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Blue Rock Human Capital Recruits Chief People Officer for Mark III Construction
Talent acquisition strategies at many large companies have become as complex as their balance sheets. And while chief human resource officers play a vital role in overseeing an organization’s broad-based workforce, the chief people officer typically goes beyond overseeing its people policies. The focus instead is on building talent as a key competitive advantage, with more
Rudish Health Seeking Chief Investment Officer for MedStar Health
Boca Raton, FL-headquartered healthcare advisory and talent leadership firm Rudish Health has been selected by MedStar Health to lead in its search for a treasurer and chief investment officer. Charlotte Beck, Asmita Shah, and Jessica Cousino are leading the assignment. Reporting directly to the CFO as a member of the senior executive team, this leader will hold a
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.
Bespoke Partners Appoints Leader of People and HR Practice
San Diego, CA-headquartered Bespoke Partners recently named Dani Pfeiffer as a partner leading the people and human resources leader recruiting practice serving both software and industrials sector companies. She will lead dedicated recruiting teams on searches for talent executives for private equity portfolio companies for the software and SaaS clients served by Bespoke Partners and industrial clients served by Industra Talent Partners,
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?
Wilson Forms New Alliance with Poetry to Advance AI capabilities
Global talent solutions provider Wilson has formed a new partnership with Poetry to strengthen its AI-enabled recruitment capabilities. The collaboration supports Wilson’s continued focus on embedding technology into its RPO delivery model through Wilson Workspace, its technology ecosystem. “We’re excited to announce our new partnership with Poetry,” said Charles Faigle, chief delivery officer at Wilson. This
What Executive Candidates Want From Employers Today
The executive talent market today has fundamentally shifted and senior leaders are evaluating employers through a far more demanding lens. They no longer weigh opportunities primarily on compensation or title; they assess the total leadership experience: governance, culture, organizational stability, purpose, autonomy, flexibility and long-term growth, according to a report from Kestria. “To attract and retain
WittKieffer Retained by Roosevelt University for President Search
Oak Brook, IL-based WittKieffer has been retained by Roosevelt University in Chicago to lead in its search for its seventh president. Ali Malekzadeh is retiring after being with the school since 2015. Senior partner Christine Pendleton, consultant Sandra Chu, senior associate Maya Holt-Brockenbrough, and senior advisor Ray Crossman. Roosevelt University seeks a student-centered president who is committed
Buffkin / Baker Acquires HR-Focused Benson Executive Search
Partner-led executive search firm Buffkin / Baker has acquired Boston, MA-based Benson Executive Search, a boutique firm focused on the human resources sector. Financial terms of deal were not disclosed. The acquisition strengthens Buffkin / Baker’s HR functional capabilities and gives the firm a stronger presence in the Northeast. “We’re thrilled to welcome Benson Executive Search to
SPMB Recruits Fills Senior Finance Position for Uber
Steven Popper of SPMB Executive Search has placed Wendy Drummond Craig as senior director, technical accounting, reporting, and M&A at Uber. In her new role, she will oversee teams responsible for technical accounting matters, SEC reporting, and accounting for mergers and acquisitions. “Wendy brings an extraordinary combination of technical accounting expertise, SEC reporting experience, and strategic advisory leadership
True Launches AI Capability Index for Executive Assessment
Global executive talent platform True has launched the True AI Capability Index, a proprietary framework that predicts executive performance in the AI-transformation age. “We are entering a phase where relationship depth and judgment matter more than ever,” said Brad Stadler, co-founder and CEO of True Platform. “The cost of finding names is decreasing. True’s advantage lies in our ability
AI-Native Talent Won’t Fix AI-Foreign Organizations
As artificial intelligence moves from experimentation to enterprise-wide adoption, organizations are grappling with a fundamental question: what does it actually mean to become AI-native? While the term has quickly entered the business lexicon, many leaders are still struggling to define the capabilities, operating models, and cultural shifts required to make that vision a reality. “Some
ZRG Partners Acquires Fortium
ZRG Partners has acquired Fortium, a Dallas-based search firm that provides fractional, interim, and project-based CIO, CTO, and CISO leadership. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. “Companies are making more nuanced decisions about leadership than they did even a few years ago, particularly in technology,” said Mark Viner, leader of interim solutions & project
Lochlin Partners Recruits SVP of HR for the National Association of Corporate Directors
Lochlin Partners has placed Marian Stevens as senior vice president, human resources of the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) in Washington, D.C. “Marian’s deep experience in talent development, organizational effectiveness, and culture will help NACD to continue building the internal capabilities needed to support our growth and deliver on our mission,” said Peter Gleason, president and CEO of
JDG Associates Tapped by Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute to Find New Leader
Rockville, MD-based executive search firm JDG Associates has been retained by the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) to lead its search for a new president and CEO. The Chicago-based institute, the leading technical institute and trade association for the precast, prestressed concrete industry in North America, seeks a visionary and collaborative executive to succeed its long-serving chief executive,
IIC Partners Adds New Member Firm in New Zealand
IIC Partners Executive Search Worldwide has added Auckland, New Zealand-based Infinitas as its newest member firm expanding its capabilities across the Asia-Pacific region. “I am thrilled to welcome Infinitas to IIC Partners,” said Christine Hayward, executive director of IIC Partners. Their people-first philosophy, tech-enabled search processes, and talent advisory capabilities deeply align with our mission to transform
Hiring for the Culture You Don’t Yet Have
For much of the past decade, organizations have invested heavily in strategy, technology and operational efficiency to navigate an increasingly complex business environment. Yet despite these investments, many transformation initiatives continue to fall short of expectations. The differentiator is rarely the strategy itself. More often, success depends on whether leadership teams have the right people
BoardWalk Consulting Leading CEO Search for Downtown Atlanta Inc.
