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Long Ridge Partners Announces Promotions
New York City-based Long Ridge Partners has recently announced a series of promotions. “We’re pleased to recognize several well-earned promotions at Long Ridge Partners,” the firm said in a LinkedIn post. “Each of these individuals has cultivated strong relationships across the industry and played a meaningful role in our firm’s success. We are proud to recognize their
SpenglerFox Expands in the Czech Republic
Global executive search provider SpenglerFox has expanded with the addition of Jana Studničková as client partner in the Czech Republic. “We are delighted to welcome Jana into our team: a senior, multi industry expert bringing diversity of experience and contacts and invaluable insight into what business challenges face today – especially privately owned ones stretching technology, cybersecurity,
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.
Anthem Executive Assists the University of Montevallo With President Search
Anthem Executive has assisted in the recruitment of Michelle R. Johnston as the first female president of the University of Montevallo (UM). Michael Ballew, Scott Watson, Mike “JR” Wheless, and Florene Stawowy led the assignment. Dr. Johnston has served as the president of Georgia Southwestern State University since 2024. Prior to her current presidency, she served as president of three other higher education
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?
Mercuri Urval Appoints Non-Executive Director
Stockholm, Sweden-based executive search firm Mercuri Urval (MU) has announced that Jan Sasse, partner at AlterInvest, was named as non-executive director to the MU group board. He will join the current board members Cecilia Strand, Mieke Weijenberg, Cecilia Beer, Richard Moore, and chairman Roger Hagafors. “We are pleased to welcome Jan Sasse as non-executive director of the MU
M&A Becomes a Capability-Driven Acquisition Strategy
EY-Parthenon is forecasting an eight percent increase in U.S. deal volume for transactions exceeding $100 million in 2026, underscoring how central M&A remains to corporate strategy. Yet beneath the headline numbers sits a more important story. The role of acquisitions is evolving. Companies are no longer pursuing deals primarily for scale or market share. Increasingly,
The Hidden Challenges Every First-Time CEO Faces
The corner office has never been more accessible—or more demanding. As boards increasingly turn to a new generation of leaders to navigate disruption, growth, and transformation, first-time CEOs are stepping into roles that require a fundamentally different set of skills than those that propelled them to the top. While many arrive with impressive track records,
Myers McRae Assists Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology with Provost Search
Following a nationwide search, Macon, GA-based Myers McRae Executive Search and Consulting has assisted in the recruitment of Richie Roberts as provost of Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology. Kenny Daugherty and Brianna Douglas led the assignment. Dr. Roberts’ selection was guided by a search committee of OSUIT administrators, faculty, staff and students, which was assisted by national search firm Myers McRae. “The entire
Lancer Group Recruits Chief Technology Officer for Minitab
La Jolla, CA-headquartered search firm Lancer Group has recruited Kevin Gordon as chief technology officer of Minitab. “We’re excited to welcome Kevin Gordon as chief technology officer at Minitab,” the company said. “This is an exciting step forward in the evolution of our technology strategy and will help accelerate innovation across our organization and solutions platform.” “Kevin brings
Friisberg & Partners International Names Managing Partner of its Copenhagen Office
Fribourg, Switzerland-headquartered Friisberg & Partners International has expanded with the addition of Birgitte Olrik as managing partner of its Copenhagen office, strengthening the firm’s presence in the Nordic region and supporting the continued execution of our international growth strategy. “The future of executive search belongs to firms that combine exceptional local expertise with international reach,” said Zoltán Pethő,
Attracting the Right CHRO Starts with the Right Job Description
Hiring a head of HR is one of the most consequential leadership decisions an organization can make, yet many companies struggle to define the role in a way that reflects their actual needs. The most effective job descriptions go beyond qualifications and responsibilities, offering candidates a clear picture of the challenges, priorities, and business objectives
Coulter Partners Recruits Chief Medical Officer for Neumirna Therapeutics
Life sciences recruiting specialist Coulter Partners has placed Ferenc Tracik as chief medical officer of Neumirna Therapeutics. “Neumirna has reached an inflection point: the question is no longer whether the science works, but how quickly we can translate it into an option for patients with urgent unmet need. Ferenc has the experience to get us there,” said Ellen
McCormack + Kristel Seeking CEO for Central New York ON RAMP
McCormack + Kristel is currently seeking a CEO for Central New York ON RAMP. New York State Empire State Development (ESD) recently engaged CenterState Corporation for Economic Opportunity (CenterState CEO), an business leadership and economic development organization, to lead, incubate, and launch the Central New York One Network for Regional Advanced Manufacturing Projects (ON RAMP). The
Bespoke Partners Appoints Leader of People and HR Practice
