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The CHRO’s Role in Private Equity: Driving Value at Speed and Scale
In every industry, the CHRO serves as the guardian of culture, the designer of talent strategy, and a key advisor to the CEO. It is demanding work—transformational, complex, and deeply human. In a private equity-backed portfolio company, those responsibilities remain, but the tempo shifts dramatically: there is no long runway. With a defined investment plan
AI Meets Executive Search: The New Algorithmic Era
Artificial intelligence is transforming how executive search is conducted, from sourcing and shortlisting to delivery and client engagement. In today’s competitive landscape, AI isn’t just a tool to speed up the process, it’s fast becoming a critical edge for winning mandates and enhancing outcomes. “The hype is over,” said Andrew Quinn, CTO of Ezekia and
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.
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
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?
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
The CHRO’s Leadership Imperative in the AI Era
As organizations accelerate their adoption of artificial intelligence, business leaders are increasingly recognizing that successful transformation depends as much on people and leadership as it does on technology itself. HR executives, in particular, are finding themselves at the center of conversations around workforce readiness, employee trust, skills development, and organizational change management. Industry observers note
Cluen Invites Executive Search Firms to Participate in Upcoming 2026 Technology Trends Survey
For more than three decades, Cluen has partnered with leading executive search firms around the world to understand how top-performing recruiters use technology to gain a competitive advantage. Each year, the company’s Top Trends in Executive Search Technology survey uncovers the strategies, priorities, and innovations shaping the future of the profession. How are executive search firms balancing the rapid adoption of AI
Lindauer Retained by C-SPAN for Chief Development Officer Search
Virtually every industry needs top-drawer chief development officers. CDOs play a key role in planning, coordinating, and administering capital campaigns, corporate giving, and galvanizing new donors while keeping previous funders content. Implementing funding strategies that “keep the lights on,” according to recruiters specializing in the function, is job No. 1. Lindauer has been retained by C-SPAN to
NPAG Seeking Executive Director for the California Youth Defender Center
Executive search firm NPAG has been selected by the California Youth Defender Center (CYDC) to lead in its search for a new executive director. This search is being led by Ellen LaPointe and Phuong Quach. This is a unique opportunity to lead a respected and influential organization at a pivotal moment, shaping the future of youth justice
Lochlin Partners Helps Fill Senior Position for Business Roundtable
Lochlin Partners has assisted in the recruitment of Stefani Jones as senior director of policy at Business Roundtable (BRT). Ms. Jones is an accomplished technology policy leader with deep expertise at the intersection of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and national security. Her experience spans the White House, the private sector, and senior federal policy roles. She
Why Executives Should Think Carefully Before Accepting Counteroffers
Few moments in an executive’s career carry as much complexity as the decision to resign from a leadership role and pursue a new opportunity. What often begins as a strategic career move can quickly become emotionally charged once a current employer responds with incentives aimed at reversing that decision. Recruiters and leadership advisors note that
Funk Associates Tapped by the University of North Florida to Lead Search for Eighth President
Funk Associates was recently retained by the University of North Florida (UNF) to lead a national search for its eighth president. Past president Moez Limayem stepped down from his position in early 2026. The presidential search committee, chaired by UNF board of trustees member Jack Boyle, plays a critical role in this process, focusing on
Acertitude Recruits CEO for PE-Backed Zep Inc.
