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Marovi Launched by Veteran Executive Search Consultants
Founded by a team with more than four decades of executive hiring experience, Marovi has opened its doors in Atlanta. “Our intense commitment to this inadequately served hiring category includes intelligent software, expert services, and the right datasets built specifically for high-stakes executive recruitment,” said Matthew Mooney, co-founder. “It fills a critical gap in executive hiring,
Solomon Page Fills Senior Role for Baylor Scott & White
New York City headquartered executive search firm Solomon Page has helped to recruit Stephanie Motter as president, health plan and senior vice president, employer solutions at Baylor Scott & White Health. Marc Gouran led this national search in his capacity as managing director and global practice leader at Solomon Page healthcare. The appointment comes at a pivotal time 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
Managing an Age Diverse Workforce
The recent emphasis on creating truly diverse workforces and leadership teams has seen action on underrepresented groups like women, ethnic minorities, and the LGBT+ community. But when it comes to offering opportunity for all, in a fair manner, one group is frequently overlooked: the over-50s. And companies disregard this group at their peril, according to
Harrington J White Executive Search Promotes Partner
Harrington J White Executive Search, LLC has promoted Matthew DeSabella to partner. Mr. DeSabella has placed key sales and marketing executives in numerous industries. “Matt has been with the firm for nine years and has been instrumental in our growth; he will be a key player in our expansion plans in the future,” said Ron
CTPartners Posts 32 Percent Revenue Increase
CTPartners Executive Search Inc./(NYSE:CTP) posted second quarter revenues of $45.1 million, a 32 percent increase from $34.2 million in the prior year’s first quarter. North American revenue increased 27 percent to $27.6 million; EMEA was up 20 percent at $10 million compared to $8.3 million; Asia Pacific revenue grew 133 percent to $2.8 million compared
Start Brooks Adds Recruitment Consultant
Manchester, UK-headquartered executive recruiting firm Stark Brooks has added Isma Rafiq as a recruitment consultant. Ms. Rafiq will concentrate on the placement of part-qualified and qualified accountants for industry clients. She previously held a similar position with James Wilcockson Associates Ltd. “We are seeing lots of new business opportunities, and we are capitalizing on a
Spengler Fox Grows Recruiting Staff
Executive search firm SpenglerFox has named Nilay Ulutas Kezer as practice group leader – business services. Based in Istanbul, Ms. Kezer has a background in recruiting for management positions across Europe and is experienced in training and development, business development and sales management. She previously served as director of recruitment and development at EF Education
The McCormick Group Completes Search for Crowell & Moring
The McCormick Group has placed Teresa D. Miller as a partner in the Washington, D.C., office of Crowell & Moring LLP. Principal Ivan Adler, who heads the firm’s government affairs practice, led the search. Ms. Miller most recently served as the acting director for both the State Exchanges Group and the Oversight Group, at the
Myers McRae Handling Search for Youngstown State University
Executive search firm Myers McRae has been selected by Youngstown State University to lead in its search for a new provost and vice president for academic affairs. Heading the assignment are Emily Parker Myers, president and CEO of the firm, and Kenny Daugherty, executive vice president and COO. Youngstown State University is an Ohio urban
Amrop Adds Three To Global Executive Board
Amrop has added Henrik Elsig Andersen, Hideaki Furuta and Sophie Vergnas to its global executive board. In addition, Jimmy Chen (China) was named vice chair Asia Pacific, while Federico Cuneo (Peru) was appointed as co-vice chair Americas. Mr. Andersen is a partner at Amrop in Denmark. Previously, he was managing director at Momentum Consulting. Mr.
Dice Records Q2 Revenue Gain of 28 Percent
Dice Holdings, Inc./(NYSE:DHX), a career website for technology and engineering professionals, has recorded second quarter revenues of $66.5 million, an increase of 28 percent from $52 million in the comparable quarter of 2013. Overall recruitment activity was fairly consistent in tech, energy, healthcare and hospitality during the second quarter, while activity improved in financial services.
