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Melody Rose Expands Role with WittKieffer, Joins Firm’s Leadership Advisory
Oak Brook, Illinois, Nov. 16, 2023 – WittKieffer, the premier executive search and leadership advisory firm developing impactful leadership solutions for organizations that improve the quality of life, has announced that Principal Melody Rose, Ph.D., has broadened her role with the firm and joined its Leadership Advisory practice. Dr. Rose, a former university president and
Seth Blumenthal, Executive Search Leader, Joins Focus Search Partners as Managing Director for Enterprise Technology Practice
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – OCT 18, 2023 – Seth Blumenthal, executive search leader, joins Focus Search Partners, a Vaco company and leader in retained executive and interim search solutions, as managing director to lead executive- and board-level engagements for their enterprise technology practice. In his role, Seth will be exclusively dedicated to enterprise technology and deep tech businesses,
Wilton & Bain Recruit new CEO for Spring Fibre
Wilton & Bain has placed Gareth Greppellini as the new chief executive officer (CEO) into Spring Fibre. Jay Siddiki a partner in the global technology & digital infrastructure practice at Wilton & Bain, led the search. With previous leadership roles at both Virgin Media/VMO2 and clean energy brand, Egg, Greppellini has an impressive track record of
Kestria Presents a New Partner in Romania
After recently announcing a new partner in Brazil, Kestria expands its presence in Europe by adding a new member firm in Romania, as part of the continued alliance expansion. Kestria Romania: Reimaginum is a leading Romanian boutique talent acquisition firm with over 45 years of collective expertise. While their recent focus has been on the
October 2023 Recent Placements
For more information on our current positions, click here.
Wilton & Bain Recruit CEO for Zapgo
Wilton & Bain has placed Steve Leighton (CEO) into Zapgo, a destination focused, EV charging infrastructure business. Jay Siddiki a partner in the global tech & digital infrastructure practice at Wilton & Bain, led the search. Steven Leighton, the chairman and former CEO of Macquarie-backed UK fibre operator Voneus, has joined new EV charging provider Zapgo as
Focus Search Partners Announces Executive Search Leader Michael Caggiano as Managing Partner
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – NOV 13, 2023 – Executive search leader Michael Caggiano joins Focus Search Partners, a Vaco company and leader in retained executive and interim search solutions, as managing partner. In his role, Michael will look to grow new revenue streams for Focus Search Partners from both inside and outside of the Vaco Holdings family of companies. “Michael has
Matt Healey joins H.I.E.C as Partner, Functional Human Resources Expert
17th October 2023 H.I. Executive Consulting (H.I.E.C), the leading global transformational executive search firm, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Matt Healey as a Partner based in New York City, further strengthening the firm’s footprint in the US. With significant experience in various industry sectors Matt will be joining the firm’s Human Resources and
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) Selected by Boise State University for Dean, College of Health Sciences Search
(November 2023, WEST HARTFORD, CT) Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES), a leading higher education focused executive search firm, has been selected to recruit the next Dean of the College of Health Sciences (COHS) at Boise State University. Jennifer Muller, Managing Partner, will be leading the search. The next Dean of the COHS will play
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) Selected by Austin College for Founding Director and Professor of Engineering Search
(November 2023, WEST HARTFORD, CT) Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES), a leading higher education focused executive search firm, has been selected to recruit the Founding Director and Professor of Engineering at Austin College. Jennifer Muller, Managing Partner, will be leading the search. The ideal candidate will bring their visionary and strategic skills combined with
From PLACES Fellow to President & CEO: Dion Cartwright tapped to lead The Funders Network
When TFN President and CEO Pat Smith announced her retirement this summer, we began the daunting but admittedly exciting work of finding a successor – one with the vision, values and strategic dexterity needed to lead our network of changemakers committed to environmental, economic and racial justice. It turns out we didn’t have to look
BarkerGilmore Adds Paulette Dodson, Former General Counsel & Corporate Secretary of Alight, Inc., to Senior Advisor Roster
Fairport, NY (November 9, 2023) – BarkerGilmore, an in-house legal and compliance executive search, coaching, and advisory firm, has announced the appointment of Paulette Dodson as senior advisor. With a track record of providing guidance to executive leadership and boards, Paulette’s role extends to executive coaching, succession planning, and diversity, equity, and inclusion consulting for the firm’s clients. “Paulette
Sarah Becker Joins DHR as Partner
