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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
Alexander Hughes Names Managing Partner of Paris Office
Alexander Hughes has appointed Jean-Marie Simon as managing partner of the Paris office. “His appointment as managing partner of the Paris office follows his successful tenure as a client partner at our firm for several years, where he played a key role in managing our relationships with key clients, leading strategic initiatives and developing a
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.
Streamlining the Hiring Process to Secure Top Talent
In a competitive hiring market, speed and preparation can often make the difference between securing a top candidate and losing them to another opportunity. With many professionals exploring new roles while remaining fully employed, organizations must balance thorough evaluation with an efficient and well-coordinated recruitment process. The most successful employers are those that approach hiring
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?
DHR Global Adds New Partner in Singapore
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has expanded with the addition of Veronique Denis-Pelliet as a partner in its technology and retail & consumer practices in Singapore. A seasoned executive with over 10 years of experience in executive search, ESG leadership, sales, and international business development, Ms. Denis-Pelliet has led multicultural teams and driven growth in Southeast Asia, China, Europe,
Assessing Business Development Talent Without Slowing the Hiring Process
Companies are placing greater emphasis on improving hiring accuracy as competition for high-performing talent intensifies across the market. Yet many organizations continue to rely on inconsistent interview practices, subjective evaluations, and selection processes that create unnecessary friction for both candidates and internal stakeholders. Most hiring failures do not happen because companies move too fast. They
Academic Search Recruits President for Henry Ford College
Academic Search has placed David M. Knezek as the seventh president of Henry Ford College. Shirley Robinson Pippins and Richard Cummins led the assignment. Mr. Knezek, currently serving as chief operating officer of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and as an elected Wayne County commissioner, will assume the presidency later this year, succeeding interim president Dr. Lori
Fabric.AI Taps Egon Zehnder for Critical Search
Global leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder has been retained by NASDAQ-traded AI infrastructure company Fabric.AI to lead the search for a senior project management executive. “Egon Zehnder’s reputation, global reach, and deep expertise across AI, advanced technologies, and organizational leadership make them an ideal partner for Fabric.AI at this stage of our growth,” said Josh Silverman, CEO of
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
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
What Skills Do CEOs Need Today to Succeed
While the pandemic is in the rearview mirror, that doesn’t mean we aren’t experiencing challenging times. From economics to politics, and from cyber threats to artificial intelligence (AI), the world can be difficult to navigate—and so can the role of a CEO. A 2024 survey from The Conference Board showed that inflation and a possible
Ken Clark Partners Fills Position for Smith & Nephew
Ken Clark Partners LLC,, has placed Renae Dill as senior director of operations at Smith & Nephew. Neill Shanahan, Midwest USA partner for Ken Clark, led the assignment. Ms. Dill formerly served as a global network leader for Amgen Corporation. Smith & Nephew is a global medical technology business dedicated to helping improve people’s lives.
Renaud Foster Handling Search for Public Sector Integrity Commissioner
Canadian-based RenaudFoster has been selected to lead the search for a new public sector integrity commissioner at the office of the Public Sector Integrity Commissioner in Ottawa. The Office of the Public Sector Integrity Commissioner investigates wrongdoing in the federal public sector. Renaud Foster is a bilingual executive search firm with a long-established presence in
Knightsbridge Adds Talent Management Veteran to U.S. Team
Knightsbridge Human Capital Solutions has appointed Scott Ahlstrand as a senior partner. Based in Chicago, Mr. Ahlstrand will be responsible for business development and helping clients diagnose and solve the underlying people and workforce issues limiting performance. Previously, he served as global head of ManpowerGroup Solutions Strategic Workforce Consulting Practice and was SVP talent management
AESC Names Karen Greenbaum as President and CEO
The Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) has named Karen Greenbaum as its next president and CEO, replacing Peter Felix who recently announced his intentions to retire after 16 years as the organization’s CEO. The search was led by a committee of eight senior AESC members and managed by Heidrick & Struggles. Ms. Greenbaum spent
Korn Ferry Posts 9.6 Percent Revenue Gain
