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The Conference Board Highlights a Strategic Slowdown in Hiring
The Conference Board’s August Human Capital report makes clear that CHROs are taking a more cautious, measured approach to workforce strategy. As Diana Scott, leader of The Conference Board US Human Capital Center, explained: “CHROs are taking a more thoughtful, steady approach as economic and policy uncertainty lingers. This slowdown in hiring isn’t about losing confidence—it’s
Lindauer Recruits Chief People Officer for Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard
Lindauer has assisted in the recruitment of Sarah Cox as chief people officer of Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. The search was led by Lindauer senior vice president Paula Fazli, who co-leads the firm’s higher education practice alongside SVP Faith Montgomery. “With Paula Fazli’s support and guidance, we cast a wide net and considered candidates from a range of backgrounds, including
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.
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
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?
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.
Beecher Reagan Names Managing Director
Houston, TX-headquartered executive search firm Beecher Reagan has appointed David Rio as managing director. He will deepen the firm’s work with consulting and technology-enabled services clients across publicly traded, private partnerships, and sponsor-backed companies. “David is a great addition, who will do nothing but strengthen our capabilities and the client experience we deliver,” said Clark Beecher, co-founder and
When to Use an Executive Search Firm
Executive hiring is one of the few business decisions where the consequences compound for years. The right leader can accelerate growth, strengthen culture, improve execution, and create enterprise value far beyond their compensation package. The wrong leader can stall momentum, disrupt teams, and force organizations to spend valuable time and resources correcting course. As companies
Klein Hersh Recruits CEO for Corrixr Therapeutics
Klein Hersh, a search firm focused on the life sciences and healthcare industries, has placed Hilary M. Malone as the new CEO of Corrixr Therapeutics in Newark, DE. She succeeds Eric B. Kmiec, founder of Corrixr, who will continue to serve in his capacity as chief scientific officer and will remain actively engaged in the
RH Perry & Associates Assists Holyoke Community College with Provost Search
RH Perry & Associates recently helped to place Jessica Nicklin as provost and vice president for academic affairs at Holyoke Community College (HCC). Senior consultants Jessie Thompson and Levy Brown led the assignment. “Dr. Nicklin is a respected leader in higher education and an organizational psychologist, recognized for her strategic vision, collaborative leadership, and dedication to student, faculty, and institutional
TSI Group Fills Senior Position for Dixon Hard Chrome
Mississauga, ON-headquartered executive search firm TSI Group Inc. recently assisted in the recruitment of Corey A. Williams as general manager of aerospace and aircraft plating specialist Dixon Hard Chrome in Sun Valley, CA. TSI Group partnered with Dixon Hard Chrome to identify a highly accomplished general manager capable of leading the organization’s operations and supporting its continued
Spencer Stuart Acquires Dr. Bjørn Johansson Associates
Spencer Stuart has acquired Dr. Bjørn Johansson Associates, a Zurich-based, founder-led leadership advisory firm, through which Dr. Bjørn Johansson Associates will be integrated into Spencer Stuart. Financial details of the deal were not disclosed. “Dr. Bjørn Johansson Associates is a highly respected market leader with deep relationships with many of the most iconic and important businesses and organizations in Switzerland
Kingsley Gate Unveils a New Approach to AI-Powered Executive Search
Under pressure to deliver faster results, deeper market intelligence, and stronger candidate outcomes, executive search firms and talent leaders are reevaluating the tools and processes that have long defined the profession. Advances in artificial intelligence are accelerating that shift, creating new possibilities for how searches are scoped, executed, and managed from start to finish. Yet
Growth Happens When Human Capital is the Priority
Every growth story eventually reaches an inflection point where the business becomes more complex than the systems that built it. Revenue can grow quickly, markets can expand, and opportunities can multiply—but sustainable performance depends on an organization’s ability to evolve its leadership, decision-making, and talent infrastructure at the same pace. The companies that navigate these
Shelli Herman and Associates Tapped by Mystic Aquarium to Lead CEO Search
