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Artico Recruits Partner for Radical Ventures
Artico Search has assisted in the placement of Richard Kotite as a partner with Radical Ventures. Mercedes Chatfield-Taylor, CEO and co-founder of Artico Search, led the assignment. “Excited to share that I’ve joined Radical Ventures as a partner in London,” Mr. Kotite said in a LinkedIn post. “Europe has world-class entrepreneurial talent in AI, and I’m
Z3Talent Retained by FreshLo to Lead CEO Search
Denver, CO-based executive search firm Z3Talent was recently retained to lead the search for the founding chief executive officer of FreshLo, a non-profit grocery enterprise expanding in Montbello and other Denver neighborhoods. Steve Ziegler and Paula Stolebarger are leading the assignment. This is a build-from-scratch leadership mandate with meaningful operating complexity and community impact. “This is
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.
The Forces Reshaping Executive Search
As organizations face accelerating business transformation, leadership succession, and rapid advances in artificial intelligence, the demands placed on executive search firms continue to evolve. Clients are looking for more than candidate identification—they increasingly expect strategic guidance, deeper market intelligence, and advisors capable of helping them navigate an increasingly complex leadership landscape. Those themes emerged consistently
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?
Bryant Group Fills Senior Position for the University of Washington
Dallas-based executive search and talent development firm Bryant Group has assisted in the recruitment of Justin Michalka as vice president for university development at the University of Washington (UW). The search was led by firm president Chris Bingley. “I’m delighted to welcome Justin to the University of Washington,” said Mary Gresch, senior vice president for university advancement. “He is a
SPMB Expands Financial Officer and Private Equity Practices
SPMB Executive Search has appointed Christy Mihos as a partner in the firm’s financial officer and private equity practices. “Christy is one of the most accomplished CFO search practitioners in the market, and we are thrilled to welcome him to SPMB,” said Dave Mullarkey, managing partner at SPMB. “His track record of advising PE firms and technology companies on
Executive Talent Market Faces New Pressures as AI and Private Equity Reshape Leadership Demand
The executive talent market continues to tighten as private investment accelerates, experienced leaders retire, and organizations compete for executives capable of driving growth and transformation. At the same time, artificial intelligence is changing the capabilities companies expect from senior leaders, while consulting and private equity firms rethink how they build leadership teams and evaluate potential.
Carpenter Legal Search Recruits General Counsel for Park Corporation
Legal recruiting remains an active area for executive search firms as corporations, law firms, government agencies, and other organizations compete for experienced legal talent. Employment of lawyers is projected to grow four percent from 2024 to 2034, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, with approximately 31,500 openings expected each year as employers add
Signium Opens New Office in Hamburg, Germany
Executive search consortium Signium has opened a new office in Hamburg, Germany. The new office is led by Moritz Drerup, managing partner, who joined Signium with more than a decade of executive search experience and a highly focused practice in technology and AI leadership. The Hamburg office represents a natural evolution for Mr. Drerup’s established executive search practice, combining his specialist expertise with the reach,
Executive Search Strategies for Leadership Success
As organizations navigate rapid change, leadership decisions have become increasingly consequential, placing greater pressure on executive search firms to identify candidates who can deliver both immediate impact and long-term value. Success at the highest levels depends on far more than filling a vacancy—it requires a disciplined search strategy that combines market intelligence, rigorous assessment, and
Leverage AI in Your Job Search: When to Use It and When Not To
Artificial intelligence has been changing the way people search for jobs. From optimizing resumes to preparing for interviews, AI has become a valuable resource for candidates looking to streamline the process. The key is knowing how to use it effectively, according to a recent report from New York City headquartered executive search firm Solomon Page. “AI
The Christopher Group Selected by Penn Highlands Healthcare for CHRO Search
The Christopher Group (TCG), a boutique HR executive search and business solutions recruiting firm, has been retained by Penn Highlands Healthcare to lead in its search for a new chief human resources officer. Managing partner, Molly Mangan, and partner, Carrie Longmire, are leading the assignment. “The chief human resources officer will play an important role in helping Penn Highlands
Where AI Belongs in Executive Search—and Where It Doesn’t