San Diego, CA-headquartered Bespoke Partners recently named Dani Pfeiffer as a partner leading the people and human resources leader recruiting practice serving both software and industrials sector companies. She will lead dedicated recruiting teams on searches for talent executives for private equity portfolio companies for the software and SaaS clients served by Bespoke Partners and industrial clients served by Industra Talent Partners,
Wilson Forms New Alliance with Poetry to Advance AI capabilities
Global talent solutions provider Wilson has formed a new partnership with Poetry to strengthen its AI-enabled recruitment capabilities. The collaboration supports Wilson’s continued focus on embedding technology into its RPO delivery model through Wilson Workspace, its technology ecosystem. “We’re excited to announce our new partnership with Poetry,” said Charles Faigle, chief delivery officer at Wilson. This
What Executive Candidates Want From Employers Today
The executive talent market today has fundamentally shifted and senior leaders are evaluating employers through a far more demanding lens. They no longer weigh opportunities primarily on compensation or title; they assess the total leadership experience: governance, culture, organizational stability, purpose, autonomy, flexibility and long-term growth, according to a report from Kestria. “To attract and retain
WittKieffer Retained by Roosevelt University for President Search
Oak Brook, IL-based WittKieffer has been retained by Roosevelt University in Chicago to lead in its search for its seventh president. Ali Malekzadeh is retiring after being with the school since 2015. Senior partner Christine Pendleton, consultant Sandra Chu, senior associate Maya Holt-Brockenbrough, and senior advisor Ray Crossman. Roosevelt University seeks a student-centered president who is committed
Buffkin / Baker Acquires HR-Focused Benson Executive Search
Partner-led executive search firm Buffkin / Baker has acquired Boston, MA-based Benson Executive Search, a boutique firm focused on the human resources sector. Financial terms of deal were not disclosed. The acquisition strengthens Buffkin / Baker’s HR functional capabilities and gives the firm a stronger presence in the Northeast. “We’re thrilled to welcome Benson Executive Search to
SPMB Recruits Fills Senior Finance Position for Uber
Steven Popper of SPMB Executive Search has placed Wendy Drummond Craig as senior director, technical accounting, reporting, and M&A at Uber. In her new role, she will oversee teams responsible for technical accounting matters, SEC reporting, and accounting for mergers and acquisitions. “Wendy brings an extraordinary combination of technical accounting expertise, SEC reporting experience, and strategic advisory leadership
True Launches AI Capability Index for Executive Assessment
Global executive talent platform True has launched the True AI Capability Index, a proprietary framework that predicts executive performance in the AI-transformation age. “We are entering a phase where relationship depth and judgment matter more than ever,” said Brad Stadler, co-founder and CEO of True Platform. “The cost of finding names is decreasing. True’s advantage lies in our ability
AI-Native Talent Won’t Fix AI-Foreign Organizations
As artificial intelligence moves from experimentation to enterprise-wide adoption, organizations are grappling with a fundamental question: what does it actually mean to become AI-native? While the term has quickly entered the business lexicon, many leaders are still struggling to define the capabilities, operating models, and cultural shifts required to make that vision a reality. “Some
ZRG Partners Acquires Fortium
ZRG Partners has acquired Fortium, a Dallas-based search firm that provides fractional, interim, and project-based CIO, CTO, and CISO leadership. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. “Companies are making more nuanced decisions about leadership than they did even a few years ago, particularly in technology,” said Mark Viner, leader of interim solutions & project
Lochlin Partners Recruits SVP of HR for the National Association of Corporate Directors
Lochlin Partners has placed Marian Stevens as senior vice president, human resources of the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) in Washington, D.C. “Marian’s deep experience in talent development, organizational effectiveness, and culture will help NACD to continue building the internal capabilities needed to support our growth and deliver on our mission,” said Peter Gleason, president and CEO of
JDG Associates Tapped by Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute to Find New Leader
Rockville, MD-based executive search firm JDG Associates has been retained by the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) to lead its search for a new president and CEO. The Chicago-based institute, the leading technical institute and trade association for the precast, prestressed concrete industry in North America, seeks a visionary and collaborative executive to succeed its long-serving chief executive,
IIC Partners Adds New Member Firm in New Zealand
IIC Partners Executive Search Worldwide has added Auckland, New Zealand-based Infinitas as its newest member firm expanding its capabilities across the Asia-Pacific region. “I am thrilled to welcome Infinitas to IIC Partners,” said Christine Hayward, executive director of IIC Partners. Their people-first philosophy, tech-enabled search processes, and talent advisory capabilities deeply align with our mission to transform
Hiring for the Culture You Don’t Yet Have
For much of the past decade, organizations have invested heavily in strategy, technology and operational efficiency to navigate an increasingly complex business environment. Yet despite these investments, many transformation initiatives continue to fall short of expectations. The differentiator is rarely the strategy itself. More often, success depends on whether leadership teams have the right people
BoardWalk Consulting Leading CEO Search for Downtown Atlanta Inc.
