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Lochlin Partners Assists Music for All with CEO Search
After a nationwide search, Lochlin Partners recently assisted in the recruitment of James Weaver as president and CEO of Music for All in Indianapolis, IN. “As a board, we were attracted by James’ experience and understanding of the musical ecosphere,” said Doug Pileri, chairman of the board of directors. “But we were equally impressed by the
WittKieffer Appoints IT Practice Leader
Oak Brook, IL-based WittKieffer has named Jeffrey Sturman as managing partner and information technology practice leader. He takes over from Hillary Ross, who has led the practice since 2017. Ms. Ross will shift her full-time priorities to client engagements and working alongside Mr. Sturman to ensure a seamless transition of responsibilities. “We are thrilled to welcome Jeff to WittKieffer,” said
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.
Caldwell Expands in London and Madrid
Toronto-based Caldwell has expanded with the addition of Alex Langridge as a partner in the firm’s financial services practice. Based in London, Mr. Langridge advises clients across financial services and fintech on senior executive and board appointments, succession planning, organizational design, and transformational leadership hiring. “Alex’s appointment reflects our continued investment in expanding Caldwell’s financial
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?
Fama Technologies Granted U.S. Patent on Foundational AI-Powered Social Media Screening Technology
Fama Technologies, providers of AI-powered online screening, has announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has allowed all claims in its patent application covering the foundational technology behind social media background screening. The patent, titled “System for Searching and Correlating Online Activity with Individual Classification Factors,” has a priority date of November
Updating How You Work So AI Can Actually Deliver
AI adoption is no longer a technology challenge, it is an operational one. Companies that generate lasting value from AI will be the ones willing to redesign workflows, redefine leadership responsibilities, and embed AI directly into how work gets done every day. Most companies will not fail at AI because they chose the wrong model,
Vetted Solutions Assists CoreNet Global with CEO Search
Following an extensive search process, Washington, D.C.-based Vetted Solutions has assisted in the recruitment of Vicki Worden as the new CEO of CoreNet Global. “Vicki Worden demonstrates exemplary leadership through her collaborative approach,” said Jamie Leary-Erickson, CoreNet Global board chair. “Vicki’s extensive experience in the architecture, engineering, and commercial real estate sectors, combined with her global perspective
BarkerGilmore Places Head of Legal at Vantage Elevator Solutions
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has placed Keinan Meginniss as VP, head of legal at Vantage Elevator Solutions. The search was led by Stephen Bell and Alison Waters. “Keinan joins the organization at an exciting time as the company continues to expand its operations and strengthen its leadership team
NGS Global Adds TalentXera
Wilmington, DE-headquartered executive search firm NGS Global has added Saúl Almendárez and his team at TalentXera. This expands the firm’s capabilities across Mexico and the broader Latin America region. Mr. Almendárez is based in Mexico City, where he has spent more than 20 years building an exceptional team and a highly regarded brand in the executive search industry. Along
IMD International Search Group Elects New Board Members
Global executive search consortium IMD International Search Group recently had delegates from member firms meet in Helsinki, Finland, and announced the election of several board members. Ben Tucker (Minerva, IMD U.K.) transitions from director to VP finance and legal. Eva Nielsen (Lisberg, IMD Sweden) is reelected for a second mandate as director while Terhi Heikkinen (IMS Talent,
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Launch Recruiter Performance Training Program
The executive search industry has a training challenge. For years, recruiting firms have depended on apprenticeship-style development, learning through observation, informal mentoring, and varying management approaches. That model works for some, but it does not scale effectively. In a market increasingly shaped by AI, speed, precision, and commercial demands, inconsistent recruiter performance is no longer
Executive Search Firms Confront the AI Transformation
As AI rapidly reshapes the executive search landscape, recruiting firms are facing growing pressure to modernize how they identify, assess, and engage leadership talent. Industry experts say AI-driven sourcing, predictive analytics, and automation tools are helping firms accelerate search timelines and expand candidate reach, while also forcing recruiters to rethink where their true value lies.
