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Mercuri Urval Appoints Five New Partners
Stockholm, Sweden-based executive search firm Mercuri Urval (MU) has appointed five new partners made up of a diverse group of experts, representing three nationalities. The new partners are Dennis Tanke, Isabella Valentini, Irena Schierjott, Florian Knorn, and Anne Zhang. “Becoming a partner in MU means to be recognized as exceptionally trusted by clients and colleagues, and it
The Stakes of Executive Hiring in Private Markets
In private equity and venture capital, the difference between a portfolio company that delivers 3x returns and one that barely breaks even often comes down to a single factor: leadership. Whether you’re installing a new CEO to drive operational improvements in a mature PE portfolio company or finding a CTO to scale a Series B startup’s engineering team,
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.
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.
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?
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
Boyden to Acquire GreenSight Executive Search
Boyden has announced it will acquire GreenSight Executive Search, a retained search and consulting firm based in Atlanta. The acquisition strengthens Boyden’s presence, network and service in the Southeastern United States. The acquisition will see Boyden absorb GreenSight’s client portfolio and leadership team. Founding partners Trisha Hutchison and Daniel Kepler will join the Boyden Atlanta office as managing partners, bringing
AI Redefining Search — Without Replacing Human Judgment
Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping executive recruiting, speeding up how firms identify, evaluate, and engage leadership talent. As AI tools automate research and administrative work, search teams can move faster and surface stronger insights— changing what “best candidate” discovery looks like in practice. At the same time, demand is shifting toward leaders who can translate
How Leading Search Firms Are Turning AI Into Competitive Advantage
Artificial intelligence is rapidly moving from a promising experiment to a core operating capability across the executive search profession. As firms face mounting pressure to improve efficiency, accelerate search timelines, and deliver deeper market intelligence, many are reevaluating how technology can enhance both recruiter productivity and business performance. While adoption continues to accelerate, industry leaders
U.S. Adds 172,000 Jobs in May as Unemployment Holds Steady at 4.3 Percent
Employment increased by 172,000 in May as the U.S. unemployment rate remained at 4.3 percent, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. The number of unemployed people, at 7.3 million, changed little in May. Job gains occurred in leisure and hospitality, local government, and healthcare. Employment in financial activities declined. “This is a labor
CarterBaldwin Recruits President and CEO for Kansas Fiber Network
CarterBaldwin Executive Search has assisted in the recruitment of Danny Pate as the new president and CEO of Kansas Fiber Network (KFN). Partner Chris Guiney and search consultant Ted Wieber led the assignment. “We are pleased to bring Danny on board,” said Mark Gailey, chairman of KFN’s board of directors. “The board ran a diligent search to
A Look at How the CEO Role is Evolving
Geopolitical waves, digitization and AI. The drive for sustainability. Demands for full transparency and the changing needs of talent. These and other forces have dramatically broadened the CEO role, according to a recent report from Amrop. The traditional routes to the top seat are already changing. Following the firm’s exploration of the C-suite ecosystem, they now ask:
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.
Third Street Partners Grows Research Staff
Executive recruiters Third Street Partners has added Joel C. Wheatley to its staff as director of research. Mr. Wheatley previously served in a similar role for The Prince Houston Group for over nine years. He began his career in executive search as a research associate at Egon Zehnder. Founded by Laura Pollock, Third Street Partners
Robert Half Record 9.6 Percent Revenue Gain
Robert Half International Inc./(NYSE:RHI) has posted second quarter 2014 revenues of $1.16 billion, an increase of 9.6 percent from revenues of $1.06 billion in the second quarter of 2013. Net income for the company was $75.1 million, or $.55 per share, compared to earnings of $63.1 million, or $.46 per share, last year. “Robert Half’s
The Prout Group Completes Board Search for Sherwin-Williams
Executive search firm The Prout Group has placed Matthew Thornton as a new member of the board of directors at the Sherwin-Williams Company. Mr. Thornton is senior vice president, U.S. operations, for FedEx Express. Pat Prout and Betsy Bruening assisted the nominating committee with the search. Founded in 1866, The Sherwin-Williams Company is a global
Preston Partners Leading CEO Search for EMSDC
Preston & Partners has been retained to conduct the CEO search for the Eastern Minority Supplier Diversity Council (EMSDC) based in Philadelphia. Suzanne Fairlie, managing director of Preston & Partners’ Philadelphia office, will lead the search engagement. The stated mission of the EMSDC is “advancing business opportunities by certifying and connecting minority business enterprises to
Morgan Samuels Adds to Human Capital Consulting Practice
