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ExactSearch.AI Adds Tech Veteran to Board of Advisors
AI-enhanced executive search firm ExactSearch.AI has appointed Breck Armstrong to its board of advisors. “Breck is one of the most trusted voices in applying technology to executive search, and we’re fortunate to have him at the table,” said Mike Caggiano, co-founder and CEO of ExactSearch.AI. “He knows that AI can accelerate results—but also that search is
Building a Safer AI Future Through Guardrails and Human Oversight
The swift advancement of AI is opening doors to fresh opportunities for innovation and growth. At the same time, these breakthroughs are giving rise to serious digital safety challenges. From AI-powered scams and realistic deepfakes to generative AI (GenAI) hallucinations, new risks are emerging that traditional quality assurance approaches can no longer effectively address. For
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
Selecting Between An Executive Search Firm or Recruiter
In today’s competitive business landscape, making the right executive hire can be crucial to the success and growth of your organization. Often, businesses struggle to find the perfect candidate who possesses the required expertise, cultural fit, and leadership abilities, according to a recent report from SGA Talent. The firms says that is where the expertise
Michael Page Promotes Managing Director
Recruitment consultancy Michael Page International has promoted Graham Lucas to managing director. Mr. Lucas started his career at the firm in 2004 as a consultant in Michael Page Retail Operations. In 2005, he transferred to Michael Page Buying & Merchandising and was instrumental in building the brand to become a leading player in the industry.
Spano Pratt Leading CFO Search for AIDS Resource Center of Wisconsin
Spano Pratt Executive Search has been selected to help the Aids Resource Center of Wisconsin identify its next chief financial officer. According to a statement, ARCW’s current CFO is retiring. As a statewide organization, ARCW has headquarters in Milwaukee with nine statewide offices and clinics, and is Wisconsin’s largest provider of HIV prevention, care and
Martin Partners Finds CFO For New York Wire Company
Executive search firm Martin Partners has tapped Roger Sim as the chief financial officer of New York Wire Company. Mr. Sim was previously finance director, Americas at Global Closure Systems. New York Wire is a manufacturer of wire mesh and wire products servicing a broad range of industries and applications. New York Wire is backed
Bench International Names VP, Executive Recruitment
Global executive search firm Bench International has appointed Dr. Sally Barennes vice president, executive recruitment. Dr. Barennes will be responsible for business development, client relationships and search execution in Europe, and work as an active member of the firm’s executive team and in close collaboration with Janet Foulkes in the firm’s London office. She joins
Dasein Executive Search Adds Corporate Manager
Dasein Executive Search has added Cecília Meirelles as its new corporate manager. Ms. Meirelles has 20 years of professional experience with recognized performance in national and multinational companies including Mercedes-Benz do Brazil, Robert Bosch Ltda, Kahn do Brasil (FORD Camaçari- Plant), Tracbel S/A and Chamber of Commerce & Industry Brazil- Germany – AHK Minas Gerais.
