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Shelli Herman and Associates Recruits CEO for OneOC
Los Angeles-based Shelli Herman and Associates has placed Bonni Pomush as the new president and CEO of OneOC. She will succeed Tim Strauch, who will remain president and CEO through December 31, 2026, before retiring from OneOC after 19 years of service and leadership. “Bonni’s record of organizational transformation, collaborative leadership, and community engagement makes her exceptionally
NPAworldwide Forms Alliance with Dimensional Search Associates
Member-owned recruitment network NPAworldwide has formed a strategic partnership with the Sanford Rose Associates family of companies, including Dimensional Search. “This partnership brings together two strong organizations with complementary strengths and a shared commitment to helping independent recruiting firms succeed,” NPAworldwide said. “For NPAworldwide, the agreement represents a meaningful extension of its mission to connect independent recruiting
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.
CIO Partners Leading Cybersecurity Search for Flexsteel Industries
CIO Partners was recently retained by Flexsteel Industries in Dubuque, IA, to lead in its search for director of cybersecurity. This role partners closely with IT, executive leadership, legal, compliance, operations, and external security partners to reduce cyber risk, strengthen business resilience, and ensure the organization is prepared to prevent, detect, respond to, and recover
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?
Pacific International Launches Leadership Coaching and Onboarding Service
London-headquartered executive search firm Pacific International Executive Search has launched its new leadership coaching & onboarding service. This will support senior leaders through the highest-stakes moments of their careers. “The first months in a new leadership role, a step-change in scope, the pressures of C-suite leadership – these are just a few examples where an experienced coach can turn potential into value faster
Leveraging AI to Drive Business Development in Executive Search
AI is beginning to reshape how executive search firms approach business development, moving the process beyond traditional account lists and periodic outreach toward more continuous market intelligence. By helping recruiters identify meaningful changes across companies, leadership teams, and professional networks, AI is creating new opportunities to engage clients with greater relevance and better timing. The
Korn Ferry Retained by Convergence for CEO Search
Korn Ferry has been retained by Convergence to lead in its search for a new CEO. Joan Larrea will retire as CEO in early 2027 after more than a decade of leadership. Since inception, Ms. Larrea has led the organization through a decade of significant growth, helping establish Convergence as the world’s leading authority on
St. Olaf College Taps Brettschneider Executive Search for Chief Information Officer Search
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been selected by St. Olaf College to lead in its search for chief information officer. St. Olaf seeks a values-forward, innovative CIO. The next CIO of St. Olaf College will serve as a trusted advisor to the provost, president, and president’s leadership team on the role of information and library resources
Boyden Seeking CEO for Creative BC
Boyden has been retained by Creative BC in Vancouver, British Columbia to lead in its search for a new CEO. Reporting to the board of directors, the CEO will provide strategic and operational leadership to an organization that sits at the center of British Columbia’s creative economy. The CEO will lead the execution of Creative BC’s mandate
Signium Expands in Belgium
Executive search consortium Signium has expanded with the addition of Valérie Schmitt to its Belgium team as leadership consulting partner. “She will support executive leaders and teams at pivotal moments, helping them navigate change and succeed in complex environments,” Signium said. “Drawing on more than 25 years in senior corporate roles, Valérie brings first-hand experience of the challenges
How AI Is Reshaping Executive Assessment and Leadership Development
As organizations look for better ways to evaluate leadership potential, attention is shifting beyond experience and credentials toward how executives actually think, communicate, make decisions, and respond under pressure. AI is creating new ways to analyze those behaviors at scale, giving executive search firms and their clients additional evidence when assessing qualities such as judgment,
Caldwell Assists the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority with the Recruitment of President for the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project
Toronto-based Caldwell has assisted the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority with the recruitment of Cheryl Nelms as president of the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project. Her appointment follows a competitive international executive recruitment process. The search was led by Drew Railton, Lucy Antrobus, and Vicky O’Connor. “With more than 25 years of experience delivering complex infrastructure projects across Canada, Cheryl brings
TOC Arts Partners Fills Key Position for Film at Lincoln Center
New York City-based TOC Arts Partners has helped to recruit Trent Anderson as vice president of development of Film at Lincoln Center (FLC). This follows an extensive national search led by senior strategist, Brenna Thomas. “Throughout the search process, Trent distinguished himself with his strategic vision, fundraising expertise, and thoughtful leadership,” said Daniel Battsek, president of Film
