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TalentRise Assists ECMC Foundation with Executive Director Search
Following a national professional search process, TalentRise has assisted in the recruitment of Julie R. Berrigan as executive director of ECMC Foundation in Buffalo, NY. The foundation received strong interest from a broad range of highly experienced candidates. Ms. Berrigan emerged from that process as the consensus individual to serve as the foundation’s new executive
Coulter Partners Recruits CEO for BOOST Pharma
Life sciences recruiting specialist Coulter Partners has recruited seasoned biotech entrepreneur Hans T. Schambye as the new CEO of BOOST Pharma in Stockholm, Sweden. “Hans joined BOOST Pharma at a pivotal time for the company,” said Ingelise Saunders, chair of BOOST Pharma. “Having already made an impact as a member of our board with his deep scientific
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.
Why PE-Backed Companies Need a Talent Operating System
PE-backed companies rarely underperform because they lack urgency. They underperform because they fail to translate strategy into talent with enough precision, according to a recent report from Keith Johnstone, vice president of marketing at Talentfoot Executive Search. “In our experience leading executive searches for PE-backed businesses, the real breakdown usually happens before a search begins,
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?
Acertitude Recruits Head of Cybersecurity/CISO for Adevinta Spain
Acertitude has assisted in the recruitment of Xavi Bertomeu as head of cybersecurity and chief information security officer for Adevinta Spain, an EQT portfolio company. The search was led by partners, Eliza Baker and Tim Cook with support from Finty Hunter and Hannah Elwiss. Mr. Bertomeu brings more than a decade of experience in cybersecurity,
Anthem Executive | Anthem Academics Seeking Director of Athletics Texas A&M International University
Athletic directors are playing an increasingly vital role at colleges and universities across the country. With the expansion of athletic departments and, for the larger schools, the infusion of big dollars for sports, more schools have turned to search firms when such positions become open. Too much is at stake, they feel, to go at
Reducing Risk Through Informed Executive Search
As organizations face increasing pressure to make the right leadership decisions, executive search is becoming less about simply filling senior roles and more about reducing risk of a bad hire through better information, stronger alignment, and a deeper understanding of the leadership market. Companies are increasingly seeking search partners that can provide strategic insight before
Rokos Group Seeking CHRO for Keck Medicine of USC
Newport Beach, CA-based executive search firm Rokos Group has been retained by Keck Medicine of USC to lead in its search for a new chief human resources officer. The CHRO will serve as a strategic executive leader responsible for recommending, developing, implementing, administering, interpreting, coordinating, and evaluating human resources strategies, policies, programs, laws, and procedures pertaining to
Academic Career & Executive Search Retained by Briar Cliff University to Find New CFO
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) has been selected by Briar Cliff University to lead in its search for a vice president of finance and chief financial officer. Jennifer Muller, managing partner, is leading the assignment. Briar Cliff University seeks a strategic and entrepreneurial financial leader. Reporting directly to the president and serving as a member of the
How Adaptive Governance Is Reshaping Leadership in Private Equity
Private equity firms have transformed how they create value, placing greater emphasis on operational execution, leadership effectiveness, and strategic oversight throughout the investment lifecycle. As a result, executive search firms are increasingly being called upon not only to recruit high-impact leaders and board directors, but also to identify executives capable of operating within governance models
Why the Chief AI Officer Is Becoming a C-Suite Essential
Artificial intelligence is reshaping executive leadership, prompting organizations to rethink who should guide enterprise-wide AI strategy and oversee its responsible adoption. As companies move beyond experimentation to large-scale implementation, executive search firms are seeing growing demand for leaders who can combine technical expertise with business acumen, regulatory awareness, and the ability to drive transformation across
Yale University Taps Lindauer to Lead Vice President for Alumni Affairs and Development
Lindauer has been retained by Yale University to lead in its search for a vice president for alumni affairs and development. The search is being led by Lindauer CEO Deb Taft, executive vice president Faith Montgomery and senior consultant Andrew Machado. Yale University seeks an accomplished, visionary, and collaborative leader. Reporting directly to president Maurie McInnis and serving
What a Great Executive Onboarding Plan Actually Looks Like
