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August Leadership Expands in Singapore
August Leadership has expanded with the addition of Melvin Lee as a partner in Singapore. Mr. Lee is a seasoned leadership advisor with more than 20 years of experience across Asia Pacific and North America. He specializes in senior executive and board appointments in the industrial, semiconductor, and technology sectors, bringing deep expertise in manufacturing, supply
Why Boards Keep Selecting Yesterday’s Leaders for Tomorrow’s Problems
Boardrooms across America keep hiring the familiar. The CEO who worked miracles at the last company, the leader with the spotless resume, the safe bet. Yet, the uncomfortable truth is that yesterday’s corporate savior often becomes tomorrow’s expensive mistake, according to a recent report from Shawn Cole, founder and president of Cowen Partners Executive Search.
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.
The Questions to Ask an Executive Search Firm (That Most Don’t)
Browse a handful of executive search firm websites and they quickly begin to look alike. Every firm makes the same promises about senior expertise and deep networks, a new report from PierceGray. “They all claim to have a proven process and strong track record,” the study said. “There’s just one thing missing: the information you
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?
The Christopher Group Retained by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education for CHRO Search
The Christopher Group (TCG), a boutique HR executive search and business solutions recruiting firm, has been selected by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) to lead in its search for a chief human resources officer. Managing partner, Pam Noble, and Partner Jeff Wilbanks are leading the assignment. “The ACGME plays a vital role in shaping the future of
Resource Management Group Assists Biomerics with CFO Search
Resource Management Group (RMG), an executive search firm specializing in CFO placements, has assisted in the recruitment of Kristin Mason as CFO of Biomerics, a vertically integrated contract manufacturer for the interventional medical device market in Salt Lake City, UT. “Kristin brings a unique combination of strategic financial leadership, operational rigor and growth experience,” said
Why Slow Hiring Processes Cost Companies Their Best Candidates
You’ve heard it countless times: “Hire slow, fire fast.” It’s sound advice in principle. Taking the time to thoroughly evaluate candidates before making an important hiring decision simply makes good sense. However, facilitating a comprehensive selection process and moving quickly are not mutually exclusive, according to a recent report from Noto Group’s Roy Notowitz. “It is a good thing
Bauer Harris Fills Senior Marketing Position for PREMIER Bankcard
Boston, MA-based executive search firm Bauer Harris has assisted in the recruitment of Mark Halpern as the vice president of marketing operations for PREMIER Bankcard. “Congratulations to Mark Halpern on his new role as VP, marketing operations at PREMIER Bankcard,” Bauer Harris said in a LinkedIn post. “We’re excited for Mark as he steps into this new
Sheffield Haworth Names Managing Director of the Real Estate Practice in the U.S.
Global leadership advisory and executive search firm Sheffield Haworth has named Sun-Sun de Swaan as managing director of the real estate practice in the U.S. She will work closely with Sheffield Haworth’s international real estate teams to build and strengthen the firm’s global search and advisory practice. “We are delighted to welcome Sun-Sun to Sheffield Haworth,” said
Why PE-Backed Companies Need a Talent Operating System
PE-backed companies rarely underperform because they lack urgency. They underperform because they fail to translate strategy into talent with enough precision, according to a recent report from Keith Johnstone, vice president of marketing at Talentfoot Executive Search. “In our experience leading executive searches for PE-backed businesses, the real breakdown usually happens before a search begins,
Acertitude Recruits Head of Cybersecurity/CISO for Adevinta Spain
Acertitude has assisted in the recruitment of Xavi Bertomeu as head of cybersecurity and chief information security officer for Adevinta Spain, an EQT portfolio company. The search was led by partners, Eliza Baker and Tim Cook with support from Finty Hunter and Hannah Elwiss. Mr. Bertomeu brings more than a decade of experience in cybersecurity,
Anthem Executive | Anthem Academics Seeking Director of Athletics Texas A&M International University
Athletic directors are playing an increasingly vital role at colleges and universities across the country. With the expansion of athletic departments and, for the larger schools, the infusion of big dollars for sports, more schools have turned to search firms when such positions become open. Too much is at stake, they feel, to go at
Reducing Risk Through Informed Executive Search
As organizations face increasing pressure to make the right leadership decisions, executive search is becoming less about simply filling senior roles and more about reducing risk of a bad hire through better information, stronger alignment, and a deeper understanding of the leadership market. Companies are increasingly seeking search partners that can provide strategic insight before
