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DRiWaterstone Assists MOST Policy Initiative with Executive Director Search
VA-based DRiWaterstone Human Capital has assisted in the recruitment of Allison R. Davis as the new executive director of MOST Policy Initiative. “We are excited to welcome Allison as our next executive director,” said board president Katie Steen-James on behalf of the MOST executive committee. “Her experience at the intersection of research and policy is uniquely suited
JDG Associates Seeking Chief Investment Officer for the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board
Rockville, MD-based executive search firm JDG Associates has been retained by the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board (FRTIB), which manages the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), to lead in its search for a chief investment officer. The CIO provides executive leadership in the development and implementation of investment policy for the TSP including reviewing investment performance and appropriateness of
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.
CIO Partners Leading Cybersecurity Search for Flexsteel Industries
CIO Partners was recently retained by Flexsteel Industries in Dubuque, IA, to lead in its search for director of cybersecurity. This role partners closely with IT, executive leadership, legal, compliance, operations, and external security partners to reduce cyber risk, strengthen business resilience, and ensure the organization is prepared to prevent, detect, respond to, and recover
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?
Pacific International Launches Leadership Coaching and Onboarding Service
London-headquartered executive search firm Pacific International Executive Search has launched its new leadership coaching & onboarding service. This will support senior leaders through the highest-stakes moments of their careers. “The first months in a new leadership role, a step-change in scope, the pressures of C-suite leadership – these are just a few examples where an experienced coach can turn potential into value faster
Leveraging AI to Drive Business Development in Executive Search
AI is beginning to reshape how executive search firms approach business development, moving the process beyond traditional account lists and periodic outreach toward more continuous market intelligence. By helping recruiters identify meaningful changes across companies, leadership teams, and professional networks, AI is creating new opportunities to engage clients with greater relevance and better timing. The
Korn Ferry Retained by Convergence for CEO Search
Korn Ferry has been retained by Convergence to lead in its search for a new CEO. Joan Larrea will retire as CEO in early 2027 after more than a decade of leadership. Since inception, Ms. Larrea has led the organization through a decade of significant growth, helping establish Convergence as the world’s leading authority on
St. Olaf College Taps Brettschneider Executive Search for Chief Information Officer Search
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been selected by St. Olaf College to lead in its search for chief information officer. St. Olaf seeks a values-forward, innovative CIO. The next CIO of St. Olaf College will serve as a trusted advisor to the provost, president, and president’s leadership team on the role of information and library resources
Boyden Seeking CEO for Creative BC
Boyden has been retained by Creative BC in Vancouver, British Columbia to lead in its search for a new CEO. Reporting to the board of directors, the CEO will provide strategic and operational leadership to an organization that sits at the center of British Columbia’s creative economy. The CEO will lead the execution of Creative BC’s mandate
Signium Expands in Belgium
Executive search consortium Signium has expanded with the addition of Valérie Schmitt to its Belgium team as leadership consulting partner. “She will support executive leaders and teams at pivotal moments, helping them navigate change and succeed in complex environments,” Signium said. “Drawing on more than 25 years in senior corporate roles, Valérie brings first-hand experience of the challenges
How AI Is Reshaping Executive Assessment and Leadership Development
As organizations look for better ways to evaluate leadership potential, attention is shifting beyond experience and credentials toward how executives actually think, communicate, make decisions, and respond under pressure. AI is creating new ways to analyze those behaviors at scale, giving executive search firms and their clients additional evidence when assessing qualities such as judgment,
Caldwell Assists the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority with the Recruitment of President for the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project
Toronto-based Caldwell has assisted the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority with the recruitment of Cheryl Nelms as president of the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project. Her appointment follows a competitive international executive recruitment process. The search was led by Drew Railton, Lucy Antrobus, and Vicky O’Connor. “With more than 25 years of experience delivering complex infrastructure projects across Canada, Cheryl brings
TOC Arts Partners Fills Key Position for Film at Lincoln Center
New York City-based TOC Arts Partners has helped to recruit Trent Anderson as vice president of development of Film at Lincoln Center (FLC). This follows an extensive national search led by senior strategist, Brenna Thomas. “Throughout the search process, Trent distinguished himself with his strategic vision, fundraising expertise, and thoughtful leadership,” said Daniel Battsek, president of Film
