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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
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.
What a Great Executive Onboarding Plan Actually Looks Like
Executive search firms devote significant time and expertise to identifying leaders capable of driving organizational success, yet the work of ensuring those executives thrive often begins only after the search concludes. As organizations face mounting pressure to maximize leadership investments and accelerate executive impact, onboarding is emerging as a critical extension of the search process
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?
Slone Partners Recruits Chief Scientific Officer for Prolynx
Life sciences-focused search firm Slone Partners has recruited Amer Mirza as chief scientific officer at Prolynx, a biotechnology company developing a next-generation portfolio of ultra-long-acting medicines for obesity and related metabolic conditions. “Dr. Amer Mirza is an accomplished scientific leader whose deep expertise in drug discovery and development and passion for innovation make him exceptionally well suited to serve as
Wilson Appoints New CEO
Global talent solutions provider Wilson has announced a planned leadership transition as founder and CEO John Wilson moves into a role on the board after nearly 24 years leading the company. Jean-Francois Vezina has been appointed CEO and will lead the next phase of Wilson’s growth and innovation. “It was important to me that the company be
ATS vs. CRM: Why Both Matter in Executive Search
An ATS is designed to move candidates through a single search, not to maintain relationships over the years between searches. In executive search, however, those long-term relationships are where most of the revenue is actually generated. A new report from Recruiterflow breaks down the difference between an ATS and an executive search CRM, why relationship-driven
Potrero Group Leads Search for the Leader of Bay Area’s Largest Trail Network
San Francisco-based leadership consulting and search firm Potrero Group has assisted in the recruitment of Kirsten Saenz Tobey as the executive director of the Bay Area Ridge Trail Council. This follows a national search. “Kirsten brings exactly the combination of strategic vision, entrepreneurial leadership, and genuine passion for conservation that this moment calls for,” said Taylor
Caldwell Appoints COO; Announces New Regional Managing Partner Structure
Toronto-based Caldwell has named John Blank as chief operating officer. The firm has also established a new regional managing partner structure designed to support the firm’s continued growth, strengthen operational effectiveness, and enhance coordination across its global platform. In his new role, Mr. Blank will oversee Caldwell’s business and people operations, including regional leadership, talent and people
The Evolution of the CHRO: From Personnel to Enterprise Leadership
The responsibilities of today’s chief human resources officer extend far beyond talent management, reflecting a broader shift in how organizations view leadership and business performance. As workforce transformation, artificial intelligence, and organizational change reshape corporate priorities, the CHRO has become an increasingly influential voice in helping CEOs and boards navigate strategic decisions. Not long ago,
GHP Search Assists Christel House with the Recruitment of New Board Members
GHP Search, formerly known as Greenwich Harbor Partners, has helped Christel House Intl. to recruit John Gomes, partner, global telecom and technology at Bain & Co, and former partner, software at Kearney, Mani Iyer, chief AI and technology officer at Vanguard and former SVP – global head of infrastructure, data and technology at Paypal. Mr. Gomes is a globally recognized transformation and strategy leader in
TOC Arts Partners Assists Union Arts Center with the Recruitment of First Artistic Director
Following an extensive national search, New York City-based TOC Arts Partners has assisted Union Arts Center in Seattle, WA, with the recruitment of Yuvika Tolani as the first permanent artistic director. The search was led by vice president of executive search, Cynthia Fuhrman. “As a former resident of Seattle myself, I have enjoyed many performances
Why PE Organizations Need to Apply Their Own Playbook to Themselves
Private equity firms have long applied rigorous operating frameworks to the companies they acquire, but many have yet to bring that same discipline to their own organizations. As market conditions demand stronger operational execution and more consistent value creation, leading firms are rethinking how they structure teams, define leadership roles, and integrate operating expertise across
ZRG Aspen Leadership Group Seeking Chief of Development for the American LGBTQ+ Museum
ZRG Aspen Leadership Group was recently retained by the American LGBTQ+ Museum to lead in its search for chief of development. Jeanette Rivera-Watts is leading the assignment. Reporting to the executive director, the chief of development will provide the leadership, direction, and coordination of fundraising strategies and activities to advance the mission of the American
Lochlin Partners Recruits CFO for the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association