Rokos Group Seeking CHRO for Keck Medicine of USC
Newport Beach, CA-based executive search firm Rokos Group has been retained by Keck Medicine of USC to lead in its search for a new chief human resources officer. The CHRO will serve as a strategic executive leader responsible for recommending, developing, implementing, administering, interpreting, coordinating, and evaluating human resources strategies, policies, programs, laws, and procedures pertaining to
Academic Career & Executive Search Retained by Briar Cliff University to Find New CFO
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) has been selected by Briar Cliff University to lead in its search for a vice president of finance and chief financial officer. Jennifer Muller, managing partner, is leading the assignment. Briar Cliff University seeks a strategic and entrepreneurial financial leader. Reporting directly to the president and serving as a member of the
How Adaptive Governance Is Reshaping Leadership in Private Equity
Private equity firms have transformed how they create value, placing greater emphasis on operational execution, leadership effectiveness, and strategic oversight throughout the investment lifecycle. As a result, executive search firms are increasingly being called upon not only to recruit high-impact leaders and board directors, but also to identify executives capable of operating within governance models
Why the Chief AI Officer Is Becoming a C-Suite Essential
Artificial intelligence is reshaping executive leadership, prompting organizations to rethink who should guide enterprise-wide AI strategy and oversee its responsible adoption. As companies move beyond experimentation to large-scale implementation, executive search firms are seeing growing demand for leaders who can combine technical expertise with business acumen, regulatory awareness, and the ability to drive transformation across
Yale University Taps Lindauer to Lead Vice President for Alumni Affairs and Development
Lindauer has been retained by Yale University to lead in its search for a vice president for alumni affairs and development. The search is being led by Lindauer CEO Deb Taft, executive vice president Faith Montgomery and senior consultant Andrew Machado. Yale University seeks an accomplished, visionary, and collaborative leader. Reporting directly to president Maurie McInnis and serving
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
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
The Critical Role of Executive Leadership in Navigating Change
Executive leadership has long played a critical role in navigating organizational change, but the question remains, how do executives effectively lead people, and an organization, through change? A new report from Paul Frankenberg, founder and managing partner of Focus Search Partners, points to Warren Buffet, co-founder, chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway. “He is admired
Brentwood Search Unveils New Client Oriented Consulting Service
In response to the expanding technology ecosystem, Brentwood Search, an El Segundo, CA-based executive search firm, is now offering a new client oriented consulting service to assess candidates. “There is a lot of movement from the Silicon Valley and the Bay Area to Southern California,” said Marcia Basichis, founding partner. “As more startup and established
Hanold Associates to Find New Board Members for Patrick Industries
Executive search firm Hanold Associates has been selected by Patrick Industries to find new members for its board of directors. Patrick Industries was founded in 1959 and is a manufacturer of building products and materials to the manufactured housing and recreational vehicle industries in the U.S. Headquartered in Chicago, Hanold Associates specializes in assignments for
RPA Heading President Search for Shippensburg University
Executive search firm RPA Inc. is currently leading the search for a new president for Shippensburg University. Since its founding in 1871, Shippensburg University, one of 14 institutions in the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE), has been a leader in public higher education. RPA Inc. is a unique executive search and consulting firm
Euromedica Executive Search Expands in London
Euromedica Executive Search has named Tarquin Bennett-Coles as a client partner in its London office. Mr. Bennett-Coles brings global search experience in the placement of international executives and professionals across R&D, regulatory affairs, general management, marketing, finance, engineering and operations functions in the life sciences industry. He was previously a principal at Odgers Berndtson and
Allen Austin Appoints Senior Partner in Houston
Global leadership advisory firm Allen Austin has added Mark Hordes as a senior partner in its Houston office. With over 30 years of experience in management consulting and in executive management, Mr. Hordes was a partner with Accenture for 10 years, and prior to that held senior leadership positions with Molten-Group Americas, Sinclair Group, Stratford
NES Global Talent Opens Office in Japan