Executive search firms devote significant time and expertise to identifying leaders capable of driving organizational success, yet the work of ensuring those executives thrive often begins only after the search concludes. As organizations face mounting pressure to maximize leadership investments and accelerate executive impact, onboarding is emerging as a critical extension of the search process
Slone Partners Recruits Chief Scientific Officer for Prolynx
Life sciences-focused search firm Slone Partners has recruited Amer Mirza as chief scientific officer at Prolynx, a biotechnology company developing a next-generation portfolio of ultra-long-acting medicines for obesity and related metabolic conditions. “Dr. Amer Mirza is an accomplished scientific leader whose deep expertise in drug discovery and development and passion for innovation make him exceptionally well suited to serve as
Wilson Appoints New CEO
Global talent solutions provider Wilson has announced a planned leadership transition as founder and CEO John Wilson moves into a role on the board after nearly 24 years leading the company. Jean-Francois Vezina has been appointed CEO and will lead the next phase of Wilson’s growth and innovation. “It was important to me that the company be
ATS vs. CRM: Why Both Matter in Executive Search
An ATS is designed to move candidates through a single search, not to maintain relationships over the years between searches. In executive search, however, those long-term relationships are where most of the revenue is actually generated. A new report from Recruiterflow breaks down the difference between an ATS and an executive search CRM, why relationship-driven
Potrero Group Leads Search for the Leader of Bay Area’s Largest Trail Network
San Francisco-based leadership consulting and search firm Potrero Group has assisted in the recruitment of Kirsten Saenz Tobey as the executive director of the Bay Area Ridge Trail Council. This follows a national search. “Kirsten brings exactly the combination of strategic vision, entrepreneurial leadership, and genuine passion for conservation that this moment calls for,” said Taylor
Caldwell Appoints COO; Announces New Regional Managing Partner Structure
Toronto-based Caldwell has named John Blank as chief operating officer. The firm has also established a new regional managing partner structure designed to support the firm’s continued growth, strengthen operational effectiveness, and enhance coordination across its global platform. In his new role, Mr. Blank will oversee Caldwell’s business and people operations, including regional leadership, talent and people
The Evolution of the CHRO: From Personnel to Enterprise Leadership
The responsibilities of today’s chief human resources officer extend far beyond talent management, reflecting a broader shift in how organizations view leadership and business performance. As workforce transformation, artificial intelligence, and organizational change reshape corporate priorities, the CHRO has become an increasingly influential voice in helping CEOs and boards navigate strategic decisions. Not long ago,
GHP Search Assists Christel House with the Recruitment of New Board Members
GHP Search, formerly known as Greenwich Harbor Partners, has helped Christel House Intl. to recruit John Gomes, partner, global telecom and technology at Bain & Co, and former partner, software at Kearney, Mani Iyer, chief AI and technology officer at Vanguard and former SVP – global head of infrastructure, data and technology at Paypal. Mr. Gomes is a globally recognized transformation and strategy leader in
TOC Arts Partners Assists Union Arts Center with the Recruitment of First Artistic Director
Following an extensive national search, New York City-based TOC Arts Partners has assisted Union Arts Center in Seattle, WA, with the recruitment of Yuvika Tolani as the first permanent artistic director. The search was led by vice president of executive search, Cynthia Fuhrman. “As a former resident of Seattle myself, I have enjoyed many performances
Why PE Organizations Need to Apply Their Own Playbook to Themselves
Private equity firms have long applied rigorous operating frameworks to the companies they acquire, but many have yet to bring that same discipline to their own organizations. As market conditions demand stronger operational execution and more consistent value creation, leading firms are rethinking how they structure teams, define leadership roles, and integrate operating expertise across
ZRG Aspen Leadership Group Seeking Chief of Development for the American LGBTQ+ Museum
ZRG Aspen Leadership Group was recently retained by the American LGBTQ+ Museum to lead in its search for chief of development. Jeanette Rivera-Watts is leading the assignment. Reporting to the executive director, the chief of development will provide the leadership, direction, and coordination of fundraising strategies and activities to advance the mission of the American
Lochlin Partners Recruits CFO for the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association
Lochlin Partners has recruited Janelle Padgett as VP and CFO of the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association in Glen Allen, VA. Ms. Padgett has more than 25 years of progressive executive leadership experience across complex healthcare systems, including multiple CFO, controller, and senior finance leadership roles within both for-profit and non-profit healthcare organizations. Most recently,
