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McCormack+Kristel Recruits CEO for Equality Illinois
Executive search firm McCormack+Kristel has placed Channyn Lynne Parker as the new CEO of Equality Illinois. Her selection follows a thorough and competitive process led by McCormack + Kristel. All candidates were evaluated equitably through the same fair and transparent process, and Ms. Parker emerged as the clear choice based on her experience, leadership, deep ties to
Kaye/Bassman Grows Higher Education Practice
Plano, TX-based executive search firm Kaye/Bassman International recently expanded with the addition of Lou Stark to its higher education practice. “We are extremely proud to have Lou join our higher education practice,” said Eric Dickerson, managing director of Kaye/Bassman’s academic leadership division. “His years of experience working in tier-one research institutions give him excellent insight into the
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
Implementing DEI: A Strategic Necessity for Executive Leaders
As the Chinese proverb goes, the journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. For many organizations today, busy dealing with economic uncertainty, inflation, and countless other constant challenges, achieving diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) can feel like a thousand-mile journey, according to a recent study from global leadership advisory and executive search
Norman Broadbent Interim Management Grows Retail and FMCG/Consumer Practice
Norman Broadbent Interim Management has added Jo Sands and Jason Oakley to the firm as directors in its retail and FMCG/consumer practice teams. Ms. Sands started her career in recruitment in 2001 moving into interim management across all disciplines at board level to senior management for the consumer & FMCG sectors in 2006. She has
Preston & Partners Recruits CEO for Eastern Minority Supplier Development Council
Preston & Partners has placed Valarie Cofield as chief executive officer of the Eastern Minority Supplier Development Council. Suzanne Fairlie, managing director of the Philadelphia office of Preston & Partners, led the engagement. Ms. Cofield has minority supplier development in her background, from her work in the area of diversity and affirmative action programming and
Parker Executive Search Retained by Southeast Missouri State University
Atlanta-based Parker Executive Search been selected by Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO) to lead in its search for a new president. As part of the commitment to an inclusive search process, Parker Executive Search held open forums on the SEMO campus this past week. The forums were intended to gather input on areas such as
Whitman Partners Launches CNO Search Practice
Executive search firm Whitman Partners, Inc. has launched a CNO search practice to focus on the placement of chief nursing officers. Greg Masson, partner and healthcare team leader, will head the division and will be joined by Tyler Leonard who will serve as an executive recruiter in the new practice. Mr. Leonard previously worked for
Heidrick & Struggles Adds Partner to Aviation and Transportation Practice
Heidrick & Struggles has added John Davidson as a partner in the firm's global industrial practice where he will serve clients in the aviation and transportation sector. He will be based in Chicago. During his 16-year executive search career, Mr. Davidson has specialized in senior-level search assignments across the airline, general and business aviation, aircraft
Direct Consulting Associates Names Director for IT Services Practice
Direct Consulting Associates (DCA) has named John Yurkschatt as director of the firm’s IT services practice. In his new role, Mr. Yurkschatt will be driving sales and recruitment as well as implementing best practices. He previously served as DCA’s recruitment manager and has built a record for building executive recruitment teams. Direct Consulting Associates’ mission
ASLON Completes Search for OMNOVA Solutions
Executive search firm ASLON has placed Anne Noonan as the new president, performance chemicals, at OMNOVA Solutions. Ms. Noonan previously served as senior vice president and president of the industrial engineered products group of Chemtura Corporation. OMNOVA Solutions is an innovator of emulsion polymers, specialty chemicals, and functional and decorative surfaces for a variety of
DavenportMajor Retained by Westell Technologies for SVP Sales Search
DavenportMajor Executive Search is leading the search for a new senior vice president of worldwide sales for Westell Technologies, an Aurora, Illinois company that makes telecommunications equipment, such as DSL modems, for the home and small office, and outdoor equipment used by service providers. DavenportMajor is an executive search firm which specializes in senior executive