Lochlin Partners has recruited Janelle Padgett as VP and CFO of the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association in Glen Allen, VA. Ms. Padgett has more than 25 years of progressive executive leadership experience across complex healthcare systems, including multiple CFO, controller, and senior finance leadership roles within both for-profit and non-profit healthcare organizations. Most recently,
Why PE Firms Need Operational CFOs as Executive Growth Planners
Consider a private equity deal team forced to hold a portfolio company well beyond its planned exit timeline—not because the business underperformed, but because the IPO market stalled and potential buyers disappeared. Today, that scenario is more common than exceptional, a recent report from Odgers explained. “In an era where capital is abundant but exits
Executive Hiring Without Borders: Navigating the Opportunities and Risks
Remote work has transformed how we do business. When it comes to hiring, there are no borders. Companies can choose leaders from around the globe to guide their organizations. While beneficial, this can also present issues, according to a new report from Stahl Recruiting Executive Search, an executive search firm specializing in the railway industry. “When
Academic Search Recruits 10th President for the University of Saint Mary
Following a nationwide search, education-focused executive recruiter Academic Search has assisted in the recruitment of Ann Marie Fallon as the 10th president of the University of Saint Mary (USM) in Leavenworth, KS. Senior consultants Suzanne Mellon and Disa Mason led the assignment. She will succeed Sister Diane Steele, who has led USM for 25 years and last summer announced her
Why Human Judgment Will Matter More in the Age of AI
AI will accomplish extraordinary things—but it will also tempt us to mistake output for humanity. It has the potential to boost productivity, reduce costs, accelerate insight and innovation, and, when used thoughtfully, even deepen our self-awareness. As AI agents and systems become increasingly capable of showing reasoning, empathy, and elements of judgment, many people will
The Tolan Group Recruits VP of Payor Strategy at CCRM Fertility
The Tolan Group (TTG) has placed Marianne Fanning as vice president of payor strategy at CCRM Fertility, bringing extensive experience in managed care strategy, payor relations, and reimbursement optimization. Ms. Fanning’s appointment reflects CCRM Fertility’s continued investment in expanding patient access, strengthening payor partnerships, and supporting the organization’s long-term growth strategy. Prior to joining CCRM Fertility,
Kaye/Bassman Names Leader of North Division, Construction and Real Estate Practice
Plano, TX-based executive search firm Kaye/Bassman International (KBIC), a Starfish Partners company, has named Lee Martin as managing director and practice leader of the north division within its construction and real estate practice. In this expanded leadership role, he will lead the continued growth of the firm’s commercial real estate, building construction, and construction technology practices across the northern United States, further advancing KBIC’s integrated
How Executive Search Is Evolving Alongside Private Equity
With private equity firms placing greater emphasis on operational execution and long-term value creation, expectations around leadership strategy are rapidly evolving. Search firms are increasingly being asked to move beyond traditional recruiting models and serve as broader talent advisors aligned with investment outcomes. In this environment, the distinction between transactional hiring and strategic partnership is
DSG | Koya Retained by Gilda’s Club Chicago for CEO Search
DSG | Koya has been tapped by Gilda’s Club Chicago to lead in its search for a new CEO. The search is being led by Cheryl Stevens and Claire Hunt. The next CEO will have the chance to build on Gilda’s Club Chicago’s strong foundation while leaving a lasting mark—expanding its reach, deepening community and healthcare
June Hiring Cools While Unemployment Holds at 4.2 Percent
Employment increased by 57,000 in June as the U.S. unemployment rate stood at 4.2 percent, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. The number of unemployed people, at 7.1 million, changed little in June. Employment continued to trend up in professional and business services, social assistance, and healthcare. Leisure and hospitality lost jobs. The
Bell Oaks Executive Search Seeking Chief Finance and Administrative Officer for the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation
Atlanta-based Bell Oaks Executive Search is currently seeking a chief finance and administrative officer (CFAO) for the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation (WRF). The assignment is being led by partner Cynthia J. Moreland and senior search consultant Abi Gamino. The CFAO will serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and a key member of the executive
Leadership Advisory Enters a New Capital Cycle