BoardWalk Consulting has been tapped by Downtown Atlanta Inc. (DAI) to lead in its search for a CEO. The search is being led by Sam Pettway, Crystal Stephens, and Patti Kish. The organization is seeking a leader who can help define what the next generation of Downtown Atlanta will become. This is a leadership opportunity of unusual scale and
Peña Search Assists To Be Like Me with the Recruitment of Executive Director
Peña Search recently assisted in the recruitment of Lauren Rowe as the new executive for To Be Like Me (TBLM) in Dallas, TX. Travis Hillier, Carlos González Peña, and Thaise Pereira led the assignment. She replaces To Be Like Me founder Hollis Owens, who has served as executive director since 2018 and initiated the search for her replacement last
BroadView Talent Partners Tapped by Baltimore Community Lending for President/CEO Search
BroadView Talent Partners was recently retained by Baltimore Community Lending, Inc. (BCL) to lead in its search for a new president and CEO. Tracy McMillan, Robyn Quinn, and Donna Young are leading the assignment. The CEO is the strategic, operational, and external leader of Baltimore Community Lending, responsible for driving the organization’s next era of growth and
The Strategic Imperative for Unified Platforms in Executive Search
Executive search is at an inflection point. Firms are drowning in disconnected tools, fragmented data, and outdated workflows that make it harder—not easier—to identify transformational leaders. Many executive search consultants tell Hunt Scanlon Media that what the industry needs is a unified platform powered by point-in-time intelligence, one that surfaces executives when they were most
Herbert Mines Associates Partners with Resilience Capital on CR Brands CEO Search
New York-based retail and consumer focused executive search firm Herbert Mines Associates recently partnered with Cleveland-based private equity group Resilience Capital Partners in the recruitment of Tim Seitter as president and CEO of its portfolio company CR Brands. Managing director Christine Augustine led the assignment. “Tim combines an established track record in growing brands with an intimate
ZRG Recruits CEO for Topgolf Entertainment Group
ZRG recently helped to place Artie Starrs, the global chief executive officer of Pizza Hut, as the new CEO of Topgolf Entertainment Group. Mr. Starrs assumes the role on April 5. Search consultants Brian Meany and Jamie Crittenberger led the assignment. “We are thrilled to have Artie join Topgolf as he leads the company, together with the team, on
Jobplex Names Diversity & Inclusion Practice Group Leader
Jobplex, the Chicago-based partner company of DHR International, has expanded with of Soladé Rowe as managing partner and leader of the diversity and inclusion practice group. Based out of Washington, D.C., Mr. Rowe also will serve as a strategic advisor supporting firm-wide diversity initiatives for DHR. “His wealth of experience recruiting diverse leaders across a broad range of
Stanton Chase Names New Global Practice Leaders
Baltimore, MD-headquartered Stanton Chase has named five new appointments to positions of global practice leaders, a move that will help the organization meet the many new challenges it expects ahead this year. Fiona Lavan, the vice chair of practice groups for Stanton Chase who will be newly leading the government, education, and non-profit practice group, made the
Crisis Put CEO Successions on Hold in 2020; Expect a Rebound in 2021
Boards of directors tend to pause leadership successions during turbulent times, and 2020 was no exception. Globally, CEO transitions fell 42 percent between the first and second halves of the year as the economic strain of the COVID-19 pandemic intensified, according to research from by Spencer Stuart. But there’s good news: CEO transitions are likely
Roles of Board Chairs Continue to Evolve in Pandemic Era
Board priorities are rapidly increasing in today’s challenging environment. According to a recent report from RSR Partners, the granularity of the work for chairs has dramatically increased over the years and is now much more intense. The report, which gathered insights from more than 25 recent interviews with board chairs, says that many of these high-profile
Chasm Launches New Solution to Help VC and PE Investors Evaluate Leadership
Rowayton, Conn-based executive search firm Chasm Partners has introduced ChasmDILIGENCE, a new service designed to provide insights to help private equity and venture capital investors perform human capital diligence at deal stage. The offering builds on Chasm’s expertise in evaluating executive talent for high-growth healthcare organizations. “Since 2015, Chasm has helped our clients in venture capital
Diversified Search Group Assists Associated Banc-Corp Recruit New CEO
Financial services organizations, generally, are facing a new competitive landscape, regulatory challenges, and a constant struggle to manage cost and efficiency. This requires strategic leaders with a multidimensional skillset. Like all financial institutions, banks continue to turn to executive recruitment firms to find new leaders. Diversified Search Group recently assisted in the placement of Andrew J. Harmening