NES Global Talent has opened a new office in Yokohama as recruitment activity continues at the firm. The office is managed by Yousef Ayub, who previously worked at the company’s office in Singapore. “The Japanese energy market is particularly interesting right now, both on the international stage and within the local domestic energy markets. With
B.E. SMITH Places CEO at Regional Health
Executive recruiting firm B.E. Smith has placed Brent R. Phillips as president and chief executive officer of Regional Health in Rapid City, SD. Formerly, Mr. Phillips served as senior vice president of medical group operations and then president of Greater Milwaukee South for Aurora Health Care. “Regional Health was seeking a forward-thinking senior healthcare executive
Lochlin Partners to Lead CEO Search for Metro
Boutique executive search firm Lochlin Partners has been retained by Metro to conduct a national search for the transit authority’s next general manager and chief executive officer. The position is being vacated by current GM/CEO Richard Sarles when he retires in early 2015. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (Metro) was created by an interstate
Slayton Search Partners Adds to Staff
Chicago-based executive search firm Slayton Search Partners has named Geremy Cepin as executive vice president. Mr. Cepin previously led the executive search practice at Koltin Consulting Group, a boutique management consultancy in Chicago focused on the professional and financial services industries. He brings more than 15 years of executive search experience to Slayton with a
Designs on Talent Expands Client Services Team
Designs on Talent, a talent strategy and talent acquisition consulting firm, has appointed Gail Winans as the firm's vice president of client services. Leveraging a blend of executive search and corporate executive recruiting experience, Ms. Winans will be responsible for the firm's business development and client satisfaction activities. She will also serve as a talent
51job Posts 13 Percent Q3 Revenue Gain
51job, Inc./(NASDAQ:JOBS) reported third quarter revenues were $77.2 million, an increase of 13 percent for the same quarter in 2013. Online recruitment services revenues for the quarter were $51.4 million, a 13.6 percent increase. “Hiring demand remained positive and we continued to focus on our customer acquisition efforts,” said Rick Yan, president and CEO. “We
Diversified Search Handling CEO Search for CARE
Diversified Search has been selected by CARE to lead its search for a new chief executive officer. After serving as president and CEO of CARE since April 2006, Helene Gayle has said she will step down in July 2015. Diversified president Dale Jones and managing director Veronica Biggins are heading the assignment. CARE’s mission is
Russell Reynolds Associates Retained to Fill Board Positions for Salix Pharmaceuticals
Russell Reynolds Associates has been retained by Salix Pharmaceuticals to identify experienced, highly qualified individuals to join its board of directors. Salix Pharmaceuticals is a specialist American pharmaceutical company that develops drugs and medical devices that prevent and treat various gastrointestinal disorders. With 44 offices and more than 350 executive search professionals, Russell Reynolds Associates
Options Group Appoints Senior Advisor
Global recruiting firm Options Group has named Bob Flohr as a senior advisor. Mr. Flohr will provide senior relationship management for the firm's key global accounts and assist in the continued development of the firm's products and services. Additionally, he will lead the development of a board of directors advisory practice. Mr. Flohr has been
Two-Thirds Consider Diversity Important When Evaluating Where to Work
As more companies are making their workforce diversity statistics publicly available, recruiting firm Glassdoor polled its community of active and passive job seekers to better understand the importance of diversity during the hiring process and during employment. The survey results underscore the value of showcasing diversity efforts when recruiting as two-thirds (67 percent) of those
Morgan Hunt Names Director of Regional Education Practice
U.K.-headquartered recruiter Morgan Hunt has appointed Sharon Bullock as board director of its regional education practice. Ms. Bullock has been working in recruitment for 26 years and previously spent 16 years working for ITN Mark Education. During her 16 year tenure at ITN Mark Education, she grew through the ranks from consultant at desk level
Korn Ferry Leading CEO Search for the American Hospital Association
Korn Ferry has been selected by the American Hospital Association to lead its search for a new chief executive officer. Current CEO Richard Umbdenstock will finish an eight-year term as president and CEO at the end of 2015. The American Hospital Association is a professional association that seeks to promote quality healthcare provision by hospitals
DavenportMajor Fills Top Sales Post at Westell Technologies
DavenportMajor Executive Search has placed Mark Skurla as senior vice president of worldwide sales of Westell Technologies. Mr. Skurla was previously vice president of sales for the NETGEAR service provider business unit. Westell Technologies is an Aurora, Illinois company that makes telecommunications equipment, such as DSL modems, for the home and small office, and outdoor
Whitham Group Continues Expansion