BoardWalk Consulting has been tapped by Downtown Atlanta Inc. (DAI) to lead in its search for a CEO. The search is being led by Sam Pettway, Crystal Stephens, and Patti Kish. The organization is seeking a leader who can help define what the next generation of Downtown Atlanta will become. This is a leadership opportunity of unusual scale and
Peña Search Assists To Be Like Me with the Recruitment of Executive Director
Peña Search recently assisted in the recruitment of Lauren Rowe as the new executive for To Be Like Me (TBLM) in Dallas, TX. Travis Hillier, Carlos González Peña, and Thaise Pereira led the assignment. She replaces To Be Like Me founder Hollis Owens, who has served as executive director since 2018 and initiated the search for her replacement last
BroadView Talent Partners Tapped by Baltimore Community Lending for President/CEO Search
BroadView Talent Partners was recently retained by Baltimore Community Lending, Inc. (BCL) to lead in its search for a new president and CEO. Tracy McMillan, Robyn Quinn, and Donna Young are leading the assignment. The CEO is the strategic, operational, and external leader of Baltimore Community Lending, responsible for driving the organization’s next era of growth and
Allen Austin Launches Evidence-Based Leadership Assessment VantagePoint
Houston, TX-based search firm Allen Austin launch of VantagePoint, an evidence-based leadership assessment that helps organizations identify and develop high-potential leaders with greater clarity and confidence. VantagePoint is grounded in three decades of leadership advisory work and original research by Allen Austin chairman and CEO Rob Andrews. Over two years, Mr. Andrews interviewed more than 100 CEOs,
The CHRO’s New Mandate
Across industries, the organizational design structure has shifted from a traditional pyramid to an hourglass model. This is not a recent development, explained Slayton Search Partners’ John Doyle in a recent report. “Organizational efficiencies, increased technology and the first wave of Baby Boomer retirements began this transition nearly two decades ago,” he said. “Experienced leaders have been retiring. Internal pipelines have
AGB Search Recruits 11th President for Lewis University
Washington, D.C.-based recruitment firm AGB Search, which specializes in higher education leadership assignments, has helped to recruit Christopher Sindt as the 11th president of Lewis University. The Lewis University board of trustees recently announced that president David Livingston, will retire at the conclusion of the 2025–26 academic year. Melissa K. Trotta, Matthew J. Kilcoyne, and John Cech led the assignment. “After
Kincannon & Reed Assists CCI Prime with CFO Search
Kincannon & Reed (K&R), which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has assisted in the recruitment of Jamie Broad as CFO of CCI Prime, bringing on a seasoned finance leader to support the company’s next phase of growth. “Jamie’s ability to connect financial insights to operational realities makes her an exceptional
EQU Advisors Seeking Senior Leader for Sarah Lawrence College
Executive search firm EQU Advisors was recently retained by Sarah Lawrence College to lead in its search for an associate vice president of enrollment. This executive will serve as a key member of the senior enrollment leadership team and a collaborative partner across the institution. This role is designed to strengthen coordination, elevate shared strategy, and support
Egon Zehnder Forms Alliance with IMD
Global leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder and IMD, a leading business school in global executive education, have formed a strategic partnership to facilitate board directors’ personal growth and elevate board performance. The partnership combines IMD’s academic rigor and deep connections to global boards with Egon Zehnder’s expertise in leadership and board effectiveness. Together, they will co-create tailored
Why Boards Are Betting on New CEOs and How to Set Them Up to Win
A growing number of companies are entrusting the corner office to leaders stepping into the CEO role for the first time. As succession strategies evolve and executive talent markets tighten, boards are increasingly prioritizing leadership potential, adaptability, and strategic vision over prior CEO experience. Boards now face a new question: which qualities make a first-time CEO succeed,
The Leadership Reset: What AI is Exposing About Today’s Executives
For decades, leadership success was largely measured by experience, team size, and the ability to manage complex organizations. Today, artificial intelligence is changing that equation, and it is reshaping how boards, investors, and hiring executives evaluate leadership talent. As AI transforms how work gets done, organizations are discovering that competitive advantage is no longer determined
Greenwood Asher & Associates Recruits Provost for the University of Cincinnati