Cooper Coleman Recruits CFO the Center for Child Protection
Cooper Coleman LLC has placed William Wade as chief financial officer of the Center for Child Protection (CCP) in Austin, TX. The national search was led by Johnny Cooper, founder and CEO of Cooper Coleman. “Dion brings the kind of strategic thinking and mission alignment CCP needs in its CFO,” said Mr. Cooper. “They are doing remarkable work,
Boyden Assists Kerry’s Place Autism Services with CEO Search
Boyden has recruited Normandie Wragg as the new president and CEO of Kerry’s Place Autism Services in Ontario. The appointment follows the previously announced retirement of CEO Susan VanDeVelde-Coke at the end of June. The search was led by partners Jim Stonehouse and Pamela Colquhoun, and Kathy Luu, senior associate. “Normandie is a highly accomplished, values-driven
Modern Executive Solutions Expands Technology Practice
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Moises Velilla as managing director in its technology practice. He brings deep experience advising organizations on senior leadership hiring and talent strategy across technology and transformation. Mr. Velilla specializes in advising clients on executive talent strategy and recruiting transformative technology and professional services leaders. He
AI’s Next Test: Can It Actually Drive Growth?
A massive opportunity, and a critical trust gap, is emerging among corporate leaders. According to EY-Parthenon’s Growth Survey of 271 U.S. executives, 78 percent believe AI will accelerate growth, even as nearly 80 percent say the growth environment has become more challenging over the past year. Yet only about a third trust AI inputs for high-stakes decisions such
Retained vs. Contingent Search: Choosing the Right Executive Search Model
As companies navigate increasingly complex leadership challenges, the pressure to make the right executive hiring decision has never been greater. Boards and leadership teams are looking beyond resumes and credentials, placing greater emphasis on cultural alignment, long-term business impact, and a candidate’s ability to guide organizations through growth, transformation, and uncertainty. At the same time,
Brettschneider Executive Search Completes Search for Western Colorado University
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search recently assisted in the recruitment of Sharoni Little as dean of Western Colorado University’s School of Business. “Dr. Little’s forward-thinking approach will help shape the future of business education at Western, creating opportunities for students to thrive in today’s competitive economy,” said Brad Baca, president. With a career spanning academia, corporate leadership,
Ren Systems Appoints Head of Product
Ren Systems, an AI-powered relationship intelligence platform used by sales, business development, and professional services leaders, recently expanded with the addition of Nick Wynja as head of product. “As we’ve scaled Ren to 70+ enterprise customers and accelerated our feature release cycle, it became clear that we needed focused product leadership,” the company said in
How to Kick Off an Executive Search the Right Way
As leadership demands grow more complex, organizations are increasingly recognizing that a successful executive search begins long before candidate outreach or interviews take place. Search consultants say the strongest outcomes are driven by early alignment around business strategy, organizational culture, leadership expectations, and the capabilities needed to support future growth. Rather than simply filling an
Why Structured Interviews Lead to Better Hiring
As organizations compete for leadership talent, many are reexamining how executive interviews are conducted and whether traditional hiring instincts are leading to the best decisions. Increasingly, research is showing that structured interviews built around standardized questions and evaluation criteria deliver more reliable hiring outcomes than conversational, free-flowing assessments. Talent experts say the approach not only
Rethinking Career Loyalty in the Age of Gen Z and Millennials
As leadership priorities continue to evolve, executive search firms are seeing a growing shift in how candidates evaluate long-term career opportunities. Today’s professionals are placing greater emphasis on purpose, culture, mentorship, flexibility, and personal growth alongside compensation and title. Recruiters say organizations that can clearly communicate vision, invest in employee development, and foster strong leadership
Coulter Partners Recruits Chief Scientific Officer for Laigo Bio
Life sciences recruiting specialist Coulter Partners has recruited Richard C.A. Sainson as the new chief scientific officer of Laigo Bio. “It was a privilege to partner with Matthew and the Laigo board,” said Kay Wardle, managing partner at Coulter Partners. “Targeted protein degradation is one of the most exciting frontier areas of drug discovery, and finding a chief
Blue Rock Human Capital Recruits Chief People Officer for Michelli Weighing & Measurement
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
Raising the Bar for Interim and Fractional Leadership
As companies face mounting pressure to move faster and adapt to constant change, interim and fractional executives are increasingly being brought in not simply to maintain stability, but to drive transformation from day one. Organizations today are seeking experienced leaders who can step into critical roles, solve immediate business challenges, and create momentum while long-term