Private capital is making one of its strongest moves yet into the leadership advisory sector. Recent investments by KKR in ghSMART and Advent International in Heidrick & Struggles represent more than headline transactions. Together, they signal a growing conviction among investors that leadership advisory firms occupy a unique position within the modern enterprise, helping organizations navigate leadership succession, organizational effectiveness, talent assessment, and
Crist|Kolder Places CFO at Mondelēz International
Crist|Kolder Associates has placed Amit Banati as executive vice president and chief financial officer of NASDAQ-traded Mondelēz International in Chicago. He will report directly to Dirk Van de Put, chair and CEO, and will be a member of the Mondelēz International leadership team. “Amit is a highly experienced CFO who brings a strong blend of financial leadership
Why Searches Lose Discipline Late and How to Prevent It
Even well-run executive searches can lose focus as the process unfolds and pressure to reach a decision begins to mount. Without consistent alignment around the original mandate, organizations risk making compromises that can undermine long-term leadership success. Most executive searches start with real clarity, a recent report from Nashville, TN-based executive search firm Morgan Samuels Company’s
NPAG Assists Proteus Fund with CEO Search
Executive search firm NPAG has assisted in the recruitment of Amardeep Singh the new president and CEO of Proteus Fund and Proteus Action League. He will officially assume the role in September. The Proteus Fund board of directors selected Mr. Singh following a rigorous national search supported by NPAG. The search was led by Ellen LaPointe, Ebony Breaux-Liang, and Andres Marcuse-Gonzalez. “On
Women’s Representation in the C-Suites Declines as Gender Parity Remains Elusive
In March of 2024, S&P Global published an alarming report: for the first time in two decades, C-suite women lost seats in the S&P Total Market Index. In 2022, women held 12.2 percent of the 15,000 C-suite positions across publicly traded U.S. firms. However, this regressed to just 11.8 percent by the end of 2023. While
Odgers Berndtson Adds Technology Practice Specialist in Boston
Odgers Berndtson has added Jay Hussey in its Boston office as a partner overseeing the firm's technology practice in the U.S. Mr. Hussey will lead the team responsible for managing domestic and global searches for C-suite executives in the technology sector, with a personal emphasis on managing search engagements relating to it services, systems, and
Praxi Alliance Expands In Denmark
PRAXI ALLIANCE has announced the addition of Denmark-based People in Focus as its newest member firm. Jørgen Trojel, founder and managing partner of the firm, has almost 30 years of experience in the corporate world with the latter half focused on executive search. “The addition of Denmark to our Norwegian, Finnish and Swedish member firms
Benchmark Executive Search Completes Assignment For Infinera
Benchmark Executive Search has placed Wray Varley as vice president of government sales at Infinera. Most recently, Mr. Varley was area vice president of sales at CenturyLink. "Wray Varley is a strong sales and business development leader who has a distinguished record of nearly 20 years of building strong teams that consistently exceed sales and
Ken Clark Partners Fills Position For Ferring Pharmaceuticals
Ken Clark Partners LLC has placed Daniel Carbery as general manager at Ferring Pharmaceuticals. Neill Shanahan, Midwest USA partner at Ken Clark, led the search. Mr. Carbery was formerly with Axcentria Pharmaceuticals. Ferring is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the development of innovative treatments that make a real difference in people’s lives all over the
Boyden Expands to Quebec
Executive search firm Boyden will open a new office in Montreal this week, expanding its presence in one of the fastest growing search markets in North America. Roger T. Duguay, a former managing partner of Odgers Berndtson in Montreal, will lead Boyden’s new team there. In the past year, more than 100 search professionals have
DHR Increases Ownership Stake in Rival CTPartners
Chicago-based DHR International has increased its ownership position in CTPartners according to an amended Schedule 13D filing made on February 26 with the Securities and Exchange Commission. DHR now owns 553,441 shares of CTPartners’ common stock, representing a 6.3 percent stake in the nation’s seventh largest senior-level recruiting company. DHR has been steadily building a
Korn Ferry Grows Technology Practice
Korn Ferry has added Douglas Madden as a senior client partner in the global technology practice. He will be based out of the firm’s San Francisco office. Mr. Madden joins Korn Ferry from Renaissance Leadership, where he worked closely with top enterprise software, hardware, computer networking, and semiconductor companies. He has successfully completed leadership recruitment
PFM Executive Search Completes Search for Vancouver School Board
PFM Executive Search has placed Scott Robinson as the new superintendent at the Vancouver School Board, one of the largest, most complex and ethnically diverse School Districts in all of Canada. Mr. Robinson, an educator for 22 years, has held many senior roles in the school districts across Metro Vancouver and at many levels throughout
DavenportMajor Retained by InterDigital, Inc.