City of Austin Taps Ralph Andersen and Associates to Recruit Police Chief
The public sector is in the midst of major transformation. It faces an array of challenges that range from shifting public expectations to budgetary pressures and a growing demand for operational efficiency. To successfully navigate these issues, government organizations need leaders who are focused, tenacious, and adaptable, report recruiters, with the capacity to deal with
Crisis Management: CFOs Confront New Layers of Risk in Pandemic Era
Perhaps the most important lesson that business leaders have learned from the pandemic is the importance of continuity planning in the C-suite, and beyond. In the crosshairs: Chief financial officers who are suddenly dealing with a vast array of new challenges, from cash flow, declining revenues, and employee health, to advising the CEO and board
Bridge Partners Recruits First Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer for the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
New York City-based Bridge Partners has assisted in the placement of Harold Brown as the first chief diversity and inclusion officer at the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra (CSO). The search firm’s founders, Tory Clarke and Larry Griffin, led the assignment. “As we accelerate the work we began several years ago, it has been increasingly important to ensure we
College of Charleston Picks Collegiate Sports Associates to Recruit Head Basketball Coach
Raleigh, NC-based Collegiate Sports Associates (CSA) has been selected to help College of Charleston in South Carolina to find a new head basketball coach. Earlier this month, the school’s former coach, Earl Grant, accepted the coaching position at Boston College (BC). The search will be national in scope. Matt Roberts, director of athletics for College of
Hanold Associates Launches HR Advisory Practice
Chicago-based Hanold Associates HR & Diversity Executive Search has launched a new HR advisory practice. Neela Seenandan, co-CEO and managing partner, is leading the practice. “The past year has many organizations experiencing the challenges of not having the right level of HR leadership. Whilst transforming or pivoting their organizations or HR functions they need strong HR leaders to
Sheffield Haworth Appoints Special Advisor to Insurance Practice
Global leadership advisory and executive search firm Sheffield Haworth has appointed Sabine VanderLinden as special advisor to its insurance practice. Ms. VanderLinden is a co-founder, CEO and managing partner of Alchemy Crew, a venture validation firm. “I am delighted that Sabine has joined Sheffield Haworth as a special advisor to the insurance practice,” said Ben Johnson, managing director and head
How Healthcare Organizations Can Attract Top Talent
According to executive recruiters who ply their trade in the healthcare sector, executive leadership talent across the space is in higher demand than ever. The pandemic likely accelerated the trend, but as we head toward a post-COVID-19 era demand is likely to only increase more. Across the industry, many professionals who would otherwise be prospective
DHR International Selected by DePaul University to Find Head Basketball Coach
DePaul University has selected Chicago-based DHR International for a national search for the school’s next men’s basketball head coach. DHR’s managing partner and global sports practice leader Glenn Sugiyama will partner with director of athletics DeWayne Peevy on the search. “We have reached an agreement with DHR International to assist us in our process of finding the
R. William Funk & Associates Assists Texas A&M in Selecting Sole Finalist for President Post
R. William Funk & Associates, which specializes in recruitment for roles in higher education, has assisted the Texas A&M University System board of regents in the selection of Katherine Banks as the sole finalist for the position of president of Texas A&M University. Dr. Banks is currently vice chancellor of engineering and national laboratories and
LHH Knightsbridge Names Healthcare Practice Leader
Toronto-based LHH Knightsbridge has announced that Jack Penaligon has been named partner and practice lead for the firm’s growing healthcare practice. An LHH veteran of 15 years, Mr. Penaligon focuses on executive-level searches in healthcare and the broader public sectors. “Healthcare is a rapidly changing and expanding industry that requires specialized knowledge to service its crucial
Westbourne Partners Rebrands to The Tayler Group
Westbourne Partners US LP, an executive search and talent advisory firm focusing on the private equity and venture capital, technology, consulting industries, has rebranded as The Tayler Group. The U.S. business started in 2017 under the Westbourne Partners UK brand, but since then its operations have evolved and taken on its own identity. “As our business enters its next
Job Seekers, and Recruiters, Adjusting to a More Flexible Future Workforce