Miramar Beach, FL-based executive recruitment firm Greenwood Asher & Associates has assisted the University of Cincinnati (UC) in the recruitment of Rudolph Buchheit as executive vice president for academic affairs and provost. Andriel Dees and Julie Schrodt led the assignment for the search firm. His selection follows a national search led by a dedicated search committee that was informed by
HARTZ Search Assists Geisinger with Recruitment of CIO
Charlotte, NC-based HARTZ Search has helped to recruit Bill Bellando as executive vice president and chief information officer of Geisinger. He joins Geisinger after serving as senior vice president and chief information officer at Georgia-based Wellstar Health System from 2022 to 2026. In this role, Mr. Bellando oversaw information technology and digital initiatives across the health system.
Executive Search in 2024: Challenges, Trends, and Hopes for a Hiring Resurgence in 2025
For many search firms in almost all industry segments, 2024 has been a tough year. There are many reasons for the recent downturn, and some firms have experienced a dip in revenues for even longer, according to Tim Tolan, founder, chairman, and managing partner of The Tolan Group. “Lots of changes are on the horizon
Millennials Cite Impact As Critical Factor In Choosing Next Job
As Millennials continue to populate workplaces around the country, what is most important to them when looking for a job may come as a surprise. The ability to make an impact on the businesses they work for matters most to Millennial employees, according to the recent ‘Millennials in the Workplace’ survey released by the Futurestep division of Korn Ferry. In
SRi Expands Into the U.S.
Executive search firm SRi (Sports Recruitment International) has expanded to the U.S. with the appointment of Steven Moser as a consultant. Mr. Moser becomes the first SRi appointment to be permanently based stateside, expanding the firm’s global reach that already includes bases in Australia, Canada, China, Germany, Singapore, Switzerland and the U.K. He will be based in Phoenix. Specializing
Bespoke Partners Recruits CFO for Syncsort
Executive search firm Bespoke Partners has recruited Bob Bies as chief financial officer of Syncsort. Mr. Bies has multi-faceted financial experience, including 20-plus years in CFO roles, driving successes with venture capital and private equity-backed, technology-based, B2B growth businesses. As CFO, he will lead Syncsort’s finance, legal and corporate development teams to help build on Syncsort’s
Carmichael Fisher Leading Chief Risk Officer Search for PayPal
Executive search firm Carmichael Fisher has been retained by PayPal to lead its search for a new chief risk officer for the company’s Hong Kong business. Carmichael Fisher principal, Jonathan Harper, who placed PayPal’s Australian chief risk officer is leading the search. As PayPal’s Asian presence expands, the worldwide online payments concern is seeking a new chief risk
Hudson Global Posts 7.9 Percent Revenue Decline
Hudson Global Inc. / (NASDAQ:HSON) posted second quarter revenues of $113.1 million, down 7.9 percent from a year ago. However, revenue rose 4.1 percent on a constant currency basis when excluding the company’s Americas IT business, which it sold to Mastech Holdings last June; its Netherlands business, which it sold to InterBalance Group BV; and the Ukraine, Czech Republic, Slovakia and
Stable Hiring Plans to Continue Through Second Half of 2016
The U.S. hiring outlook for the next six months is expected to mirror the same period in 2015 – but paychecks will likely become a little bigger, according to CareerBuilder’s 2016 mid-year job forecast. More than half of employers will raise wages for current employees, while two in five will offer higher starting salaries on job offers in the second
Herbert Mines Associates Lands CEO for J.McLaughlin
Herbert Mines Associates has recruited Mary Ellen Coyne as chief executive officer of J.McLaughlin. In her role as CEO, Ms. Coyne will be responsible for leading the overall direction of J.McLaughlin and will oversee all aspects of strategy and operations, including merchandising, product development, marketing, brand development as well as continued retail and ecommerce growth. Ms. Coyne joins J.McLaughlin
DiMarchi Partners Leading President Search for Boulder Community Hospital Foundation
Executive search firm DiMarchi Partners has been retained by Boulder Community Hospital Foundation to lead in its search for a new president. “The foundation represents the philanthropic and fundraising arm of the Boulder Community Health System, the largest private / independent healthcare facility on the front range of Colorado. Ensuring its vitality and success is vicariously ensuring
Gilman Partners Forms Non-Profit Leadership Practice
Due to growing demand for talented leaders of non-profit organizations, executive search firm Gilman Partners has formed a non-profit leadership practice. Under the direction of partner Barry Elkus, in collaboration with partner Karen Finan, the firm’s new non-profit leadership practice works with non-profit organizations to identify, screen, and attract talent for mission critical roles including CEO, COO,
