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NGS Global Adds TalentXera
Wilmington, DE-headquartered executive search firm NGS Global has added Saúl Almendárez and his team at TalentXera. This expands the firm’s capabilities across Mexico and the broader Latin America region. Mr. Almendárez is based in Mexico City, where he has spent more than 20 years building an exceptional team and a highly regarded brand in the executive search industry. Along
IMD International Search Group Elects New Board Members
Global executive search consortium IMD International Search Group recently had delegates from member firms meet in Helsinki, Finland, and announced the election of several board members. Ben Tucker (Minerva, IMD U.K.) transitions from director to VP finance and legal. Eva Nielsen (Lisberg, IMD Sweden) is reelected for a second mandate as director while Terhi Heikkinen (IMS Talent,
Executive Recruiters Pull Off Another Remarkable Year, Remain Bullish for 2023
Hunt Scanlon Media has released its annual rankings of leading executive recruiters. In the U.S. and globally, billions of dollars poured into the high-end recruiting sector in 2022, a result of continued pentup demand for senior-level leaders and their key reports.
DRiWaterstone Human Capital Assists WJCT Public Media with CEO Search
DRiWaterstone Human Capital has assisted in the recruitment of Karen Feagins as president and CEO of WJCT Public Media, the independent, community-owned public media organization serving Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia. “Karen represents exactly what we were looking for as the next leader for WJCT Public Media,” said Bill Hendrich, chair of the WJCT Public Media board
GDPR – The Perfect Time to Refresh Your Database
As executive search firms grapple with the complexities of GDPR, many are concerned that the new regulation will mean deleting thousands of records built up over many years. Surely there must be an alternative?
Wilton & Bain Expands Interim Management Business
Global executive search and interim leadership firm Wilton & Bain has named Oliver Bentley as partner within its interim management business. He will focus on senior interim appointments across consumer markets in business transformation, technology and digital. “I am delighted to welcome Oliver to Wilton & Bain,” said James Humphreys, managing partner at Wilton & Bain.
Boards Weigh Internal vs. External CEO Candidates in Succession Planning
Choosing between an internal and external CEO candidate is rarely as simple as favoring continuity or change. For boards and executive search firms, the more important question is whether the succession process is anchored to the company’s future mandate and the leadership capabilities required to deliver it. The internal-versus-external CEO debate often starts with a
Pyramind Places New Leader for The International Institute
Following a national search, Falls Church, VA-based executive search firm Pyramind has placed Chad Leahy as the next director of The International Institute. “Chad came to Madrid on September 1 and has begun meeting with Institute staff, familiarizing himself with his new duties, and following the completion of this summer’s improvement projects in the Institute building,”
NPAG Recruits CEO for Dream.Org
Executive search firm NPAG has assisted in the recruitment of Janos Marton as the new CEO for Dream.Org in Oakland, CA. The search was being led by Phuong Quach and Sharon Gertsman. Mr. Marton joined Dream.Org as CEO after spending the past five years leading advocacy work at the organization, where he helped build coalitions and advance
Stevenson Search Partners Expands
Fort Lee, NJ-based Stevenson Search Partners, a global life science executive search firm and a Hunt Scanlon Top 50 ranked search firm, has expanded with the addition of Jim LoSapio to its on-demand talent solutions team as director, business development. “Jim has developed a strong understanding of the unique talent, consulting, and resource challenges facing life sciences organizations
TriSearch Expands Through Strategic Partnership
TriSearch has entered into a strategic partnership with Northwest Talent Solutions founder Nikita R. Steals, who has joined the firm as vice president, client success. The arrangement combines Northwest Talent Solutions’ workforce transformation expertise and entrepreneurial agility with TriSearch’s national recruiting platform, scalable delivery capabilities and highly customized approach to client partnership. Northwest Talent Solutions
Private Equity Takes a Harder Look at Leadership Assessment
Private equity firms examine every line of the financial model and pressure-test the commercial thesis from multiple angles. However, an assessment of the leadership team is often the least rigorous part of diligence. Deal teams will spend weeks validating a revenue forecast and only a matter of hours forming a view on the CEO expected
The Succession Crisis Extends Beyond Small Business
Succession planning has become one of the most pressing leadership issues facing boards as a growing number of senior executives move closer to retirement. For executive search firms, that is creating increased demand for earlier engagement, deeper assessment of internal talent, and more deliberate planning around critical leadership transitions. The challenge is especially acute when
Academic Career & Executive Search Recruits General Counsel for MassArt
