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Korn Ferry Posts Seven Percent Q2 Revenue Increase
Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) has posted Q2 fiscal-year 2026 revenues of $721.7 million, an increase of seven percent year-over-year, six percent at constant currency. Fee revenue grew 10 percent and 17 percent year-over-year in executive search and professional search & interim, respectively. “Our performance during the quarter was outstanding, as we achieved our fourth consecutive quarter of
Shelli Herman and Associates Assists of the Metropolitan Entertainment & Convention Authority with CEO Search
Los Angeles-based Shelli Herman and Associates has assisted in the recruitment of Adam J. Straight as the new president and CEO of the Metropolitan Entertainment & Convention Authority (MECA) in Omaha, NE. The decision to hire Mr. Straight follows an exhaustive nationwide search to replace the current MECA President and CEO, Roger Dixon, who is retiring at
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 Moran Company Recruits CEO for The Arc of New Mexico
The Moran Company, an executive recruitment firm that specializes in the non-profit sector, has placed Tracie Fletcher as the new executive director of The Arc of New Mexico. Senior search consultant Bruce Scott led the assignment. “Tracie brings a 25-year track record of leadership in non-profit, government, and community organizations,” The Arc of New Mexico said in a
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?
Solomon Page Launches AI Retained Executive Search Practice
New York City headquartered executive search firm Solomon Page has launched a retained executive search practice dedicated to artificial intelligence leadership. The practice is led by managing director Ryan Kellner. The practice partners with organizations in financial services, healthcare, life sciences, and venture-backed technology to place chief AI officers, heads of AI, heads of data science, and
Ema Raises $77 Million in Funding
Enterprise adoption of artificial intelligence is moving beyond experimentation as companies look for tools that can deliver measurable outcomes across core business functions. As organizations seek to automate more complex workflows in areas such as HR, IT, and finance, investors are increasingly backing platforms designed to operate at enterprise scale rather than remain stuck in
The Counteroffer Dilemma: What Candidates Need to Know Before Resigning
Landing the job offer of your dreams should be the culmination of a successful search process. But for many professionals, one of the most difficult parts comes after the offer is accepted: telling a current employer they are leaving. A recent report from The Bridger Group examines how companies respond when valued employees resign and
True Launches Boutique Search Practice for Venture-Backed Companies
Global executive talent platform True has launched True Venture Studios, a boutique executive search practice serving founders and venture-backed companies across AI infrastructure, HardTech, SpaceTech, DefenseTech, Fintech, healthcare, and life sciences, among others. “True Venture Studios is our way of reasserting our roots, giving founders a dedicated team that moves at their speed and fights for the
Vetted Solutions Recruits CEO for GO2 for Lung Cancer
Washington, D.C.-based Vetted Solutions has placed David Benson as the new CEO of GO2 for Lung Cancer. “David is an exceptional leader with a deep commitment to improving the lives of people affected by cancer,” said GO2 board president Rick Sherlock. “His collaborative leadership style, strategic vision, and ability to build meaningful partnerships make him the right
TalentRise Assists Grassroots Gardens of WNY with Executive Director Search
TalentRise has assisted in the recruitment of Megan Kelly as the new executive director of Grassroots Gardens of WNY. “We’re thrilled to announce Meg Kelly as the new executive director of Grassroots Gardens WNY,” the organization said. “Meg brings experience to our garden network from her work with the region’s business and entrepreneurship community, and enters
Private Equity Firms Rethink Executive Hiring for Future Growth
PE investors routinely underwrite businesses based on their future state. For example, an investment thesis may assume a restaurant company will double its unit count, accelerate franchising, expand geographically, complete acquisitions, improve margins, or become significantly more institutionalized during the hold period. Executive hiring, however, often remains anchored to the present, according to a new
ON Partners Recruits CFO for Fortera
Partners Josh Nathanson and Chris Clements along with principal Alexis Rohe of ON Partners have placed Albert Luu as the new CFO of cement manufacturer Fortera in San Jose, CA. “Fortera is at a stage where the work we’ve done to prove the technology now has to be matched by our ability to finance and execute at scale,”