Acertitude has placed Tim Feast as the new CEO of Zep Inc., a Truelink Capital portfolio company. The search was led by partner, Geoff Votta and principal, Rod Vaughan with support from Matthew Marasco and Maryanne Santospirito. Mr. Feast steps into the role with a mandate to accelerate growth, sharpen execution, and lead Zep into its
SearchWide Global Seeking CEO for Visit California
SearchWide Global is currently seeking a new CEO for Visit California. The assignment is being led by Mike Gamble, chairman, CEO, and co-founder of SearchWide. Visit California is seeking a collaborative, visionary, and politically astute leader to serve as the next CEO. As the organization’s chief strategist, brand steward, and operational head, the CEO works
Intersearch Worldwide Elects Chairwoman and New Board Members
InterSearch Worldwide, a global alliance of executive search companies, has announce the newly elected board following and the appointment of Vanessa Delacourt as chairwoman, marking an exciting new chapter and reinforcing the organization’s commitment to innovation and sustainable growth. The board has welcomed: Leslie Cooper A. (Chile); Vanessa Delacourt (Benelux); Frank Schelstraete (Belgium); Henri Vidalinc
The Platform Shift Reshaping Human Capital M&A
Hunt Scanlon Ventures’ 2026 Human Capital Markets Update: Q1 M&A Report points to a market undergoing rapid institutionalization. Human capital M&A is no longer centered around standalone recruiting firms or opportunistic acquisitions. Instead, buyers are consolidating around integrated platforms that combine executive search, leadership advisory, workforce analytics, succession planning, and AI-enabled infrastructure. The shift reflects a broader
WittKieffer Recruits 22nd President for the University of Tulsa
Oak Brook, IL-based WittKieffer has placed Stacy Leeds as the 22nd president of the University of Tulsa (UTulsa). Zachary Smith, Robin Mamlet, and Julia Bradley led the assignment. Ms. Leeds was selected following a competitive and comprehensive national search. Members of the search committee and full board were drawn to her unique portfolio of executive management, philanthropic success and unimpeachable academic credibility. “Stacy
SPMB Recruits CFO for AbsenceSoft
SPMB Executive Search has recruited Megan Wood as CFO of AbsenceSoft, a Denver, CO-based employee leave management and accommodations platform. Jon Landau and Laura Ayre led the assignment. “The market opportunity in front of AbsenceSoft is significant, and Megan brings the right financial and operational depth to meet it,” said Chris Murphy, CEO of AbsenceSoft. “Her proven track record at fast-growth, innovative companies on
AGB Search Helps Recruit 20th President for the University of Montana
Washington, D.C.-based recruitment firm AGB Search, which specializes in higher education leadership assignments, has assisted in the recruitment of Jeremiah Shinn as the 20th president of the University of Montana. His selection follows a national search that drew more than 70 accomplished applicants from across the country. Roderick McDavis, James H. McCormick and Janice S. Fitzgerald led the assignment. “Dr. Shinn’s on-campus visit
TurnkeyZRG Appoints Vice President
TurnkeyZRG has expanded with the addition of Sean Magee as vice president. “College and professional football are being reshaped in real time — by revenue sharing, NIL, the transfer portal, and unprecedented financial and operational complexity,” said Chad Chatlos, managing partner, ZRG Turnkey. “Sean lived inside that disruption as a senior operator. He understands what it
Rethinking the Factors Behind Employee Loyalty and Retention
Two widely repeated assumptions continue to shape discussions around today’s workforce, despite oversimplifying a far more nuanced reality. Claims that employee loyalty has disappeared, or that departures are driven almost entirely by poor management, often overlook the broader mix of organizational, economic, leadership, and career factors influencing retention. While such narratives persist because they are
Anthem Executive Assists the University of West Alabama with Provost Search
Anthem Executive has assisted in the recruitment of Amy H. Jones as provost of the University of West Alabama, the role that oversees all aspects of academics at the institution. “Dr. Jones has demonstrated exceptional leadership and a deep commitment to the mission of UWA,” said Todd G. Fritch, president of the University of West Alabama.
ON Partners Recruits Chief Supply Chain Officer for Atmus Filtration Technologies
ON Partners has helped to recruited Kevin Carpenter as senior vice president and chief supply chain officer of NYSE-traded Atmus Filtration Technologies Inc. in Nashville, TN. Partner Heidi Hoffman led the assignment. “Kevin is a proven operations leader with a strong track record of building resilient, customer focused supply chains at scale,” said Steph Disher, president and
ZRG Partners Acquires Sterling Martin Associates
ZRG Partners has acquired Sterling Martin Associates, a Washington, D.C.–based executive search firm specializing in professional associations, trade organizations, and mission‑driven non-profit organizations. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Larry Hartmann, CEO of ZRG, said the acquisition reflects ZRG’s disciplined approach to growth. “This is not about scale for scale’s sake,” he explained.
