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Isaacson, Miller Seeking President for the Center for Congregations
Ernest Brooks, Liz Braun, and Henry Nickerson of Boston-based Isaacson, Miller are currently leading the president search for the Center for Congregations. This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary and collaborative leader with a passion for strengthening Christian congregations in Indiana. The Center serves as a conduit for congregations to think about their challenges in
Kirk Palmer Associates Fills CEO Post for Chico’s FAS
Retail-focused executive search firm Kirk Palmer Associates has placed Trish Donnelly as division chief executive officer of Chico’s FAS, the women’s wear retailer owned by the KnitWell Group. The search was led by managing director, Jaimee Marshall. Ms. Donnelly will oversee all product and customer-facing functions for the Chico’s, Soma and White House Black Market brands,
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.
Recruiting Women in Asset Management
As an executive search practice led by women, Jamesbeck has been on the front lines of recruiting qualified, diverse leaders in the investment management industry for the past 22 years. When economic historian and labor economist Claudia Goldin was awarded the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences last year for her work on the gender
Caldwell Partners Posts 33 Percent Revenue Gain; U.S. Up 43 Percent
The Caldwell Partners International Inc. posted fourth quarter revenues of $13.2 million, up 28 percent from revenues of $10.3 million a year ago. Full-year revenues increased 33 percent over 2013 to $45.1 million. Revenue in the U.S. for the quarter was up 36 percent, while Canadian revenues rose 13 percent. For the year, U.S. revenues
Amrop Expands Global Staff
Amrop has added eight new partners and consultants within its global partnership of executive search professionals. Rosa Garcia-Tizón joins Amrop from a career in the pharma and healthcare technology sectors, having held executive positions at multinational companies such as Abbott Laboratories and Hospira. Ms. Garcia-Tizón’s consulting practice is focused on the healthcare and professional services
Correlate Search U.K. Integrated Into Pure Search’s Financial Services Division
Global search firm Pure Search has integrated the Correlate Search U.K. business into its financial services division, which is now titled Pure Search Financial Services. The Correlate Search U.K. brand has been officially retired however its team and services will continue to serve clients. Pure Search Financial Services will be led by the managing directors
R&L Associates Places Principal at Third Street Partners
Rochelle Schumer, president and founder of R&L Associates, has recruited Cynthia Powers as a principal with Third Street Partners. Ms. Powers was previously a member of the asset management practice at Spencer Stuart. “We are thrilled to add another stellar person to the dynamic team of Third Street Partners,” said Ms. Schumer. “Cynthia is a
Sockwell Partners Leading Search for United Way
Executive search firm Sockwell Partners is currently leading the search for United Way of Central Carolinas to find a new executive director. Current executive director Jane McIntyre has announced she will be retiring. United Way Worldwide is the leadership and support organization for the network of nearly 1,800 community-based United Ways in 41 countries and
Futurestep Restructures Leadership Team in Asia Pacific
Futurestep, a Korn Ferry company that provides talent acquisition solutions, has restructured its leadership team in Asia Pacific. Chong Ng, Sue Campbell and Tim Powell will be transitioning into new positions, effective immediately. Chong Ng, who was appointed earlier this year as managing director for Asia, has now assumed the role of president of Futurestep
The Dedic Group Adds Partner In Energy Practice
Executive recruiting firm The Dedic Group has added Doris Galvin as a partner in its energy practice. Ms. Galvin was previously senior vice president with global engineering firm WorleyParsons where she held executive roles in the power sector including: strategy development; advisory; customer relationships; and managing director-infrastructure. Prior to that, she was employed by CMS
GatenbySanderson Completes Man Completes Management Buy-Out
GatenbySanderson, an executive recruiter serving the public services sector, has completed its management buy-out of the business from founder Graham Goodwin. Joint managing partners Mark Turner and Martin Tucker will continue to lead the business, supported by existing board members David Kemsley, senior partner for interim leadership; Helen Oates, chief operating officer; and Sam Ellis,
Onstott Group Finds CTO for Valore
Executive search firm The Onstott Group has placed Geoff Greene as chief technology officer at Valore. Principal Rick Faubert led the engagement. “We challenged Rick to work at an aggressive pace while finding the best fit for our team. He responded by running a thorough process that attracted strong candidates into the mix, ultimately leading
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