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) has recruited Jeannie Barrett as general counsel at Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt). Jennifer Muller, managing partner, led the assignment. Ms. Barrett brings more than 25 years of legal experience in higher education, advising institutions and senior leaders on a wide range of complex legal, operational, governance, and
Lock Search Group Fills Senior Position for Emergent BioSolutions
Toronto-headquartered executive recruitment firm Lock Search Group has assisted in the recruitment of Layton Henderson as vice president and general manager of Emergent BioSolutions’ Winnipeg manufacturing facility. “We’re grateful to celebrate a successful executive placement with our valued partner, Emergent BioSolutions,” Lock Search Group said in a LinkedIn post. “Congratulations to Layton Henderson on his appointment. We’re
Options Group Expands Dubai Office
Options Group has expanded in Dubai office with the additions of Eugenio Chiappini and Ben Prickett as vice presidents. Mr. Chiappini specializes in the private equity and family offices sectors. His addition strengthens the firm’s presence in the Middle East and supports its work with alternative investment firms and private capital clients seeking senior talent. Before
Executive Search Evolves, but Relationships and Judgment Still Matter Most
Executive search is evolving as firms face growing pressure to deliver stronger talent outcomes while providing deeper advisory value to clients and candidates. The most effective search organizations are looking beyond individual assignments to build broader networks, strengthen market intelligence, and create relationships that endure across careers and leadership transitions. That shift is placing renewed
Executive Diligence Takes on Greater Role in Senior-Level Hiring
Executive search increasingly extends beyond assessing experience, leadership style, and cultural fit. For boards and investors, understanding a senior candidate’s background, reputation, and potential risk profile has become an important part of evaluating whether that individual is equipped to lead in a high-stakes environment. That has made investigative diligence a more meaningful component of senior-level
BarkerGilmore Recruits General Counsel for Stanford University
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has recruited Timothy G. Lynch as vice president and general counsel of Stanford University. He succeeds Debra Zumwalt, who announced earlier this year that she would retire after 26 years as Stanford’s vice president and general counsel. BarkerGilmore’s Sarah Sullivan, Brittney McDonough, and
Calibre One Recruits CPO and Chief Technology and Information Officer for Production Resource Group
Calibre One has placed Jennifer Caserta as chief people officer and Joe Simon as chief technology and information officer at PRG (Production Resource Group) in New York City. “We are building PRG for a bigger future, and that means investing across every part of this business: our leadership, crews, talent development, and the equipment, technology and
TRANSEARCH International Adds New Member Firm in Singapore
TRANSEARCH International has expanded in Singapore with the addition of The Executive Collective Asia as its newest member firm. Led by managing partner Angela Roche, the addition further strengths the organization’s executive search and leadership consulting capabilities across the Asia-Pacific region. “Singapore is strategically important to TRANSEARCH not only within Asia-Pacific, but to our global business,”
Beyond the Single AI Path: You Can Have It All
Executive search firms are moving beyond early experimentation with artificial intelligence and focusing more closely on how the technology can support different roles, workflows, and levels of adoption across their organizations. Rather than forcing every user into the same model, firms are increasingly looking for flexible approaches that can improve efficiency while preserving the judgment
Six Trends Driving Private Capital Hiring
Executive hiring across private capital is becoming more complex as firms rethink the leadership capabilities needed to compete in a changing investment environment. Search mandates are broadening beyond traditional dealmaking backgrounds as firms place greater value on operating expertise, technology fluency, capital formation, and experience navigating more difficult market cycles. For executive search firms serving
Shelli Herman and Associates Recruits President and CEO of Mystic Aquarium
Following an extensive national search, Los Angeles-based Shelli Herman and Associates has placed Rachel Metz as the new president and CEO of Mystic Aquarium. She will succeed Susette Tibus, who has led Mystic Aquarium since April 2023 and has been a recognized leading champion for the Aquarium for decades. “Rachel is an accomplished, thoughtful and inspiring leader whose experience
Academic Search Seeking Provost for James Madison University
Education-focused executive recruitment firm Academic Search has been selected by James Madison University to lead in its search for a new provost and senior vice president for academic affairs. Senior consultant Ann Die Hasselmo, consultant Christopher Butler, and associate consultant Kate Cusimano are leading the assignment. The school seeks an innovative and responsive leader to serve as its next provost and senior