Los Angeles-based Shelli Herman and Associates was recently selected by Mystic Aquarium to lead in its search for a new president and CEO. The organization seeks an experienced, mission-driven CEO to lead the organization into its next chapter, defined by expanded conservation impact, philanthropic growth, and deeper community relevance. Reporting to the board of trustees, this
Furst Group Recruits President and CEO of Blessing Health System
Furst Group, which serves the healthcare and insurance industries, recently helped to recruit Mike Trachta as the president and CEO of Blessing Health System. “The board sought a leader who could shape long-term strategy, strengthen key partnerships, and preserve Blessing Health’s independence while advancing operational excellence and financial stewardship,” Furst Group said in a LinkedIn
Stevenson Search Partners and HAVEN Unite to Launch New Human Capital Platform: Tidemark Talent Solutions
Fort Lee, NJ-based Stevenson Search Partners, a global life science executive search firm and a Hunt Scanlon Top 50 ranked search firm, and HAVEN, a leadership development advisory firm, have created a strategic partnership under Tidemark Talent Solutions, a newly formed holding company focused on building an integrated human capital platform. Tidemark will seek to acquire and scale high-performing specialist
CHRO Succession Grows More Deliberate as Organizations Prioritize Experience and Transformation
The role of the chief human resources officer continues to evolve as organizations navigate workforce transformation, leadership succession, technological disruption, and shifting employee expectations. Once viewed primarily as a steward of talent and culture, today’s CHRO is increasingly expected to serve as a strategic business partner, helping shape enterprise priorities while ensuring organizations have the
DHR Global Tapped by Texas Southern to Lead Men’s Basketball Head Coach Search
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has been retained by Texas Southern to lead in its search for a new men’s head basketball coach. DHR emerged from what the university described as a competitive review process. The firm will help the school build and vet a broad pool of candidates capable of sustaining a program that ranks among the conference’s
Cook Silverman Search Retained by the California Academy of Sciences
Greenbrae, CA-based Cook Silverman Search was recently retained by the California Academy of Sciences to lead in its search for a director of leadership philanthropy. is a pivotal leadership role within the Advancement Department at the California Academy of Sciences. Reporting directly to the chief advancement officer and working closely with the executive director and board of
The Moran Company Names CEO
The Moran Company, an executive recruitment firm that specializes in the non-profit sector, has announced that Mike English joins Bill Moran as a partner of the firm and has been named the company’s CEO. Mr. Moran will continue his role as president of the company he established more than 30 years ago. Since then, The
DSG Global Appoints Managing Director
DSG Global has expanded with the addition of Arpan Narayan as managing director. “We are pleased to welcome Arpan to DSG Global at a time when leveraging technology and AI depends on leadership that can execute the agenda,” said Aileen Alexander, CEO of DSG Global. “People sit at the center of the most consequential decisions, and
Why Organizational Performance Is Becoming the New Competitive Edge
McKinsey & Company’s The State of Organizations 2026 report highlights a business environment undergoing structural transformation. Drawing on responses from more than 10,000 leaders across 15 countries and 17 industries, the research identifies three interconnected forces reshaping organizations: technological disruption, geopolitical uncertainty, and workforce shifts. The pressure on organizations is intensifying from multiple directions at once. Companies
Preng & Associates Recruits CHRO for Caturus Energy
Houston-based Preng & Associates has recruited Mary Kenner as chief human resources officer at Caturus Energy LLC. The completion of the executive search comes at a pivotal moment for Caturus, as the company advances its ambition to build the nation’s leading independent integrated natural gas and LNG business through its differentiated wellhead-to-water strategy. Preng & Associates partnered with Caturus to
DRiWaterstone Human Capital Leading Executive Director Search for Seismic Foundation
DRiWaterstone Human Capital is currently leading in the search for an executive director for Seismic Foundation. This executive will fully own Seismic’s North American strategy and execution. The mission for this executive is to build out the Seismic Foundation operations as part of the AI governance ecosystem by delivering high-impact campaigns that shift the needle
Flatiron Search Partners Places CTO at Massage Envy