BoardWalk Consulting Selected by Atlanta Ballet for Executive Director Search
BoardWalk Consulting has was recently tapped by Atlanta Ballet to lead in its search for an executive director. The search is being led by Sam Pettway, Demeika Wheaton, and Patti Kish. The executive director will lead Atlanta Ballet’s administrative and business functions in alignment with the organization’s mission and values, while partnering closely with the artistic
When Search Fatigue Leads to Costly Hiring Mistakes
In executive search, the biggest hiring mistakes are not always caused by weak candidate pools or poor sourcing strategies. More often, breakdowns occur near the finish line, when prolonged interview cycles, competing stakeholder opinions, and mounting business pressures begin to wear down decision-making discipline. What starts as a rigorous evaluation process can gradually shift toward
Preng & Associates Recruits SVP of Government Services for American Bureau of Shipping
Houston-based Preng & Associates has placed Rear Admiral Ronald J. Rábago as senior vice president of government services at American Bureau of Shipping (ABS). “Admiral Rábago brings exceptional government and industry experience that will further enhance the support we provide to our government clients in the U.S. and around the world,” said John McDonald, ABS chairman and CEO. “His
McDermott + Bull Expands in Amsterdam
Irvine, CA-based McDermott + Bull has expanded in Amsterdam with the addition of Gerben van den Hout as managing director. “This strategic hire comes as McDermott + Bull continues to expand its executive search presence across Europe, further strengthening the firm’s ability to support organizations in identifying and placing high-impact leadership talent,” the firm said. “Gerben’s appointment represents an
More Than Half of U.S. Companies Anticipate Adding New Positions in the Second Half of 2024
Fifty-two percent of companies in the United States plan to add new permanent positions in the second half of the year, according to new research from talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half. Another 43 percent plan to fill for vacated positions, and 57 percent said they plan to increase the number of contract
Neinas Sports Services Selected by University of Kansas to Find Football Coach
Search firm Neinas Sports Services has been retained by the University of Kansas to lead in its search for a new head football coach. Chuck Neinas, head of the Boulder, CO-based search firm, will head the assignment. Mr. Neinas was the interim Big 12 commissioner and the former commissioner of the Big Eight. Former Jayhawks
Eames Consulting Group Appoints Group COO; Adds Marketing Director
Recruiting firm Eames Consulting Group has named Guy Day as group chief operating officer. Most recently, Mr. Day was chief executive officer of Ambition where his focus was its Asia business, having established and grown the firm’s presence in the region since 2001. He will now support the development of the firm’s offerings in the
Calibre One Names Managing Partner at Arete Partners
U.K.-based executive search firm Calibre One has appointed Eoin O’Toole as managing partner of Arete Partners. Arete Partners is the sister company of Calibre One and operates in the under-serviced mid-market area. Arete recruits for manager, senior manager, and director-level positions. Mr. O’Toole was previously managing director of CVPartners, where he managed the firm’s retained,
Cornerstone International Establishes Office in Thailand
Cornerstone International Group, a global executive search firm, has established a presence in Bangkok, Thailand, bringing the number of member offices to 67 in 35 countries. Cornerstone Bangkok operates regionally as RLC Recruitment and is owned and managed by Markus Wehrhahn, who has worked for eight years in Japan and five in Thailand. He brings
Cordiner King Completes Search for Department of State Growth Tasmania
Executive search firm Cordiner King has placed Kim Evans as the new secretary of Department of State Growth Tasmania. Mr. Evans has a record of almost 20 years in senior executive service within the Tasmanian Government. Previously secretary to the DPIPWE, he has overseen the successful merger of the Department of Infrastructure, Energy and Resources,
FaithSearch Partners Retained by Highland Park United Methodist Church
FaithSearch Partners has been retained by Highland Park United Methodist Church (HPUMC) to lead in its search for a new director of music and arts. “Worship plays a vital role for Highland Park United Methodist and we are delighted to lead this search,” said Jeff Jernigan, senior vice president and ministry team leader at FaithSearch
IIC Partners Names 2014 Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient
IIC Partners has named Martine Bournerias as the recipient of its 2014 Lifetime Achievement Award. Ms. Bournerias is partner and practice leader, financial services, of Paris-based Progress. She served as European vice chair of IIC Partners from 2003 to 2006 and subsequently served as board chair from 2006 to 2009. Ms. Bournerias has been an
Executives Online Appoints Principal Consultant
International interim management and executive recruitment firm Executives Online has appointed Jennifer Mitchell as a principal consultant. Ms. Mitchell is based in Executives Online’s Winchester office and is responsible for recruiting executives across the sales and marketing sector. She brings 10 years of experience in leading, recruiting and networking with sales professionals in the U.K.