True Launches Forensic Referencing Offering
Global executive talent platform True has launched True Forensic Referencing, a new executive intelligence capability designed to help investors, boards, and executive teams make more informed leadership decisions before high-stakes investments, new business relationships, and governance milestones. The firm named Christopher Jaros as partner to build and lead the offering. This expands True’s executive intelligence platform, complementing the firm’s executive
Long Ridge Partners Appoints Director
New York City-based Long Ridge Partners has named Chrissie Shin as director. “Please join us in congratulating Chrissie Shin on her promotion to director,” Long Ridge Partners said in a LinkedIn post. “Chrissie’s expertise, dedication, and leadership have made her an invaluable member of the Long Ridge team. This well-earned promotion reflects the impact she’s made across
Navigating the Search for Tomorrow’s HBCU Leaders
Leadership searches at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) are becoming increasingly complex as boards weigh institutional legacy against rapidly changing demands on presidents. Executive search firms are being asked to identify candidates who can balance mission, financial stewardship, fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and long-term strategy while navigating a more uncertain higher education environment. For HBCUs,
Egon Zehnder Called in by CAAT Pension Plan for CEO Search
Leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder has been selected by the board of trustees of CAAT Pension Plan to lead in its search for its next chief executive officer. This follows the departure of longtime CEO and plan manager Derek Dobson, who recently resigned. The search will focus on leaders who can combine strategic vision with operational discipline,
The National Airlines Council of Canada Retains Odgers to Lead Search for CEO
Odgers was recently retained by the National Airlines Council of Canada (NACC) to lead in its search for a new president and CEO. Jeff Morrison has informed the board of his intention to retire. He will continue to lead the association until a successor is appointed to ensure a seamless transition of leadership. To support the
PierceGray Expands Staff with New Vice President
PierceGray has expanded with the addition of Kara Hennessey as vice president in the firm’s finance practice. She will be based in the New York office. “PierceGray is excited to welcome Kara Hennessey to the team as our newest vice president,” the firm said in a LinkedIn post. “Kara brings almost 10 years of executive search
The ExeQfind Group Forms Alliance with Aspire HR Consultants
The ExeQfind Group has formed a strategic partnership with Aspire HR Consultants – Middle East, an executive search and leadership advisory firm covering the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) from offices across Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar. “Partnering with Aspire HR Consultants represents a significant step in strengthening our international capabilities,” said Warren
Private Equity Faces Growing Leadership Succession Risks
Private equity firms are placing greater emphasis on leadership planning as talent availability becomes an increasingly important factor in value creation. For executive search firms, that shift is expanding the mandate beyond filling immediate vacancies to helping sponsors identify succession risks, build deeper leadership pipelines, and prepare portfolio companies for transition well before a critical
Cook Silverman Search Tapped by EPACANDO to Help Find New Executive Director
Greenbrae, CA-based Cook Silverman Search was recently retained by East Palo Alto Community Alliance and Neighborhood Development Organization (EPACANDO) to lead in its search for a new executive director. Current executive director Duane Bay is planning to retire. The non-profit seeks an experienced, community-centered executive director to lead the organization into its next chapter: Building the capacity
RH Perry & Associates Retained by Skagit Valley College for President Search
RH Perry & Associates has been selected by Skagit Valley College (SVC) to lead in its search for a new president. The assignment is being led by senior consultant Sue DeWine and and Paul G. Doeg, president and chief operating officer. The president will strengthen the College’s ‘One College’ approach by enhancing coordination across the Mount Vernon and Whidbey
Modern Executive Solutions Names Managing Director
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Matheus Furlan as managing director. “Matheus brings a global perspective to leadership development, with experience helping executives and teams navigate change, build self-awareness, and lead more effectively across cultures and business contexts,” Modern said in a LinkedIn post. “His background as a master coach, facilitator,
HiBob Secures Funding to Drive AI-powered Enterprise
Tel Aviv-based HR tech platform HiBob has announced an investment led by Salesforce with additional participation from Farallon. This marks a key milestone in HiBob’s evolution from a modern HR platform into an organizational intelligence layer for modern businesses. The investment reflects a shared belief that trusted workforce data and organizational context will become critical infrastructure for the AI-powered enterprise.
