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Anthem Executive Assists Texas A&M International University with President Search
Executive recruitment firm Anthem Executive has helped to recruit Christopher Maynard as the new president of Texas A&M International University (TAMIU). The board’s decision on August 28th to name him the sole finalist for the position followed recommendations from Anthem Executive and Texas A&M University System chancellor Glenn Hegar. Michael Ballew, Scott Watson, Mike “JR” Wheless, and Florene Stawowy led the assignment. Pablo
CIO Partners Seeking New IT Leader for RaceTrac
Chief information officers (CIOs) are increasingly in demand today due to the accelerating pace of digital transformation across industries. As organizations strive to harness emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, cloud computing, cybersecurity frameworks, and data analytics, the CIO has become a critical figure in driving this change. Modern CIOs are no longer just IT
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.
EQU Advisors Seeking Senior Leader for Sarah Lawrence College
Executive search firm EQU Advisors was recently retained by Sarah Lawrence College to lead in its search for an associate vice president of enrollment. This executive will serve as a key member of the senior enrollment leadership team and a collaborative partner across the institution. This role is designed to strengthen coordination, elevate shared strategy, and support
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?
Egon Zehnder Forms Alliance with IMD
Global leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder and IMD, a leading business school in global executive education, have formed a strategic partnership to facilitate board directors’ personal growth and elevate board performance. The partnership combines IMD’s academic rigor and deep connections to global boards with Egon Zehnder’s expertise in leadership and board effectiveness. Together, they will co-create tailored
Why Boards Are Betting on New CEOs and How to Set Them Up to Win
A growing number of companies are entrusting the corner office to leaders stepping into the CEO role for the first time. As succession strategies evolve and executive talent markets tighten, boards are increasingly prioritizing leadership potential, adaptability, and strategic vision over prior CEO experience. Boards now face a new question: which qualities make a first-time CEO succeed,
The Leadership Reset: What AI is Exposing About Today’s Executives
For decades, leadership success was largely measured by experience, team size, and the ability to manage complex organizations. Today, artificial intelligence is changing that equation, and it is reshaping how boards, investors, and hiring executives evaluate leadership talent. As AI transforms how work gets done, organizations are discovering that competitive advantage is no longer determined
Greenwood Asher & Associates Recruits Provost for the University of Cincinnati
Miramar Beach, FL-based executive recruitment firm Greenwood Asher & Associates has assisted the University of Cincinnati (UC) in the recruitment of Rudolph Buchheit as executive vice president for academic affairs and provost. Andriel Dees and Julie Schrodt led the assignment for the search firm. His selection follows a national search led by a dedicated search committee that was informed by
HARTZ Search Assists Geisinger with Recruitment of CIO
Charlotte, NC-based HARTZ Search has helped to recruit Bill Bellando as executive vice president and chief information officer of Geisinger. He joins Geisinger after serving as senior vice president and chief information officer at Georgia-based Wellstar Health System from 2022 to 2026. In this role, Mr. Bellando oversaw information technology and digital initiatives across the health system.
Beecher Reagan Names Managing Director
Houston, TX-headquartered executive search firm Beecher Reagan has appointed David Rio as managing director. He will deepen the firm’s work with consulting and technology-enabled services clients across publicly traded, private partnerships, and sponsor-backed companies. “David is a great addition, who will do nothing but strengthen our capabilities and the client experience we deliver,” said Clark Beecher, co-founder and
When to Use an Executive Search Firm
Executive hiring is one of the few business decisions where the consequences compound for years. The right leader can accelerate growth, strengthen culture, improve execution, and create enterprise value far beyond their compensation package. The wrong leader can stall momentum, disrupt teams, and force organizations to spend valuable time and resources correcting course. As companies
Klein Hersh Recruits CEO for Corrixr Therapeutics
Klein Hersh, a search firm focused on the life sciences and healthcare industries, has placed Hilary M. Malone as the new CEO of Corrixr Therapeutics in Newark, DE. She succeeds Eric B. Kmiec, founder of Corrixr, who will continue to serve in his capacity as chief scientific officer and will remain actively engaged in the
RH Perry & Associates Assists Holyoke Community College with Provost Search
RH Perry & Associates recently helped to place Jessica Nicklin as provost and vice president for academic affairs at Holyoke Community College (HCC). Senior consultants Jessie Thompson and Levy Brown led the assignment. “Dr. Nicklin is a respected leader in higher education and an organizational psychologist, recognized for her strategic vision, collaborative leadership, and dedication to student, faculty, and institutional
TSI Group Fills Senior Position for Dixon Hard Chrome
Mississauga, ON-headquartered executive search firm TSI Group Inc. recently assisted in the recruitment of Corey A. Williams as general manager of aerospace and aircraft plating specialist Dixon Hard Chrome in Sun Valley, CA. TSI Group partnered with Dixon Hard Chrome to identify a highly accomplished general manager capable of leading the organization’s operations and supporting its continued
Spencer Stuart Acquires Dr. Bjørn Johansson Associates
Spencer Stuart has acquired Dr. Bjørn Johansson Associates, a Zurich-based, founder-led leadership advisory firm, through which Dr. Bjørn Johansson Associates will be integrated into Spencer Stuart. Financial details of the deal were not disclosed. “Dr. Bjørn Johansson Associates is a highly respected market leader with deep relationships with many of the most iconic and important businesses and organizations in Switzerland
Kingsley Gate Unveils a New Approach to AI-Powered Executive Search