Charlotte (November 9, 2023) – Leading talent advisory firm DHR Global has announced that Sarah Becker has joined as partner in the private equity practice group, based in firm’s Charlotte office. As an executive search consultant who can translate business needs into talent solutions, Becker helps private equity, healthcare services, and consumer & retail organizations
DHR Global Appoints Diane Charness as Managing Partner
Washington D.C. (October 27, 2023) – Leading talent advisory firm DHR Global has announced that Diane Charness has joined as managing partner of the global nonprofit and social impact practice, based in the firm’s Washington D.C. and Los Angeles offices. Previous practice group leader, James Abruzzo, will transition to vice chairman. Charness has over 25
Leathwaite welcomes Clemens von Guggenberg as Strategy and Transformation Partner
Clemens von Guggenberg joins as Strategy and Transformation Partner and Managing Director at Leathwaite in Germany. Leathwaite is excited to announce the addition of Clemens von Guggenberg to the firm as a new partner. As managing director at Leathwaite in Germany, Clemens will be responsible for building out the company’s German and European business, and
Curtis Wise Appointed Senior Director at ECA Partners
SANTA MONICA, Calif., November 3, 2023 – ECA Partners, a Santa Monica-based boutique search firm, announced the appointment of Curtis Wise as a senior director. Curtis Wise, with his distinguished career in private equity and financial services, brings valuable expertise to this vital role. Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, ECA Partners is an innovative tech-enabled executive
Michael D. Bourgeois, Ph.D. Named Associate Vice Provost of Institutional Research and Decision Support at Virginia Commonwealth University
Michael D. Bourgeois, Ph.D., was recently named Vice Provost of Institutional Research & Decision support at Virginia Commonwealth University, following a comprehensive search led by Pelema Ellis and Martin Baker of our Higher Education Practice. Dr. Bourgeois brings over 20 years of higher education experience and a passion for student and institutional success with a
Dr. John Fuchko III Named President of Dalton State College
Dr. John Fuchko III has been appointed as President at Dalton State College. Buffkin / Baker was proud to partner with the College on this comprehensive search led by Ann Yates and Dinah Webster DeWitt from our Higher Education Practice. The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia (USG) today named Dr. John
Women Rising: Pursuing Professional Goals with Confidence
November 6, 2023 By Cathy Sutherland, Principal For many women in leadership, the path to the C-Suite is often filled with adversity. At JM Search, our work as a premier executive search firm lends us the privilege of hearing their stories each day—and our Women Rising Series enables us to share their incredible insights and experiences with you.
BrainWorks Facilitates Key Placement at Wedbush Securities
November, 2023 – BrainWorks, a leading boutique executive search firm, announced the successful placement of Heather Middleton as the Vice President of Regulatory and Litigation counsel at Wedbush Securities, a renowned financial services firm with a legacy dating back to 1955. Heather Middleton brings over 15 years of experience in traditional law settings, specializing in
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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.
Melody Rose Expands Role with WittKieffer, Joins Firm’s Leadership Advisory
Oak Brook, Illinois, Nov. 16, 2023 – WittKieffer, the premier executive search and leadership advisory firm developing impactful leadership solutions for organizations that improve the quality of life, has announced that Principal Melody Rose, Ph.D., has broadened her role with the firm and joined its Leadership Advisory practice. Dr. Rose, a former university president and
Seth Blumenthal, Executive Search Leader, Joins Focus Search Partners as Managing Director for Enterprise Technology Practice
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – OCT 18, 2023 – Seth Blumenthal, executive search leader, joins Focus Search Partners, a Vaco company and leader in retained executive and interim search solutions, as managing director to lead executive- and board-level engagements for their enterprise technology practice. In his role, Seth will be exclusively dedicated to enterprise technology and deep tech businesses,
Wilton & Bain Recruit new CEO for Spring Fibre
Wilton & Bain has placed Gareth Greppellini as the new chief executive officer (CEO) into Spring Fibre. Jay Siddiki a partner in the global technology & digital infrastructure practice at Wilton & Bain, led the search. With previous leadership roles at both Virgin Media/VMO2 and clean energy brand, Egg, Greppellini has an impressive track record of
Kestria Presents a New Partner in Romania
After recently announcing a new partner in Brazil, Kestria expands its presence in Europe by adding a new member firm in Romania, as part of the continued alliance expansion. Kestria Romania: Reimaginum is a leading Romanian boutique talent acquisition firm with over 45 years of collective expertise. While their recent focus has been on the
October 2023 Recent Placements
For more information on our current positions, click here.
