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Robin Elkins Joins UMass Amherst Foundation As Chief Development Officer, College of Social & Behavioral Sciences
Pearl Street, the award-winning executive search and talent strategy firm serving the education, nonprofit and healthcare sectors, is pleased to share the appointment of Robin Elkins as Senior Executive Director & Chief Development Officer, College of Social & Behavioral Sciences, with UMass Amherst Foundation (UMAF). Robin is a highly regarded fundraising strategist and relationship builder
UMass Amherst Foundation Welcomes Barbara Vejvoda as Associate Vice President of Principal Gifts
Boston, MA/Virtual – Pearl Street, the award-winning executive search and talent strategy firm serving the education, nonprofit and healthcare sectors, is pleased to share the appointment of Barbara “Barb” Vejvoda as Associate Vice President of Principal Gifts with UMass Amherst Foundation (UMAF). A recognized leader in transformational giving strategy, Barb brings fifteen years of expertise
Cenetta Baker Joins Pearl Street as Senior Research Consultant
Pearl Street, the search firm with purpose, proudly welcomes Cenetta Baker to our national team as Senior Research Consultant. Drawing on her executive search expertise and hands-on experience in arts and social justice nonprofits, Cenetta excels at building diverse, thoughtfully curated talent networks for clients in the education, healthcare and nonprofit spaces. Before joining Pearl
Pearl Street Places Cheryl Katon as President & CEO of Emancipet
Pearl Street is pleased to share the appointment of Cheryl Katon as President & Chief Executive Officer of Emancipet, a nonprofit organization dedicated to making veterinary care affordable and accessible for all pet owners. Cheryl Katon is a proven leader who has employed strategic vision, creativity, and innovation throughout her more than thirty-year career in
Pearl Street Welcomes Shari Berenson as Director of Search Operations
Pearl Street, the search firm with purpose, welcomes industry leader Shari Berenson to its growing team. Shari will oversee day to day search operations for the firm, keeping the team seamlessly connected and focused on shared goals, while helping to ensure an exceptional journey for clients and candidates. Shari’s extensive experience across healthcare, higher education,
Pearl Street Partners with UNC-Chapel Hill to Recruit Executive Director for Strategic Initiatives, Innovation
Nicholas Cole has joined the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill as Executive Director for Strategic Initiatives, Innovation. He will support the Vice Chancellor for Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Economic Development & Chief Innovation Officer as well as academic partners across Carolina to fundraise for signature initiatives that advance the institution’s innovation agenda, specifically within
Matthew Williams Named Executive Director for Strategic Initiatives for UNC-Chapel Hill’s School of Data Science and Society
Matthew Williams has joined the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill as the inaugural Executive Director for Strategic Initiatives for the School of Data Science and Society. Matthew will be responsible for managing strategic university and industry partnerships while securing transformational philanthropic support to advance the School’s unique, collaborative initiatives aimed at advancing the
2024 Top Search Firm for Women of Color
For the third consecutive year, Pearl Street has been named to the list of Top Executive Search Firms that Work for Women of Color by Women of Color in Fundraising & Philanthropy (WOC). WOC administered a survey to its members and executive search firms with a specialty in and strong emphasis on placements within the
Signium Expands in United States: New Partners Open Michigan Office
Signium, a global executive search and leadership advisory firm, is proud to announce a new partnership with Sigred Group, a new Signium member firm in the United States. This collaboration will strengthen Signium’s worldwide footprint and expand its leadership advisory services, bringing a wealth of expertise to the U.S. corporate environment. The partnership between Signium
Nicole Otto joins Ruggable as Chief Executive Officer
Washable rug company Ruggable has appointed Nicole Otto as its new Chief Executive Officer. Otto will lead the high-growth company as it rapidly expands its business and continues to grow brand awareness. Otto is a retail, operations, brand, and tech executive with nearly three decades of leadership experience. She most recently served as Global Brand
Bob Nahas’ Thoughts on Skills vs Fit
I am writing this from the perspective of one who recruits people primarily with management experience for management and executive roles, so skills testing is usually in the rearview mirror, or the candidate has not been tested in that manner. There are some functions in which I recruit where candidates must have a certain skill
The Forum Group Launches Nationwide Investment Banking & Private Equity Recruitment Practice
The Forum Group is proud to announce the launch of our Investment Banking and Private Equity Recruitment Practice, which is dedicated to connecting elite financial talent with leading firms nationwide. Expanding Our Expertise in Financial Services This new practice builds on our successful history of recruiting within the financial services industry, empowering us to cover
Adventure Tours Selects TCG for HR Director and Director of Operations Searches
ACCOKEEK, MARYLAND – Adventure Tours, a premier transportation company, specializing in charter and luxury motor coach travel, has selected The Christopher Group to lead their Director of Human Resources and Director of Operations searches. Managing Partner, Nat Schiffer and Recruiting Managers, Ramey Lynch and Doug Karo are leading the vital HR searches. “We are delighted
National Trench Safety Selects TCG for Director of Learning & Development Search