Under pressure to deliver faster results, deeper market intelligence, and stronger candidate outcomes, executive search firms and talent leaders are reevaluating the tools and processes that have long defined the profession. Advances in artificial intelligence are accelerating that shift, creating new possibilities for how searches are scoped, executed, and managed from start to finish. Yet
Growth Happens When Human Capital is the Priority
Every growth story eventually reaches an inflection point where the business becomes more complex than the systems that built it. Revenue can grow quickly, markets can expand, and opportunities can multiply—but sustainable performance depends on an organization’s ability to evolve its leadership, decision-making, and talent infrastructure at the same pace. The companies that navigate these
Shelli Herman and Associates Tapped by Mystic Aquarium to Lead CEO Search
Los Angeles-based Shelli Herman and Associates was recently selected by Mystic Aquarium to lead in its search for a new president and CEO. The organization seeks an experienced, mission-driven CEO to lead the organization into its next chapter, defined by expanded conservation impact, philanthropic growth, and deeper community relevance. Reporting to the board of trustees, this
Furst Group Recruits President and CEO of Blessing Health System
Furst Group, which serves the healthcare and insurance industries, recently helped to recruit Mike Trachta as the president and CEO of Blessing Health System. “The board sought a leader who could shape long-term strategy, strengthen key partnerships, and preserve Blessing Health’s independence while advancing operational excellence and financial stewardship,” Furst Group said in a LinkedIn
Stevenson Search Partners and HAVEN Unite to Launch New Human Capital Platform: Tidemark Talent Solutions
Fort Lee, NJ-based Stevenson Search Partners, a global life science executive search firm and a Hunt Scanlon Top 50 ranked search firm, and HAVEN, a leadership development advisory firm, have created a strategic partnership under Tidemark Talent Solutions, a newly formed holding company focused on building an integrated human capital platform. Tidemark will seek to acquire and scale high-performing specialist
CHRO Succession Grows More Deliberate as Organizations Prioritize Experience and Transformation
The role of the chief human resources officer continues to evolve as organizations navigate workforce transformation, leadership succession, technological disruption, and shifting employee expectations. Once viewed primarily as a steward of talent and culture, today’s CHRO is increasingly expected to serve as a strategic business partner, helping shape enterprise priorities while ensuring organizations have the
DHR Global Tapped by Texas Southern to Lead Men’s Basketball Head Coach Search
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has been retained by Texas Southern to lead in its search for a new men’s head basketball coach. DHR emerged from what the university described as a competitive review process. The firm will help the school build and vet a broad pool of candidates capable of sustaining a program that ranks among the conference’s
Cook Silverman Search Retained by the California Academy of Sciences
Greenbrae, CA-based Cook Silverman Search was recently retained by the California Academy of Sciences to lead in its search for a director of leadership philanthropy. is a pivotal leadership role within the Advancement Department at the California Academy of Sciences. Reporting directly to the chief advancement officer and working closely with the executive director and board of
The Moran Company Names CEO
The Moran Company, an executive recruitment firm that specializes in the non-profit sector, has announced that Mike English joins Bill Moran as a partner of the firm and has been named the company’s CEO. Mr. Moran will continue his role as president of the company he established more than 30 years ago. Since then, The
DSG Global Appoints Managing Director
DSG Global has expanded with the addition of Arpan Narayan as managing director. “We are pleased to welcome Arpan to DSG Global at a time when leveraging technology and AI depends on leadership that can execute the agenda,” said Aileen Alexander, CEO of DSG Global. “People sit at the center of the most consequential decisions, and
Why Organizational Performance Is Becoming the New Competitive Edge
McKinsey & Company’s The State of Organizations 2026 report highlights a business environment undergoing structural transformation. Drawing on responses from more than 10,000 leaders across 15 countries and 17 industries, the research identifies three interconnected forces reshaping organizations: technological disruption, geopolitical uncertainty, and workforce shifts. The pressure on organizations is intensifying from multiple directions at once. Companies
Preng & Associates Recruits CHRO for Caturus Energy
Houston-based Preng & Associates has recruited Mary Kenner as chief human resources officer at Caturus Energy LLC. The completion of the executive search comes at a pivotal moment for Caturus, as the company advances its ambition to build the nation’s leading independent integrated natural gas and LNG business through its differentiated wellhead-to-water strategy. Preng & Associates partnered with Caturus to
DRiWaterstone Human Capital Leading Executive Director Search for Seismic Foundation
DRiWaterstone Human Capital is currently leading in the search for an executive director for Seismic Foundation. This executive will fully own Seismic’s North American strategy and execution. The mission for this executive is to build out the Seismic Foundation operations as part of the AI governance ecosystem by delivering high-impact campaigns that shift the needle
Flatiron Search Partners Places CTO at Massage Envy
Flatiron Search Partners (FSP) has assisted in the recruitment of Abe Hong as chief technology officer of Massage Envy in Scottsdale, AZ. “Abe is a proven technology leader with deep experience supporting complex, multi-site businesses,” said Todd Schrader, CEO of Massage Envy Franchising. “His ability to align technology strategy with business goals, combined with his collaborative
5 Ways to Retain Your Top Talent
In a competitive business environment, often the difference between winning and losing is defined by the ability of your company to firstly attract and then more importantly retain top talent. Successful businesses have done some of these things right and it has been proven over time that these simple strategies have made all the difference
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 &
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