Job seekers are becoming more open to opportunities outside their current roles, pointing to a future workforce that is more skilled and more apt to transition into new industries, according to new survey examining the impact of the pandemic on recruiting and job seekers by CareerBuilder. A third of respondents said that too much competition
Jobless Claims Remain High as Restrictions Continue to Lift
The Labor Department reported this morning that 770,000 more Americans filed new claims for state unemployment benefits. Economists surveyed by Bloomberg expected 700,000 filings. The reading lands below the previous week’s revised total of 725,000. Before the virus flattened the U.S. economy a year ago, applications for unemployment aid had never topped 700,000 in any
Caliber Associates Recruits General Counsel for INOVIO Pharmaceuticals
Legal recruiting generally has been booming this year. According to Hunt Scanlon Media, lawyers employed by government agencies in particular have been on the move as a result of changes in government administrations. Employment of lawyers is projected to grow 10 percent through 2022. Demand for legal work is expected to be robust as individuals, businesses, and all levels of
CarterBaldwin Selected by World Relief to Find New Leader
CarterBaldwin Executive Search has been chosen to help find the next president and chief executive officer for World Relief, a Christian humanitarian non-profit based in Baltimore. Partner Bill Peterson and consultant Scott Tanksley are spearheading the assignment. “The president & CEO will come to lead an organization with a rich history and a bright future,”
The Taplow Group Adds New Member Firm in China
Even in the face of a global pandemic, executive search consultants are seeing an increase in hiring mandates from around the world. 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. Global recruiting consortium The Taplow
WB&B Executive Search Assists Getty Images in Recruiting New CFO
WB&B Executive Search recently assisted Getty Images in the recruitment of former MediaMath executive Milena Alberti-Perez as its new chief financial officer. WB&B’s relationship managers involved in the search included Kenneth Roldan, Toyann King and Jeff Greene. “Thank you, WB&B team,” said Ms. Alberti-Perez, who is based in New York. “It was an absolute pleasure working with you and I appreciate your
How Anthem Executive Powered Throughout COVID-19 and into 2021
When the COVID-19 crisis began more than a year ago, one search firm, Anthem Executive, encouraged its clients to take advantage of a rare moment when most ongoing and new recruitments efforts were being paused or shut down completely due to growing concerns over the pandemic. The recruitment provider said it saw this window of
JM Search Names HR and Diversity Practice Leader
JM Search, a senior-level talent provider serving private equity investors, portfolio companies and Fortune 1000s, has appointed Louis Montgomery as partner to lead its human resource and diversity officer practice. He is joined by current members Phil Menzel, Troy Vincent, Chris Grimmig and Anne Sidio. “The need for top HR and diversity leaders has never been
McCormack+Kristel Seeks Executive Director for Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice
LGBTQ-focused executive search firm McCormack+Kristel has been enlisted to find a new executive director for the Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice (Astraea) in New York City. Astraea works exclusively to advance LGBTQI human rights around the globe. The charitable foundation supports grantee partners in the U.S and internationally who challenge oppression and seed change. Interim executive director
Jobandtalent Secures $120 Million in Funding, Eyes U.S. for Expansion
Investors are pouring money into recruiting solutions businesses. Spain-based Jobandtalent, a digital temp staffing agency start-up which operates a dual-sided platform that matches temps with employers needing casual labor, recently secured €100 million (~$120 million) in Series D funding from SoftBank’s Vision Fund 2. Previous investors in the start-up include Atomico, Seek, DN Capital, InfraVia, Quadrille,
Helping Recruitment Firms Find the Right Talent to Navigate the Future
Over the last two decades of working in executive search, Brian Moorhouse has encountered practically every type of challenge that companies face in finding leaders who can help navigate the future. During his 10 years in retained search and 12 years in corporate executive recruiting, he has been in on the ground floor of discussions
Kevin Chase Executive Search Group Seeks Leader for Time Out Youth
Los Angeles-based Kevin Chase Executive Search Group has been enlisted to find the next executive director for Time Out Youth (TOY) in Charlotte, NC. The non-profit offers support, advocacy and opportunities for personal development and social interaction to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning (LGBTQ) youth. The group’s former leader, Rodney Tucker, resigned last summer after