Egon Zehnder To Start Initiative To Increase Female CEOs At FTSE 100 Companies
Spearheaded by newly added U.K. managing director, Miranda Pode, Egon Zehnder will start an initiative to unsettle male-dominated executive positions of the U.K.’s FTSE 100 companies; currently there are only five women in such positions at these organizations. Egon Zehnder hopes to increase this number by 2025 when it launches its "25 by 25" initiative
Korn Ferry Adds Partner to Leadership and Talent Consulting Practice in London
Korn Ferry has named Max Landsberg as a senior partner in the firm's leadership and talent consulting practice in London. Mr. Landsberg, formerly a partner at McKinsey & Company, has advised major global organizations on strategy in the consumer, financial and industrial sectors. “We are thrilled that Max is joining Korn Ferry. His deep experience
Eximius Energy Launches Technology Oil and Gas Search Practice
Specialist oil and gas recruiters Eximius Energy has launched a technology oil and gas search practice to meet increasing client demand for information technology professionals in the energy sector. The new practice will serve the industry by placing highly specialized IT professionals across the U.K., Europe and Asia. Az Lasmi will lead the firm’s new
Accelent Completes Senior Search for Vitals
Accelent, Inc. has placed Guy Lehman as the new vice president of data management at Vitals. Previously, Mr. Lehman served as vice president, data strategy for Cotera and VP, global strategy and product development for Dun & Bradstreet Corporation. Vitals brings together actionable data, digital tools and consumer expertise to empower consumers to make more
Witt/Kieffer Leading CEO Search For Texas Heart Institute
Executive recruiter Witt/Kieffer has been selected by the Texas Heart Institute to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer/chief scientific officer. Consultants John K. Thornburgh, Karen E. Otto, and Andrew P. Chastain are handling the assignment. The mission of the Texas Heart Institute is to reduce the toll of cardiovascular disease through
Harvey Nash Acquires Beaumont Japan; Extends Reach Across APAC
Global executive search firm Harvey Nash has acquired Beaumont Japan, a recruiting outfit operating across the Asia Pacific region. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. The new Harvey Nash Japan business will work closely with Harvey Nash’s network throughout the Asia Pacific region and globally. It will serve a number of sectors, including
AESC Forms Partnership with Invenias
The Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) has partnered with Invenias, a global provider of cloud-based executive search solutions. Invenias is a software company that enables executive search firms, specialist recruitment companies and enterprise recruitment organizations to transform the productivity of their operations with cloud-based desktop and mobile applications. “As technology and the digitization of
Spencer Stuart Places First Female President at Cornell
Spencer Stuart has recruited Elizabeth Garrett to serve as the new president of Cornell University. Mr. Garrett, who is the provost of the University of Southern California, becomes the first female in the school’s history to hold the position. By appointing Ms. Garrett, Cornell becomes the sixth Ivy League school to name a woman as
Simply Driven Launches Manufacturing Technology Recruitment Practice
Simply Driven Executive Search, a member of the Sanford Rose Associates network of offices, has launched a manufacturing technology recruitment practice to focus on manufacturing technology related to CNC machining, lasers, robotics, waterjet and additive printing. “I just returned from the International Manufacturing Technology Show in Chicago, and that experience completely affirmed our strategic direction
Egon Zehnder Report Looks At Capability Gap Among U.S. Company Boards
Corporate boards of leading publicly traded U.S. companies are becoming more global, but the companies still face a capability gap to align their boards with their global aspirations, according to the Egon Zehnder Global Board Index. Even though nearly three-quarters (72 percent) of all S&P 500 companies report some international revenue, corporate boards have achieved
Claymore Partners Talent Survey Reveals Strong Hiring Prospect
Sixty five percent of employers are selectively or significantly increasing executive hiring for the balance of 2014 and into 2015, according to a Claymore Partners Talent Market Survey. The outlook expressed by unemployed executives is also more optimistic than in previous surveys as almost 40 percent say their job prospects are significantly or slightly better.