Key Traits for Navigating a Crisis
The concept of leadership is going through a profound transformation. Traditional leadership paradigms, which tend to emphasize stability and incremental progress, aren’t adaptable enough to address the complexities of a more volatile work-life-community dynamic and global marketplace, according to a recent report from Signium. The study says that organizations are now confronted with much bigger challenges:
Cielo Enters Singapore Market
Cielo (formerly Pinstripe & Ochre House), a provider of global talent acquisition and management solutions, has entered the Singapore market. Taimur Shah has been assigned as regional account director for Asia Pacific. In this new role for the organization, Mr. Shah joins Paul Daley, Cielo’s director of Asia Pacific and Chris Herrmannsen to form the
Kaye/Bassman Completes Search for Cohnreznick Advisory Group
Kaye/Bassman International Corp. has placed Keith Denham as managing principal and national director of CohnReznick Advisory Group. John McSpadden, managing partner and practice leader for both professional services and private equity practices at Kaye/Bassman International, led the search. Mr. Denham brings a 21-year career from Deloitte, where he was national advisory leader for Deloitte’s consumer
Parker Executive Search Leading President Search For University of Illinois
Atlanta-based Parker Executive Search is currently leading the search for a president for the University of Illinois. University trustees hope to have a new president hired by November. Current president Bob Easter plans to retire in June. Parker Executive Search conducts executive searches globally for corporations, colleges and universities, and collegiate athletics.
Waldron Names VP of Organization and Leadership Development
Social sector focused executive search firm Waldron has added Nancy Winship as vice president of organization and leadership development. She brings over 30 years of experience designing and implementing leadership and organization development systems, with an emphasis on aligning programs with strategic change initiatives. Prior to establishing an independent practice, Ms. Winship worked for Microsoft
PEHHS Inks Deal to Provide Executive Recruiting Services to Tuputele Ventures
Tuputele Ventures, a firm that specializes in investing in early-stage companies in the technology and financial industries, has retained PEHHS.com for the executive recruiting needs of new portfolio companies. “As a leader in the venture capital industry, we are confident we’ll be able to meet the demands of Tuputele Ventures before year’s end,” said Wesley
Wurster Partners Recruits Chief Experience Officer For MGM Resorts
Executive search firm Wurster Partners has placed Lilian Tomovich as the chief experience officer of MGM Resorts International. With more than 20 years of marketing communications experience in the financial services, telecom and retail industries, Ms. Tomovich joins MGM Resorts from MasterCard International where she held a variety of marketing roles both in Canada and
B.E. Smith Leading COO Search For Good Shepherd Health Care
Executive recruiting firm B.E. Smith has been retained by Good Shepherd Health Care System to lead in its search for a new chief operating officer. Good Shepherd Health Care System is a progressive, not-for-profit healthcare organization serving a population of more than 35,000 in Umatilla and Morrow counties. Founded in 1978, B. E. Smith is
Leadership Capital Group Expands Advisory Board
Leadership Capital Group has expanded its advisory board with the appointment of Alexandra Aleskovsky, a veteran senior executive with experience across consumer facing industries in traditional and digital companies ranging from start-ups to the Fortune 500. Ms. Aleskovsky has been a leader and pioneer in the digital space since the late 1990s and has led
PageGroup Makes Promotions
Recruitment consultancy PageGroup has promoted Marcus Johnson to operating director for Michael Page Finance and Peter Simmonds to operating director of Michael Page & Page Personnel Logistics. Mr. Johnsons joined the company in 2007 as a consultant in Michael Page Finance and was promoted to manager in 2009 for East Reading. In 2011, he took
BNG|TRANSEARCH Completes Search For Catalent Pharma Solutions
BNG|TRANSEARCH has recruited Joseph Beninati as vice president of total rewards and HR technology at Catalent Pharma Solutions. Mr. Beninati’s previous experience includes global compensation and benefits leadership roles within top global corporations. Catalent Pharma Solutions is a portfolio company of The Blackstone Group and has just successfully completed an IPO. BNG|TRANSEARCH is a retained
The Pace Group Leading Search For Kentucky Horse Park