BoardWalk Consulting Assists Downtown Atlanta with CEO Search
BoardWalk Consulting has recruited Kyle Waide as the new CEO of Downtown Atlanta Inc. (DAI) to lead in its search for a CEO. The search was led by Sam Pettway, Crystal Stephens, and Patti Kish. The search committee began its work in April of 2026 under the leadership of Egbert Perry, CEO, Integral Group; longtime member of CAP and
SearchWide Global Recruits President and CEO for Visit California
SearchWide Global has helped to recruit Julie Coker as the new president and CEO of Visit California. She succeeds longtime leader Caroline Beteta, who announced her retirement earlier this year. The assignment was led by Mike Gamble, chairman, CEO, and co-founder of SearchWide. The appointment is the culmination of a comprehensive global search conducted in partnership
JM Search Expands Search Team
JM Search, a senior-level talent provider serving private equity investors, portfolio companies, and Fortune 1000s, has expanded with the additions of Amber Shockey as partner within its legal practice and Curtis Walker as principal within its media & telecommunications team. “Continued private equity investment across legal services, legal-adjacent businesses, and professional sports is elevating the importance of
Interim or Executive Search? Choosing the Right Leadership Solution
Interim leadership has moved well beyond being a stopgap solution for unexpected vacancies. As organizations face greater complexity, faster strategic shifts, and mounting pressure to deliver results, boards and CEOs are increasingly turning to experienced interim leaders as a flexible way to maintain momentum and address critical business needs. For executive search firms, that shift
Funk Associates Assists the University of North Florida with the Recruitment of Eighth President
Funk Associates has assisted in the recruitment of Michael P. Shannon as the eighth president of the University of North Florida (UNF). Past president Moez Limayem stepped down from his position in early 2026. “Mike Shannon is the leader who can build on UNF’s strong momentum and continue to elevate the University’s incredible impact across our
DHR Global Recruits President of Business Operations for the Pittsburgh Penguins
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has placed Marcel Braithwaite as president of business operations for the Pittsburgh Penguins. This search was led by Mike Gagliardi and Glenn Sugiyama of DHR’s sports practice. “Marcel is going to be a transformational hire for one of the NHL’s premier teams,” said Mr. Sugiyama, managing partner of DHR’s sports practice. “I had the
Mercuri Urval Expands International Public and ESG Expert Practice
Stockholm, Sweden-based executive search firm Mercuri Urval (MU) has expanded with the addition of former Danish government minister Astrid Krag to its international public and ESG expert practice. “With Astrid’s extensive experience in international public affairs, strong commitment to ESG and sustainability, and deep understanding of life sciences, she brings a valuable combination of expertise and
ZRG Partners Acquires N2Growth’s Spain Business
ZRG Partners has entered the Spanish market through the acquisition of the business formerly known as Blacksmith that had been doing business since 2023 under the umbrella of N2Growth. Through this integration, ZRG enters the Spanish market with an established local team and the goal of offering Spanish and international clients agile, high-touch advisory backed by
Family Offices Move Into Human Capital M&A
Altss’ latest ranking, The 50 Largest Family Offices in the World (2026), illustrates the scale family capital has reached. The 50 largest offices collectively manage an estimated $2.4 trillion, with the top 10 controlling more than $1.5 trillion. Twenty-eight of the top 50 are headquartered in North America, while private equity represents their largest average portfolio allocation
The Leadership Pipeline Crisis: AI’s Hidden Cost
Companies everywhere are celebrating leaner teams, faster execution, and higher productivity thanks to AI, according to HIRECLOUT. From a business perspective, the logic is easy to understand, according to Avetis Antaplyan, founder and CEO of HIRECLOUT. “Investors reward efficiency,” Mr. Antaplyan said. “Leaders are under pressure to do more with less. Automation is eliminating repetitive
Klein Hersh Recruits CFO for Sparrow Pharmaceuticals
Klein Hersh, a search firm focused on the life sciences and healthcare industries, has recruited George Eldridge as the new CFO of Sparrow Pharmaceuticals, a targeted cardiometabolic therapeutics company. “We are thrilled to welcome George to Sparrow at such an important time for our company,” said Robert Jacks, president and CEO of Sparrow Pharmaceuticals. “George