Flatiron Search Partners (FSP) has assisted in the recruitment of Abe Hong as chief technology officer of Massage Envy in Scottsdale, AZ. “Abe is a proven technology leader with deep experience supporting complex, multi-site businesses,” said Todd Schrader, CEO of Massage Envy Franchising. “His ability to align technology strategy with business goals, combined with his collaborative
Boyden to Acquire GreenSight Executive Search
Boyden has announced it will acquire GreenSight Executive Search, a retained search and consulting firm based in Atlanta. The acquisition strengthens Boyden’s presence, network and service in the Southeastern United States. The acquisition will see Boyden absorb GreenSight’s client portfolio and leadership team. Founding partners Trisha Hutchison and Daniel Kepler will join the Boyden Atlanta office as managing partners, bringing
A Look at the Trends Impacting Executive Search
With over two decades of experience in the executive search industry, countless trends have impacted the way Grey Search + Strategy approaches their work. “Today, clients are navigating a complex web of emerging technologies, new regulations, changing workplace dynamics, and shifting company and candidate expectations,” the firm said. In this article, Grey Search + Strategy
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
ECS Partners International Finds New President/COO for Regional Management Corporation
Executive search firm ECS Partners International has placed Jody L. Anderson as president and chief operating officer at Regional Management Corporation (RMC), a diversified specialty consumer finance company based in Greenville, SC. Prior to joining RMC, Mr. Anderson served as director North America operations at OneMain Financial (formerly CitiFinancial), the consumer finance division of Citigroup.
BarkerGilmore Leading Search for Pinnacle West Capital Corp.
Fairport, NY-headquartered search firm BarkerGilmore has been retained by Pinnacle West Capital Corp. to identify a senior environmental attorney who will oversee a wide variety of environmental matters. For 125 years, Pinnacle West and its affiliates have provided energy and energy-related products to people and businesses throughout Arizona. BarkerGilmore specializes in a select range of
ZRG Partners Adds Managing Director in Consumer Search Practice
ZRG Partners Inc., a global provider of executive search and talent management solutions, has appointed Cathy Sutherland as managing director in the firm’s consumer executive search practice. She will work out of the ZRG’s Tri-State New York area metro offices. Ms. Sutherland brings a wealth of experience within the industry, working with global consumer clients
TMS Asia Pacific Elects Chairman
TMS Asia Pacific has elected Mike Walmsley as chairman. He has worked with the founder of recruiting firm Parker Bridge for over 20 years. Mr. Walmsley is the creator of the search portal recruitmenttraining.com. “As I am already in business with Mike elsewhere we decided that the timing was right to bring someone of his
Decsion Recruitment Renamed Ionic
U.K.-based Decision Recruitment, a specialist recruiting consultancy within the construction, social housing and maintenance sectors, has undergone rebranding and changed its name to Ionic. The rebranding includes a new website, logo and an increased marketing/PR presence. “The aim of the new website is to make the process of searching for job advertisements and making contact
Notogroup Completes Search for American Alpine Club
Notogroup Executive Search has recruited Jonathan Matthews to the position of operations director at the American Alpine Club (AAC). Mr. Matthews previously served a management consultant at American Express and prior to that was president and CEO of Synergy Fuels Corp. and T-REX Energy. “I cannot speak highly enough about the thorough search and daily
Kerridge and Partners Handling CEO Search for NZOSL
New Zealand-based search firm Kerridge and Partners has been selected by New Zealand Oil Services Limited (NZOSL) to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. New Zealand Oil Services Limited (NZOSL) was established 14 years ago as a joint venture between BP Oil and Z Energy (formerly Shell) to provide terminal services
Sheffield Haworth Adds to Business and Professional Services Team
Search firm Sheffield Haworth has added Justin Gault in London as managing director within its business and professional services team. Mr. Gault specializes in CFO/ finance, audit, treasury and tax across financial services. He was previously a partner in the infrastructure practice of London boutique firm Hammond Partners. “Justin brings a proven track record and
PeopleChamps Launched to Service Gaming and Hospitality Industries
Boutique executive search and HR firm PeopleChamps has been launched to specialize in the gaming and hospitality industries. Its services include executive recruitment and placement services, mentoring and coaching, organizational development, HR and training. The PeopleChamps executive team is headed up by founder, president and CEO Gerry Nailon. Mr. Nailon is a 35-plus year gaming