ForceBrands Appoints Head of Executive Search
ForceBrands, a hiring and talent solutions partner for the consumer industry, has strengthened its executive search practice with the addition of Brian Waivada. He will lead the team and oversee the practice’s continued expansion. “This appointment builds on the strength and momentum of our executive search practice,” said Rob Ganjon, CEO of ForceBrands. “We’ve spent
Potential vs. Performance: Rethinking the Leadership Pipeline
Being a successful business leader has always been associated with a fast-paced management style, but today more than ever, leaders must constantly adapt and be prepared to navigate rapid change. Leadership roles across organizations of all types have become increasingly complex, requiring the ability to balance competing priorities at the same time. In this environment,
DHR Global Grows Sports Practice with Jobplex’s Acquisition of Ascension Sports Partners
Jobplex, the Chicago-based partner company of DHR Global, has acquired Ascension Sports Partners, an executive search and talent advisory firm specializing in sports, entertainment, and collegiate athletics. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Ascension founder and president Dan Rossetti joins Jobplex as a partner, working alongside DHR’s sports practice. “This acquisition marks an important expansion of
Russell Reynolds Associates Tapped by the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization to Lead CEO Search
Global leadership advisory firm Russell Reynolds Associates has been retained by the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) to lead in its search for a new president and chief executive officer. Andrew Kriegler, its inaugural president and CEO, has informed the board of directors that he will not be seeking a further term. The board has commenced the
The Moran Company Recruits CEO for The Arc of New Mexico
The Moran Company, an executive recruitment firm that specializes in the non-profit sector, has placed Tracie Fletcher as the new executive director of The Arc of New Mexico. Senior search consultant Bruce Scott led the assignment. “Tracie brings a 25-year track record of leadership in non-profit, government, and community organizations,” The Arc of New Mexico said in a
Spencer Stuart Recruits 16th President for the University of Michigan
Spencer Stuart has recruited Kent Syverud, chancellor and president of Syracuse University, as the 16th president of the University of Michigan. He becomes the first U-M alumnus in nearly a century to be appointed president. Mary Gorman, a partner in the firm’s education and social impact practice, and Alexis Stiles, a University of Michigan alumna and a
Lindauer Assists Fenway Health in the Recruitment of Chief People Officer
Lindauer has helped to place Shari Stier as the new chief people officer for Fenway Health, a Boston-based healthcare, research and advocacy organization that serves the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community. She will assume the role on April 4. Faith Eutsay led the assignment for the search firm. Ms. Stier brings over 20 years of experience,
SearchWide Global Recruits Chief Diversity Officer for Destinations International
Executive recruitment firm SearchWide Global has assisted in the recruitment of Sophia Hyder Hock as chief diversity officer of Destinations International. Senior vice president Kellie Henderson led the assignment. “Since implementing equity, diversity and inclusion as a strategic goal for the association in 2017, Destinations International has been working to lead and engage diversity initiatives and opportunities
JM Search Places Head of Cyber Services at Beazley
Increasingly, organizations of all sizes are awakening to the perils posed by cyber attacks. For years, many groups tried to ignore the problem, dismissing cybersecurity as a concern only for the biggest, most high-profile entities, be they government or corporate. These days, more groups are coming to understand how ruinous such intrusions could be. This
EMA Partners Opens Office in Seoul
Coming out of a global pandemic, executive search consultants are seeing an increase in hiring mandates from just about every corner of the globe. To meet demand, they continue to develop new practices, hire new recruiters, and open new locations. Global recruiting consortiums, meanwhile, are taking advantage of a resurgence in certain geographic areas. EMA Partners
Moving the DE&I Needle Beyond the Rooney Rule Checkbox
Even before businesses had access to research showing a positive correlation between diversity, profitability and innovation, organizations realized the need for diverse profiles in leadership positions. Diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives have been around for decades. Outside of HR and recruiting, however, many people weren’t aware of the work being done to make C-suites, corporate
Diversified Search Group Recruits First Leader for the National Museum of the American Latino
Diversified Search Group (DSG), a leading search firm backed by private equity firm ShoreView Industries, has assisted in the recruitment of Jorge Zamanillo as the inaugural director of the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of the American Latino, a new museum established by Congress in December 2020. Leading the search were Victor Arias, managing partner of the firm’s Dallas office,