The M&A Predictions That Shaped 2026
Ansarada’s 2026 Global M&A Predictions Report brought together 26 dealmakers from the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Australia, and New Zealand around four central expectations: M&A would remain resilient despite uncertainty, interest-rate relief could unlock activity, energy and technology would attract capital while consumer sectors lagged, and AI would become increasingly important to both asset
Korn Ferry Posts Q1 Fiscal-Year 2027 Revenues of $756.5 Million
Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) has posted Q1 fiscal-year 2027 revenues of $756.5 million, an increase of seven percent year-over-year with growth in all regions. This marks the firm’s sixth consecutive quarter of top line growth. The growth was led by double digit growth in search and workforce solutions of 10 percent and 11 percent, respectively.In addition, first
AGB Search Seeking University of Illinois System President
The University of Illinois Board of Trustees has tapped Washington, D.C.-based recruitment firm AGB Search to lead in its search for the University of Illinois System president. Roderick McDavis, Sally Mason and Garry W. Owens are leading the assignment. The president will lead the system into the next era of higher education with strategic vision, effective and authentic communication, and a
CarterBaldwin Assists AdelFi With Chief Innovation and Technology Officer Search
CarterBaldwin Executive Search has assisted in the recruitment of Cameron Forbes as chief innovation and technology officer of AdelFi, a division of Christian Community Credit Union. His appointment is a key piece of AdelFi’s strategy investing in enhanced cybersecurity and regulatory readiness, scaled digital channels for engagement and accessibility, and improved personalized, digitally enabled member experiences. Associate partner
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
AI and HR: Partners in Building Smarter, More Human Workplaces
The world of work is evolving faster than ever, and HR sits squarely at the center of that transformation. As organizations navigate new technologies, shifting employee expectations, and an increasingly data-driven landscape, HR’s role has expanded from administrative function to strategic powerhouse. The adoption of artificial intelligence marks not just a technological leap, but a
The Talent Studios Places CEO at PE-Backed Foundry Brands
The Talent Studios has recruited Christian Chopra as CEO of Foundry Brands, a growing portfolio of digitally native personal-care and lifestyle brands backed by Monogram Capital Partners and Lightbay Capital. The search was led by The Talent Studios’ Jeremy Cohen and Katlyn Maloney. Mr. Chopra brings two decades of experience building and repositioning consumer brands across
NU Advisory Partners Recruits Chief Experience Officer for Chief
NU Advisory Partners has placed Roshanie Ross as chief experience officer at Chief, the most powerful membership community and platform for senior women leaders. Meredith Rosenberg, Libby Naumes, and Kelsey Kelly led the assignment. “Our members engage with Chief in myriad ways—through coaching, our programming and events, across our five clubhouses and across our digital
McDermott + Bull Expands in Toronto
Irvine, CA-based McDermott + Bull has expanded with the addition of Sachin Sama as partner in its Toronto office. He will spearhead the expansion of the firm’s energy and industrials practice across North America, leveraging more than 15 years of experience advising organizations through transformation, growth, and leadership transitions. “Energy and industrial organizations are entering a pivotal
Talent and Technology: A New Generation of Leadership Enters the C-Suite
Riviera Partners recently surveyed more than 1,000 technology executives for its latest report, revealing a major shift in how leadership is structured. According to Riviera, AI, data, and cross-functional collaboration are pushing technology roles to the forefront of enterprise strategy. The report identifies five key positions now demanding space in the C-suite: Chief AI officer (CAIO), chief
Kingsley Gate Assists J. Crew Group with CHRO Search
Private equity-backed Kingsley Gate has assisted in the recruitment of Gena Smith as the new chief human resources officer of J. Crew Group. “I was honored to work with J. Crew Group, CEO Libby Wadle and team to place Gena Smith as the company’s new chief human resources officer,” Mike Bergen, senior partner, global markets at Kingsley Gate,
Coulter Partners Recruits CFO for Tristel
Life sciences recruiting specialist Coulter Partners has placed Anna Wasyl as the new CFO of Tristel plc. “Anna’s appointment comes at an exciting and important time for Tristel,” said Matt Sassone, CEO of Tristel. “Her broad international background, commercial mindset, and hands-on approach to both strategy and execution are exactly what we need as we enter
CIO Partners Retained by Trupanion to Fill Senior Technology Position
CIO Partners has been retained by Trupanion to lead their search for the role of vice president of technology operations, located in Seattle. Reporting to the chief information officer, the vice president is responsible for overseeing IT infrastructure, systems, and service delivery functions and for ensuring optimal performance, security, scalability, and availability of IT services