Korn Ferry/(NYSE:KFY) posted revenues of $260.3 million for first quarter fiscal 2014, an increase of 9.6 percent from revenues of $237.6 million a year ago. Fee revenues were primarily driven by an 8.6 percent rise in executive recruiting fees ($148.4 million), a 5.8 percent increase in the firm's leadership & talent consulting business ($63.6 million)
Boyden Adds Partner in Interim Management Business
Boyden has named David Jensen as a new partner in its interim management business. He will be based in the U.K. Mr. Jensen is an 18 year veteran of the European interim management sector and has been one of the highest producers of assignments across multiple sectors and disciplines. He tripled the size of one
Conroy Ross Partners Expands Executive Search Footprint
Executive search firm Conroy Ross Partners has signed an agreement with Optimum Talent Executive Search to integrate Optimum’s executive search division into the Conroy Ross brand. Optimum also provides a suite of human resources and executive consultant services, which will continue to operate under the Optimum brand. The deal brings Conroy Ross three new office
Isaacson, Miller Finds Provost for Dartmouth College
Isaacson, Miller has placed Carolyn Dever as provost of Dartmouth College. Ms. Dever was the dean of the College of Arts and Science at Vanderbilt University. The search was led by John Muckle and John Isaacson with Leslie McCarthy. Founded in 1769, Dartmouth is a member of the Ivy League and consistently ranks among the
Koltin Consulting Group Selected By CohnReznick
Geremy Cepin, managing director of Koltin Consulting Group, has been retained by CohnReznick to lead its search for a national director of accounting and auditing. The position is a partner in the firm’s national assurance organization and a key member of the firm’s assurance management team. CohnReznick is the 10th largest public accounting and business
Heidrick & Struggles Up 24 Percent in Four Weeks
The stock price of executive recruiter Heidrick & Struggles International is up 23.5 percent in the last four weeks, an encouraging sign that the firm's new chief executive, Tracy R. Wolstencroft, is making headway in reshaping one of the nation's best known search firms by focusing on delivering a more fully integrated talent service platform.
Gilbert Tweed Associates Adds Managing Director
Search firm Gilbert Tweed Associates has named Gary Klein as managing director in New York. His focus is in digital technology, telecom and global media and entertainment. Mr. Klein has an extensive background in executive search with a focus on all verticals of the digital universe, as well as the global media and entertainment sectors.
Addison Group Acquires CVPartners
Addison Group, a provider of professional recruiting services, has acquired CVPartners, Inc., a recruiting firm with offices in the San Francisco and Seattle markets. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. CVPartners delivers contract and executive search services to companies across the finance and accounting, information technology and human resources job functions. “We are
3P Consultants Places Head of HR at Sakal Media Group
Executive search firm 3P Consultants Pvt. Ltd has placed Vidhya Fernandez as the head of human resources at Sakal Media Group. In her last role with McCain India, Ms. Fernandez was a core member of the India management team responsible for setting up HR systems and processes. Established in 1932, the Sakal Media Group is
Colin Baezinger Leading County Administrator Search For El Paso
The El Paso County Commissioners Court has retained the services of executive search firm Colin Baenzinger & Associates to lead in its search for a new county administrator. Established in 1997, Colin Baenziger & Associates (CB&A) is a nationally recognized executive recruiting firm owned and operated by Colin Baenziger. The firm is headquartered in Palm
Heidrick & Struggles Adds Partner in Financial Services Practice
Heidrick & Struggles International has named John Hindley as a partner within the firm's financial services practice. He will be based in Heidrick's London office. Mr. Hindley previously worked for Credit Suisse Prime Services where he led the bank's EMEA prime consulting team and was responsible for advising clients on many issues, with an emphasis
Lucas Group Grows HR Practice Group
Search firm Lucas Group has appointed David Lively as the new managing partner for the firm’s human resources practice group in Atlanta. A graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point and Captain in the Army through three tours in Iraq, Mr. Lively worked in military recruiting prior to joining Lucas Group. “David is
Fesa CEO Elected Chair of AESC Brazil National Committee
Denys Monteiro, chief executive officer and partner of Fesa, has been elected as the new chair of the AESC Brazil National Committee for the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC). Denys Monteiro succeeds Luiz Carlos Cabrera as the new chair. The chair of the AESC Brazil national committee serves as a local spokesperson to comment
Lochlin Partners Completes Search For PBS
Boutique executive search firm Lochlin Partners has placed William Weber as the new vice president of government affairs and associate general counsel at Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). Mr. Weber joins PBS after spending more than eight years with Baker & Hostetler LLP, where he was a partner with the firm’s government policy and data privacy