Kelly Services Records 3.8 Percent Revenue Increase
Kelly Services, Inc./(NASDAQ:KELY), a global provider of workforce solutions, reported revenue for the third quarter of 2014 totaled $1.4 billion, a 3.8 percent increase compared to the corresponding quarter of 2013. Earnings from operations for the quarter totaled $7.1 million, compared to $20.2 million reported last year. Diluted earnings per share were $0.03 compared to
Martin Partners Fills Associate Director Position for Biogen
Executive search firm Martin Partners has placed Graig Suvannavejh as associate director – new product commercialization at Biogen Idec. Mr. Suvannavejh was previously a senior analyst at MLV & Co. Biogen Idec is a global biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in discovering, developing, and delivering therapies for the treatment of neurodegenerative, hematologic and
Heidrick & Struggles Leading CIO Search for Maryland State Retirement & Pension System
Heidrick & Struggles has been retained by the Maryland State Retirement & Pension System in Baltimore to lead in its search for a new chief information officer. A. Melissa Moye resigned in August to become a senior policy adviser with the Treasury Department’s office of state and local finance. The position is expected to be
Agilium Worldwide Elects New Global Chairperson
Agilium Worldwide, LLC, has elected Pedro J. Nieto, founding partner of Madrid-based executive search firm Ellis & Partners, as its new global chairperson. Mr. Nieto had previously served on the Agilium Worldwide executive committee as director for Europe, Middle East and Africa, from 2012 to 2014. Xavier de Zamacona of DeZaSearch, Mexico, had been serving
CLKiley Associates to Serve Alternative Investment Market and Real Estate Sectors
Senior executive recruiter Cornelia Kiley has opened CLKiley Associates, a boutique executive search firm focused on the alternative investment market and the real estate sector. Based in New York, the firm works with banks, asset managers, private equity and real estate firms. Previously, Ms. Kiley worked at CTPartners as a senior member of its global
Chisholm & Moore Executive Recruitment Adds to London Staff
Chisholm & Moore Executive Recruitment, part of C&M Recruitment Consultancy, has added Harri Goode and Sophie Driscoll as account managers in London. They will use their experience in the travel industry to help companies in the sector address their executive travel staffing needs. Ms. Goode’s career in the travel industry has seen her work as
Wurster Partners Places Chief Marketing Officer at Bellagio
Executive search firm Wurster Partners has placed Elizabeth Harlow as chief marketing officer of Bellagio, an MGM Resorts International property. With nearly two decades of luxury brand strategy and marketing experience, Ms. Harlow joins Bellagio from Loews Hotels & Resorts where she most recently served as senior vice president of marketing. MGM Resorts International is
Egon Zehnder To Lead Executive Editor Search For People Magazine
Egon Zehnder has been selected by Time Inc. to lead in its search for a new executive editor for People magazine. The new editor, when selected, will also oversee Entertainment Weekly. People is a weekly American magazine of celebrity and human-interest stories. Egon Zehnder specializes in the recruitment and leadership solutions business with 420 consultants
Coulter Partners Opens Swiss Office
Search firm Coulter Partners has strengthened its capabilities in Europe with the addition of new Swiss office and the hiring of Tobias Ernberg as executive vice president. Mr. Ernberg previously headed the Swiss office at Bench International. He has four years’ experience working in the executive search sector, specializing in recruiting global senior-level talent for
RSR Partners Adds Managing Director in Greenwich
RSR Partners, a corporate governance and executive search firm, has added Jeffrey von der Schulenburg as managing director in its Greenwich office. He becomes a member of the firm’s legal, regulatory, and compliance and financial services practices. Mr. von der Schulenburg brings more than 25 years of international executive search experience in the legal and
Progression of Women in Workplace Lags Says Mercer Study
Women, who continue to be underrepresented at most levels in the workforce, are not progressing in their careers despite two decades of organizational efforts to achieve gender diversity and equality, according to new global research from consultants Mercer. According to the study’s findings, if the current approaches continue unchanged, only one-third of executive positions will
Diversified Search Retained by Jacksonville State University for President Search