Penrhyn Adds Leaders & Co. / Davies Park Executive Search In Canada
Penrhyn International has announced a further strategic expansion into North America with a joint venture partnership between Canadian executive search firms Leaders & Co and Davies Park Executive Search. With offices in Montreal, Toronto, Ottawa, Winnipeg, Saskatoon, Edmonton, Calgary and Vancouver, Leaders & Co. / Davies Park Executive Search specialize in board level positions, leadership succession, and executive
David Barrett Partners Leading CEO Search for Harvard Management Co.
Executive search firm David Barrett Partners has been selected by Harvard Management Company (HMC), the investment management arm of Harvard University, to lead its search for a new chief executive officer. Harvard Management Co. manages the college’s massive $37.6 billion endowment. Past president and CEO Stephen Blyth has resigned for personal reasons. Robert A. Ettl, the organization’s chief operating officer,
Court Throws Out Order for Recruiter to Pay Restitution to Korn Ferry
A panel of the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals unanimously threw out an order requiring executive recruiter David Nosal, founding chairman and CEO of San Francisco-based NGS Global, to pay restitution to his former employer Korn Ferry. The deeply divided panel affirmed, however, Mr. Nosal’s convictions for trade secret and CFAA (computer-related) offenses. Mr. Nosal’s
Minnesota Twins Turn to Korn Ferry In Search for Next GM
Korn Ferry has been retained by the Minnesota Twins to replace general manager Terry Ryan. Vice President and assistant general manager Rob Antony will assume GM duties on an interim basis until a full time replacement is named. Mr. Ryan was fired July 18, ending a three-decade stretch with the organization. The Twins started today with the worst
Robert Half Posts 5.7 Percent Revenue Increase
Robert Half International Inc./(NYSE:RHI) posted second quarter revenues of $1.34 billion, up 5.7 percent from a year ago, falling short of Wall Street forecasts. Three analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $1.36 billion. The Menlo Park, CA-based company recorded net income for the quarter of $92 million, or $.71 per share, compared to $90 million, or $.67 per share, during the second
A Deliberate and Custom Approach to Recruitment
The executive search industry is growing at a record pace, fueled by search work, to be sure — but also by all sorts of related solutions services — from assessment, culture shaping and leadership development to market intelligence, talent mapping and data analytics to name just a few. While the largest industry players are under pressure
Companies Now Anticipate Hiring At Slower Rates In Third Quarter
The National Association for Business Economics’ ‘Business Conditions Survey’ indicates job gains were more common than job losses in the second quarter, but plans for third quarter hiring eased from three months ago. The share of respondents reporting rising employment at their companies over the past three months edged up to 30 percent from 29 percent
Snodgrass Partners Creates Tennis Recruiting and Consulting Division
Executive search firm Snodgrass Partners has established a new tennis recruiting and consulting division. The new sports practice combines more than 60 years of tennis industry experience with decades of executive search, consulting and alternative hiring expertise. The tennis recruiting and consulting arm of Snodgrass Partners matches NCAA Division I tennis programs, racquet clubs and resorts
Harvard Group Recruits CEO for Boys and Girls Clubs of Monterey County
Executive search firm Harvard Group International (HGI) has recruited Michael L. Jackson as chief executive officer of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Monterey County (BGCMC). He succeeds Donna Ferraro who has led the non-profit organization since 1991. Cyndi Court, managing director with Harvard Group International’s non-profit practice, led the search assignment. Dr. Jackson’s career includes
Heidrick & Struggles Heading Chief Actuary Search for CalPERS
Heidrick & Struggles has been selected by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) to lead its search for a new chief actuary. The incoming executive will direct the development and implementation of actuarial policies and procedures, and advise the board of administration and its committees on actuarial issues. The actuarial office at CalPERS prepares separate
Horton Group Appoints Chairman
Horton Group International has elected Andreas Wartenberg as its new chairman of the board. He takes this position over from Robin Billen, who is a managing partner of Horton International in Australia. Mr. Wartenberg is a managing director of Hager Unternehmensberatung / Horton International in Germany and has been an executive search consultant for almost 25 years,