True Launches Forensic Referencing Offering
Global executive talent platform True has launched True Forensic Referencing, a new executive intelligence capability designed to help investors, boards, and executive teams make more informed leadership decisions before high-stakes investments, new business relationships, and governance milestones. The firm named Christopher Jaros as partner to build and lead the offering. This expands True’s executive intelligence platform, complementing the firm’s executive
Long Ridge Partners Appoints Director
New York City-based Long Ridge Partners has named Chrissie Shin as director. “Please join us in congratulating Chrissie Shin on her promotion to director,” Long Ridge Partners said in a LinkedIn post. “Chrissie’s expertise, dedication, and leadership have made her an invaluable member of the Long Ridge team. This well-earned promotion reflects the impact she’s made across
Navigating the Search for Tomorrow’s HBCU Leaders
Leadership searches at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) are becoming increasingly complex as boards weigh institutional legacy against rapidly changing demands on presidents. Executive search firms are being asked to identify candidates who can balance mission, financial stewardship, fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and long-term strategy while navigating a more uncertain higher education environment. For HBCUs,
Egon Zehnder Called in by CAAT Pension Plan for CEO Search
Leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder has been selected by the board of trustees of CAAT Pension Plan to lead in its search for its next chief executive officer. This follows the departure of longtime CEO and plan manager Derek Dobson, who recently resigned. The search will focus on leaders who can combine strategic vision with operational discipline,
The National Airlines Council of Canada Retains Odgers to Lead Search for CEO
Odgers was recently retained by the National Airlines Council of Canada (NACC) to lead in its search for a new president and CEO. Jeff Morrison has informed the board of his intention to retire. He will continue to lead the association until a successor is appointed to ensure a seamless transition of leadership. To support the
PierceGray Expands Staff with New Vice President
PierceGray has expanded with the addition of Kara Hennessey as vice president in the firm’s finance practice. She will be based in the New York office. “PierceGray is excited to welcome Kara Hennessey to the team as our newest vice president,” the firm said in a LinkedIn post. “Kara brings almost 10 years of executive search
The ExeQfind Group Forms Alliance with Aspire HR Consultants
The ExeQfind Group has formed a strategic partnership with Aspire HR Consultants – Middle East, an executive search and leadership advisory firm covering the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) from offices across Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar. “Partnering with Aspire HR Consultants represents a significant step in strengthening our international capabilities,” said Warren
Private Equity Faces Growing Leadership Succession Risks
Private equity firms are placing greater emphasis on leadership planning as talent availability becomes an increasingly important factor in value creation. For executive search firms, that shift is expanding the mandate beyond filling immediate vacancies to helping sponsors identify succession risks, build deeper leadership pipelines, and prepare portfolio companies for transition well before a critical
Cook Silverman Search Tapped by EPACANDO to Help Find New Executive Director
Greenbrae, CA-based Cook Silverman Search was recently retained by East Palo Alto Community Alliance and Neighborhood Development Organization (EPACANDO) to lead in its search for a new executive director. Current executive director Duane Bay is planning to retire. The non-profit seeks an experienced, community-centered executive director to lead the organization into its next chapter: Building the capacity
RH Perry & Associates Retained by Skagit Valley College for President Search
RH Perry & Associates has been selected by Skagit Valley College (SVC) to lead in its search for a new president. The assignment is being led by senior consultant Sue DeWine and and Paul G. Doeg, president and chief operating officer. The president will strengthen the College’s ‘One College’ approach by enhancing coordination across the Mount Vernon and Whidbey
Modern Executive Solutions Names Managing Director
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Matheus Furlan as managing director. “Matheus brings a global perspective to leadership development, with experience helping executives and teams navigate change, build self-awareness, and lead more effectively across cultures and business contexts,” Modern said in a LinkedIn post. “His background as a master coach, facilitator,
HiBob Secures Funding to Drive AI-powered Enterprise
Tel Aviv-based HR tech platform HiBob has announced an investment led by Salesforce with additional participation from Farallon. This marks a key milestone in HiBob’s evolution from a modern HR platform into an organizational intelligence layer for modern businesses. The investment reflects a shared belief that trusted workforce data and organizational context will become critical infrastructure for the AI-powered enterprise.