Why PE Firms Need Operational CFOs as Executive Growth Planners
Consider a private equity deal team forced to hold a portfolio company well beyond its planned exit timeline—not because the business underperformed, but because the IPO market stalled and potential buyers disappeared. Today, that scenario is more common than exceptional, a recent report from Odgers explained. “In an era where capital is abundant but exits
Executive Hiring Without Borders: Navigating the Opportunities and Risks
Remote work has transformed how we do business. When it comes to hiring, there are no borders. Companies can choose leaders from around the globe to guide their organizations. While beneficial, this can also present issues, according to a new report from Stahl Recruiting Executive Search, an executive search firm specializing in the railway industry. “When
Academic Search Recruits 10th President for the University of Saint Mary
Following a nationwide search, education-focused executive recruiter Academic Search has assisted in the recruitment of Ann Marie Fallon as the 10th president of the University of Saint Mary (USM) in Leavenworth, KS. Senior consultants Suzanne Mellon and Disa Mason led the assignment. She will succeed Sister Diane Steele, who has led USM for 25 years and last summer announced her
Why Human Judgment Will Matter More in the Age of AI
AI will accomplish extraordinary things—but it will also tempt us to mistake output for humanity. It has the potential to boost productivity, reduce costs, accelerate insight and innovation, and, when used thoughtfully, even deepen our self-awareness. As AI agents and systems become increasingly capable of showing reasoning, empathy, and elements of judgment, many people will
The Tolan Group Recruits VP of Payor Strategy at CCRM Fertility
The Tolan Group (TTG) has placed Marianne Fanning as vice president of payor strategy at CCRM Fertility, bringing extensive experience in managed care strategy, payor relations, and reimbursement optimization. Ms. Fanning’s appointment reflects CCRM Fertility’s continued investment in expanding patient access, strengthening payor partnerships, and supporting the organization’s long-term growth strategy. Prior to joining CCRM Fertility,
Leveraging Succession Planning to Drive Organizational Growth
As industries face unprecedented levels of disruption and innovation, organizations with deliberate and forward-thinking succession strategies are best positioned to secure long-term growth. At N2Growth, they have observed that companies treating succession planning as a core business strategy protect their operational continuity and build resilience. This article explores the multifaceted value of succession planning and
To Build More Diverse Teams, Avoid Unconscious Bias When Hiring
The benefits of diversity and inclusion for non-profit organizations are well-documented and include greater success in almost every possible metric. “Often, however, non-profit leaders and managers tend to ignore a key barrier to more meaningful workplace diversity: unconscious bias,” said Molly Brennan, founding partner of Koya Leadership Partners, in the new report. Research shows that
Noetic Search Recruits CEO for the Hawaiian Humane Society
Chicago-headquartered Noetic Search has placed Anna Neubauer as the new president and CEO of the Hawaiian Humane Society. Lisa Fowler resigned for personal reasons in March. “Our selection of Anna Neubauer as president and CEO of the Hawaiian Humane Society comes after a nationwide search for a leader with vision, passion, experience in shelter leadership, and
Storbeck/Pimentel Seeks President for Skidmore College
Storbeck/Pimentel & Associates, a search firm focused on higher education, has been enlisted to find the next president for Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, NY. Philip A. Glotzbach will be retiring in May after 17 years in the role. Managing partner Shelly Weiss Storbeck, partner Steve Leo and principal Ethan Dubow are leading the assignment. Skidmore
Beaumont Bailey Adds Two Equity Partners
London-based specialist executive search firm Beaumont Bailey has expanded with the additions of Amanda Floyd and Tony Robinson as equity partners to drive continued growth into core real estate and investment sectors. “We are delighted to bring Tony and Amanda into the team,” said co-founders George Dobbins and James Pope, in a statement. “They both
Raines International Appoints Leader of Innovation Practice
New York-based Raines International has expanded with the addition of John J. Keller to lead its innovation practice and assist clients in identifying and bringing innovative, transformational leaders to their organizations. A veteran recruiter and former journalist, Mr. Keller brings to Raines over two decades of search and advisory experience, recruiting transformational leaders to clients in the
Heidrick & Struggles Posts 2.9 Percent Revenue Decline
Executive search, leadership consulting and culture shaping services provider Heidrick & Struggles (NASDAQ:HSII) posted third quarter revenues of $182.1 million, a 2.9 percent decline from revenues of $187.6 million the same period a year ago. Executive search revenue declined 3.2 percent year over year, or $5.6 million, from $172.1 million last year. Revenue increased 2.2 percent in the