McCormack + Kristel Seeking Executive Director for NEXT Harm Reduction
McCormack + Kristel has been retained by NEXT Harm Reduction (NEXT Distro) to lead in its search for an executive director. This is a rare opportunity for a visionary leader and skilled fundraiser to take a nationally recognized organization with an urgent mandate and grow it to the scale the moment demands. Reporting to the board
Riviera Partners Expands Public Practice
San Francisco-based Riviera Partners, a recruitment provider specializing in C-level engineering, product, and design leader placements, has expanded with the addition of Archer McFall as a partner within its public practice serving large, publicly-traded companies and late-stage, pre-IPO companies. “Getting the right CTO, CIO, or chief AI officer in place, building the team structure around AI, making sure the
HelloSky Brings Its Graph of People, Investors, and Companies Into Claude and ChatGPT
Executive search firms are increasingly looking for ways to move beyond traditional databases and static candidate profiles as clients demand deeper market intelligence and faster, more precise insight into leadership talent. Advances in artificial intelligence are giving recruiters new tools to connect people, companies, investors, relationships, and career outcomes in ways that can strengthen candidate
Harris Search Associates Leading Senior Assignment for Carnegie Mellon University
Harris Search Associates has been retained by Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) to lead in its search for newly created role of associate vice president for research computing and data (AVP RCD). Jeffrey Harris and Ed Christ are leading the assignment. This role offers a unique opportunity to elevate and transform CMU’s research computing ecosystem positioning it to better support
Preng & Associates Assists SOGC, LLC with President Search
Following a comprehensive executive search, Houston-based Preng & Associates assisted in the recruitment of David French as the new president of SOGC, LLC. “Preng & Associates is proud to have supported this important leadership appointment and continues to partner with energy companies worldwide in identifying and securing transformative executive talent,” the firm said. Mr. French brings
NPAG Appoints Senior Advisor
Executive search firm NPAG has appointed André Blackman as senior advisor. In this new role, he will build and lead a practice focused on mission-driven innovation — connecting dynamic leadership talent and the development resources to keep that talent in seat, to founders and organizations solving problems that matter. “André brings a rare combination of strategic insight, storytelling
Achieving True Diversity: The Power of Inclusion and Evidence-Based Recruitment Strategies
Mercuri Urval is a global executive search and talent advisory firm headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. The firm was founded in 1967. Today, Mercuri Urval works with more than 3,000 clients – across all sectors – in over 70 countries every year. It is the only global executive search and leadership advisory firm based in the
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
Phillips Oppenheim Finds Executive Director for Decordova Sculpture Park and Museum
New York City-headquartered Phillips Oppenheim has placed John B. Ravenal as executive director of deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum. Mr. Ravenal is Virginia Museum of Fine Arts’Sydney and Frances Lewis family curator of modern and contemporary art. DeCordova Sculpture Park and Museum is a 30-acre sculpture park and contemporary art museum on the shore of
Leadership Recruiters Retained by Schuykill River Greenway Association
Leadership Recruiters has been selected by Schuylkill River Greenway Association to lead in its search for a new executive director for the Heritage Area. Current Schuylkill River Heritage Area executive director Kurt D. Zwikl has announced that he will retire next June. The Schuylkill River Heritage Area is managed by the non-profit Schuylkill River Greenway
Heidrick & Struggles Names Senior Advisor
Heidrick & Struggles has appointed Kerry Sulkowicz MD as a senior advisor. A psychiatrist by training, Dr. Sulkowicz advises CEOs and boards on a range of issues including CEO transitions and succession planning, management and boardroom dynamics, corporate culture change, and assessments of senior teams. "Kerry has served as a trusted leadership advisor to some
IIC Partners Adds Marlière & Gerstlauer Executive Search to Network