The M&A Predictions That Shaped 2026
Ansarada’s 2026 Global M&A Predictions Report brought together 26 dealmakers from the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Australia, and New Zealand around four central expectations: M&A would remain resilient despite uncertainty, interest-rate relief could unlock activity, energy and technology would attract capital while consumer sectors lagged, and AI would become increasingly important to both asset
Korn Ferry Posts Q1 Fiscal-Year 2027 Revenues of $756.5 Million
Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) has posted Q1 fiscal-year 2027 revenues of $756.5 million, an increase of seven percent year-over-year with growth in all regions. This marks the firm’s sixth consecutive quarter of top line growth. The growth was led by double digit growth in search and workforce solutions of 10 percent and 11 percent, respectively.In addition, first
AGB Search Seeking University of Illinois System President
The University of Illinois Board of Trustees has tapped Washington, D.C.-based recruitment firm AGB Search to lead in its search for the University of Illinois System president. Roderick McDavis, Sally Mason and Garry W. Owens are leading the assignment. The president will lead the system into the next era of higher education with strategic vision, effective and authentic communication, and a
CarterBaldwin Assists AdelFi With Chief Innovation and Technology Officer Search
CarterBaldwin Executive Search has assisted in the recruitment of Cameron Forbes as chief innovation and technology officer of AdelFi, a division of Christian Community Credit Union. His appointment is a key piece of AdelFi’s strategy investing in enhanced cybersecurity and regulatory readiness, scaled digital channels for engagement and accessibility, and improved personalized, digitally enabled member experiences. Associate partner
Heidrick & Struggles Records 5.9 Percent Q3 Revenue Increase
Executive search, leadership consulting, and culture shaping services provider Heidrick & Struggles / (NASDAQ:HSII) has posted third quarter revenues of $278.6 million, a 5.9 percent increase compared to revenues of $263.2 million a year ago. The firm experienced revenue growth in On-Demand Talent, Heidrick Consulting, and Executive Search in the Americas and Asia Pacific, partially offset by a decrease in
Witt/Kieffer Handling President Search For Lindenwood University
Executive recruiter Witt/Kieffer has been selected by Lindenwood University to lead in its search for a new president. Lindenwood board chairman Jim J. Shoemake made the announcement, and said Witt/Kieffer has sought input from the board search committee, the board of directors, representatives of the faculty, staff, administration, students and alumni as the firm prepares
Korn Ferry Enters Partnership with PT. Combiphar in Indonesia
Korn Ferry has entered into a new partnership with PT. Combiphar to manage the company’s recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) solutions. Korn Ferry will help provide a solution for finding the talent to support Combiphar’s long-term strategies. Combiphar is an Indonesian healthcare company focusing on marketing, manufacturing and distribution of more than 150 products nationwide. “Korn
Egon Zehnder Adds Consumer Specialist To Chile Office
Egon Zehnder has added Cristina Manterola to its Santiago, Chile office. Ms. Manterola will focus on the consumer and services sectors and provides a range of services from executive search to leadership and corporate governance consulting. She will be active in the firm’s diversity and inclusion team. Prior to joining Egon Zehnder, Ms. Manterola was
Robert Half Posts 14 Percent Q3 Revenue Increase
Robert Half International Inc./(NYSE:RHI) posted third quarter 2014 revenues of $1.22 billion, a 14 percent increase from revenues of $1.08 billion during the same period a year ago. All lines of business were seen to be growing in double-digits on a year-over-year basis. During the quarter, the company recorded earnings of $85.2 million, or $.63
Boyden Recruits CFO for Dyadic International
Boyden has placed Thomas Dubinski as vice president and chief financial officer of Dyadic International, Inc. Gary Kastenbaum, a partner with Boyden’s Summit, New Jersey office, led the search. From 2012 to 2014, Mr. Dubinski served as a management consultant at CFO Solutions. He previously served as finance officer for Walgreens Infusion Services. Dyadic International
GRMSearch Expands in Asia
Executive search firm GRMSearch has expanded across the Asia Pacific region. The company’s Australian office has been re-launched under the leadership of legal recruiter Paul Garth. Based in Melbourne, Mr. Garth has over 13 years of experience working with international companies. GRMSearch has also partnered with a number of business representatives in Myanmar, Thailand, Singapore
Options Group Adds Partner