HOUSTON, TX – National Trench Safety (NTS), the trusted leader of superior trench and traffic safety solutions in the industry, has selected The Christopher Group to lead their Director of Learning & Development search. Managing Partner, Tobin Anselmi and Recruiting Director, Carrie Longmire are leading the key HR search. “Carrie and I are truly excited
Malissa Akay joins LVMH as Global President Merchandising & Marketing, DFS Group
Travel retailer DFS Group has named Malissa Akay as its new Global President Merchandising & Marketing. Akay is a seasoned fashion executive with over two decades of experience in merchandising, product, and business strategy. Akay is a DFS alum, initially spending over 13 years at the company holding a variety of senior positions. Most recently,
The Barton Partnership appoints Mike Doud as Executive Vice President to Lead North America expansion
Specialist talent solutions provider The Barton Partnership is delighted to announce the appointment of Michael J. Doud to the role of Executive Vice President, North America. Mike will lead the firm’s continued strategic expansion in the North American market, helping businesses grow and evolve by connecting them with top-tier talent and enhancing the firm’s global
Coulter Partners places Chief Business Officer at Our Future Health
Coulter Partners successfully completed a search assignment for Our Future Health and is pleased to announce the placement of Andrew Miles, as Chief Business Officer (CBO). Our Future Health is an ambitious collaboration between the public, charity and private sectors to build the UK’s largest ever health research program – bringing people together to develop
Caldwell Enhances Industrial Recruiting Capabilities with the Addition of Jonathan Rossotto
Toronto – February 4, 2025 – Retained executive search firm Caldwell (TSX: CWL; OTCQX: CWLPF) today announced a major enhancement to its industrial recruiting capabilities with the addition of Jonathan Rossotto as a partner in the firm’s Industrial Practice. “Jonathan’s expertise in identifying and placing transformative leaders in the renewables, cleantech, energy, transportation, and infrastructure
FORTUNE 500 Trend Analysis: General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer Turnover in 2024
BarkerGilmore’s research of changes in GC and CLO positions at FORTUNE 500 companies in 2024 shows that: The Anticipated Wave of GC and CLO Retirements is Continuing There were 68 new GC and CLO appointments in 2024, and 34 of those were the result of retirements, with 8 moving to other business roles in their
TCG Places Assistant Director of Total Rewards and Senior Manager of HR Operations at Chicago Cubs
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – The Chicago Cubs, a leading professional sports franchise, have placed two new HR leaders with The Christopher Group. They have placed Stephanie Kachur as their new Assistant Director of Total Rewards and Joel Fernandez as their new Senior Manager of HR Operations. Managing Partner, Nat Schiffer worked with Recruiting Director, Morgan Booker
Ellipsis
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.
Robin Elkins Joins UMass Amherst Foundation As Chief Development Officer, College of Social & Behavioral Sciences
Pearl Street, the award-winning executive search and talent strategy firm serving the education, nonprofit and healthcare sectors, is pleased to share the appointment of Robin Elkins as Senior Executive Director & Chief Development Officer, College of Social & Behavioral Sciences, with UMass Amherst Foundation (UMAF). Robin is a highly regarded fundraising strategist and relationship builder
UMass Amherst Foundation Welcomes Barbara Vejvoda as Associate Vice President of Principal Gifts
Boston, MA/Virtual – Pearl Street, the award-winning executive search and talent strategy firm serving the education, nonprofit and healthcare sectors, is pleased to share the appointment of Barbara “Barb” Vejvoda as Associate Vice President of Principal Gifts with UMass Amherst Foundation (UMAF). A recognized leader in transformational giving strategy, Barb brings fifteen years of expertise
Cenetta Baker Joins Pearl Street as Senior Research Consultant
Pearl Street, the search firm with purpose, proudly welcomes Cenetta Baker to our national team as Senior Research Consultant. Drawing on her executive search expertise and hands-on experience in arts and social justice nonprofits, Cenetta excels at building diverse, thoughtfully curated talent networks for clients in the education, healthcare and nonprofit spaces. Before joining Pearl
Pearl Street Places Cheryl Katon as President & CEO of Emancipet
Pearl Street is pleased to share the appointment of Cheryl Katon as President & Chief Executive Officer of Emancipet, a nonprofit organization dedicated to making veterinary care affordable and accessible for all pet owners. Cheryl Katon is a proven leader who has employed strategic vision, creativity, and innovation throughout her more than thirty-year career in
Pearl Street Welcomes Shari Berenson as Director of Search Operations
Pearl Street, the search firm with purpose, welcomes industry leader Shari Berenson to its growing team. Shari will oversee day to day search operations for the firm, keeping the team seamlessly connected and focused on shared goals, while helping to ensure an exceptional journey for clients and candidates. Shari’s extensive experience across healthcare, higher education,
Pearl Street Partners with UNC-Chapel Hill to Recruit Executive Director for Strategic Initiatives, Innovation
Nicholas Cole has joined the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill as Executive Director for Strategic Initiatives, Innovation. He will support the Vice Chancellor for Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Economic Development & Chief Innovation Officer as well as academic partners across Carolina to fundraise for signature initiatives that advance the institution’s innovation agenda, specifically within
Matthew Williams Named Executive Director for Strategic Initiatives for UNC-Chapel Hill’s School of Data Science and Society