Wilton & Bain Recruit CEO for Zapgo
Wilton & Bain has placed Steve Leighton (CEO) into Zapgo, a destination focused, EV charging infrastructure business. Jay Siddiki a partner in the global tech & digital infrastructure practice at Wilton & Bain, led the search. Steven Leighton, the chairman and former CEO of Macquarie-backed UK fibre operator Voneus, has joined new EV charging provider Zapgo as
Focus Search Partners Announces Executive Search Leader Michael Caggiano as Managing Partner
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – NOV 13, 2023 – Executive search leader Michael Caggiano joins Focus Search Partners, a Vaco company and leader in retained executive and interim search solutions, as managing partner. In his role, Michael will look to grow new revenue streams for Focus Search Partners from both inside and outside of the Vaco Holdings family of companies. “Michael has
Matt Healey joins H.I.E.C as Partner, Functional Human Resources Expert
17th October 2023 H.I. Executive Consulting (H.I.E.C), the leading global transformational executive search firm, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Matt Healey as a Partner based in New York City, further strengthening the firm’s footprint in the US. With significant experience in various industry sectors Matt will be joining the firm’s Human Resources and
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) Selected by Boise State University for Dean, College of Health Sciences Search
(November 2023, WEST HARTFORD, CT) Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES), a leading higher education focused executive search firm, has been selected to recruit the next Dean of the College of Health Sciences (COHS) at Boise State University. Jennifer Muller, Managing Partner, will be leading the search. The next Dean of the COHS will play
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) Selected by Austin College for Founding Director and Professor of Engineering Search
(November 2023, WEST HARTFORD, CT) Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES), a leading higher education focused executive search firm, has been selected to recruit the Founding Director and Professor of Engineering at Austin College. Jennifer Muller, Managing Partner, will be leading the search. The ideal candidate will bring their visionary and strategic skills combined with
From PLACES Fellow to President & CEO: Dion Cartwright tapped to lead The Funders Network
When TFN President and CEO Pat Smith announced her retirement this summer, we began the daunting but admittedly exciting work of finding a successor – one with the vision, values and strategic dexterity needed to lead our network of changemakers committed to environmental, economic and racial justice. It turns out we didn’t have to look
BarkerGilmore Adds Paulette Dodson, Former General Counsel & Corporate Secretary of Alight, Inc., to Senior Advisor Roster
Fairport, NY (November 9, 2023) – BarkerGilmore, an in-house legal and compliance executive search, coaching, and advisory firm, has announced the appointment of Paulette Dodson as senior advisor. With a track record of providing guidance to executive leadership and boards, Paulette’s role extends to executive coaching, succession planning, and diversity, equity, and inclusion consulting for the firm’s clients. “Paulette
Sarah Becker Joins DHR as Partner
Charlotte (November 9, 2023) – Leading talent advisory firm DHR Global has announced that Sarah Becker has joined as partner in the private equity practice group, based in firm’s Charlotte office. As an executive search consultant who can translate business needs into talent solutions, Becker helps private equity, healthcare services, and consumer & retail organizations
DHR Global Appoints Diane Charness as Managing Partner
Washington D.C. (October 27, 2023) – Leading talent advisory firm DHR Global has announced that Diane Charness has joined as managing partner of the global nonprofit and social impact practice, based in the firm’s Washington D.C. and Los Angeles offices. Previous practice group leader, James Abruzzo, will transition to vice chairman. Charness has over 25
Leathwaite welcomes Clemens von Guggenberg as Strategy and Transformation Partner
Clemens von Guggenberg joins as Strategy and Transformation Partner and Managing Director at Leathwaite in Germany. Leathwaite is excited to announce the addition of Clemens von Guggenberg to the firm as a new partner. As managing director at Leathwaite in Germany, Clemens will be responsible for building out the company’s German and European business, and
Curtis Wise Appointed Senior Director at ECA Partners
SANTA MONICA, Calif., November 3, 2023 – ECA Partners, a Santa Monica-based boutique search firm, announced the appointment of Curtis Wise as a senior director. Curtis Wise, with his distinguished career in private equity and financial services, brings valuable expertise to this vital role. Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, ECA Partners is an innovative tech-enabled executive
Michael D. Bourgeois, Ph.D. Named Associate Vice Provost of Institutional Research and Decision Support at Virginia Commonwealth University
Michael D. Bourgeois, Ph.D., was recently named Vice Provost of Institutional Research & Decision support at Virginia Commonwealth University, following a comprehensive search led by Pelema Ellis and Martin Baker of our Higher Education Practice. Dr. Bourgeois brings over 20 years of higher education experience and a passion for student and institutional success with a
Dr. John Fuchko III Named President of Dalton State College
Dr. John Fuchko III has been appointed as President at Dalton State College. Buffkin / Baker was proud to partner with the College on this comprehensive search led by Ann Yates and Dinah Webster DeWitt from our Higher Education Practice. The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia (USG) today named Dr. John
Women Rising: Pursuing Professional Goals with Confidence
November 6, 2023 By Cathy Sutherland, Principal For many women in leadership, the path to the C-Suite is often filled with adversity. At JM Search, our work as a premier executive search firm lends us the privilege of hearing their stories each day—and our Women Rising Series enables us to share their incredible insights and experiences with you.
BrainWorks Facilitates Key Placement at Wedbush Securities
November, 2023 – BrainWorks, a leading boutique executive search firm, announced the successful placement of Heather Middleton as the Vice President of Regulatory and Litigation counsel at Wedbush Securities, a renowned financial services firm with a legacy dating back to 1955. Heather Middleton brings over 15 years of experience in traditional law settings, specializing in