Whitham Group Executive Search has added Laura Bailey and Jody Davis to further develop its portfolio of regional and national accounts. Ms. Bailey comes with experience within the industry, having spent the last eight years at Davenport Major Executive Search as an executive recruiter for full life-cycle national and international executive search assignments in technology,
EQKI Greater China Merges to Become Charlesworth Sykes
Executive recruiter EWKI Greater China and Asia has merged with Aleppo Capital, an M&A deal-broking business, to become Charlesworth Sykes and Company. The firm will no longer be formally connected to the remaining elements of EWKI but it will keep intact an informal alliance with EWKI. Charlesworth Sykes is an independent management consultancy with a
Heidrick & Struggles Names Partner to HR Officers Practice
Heidrick & Struggles has appointed Brian Bark as a partner within the firm's human resource officers practice. He will be based in Philadelphia. With more than 22 years of experience specializing in human resources and talent acquisition, Mr. Bark joins the firm from Mercer where he spent 13 years and most recently served as a
Braswell Nees Group|Transearch International Selected to Lead CEO Search for Central Georgia Health Network
Braswell Nees Group|TRANSEARCH International has been selected by Central Georgia Health Network to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. Partner Gene Nees is heading the assignment. Central Georgia Health Network (CGHN) is a clinically integrated network of more than 800 physicians and hospitals across middle Georgia dedicated to delivering greater quality
Spencer Stuart Heading Ceo Search For Sotheby’s
Spencer Stuart has been retained by Sotheby's to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. Current CEO William Ruprecht is stepping down; he will remain with the company until a successor is named. Sotheby’s is the only global auction house that is a public company. Spencer Stuart is a Chicago-headquartered executive search
Frazer Jones Expands Commerce & Industry Practice
Global HR recruiter Frazer Jones, part of The SR Group, has named Ketna Ramchandani as associate director within its commerce & industry team. Her focus is on recruiting HR professionals within the retail, luxury goods, e-commerce, travel and leisure sectors. Ms. Ramchandani has over 10 years of recruitment experience, most recently working for Ortus where
Cornerstone International Group Adds ECS Partners to Network
Cornerstone International Group, a global executive search firm, has added Miami-based ECS Partners International as its newest member firm. ECS Partners is a boutique executive search firm operating in the U.S. and Latin America since 2004. Eduardo Comella, whose extensive experience in human capital management includes top positions in six countries, serves as president of
Adecco Group Posts Three Percent Revenue Gain; North America Up Five Percent
Adecco Group has posted third quarter revenues of €5.2 billion, up three percent year-over-year. In North America revenues were €986 million, an increase of five percent. Net income attributable to Adecco shareholders was €198 million compared to €190 million last year. “Revenue growth slowed compared to the first half, mainly driven by weaker growth in
Kaye/Bassman Completes Search for Manhattan Construction Company
Kaye/Bassman International Corp. has placed Bob Postma as vice president of Manhattan Construction Company in Houston. Mr. Postma previously held leadership roles with Continental Airlines and most recently Skanska USA. Manhattan Construction is one of the largest construction firms in the country operating from offices in Dallas and Houston, Tulsa and Oklahoma City, Washington, D.C.,
Witt/Kieffer Handling President Search For University Of Toledo
Executive recruiter Witt/Kieffer is currently leading the search for the University of Toledo to find its next president. Dr. Lloyd Jacobs stepped down as president in June. Established in 1872, the University of Toledo is is a public research university located in Toledo, Ohio. Witt/Kieffer assists hospitals, health systems, academic medical centers, medical schools and
Penna PLC Expands Executive HR Practice
Penna Plc has expanded its executive HR practice by appointing Christine Carey and Naomi Yorston as consultants. Having worked in recruitment for the past 16 years, Ms. Carey has experience in a wide range of industries including property, telecoms and media. In her role, she will be focusing on interim and permanent role placement –
Sheffield Haworth Expands Asset Management Practice
Search firm Sheffield Haworth has expanded its asset management practices with the additions of Christopher Smailes as executive director and Peter Schibli as managing director. Mr. Smailes, who will work in the firm’s New York and Hong Kong offices, comes to the firm from Eban International, a global executive search boutique specializing in conducting searches
Notogroup Executive Search Releases Hiring Trends Report
Hiring is on the upswing with high-level decision makers saying they expect their hiring to increase slightly (56 percent) or significantly (11 percent) in 2015, according to Notogroup Executive Search, a boutique search firm specializing in consumer products recruiting. Only three percent of respondents expect a decrease in hiring. The majority of companies cite growth