Artificial intelligence is reshaping every aspect of the executive search profession, creating new opportunities to improve efficiency while raising important questions about where technology should—and should not—play a role in the hiring process. As firms continue to integrate AI into their workflows, the focus is increasingly shifting from whether to adopt these tools to how
Isaacson, Miller Leading President Search for Virginia Tech
Boston-based Isaacson, Miller has been selected by Virginia Tech to lead in its search for a new president. Current president Tim Sands announced his resignation in April. Greg Esposito and Julie Filizetti are leading this search with Kristen Andersen, Raul Bernal, Victoria Castillo, and Gabrielle Nayar. The school seeks a visionary and dynamic leader to serve as its
Parker Remick Appoints Partner of Firm Operations
Seattle, WA-based Parker Remick recently named Jena Gibson as partner of firm operations. This is part of the executive search firm’s expansion of operational infrastructure and AI-enabled delivery capabilities. The firm noted that all in response to rising demand for senior technology and AI leadership. Ms. Gibson joins Parker Remick with more than 15 years
Building an Employer Brand That Attracts Top Executive Talent
In today’s competitive business environment, where organizations are vying for top talent, a strong employer brand has become an essential strategic advantage. It plays a critical role in attracting and retaining high-quality candidates while also contributing to an organization’s overall success. A recent report from the International Executive Search Federation (IESF) delves into the importance of a
Krauthamer & Associates Assists the Dallas Area Rapid Transit with CEO Search
Krauthamer & Associates (K&A) has assisted in the recruitment of Nathaniel Ford as president and CEO of the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART). “Mr. Ford brings decades of executive leadership in public transportation, a proven record of organizational transformation, and a deep understanding that transit is about much more than buses and trains,” said DART board chair
Slone Partners Makes Senior Appointments
Life sciences-focused search firm Slone Partners has named Sona Stroud and Kim Wilson as senior partners. Ms. Stroud has been promoted to the position following nearly 15 years with the firm, while Ms. Wilson returns to the organization, further strengthening its leadership team with nearly 17 years of experience with the firm. “Few things are more rewarding than recognizing exceptional leaders
The Evolution of Tech Leadership in Europe: 40 Years of Transformation
As technology continues to reshape every sector of the economy, executive search firms are seeing a fundamental shift in the profile of leaders organizations need to remain competitive. Companies are no longer seeking executives with deep technical expertise alone—they are prioritizing transformational leaders who can navigate disruption, lead enterprise-wide change, and align emerging technologies with
Changing the DNA of Growth-Stage Recruiting
As growth-stage companies accelerate expansion under private equity ownership or new investment, leadership teams are placing greater emphasis on the organizational structures that support long-term value creation. While executive search has traditionally focused on identifying transformative leaders, many organizations are also rethinking where the talent acquisition function belongs within the enterprise to ensure hiring strategy
NU Advisory Partners Fills Board Position for Banesco USA
NU Advisory Partners has assisted in the recruitment of Teresa Stinson to the Banesco USA board. Nada Usina, CEO and co-founder, led the search along with Mar Hernandez, partner and co-founder. “Congratulations Teresa Stinson on joining Banesco USA as board director,” NU Advisory Partners said in a LinkedIn post. “We look forward to seeing your governance
Why Natural Language Search Is the Biggest Shift in Executive Search Since the Database
Executive search has always been a relationship business. Consultants describe talent in rich, layered terms, leaders who have scaled a commercial function through a turnaround, managed a $200 million P&L across two geographies, navigated a public board through a CEO transition. But the systems they rely on to find those leaders have never understood a
TM² Executive Search Assists Fort Valley State University with CHRO Search
TM² Executive Search (TM²) has assisted in the recruitment of Sean Lyn as the new chief human resources officer of Fort Valley State University (FVSU). President Amanda Washington Lockett and associate principals Jessica Horton and Ndeh Anyu led the assignment. Mr. Lyn brings more than a decade of progressive human resources leadership experience in higher education. Before joining Fort Valley State University,
Bespoke Partners Opens New Office in Boston
Bespoke Partners has opened a new office in Boston to accommodate the firm’s growing local team and strengthen its presence in a key market for private equity firms and their portfolio companies. The new office in Boston places Bespoke in proximity to leading software and SaaS clients in healthcare tech, cybersecurity, FinTech, MarTech and Adtech, GovTech and many more sectors. “Boston