IIC Partners has added Marlière & Gerstlauer Executive Search as its newest member. Marlière & Gerstlauer was established by its two founding partners, Jean-François Marlière and Matthias Gerstlauer, and has offices in Luxembourg and Hamburg. The firm specializes in executive placements for the financial services, general and corporate services industries. Mr. Marlière has over 17
Research Reveals New Approaches to Talent Management
Talent deficiencies significantly hamper 40 percent of strategy implementation efforts, according to PMI Thought Leadership Series, a report released by Project Management Institute (PMI). This, in turn, inhibits competitive advantage, growth and customer satisfaction. Organizational leaders are aware of the impact of insufficient talent with 72 percent of respondents reporting that talent management will become
3P Consultants Recruits CFO for Blue Star
Executive search firm 3P Consultants Pvt. Ltd has placed Neeraj Basur as chief financial officer of Blue Star, India’s largest central air-conditioning company with a network of 29 offices and 2,600 employees. Mr. Basur has worked with Max Bupa Health Insurance Company (CFO), Max India (SVP of corporate finance), HCL Technologies (corporate controller), Spice Telecom
Deerfield Associates Retained by Cushing Academy
Wellesley, MA-headquartered DEERFIELD ASSOCIATES Executive Search, Inc. has been retained by Cushing Academy to conduct a national search for a director of advancement. Cushing Academy is a coeducational national independent boarding and day secondary school located on a 162 acre campus in Ashburnham, Massachusetts. DEERFIELD ASSOCIATES Executive Search was founded by Doug Cooney in 2001
Korn Ferry Names Vice Chairman for Board & CEO Services EMEA
Korn Ferry has appointed Olof Pripp as vice chairman, board & CEO services EMEA. He will be based out of Korn Ferry’s London and Geneva offices. Mr. Pripp was previously with Spencer Stuart, where he co-led the global chief information officer practice at the firm and worked with C-suite executives and board members of European
Praxi Alliance Adds Member Firm in Oslo
PRAXI ALLIANCE has added Oslo-headquartered Headvisor AS as its newest member firm. Led by chief executive officer Per Inge Hjertaker, Headvisor AS has Norwegian-based offices in Trondheim, Bergen and Stavanger. “With the addition of Per and his team, we are fulfilling our mission to build and strengthen our Nordic presence,” said Fabio Ciarapica, PRAXI ALLIANCE
Career Partners International Strengthens Supply Chain Management Practice
The Houston/Dallas/Austin/Louisiana offices of Career Partners International (CPI) has named Bob Engel as leader of its new supply chain management (SCM) practice. As a practitioner and consultant for over 25 years, Mr. Engel has hands-on experience in supply chain management and held leadership positions for both Fortune 100 and mid-sized companies. He co-founded The Procurement
Bespoke Partners Places CFO at TravelClick
San Diego-headquartered Bespoke Partners has recruited David Obstler as chief financial officer of TravelClick. Most recently, Mr. Obstler was CFO at OpenLink Financial, a global leader in Transaction Lifecycle Management (TLM) software. TravelClick is a global provider of innovative cloud-based solutions that enable hotels to grow revenue. Bespoke Partners assists private equity firms to deliver
Ralph Andersen and Associates Heading President Search for Pasadena City College
Executive search firm Ralph Andersen and Associates has been selected by Pasadena City College to lead in its search for a new president. Former president Mark Rocha retired this past summer. Established in 1924, Pasadena City College offers 70 certificate programs in 37 different subject areas and enrolls over 30,000 students per semester. Founded in
Slone Partners Opens Office in Boston
Executive recruiters Slone Partners has opened a new office in Boston to service the biotech and life sciences industries. Slone Partners’ growth in the Boston area strengthens the roots the firm already has in the Boston biotech/life sciences cluster. “Slone Partners works with so many visionary minds in Boston, and we continue to expand our
Lucas Group Names New Hires
Search firm Lucas Group has appointed Steven Robinson to lead the firm’s national IT practice group. Mr. Robinson previously was regional vice president for Robert Half TSS operations in Houston. He will hire, develop and manage a team of collaborative and high-performance IT recruiters. Lucas Group also named Justin Laliberte as managing partner for the
Kforce Posts 12 Percent Q3 Revenue Increase
Kforce Inc./(NASDAQ:KFRC) has posted revenues of $313.8 million for the third quarter ended September 30, an increase of 12.1 percent from $280 million a year ago. The company reported net income of $65 million, or $2.06 per share, compared to net income of $9 million and $0.27 per share, for the third quarter of 2013.