Matthew Williams has joined the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill as the inaugural Executive Director for Strategic Initiatives for the School of Data Science and Society. Matthew will be responsible for managing strategic university and industry partnerships while securing transformational philanthropic support to advance the School’s unique, collaborative initiatives aimed at advancing the
2024 Top Search Firm for Women of Color
For the third consecutive year, Pearl Street has been named to the list of Top Executive Search Firms that Work for Women of Color by Women of Color in Fundraising & Philanthropy (WOC). WOC administered a survey to its members and executive search firms with a specialty in and strong emphasis on placements within the
Signium Expands in United States: New Partners Open Michigan Office
Signium, a global executive search and leadership advisory firm, is proud to announce a new partnership with Sigred Group, a new Signium member firm in the United States. This collaboration will strengthen Signium’s worldwide footprint and expand its leadership advisory services, bringing a wealth of expertise to the U.S. corporate environment. The partnership between Signium
Nicole Otto joins Ruggable as Chief Executive Officer
Washable rug company Ruggable has appointed Nicole Otto as its new Chief Executive Officer. Otto will lead the high-growth company as it rapidly expands its business and continues to grow brand awareness. Otto is a retail, operations, brand, and tech executive with nearly three decades of leadership experience. She most recently served as Global Brand
Bob Nahas’ Thoughts on Skills vs Fit
I am writing this from the perspective of one who recruits people primarily with management experience for management and executive roles, so skills testing is usually in the rearview mirror, or the candidate has not been tested in that manner. There are some functions in which I recruit where candidates must have a certain skill
The Forum Group Launches Nationwide Investment Banking & Private Equity Recruitment Practice
The Forum Group is proud to announce the launch of our Investment Banking and Private Equity Recruitment Practice, which is dedicated to connecting elite financial talent with leading firms nationwide. Expanding Our Expertise in Financial Services This new practice builds on our successful history of recruiting within the financial services industry, empowering us to cover
Adventure Tours Selects TCG for HR Director and Director of Operations Searches
ACCOKEEK, MARYLAND – Adventure Tours, a premier transportation company, specializing in charter and luxury motor coach travel, has selected The Christopher Group to lead their Director of Human Resources and Director of Operations searches. Managing Partner, Nat Schiffer and Recruiting Managers, Ramey Lynch and Doug Karo are leading the vital HR searches. “We are delighted
National Trench Safety Selects TCG for Director of Learning & Development Search
HOUSTON, TX – National Trench Safety (NTS), the trusted leader of superior trench and traffic safety solutions in the industry, has selected The Christopher Group to lead their Director of Learning & Development search. Managing Partner, Tobin Anselmi and Recruiting Director, Carrie Longmire are leading the key HR search. “Carrie and I are truly excited
Malissa Akay joins LVMH as Global President Merchandising & Marketing, DFS Group
Travel retailer DFS Group has named Malissa Akay as its new Global President Merchandising & Marketing. Akay is a seasoned fashion executive with over two decades of experience in merchandising, product, and business strategy. Akay is a DFS alum, initially spending over 13 years at the company holding a variety of senior positions. Most recently,
The Barton Partnership appoints Mike Doud as Executive Vice President to Lead North America expansion
Specialist talent solutions provider The Barton Partnership is delighted to announce the appointment of Michael J. Doud to the role of Executive Vice President, North America. Mike will lead the firm’s continued strategic expansion in the North American market, helping businesses grow and evolve by connecting them with top-tier talent and enhancing the firm’s global
Coulter Partners places Chief Business Officer at Our Future Health
Coulter Partners successfully completed a search assignment for Our Future Health and is pleased to announce the placement of Andrew Miles, as Chief Business Officer (CBO). Our Future Health is an ambitious collaboration between the public, charity and private sectors to build the UK’s largest ever health research program – bringing people together to develop
Caldwell Enhances Industrial Recruiting Capabilities with the Addition of Jonathan Rossotto
Toronto – February 4, 2025 – Retained executive search firm Caldwell (TSX: CWL; OTCQX: CWLPF) today announced a major enhancement to its industrial recruiting capabilities with the addition of Jonathan Rossotto as a partner in the firm’s Industrial Practice. “Jonathan’s expertise in identifying and placing transformative leaders in the renewables, cleantech, energy, transportation, and infrastructure
FORTUNE 500 Trend Analysis: General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer Turnover in 2024
BarkerGilmore’s research of changes in GC and CLO positions at FORTUNE 500 companies in 2024 shows that: The Anticipated Wave of GC and CLO Retirements is Continuing There were 68 new GC and CLO appointments in 2024, and 34 of those were the result of retirements, with 8 moving to other business roles in their
TCG Places Assistant Director of Total Rewards and Senior Manager of HR Operations at Chicago Cubs
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – The Chicago Cubs, a leading professional sports franchise, have placed two new HR leaders with The Christopher Group. They have placed Stephanie Kachur as their new Assistant Director of Total Rewards and Joel Fernandez as their new Senior Manager of HR Operations. Managing Partner, Nat Schiffer worked with Recruiting Director, Morgan Booker
