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Artico Search Recruits Chief Sales Officer for Versapay
Artico Search has assisted in the recruitment of Emily Roccheggiani as chief sales officer of Versapay in San Francisco. Mercedes Chatfield-Taylor, CEO and co-founder of Artico Search, led the assignment. “Emily has spent her career inside some of the most important growth stories in modern fintech,” said Carey Kolaja, CEO of Versapay. “She knows what it takes to
Cornerstone International Group Fills Senior Position for Dawn Foods
Cornerstone International Group has recently placed Kristi Kangas as senior vice president of North America manufacturing operations for Dawn Foods, a global leader in bakery manufacturing and distribution. Samuel Dergel led the search. “Kristi is a proven manufacturing leader with a track record of driving operational excellence in complex, multi-site environments,” said John Schmitz, chief operating officer,
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.
Brettschneider Executive Search Seeking Inaugural SVP of Advancement for Wilmington University
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been retained by Wilmington University (WilmU) to lead in its search for an inaugural senior vice president of advancement to lead the University’s next phase of philanthropic growth. Reporting to WilmU president LaVerne Harmon, the SVP will partner closely with the president, board and University leaders to advance the University’s strategic
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?
August Leadership Expands in London
August Leadership has expanded with the addition of Honor Pollok as a partner in London. Ms. Pollok brings over 20 years of executive search and leadership experience. She has led numerous high-profile placements in chair, non-executive director, CEO and the full spectrum of C-suite roles. Her search expertise spans key commercial, financial, creative, human resource, functional,
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Spotlight New Approach to Recruiter Training
As the executive search industry faces mounting pressure to improve performance and consistency, firms are increasingly reevaluating how recruiters are trained and developed. Hunt Scanlon and its HSiQ talent intelligence advisory unit recently launched a new Recruiter Performance Training Program designed to bring greater structure, commercial rigor, and scalability to recruiter development in an industry long driven by
Building Team Alignment in an Era of Continuous Change
Ask any team to describe its top strategic priorities and you will often get as many answers as there are people in the room. The problem is not that the strategy hasn’t been communicated, according to recent report from AIIR Consulting. “The problem is that it was communicated into an environment that has since shifted
Isaacson, Miller Helps Recruit 28th President for Texas A&M
Boston-based Isaacson, Miller has assisted in the recruitment of Susan Ballabina as the 28th president of Texas A&M. Andy Lee and Julie Filizetti, led search with Raul Bernal and Luciano Zuniga, and Madeline Fitzpatrick. The members of the Board of Regents conducted a national search that produced a strong pool of candidates. Dr. Ballabina emerged through that process based on her experience, her understanding of
BarkerGilmore Recruits General Counsel for American Credit Acceptance
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has placed Debra Noll as general counsel at American Credit Acceptance. The search was led by Stephen Bell and Alison Waters. “Deb is exceptionally well-positioned to support American Credit Acceptance as it continues to grow and adapt in a complex environment,” BarkerGilmore said in a LinkedIn
Kincannon & Reed Appoints VP of Marketing and Business Development
Kincannon & Reed (K&R), which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has expanded with the addition of Dan Evans as vice president of marketing and business development. “Dan brings a strong background in building brands, driving growth, and connecting strategy to execution,” said Stephanie Liska, president of Kincannon & Reed. “Throughout his career,
Women Founders Gain Ground in Human Capital M&A
A meaningful shift has been unfolding across the executive search industry. Over the past decade, a growing number of highly specialized boutiques have been founded and led by women, many of whom built successful careers within larger firms before launching businesses of their own. What is becoming increasingly clear is that investors are paying attention.
