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Slone Partners Recruits Chief Business Officer for Vertero Therapeutics
Life sciences-focused search firm Slone Partners has assisted in the recruitment of Jeffrey S. Kasten as chief business officer of Vertero Therapeutics, a clinical-stage biotechnology company breaking barriers in neurodegenerative disease treatment. “Jeffrey Kasten brings a deep and diversified business development and strategic management skill set to Vertero as the company expands its portfolio of therapies designed to help physicians better
DRiWaterstone Human Capital Tapped by WJCT Public Media to Lead CEO Search
VA-based DRiWaterstone Human Capital has been retained by WJCT Public Media to lead in its search for a new president and CEO. The president and CEO of WJCT Public Media serves as the organization’s chief executive, responsible for ensuring the effective operation, sustainability, and growth of the organization. This leader guides the strategic vision, champions innovation, and represents WJCT
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 Succession Planning Is Critical to Reducing Leadership Risk
Most organizations have something they refer to as a succession plan — a spreadsheet, a nine-box grid updated once a year and then put away, or an annual HR review. But very few can answer the question that truly matters: if a critical leader left tomorrow, would the organization be able to keep executing? That’s
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?
Rokos Group Seeking Chief Medical Officer for Center for Elders’ Independence
Newport Beach, CA-based executive search firm Rokos Group has been selected by Center for Elders’ Independence (CEI) to lead in its search for a chief medical officer. Reporting to the president and CEO, the chief medical officer will serve as CEI’s senior physician executive and a full member of the executive leadership team. This is a strategic
ADK Consulting & Executive Search Assists the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority with CEO Search
ADK Consulting & Executive Search recently assisted in the recruitment of Cris Jensen as the new president and CEO of the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority (RTAA). Rod Dinger led the assignment. “It is my honor to announce the board has chosen Cris Jensen to serve as the next president and CEO, and his contract negotiations are currently underway,” said Shaun Carey, chair of
How CEOs Can Overcome Setbacks and Emerge Stronger
Executive search firms are increasingly being called upon to assess more than a candidate’s track record of growth, transformation, and financial performance. As boards search for CEOs capable of leading through persistent uncertainty, resilience has become a critical component of the leadership profile. Search consultants are placing greater emphasis on how executives have responded to
Occam Global Recruits CFO for eGenesis
New York City-based executive search firm Occam Global has placed Glenn Vraniak as CFO of eGenesis, a biotechnology company developing human-compatible engineered organs for transplantation. “eGenesis is entering a pivotal stage in our evolution as we prepare to advance our programs through clinical development and lay the foundation for future commercialization,” said Mike Curtis, CEO of eGenesis.
Maven Partnership Names Partner and Consultants
Global talent advisory firm Maven Partnership has recently promoted Tom Chambers to partner, Seb Coughlin as consultant, and George Roberts to consultant. “We are delighted to announce the well-deserved promotions of several exceptional individuals here at Maven Partnership, Will Hannaford, chief executive officer. “We’re committed to the growth and development of our people, and it’s fantastic to
The Execution Era: How Transformation Is Reshaping Private Equity
Most PE value creation plans don’t fail on strategy. They fail between the plan and the doing. With longer holds and less forgiving exit windows, delivery discipline is carrying more of the return, according to a new report from Wilton & Bain’s Jack Syred and James Royall. The report reflects patterns Wilton & Bain has
JDG Associates Retained by the Institute for Defense Analyses to Lead VP of Corporate Operations Search
Rockville, MD-based executive search firm JDG Associates has been tapped by the Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) to lead its search for their vice president of corporate operations, based in Alexandria, VA. IDA seeks a seasoned operational and business transformation leader to modernize systems, processes, and service delivery across the organization. Serving as a corporate officer and