Caldwell Launches Sports & Entertainment Practice
Toronto-headquartered Caldwell has launched a sports & entertainment practice, a new global sector group dedicated to connecting senior leaders with organizations at the intersection of sports, technology, media, entertainment, and investment. “As our clients increase their investments in sports, media, and entertainment, we’re launching this specialty practice to support their expanding portfolios,” said Chris Beck, chief
Unlocking the Value of Diverse Leaders
Diversity in leadership is no longer a discussion about representation — it’s a defining factor in organizational performance. Across industries, companies are realizing that when leadership teams reflect a range of experiences, perspectives, and voices, they make better decisions and drive stronger business outcomes. Beyond simply filling seats, true leadership diversity transforms how teams think,
Getting Ahead at Work When the Power Shifts to Employers
The balance of power in the workplace is shifting. After years of employee-driven change, companies are now tightening budgets, redefining priorities, and leaning on technology to do more with less. For professionals, this means career growth is no longer guaranteed by tenure or performance alone — it requires adaptability, visibility, and a clear strategy for
Academic Career & Executive Search Seeking Chief Information & Technology Officer for the Massachusetts College of Art and Design
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) has been retained by the Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt) to lead in its search for a chief information and technology officer (CITO). Jennifer Muller, managing partner, is leading the assignment. The position offers an extraordinary platform to shape the college’s culture, strategy, and technology enterprise, positioning MassArt at the
RevelOne Completes Search for Cache
Greenwood Village, CO-based executive search firm RevelOne has recruited Angus Kirkby as the new head of growth for Cache. The search was led by consultant Montse Jungers. “Congratulations Angus Kirkby, Cache’s new head of growth,” RevelOne said in a LinkedIn post. “With a strong background in brand, growth, and acquisition within the fintech space, Angus has an exceptional
True Appoints Vice Chairman
Global talent provider True has appointed Adam Kovach as vice chairman. “We couldn’t be more excited for Adam to join us,” said Brad Stadler, co-founder and co-CEO of True. “What excites me most about him is our shared belief that there is an opportunity to build something very special in our market and provide more value to our clients,
Why Private Equity Firms Are Rethinking Recruitment as a Core Investment Strategy
Talent is one of the most reliable yet often overlooked factors driving portfolio performance. Its influence on private equity investment outcomes is substantial. The people within portfolio companies are the ones who ultimately turn the firm’s vision into value, which puts having the right PE firm hiring strategy on par with financial modeling, operational planning,
Reimagining Executive Search: Ezekia and HelloSky Bring AI-Powered Precision to Talent Sourcing
Artificial intelligence is redefining how executive search firms identify, engage, and assess top talent. By combining smart data tools with human expertise, firms are building faster, more precise, and more inclusive sourcing strategies. AI-powered platforms are now able to surface insights that were once hidden in fragmented data, helping recruiters make smarter, evidence-based decisions. As
GHP Search Partners with Christel House International to Add Seven Cabinet Members
GHP Search, formerly known as Greenwich Harbor Partners, was recently engaged by Christel House International to assist in expanding its Expansion Campaign Cabinet. New cabinet members identified by GHP Search include: Rushi Amin, COO, Post Trade Engineering at Citadel; Joahne Carter, chief marketing officer at Semaine Health; Derek Koecher, vice president corporate strategy at T-Mobile; Elena Pinakatt, former global VP, marketing
Mercuri Urval Expands Senior Staff
Stockholm, Sweden-based executive search firm Mercuri Urval (MU) has created a new executive committee with the additions of Moa Wennlöf as chief client services officer and Andreas Frische as chief revenue officer. They join the existing CFO Tomas Hedstrom and CEO Richard Moore. “In the past five years MU has successfully strengthened its business as a leading
Navigating Uncertainty: How Non-Profit Executive Search is Evolving in 2025
The non-profit sector is entering a pivotal moment in 2025, marked by financial volatility, leadership transitions, and heightened expectations around organizational performance and equity. As federal funding cuts ripple through social services, education, the arts, and environmental initiatives, many non-profits have paused executive hiring or slowed decision-making, creating an environment of deep uncertainty. As expectations
Agentic AI: Why CIOs and CTOs Must Rethink Their Operating Models Now