Diversified Search has been selected by Jacksonville State University to lead in its search for a new president. The search will be led by Diversified Search managing director for the southern region, Barry Vines, and principal in the firm’s Atlanta office, Euris Belle. Jacksonville State University is a regional public coeducational university located in Jacksonville,
Jorgenson Consulting Heading CEO Search for Greensboro Partnership
Executive search firm Jorgenson Consulting has been chosen by Greensboro Partnership to help identify a new chief executive officer. The firm will find a leader to succeed Pat Danahy, who announced his retirement in August. Todd Jorgenson, managing director and principal of the Greensboro-based Jorgenson Consulting, will head the search. Action Greensboro is a leading
CTPartners Q3 Revenue Jumps 40 Percent
CTPartners Executive Search Inc./(NYSE:CTP) posted third quarter revenues of $45.4 million, a 39.6 percent increase from $32.6 million in the prior year’s third quarter. North America revenue increased 38.6 percent to $25.9 million; EMEA was up 33.3 percent at $11.5 million compared to $8.6 million; Asia Pacific revenue grew 129.2 percent to $3.7 million compared
Heidrick & Struggles Adds Former Yahoo! VP of Talent Acquisition
Angela Gardner has rejoined Heidrick & Struggles as a partner within the firm's global consumer markets practice. Ms. Gardner will be based in Los Angeles and work in the firm's media & entertainment practice. She rejoins Heidrick & Struggles from Yahoo!, where she led the company's global executive search team serving as its vice president
HireBetter Acquires Expiritis Consulting Group
Executive search firm HireBetter has acquired Expiritis Consulting Group, a Dallas-based firm specializing in providing growing companies executive search, interim search and talent management expertise. This is HireBetter’s third acquisition in 2014. Patrick Webster, Expiritis’ president and CEO, who previously worked at Tatum running its consulting division, will remain with HireBetter in Dallas as client
Cook Associates Places Non-Executive Director at Lancaster Colony Corp.
Chicago-based Cook Associates Executive Search has placed Robert P. Ostryniec as non-executive director of Lancaster Colony Corporation. The search was led by Thames Fulton, managing partner of Cook Associates’ board advisory services practice. Mr. Ostryniec was selected based upon his extensive business background and experience, particularly with respect to supply chain and logistics expertise and
B.E. Smith Heading COO Search for Eastern Maine Medical Center
Executive recruiting firm B.E. Smith has been retained by Eastern Maine Medical Center (EMMC) to lead in its search for a new senior vice president and chief operating officer. Located in Bangor, Maine, EMMC is a 411-bed medical center which serves communities throughout central, eastern and northern Maine. Founded in 1978, B. E. Smith is
Allen Austin Acquires Gaines International
Global leadership advisory firm Allen Austin has acquired Chicago-based Gaines International, an executive search firm that specializes in the architectural design, real estate, construction and engineering sectors. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. The transaction includes offices in Chicago, Detroit, New York and London. Gaines International focuses on the architecture, interiors, planning, engineering,
Monster Names New CEO Amid Revenue Declines
Timothy Yates, a director at Monster and former chief financial officer, is taking over as CEO following the resignation of Sal Iannuzzi, the firm’s chairman, president and CEO. Monster Worldwide, Inc./(NYSE:MWW) posted revenues of $191 million for the third quarter ended September 30, 2014, a three percent drop compared with $197 million in the comparable
Kerridge & Partners Adds Search Practice Director
New Zealand-based search firm Kerridge and Partners has named Kathryn Cross as a director in its executive search practice. In this role, Ms. Cross will apply her management consulting approach to develop Kerridge & Partners’ search process, contributing to the growth of the practice as a whole. She has a wealth of experience in the
J. Carpenter and Co. Places CEO at Petmate
Executive search firm J. Carpenter and Co. has placed Alice Tillett as chief executive officer of Petmate. For the past six years Ms. Tillett served as president of Pacific Cycle, a $500 million global cycling portfolio including brands such as Schwinn, Mongoose, Ironhorse, and Instep. Petmate creates innovative products pet families prefer for home, travel
Caldwell Partners Recruits CFO for Calloway REIT
The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has recruited Peter Sweeney as chief financial officer of Calloway REIT. Elan Pratzer, managing partner in Canada, and consultant Tracy Posner headed the assignment. Mr. Sweeney is a recognized financial leader, having previously served in a number of senior financial roles, most recently as CFO of Allied Properties Real Estate