Phillips Oppenheim Recruits New Leader for San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
New York City-based Phillips Oppenheim has placed Christopher Bedford as the new director of the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA). Mr. Bedford, who has been director of the Baltimore Museum of Art (BMA) since 2016, will assume his new role in June. He will succeed veteran director Neal Benezra, who stepped down in the fall
Jobless Claims Unexpectedly Rise as Americans Continue Look for New Employment Opportunities
The Labor Department reported that 248,000 Americans have filed new claims for state unemployment benefits, an increase of 23,000 from the previous week’s revised level. The previous week’s level was revised up by 2,000 from 223,000 to 225,000. The four-week moving average was 243,250, a decrease of 10,500 from the previous week’s revised average. The
Key Search Expands Team
Basel, Switzerland-headquartered executive search firm Key Search has expanded with the addition of Google search executive David Bizer as director. “As a keynote speaker and an executive recruitment specialist in the technology sector, his passion for company culture is well-known throughout the start-up ecosystem,” the search firm said. “In addition, his experience in talent acquisition and
How to Attract Top Talent from Other Industries to Cannabis
With a growing number of legalized states starting to sell and some experts predicting that the cannabis industry will top $43 billion by 2025, it is no surprise that cannabis-related jobs are also on the rise. For businesses, this means new positions to fill to keep up with rapid growth and consumer demand. The challenge
Beecher Reagan Launches New Platform Focused on Leadership Acceleration
Catalyte Leadership Acceleration, a Beecher Reagan company, has launched a full suite of leadership acceleration offerings for professional services and private equity firms. The company’s proprietary Verity Leadership Assessment tool and services help benchmark top talent, accelerate leadership performance, align, and accelerate teams, and perform talent due diligence, according to the company. “We’ve seen an
Daversa Partners Recruits President / Chief Revenue Officer for Chainalysis
Daversa Partners, which helps build leadership teams for growth and venture-backed companies, has assisted in the recruitment of W. Thomas Stanley as the new president and chief revenue officer of Chainalysis Inc. The search was led by Gary Constance, Julie Wrapp, Sarah McDonald, Paul Daversa and Jason Slattery. Mr. Stanley is a passionate advocate for education, science and technology, youth
Preng & Associates Places New Leader for Traverse City Light & Power in Michigan
Houston-based executive search firm Preng & Associates recently assisted in the recruitment of Brandie Ekren, executive director of strategic planning and development for the Lansing (MI) Board of Water & Light as the next executive director of Traverse City Light & Power (TLCP), also in Michigan. Consultant Mark Ciolek led the assignment. Ms. Ekren’s successor, Tim Arends,
Hiretual Secures $26 Million and Rebrands to hireEZ
Hiretual, an AI-powered global talent platform, has closed $26 million in funding led by Conductive Ventures. The company is also rebranding to hireEZ, which reflects its mission to focus on outbound recruiting. “In these unprecedented times, recruiting has become an impossible task,” said founder and CEO Steven Jiang. “Recruiters and hiring managers can no longer sit
Isaacson, Miller Called in by University of Michigan to Find 15th President
The University of Michigan (UM) has retained Isaacson, Miller to assist in the search for its 15th president. John Isaacson, John Muckle and Elizabeth Dorr are spearheading the assignment. The school removed Mark Schlissel as president in December after it learned that Dr. Schlissel may have been involved in an inappropriate relationship with a university employee. The board has
The Tolan Group Recruits CFO for The Plastic Surgery Center
The Tolan Group (TTG) recently placed Paul Valenti as the new CFO of The Plastic Surgery Center. “It was a privilege to work with Dr. Elkwood and the hiring team to bring on such a crucial member of the executive staff,” said Kaye Johnson, managing partner of the search firm that led the assignment. “We felt
ON Partners Recruits Chief Revenue Officer for Crawford Technologies
Top-drawer chief revenue officers are commonly found at start-ups and smaller businesses and tend to the bottom line while the rest of the C-level team expands key partnerships, seeks growth opportunities, or sources funding. That is changing. Larger businesses now view the CRO post as an essential, long-term role. In one recent search, Baillie Parker of ON Partners
Harvey Hohauser & Associates Appoints VP of Executive Search
Troy, MI-based executive search firm Harvey Hohauser & Associates (HH&A) has expanded with the addition of Sam Frank as vice president of executive search. “The timing was right, and Sam is a perfect fit for our culture,” said Eric Hohauser, president of HH&A. “HH&A partnered with his third-generation family business, Leo Frank and Sons, a diamond wholesaler, to
AIMS International Strengthens Presence in Africa
Executive search consortium AIMS International has further strengthened its presence in Africa with the addition of Arnold Ochieng and his team at Workforce Africa. “At AIMS East Africa, we believe that everybody has innate strengths and, in the optimal environment, these can be unlocked to positively impact society,” said Mr. Ochieng. “Finding the right candidate for the right