Modern Executive Solutions adds Partner to Lead Growth of M1 Talent Community
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has appointed Bria Bass as as partner, where she will lead the continued growth and expansion of the M1 Talent Community across North America and Europe. “Bria brings a rare combination of executive advisory, deep community-building experience, and an exceptional ability to connect leaders in meaningful ways,” said Mark Oppenheimer, CEO
AI Is Rewriting the Executive Hiring Playbook
Insight Partners’ latest research suggests the AI era is creating a new executive hiring playbook. Based on more than 400 executive searches and interviews with over 1,400 leadership candidates, the firm’s talent team argues that many of the characteristics defining today’s strongest product and engineering leaders would have been viewed as weaknesses only a few years
FMG Leading Acquires Market Intelligence And Strategic Advisory Firm BroadBranch Advisors
Human capital advisory firm FMG Leading has acquired market intelligence and strategic advisory firm BroadBranch Advisors. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. “In today’s high-pressure landscape, translating forward-looking intelligence into action faster and more effectively is critical for our clients, especially in the investor-backed healthcare space,” said Matt Brubaker, chairman and CEO of FMG Leading. “By
PARC Street Group Places Chief Operating Officer for Mission Valley Bank
PARC Street Group has assisted in the recruitment Amanda Connell as chief operating officer at Mission Valley Bank. This search was completed by PARC Street Group senior executive search consultant Michelle Davis, executive recruiter Tabassum Nagpurwala, and executive search associate Priscilla Chacon. Ms. Connell brings more than 15 years of progressive leadership experience across community
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Build a New Performance Model for Executive Recruiters
As the executive search industry faces growing pressure to deliver stronger and more consistent results, firms are reassessing how recruiters are trained, developed, and prepared to meet changing client demands. A few months ago, Hunt Scanlon and its HSiQ Talent Intelligence advisory unit introduced the Recruiter Performance Training Program, a practical, execution-focused system designed to
U.S. Payrolls Fall by 23,000 in July as Unemployment Rate Dips to 4.1 Percent
Employment fell by 23,000 in July as the U.S. unemployment rate stood at 4.1 percent, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. The number of unemployed people, at 6.9 million, changed little in July. Among the major worker groups, the unemployment rates for teenagers (12.1 percent) and people who are Hispanic (4.6 percent) declined
Parker Remick Expands with New Partner
Seattle, WA-based Parker Remick has appointed Adam Szepkouski as partner of consulting excellence. The firm explained that this hire reflects a broader push to refine execution and scale delivery as demand for senior technology leaders accelerates. The appointment comes at a time of structural change in technology leadership. AI is reshaping how technology organizations are built and
The Data Migration Paralysis Problem: Why Firms Stay on Old Platforms Too Long
Technology has become a defining competitive advantage for executive search firms, yet many organizations continue to rely on aging platforms that no longer innovate. While artificial intelligence, automation, and data-driven workflows are reshaping the industry, the hesitation to replace legacy systems often leaves firms struggling with inefficiencies that quietly accumulate over time. The greatest obstacle
Recruiterflow Offers Four-Step Playbook for Building an AI-Native Search Firm
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how executive search firms identify talent, manage information, engage candidates, and serve clients. But adopting an AI-powered platform alone does not make a recruiting organization AI-native. The larger challenge is integrating technology across the search lifecycle in ways that improve decision-making, strengthen execution, and allow consultants to devote more attention
Kirk Palmer Associates Recruits Chief Merchandising Officer for Belk
Retail-focused executive search firm Kirk Palmer Associates has helped to recruit Molly Taylor as chief merchandising officer at retailer Belk, where she will lead merchandising strategy and vision across all product categories. Melissa Sussberg and Alexa Liebman led the assignment. Ms. Taylor is a merchandising executive with over 30 years of experience connecting topline vision to bottom-line performance
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
