsible for product development of

Jobplex Expands to Tampa Bay

TAMPA BAY, FL, December 8, 2016 — Jobplex, Inc is pleased to announce the expansion of Jobplex to Tampa Bay, FL with Partner Tina Winner leading the team. Winner works across multiple market verticals throughout various industries. She was instrumental in the successful relaunch of Jobplex in Pittsburgh, PA upon joining the firm. Winner’s background coupled with

Eugene Patrone

Patrone Joins DHR International as Director

WASHINGTON, DC, December 7, 2016 — Global executive search firm DHR International is pleased to announce that Eugene Patrone has joined the firm as a director, and will be directly supporting Vice Chairman Peter Metzger. Patrone brings more than 20 years of experience in government affairs to DHR International. Prior to joining DHR, Patrone had a

Reffett Associates Recruits VP, Ballpark Operations for Seattle Mariners

BELLEVUE, WA, December 2016 – Executive search firm Reffett Associates has placed Trevor Gooby as Vice President, Ballpark Operations for the Seattle Mariners. The search was conducted out of the Seattle office, and was led by Bill Reffett and Jennifer McCorey. In the position, Mr. Gooby will be responsible for the overall operations strategy for Safeco

PI Executive Recruits Head of Marketing North America for BIC

DARIEN, CT, December 7, 2016 — Talent Advisory Firm Pi Executive has recruited Ross Ullman as the Head of Marketing North America of BIC, the global manufacturer of disposable consumer products such as lighters, razors, mechanical pencils, and printed paper products. The search has been conducted by Partner and Board Member Pierre Trippitelli and assisted by Director Katherine MacLane.

Crowe Joins Jobplex as Partner

CHICAGO, IL, December 6, 2016 — Jobplex, Inc. is pleased to announce that Suzanne Crowe has joined the firm as Partner. Crowe holds 20 years of experience in recruiting versed over all industries and functions, with her focus over the last 10 years being in the technology and digital media industry. She has been involved with numerous

Lyon College Names New President

WASHINGTON, D.C., December 6, 2016 — The Lyon College Board of Trustees has announced that Dr. W. Joseph (Joey) King will become the 18th president of Lyon. He will succeed Dr. Donald V. Weatherman, who is retiring. King and his family will move to Batesville next summer, and he will begin work July 1. “The Board of

Toft Group Completes Executive Search for HealthTell

SAN DIEGO, CA, December 5, 2016 — Executive search firm Toft Group has placed Mr. Gary Riordan as Vice President of Regulatory Affairs and Quality at HealthTell, Inc. in San Ramon, CA. Most recently, Mr. Riordan served as Vice President of Quality and Regulatory Affairs with NanoString Technologies in Seattle, WA. About HealthTell, Inc. HealthTell is committed

Janice Abert Joins DHR International as Partner

NEW YORK, December 5, 2016 — Global executive search firm DHR International is pleased to announce that Janice Abert has joined the firm as a partner in the Financial Services Practice Group. Abert is one of the industry’s leading recruiters in placing distribution professionals and brings more than 20 years of executive recruiting experience in asset management

Calibre One Places Samir Kapoor as VP, Engineering for Fitbit

SAN FRANCISCO, December 5, 2016 — Samir is now VP of Firmware Engineering at Fitbit and is responsible for firmware on all Fitbit products. Prior to his time with Fitbit, Samir spent 10 years with Qualcomm, where he was VP of Engineering and held multiple leadership roles in software engineering and wireless technology development for mobile and consumer

Korn Ferry Futurestep Establishes Academic Healthcare Practice

LOS ANGELES, December 5, 2016 — The Futurestep division of Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY), the preeminent global people and organizational advisory firm, today announced the launch of a dedicated Academic Healthcare Practice. This new practice will be a direct extension of Korn Ferry’s Academic Healthcare Executive Search Practice, which brings unparalleled industry expertise, having placed candidates with more than

Peter Ziparo joins Nexteer Automotive as Vice President and General Counsel

AUBURN HILLS, MI, December 2, 2106 — Nexteer Automotive announced today that Peter Ziparo joined the company as Vice President and General Counsel.  He joined Nexteer after 14 years of progressive legal experience at Visteon that culminated in his promotion to Vice President and General Counsel.  Prior to joining Visteon in 2002, Ziparo had been

Jack Angel Joins Alder Koten as Senior Advisor

HOUSTON, TX, December 2, 2016 — Alder Koten, the consulting firm that helps shape organizations through a combination of research, executive search, cultural & leadership assessment, and other talent advisory services, announced today that Jack Angel has joined the team as a senior advisor in the Energy Practice. Jack will collaborate in executive search work focused on board

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