Harris Search Associates Places Dean at Michigan State University
Dublin Ohio-based Harris Search Associates has recruited Dr. Prabu David as dean of the college of communication arts and sciences at Michigan State University. Dr. David is currently a professor and associate dean at Washington State University. Harris Search Associates is focused on identifying and attracting leaders to support the growth of clients in the
DavenportMajor to Lead CEO Search for Pulse Electronics
DavenportMajor Executive Search has been selected by Pulse Electronics to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. Pulse Electronics is the electronic components partner that helps customers build the next great product by providing the needed technical solutions. DavenportMajor is an executive search firm which specializes in senior executive and board of
Heidrick & Struggles Posts 11.5 Percent Q2 Revenue Gain
Chicago-based Heidrick & Struggles International/(NASDAQ:HSII) has posted net revenue of $136.1 million in the second quarter, up 11.5 percent from $122 million in the 2013 second quarter. The increase was driven by a 34 percent increase in Europe and a 3.4 percent increase in the Americas. Revenue from Asia Pacific in the 2014 second quarter
Korn Ferry Adds Aviation Expert to Team
Korn Ferry has named Frank Morogiello as senior client partner in its industrial practice, specializing in aviation. He will be based out of Korn Ferry’s Dallas office. Mr. Morogiello previously served as chief supply officer at GetGoing, Inc. Prior to that, he was a partner at Heidrick & Struggles. He brings to Korn Ferry deep
Direct Recruiters Grows Processing, Packaging, and Material Handling Practice
Direct Recruiters, Inc. (DRI) has added Eric Smoloff as a project manager for the processing, packaging, and material handling practice. Mr. Smoloff works in collaboration with Jason Herbert, practice leader, and fellow team members, Cherie Shepard, and Joel Jelinek, to facilitate existing search assignments and sourcing candidates, qualifying candidates, and generating leads. He understands the
Lochlin Partners Finds CEO for MAP International
Boutique executive search firm Lochlin Partners has placed Steve Stirling as president and chief executive officer of MAP International. Most recently, Mr. Stirling served as the executive vice president of ChildFund International. MAP International is a global Christian health organization that partners with people living in conditions of poverty to save lives and develop healthier
Brill Neumann Associates Leading CEO Search for RPC
Executive recruiters Brill Neumann Associates has been selected by The Research Park Corporation (RPC) to lead in its search for a new president and chief executive officer. Nicholas Brill is handling the assignment. The Research Park Corporation was established as a public, nonprofit corporation in 1992 by the Louisiana legislature for the express purpose of
Heidrick & Struggles Launches Global Specialty Practice
Heidrick & Struggles International has launched a new global specialty practice to be headed by Sean Carroll, a partner in the firm's global technology practice based in New York, and Immo Futterlieb, a partner in the firm's industrial practice based in Munich. "Organizations are looking for executives to lead emerging functions such as industrial internet,
European Leaders Expands
Technology-focused executive recruiter European Leaders has opened a new Germany office and added Stephan Thoma to lead the firm’s talent development division. Mr. Thoma was previously global director of learning & development at Google, where he led the team that developed Google’s talent function. He was the only non-U.S. based member of Google’s leadership team.
Thailand-based TopTalentAsia Rebrands as en world Thailand
Thailand-based executive search firm TopTalentAsia has re-launched as en world Thailand. TopTalentAsia officially joined the Japan-based en world group in December 2013 but had retained its separate identity. TopTalent Asia, established in Bangkok in 1999, specializes in connecting great companies to the best managers and mid-career professionals in Thailand. In addition to the rebranding, the
Neher & Associates Leading Search for Yolo County, CA
West Sacramento, CA-based executive recruiter Neher & Associates, LLC, has been selected by the County of Yolo to lead in its search for a new assistant chief financial officer. Located in the agricultural regions of California’s Central Valley and the Sacramento River Delta, Yolo County is bordered by the counties of Sacramento, Solano, Napa, Lake,
Herbert Mines Associates Completes Search For Chico’s Fas
New York-based executive search firm Herbert Mines Associates has placed Miki Racine Berardelli as president, digital commerce, chief marketing officer and executive vice president at Chico's FAS, Inc. Ms. Berardelli joins Chicos from Tory Burch, where she held the position of chief marketing officer. Chico's FAS is a cultivator of brands serving the lifestyle needs
Panorama Adds Cordiner King to Search Network
Cordiner King has joined Panorama, a global network of independent executive search firms with 20 offices and over 50 partners across Europe, North America and the Asian Pacific. Established in 1985, Cordiner King is a research-driven executive search firm specializing in advising boards and chief executives on the appointment of CEOs and their direct reports.