CDI Corp. Posts 7.9 Percent Revenue Increase; MRI Up 4.2 Percent
CDI Corp./(NYSE:CDI), a provider of IT-focused recruitment solutions, posted second quarter revenues of $284.3 million, an increase of 7.9 percent from revenues of $263.4 million in the prior year quarter. Management Recruiters International, Inc. (MRI) second quarter revenues climbed 4.2 percent to $15.3 million compared to last year. The company reported net income of $4.4
Phillips Oppenheim Leading CEO Search For Community Healthcare Network
New York City-headquartered Phillips Oppenheim has been retained by the Community Healthcare Network to lead in its search for a new president and chief executive officer. Susan Meade and Paul Spivey are handling the assignment. Community Healthcare Network (CHN) is a not-for-profit agency that provides access to quality, culturally competent and comprehensive community-based primary care,
Boyden Adds Partner in Technology Practice
Boyden has added John Budriss to its New York office as a partner in the firm’s technology practice. Mr. Budriss formerly served as head of talent acquisition at Bloomberg LP and as chief human resources officer at Bloomberg’s enterprise division. He has placed C-level executives and domain subject matter experts in roles such as CEO,
Cast UK Appoints Non-Executive Director
Specialist recruitment company, Cast UK, has appointed Alison Humphries as a non-executive director. A leader in her sector, Ms. Humphries’ career history includes director roles at Hays Plc, Robert Half International, Barkers Norman Broadbent Plc and Penna Plc. She currently holds director roles at Recruitment Leadership Ltd and Elite Recruitment Network Ltd and is the
Monster Posts Revenue Decline
Monster Worldwide, Inc./(NYSE:MWW) has posted revenues of $194.4 million for the second quarter ended June 30, 2014, a decline of three percent from revenues of $200.1 million in the comparable quarter of 2013. Non-GAAP net income was $7 million, or $0.08 per share, compared to $13 million, or $0.12 per share, last year. “In the
Eastman & Beaudine Retained By Grand Canyon University
Executive recruiter Eastman & Beaudine has been selected by Grand Canyon University (GSU) to lead in its search for a new vice president of athletics. Bob Beaudine, president and CEO of Eastman & Beaudine, will lead the assignment. Keith Baker, who has served as the school’s athletic director for 20 years, will remain in that
Ken Clark Fills Positions for Inventiv Health Clinical
Ken Clark Partners LLC,, has placed David Hewitt, MD, as vice president, neuroscience and pain – medical and scientific affairs, and C. Richard Jones as vice president, general medicine – medical and scientific affairs at inVentiv Health Clinical. Linda Chisholm, a consultant for Ken Clark Partners, handled the assignement. Dr. Hewitt was formerly with Merck
O’Neill Consulting Group Names Head of HR Practice
Search firm O’Neill Consulting Group, Inc. has added Christopher J. Knipp as managing director. Mr. Knipp will lead the firm’s human resources practice and support its growth across client engagements. He will be based out of O’Neill Consulting Group’s Dallas office. Most recently, Mr. Knipp was the chief human resources officer for AccentCare, a national
Ryan Search & Consulting Makes Additions to Staff
Executive recruiter Ryan Search & Consulting has named John Conner as a senior consultant and Virginia Manning as a consultant. Both will provide talent acquisition and development services to the firm’s expanding client base in the healthcare, life sciences, architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing and economic development fields. With a background in employee and labor relations,
Kelly Services Posts 3.2 Percent Q2 Revenue Increase
Kelly Services, Inc./(NASDAQ:KELY), a global provider of workforce solutions, reported revenue for the second quarter of 2014 totaled $1.4 billion, a 3.2 percent increase compared to the corresponding quarter of 2013. Earnings from operations totaled $5.9 million, compared to $16.4 million reported for the second quarter of 2013. Diluted earnings per share in the second
Caldwell Partners Completes Search for Endurance Services Ltd.
The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has placed Mike Masters as executive vice president, chief pricing actuary at Endurance Services Ltd. Peter Reed, managing partner, and Eric Roeloffs, consultant, handled the assignment. Mr. Masters is the former chief pricing actuary, insurance, XL Capital. Endurance Specialty Holdings Ltd. is a global specialty provider of property and casualty
Arts Consulting Group Places Director at LBO
L.A.-based executive search firm Arts Consulting Group has recruited Elizabeth Kurila as the new director of development for Long Beach Opera (LBO). Ms. Kurila brings a multifaceted background in entrepreneurship, senior development, and marketing experience to LBO from her previous roles as director of development for both the Nine Network of Public Media and the
Witt/Kieffer Names Promotions
Executive recruiter Witt/Kieffer has named seven promotions across all regions in its expanding search practices. Werner Boel LL. M., based in Atlanta, serves as a consultant and practice leader in the firm’s legal services practice. Katherine Haley, Ph. D., based in Manchester, NH, is a principal in Witt/Kieffer’s education practice. She conducts senior leadership searches,