Vetted Solutions Tapped by Heart and Lung Society for CEO Search
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. Recently, the International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation (ISHLT), located
Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe Taps Spencer Stuart and Bespoke Partners to Fill Senior Posts
Executive search firms Spencer Stuart and Bespoke Partners have partnered to fill two key leadership roles for private equity firm Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe Partners (WCAS). Joining the PE firm are Tim Clifford, former president and CEO of Frontline Education, a school administration software company, and Emanuele “Manny” Conti, former CEO of Opus Global,
Comhar Partners Opens Doors
Veteran recruiters Bernard Layton and J. James O’Malley have launched Comhar Partners, a provider of executive search, professional recruiting and talent advisory services. Comhar, derived from the Gaelic word meaning “collaboration” was formed to provide independent recruiting expertise in partnership with the firm’s clients to help solve their full spectrum talent management challenges. Comhar Partners,
IMD International Search Group Adds New Member Firm in Denmark
Global executive search consortium IMD International Search Group has strengthened its presence in Scandinavia with the addition of Nordic Search Group in Denmark. This strengthens the IMD Scandinavian team, which is composed of Panamera|IMD in Norway, Lisberg in Sweden and IMS Talent in Finland. Birgitte Dyreborg, managing partner at Nordic Search Group, has 14 years of executive search
Here’s How Career Nomads are Impacting Companies
Change is good, but it may come at a price when we’re talking careers. A new study by Korn Ferry looks at the increasing phenomenon of “Career Nomads” – high-performing, talented professionals who are switching jobs, organizations and even careers at a faster rate than others. According to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, older Millennials (those born in the early
Cejka Search Seeking Chief Medical Officer for Nationwide Children’s Hospital
Over the past year, numerous healthcare organizations have turned to executive search firms to find chief medical officers. Recently, Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, OH, tapped Cejka Search to lead its search for a new CMO. Paul Esselman, president and managing director at Cejka, is leading the assignment. Reporting to the CEO, the CMO has overall responsibility for the
University of Wyoming Turns to Parker Executive Search for President
Atlanta-based recruitment firm Parker Executive Search has been enlisted to find the next president for the University of Wyoming. Laura Wilder, the firm’s president, is leading the assignment along with vice president of higher education Porsha Williams. This marks the fourth time in six years that the Laramie, WY-based university has sought a new president. This
CannabizTeam Opens New Office in Chicago
Legal marijuana is now nearly a $10 billion business in the U.S. Investors poured $10 billion into cannabis in North America in 2018, twice what was invested in the last three years combined. The North American market is expected to reach more than $16 billion by the end of 2019. While talent deficits are a
MG Search Appoints Non-Executive Director
MG Search, an executive search firm recruiting senior talent for top businesses across the U.K., has appointed Ian McDougall as a non-executive director. “Now in our second year of business we have expanded our leadership structure to match our ambition which is to build on our position of accelerated growth in Scotland,” said Ken Morrice, founding
Senior Executives Forecast Recession, but Lack Preparedness
Senior executives predict a recession is likely within the next 18 months but lack preparedness, according to a new report by global search firm Russell Reynolds Associates. The report—entitled “Preparing for Economic Uncertainty: Are Your Operations Teams Ready?”—includes input from over 500 global C-suite executives polled to find out how concerned they are about a
Kevin Chase Executive Search Tapped by Callen-Lorde Community Health Center to Find Chief People Officer
Executive search firms have been stepping up their efforts to assist companies across the nation to find top talent leaders, including chief people officers. The latest: Los Angeles-based Kevin Chase Executive Search Group was recently enlisted by Callen-Lorde Community Health Center to find a chief people officer. Managing partner Kevin Chase is leading the assignment along with senior
The Lancer Group Places Chief Marketing Officer for NAVEX Global
As business becomes more global and complex, and power shifts from producers of goods and services to consumers, the chief marketing officer’s job of planning and coordinating marketing activities has become more challenging, recruiters say. Yet executive search firms are seeing no shortage of assignments for this important C-level post. The Lancer Group, a La Jolla,
Vanderbloemen Search Group Announces Expansion Plans