The Questions to Ask an Executive Search Firm (That Most Don’t)
Browse a handful of executive search firm websites and they quickly begin to look alike. Every firm makes the same promises about senior expertise and deep networks, a new report from PierceGray. “They all claim to have a proven process and strong track record,” the study said. “There’s just one thing missing: the information you
The Christopher Group Retained by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education for CHRO Search
The Christopher Group (TCG), a boutique HR executive search and business solutions recruiting firm, has been selected by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) to lead in its search for a chief human resources officer. Managing partner, Pam Noble, and Partner Jeff Wilbanks are leading the assignment. “The ACGME plays a vital role in shaping the future of
Resource Management Group Assists Biomerics with CFO Search
Resource Management Group (RMG), an executive search firm specializing in CFO placements, has assisted in the recruitment of Kristin Mason as CFO of Biomerics, a vertically integrated contract manufacturer for the interventional medical device market in Salt Lake City, UT. “Kristin brings a unique combination of strategic financial leadership, operational rigor and growth experience,” said
Why Slow Hiring Processes Cost Companies Their Best Candidates
You’ve heard it countless times: “Hire slow, fire fast.” It’s sound advice in principle. Taking the time to thoroughly evaluate candidates before making an important hiring decision simply makes good sense. However, facilitating a comprehensive selection process and moving quickly are not mutually exclusive, according to a recent report from Noto Group’s Roy Notowitz. “It is a good thing
Bauer Harris Fills Senior Marketing Position for PREMIER Bankcard
Boston, MA-based executive search firm Bauer Harris has assisted in the recruitment of Mark Halpern as the vice president of marketing operations for PREMIER Bankcard. “Congratulations to Mark Halpern on his new role as VP, marketing operations at PREMIER Bankcard,” Bauer Harris said in a LinkedIn post. “We’re excited for Mark as he steps into this new
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
Hobson Leavy Recruits CEO for the Cancer Society of New Zealand
New Zealand executive search firm Hobson Leavy recently placed former Well Foundation executive Andrew Young as chief executive officer of the Cancer Society of New Zealand (Auckland and Northland). Mr. Young is a highly experienced not-for-profit CEO with particular strengths in the fundraising area. He was CEO of the Well Foundation, where he helped combine two entities to
SGA Talent Names Senior Management Team and New President
Sheila Greco, founder of SGA Talent, has announced several new additions to the firm’s senior management team as it successfully concludes a transformation process. “I am extremely pleased to make this announcement, and I’m confident that the new management team has the talent, experience, and expertise not only to deal effectively with the complex challenges we face today,
Heidrick & Struggles Posts 5.4 Percent Revenue Decline
Executive search, leadership consulting and culture shaping services provider Heidrick & Struggles (NASDAQ:HSII) posted second quarter revenues of $173.1 million, a 5.4 percent decrease from revenues of $183.1 million the same period a year ago. Executive search revenue declined 4.8 percent year over year, or $8 million, from $158.5 million to $145.8 million last year. Revenue
Calibre One Expands Search Staff
Executive search firm Calibre One has expanded with the addition of David P. Madden as a partner in its Menlo Park office. Mr. Madden will further strengthen the firm’s global technology practice and co-lead the Calibre One’s broader expansion into serving private equity owned technology assets. “We are thrilled David has chosen to join us and is a
Parker Executive Search Seeks Director of Intercollegiate Athletics for MIT
Atlanta-based recruitment firm Parker Executive Search is seeking a director of intercollegiate athletics and head of the department of athletics, physical education and wellness, and recreation (DAPER) at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Daniel Parker, vice president and managing director, and Grant Higgison, principal, are leading the assignment. The director of intercollegiate athletics and department head
Closing the Executive Talent Gap
Executives who are serious about delivering value should spend more time identifying their organizations’ top performers and most critical roles. Succession planning is the new competitive advantage for businesses that want to thrive in the global economy. At the same time, organizations are facing a significant talent gap at the executive level. With millions of
YSC Consulting Partners with Predictive Psychometrics Provider
