LHH Opens New Search Practice in the U.S.
December 3, 2025 – LHH, a global provider of interconnected talent solutions and a division of the Adecco Group, has launched its new retained executive search practice in the U.S. Aram Lulla is the newly appointed executive search leader, U.S., at LHH.
“Leadership mobility is accelerating at a pace we haven’t seen before,” said Nicole Gable, LHH U.S. country president and president of North America Recruitment Solutions. “Organizations face unprecedented pressure to build leadership teams that drive results and adapt confidently in uncertain markets. LHH’s retained executive search practice is built for this reality; we use deep talent intelligence and a personalized, consultative approach to ensure each appointment is aligned with strategic goals, culture, and long-term value. Our commitment is to help clients turn leadership from a vulnerability into a true competitive advantage.”
The new practice serves clients across sectors, including technology, life sciences, healthcare, industrials, financial services, consumer goods and professional services, specializing in senior-level and mission-critical placements that shape organizational strategy.
“After two decades in executive recruiting, I’ve seen that successful leadership appointments depend on far more than an impressive track record,” said Mr. Lulla. “In today’s environment of rapid transformation, organizations need leaders whose capabilities align precisely with business strategy, culture, and market opportunity. That requires a search process grounded in rigorous talent intelligence, nuanced market insight, and true partnership between client and advisor.”
With over 20 years in executive recruiting, Mr. Lulla has built and led results-driven teams, expanded national practices, and placed leaders across various industries and functions. He was most recently with Korn Ferry, where he was responsible for the growth of the firm’s professional searches finance & accounting, human resources. information technology, sales & marketing & digital, supply chain & operations, legal and military practices Prior to that, Mr. Lulla was with Lucas Group, which was acquired by Korn Ferry four years ago.
“What drew me to LHH is its unique approach: the combination of global scale, deep talent data, and an interconnected system that supports leaders throughout every stage of their career journey,” Mr. Lulla continued. “At the C-suite level, no two transitions are alike. Our retained executive search practice is built to deliver the level of personalization, excellence, and care these moments deserve, helping organizations secure leaders who not only fit today’s needs but are ready to shape tomorrow’s opportunities.”
Leadership Mobility is Accelerating
LLH’s research shows that 64 percent of U.S. executives plan to make a career move within three years, and one in three new leaders struggle to find their footing in the first year. “As organizations face continuous transformation, they need trusted partners who can help them attract, assess, and support senior leaders capable of driving strategic impact from day one,” the firm said.
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“LHH offers an interconnected talent solutions ecosystem that connects executive recruitment with leadership development, upskilling, and career transition, ensuring leaders succeed not just at placement, but throughout their career journey,” the firm continued. “Our approach combines the precision of a highly specialized search firm with the reach and resources of a global talent partner.”
The firm’s research also shows AI and digital fluency are now the top-rated leadership capabilities. LHH leverages data-driven insights to evaluate these competencies while maintaining a human-centered approach that selects for adaptability, empathy, and communication, qualities essential for leading through transformation. On the development side, LHH also provides AI upskilling programs specific for C-level leadership through its tech upskilling brand General Assembly, customized with executive tailored coaching in these practices through EZRA, LHH’s coaching business.
Recent General Assembly research shows that less than half of companies offer leadership-specific AI training leaving a critical gap in leadership readiness to deliver on AI transformation goals. Using a comprehensive approach for enterprise leaders, LHH’s AI Leadership Transformation Program is designed for strategic leaders from mid-level manager to c-suite, going beyond upskilling technical knowledge, to equip leaders to create conditions for lasting change.
LHH (formerly Amrop Knightsbridge) delivers expertise in three search practice areas: executive search and recruitment, interim executive management, and board of directors’ search. The firm assists organizations in finding new talent, as well as helping their employees navigate change, become better leaders, develop better careers and transition into new jobs.
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Contributed by Scott A. Scanlon, Editor-in-Chief and Dale M. Zupsansky, Executive Editor – Hunt Scanlon Media