Vanderbloemen Search Group, which finds leaders for churches and ministries, is expanding to four new markets beyond the firm’s Houston headquarters in 2020: Chicago, Atlanta, Phoenix, and Orange County, CA. “Today, we are continuing to expand by building out our team in key markets where the majority of our clients are around the country,” said
Robert Half Posts 5.9 Percent Revenue Gain
Robert Half International Inc./(NYSE:RHI) posted third quarter revenues of $1.55 billion, up 5.9 percent from the same period a year ago. On a constant currency basis, revenue was up 5.4 percent. The results beat Wall Street expectations by 0.3 percent. The Menlo Park, CA-based recruiting company recorded net income of $117 million, or $1.01 per share,
U.S. Employers to Hold the Line on Pay Raises in 2020
U.S. employees hoping for larger pay raises next year may be disappointed. A new survey by global advisory, broking and solutions company Willis Towers Watson reports U.S. employers plan to hold the line on budgeted pay raises in 2020, despite low unemployment. Some employers, however, are projecting modestly larger discretionary bonuses next year, while others
Russell Reynolds Associates Recruits CEO for the Premier League
The sports and entertainment field is among the most active and fast-growing sectors for executive search businesses, with many C-suite-focused recruiting firms having been drawn to it. Recently, Russell Reynolds Associates placed David Pemsel as the new CEO of English football’s Premier League. He will begin his role “no later than April 2020,” and replaces Richard
AGB Search Seeks President for Nazareth College
AGB Search, a Washington, D.C.-based recruitment firm, is looking for a new president for Nazareth College in Pittsford, NY. Consultants Oscar Page and Shannon McCambridge are spearheading the assignment. This spring, Daan Braveman announced that he would be retiring next June after 15 years as president. He is the longest serving leader in the private
Montague & Associates Opens Doors
The executive search industry is being disrupted by the entrance of a multitude of new players offering advanced business models and new technologies. The latest: Mary Lee Montague has announced the launch of Montague & Associates, a national firm based in Chicago that specializes in C-suite searches for non-profit organizations. “This is a pivotal time for the
Amrop Opens New Office in Sweden
In an effort to further strengthen its capabilities in the Nordic region, global recruiting organization Amrop has opened a new office in Gothenburg, Sweden. Amrop’s EMEA footprint now covers 46 offices in 34 countries. The Gothenburg team will focus on developing Amrop’s presence in Western Sweden, especially serving clients within the region’s strong industrial zone. The move
Whitney Museum Picks Shelli Herman to Find First CHRO
Executive recruiters are in hot pursuit of chief human resources officers and other senior-level HR leaders across the nation. The best HR chiefs are seen as integral strategic advisors to the C-suite, and the ones in demand are those who are sounding boards for CEOs, report recruiters focused on the space. Why is there such
Bullhorn Further Invests in Consulting Division, Appoints Leader
Bullhorn Inc., which provides cloud-based customer relationship management and operations solutions for the staffing industry, has made an increased investment in Bullhorn Consulting Services, including the promotion of team leader, staffing industry veteran Melissa Rosen, to vice president of the division. Bullhorn Consulting Services pairs highly scalable service with staffing industry knowledge to help enterprise staffing
Caldwell Recruits Chief Product Officer for PE-Backed Jama Software
Toronto-based executive search firm Caldwell has placed Josh Turpen as chief product officer of Jama Software. Managing partner Mercedes Chatfield-Taylor led the assignment. “A key pillar of our growth strategy is bringing onboard executive leaders that will help Jama succeed,” said Scott Roth, CEO of Jama Software. As Jama’s chief product officer, Mr. Turpen leads the company’s research
Heidrick & Struggles Tapped by Pareteum Corp. to Find New Board Members
Although boards of directors are considered the backbones of organizations, director recruiting has grown markedly more challenging, say recruiters who conduct searches in that area. As a result, companies continue to turn to executive search firms to help find new board members. Recently, Pareteum Corp. retained the services of executive search, leadership consulting and culture shaping services provider Heidrick
Protis Global Strengthens Health and Wellness Team
In an effort to expand its reach into the booming wellness space, Protis Global, a Miami-based people solutions firm, has brought aboard James Meder, founder of training facility Fast Twitch, as a health and wellness specialist and senior business developer. “James is bringing a wealth of knowledge to Protis Global in the health and wellness
3 Ways to Find Senior Executives in a Tight Market
The jobs outlook is positive for the remainder of 2019 as organizations plan to continue hiring full-time as well as temporary employees. In addition, the economy is still creating jobs at a strong pace. Companies, in fact, seem to be hiring with abandon as we enter an unprecedented 11th year of expansion and unemployment rates