Private Equity Recruiting – Return on Investment: Creating Value with Talent
Talent has become a defining driver of performance in private equity, shaping how firms manage risk, execute strategy, and deliver sustained returns. As deal cycles tighten and value creation depends increasingly on operational excellence, leadership quality and organizational design are no longer secondary considerations — they are central to how firms source, underwrite, and scale
AGB Search Seeking Chief Information Technology Officer for Slippery Rock University
Washington, D.C.-based recruitment firm AGB Search, which specializes in higher education leadership assignments, has been retained by Slippery Rock University to lead in its search for a chief information technology officer (CITO). Kimberly Templeton, Margaret Plympton, and Anne Hoffman are leading the assignment. This leader serves as the University’s senior technology executive, providing strategic vision, leadership, and executive
The Talent Studios Recruits Chief Marketing Officer for Pura Vida Miami
The Talent Studios has recruited Bruno Cardinali as chief marketing officer of Pura Vida Miami, the premium all-day café and lifestyle brand focused on health, wellness and community. The search was led by Katlyn Maloney and Jeremy Cohen. Mr. Cardinali brings more than two decades of marketing leadership across fast casual, foodservice, beverage, and global consumer brands. Most recently, as
JM Search Expands Technology and Financial Services Practices
JM Search, a senior-level talent provider serving private equity investors, portfolio companies, and Fortune 1000s, has expanded with the additions of Wes Chisholm as partner and Laura Bennstrom and Charles Telep as principals within its technology and financial services practices. Mr. Chisholm and Mr. Telep join the firm’s technology practice while Ms. Bennstrom joins both the financial
How The Tolan Group Navigated the Downturn and Remained Focused
For many executive search firms, 2024 and 2025 tested resilience in ways few could have predicted. At The Tolan Group (TTG), they experienced the same pressures felt across the industry. Slower decision cycles, delayed starts, and a noticeable dip in portfolio company hiring activity. Yet through that uncertainty, one thing remained constant: our commitment to
Korn Ferry Reports Seven Percent Q4 and Full-Year Revenue Growth, Led by Double-Digit Gains in Professional Search & Interim
Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) has posted Q4 fiscal-year revenues of $759.8 million, a year-over-year increase of seven percent and five percent at constant currency. This was led by Professional Search & Interim up 14 percent, followed by Executive Search and Consulting, both up seven percent and RPO up five percent. During the fourth quarter, revenues rose by
Lock Search Group Leading CEO Search for Atlas Sign & Awning
Toronto-headquartered executive recruitment firm Lock Search Group is currently seeking a new CEO for Atlas Sign & Awning. For over 30 years, Atlas Sign & Awning has helped businesses across Canada and the United States stand out through custom commercial signage, awnings, and branded architectural elements. Based in Langley, BC, they’ve built a strong reputation for quality
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
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,
The AI Imperative: What HR Leaders Must Do to Drive Transformation
AI is reshaping organizations, industries, and functions, and human resources is no exception. HR leaders find themselves at the center of the AI capability gap; they must not only ensure that the workforce adopts AI across their organization but also upskill themselves and drive the AI enablement of the HR function, according to a new
IIC Partners Names New Practice Leaders
IIC Partners Executive Search Worldwide has appointed Louise Gatenby as leader for the firm’s consumer and retail practice group and Cecile Hofer as leader of its financial services practice group. Ms. Gatenby is managing partner and co-founder of the Orcid Partnership in Liverpool, England. She previously served as deputy leader and has over 25 years of
How to Leverage Talent Assessment & Development in Uncertain Times
With the recent unemployment rate matching a 50-year low, the current economic expansion is the longest running in U.S. history. But there could be trouble ahead. “Now, new international threats, including risks posed by a global coronavirus pandemic, Brexit and climate change, could knock the economy into a recession,” according to recent report by Odgers
Turnkey Search Seeks Leader for MLS Charlotte
Turnkey Search, a subsidiary of Turnkey Sports & Entertainment, has been enlisted to help fill a key leadership role for MLS Charlotte, a Major League Soccer expansion team in North Carolina. The title of the role will be either president or chief business officer, depending on the experience of the chosen candidate. Late last year, hedge
Academic Search Recruits President for Norwich University
Education-focused executive recruiter Academic Search has recruited Col. Mark Anarumo as the new president of Norwich University in Northfield, VT. After more than 28 years of service, Richard W. Schneider is stepping down from the role in June. Andrea Warren Hamos and Maya Ranchod Kirkhope led the assignment. “The board of trustees is very excited to name
Fortra Search Adds Technology Recruitment Veteran
Palo Alto, CA-based Fortra Search has expanded with the addition of Christine Williams as partner. She is an established search expert with a history of working exclusively with tech companies. “Fortra Search is known for delivering the very best executive-level sales and business development talent to fuel growth and capitalize on market opportunity,” said Andy Grosso, founding partner
Cielo Acquires AsiaNet China
Brookfield, WI-based Cielo, a strategic recruitment process outsourcing firm, has acquired AsiaNet China, an RPO, executive search, recruitment and payroll (HRO) business based in Shanghai. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. “There’s major demand for RPO in the China market,” said Sue Marks, founder and CEO of Cielo. “This acquisition builds on our existing capability in China to better serve our
Jobs Report Solid Despite Growing Coronavirus Concerns
Employers added 273,000 jobs last month as the U.S. unemployment rate dropped to 3.5 percent matching a 50-year low, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. Economists polled by MarketWatch forecast a 165,000 increase. The February gain is the 113th consecutive month of job growth. The number of unemployed currently stands at 5.8 million. U.S. economic
Rosenzweig & Company Places New Leader for eSight Corp.