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
ZRG Acquires Aspen Leadership Group
Global talent advisory firm ZRG has acquired Aspen Leadership Group, a search firm focused on placing and supporting top fundraising leaders and executive talent in educational institutions and the broader non-profit sector. Hunt Scanlon Ventures, the Greenwich, Connecticut-based human capital M&A advisory firm, served as an advisor on the deal. “The addition of Aspen Leadership Group is
Furst Group Recruits Hospice President
Executive search firm Furst Group has recruited Gayle Mattson as president of Haven Hospice and Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice of the Florida Keys (VNA/HFK). Ms. Mattson will have overall responsibility for the development and execution of the strategic, operational and clinical programs and services provided to the patients and families served by Haven Hospice and
Dunleavy White Expands Into Germany
London-based executive search firm Dunleavy White has opened a new office in Frankfurt, Germany as part of ongoing expansion plans. The office launch follows the firm’s recently established expansions to London, Dubai and Bangkok. “Germany has a large and thriving travel and aviation sector,” said managing partner Rick White. “The opening of the Frankfurt office is an important
Companies Add 255,000 As U.S. Economy Powers On
Employers added a healthy 255,000 jobs last month as the U.S. unemployment rate remained unchanged at 4.9 percent, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. The number of workers unemployed was essentially unchanged at 7.8 million. This report follows the addition of 287,000 jobs added in June. “The economy continues to power
Storbeck / Pimentel Leading Chief Compliance Officer Search
Storbeck / Pimentel & Associates has been retained by the University of North Texas Health Science Center (UNTHSC) to lead its search for a new chief compliance officer. The CCO position reports to the president and has direct access to the audit committee of the board of regents. The position is responsible for leadership and guidance in establishing and
Spencer Stuart Recruits CEO for TriMas Corporation
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has recruited Thomas A. Amato as president and chief executive officer of The TriMas Corporation. He succeeds David M. Wathen, who has recently stepped down. In 2009 Spencer Stuart placed Mr. Wathen into the CEO role at the company. Mr. Amato brings more than 25 years of broad industrial experience, having served in several
CDI Corp. Posts Eight Percent Revenue Decrease
CDI Corp./(NYSE:CDI) posted first quarter revenues of $226.7 million, a decrease of 8.2 percent from revenues of $246.8 million a year ago. The decline was seven percent in constant currency. The quarter included $11 million in revenue from EdgeRock Technologies LLC, acquired in October and now comprising CDI’s specialty talent vertical within its talent and technology solutions segment. During the quarter, MRINetwork, the company’s
Amrop Expands In Asia and LATAM
Amrop, a partnership of recruiting firms operating from 77 offices in 55 countries throughout Asia, EMEA, and the Americas, has expanded its staff with the additions of four new partners to its global team of search consultants. Deepak Dalal becomes a member of Amrop India’s industrial practice, leading its automotive & engineering vertical. He joined Amrop
Heidrick & Struggles Acquires London-Based JCA Group
Heidrick & Struggles has acquired JCA Group, a well-known London-based executive search advisory boutique. Financial terms of the deal have not yet been disclosed. JCA Group is led by founding partners Jan Hall and Emma Fallon, and has 40 employees, including eight partners. The firm has been a leader in addressing gender disparity among boards, as a policy
Vetted Solutions Leading Laboratory Association CEO Search
Executive search firm Vetted Solutions LLC has been retained by the American Association for Laboratory Accreditation to lead its search for a new president and chief executive officer. The assignment is being led by Vetted Solutions president James Zaniello and vice president Judy Walker. The Association’s president / CEO has responsibility for providing strategic leadership by collaborating with its board
Boyden Recruits CHRO for The Aerospace Corporation
Executive search firm Boyden has recruited Heather Laychak as chief human resources officer (CHRO) of The Aerospace Corporation. Tim McNamara, managing partner of Boyden’s Washington, D.C. office and a leader in the firm’s aerospace, defense & intelligence and global transportation sectors, led the search. “One of Aerospace’s five core values is commitment to our people,” said Dr.