DavenportMajor Executive Search has been selected by InterDigital, Inc. to lead in its search for a new vice president of strategic business development. InterDigital develops technologies that are at the core of mobile devices, networks, and services worldwide. DavenportMajor is an executive search firm which specializes in senior executive and board of director recruitment for
Odgers Interim Canada Adds to Teams in Calgary and Toronto
Odgers Interim Canada, the executive interim division of Odgers Berndtson, has expanded its team in Calgary and Toronto in response to the increasing demand for interim executives. The company has added Stuart Hay as a partner within its Calgary team and Emily Bell as a consultant in Toronto. Mr. Hay was most recently principal, interim
ON Search Partners Expands Oregon Office
ON Search Partners has named John Coutts as a partner in its newly formed Portland, Oregon office. Mr. Coutts has two decades of executive search experience and his practice focuses on advanced technologies and industrial organizations. His clients have ranged from emerging companies to Fortune 500 corporations in the technology, industrial, consumer products, healthcare and
Seventy-Six Percent of Hiring Executives to Increase Staff
Seventy-six percent of hiring executives predict they will increase their workforce size, with 55 percent planning significant growth of three percent or more, according to the 2015 HireRight Employment Screening Benchmark Report. In addition, the majority of respondents (51 percent) said “finding and retaining talent” was their top business challenge, a challenge representing the No.
EFL Associates Finds Executive Director for Chicago Public School Teacher’s Pension & Retirement Fund
Executive search firm EFL Associates has placed Charles A. Burbridge as executive director of the Chicago Public School Teachers’ Pension & Retirement Fund. Mr. Burbridge is currently chief financial officer for the Atlanta Public Schools. Established by the Illinois state legislature in 1895, the Chicago Teachers’ Pension Fund manages members’ assets and administers benefits. The
Aplin Executive Retained by Saskatchewan Mutual Insurance
Aplin Executive has been selected by Saskatchewan Mutual Insurance (SMI) to recruit a new associate vice president of risk management. SMI is a federally licensed insurer operating in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Aplin Executive Search consultants find senior management and executives for clients in a wide array of industries. The firm was brought together in
Boyden Adds Global Healthcare and Life Sciences Search Specialist
Boyden has added Kimberley Rice to its New York office as a partner in the firm's global healthcare and life science practice. Ms. Rice brings to Boyden more than 25 years of experience in the global life sciences space, having managed searches for companies across Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, Europe and the U.S.
Ropella Group Acquires Fred Anthony Group
Executive search firm The Ropella Group has acquired the Fred Anthony Group, a Chicago-based executive search firm specializing in the chemical and coatings industries with almost 40 years’ experience. Principal Fred Anthony will now serve as vice president of key corporate accounts for the Ropella Group to expand and grow the firm’s executive search services
Caldwell Partners Adds Partner in its Technology, IT and Professional Services Practices
The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has named Rodes M. Cole as a partner in the firm's technology, IT and professional services practices. Based in Atlanta, Mr. Cole focuses on recruiting senior executives for searches in a broad range of industries. He joins Caldwell Partners from Parker Executive Search, where he was a member of the
The Onstott Group Recruits CFO for DYN
Executive search firm The Onstott Group has placed Kevin Bisson as chief financial officer at Dyn. Mr. Bisson previously served as SVP, treasurer and CFO at Mercury Systems. “Rick Faubert and Scott Tucker exceeded our expectations on this important assignment. They ran a fluid, effective and no-nonsense process that quickly zeroed in on what we
Furst Group Finds President and CEO for Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care
Healthcare-focused executive search firm Furst Group has assisted in the recruitment of Michael S. McHale as president and chief executive officer of Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care. Mr. McHale most recently served as CEO at Hospice of the Chesapeake in Maryland. Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care is a charitable organization that provides comfort and dignity
Spencer Stuart Selected by Singapore Exchange for CEO Search