Top Talent Trends to Watch for in 2022
Pundits are making all sorts of predictions for the year based on our collective experience over the past two years. But as we all look ahead, what can we really expect? In a new report, Clark Beecher, managing partner and co-founder of Beecher Reagan, and Matt Greenberg, partner and principal in the firm’s digital and analytics practice,
Anthem Executive Seeks Chief Development Officer for Prostate Cancer Foundation
Virtually every industry needs top-drawer chief development officers. CDOs play a key role in planning, coordinating, and administering capital campaigns, corporate giving and galvanizing new donors while keeping previous funders content. Implementing funding strategies that “keep the lights on,” according to recruiters specializing in the function, is Job 1. The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) has retained executive
BroadView Talent Partners Seeks CEO for Homeless Prenatal Program
Executive search firm BroadView Talent Partners has been retained to find a new chief executive officer for Homeless Prenatal Program (HPP). Tracy McMillan, the search firm’s CEO and managing partner, is leading the assignment along with Melania DaSilva Deaver, VP and senior associate. The CEO is responsible for overseeing the overall direction, strategy and vision of HPP and
CarterBaldwin Names Partner
CarterBaldwin Executive Search has named Chris Hornsby as a partner and leader of the firm’s K-12 education practice. Mr. Hornsby joined the firm in 2015 with an expertise in healthcare IT recruitment, but quickly found his “sweet spot” at CarterBaldwin in the non-profit and K-12 education spaces, where he has spent the past six years honing
See’s Candies Signs Agreement to Use Mogul’s Talent Platform
Mogul recently signed a deal with See’s Candies in which the company will use the global diversity recruitment company’s talent acquisition platform to find, recruit and hire talent. Powered by patent-pending software filters, Mogul’s platform allows recruiters to source candidates in numerous ways, including by ethnicity, gender, disability status and veteran status, without limiting search results. “We
Spencer Stuart Finds New Leader for the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston
Federal Reserve Bank president searches are some of the most coveted assignments to take on among executive recruiters, and a number of leading search firms have gotten in on the action. Spencer Stuart recently assisted in the placement of Susan M. Collins as the new president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston. Eric
Herbert Mines Associates Assists Laird Superfood with CEO Search
New York-based retail and consumer focused executive search firm Herbert Mines Associates recently assisted in the recruitment of Jason Vieth as the new chief executive officer of NYSE-traded Laird Superfood in Sisters, OR. The appointment was announced by Paul Hodge Jr. who will step down as founding CEO in a planned transition, which was posted last August
ZRG Partners Acquires Assets of Precita Placements
ZRG Partners, a leading search firm backed by private equity firm RFE Investment Partners, recently agreed to purchase certain assets of Precita Placements, and as part of the transaction has added Lauren Argenti Rawlings as managing director in its technology practice. “We were drawn to Lauren and the Precita team because of their success in placing
WittKieffer and NAHSE Partner to Foster Black Healthcare Leadership
Executive search firm WittKieffer has entered into a strategic partnership with the National Association of Health Services Executives (NAHSE) to further advance and develop black healthcare leadership. The organizations have a longstanding relationship, with Oak Brook, IL-based WittKieffer sponsoring and supporting NAHSE events and activities throughout the years. The current agreement is an opportunity to
Felix Global Names Vice President
Leadership development, recruiting and outplacement firm Felix Global has expanded with the addition of Natalie Forward as vice president in the firm’s Milwaukee, WI, office. “We’re thrilled to have Natalie join our business development team,” said Jim Graham, chief executive officer of Felix Global. “She brings a tremendous breadth of knowledge and experience that will enhance our
How to Remove Unconscious Bias from the Recruiting Process
Diverse and inclusive workforces benefit all organizations at every level. By leveraging fresh and different perspectives, an organization can create a more intentional and inclusive environment for its employees and a better experience for its customers, according to a new report from Julian Rives, managing partner of Chapel Hill Solutions, a healthcare-focused executive search firm. Diversity
Artico Search Recruits Chief Marketing Officer for commercetools
Mercedes Chatfield-Taylor, a co-founder of Artico Search, has placed Jen Jones as chief marketing officer of commercetools, a platform for next-generation B2C and B2B commerce. In her new position, Ms. Jones oversees commercetools’ global brand, marketing, and corporate communications efforts, including brand strategy and design, customer marketing, demand generation, product marketing, marketing analytics and operations. Prior to joining