Executive recruiters The Pace Group has been selected to conduct a national search for the next executive director of the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington. Last month, the Kentucky Horse Park Commission appointed Ted Nicholson as interim executive director, replacing the retiring John Nicholson. Kentucky Horse Park is a working horse farm and an educational
GPFX Consultants Opens Doors
GPFX Consultants, an international executive recruitment firm specializing in multiple foreign exchange industry sectors and applications, has opened for business in San Francisco. The firm was founded by president and CEO Oscar De La Rosa, chief strategy officer Karl Montevirgen and VP of global operations Thomas Capalbo. All three founders have worked in multiple segments
TNS Partners Launches Intellectual Property Practice
Dallas-based executive search firm TNS Partners has launched a new specialty practice focused on senior intellectual property executives. Managing partner John K. Semyan will lead the practice. “The role of Chief Intellectual Property Officer (CIPO) has evolved well beyond just a focus on the legal and licensing aspects of patents. As a result, today’s CIPO
CTPartners Grows Global Consumer And Retail Practice
CTPartners Executive Search Inc. has added Leslie Cook to its global consumer and retail practice as a principal in New York. With over 20 years' experience in executive search, Ms. Cook has focused exclusively on the consumer, retail and wholesale sectors. She has spearheaded executive searches spanning all aspects of management including merchandising, design, marketing,
ESGI Recruits CEO For Capgemini
ESGI Executive Recruitment Washington DC has placed Doug Lane as chief executive officer of Capgemini. Mr. Lane brings 30 years of IT and consulting experience, which includes senior executive roles with A.T. Kearney, Booz Allen Hamilton, and PwC. Most recently, he was a lead partner at A.T. Kearney, responsible for business development and service delivery.
Spencer Stuart Leading Ceo Search For Aaron’s
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been selected by Aaron’s, Inc. to lead its search for a new chief executive officer. Ronald W. Allen, the company’s current CEO, is retiring at the end of the month. The search process will include a full review of both internal and external candidates. Aaron's, Inc. is a lease-to-own
PrincetonOne Adds to Minneapolis Office
PrincetonOne, a recruitment services provider based in Skillman, NJ, has named Kim Klein as general manager of its Minneapolis office. Ms. Klein brings with her over a decade of experience within the accounting and finance recruiting industry. Her responsibilities will include hiring, managing and training personnel; developing and delivering client solutions; and overseeing the day-to-day
SUPERIORHIRE Creates Executive Recruiting Division
SUPERIORHIRE, a recruiting firm serving Dallas-Fort Worth, has launched an accounting and finance executive recruiting division and added Nick Mathews and Amy Glassanos as recruiters in the new office. The recruiting division will focus on finding candidates and work to recruit and place positions up to the CFO of an organization and the managers that
Hays Plc Inks Deal With New York City FC
According the New York Post, The Big Apple’s professional soccer team, New York City FC, has signed a three-year partnership with Hays Plc, a U.K.-based executive recruiting firm; Hays will become the team’s official recruitment partner. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Hays said it plans to help NYCFC, which is owned by the
Lonergan Partners Fills Engineering Position For Energous
Executive search firm Lonergan Partners has placed Cesar Johnston as senior vice president of engineering at Energous. The search was led by Mark Lonergan. Mr. Johnston most recently served as vice president of engineering for wireless connectivity at Marvell Semiconductor. “Energous promises to reinvent the way consumer electronics work. Cesar Johnston will have enormous impact
Russell Reynolds Associates Leading CEO Search for Darden Restaurants
Global executive search firm Russell Reynolds Associates has been selected by Darden Restaurants to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. Clarence Otis Jr. announced last month that he would step down as Darden’s chairman and CEO. Darden Restaurants is a full-service restaurant company, owns and operates 1,800 restaurants that generate more
Hardesty Adds Two to Professional Team
Hardesty, LLC has added Ken Anthony to lead a new practice in Atlanta. Mr. Anthony previously was CFO of Sparus Holdings Inc., which provides professional services to the natural gas industry. The executive services firm also hired Louise King as a partner and national director of recruiting, based in the firm’s Dallas/Ft. Worth office. Ms.