Spencer Stuart Retained by Cumulus Media
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been selected by Cumulus Media Inc. to lead its search for a new executive vice president of radio. The executive that assumes this position will be focused on providing day-to-day operational and strategic leadership of Cumulus' radio station group consisting of 460 stations in 90 U.S. markets. Cumulus Media
JBK Associates Names Managing Director
New Jersey-based executive search firm JBK Associates International has named Howard J. Gross as a managing director. He will be responsible for leading the growth of the firm’s consumer, retail, luxury, and not-for-profit practices. Mr. Gross joins JBK Associates from Boyden where he was a partner and practice leader with global responsibilities for the past
Russell Reynolds Associates Appoints Board Effectiveness Practice Leader
Global executive search firm Russell Reynolds Associates has named Jack O’Kelley to globally lead its expanded board effectiveness practice within the firm’s CEO and board advisory services. “Rusty's expertise and experience helps our clients raise the bar on board effectiveness, corporate governance and CEO succession planning,” said Clarke Murphy, CEO. “Boards are under mounting pressure
Rutherford Cross Opens Interim Division
Scottish-based specialist search firm Rutherford Cross has launched a new interim employment division and added Derek Lauder and Lucy Edgar to lead it. The two will oversee expansion in the interim market across the Central Belt with Mr. Lauder focusing on commerce and industry in the west as well as the public sector. Ms. Edgar
Accelent Recruits CTO For PageScience
Accelent, Inc. has placed Satnam Gandhi as the new chief technology officer at PageScience. Previously, Mr. Gandhi served as head – product engineering for Theorem. Pagescience, the makers of PageMatchTM technology — a leader in programmatic advertising for delivering audiences in context at the page level. Accelent is an executive talent acquisition and integration firm
Rosenzweig & Company Retained By INET to Find Chief Program Officer
Rosenzweig & Company, a global provider of executive recruitment solutions, has been retained by The Institute for New Economic Thinking (INET) to conduct a search for a chief program officer. INET is a New York City-based organization started by George Soros in the aftermath of the 2007/2008 economic downturn, in order to support new economic
Chartwell Partners and Cavoure Advisors Merge
Executive search firms Chartwell Partners and Cavoure Advisors have agreed to merge firms. The new entity, which will retain the Chartwell Partners name, will serve clients both nationally and internationally from five different offices located in Dallas, Chicago, Austin, Washington, D.C. and Philadelphia. Their expertise will include highly focused practices serving the healthcare, consumer, financial
Norrie Johnston Recruitment Adds Director
Graham Oates has purchased a 10 percent stake in Norrie Johnston Recruitment (NJR) and he has also joined the firm as a director. According to sources, Mr. Graham will fulfill a leadership role in the development of the firm’s service offerings to technology and international clients. He was a senior partner at KPMG for 14
Accretive Solutions Appoints President
Accretive Solutions has named Kerry Barrett as the firm’s president. Rich Moran, current CEO of Accretive Solutions, will resign as CEO but remain as vice chairman of the board. Ms. Barrett joined Accretive Solutions as Northern California market leader in August 2012. During her tenure she worked with the Northern California leadership team to expand
BCA, Executive Recruiters Fills Talent Acquisition Post For Nestle Waters N.A.
BCA, Executive Recruiters has placed Erik Matz as head of talent acquisition at Nestlé Waters North America (NWNA). Mr. Matz was previously with ADP and TEKsystems. BCA’s chief executive officer, Joe Gonzalez, led the search. Nestlé Waters North America is the largest bottled water company in the U.S., distributing seven of the top 10 brands
Hodges Partners Finds CEO For The Menninger Clinic
Executive recruiter Hodges Partners, LLC, has recruited Dr. C. Edward Coffey as president and chief executive officer of The Menninger Clinic. Dr. Coffey was most recently vice president of the private seven-hospital, not-for-profit Henry Ford Health System in Detroit and concurrently served as CEO of Henry Ford Behavioral Health Services and chair of psychiatry for
Boyden Adds to Industrial and Technology Practices in Detroit
Boyden has added Jeff Supina as a managing partner and member of the firm’s industrial and technology practices in Detroit. Mr. Supina brings two decades of placing senior executives in Fortune 500, private equity and high growth organizations in technology, finance, operations, IT services, supply chain, sales, marketing, human resources, and general management roles. In
Rowan Group Opens New Office in Chorley
Manchester-headquartered executive search firm Rowan Group has opened a new office in Chorley, Lancashire and named Carl Meyler as an associate director to lead its growth in the region. With more than 15 years of recruitment experience, Mr. Meyler was previously a manager with RK Finance and RK Consultancy. “The business has successfully operated from