Tyler & Company Grows Adds VP
Executive search firm Tyler & Company has named Marc B. Miller MD as a vice president. He becomes a member of the firm’s CEO and health systems leadership practice as well as the firm’s physician executive and medical group practice. Dr. Miller offers more than 25 years of experience within the healthcare industry, which encompasses
Hasson Associates Names Additions to the Team
London-based executive recruiters Hasson Associates has added Aileen Ryan as an office manager and Beatrice Zornek as an associate. Ms. Ryan was previously with NEG Earth Lights where she performed a number of roles. She will work closely with the team to ensure the organization maintains operational efficiency throughout its corporate growth. Ms. Zornek brings
Whitman Partners Completes Assignment for Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital
Executive search firm Whitman Partners, Inc. has placed Duchess Pimentel at Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital as the director of surgical services. Ms. Pimentel was previously the clinical operations director of the PACU at Duke University Hospital. The search was conducted by Jim Carver and assisted by Josiah Whitman. Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital is a 278-bed
Storbeck/Pimental Leads Academic Chancellor Search for CSU
Storbeck/Pimentel & Associates has been retained by the California State University System (CSU) to lead in its search for a new executive vice chancellor for academic and student affairs. Sharon Tanabe, partner, and Emy Peña, principal, at Storbeck/Pimentel are handling the assignment. The 23 CSU campuses span California and collectively enroll approximately 447,000 students, making
Allen Austin Adds Two Senior Partners
Global leadership advisory firm Allen Austin has named Polly Shrewsbury as a senior partner in its Austin office and Ken Minter as a senior partner in Houston. Dr. Shrewsbury’s background includes a combination of business and scientific knowledge stemming from a Ph.D. in bioengineering coupled with experience managing multimillion-dollar P&Ls, orchestrating turnarounds, and providing strategic
Hoffman & Associates Adds Partner
Brussels-based recruiters Hoffman & Associates has added Mieke Dhoore as a partner where she will conduct executive search assignments across a variety of business sectors and functional areas. Ms. Dhoore will operate from both the firm’s main Brussels office and a new regional office located in Ghent. Ms. Dhoore has held successive HR positions in
Leadership Development Solutions Joins Agilium
Agilium Worldwide, LLC, has welcomed Leadership Development Solutions (LDS) to its international organization. Based in Bucharest, Leadership Development Solutions was established in 1994 by Korn Ferry. In 2000, after Korn Ferry became a listed company on the NYSE, its Romanian entity went through a management buyout and changed its name to Leadership Development Solutions (LDS).
Kaye/Bassman Recruits President for Pepper-Lawson Construction
Kaye/Bassman International Corp. has placed Todd Granato as president of Pepper-Lawson Construction in Houston. Mr. Granato previously worked for Turner Construction Company since 2001 where he helped various management and leadership roles within the company's Houston business unit. Kaye/Bassman was founded in 1981 and provides global executive search and recruiting solutions with an expertise in
RenaudFoster Leading Search for International Livestock Research Institute
Canadian-based RenaudFoster has been retained to lead the search for a new deputy director general – biosciences and a deputy director general – integrated sciences at the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) in Nairobi, Kenya. ILRI is a member of the CGIAR Consortium of Agricultural Research Centers, which supports the centers as well as multi-center
True Grows Search Staff
True, a global executive search firm focused on high growth technology companies and investment firms, has named Brian Waivada as a partner and Reed Flesher as vice president of product. Mr. Waivada, who will specialize in private equity portfolio companies, was formerly with Heidrick & Struggles’ global financial services practice where he focused on private
Morgan Samuels Strengthens Human Capital Consulting Practice
Morgan Samuels, an L.A.-based human capital consulting firm, has appointed Russell Bishop as a senior partner. Mr. Bishop joins the firm’s human capital consulting practice, which provides people-related solutions designed to help clients predictably achieve mission critical objectives. His primary focus will be in the area of change leadership. Having started five successful companies and
Stanton Chase Adds to San Francisco Office
Stanton Chase International has added Alan Cooper to its San Francisco office as a director and member of the technology industry practice group. With more than 25 years of search experience, Mr. Cooper was previously a principal and founder of a retained search firm serving high technology companies since 1988. His assignments have focused on