Raines International Names Diversity & Inclusion Practice Co-Head
Executive search firm Raines International has appointed Pauly Rodney as co-head of its diversity and inclusion search practice. Based in New York City, Mr. Rodney will also become a member of the firm’s marketing and advertising practice. Prior to joining Raines International, he served as New Jersey executive director of America Needs You, a national non-profit. He previously
Not Actively Looking: A New Professional Networking Option
The most valuable asset for any company is its human capital. For recruiters charged with keeping their candidate pipelines full, active and viable, they are always looking for new and innovative ways to power up these professional treasure troves whenever and wherever they can. But one thing seems to remain constant among these talent databases: recruiters
Russell Reynolds Associates Forms Partnership to Gain Assessment Services
Executive search firm Russell Reynolds Associates and Hogan Assessments, a global provider of personality assessment and leadership development, have formed a partnership designed to increase the success rate of executive appointments and accelerate the development of rising leaders. The alliance combines Russell Reynolds’ depth of expertise in advising senior executives and boards on executive search and succession
Benchmark Executive Search Retained to Recruit Chief Security Officer
Benchmark Executive Search has been retained by SSL MDA Holdings to lead its search for a chief security officer. Jeremy King, president of Benchmark, is leading the assignment. “We are honored to be selected to conduct this important search,” said Mr. King. “We look forward to taking this great opportunity to the best security chiefs in the industry.”
Egon Zehnder Leading CEO Search for Racing Victoria
Egon Zehnder has been retained by Racing Victoria to lead its search for a chief executive officer. Current CEO Bernard Saundry will be stepping down this December. Mr. Saundry has agreed to stay onboard to help out during Racing Victoria’s search for his replacement. “I have thoroughly enjoyed my time working within the Victorian thoroughbred racing industry and
Access Search Partners Adds India Member Firm Specialist
Access Search Partners (ASP), a new global partnership of executive search firms recently launched by Polachi Inc., has added White Ocean Expert Consulting (WOEC) as its newest member for to address the growing executive search market in India. WOEC is a global executive search and consulting firm focusing on technology and industrial sectors across India and
GRMSearch Names Consultants In South Africa, Australia and Japan
Executive search firm GRMSearch (GRM) has strengthened its global platform with new appointments in South Africa, Australia and Japan. In Johannesburg, GRM has signed on recruitment and insurance professional Kumari Naicker to its global insurance recruitment & consultancy practice group. Ms. Naicker’s coverage will help to grow the firm’s global footprint across Europe, Africa, Asia and
Executive Recruiters Look to U.S. As Brexit Fallout Deepens
In the immediate aftermath of the Brexit vote six weeks ago, London-headquartered search firm Hoggett Bowers mobilized 80 senior executives from a range of sectors to begin taking stock of Britain’s historic vote to sever its 43-year relationship with the E.U. On the search firm’s mind: What is the likely impact of Brexit on hiring? That question has been the singular focus of
Diversified Search Fills Board Post for Constellation Brands
Executive search firm Diversified Search has placed Frederic Cumenal, chief executive officer of Tiffany & Co., to serve as a member of the board of directors at Constellation Brands. Charles King, a managing director in the firm’s New York office, led the search. “We’re pleased to welcome Frederic to the board of directors,” said Richard Sands, Constellation’s chairman
Heidrick & Struggles Names Media and Entertainment Practice Leader
Executive search and culture shaping advisor Heidrick & Struggles International has appointed Simon Pollock as head of its media and entertainment practice. He is based in the firm’s London office. Mr. Pollock brings with him more than 30 years of experience in the media and entertainment sector. Prior to joining Heidrick, he was a partner at
DES Recruitment Lands COO for N3
Executive search firm DES Recruitment has placed Shannon Copeland as chief operating officer at N3. The placement continues a long-standing partnership between John Hodge, managing partner at DES Recruitment, and Jeff Laue, chief executive officer of N3. Mr. Copeland brings to N3 a wealth of experience and operations knowledge that he can use to help drive further success for
IIC Partners Names Eight New Consultants
IIC Partners has announced the addition of eight new consultants to its member firms in Hamburg, Hong Kong, London, New York, Shanghai and Sydney. Marlière & Gerstlauer Executive Search, located in Hamburg, has appointed Göran Petersen as a consultant. With an extensive background in the renewable energy and green technology sectors, Mr. Petersen brings over 20
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,