Global recruiting firm Options Group has named Richard Stein as partner in its New York and London offices. His expertise lies in the financial services industry, with a particular emphasis on wealth management, risk, capital markets, consumer banking, technology and operations. Mr. Stein joins from Caldwell Partners, where he was a partner based in New
ManpowerGroup Records Four Percent Revenue Gain
ManpowerGroup/(NYSE:MAN) has posted revenues of $5.4 billion for the third quarter ended September 30, 2014, an increase of four percent from the year earlier period. Net income rose to $130.5 million, or $1.61 per share, compared to $94.7 million, or $1.18 per share, in the 2013 third quarter. Jonas Prising, ManpowerGroup CEO, said, “Our third
Russell Reynolds Associates Selected by West Pharmaceutical to Lead CEO Search
Russell Reynolds Associates has been retained by West Pharmaceutical Services to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. Donald E. Morel Jr., Ph.D., chairman of the board and current CEO, has announced his intention to retire. West Pharmaceutical Services works side-by-side with its healthcare partners from concept to the patient, designing and
Spencer Stuart Leading Athletic Director Search for U-Cal, Berkeley
Spencer Stuart has been selected by the University of California, Berkeley to lead in its search for a new athletic director. Mike Williams is currently serving as its interim athletic director. Berkeley is the flagship institution of the 10 campus University of California system and one of only two UC campuses operating on a semester
Antal International and WorldBridge Partners Create Joint Company
Search firms Antal International and WorldBridge Partners have joined forces. The joint group will encompass more than 137 offices and over 800 consultants, giving access to clients and candidates in 35 countries including the U.S., Costa Rica, Dominican Republic and Panama. “We’re already well-established in Europe, the Middle East, India, Asia and Africa and recently
RSR adds Partner in Chicago
RSR Partners, a corporate governance and executive search firm, has added Jim Whittle as principal in the firm's Chicago office within its consumer goods and services and healthcare practices. Mr. Whittle brings a career in senior leadership positions at global Fortune 500 and start-up companies such as JDSU Flex Products, NanoInk, Meiji Seika, United Biscuits,
Executives Online Opens in Toronto
International interim management and executive recruitment company Executives Online has opened a new office in Toronto to further strengthen its international presence to 30 offices in Europe, Africa and North America. Jonathan Katz will head up the new Canadian office, the first North American base for Executives Online, and will be responsible for enhancing, structuring
Curzon Partnership Retained by Oil & Gas UK for CEO Search
London-headquartered search firm The Curzon Partnership has been selected by Oil & Gas UK to head its search for a new chief executive officer. Current CEO Malcolm Webb intends to retire next year. Established in April 2007, Oil & Gas UK is the leading representative body for the UK offshore oil and gas industry. The
Gans, Gans & Associates Heading CEO Search for Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority
Executive search firm Gans, Gans & Associates has been selected by the Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. Current CEO Shurl R. Montgomery is retiring on Dec. 31 after 10 years of service. The Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority (NRHA) is a national leader in
Diversified Search Appoints Head of Global Life Sciences Practice
Diversified Search has appointed Henry Miller as practice leader for the firm's global life science search practice. Mr. Miller previously served as senior vice president and global life sciences practice leader with Solomon Page Group. He began his search career at Heidrick & Struggles where he spent six years within the firm's healthcare & life
Allen Austin Adds Senior Partner in Seattle
Global leadership advisory firm Allen Austin has added Matt Brynildson as a senior partner in its Seattle office. Mr. Brynildson has over 20 years of global human resources experience in both corporate roles and with leading HR consulting firms. He has particular expertise in leadership coaching, change management, mergers and acquisitions, organizational design, and executive
Accelent Recruits CFO for Visible World
Accelent, Inc. has placed Justine Gaeta as chief financial officer of Visible World. Most recently, Ms. Gaeta served as vice president of finance for Mojiva. Formerly she was as VP of corporate finance at Phorm, Inc. Visible World is a provider of targeted television advertising solutions in America. Accelent is an executive talent acquisition and
Baker and Associates Heading President Search for UNLV
Baker and Associates, LLC, is currently leading the president search for the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Former UNLV president Neal Smatresk left the school in 2013 to head the University of North Texas. University of Nevada-Las Vegas is a public research university located in the Las Vegas suburb of Paradise, Nevada. Baker and Associates