Morgan Samuels, an L.A.-based human capital consulting firm, has named Russell Bishop as a senior partner in its human capital consulting practice. His primary focus will be in the area of change leadership. Having started five successful companies and consulted to leadership teams around the world, Mr. Bishop has become a recognized expert in personal
Rosenzweig & Company Strengthens Advisory Board
Rosenzweig & Company, a global provider of executive recruitment solutions, has added Jonathan Sackett and Judith Humprey to its advisory board. With more than 18 years of international experience, Mr. Sackett has developed award-winning, ground breaking and effective initiatives for some of the world’s greatest brands. He has worked with some of the world’s biggest
ManpowerGroup Posts Six Percent Revenue Gain
ManpowerGroup/(NYSE:MAN) has posted revenues of $5.3 billion, an increase of six percent from $5 billion report during the same period a year ago. The company reported earnings of $109.8 million, or $1.35 cents per diluted share, compared earnings of $68.2 million, or 87 cents per diluted share. ManpowerGroup CEO Jonas Prising, said: “In the second
Nesbit Partners Completes Search for Beiersdorf
Executive search firm Nesbit Partners, Inc. has placed Louisa Stead as the new vice president, North America for Beiersdorf. Previously, Ms. Stead served as senior director, talent planning & high potential development, for Pfizer, Inc. Beiersdorf is an international research and development leader in the area of skin care. Nesbit Partners is a boutique executive
ECS Partners Leading Search for RMC
ECS Partners International has been retained by RMC to lead in its search for a new chief operating officer for its national consumer finance business. Regional Management Corp. is a diversified specialty consumer finance company providing a broad array of loan products primarily to customers with limited access to consumer credit from banks, thrifts, credit
Caldwell Partners Posts 34 Percent Revenue Increase
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has posted fiscal 2014 third quarter revenues of $12.3 million, up 34 percent compared to $9.2 million the prior year. U.S. revenues increased 48 percent to $9.07 million driven primarily by increased search volumes and average fees, offset by fewer average partners during the current year. Canadian
Diversified Search to Host U.S. CEOs and African Heads of State to Promote Global Partnership
A highly influential group of leaders representing African and African-American political, business and international trade communities will host the first annual “Gathering of Pan-African Leaders” at the Mayflower Hotel on Monday, August 4, 2014. Dale Jones, president of Diversified Search, and Carlos Austin, a private investor, are serving as co-chairs of the organizing committee. This
TurningPoint Executive Search Adds Client Relations Manager
TurningPoint Executive Search has added Casey Long to its team as client relations manager. Prior to joining TurningPoint, Mr. Long spent six years within the Marine Corps as an officer, leading IT departments in the delivery of service for various types of organizations. Ken Schmitt, president and founder, said: “I am especially pleased to offer
O’Neill Consulting Group Fills VP Global Sales/Marketing Post for Maxion Wheels
Search firm O’Neill Consulting Group, Inc. has recruited Bill Wardle as vice president of global sales and marketing at Maxion Wheels. The search was led by Kevin R. O’Neill, founder and CEO. Most recently, Mr. Wardle was the global vice president of sales and marketing at Magna Exteriors, Interiors, and Seating. “We are pleased that
Colin Baenziger & Associates Retained by St. Pete Beach
According to industry sources, executive search firm Colin Baenziger & Associates has been selected by St. Pete Beach to lead in its search for a new city manager. Former city manager Mike Bonfield was terminated in late April. Established in 1997, Colin Baenziger & Associates is headquartered in Palm Beach County, FL, with offices in
DHR International Names Managing Partner in Asia Pacific
DHR International has named Steve Stine as managing director of the firm’s Asia Pacific region. Mr. Stine will lead the firm across all divisions and functions in APAC. Mr. Stine has lived and worked in Asia for nearly 25 years and was most recently a partner with Heidrick & Struggles. At Heidrick, he built out
Odgers Interim Grows Education Practice
Odgers Interim has appointed Sally Havers as a consultant in its education practice. She is based out of the firm’s London office. Ms. Havers places interim executives in the education sector with a particular focus on schools (independent, grammar, state, academies and free schools); awarding bodies; and skills councils. A qualified solicitor, Ms. Havers worked
Development Resources Completes Search for YMCA Tulsa
Development Resources, Inc. (DRi) has recruited Vanessa Finley as chief executive officer for YWCA Tulsa. Ms. Finley was previously the director of development at Planned Parenthood of Kansas and Mid-Missouri (PPKM). Development Resources focuses on executive search assignments for the non-profit industry.
Boyden Recruits New CEO for Port of Long Beach
Boyden has placed Jon Slangerup as chief executive officer of the Port of Long Beach. The search was led by managing directors Tim McNamara and Peter Santora. Mr. Slangerup is the former president of FedEx Canada. The Port of Long Beach is one of the world’s premier seaports, a primary gateway for trans-Pacific trade. Boyden