Ken Clark Partners Completes Search for Inventive Health
Ken Clark Partners LLC has placed Bart Valdez as executive vice president – strategic resourcing at inVentiv Health Clinical Group. Mr. Valdez was previously EVP and general manager of Ceridian. Ken Clark, chairman of Ken Clark Partners, led the assignment. inVentiv Health, Inc. is a life science knowledge and services company purpose-built for the new
Spencer Stuart Heading President Search for Meharry Medical College
Spencer Stuart is leading the search for a new president for Meharry Medical College. The college is looking for a successor to Meharry president A. Cherrie Epps, who will remain at her post until a candidate is selected. “Spencer Stuart’s healthcare services practice has extensive experience in identifying and assessing talented leaders in academic medical
Caldwell Partners Posts 33 Percent Revenue Gain; U.S. Up 43 Percent
The Caldwell Partners International Inc. posted fourth quarter revenues of $13.2 million, up 28 percent from revenues of $10.3 million a year ago. Full-year revenues increased 33 percent over 2013 to $45.1 million. Revenue in the U.S. for the quarter was up 36 percent, while Canadian revenues rose 13 percent. For the year, U.S. revenues
Amrop Expands Global Staff
Amrop has added eight new partners and consultants within its global partnership of executive search professionals. Rosa Garcia-Tizón joins Amrop from a career in the pharma and healthcare technology sectors, having held executive positions at multinational companies such as Abbott Laboratories and Hospira. Ms. Garcia-Tizón’s consulting practice is focused on the healthcare and professional services
Correlate Search U.K. Integrated Into Pure Search’s Financial Services Division
Global search firm Pure Search has integrated the Correlate Search U.K. business into its financial services division, which is now titled Pure Search Financial Services. The Correlate Search U.K. brand has been officially retired however its team and services will continue to serve clients. Pure Search Financial Services will be led by the managing directors
R&L Associates Places Principal at Third Street Partners
Rochelle Schumer, president and founder of R&L Associates, has recruited Cynthia Powers as a principal with Third Street Partners. Ms. Powers was previously a member of the asset management practice at Spencer Stuart. “We are thrilled to add another stellar person to the dynamic team of Third Street Partners,” said Ms. Schumer. “Cynthia is a
Sockwell Partners Leading Search for United Way
Executive search firm Sockwell Partners is currently leading the search for United Way of Central Carolinas to find a new executive director. Current executive director Jane McIntyre has announced she will be retiring. United Way Worldwide is the leadership and support organization for the network of nearly 1,800 community-based United Ways in 41 countries and
Futurestep Restructures Leadership Team in Asia Pacific
Futurestep, a Korn Ferry company that provides talent acquisition solutions, has restructured its leadership team in Asia Pacific. Chong Ng, Sue Campbell and Tim Powell will be transitioning into new positions, effective immediately. Chong Ng, who was appointed earlier this year as managing director for Asia, has now assumed the role of president of Futurestep
The Dedic Group Adds Partner In Energy Practice
Executive recruiting firm The Dedic Group has added Doris Galvin as a partner in its energy practice. Ms. Galvin was previously senior vice president with global engineering firm WorleyParsons where she held executive roles in the power sector including: strategy development; advisory; customer relationships; and managing director-infrastructure. Prior to that, she was employed by CMS