Oxford Global Resources Opens in Irvine
Technology recruiting firm Oxford Global Resources has opened a new office serving the Orange County area in Irvine, CA. The new office will be run under the leadership of branch manager Jill Frakes, who brings 25 years of experience serving clients’ needs at Oxford. The company now has over 20 local offices serving major metropolitan
Brakston Grey to Acquire Mexico City-Based Top Hire
Recruiting firm Brakston Grey, a division of Alder Koten, has signed a letter of intent to acquire Top Hire in Mexico City. Top Hire will operate under the Brakston Grey brand. Jacqueline Jardel, founder of Top Hire, will join Brakston Grey as managing partner in Mexico City. Top Hire has annual revenues in the $500,000
McCormick Group Completes Search For Garvey Schubert Barer
The McCormick Group has placed Brad Deutsch as a partner in the Washington officer of Garvey Schubert Barer. Mr. Deutsch most recently served as chief of staff and senior legal advisor to commissioner Steven T. Walther at the Federal Election Commission. Handling the search for The McCormick Group were managing principal Stephen Nelson, who manages
Egon Zehnder Conducting CFO Search For University Of Michigan
Executive search firm Egon Zehnder has been selected by the University of Michigan to lead in its search for a new executive president and chief financial officer. School president Mark S. Schlissel has put together an 11-member search advisory committee. Lisa Connolly, the senior manager for executive searches in the Office of the President, will
Executive Search Activity Continues Positive Trend
The Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) second quarter report on the worldwide executive search industry indicates quarter on quarter revenue growth of almost 10 percent and a year on year growth of 11 percent, keeping steady with HSZ Media’s recent three-year industry trend line. The number of search assignments conducted by member firms increased
Alexander Mann Opens Office in Belfast
London-based Alexander Mann Solutions has opened a new office in Belfast, Northern Ireland. The Belfast Global Client Services center will be Alexander Mann Solutions’ fifth and the first to be opened since the company was sold by Graphite Capital to U.S. private equity fund New Mountain Capital in October 2013. Rosaleen Blair, founding CEO of
51job Posts13 Percent Revenue Gain
51job, Inc./(NASDAQ:JOBS), a provider of integrated human resource services in China, reported second quarter revenues were $73.8 million, an increase of 13.1 percent for the same quarter in 2013. Online recruitment services revenues for the second quarter were $50.3 million, a 15.8 percent increase. Rick Yan, president and chief executive officer of 51job, said: “In
Diversified Search Finds CEO for M&F Bank
Diversified Search has placed James H. Sills as president and chief executive officer of Mechanics and Farmers Bank (M&F Bank), the wholly owned subsidiary of M&F Bancorp, Inc., a one-bank holding company headquartered in Durham, North Carolina. The search was led by Diversified Search president Dale E. Jones and Euris Belle, managing director in the
Wheless Partners Leading President Search for U. of West Alabama
Executive search firm Wheless Partners has been selected by the University of West Alabama to lead in its search for a new president. Currently, the university is being led by John Blackwell, who was appointed interim president in May. Founded in 1835, The University of West Alabama is a public university located in Livingston, Alabama.