K. Russo Consulting Launches HR Advisory Practice
Greenwich, CT-based boutique executive search firm K. Russo Consulting, Inc. has launched a human resources advisory practice; Tom Osgood will expand the firm’s reach and capabilities in the new area to provide end-to-end solutions from executive search to other strategic human resources functions like talent management, organizational development and employee engagement. After more than 25
Whitman Partners Expands its Director of Perioperative Practice
Executive search firm Whitman Partners, Inc. has hired Colin Mahoney to increase the firm’s services within the healthcare community. “The continued growth of our director of perioperative services team shows the strength of that market segment and the need our clients feel for good talent to run their operating room,” said Josiah Whitman, founder and
Spencer Ogden Opens in Denver
London-headquartered recruiting firm Spencer Ogden has continued its expansion in the U.S. with the opening of a new office in Denver. David Dolman heads the new office. The opening in Denver is part of the company’s expansion throughout North America, with offices also being opened in San Diego, Orlando and Calgary. “Houston is the hub
Pace Group Recruits Executive Director for Kentucky Horse Park
Executive recruiters The Pace Group has placed Jamie Link as the next executive director of the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington. Mr. Link is currently Beshear’s deputy chief of staff. Kentucky Horse Park is a working horse farm and an educational theme park opened in 1978. Founded in 1993 by John Lovorn, The PACE Group
PFM Executive Search to Lead CFO Search for BC Ferries
PFM Executive Search has been chosen by BC Ferries to lead its search for a new vice president of finance and chief financial officer. With 47 ports of call, 35 vessels, more than 500 sailings every day and up to 4,500 employees, BC Ferries is one of the largest ferry companies in the world. Founded
Right Executive Search Grows Candidate Sourcing Team
Right Executive Search LLC (RES) has expanded its candidate sourcing team with the addition of Danielle Potschantek and Jane Randazzo to its staff as vice presidents of talent acquisition. Ms. Potschantek comes to RES from MomCorps, a recruiting firm specializing in placing senior-level professionals seeking greater work-life satisfaction. Earlier in her career, she served as
Phaidon International Opens Second Office in Hong Kong
Recruiting firm Phaidon International has opened its second Asia-based office in Hong Kong. The initial focus in its new location will be mid-senior level placements within investment banking, wealth management, and human resources. Duncan Kennedy will serve as regional director of the new office. “We are incredibly excited for the company to expand into Hong
ChampionScott Partners Fills Position for Viewpoint Construction Software
ChampionScott Partners has placed Erich Litch as general manager, North America at Viewpoint Construction Software. Most recently, Mr. Litch was president of the digital channels division at Fiserv Inc. Viewpoint Construction Software is a provider of innovative software solutions and services to the global construction industry. ChampionScott Partners is an executive search firm focused on
EFL Associates Handling Executive Director Search for MOSERS
Executive search firm EFL Associates has been selected by Missouri State Employees’ Retirement System (MOSERS) to lead in its search for a new executive director. Current executive director Gary Findlay has said he plans to retire on December 31, 2015. MOSERS administers retirement, life insurance, and long-term disability benefits to most state employees, including members
Executive Search Information Services Expands Capability
Executive Search Information Services has expanded its capability to serve hiring organizations with independent information on senior-level executive recruiting. Simon Mullins, former head of executive search at Microsoft, has joined founder David Lord in advising companies on leadership recruiting issues. Together, they will increase services to companies that participate in the Executive Search Information Exchange
Grace Blue Opens in Singapore
Global executive search firm Grace Blue has opened in Singapore joining locations in London and New York. Grace Blue Asia will work with media, creative and advertising agencies and major networks across the Asia-Pacific region to fill key leadership positions. Michael Maedel, former president of JWT Asia Pacific, will spearhead the new Asia office as
Euromedica Executive Search Names Partner
Euromedica Executive Search has named Lukas Rieder as a client partner. Mr. Rieder brings broad experience in global search and the placement of international executives and professionals across R&D, regulatory affairs, marketing, finance, engineering and operations functions in the life sciences and manufacturing industries. At Euromedica he will provide executive search services across the whole