Global leadership strategy consultancy YSC Consulting has formed a partnership with predictive psychometrics provider 10x Psychology. Through the partnership, YSC’s JDI Model of Potential (Judgement, Drive, Influence) will be re-imagined digitally. Organizations will be able to evaluate the potential of their employees through the lens of JDI, providing both real-time insight into their talent populations together with tailored development
Robert Half Posts 4.1 Percent Revenue Increase
Robert Half International Inc./(NYSE:RHI) posted second quarter revenues of $1.52 billion, up 4.1 percent from the same period a year ago. On a constant currency basis, revenue was up 5.6 percent. The results fell short of Wall Street expectations by 0.01 percent. The Menlo Park, CA-based recruiting company recorded net income of $224 million, or $1.91,
How CEOs Can Best Prepare to Leave the Top Post
The privileged position of a chief executive officer (CEO) brings many benefits and rewards. But it can also be isolating and intensely demanding. Research conducted by Heidrick & Struggles found that only 13 in every 1,000 CEOs of publicly listed companies move on to a comparable position. So where do they go — and how
True Search Finds CEO for Everbridge
Executive recruitment firm True Search has placed David Meredith as chief executive officer and member of the board of directors of Everbridge Inc., a critical event application software company. Josh Withers, one of True’s founders, and Kelli Allen, partner, led the assignment. Mr. Meredith brings over 25 years of executive leadership experience across leading multi-billion-dollar
StevenDouglas Opens New Offices in Princeton and Boston
Executive search firm StevenDouglas is continuing its recent expansion with the opening of new offices in Princeton, NJ and Boston. The openings follow the launch of five new offices in 2018 and a growth rate of more than 35 percent already this year. John Gramer was named vice president of executive search, and is based out of
The Millennial Leadership Skills Gap
Managing a team is challenging at the best of times. It’s a balancing act of meeting business goals while juggling a workplace full of different generations, all with their own set of wants and needs. But in offices around the world, there’s a growing number of leaders who are bright, talented, and most critically, young.
Pearson Partners Finds First Chief Innovation Officer for Dallas Area Rapid Transit
Dallas-headquartered executive search firm Pearson Partners International has recruited Gregory Elsborg as vice president and first chief innovation officer of Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART). Vice president Lisa Thompson led the assignment. Mr. Elsborg brings a strong record of driving E-commerce, mobile and innovation initiatives across a variety of industries. He has held global and Fortune 500
AIMS International Elects New President
Executive search consortium AIMS International has appointed Bernardo Entschev as its new president. He takes over from Pierangelo Favero who served in the role since 2015. Mr. Entschev is managing partner U.S. and previously served as international vice president and executive vice president for the Latin Americas and Americas regions. He is qualified as a medical surgeon in Brazil and worked as a craniofacial surgeon
Diversified Search Acquires Grant Cooper
M&A activity, with the support of private equity firms, continues unabated in the executive search industry. In the latest deal, Diversified Search has acquired Grant Cooper, a St. Louis-based healthcare-focused executive search firm. Financial terms of the deal were undisclosed. Judith M. von Seldeneck, founder and chair of Diversified, said: “The acquisition of Grant Cooper
CarterBaldwin Places SVP of Corporate Development at Cardlytics
Corporate development refers to the planning and execution of strategies to meet organizational objectives. The kinds of activities falling under corporate development may include management team recruitment, phasing in or out of markets or products, arranging strategic alliances, identifying and acquiring companies (M&A), securing corporate financing, divesting of assets or divisions, and management of intellectual property. With the
Bedford Group Partners With SalesChoice in AI Leadership Space
Toronto-based executive search and talent management solutions Bedford Group, and SalesChoice Inc., a provider of AI predictive and prescriptive sales, and marketing analytics cloud solutions, have entered into a strategic alliance to help advance AI skills development and leadership capabilities as well as acquisition and retention of executive AI leadership talent. SalesChoice has recently partnered with
Navigating the Executive Career
Even the most successful executives can use career advice as they assess their current positions and look to the future. Are “tried and true” practices, learned as young professionals, still current and relevant to those who have moved up the ladder? What are appropriate ways to work with executive recruiters? Have the rules of interviewing
PFM Executive Search Recruits CEO for Canucks Autism Network
Vancouver, British Columbia-based PFM Executive Search has recruited Britt Andersen as the new CEO of Canucks Autism Network (CAN). PFM partners George Madden and Shelina Esmail led the assignment. “We are excited to welcome Britt to the CAN team, and feel that he is the right person to lead the organization into its next chapter of growth
