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How Boards and CEOs Can Close the First-Year Learning Gap
Placing a chief executive is not the finish line for an executive search firm — it is the beginning of a new phase of accountability. The most effective firms understand that long-term success depends not only on selecting the right leader, but also on ensuring that individual transitions into the role with clarity, alignment, and
Klein Hersh Recruits Chief Medical Officer for Zag Bio
Horsham, PA-based Klein Hersh, a search firm focused on the life sciences and healthcare industries, has recruited Jan Hillson as chief medical officer of Zag Bio, Inc., a biotechnology company pioneering thymus-targeted medicines in Cambridge, MA. “Jan joins Zag at a pivotal moment as we transition from research into clinical development,” said Jason Cole, CEO of
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.
Leadership Advisory Enters a New Capital Cycle
Private capital is making one of its strongest moves yet into the leadership advisory sector. Recent investments by KKR in ghSMART and Advent International in Heidrick & Struggles represent more than headline transactions. Together, they signal a growing conviction among investors that leadership advisory firms occupy a unique position within the modern enterprise, helping organizations navigate leadership succession, organizational effectiveness, talent assessment, and
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?
Crist|Kolder Places CFO at Mondelēz International
Crist|Kolder Associates has placed Amit Banati as executive vice president and chief financial officer of NASDAQ-traded Mondelēz International in Chicago. He will report directly to Dirk Van de Put, chair and CEO, and will be a member of the Mondelēz International leadership team. “Amit is a highly experienced CFO who brings a strong blend of financial leadership
Why Searches Lose Discipline Late and How to Prevent It
Even well-run executive searches can lose focus as the process unfolds and pressure to reach a decision begins to mount. Without consistent alignment around the original mandate, organizations risk making compromises that can undermine long-term leadership success. Most executive searches start with real clarity, a recent report from Nashville, TN-based executive search firm Morgan Samuels Company’s
NPAG Assists Proteus Fund with CEO Search
Executive search firm NPAG has assisted in the recruitment of Amardeep Singh the new president and CEO of Proteus Fund and Proteus Action League. He will officially assume the role in September. The Proteus Fund board of directors selected Mr. Singh following a rigorous national search supported by NPAG. The search was led by Ellen LaPointe, Ebony Breaux-Liang, and Andres Marcuse-Gonzalez. “On
Bullhorn Names Chief Innovation and Labs Officer and Chief Corporate Development Officer
Recruiting software provider Bullhorn recently appointed Jason Heilman as chief innovation and labs officer and Ryan Murphy as chief corporate development officer. As members of the executive leadership team, they will help drive the company’s next wave of growth and innovation. Mr. Heilman joined Bullhorn in 2020 when the company acquired Herefish, the automation platform he led
5 Ways to Evaluate a Job Offer in 2026
In today’s hiring market, the strongest job offer isn’t always the one with the biggest paycheck. Candidates who treat their next move as a base-salary math problem usually leave real money behind, according to a recent report from Lyneer Search Group, an executive talent acquisition firm specializing in finance and executive roles. The smarter approach, and the
McDermott + Bull Recruits Chief Technology Officer for JenaValve Technology
Irvine, CA-based McDermott + Bull has placed Edward Sarnowski as chief technology officer of JenaValve Technology, Inc. in Irvine, CA. The search was completed by partner Ken Dropiewski, and executive recruiter Michael Matranga. “Ed’s appointment marks an important step in the evolution of JenaValve as a company,” said John Kilcoyne, CEO of JenaValve. “With FDA approval now behind us and
JDG Associates Retained by the Institute for Defense Analyses for General Counsel Search
Rockville, MD-based executive search firm JDG Associates has been retained by the Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) to lead its search for a general counsel based in Alexandria, VA. Reporting directly to the president and CEO, the general counsel serves as IDA’s chief legal officer and secretary of the Corporation, with responsibility spanning legal counsel and
Korn Ferry to Acquire AMS in $1.1 Billion Talent Solutions Deal
Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) has entered into a definitive agreement with OMERS Private Equity to acquire U.K.-headquartered AMS. The transaction will combine Korn Ferry’s expertise across search, talent & organizational solutions, and workforce solutions with AMS’s expertise in recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), early careers and campus recruiting, contingent workforce solutions, consulting, and skills creation. The combination will
CarterBaldwin Assists Ideal Tridon Group with Chief Information Officer Search
CarterBaldwin Executive Search has helped to recruit Shane Dacus as chief information officer of Ideal Tridon Group, a portfolio company of Nautic Partners and global provider of engineered clamps, brackets, fittings, and metal framing systems. Mr. Dacus brings more than 25 years of technology leadership across industrial, manufacturing, and PE-backed platforms, with a consistent record of elevating IT
Lindauer Recruits CEO for Penn State Alumni Association
Lindauer has placed Reggie Bustinza as associate vice president for alumni relations and chief executive officer of the Penn State Alumni Association. He was selected after a nationwide search to succeed Paul Clifford, who departed Penn State in January 2025. The search was led by Lindauer executive vice president Faith Montgomery and senior consultant Raegan Harvey in partnership with Penn State. “Lindauer
Why M&A Success Is Ultimately a Talent Challenge
In its latest market intelligence findings, The Role of HR in M&A: 5 Golden Rules for CHROs, Spencer Stuart argues that many transactions fail not because of flawed strategy, but because of shortcomings in leadership, culture, talent retention, and organizational execution. While financial and operational diligence often dominate deal planning, the firm’s research suggests that people-related
Greenwood Asher & Associates Leading Chief Marketing Officer Search for the College of Charleston
Miramar Beach, FL-based executive recruitment firm Greenwood Asher & Associates (GA&A) is currently seeking a chief marketing officer and vice president for marketing and communications for the College of Charleston. Kyle Pybus-Jerome and Jeremy Duff are leading the assignment. The College of Charleston seeks a strategic and innovative marketing executive to lead an integrated marketing and communications enterprise that
EMA Partners India Acquires Recruitment Process Outsourcing Services Provider Taggd
Executive search and leadership recruitment platform EMA Partners India has acquired recruitment process outsourcing services provider Taggd in an all-cash deal valued at Rs 113 crore. The all-cash acquisition aims to create an integrated talent recruitment platform offering executive search, professional search and AI-powered recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) solutions at scale. Taggd will continue to
NGS Global Expands in London
Wilmington, DE-headquartered executive search firm NGS Global has expanded with the additions of Daniel Yeates and George Balfour as managing directors in London. “Daniel and George are accomplished executive search professionals with deep expertise in the technology and digital sectors,” said David Nosal, chairman and managing partner. “They each bring outstanding client and candidate relationships built over decades
Leadership Challenges Intensify as Organizations Confront AI, Talent, and Economic Uncertainty
Organizations are operating in an increasingly complex environment where economic uncertainty, workforce challenges, AI adoption, and digital transformation are converging to reshape leadership priorities. Kestria’s second annual global leadership survey builds on the themes that emerged in last year’s research; highlighting how rapidly the leadership landscape continues to evolve. Based on responses from more than
Riviera Partners Acquires Lateral Labs
San Francisco-based Riviera Partners, a recruitment provider specializing in C-level engineering, product, and design leader placements, has acquired Lateral Labs, a specialized recruiting firm serving top AI startups. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. “The acquisition comes as companies remain challenged to meet the demand of organizational AI readiness,” the firm said. “Adding Lateral Labs positions Riviera Partners
Marovi Assists Congruex with CFO Search
Working in partnership with Atlanta-GA-based Marovi, Congruex, a provider of digital infrastructure engineering and construction services, appointed Jim Stanley as CFO. He reports to Congruex’s co-founder, president, and CEO, Kevin O’Hara. The appointment comes amid strong and sustained growth at Congruex as it plans to continue to capitalize on macro tailwinds, including AI and data center
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
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.