Executive search firm Rosenzweig & Company has placed the new president and CEO of eSight Corp., a leading vision enhancing platform based in Toronto. Robert Vaters joins eSight from Newport Board Group where he served as a partner in the healthcare practice focusing on medical device companies. In his new role, Mr. Vaters will lead all
Caldwell Recruits Chief Revenue Officer for Stack Overflow
Mercedes Chatfield-Taylor, managing partner of the private equity and venture capital practice at Caldwell, recently placed Tim Miller as the new chief revenue officer of Stack Overflow. Mr. Miller is a proven enterprise technology sales leader with over 20 years of experience. Beginning as an individual contributor, he has risen to the level of senior vice president
Bedford Consulting Group Adds Nuclear Power Specialist Advisor
Toronto-based executive search and talent management solutions provider Bedford Consulting Group has formed a strategic advisory relationship with nuclear power executive Ian Rowley. “We are very excited to have Ian join our team and provide his expert knowledge of the nuclear power industry,” said David McPherson, partner for Bedford’s energy and industrial technology group. “Ian will be
Norman Broadbent Opens New Office in Northern England
Norman Broadbent Group, a London-based executive recruitment and advisory firm, has opened a new office in Northern England due to increased demand from clients. The new office is located in Cheshire. The new office will provide quick access to Manchester, other commercial centers, the airport and transport networks. It will provide a base for Norman
Why Savvy Organizations See Interim Leaders as More Than Placeholders
Interim. The word alone triggers all sorts of connotations. Impermanent. Transitory. Placeholder. A period of uncertainty and disruption. But when it comes to leadership, “interim” can have a much different meaning. It can mean adjustment and adaptation. Stability and optimism. Maybe most of all, opportunity. “Top experts in talent management and leadership recruitment agree that
Storbeck/Pimentel & Associates Selected by Cal Maritime to Find Provost
Storbeck/Pimentel & Associates, a search firm focused on higher education, has been chosen by California State University Maritime Academy (Cal Maritime) to lead a national search to find a new provost and vice president of academic affairs. Managing partner Alberto Pimentel is leading the assignment along with partner Emy Peña. Given the strategic growth, program
The Wallace Foundation Taps H C Smith to Find Chief Talent and HR Officer
CHROs have become critical stakeholders in defining the strategy of a company. Their job description calls for them to tackle the HR challenges and evolving expectations of a dynamic workplace environment that will consist of constant change, calculated risk taking and evolving expectations from top stakeholders. Those well-equipped to achieve the greatest success will have
WittKieffer Launches Assessment, Onboarding and Development Services Suite
Search firms continue to break into new areas, be it through acquisition, alliances or providing new services. It’s a trend being seen at both large recruiters and small boutiques as recruiters look to provide clients with services for finding, assessing, onboarding and retaining their senior-level talent. Just recently, global executive search firm WittKieffer launched LeaderVerse, a suite
SpenglerFox Appoints Non-Executive Chairman
London-based executive search firm SpenglerFox has elected Filip Lerno as non-executive chairman. Mr. Lerno brings over 20 years of experience within the search sector. He has worked as a senior executive at both Spencer Stuart and Heidrick & Struggles, specializing in the private equity and industrial practices where he conducted numerous senior searches across EMEA. Prior to
Metropolitan Museum of Art Taps Bridge Partners for Chief Diversity Officer
The role of chief diversity officer is expanding at museums across the country. It has, in fact, become one of the most important positions for shaping the vision, culture and very face of art institutions nationwide. It is also increasingly becoming a cabinet-level job, with a broad range of responsibilities beyond that of most administrators.