PrincetonOne Merges with Retail Search Group
PrincetonOne, a recruitment services provider based in Skillman, NJ, has merged with Retail Search Group in Grass Valley, CA. Since 1985, Retail Search Group’s recruitment professionals have focused on developing career-enhancing relationships within the retail business community. The current CEO of Retail Search Group and lifetime retailer, Gerald Mitchell, said: “I’m extremely proud of our
Notogroup Executive Search Makes Promotion
Notogroup Executive Search has promoted Gennevieve Emery to principal, recruiting director. Ms. Emery has been with the firm since 2009 and was most recently a senior associate. In addition to her search work, Ms. Emery’s focus is on preserving the highest level of service quality and efficiency to enable the firm to scale. “Gennevieve has
Bespoke Partners Places CEO at SRSsoft
San Diego-headquartered Bespoke Partners has recruited Scott Ciccarelli as chief executive officer of SRSsoft. Mr. Ciccarelli brings to SRS 20 years of diverse management and operations experience garnered as a senior executive at GE, where he headed two of the company’s businesses—most recently, GE Healthcare’s Services, Ambulatory and Revenue Cycle Solutions. SRS is the recognized
Hulce Associates Leading COO Search for Asbury Automotive
Hulce Associates has been retained by Asbury Automotive to lead in its search for a new chief operating officer. With the announcement of the incumbent Michael Kearney’s retirement, Asbury plans to have an executive in place by the end of the calendar year. Asbury is a $5.3 billion automotive retailer located in Duluth, GA, an
Heidrick & Struggles Launches Board Network for Women
Heidrick & Struggles International has launched a new network for women directors in the U.K. called The Board Network, which is designed to bring together women board directors from a diverse range of commercial businesses and social enterprises. More than 50 women board directors participated in The Board Network's inaugural launch event July 15 in
CTPartners Adds Partner in New York
CTPartners Executive Search Inc. has added Trish Shortell as a partner in New York. Her primary search focus will be marketing. Ms. Shortell joins CTPartners from WPP Group, where she served as senior vice president of executive recruitment & talent management. Prior to that, she was a member of the global CFO practice at Heidrick
SpenglerFox Names EMEA Business Excellence Manager
Executive search firm SpenglerFox has named Ian Bird as its EMEA business excellence manager for the firm’s business services practice group. Mr. Bird was the founder of one of the largest private security companies in the CEE region and has had the opportunity to work with global leaders in numerous industries over a 20 year
JL Cornerstone Completes Search for BILD
Executive recruiter JL Cornerstone has placed Duncan Payne as a managing director at the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD). Mr. Payne will be the managing director of its three GTA-based Home Shows. With more than 1,400 members, BILD, formed through the merger of the Greater Toronto Home Builders’ Association and Urban Development Institute/Ontario,
Korn Ferry Retained by Marquette University
Korn Ferry has been selected by Marquette University to lead in its search for a new vice president and director of athletics. Currently Bill Cords is serving as interim VP and director of athletics. The school hopes to fill the position by the end of the fall semester. Marquette University is a private, coeducational, Jesuit,
Eton Bridge Partners Strengthens Team
Executive search and interim management partnership Eton Bridge Partners has named Jonathan Stringer as an associate partner interim management for the finance practice and Amelia Jeffery as a researcher to the human resources team. Known for delivering multiple interim and search campaigns within both SME and FTSE-listed businesses across a broad range of industries, Mr.