Workforce Dynamics: Wage Growth Slows In Second Quarter
The U.S. labor market maintained its trend of growth in wages in the second quarter but at a slower pace, according to the ADP ‘Workforce Vitality Report.’ Gains in the second quarter were driven by growth in hours worked and employment. The report tracks a set of full-time workers to determine wage growth among those who are
BSG Team Ventures Recruits Chief Learning Officer for Human Capital Institute
Executive search firm BSG Team Ventures has placed Courtney Vital as chief learning officer at Human Capital Institute (HCI). Todd Hand, a managing director at BSG Team Ventures, led the search. In this role, Ms. Vital will lead the growing function that provides professional development, certification, and training to HCI’s individual and corporate members around the world. Her team oversees all aspects of educational strategy,
Korn Ferry Assists CPS Energy In CEO Search
Korn Ferry has recruited internal candidate Paula Gold-Williams as chief executive officer of CPS Energy. Past CEO Doyle Beneby has left the organization to join Chicago-based New Generation Power International. Ms. Gold-Williams, who had served as the company’s group EVP and chief financial officer, assumed the interim CEO role when Korn Ferry began the search. “She
Jorgenson Consulting Opens NY City Office; Names Managing Director
Greensboro, North Carolina-based executive search firm Jorgenson Consulting has named Dianne Reid as managing director of its newly opened New York City office. She will be responsible for business development, executive search and client management. Todd Jorgenson, managing director and principal, said the firm opened the new office to further serve its clients with operations in the northeastern and
Signium Expands Into Brazil
Executive search firm Signium has opened a new office in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Led by Marcelo Apovian, Jorge Kraljevic and Gilberto Lara, Signium Brazil will provide executive search services across industries, including industrial, consumer / luxury retail, financial, as well as business & professional services. The partners of Signium Brazil bring over 55 years of cumulative
Heidrick & Struggles Posts 11.9 Percent Revenue Gain
Executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International / (NASDAQ:HSII) has posted second quarter net revenues of $148.9 million, an 11.9 percent increase from revenues of $133 million during the same period a year ago, topping Wall Street forecasts. Executive search and leadership consulting net revenue at Heidrick increased 11.6 percent year-over-year, to $139.2 million from $124.7 million in the 2015 second quarter.
Options Group Appoints Head of Its Classified Strategic Initiative
Global financial recruiting specialist Options Group has named Debbie Freer as head of OGNext, the firm’s classified strategic initiative. Ms. Freer will be establishing the career transformation organization as a new company within the larger organization of Options Group. Her focus will be on executive leadership as well as building a world class career transformation firm. In his
Russell Reynolds Associates Leading Chief People Officer Search for HM Revenues & Customs
Executive search firm Russell Reynolds Associates has been tapped by HM Revenues & Customs (HMRC) to lead its search for a new chief people officer. The CPO will responsible for the people agenda across HMRC. The position is said to be pivotal to delivering the large-scale workforce planning, leadership and skills elements of HMRC’s transformation and
PFM Executive Search Recruits CFO for Capital Regional District
PFM Executive Search has placed Nelson Chan as chief financial officer of Capital Regional District (CRD). In his new role, Mr. Chan will be responsible for overseeing all fiscal and fiduciary responsibilities for the organization, in conjunction with the board of directors and the finance, audit, and investment committees of the board. Mr. Chan has experience in both the public
Allen Austin Names Global Technology Practice Leader
Executive search firm Allen Austin has added Paul Moran as managing partner and global technology practice leader. He will be based in the firm’s Boston office. Mr. Moran has over 25 years of experience in executive search and leadership solutions servicing clients on a variety of projects across functions, including board selection, general management, professional services, sales, marketing, finance,
Contingent Workforce Continues to Expand Globally
New Zealand ranked as the highest-ranked country for contingent workforce operations in 2016, followed by Singapore and the Philippines, according to the fourth contingent workforce index (CWI) released by ManpowerGroup. The U.S. fell to sixth place from second on the list, and Canada dropped to seventh from third. The index measures and tracks the relative ease