Spencer Stuart has been retained by Singapore Exchange Ltd. (SGX) to lead its search for a new chief executive officer. Magnus Bocker will be exiting his post at the end of his contract on June 30. Singapore Exchange connects investors in search of Asian growth to corporate issuers in search of global capital. Spencer Stuart
JDG Associates Completes Search for Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board
Executive search firm JDG Associates Ltd. has placed Ravindra Deo as chief investment officer of the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board. Ms. Deo comes to FRTIB from Altura Capital which provides institutional consulting, analytics and investment services to large institutional clients with well over $1 trillion in assets. The Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board administers
CTPartners Forms Committee To Consider Possible Sale
The board of directors of CTPartners has formed a special committee to review “strategic alternatives” one day after one of its chief rivals, DHR International, announced a widening stake in the beleaguered global search company. DHR now owns more than five percent of CTPartners. It recently offered an unsolicited bid to acquire 100 percent of
Allegis Partners Names Head of Global HR Practice
Global executive search firm Allegis Partners has appointed Michael Bergen as managing partner and global practice leader of its human resources practice. Mr. Bergen brings to Allegis experience as a human resources leader at a number of premiere global companies as well as more than 15 years’ worth of executive search experience placing executives and
La Fosse Associates Names Non-Executive Chairman
La Fosse Associates has named Jonathan McKay as its non-executive chairman of the board. Mr. McKay brings over 30 years of international experience helping grow technology businesses. He is currently chairman of JustGiving, the U.K.’s largest online fundraising platform. He is also chairman of Forward Partners, a London-based start-up. CEO Simon La Fosse said: “We
Heidrick & Struggles Posts Seven Percent Revenue Gain in 2014
Chicago-based Heidrick & Struggles International/(NASDAQ:HSII) has posted 2014 revenues of $494.3 million, an increase seven percent from revenues of $462.0 million the prior year. Net income for the year was $6.8 million, with diluted earnings per share of $0.37, compared to earnings of $6.3 million, or diluted earnings per share of $0.35, in 2013. During
NES Global Talent Adds IT Sector Specialist
NES Global Talent has expanded its U.K. IT division with the appointment of sector specialist Peter Staniland as a senior consultant. Mr. Staniland will focus on supplying IT experts within the oil and gas and engineering sectors. He was formerly a senior consultant with Oliver James Associates. “Peter has a discipline specific background within IT
Chartwell Partners Recruits President for Key Private Bank
Executive search firm Chartwell Partners has placed Terry Jenkins as the new president of Key Private Bank. Mr. Jenkins previously served as president and chief executive officer of U.S. Wealth Management at BMO Harris Private Banking. Key Private Bank provides deposit, lending, cash management and investment services to individuals and small and mid-sized businesses in
Development Resources Finds CEO for Armed Services YMCA
Development Resources, Inc. (DRi) has recruited Vice Admiral William French as president and chief executive officer for the Armed Services YMCA. Vice Admiral French retired in October 2014 with over 35 years of service in the U.S. Navy. Headquartered in Springfield, Virginia, Armed Services YMCA provides specialized programs and support services to military service members
DHR Widens Ownership Stake In Rival CTPartners
Chicago-based DHR International, the sixth largest U.S. executive search firm, has increased it's ownership position in rival Top 10 recruiter CTPartners to more than five percent. DHR will shortly file a Schedule 13D with the Securities and Exchange Commission to report its beneficial ownership of 449,501 shares in the company. A DHR insider believes the
Odgers Berndtson Adds Energy, Manufacturing and Infrastructure Practice Specialist in India
Odgers Berndtson has named Sandeep Vij as a partner in the firm's energy, manufacturing and infrastructure practice in India. Mr. Vii was the chief operating officer of Smiths Detection India and has previously held senior roles in world class multinational industrial and technology companies, including Schneider Electric, Cisco, Honeywell Automation and Johnson Controls. Alasdair Spink,
Executives Online Expands in the Netherlands
International interim management and executive recruitment firm Executives Online has expanded its Netherlands office with the appointment of Wilco Hendriks as managing partner. He is the fifth partner to join The Netherlands team and will be based in the Amsterdam office specializing in the transport, logistics and warehousing sectors. Mr. Hendriks brings 35 years’ experience