How Courage Shapes the Leaders of Tomorrow
What defines a great leader? Qualities like experience, intelligence, charisma, and authenticity often top the list—and with good reason, as each plays a meaningful role. But in a climate of constant change, executive search consultants say that one trait stands out: courage. It enables tough decisions, supports calculated risks, and drives the willingness to challenge legacy
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
Top 5 Secrets for Recruiting AI Talent
Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to change the way we live; it is quickly redefining how employees do their jobs (especially in the recruitment industry) and how consumers make decisions. In 2016, 38 percent of businesses implemented AI. That number has only grown; the use of AI nearly doubled by 2017. And, in 2019, 71 percent of surveyed companies announced plans of
AGB Search Selected by Kent State to Recruit New Provost
Executive search firms continue to reap the benefits of an active education sector, which many academic recruiters report has never been busier. Even smaller recruiting outfits have multiple assignments running concurrently, all at the senior levels. If any slowdown is coming, it most likely will be found at the talent identification stage. With so much
PFM Executive Search Lands New Leader for Provincial Health Services Authority
Canadian recruitment firm PFM Executive Search has placed the new president and chief executive officer of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) in British Columbia. Benoit Morin, a senior executive leader with more than 20 years’ experience working in health care, academia and research, replaces Carl Roy, who retired earlier this month after more than 40
Whistler Partners Adds New Hires, Opens San Francisco Office
Legal-focused search firm Whistler Partners has added Julieta Stubrin as a senior director/head of law firm relationships and head of its new office in San Francisco. The firm also hired Dan Mummery and Jonathan Drucker as senior consultants in its Palo Alto, CA and New York City headquarters, respectively. Each will focus primarily on expanding
IMD International Search Adds New Member in Romania
Global executive search consortium IMD International Search Group has strengthened its presence in Eastern Europe with the addition of Bucharest, Romania-based New Age Balance. The firm joins IMD member firms in Poland, Hungary, Czech Republic and Slovakia. A fully retained generalist executive search firm, New Age Balance operates in almost all IMD industry practices. Aside from traditional sectors,
The Decade Ahead for Non-Profits: Great Pressure, Transformation and Big Impact on Talent
It’s the turn of a new decade, and several social, technological, economic and political forces promise to shape the future of the non-profit sector. Some are already in play–or have been for some time –and are already challenging non-profit organizations. These ingredients have the potential to fundamentally transform the sector, says James Abruzzo, global non-profit
ADK Consulting & Executive Search Recruits CEO for the National Association of State Aviation Officials
Over the past year, a growing number of transportation companies have enlisted executive search firms to help find senior talent. After a nationwide search, ADK Consulting & Executive Search has placed Greg Pecoraro as the new president and CEO of the National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO). “NASAO’s board of directors is very pleased and excited
Harris Search Associates Seeks Department Chairs for University of Buffalo Pharmacy and Dental Schools
Harris Search Associates has been chosen to find new department chairs within both the schools of pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences and dental medicine at the University of Buffalo, which is part of the State University of New York system. In the former assignment, the university seeks a chair for the department of pharmacy practice. The
ZurickDavis Tapped by Community Health Centers of Burlington to Find New CEO
Healthcare is among the most rapidly growing employment fields, according to analysts at Hunt Scanlon Media, which tracks trends in the executive search and leadership solutions space. So it is that the need for recruiting firms to deliver top-drawer leaders throughout the sector has only grown. ZurickDavis, a search firm that recruits executives and physician leaders for
WilsonHCG Forms Alliance with Profile Search & Selection
Global talent solutions provider Wilson Human Capital Group (WilsonHCG) has partnered with Profile Search & Selection (Profile), a Hong Kong-based human capital solutions specialist, as it continues its expansion across Asia. Profile, which was established in 2005, is headquartered in Hong Kong and has offices in Singapore, Shanghai and Beijing. With more than 100 consultants, Profile provides
As Global Talent Shortages Double, New Ways Emerge to Attract and Keep Talent
Global talent shortages have almost doubled in the last decade according to new research from ManpowerGroup. Fifty-four percent of companies report skills shortages with businesses in 36 of 44 countries finding it more difficult to attract skilled talent last year compared to 2018. Employers in the U.S. (69 percent), Mexico (52 percent) Italy (47 percent) and Spain (41 percent) report the
CohenTaylor Recruits CEO for Minneapolis Public Housing Authority
Following a five-month search, Chris Cohen of Minneapolis-based CohenTaylor Executive Search has placed Abdi Warsame as the new CEO and executive director of the Minneapolis Public Housing Authority. He replaces Greg Russ, who left the role last year. Mr. Warsame will become the first Somali to lead a public housing agency in the nation, said Sharmarke Issa,
The Phelps Group Seeking President for Northern College
Executive search firms continue to reap the benefits of an active education sector, which many academic recruiters report has never been busier. Even smaller recruiting outfits have multiple assignments running concurrently, all at the senior levels. If any slowdown is coming, it most likely will be found at the talent identification stage. With so much