The emergence of agentic AI represents a pivotal moment for technology leaders. For years, CIOs and CTOs have delivered incremental transformation, digitizing services, migrating to the cloud and embedding data into decisions, according to a recent report from Leathwaite’s Heather Barnes. “Agentic AI does not offer an increment,” the study said. “It introduces a different paradigm
Lochlin Partners Fills Senior Post for the Entertainment Software Association
Lochlin Partners recently assisted in the recruitment of Jason Mahler as senior vice president of government affairs of the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) in Washington, D.C. Reporting to president and CEO Stanley Pierre-Louis, Mr. Mahler will lead the ESA’s federal and state legislative and regulatory advocacy efforts on behalf of the U.S. video game industry. “Jason’s extensive experience
Bespoke Partners Recruits CEO for Altvia
San Diego, CA-headquartered Bespoke Partners has placed Ryan Keough as CEO of Altvia, a private capital platform purpose-built for the full fund lifecycle. Partner Katherine Baker and director Dakota Horn led the process. “We’re thrilled to welcome Ryan as Altvia’s CEO,” said Nathan Pingelton of Marlin Equity Partners. “Ryan’s extensive leadership history and industry expertise align
Heidrick & Struggles Reports Strong Q3 Results, Moves Forward with $1.3 Billion Go-Private Deal
Executive search, leadership consulting and culture shaping services provider Heidrick & Struggles International / (NASDAQ:HSII) has posted third quarter revenues of $322.8 million, a 15.9 percent increase from the same period a year ago. The revenue increase was driven by year-over-year growth in each of the company’s lines of business — Executive Search, On-Demand Talent, and Heidrick
TM² Executive Search Recruits Chief Development Officer for the Thurgood Marshall College Fund
After a national search, TM² Executive Search (TM²) has assisted in the recruitment of Jonathan Sandville as chief development officer of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF). “After a comprehensive nationwide search, I’m delighted to welcome Jonathan as our chief development officer,” said Harry L. Williams, president and CEO of TMCF. “We’re excited to utilize his background in development
Stevenson Search Partners Fills Senior Role for Purespring Therapeutics
Fort Lee, NJ-based Stevenson Search Partners, a global life science executive search firm and a Hunt Scanlon Top 50 ranked search firm, has helped to recruit Nicholas Deakin as vice president, head of business development & strategy at Purespring Therapeutics in London. “We are delighted to welcome Dr. Nicholas Deakin, who joins Purespring as VP, head of business
Ginger Finds Appoints President
New York City-headquartered executive search firm Ginger Finds has named Grégoire Martin as its new president. The fresh set of eyes might well be coming in at just the right time as Ginger Puglia, chief executive officer and co-founder, said the luxury industry is only going to continue to change. “The minute I met Grégoire,
Russell Reynolds Associates Appoints Chief Technology and Data Officer
Global leadership advisory firm Russell Reynolds Associates has named Harpreet Khurana as chief technology and data officer. In his expanded role, Mr. Khurana will lead a unified technology organization that combines the firm’s information systems, digital and data, and AI efforts, reporting directly to CEO Constantine Alexandrakis. Recent studies show that 44 percent of workers will need
The Barton Partnership Expands Professional Services Practice
The Barton Partnership, a U.K.-based executive search firm, has expanded with the addition of Jane Harley as director within its professional services practice. Based in London, Ms. Harley will play a key role in strengthening The Barton Partnership’s professional services business, partnering with consulting and advisory firms to deliver senior-level talent solutions that support growth
Private Equity’s Winners Play a Different Game
A recent AlixPartners study, Leading Practices in Private Equity – How a PE Firm Can Stand Out from the Crowd, surveyed experienced PE executives on 57 practices spanning the fund lifecycle, from design to exit. While the practices themselves are familiar, the leaders in the field are distinguished by how deliberately and consistently they execute them. In
Jensen Partners Acquires Baier Associates
Jensen Partners, a women-owned executive search and corporate advisory firm that enables data-driven talent solutions for the asset management industry, has acquired global executive search and consulting firm Baier Associates (UK). Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Joining Jensen Partners will be Nishika Samaratunga, the firm’s co-founder and CEO, who spent that last half-decade
Occam Global Recruits Chief Business Officer for A-Alpha Bio
New York City-based executive search firm Occam Global has assisted in the recruitment of Troy Lionberger as chief business officer of biotechnology company A-Alpha Bio. “Troy brings a rare blend of deep technical fluency and commercial creativity,” said David Younger, co-founder and CEO of A-Alpha Bio. “His track record speaks for itself—from inventing platform applications to