Bowdoin Group Names President, Makes Senior-Level Promotions
The Bowdoin Group, a Boston-based executive search firm, continues to expand with several senior-level promotions, including the naming of Scott Aldsworth as president, a new role for the organization. Among the promotions, Katelyn Marini becomes managing director, Kara Barr moves to vice president of delivery and Lindsey Potvin is the new vice president of RPO
Talent and Technology Remain Key Challenges for HR Leaders
The newly released Paychex “Pulse of HR Survey” found that talent and technology are the two primary factors impacting HR leaders this year. Organizations must prioritize attracting the right candidates and optimize their productivity once on board, said the report. A historically tight labor market, fast-changing legislative landscape and an increasing reliance on HR technology all play a role
Academic Career & Executive Search Seeks CHRO for Dallas County Community College
Executive recruiters continue to be in hot pursuit of senior-level HR leaders across the nation. West Hartford CT-based Academic Career & Executive Search was recently tapped by the Dallas County Community College District (DCCCD) to help find its next chief human resources officer. Jennifer Muller, co-founder and managing partner, is leading the assignment. The Dallas County Community
ManpowerGroup Posts Flat Q2 Revenues
ManpowerGroup / (NYSE:MAN) posted second quarter revenues of $5.37 billion, dropping slightly (0.1 percent) from the same period a year ago. This missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 1.02 percent. U.S. revenue fell 1.5 percent in the quarter; in France, its largest single market, revenue fell 0.4 percent on a constant currency basis. The Milwaukee-based recruiting
CHROs and Their Teams Lag in Recession Preparedness
At a time in which many believe recession to be inevitable, chief human resources officers and their teams are ill-prepared for an economic downturn, according to a new report by Russell Reynolds Associates. The executive recruitment firm’s survey of 534 senior leaders at companies across the globe — including 148 CHROs — found that just
Caldwell Places Head of Investor Relations at White Rock Oil & Gas
Investor relations is a strategic management responsibility that is capable of integrating finance, communication, marketing and securities law compliance to enable the most effective two-way communication between a company, the financial community and other constituencies, which ultimately contributes to a company’s securities achieving fair valuation. With the growing importance of the IR role especially in private
ManpowerGroup Names Chief People and Culture Officer
As companies look to build internal brand awareness and set their sights on establishing and driving their own unique cultures, chief people officers are coming more into vogue. Recently, ManpowerGroup appointed former Molson Coors Brewing Co. veteran Michelle Nettles as chief people and culture officer. “Michelle is an impressive people leader with extensive experience in global HR
Gig Economy Continues to Grow at Blistering Speed
Working nine to five for a single employer bears little resemblance to the way a substantial share of the workforce makes a living today. Millions of people pull together various income streams and work independently, rather than in structured payroll jobs. This is hardly a new phenomenon, yet it has never been well measured in
Spencer Stuart Launches Kincentric From Newly Acquired Aon Businesses
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has launched a new business unit formed from the culture and engagement, leadership assessment and development, and HR and talent advisory businesses it acquired from global professional services firm Aon in a transaction that closed July 1. Collectively, these businesses form a distinct entity now known as Kincentric: A Spencer
Greenwich Harbor Partners Recruits Chief Revenue Officer for SQAD
The role of chief revenue officer has changed dramatically over the last several years. CROs are quickly becoming mission-critical innovators for companies that look to dominate a market first and fastest, according to recruiters. The demand for these financial leaders is growing and executive search firms have been busy filling these roles. Recently, Greenwich Harbor
How to Avoid Hiring the Wrong Leader
With pressure on search firms to fill senior posts in a timely manner, it can be easier than you think to fill a critical position with the wrong candidate. Maybe you’re bleeding revenue or your turnover is through the roof. Maybe you’re the one filling in until a role is filled. Whatever the reason, it’s
CohenTaylor Finds New Leader for Minneapolis Social Services Group
CohenTaylor Executive Search has placed Chastity Lord as the next president and CEO of Jeremiah Program, a Minneapolis, MN-based non-profit that helps single mothers and their children break the cycle of poverty. Ms. Lord will start in her new role in mid-September. “Ms. Lord is a dynamic leader who has dedicated her career to disrupting systems of