Parker Executive Search Seeks Women’s Basketball Coach for Villanova University
Atlanta-based Parker Executive Search has been enlisted by Villanova University to assist in its search for a new women’s head basketball coach. Leading the assignment are Daniel Parker, vice president and managing director, and Hayden Garrett, principal. “Villanova University seeks an innovative and dynamic leader of its women’s basketball program, who will work with students, staff and alumni
Major, Lindsey & Africa Finds General Counsel for Con Edison
Legal recruiting continues to be a hot area for search firms. Lawyers employed by government agencies in particular have been on the move in recent months, according to Hunt Scanlon Media. 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
Russell Reynolds Associates Appoints U.K. Insurance Practice Leader
Executive recruitment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has continued its recent expansion with the addition of Tom Hicks to lead its U.K. insurance practice. He will also play a key role on the global financial services team. “We are delighted to welcome Tom to the team,” said James Roome, U.K. country manager for Russell Reynolds Associates. “His track record clearly
Boyden Expands in Brussels
Boyden has expanded with the additions of Fanny Gimenez and Koen Vandenberghe as managing partners in Belgium and Luxembour as well as Paul Maertens as a partner to further build the firm’s market leadership in Europe. “Fanny, Koen and Paul’s impressive expertise will enable Boyden to further grow our board and C-suite search work in a key European market,”
The Future Has Arrived, But are Businesses Ready?
For decades futurists have looked to 2020 as a landmark year. Now that we are here, the world of work and the definition of talent are rapidly evolving, according to the 2020 Talent Trends report by Randstad Sourceright. “Increasingly, talent is viewed as a dynamic, flexible resource in need of constant development, engagement and coaching through a
Howard Fischer Associates Assists Marley Spoon in U.S. CEO Search
Philadelphia-headquartered executive search firm Howard Fischer Associates has assisted meal kit subscription service Marley Spoon in the recruitment of Julie Marchant-Houle as its chief executive officer in the U.S. “I am delighted to welcome Julie as our new U.S. CEO,” said Fabian Siegel, founder and CEO of Marley Spoon. “Julie comes with a strong background in running consumer
One Degree Partners Recruits CEO for Ribbon Communications
San Francisco-headquartered executive search firm One Degree Partners has placed Bruce McClelland as president and CEO of NASDAQ-traded Ribbon Communications Inc. in Westford, MA. “The board is excited to appoint Bruce as the new president and CEO of Ribbon,” said Richard Lynch, chairman of the Ribbon board of directors. “He is a technical business leader with a proven
ZRG Partners Launches Culture Fit Algorithm Tool
ZRG Partners has unveiled a first-of-its-kind algorithm to predict culture fit for an executive hire. The feature will be released as an enhanced part of the firm’s digital hiring suite, the Zi Platform. An unsuitable culture fit is one the main reasons new hires often fail. ZRG’s new Culture Fit Score is designed to help quantify and
EMA Partners Opens New Offices in Norway
EMA Partners International, a global partnership of executive search professionals, has expanded its presence in the EMEA region with the opening of new offices in Oslo and Stavanger. The Norwegian offices are led by managing partner Knut Hauge. Mr. Hauge and his team have extensive experience in executive search, leadership assessment and HR consulting across several
College Sports Solutions and Buffkin / Baker Recruit Head Football Coach for Howard University
College Sports Solutions (CSS) and Buffkin / Baker have teamed up once again, this time to recruit Larry Scott as the new head football coach for Howard University, a chartered historically black university in Washington, D.C. Jeff Schemmel, president of CSS, led the search along with Dan Walters of Buffkin / Baker. “We are proud to welcome coach
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum Selects Lindauer to Find Chief Development Officer
Executive recruitment firm Lindauer has been selected to find a chief development officer for the renowned Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston. The assignment is being spearheaded by Libby Roberts, senior vice president, and Faith Eutsay, senior consultant. “The Gardner is seeking a chief development officer to ensure that the vision of Isabella Stewart Gardner continues to
Diversified Search Recruits CEO for TechBridge
Following an extensive nationwide search, Diversified Search has placed Nicole Armstrong as the new CEO of Atlanta-based non-profit TechBridge. The assignment was led by TechBridge board member Clint Bailey and Neysa Dillon Brown, managing director with Diversified. TechBridge is dedicated to breaking the cycle of generational poverty through the innovative use of technology as a means
Execu|Search Group Appoints New CEO
Executive recruitment firms have made a number of top leadership appointments over the past year, many focused on strategy, growth, branding efforts and operations. The latest: Execu|Search Group announced that Lawrence Dolinko, current president of the professional services temporary division, will succeed Edward Fleischman as CEO. Mr. Fleischman, who founded the firm in 1985, announced his retirement as CEO
Panorama Adds New Member Firm in Toronto
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. Panorama, a global network of independent executive search firms, has expanded in