Morgan Hunt Grows Corporate Services Division
U.K.-headquartered recruiter Morgan Hunt has added Sarah Wynn as board director in its corporate services division. Ms. Wynn started her career at Badenoch & Clark, working her way up from recruitment consultant, through to operations director and then member of the U.K. board of directors. During her 17 year tenure at Badenoch & Clark, she
Excipion Creatse Digital Media Recruitment Practice
U.K.-based Excipion, part of the STR Group a specialist recruitment agency for the professional sector, has expanded its services to now cover digital media recruitment. Excipion Digital will be led by Rebecca Sykes, associate director. It will provide recruitment services in the areas of procurement and supply chain and information technology. “This is an extremely
Spencer Stuart Fills CFO Post for EdR
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has recruited Bill Brewer as the new executive vice president and chief financial officer for EdR. Mr. Brewer has spent five years as EVP and CFO for Sedgwick Claims Management Services, Inc., a leading North American provider of technology-enabled claims and productivity management solutions. EdR is one of America's largest
Morgan Samuels Completes Search for Capstone Turbine
Morgan Samuels, an L.A.-based human capital consulting firm, has placed Richard B. Lewis as vice president, operations at Capstone Turbine. Most recently, Mr. Lewis served as the vice president of operations at Meggitt Safety Systems. “Richard brings with him a track record of successfully building world class organizations that deliver extraordinary results. He is adept
Australian Search Firms Merge
Australian finance-focused executive search firms Profusion Group and Primary Asset Consulting (PAC) have merged. The new company will be known as Profusion PAC Pty Ltd and will be trading as Profusion Group, with executive search to be carried out by a specialist arm of the company. Rod Jones will become group chief executive officer, and
TheLadders Adds NY Times Executive to Board
TheLadders has named The New York Times general manager of Core Digital Products, Paul Smurl, to its board of directors. Mr. Smurl worked with colleagues in The New York Times newsroom to lead the development of the company’s digital platforms. “We are thrilled to have Paul join the board as we continue to evolve our
Hudson Global Posts Small Decline in Q2 Revenues
Hudson Global/(NASDAQ:HSON) has posted second quarter 2014 revenues of $167.4 million, down 2.3 percent from $171.4 million the same period the prior year. The company recorded a net loss of$4.4 million, or $0.13 per basic and diluted share, compared with net loss of $4.5 million, or $0.14 per basic and diluted share, for the second
Diversified Search Fills SVP Position for Foremost Farms USA
Diversified Search has placed Dirk Tachick as senior vice president of operations for Foremost Farms USA, a farmer-owned milk processing and marketing cooperative with annual sales of $1.7 billion. The search was led by Diversified Search managing director Julie Kanak. Mr. Tachick was previously vice president, continuous improvement at Hillshire Brands Company (formerly Sara Lee)
Faithsearch Partners Heading Chief Nursing Search for SGAH
FaithSearch Partners has been retained by Maryland-based Shady Grove Adventist Hospital (SGAH) to lead in its search for a chief nursing executive. “The chief nursing executive will cultivate a patient-first attitude among the nursing staff on all levels and act as a mentor to enhance communications across the hospital,” said Jim Boyle, senior vice president
Millennium Search Fills Sales Position for Silvon
Millennium Search, a boutique recruiting firm, has placed Jennifer Spitz as regional sales manager at Silvon. Marc Fox, managing partner at Millennium, led the search. Ms. Spitz joins Silvon from enterprise software provider Infor, where she spent the past nine years in various account executive roles. Silvon is a leader in enterprise business intelligence software
Campbell & Company Selected by American Kidney Fund
Executive search firm Campbell & Company has been selected by the American Kidney Fund to lead in its search for a new vice president of development and field operations. Daniel J. Fissinger, associate consultant, is handling the assignment. The American Kidney Fund (AKF) was founded in 1971, to help a single individual with kidney failure
Horton Adds to Financial Services Practice Group
Horton International has added Patrick Slater as a managing director in its financial services practice group. Mr. Slater previously served for 13 years as president and CEO of Brower Group, an executive recruiting firm for the banking industry. At Horton he will provide executive search and management consulting services to clients in banking, asset/wealth management
Sheffield Haworth Opens San Francisco Office
Search firm Sheffield Haworth has opened a new office in San Francisco. Paige Scott will lead the firm’s West Coast efforts. “This is an important milestone for Sheffield Haworth and its West Coast clients as it ensures that we can provide both a local presence and focused service offering,” said Mark Esposito, managing director &
