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Veteran Search Consultant Euris Belle Dies
Executive search veteran Euris Belle died on September 8, 2025. “Euris was a top professional and exceptional human being,” said Christopher Hunt, president of Hunt Scanlon Media. “She touched many lives and will be greatly missed.” “I reflect on the passing and life of Euris Belle, my esteemed former colleague at Heidrick & Struggles and
Wall Street’s Summer Deal Surge Redefines Talent Demands
According to The Wall Street Journal, the first week of August marked the highest-volume week for U.S. M&A in nearly four years. Union Pacific’s $71.5 billion purchase of Norfolk Southern led the spree, alongside deals from Alphabet, Global Payments, Charter Communications, and Constellation Energy. Bankers attribute the resurgence to a resilient economy, expectations of lower interest
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.
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
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?
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
The Broward County Aviation Department Retains ADK Consulting & Executive Search to Recruit Aviation CFO
The Broward County Aviation Department recently retained ADK Consulting & Executive Search to lead in its search for an aviation CFO for the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and North Perry Airport (NPA). The assignment is being led by Theresia Schatz and Kim Kenville. The new aviation CFO will oversee the financial and business aspects of FLL and HWO.
How Private Equity Firms Are Modernizing Talent Strategy Through Technology
As private equity firms place greater emphasis on leadership as a driver of investment performance, talent functions are becoming increasingly embedded in the dealmaking process. What was once viewed primarily as a recruiting and portfolio support function is evolving into a strategic capability that informs executive assessment, succession planning, and value creation across the investment
Crist|Kolder Associates Recruits CFO for Booz Allen
Crist|Kolder Associates has assisted in the recruitment of Troy Lahr as executive vice president and CFO of Booz Allen Hamilton in McLean, VA. “Troy’s deep and differentiated experience helps position Booz Allen for accelerated growth and bold transformation,” said Horacio Rozanski, chairman and CEO. “His success driving performance across large portfolios and leading through change will be a
The Moran Company Leading CEO Search for the Oklahoma State Medical Association
The Moran Company, an executive recruitment firm that specializes in the non-profit sector, was recently retained by the Oklahoma State Medical Association (OSMA) to recruit the organization’s next CEO. Jon Rosell is leading the assignment. The OSMA board of trustees seeks an energetic, experienced, and highly skilled CEO to work collaboratively with the board, staff
Jackson Lucas Acquires Affinity HR Advisory Group
New York City-based Jackson Lucas has acquired Affinity HR Advisory Group, led by veteran HR executive Gayle Feinstein. “When we look at the growing firms we partner with, we constantly see founders and COOs getting pulled into the weeds of sensitive employee issues when they should be focusing on scaling their business,” said Anthony Fanzo, founding partner, Jackson Lucas. “Bringing
Heidrick & Struggles Launches AI-Enhanced Leadership Assessment Platform
Heidrick & Struggles recently launched Heidrick Immersive, a next generation, AI-enhanced leadership assessment platform. “Today’s leaders must navigate constant disruption, shifting stakeholder expectations, and accelerating technological change,” said David Peck, partner and global leader of the High-Impact Leadership Center of Excellence at Heidrick & Struggles. “By integrating AI-driven simulation and personalized feedback into our advisory offering, we’re
The Tolan Group Fills Senior Sales Position for FairCode
The Tolan Group (TTG) has recruited Ryan Canavan as vice president of sales at FairCode. This appointment reflects FairCode’s continued investment in scalable growth and innovation as the organization expands its revenue integrity and compliance solutions across the healthcare market. In his position, Mr. Canavan will lead FairCode’s national sales strategy, focusing on enterprise growth, strategic
Rosenzweig & Company Recruits President for PetSmart Canada
Executive search firm Rosenzweig & Company recently placed Pamela O’Rourke as president of PetSmart Canada and chair of the board of PetSmart Charities of Canada. Rose Perri, partner at Rosenzweig & Company, led the search. “Pamela’s experience leading large-scale operations and driving customer-focused strategies stood out,” said Katherine Sanford, senior director of talent acquisition at PetSmart. “Rosenzweig & Company brought tremendous thoughtfulness,
Funk Associates Assists Clemson University with the Recruitment of 16th President
Following a national search, Funk Associates has assisted in the recruitment of Kevin Guskiewicz as the 16th president of Clemson University. “The search committee was overwhelmed with the robust and highly qualified candidates who expressed interest in leading our great University,” said search committee chair Cheri Phyfer. “Dr. Guskiewicz rose to the top of a remarkable
A Midyear Opportunity to Reinforce Leadership and Talent
With June now underway, the midpoint of the year offers a natural opportunity for leaders to evaluate progress and prepare for the months ahead. As priorities shift and organizations look toward second-half objectives, now is an ideal time to focus on the people, structure, and leadership capabilities that will drive future performance. A deliberate investment
Buffkin / Baker Expands Consumer Practice
Partner-led executive search firm Buffkin / Baker has expanded with the addition of Kevin Duffy as a partner in its consumer practice area. “We are delighted that Kevin has joined Buffkin / Baker and our consumer practice,” said David Alexander, partner, and consumer practice leader. “He brings a wealth of executive recruiting experience to our firm and
Speed vs. Certainty: How Leading Search Firms Deliver Fast Shortlists Without Increasing Risk
Executive search firms are under increasing pressure to deliver qualified leadership candidates faster without compromising diligence or decision quality. As hiring timelines compress and stakeholder scrutiny intensifies, many firms are turning to AI-driven intelligence tools to identify potential risks, validate candidate fit, and strengthen shortlists earlier in the search process. Balancing speed with certainty requires
Spencer Stuart Recruits Ninth Leader for Brunswick School
Spencer Stuart has assisted in the recruitment of Andrew T. Chappell as Brunswick’s ninth head of school, effective July 1, 2027. Mary Gorman, a partner in the firm’s education and social impact practice, and consultant Michele Haertel, led the assignment. Tom Philip has informed the Board of Trustees of his plans to retire in June 2027, at the
How PE-Backed Businesses are Redefining the Interim CFO Role
Interim CFOs are increasingly central to the performance and stability of private equity-backed businesses. As deal cycles extend and operating conditions tighten, they are deployed not only for financial stewardship but also as value creation partners across the investment lifecycle. “Today’s interim CFOs are increasingly deployed as execution-focused operators responsible for stabilizing performance, improving financial
The Talent Studios Places CEO at GIBBON North America
The Talent Studios has placed Luke Droulez as the new CEO of GIBBON North America. The search was led by Katlyn Maloney and Jeremy Cohen. Mr. Droulez is an executive leader with a proven track record of scaling consumer brands from early stage to nine figures. He was an early executive leader and chief marketing officer of native digital
What Skills Do CEOs Need Today to Succeed
While the pandemic is in the rearview mirror, that doesn’t mean we aren’t experiencing challenging times. From economics to politics, and from cyber threats to artificial intelligence (AI), the world can be difficult to navigate—and so can the role of a CEO. A 2024 survey from The Conference Board showed that inflation and a possible
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
CTPartners Adds Partner In Consumer, Retail And Hospitality Practice
CTPartners Executive Search Inc. has added Laurence Vallaeys as a partner in its consumer, retail and hospitality practice. Based in London, Ms. Vallaeys partners with global clients in the FMCG, hotel, restaurants, fast food and travel sectors to identify, track and recruit senior leadership with a focus on U.K. and European markets. She was previously
PRAXI ALLIANCE Member Prosia Executive Search Adds Partners
PRAXI ALLIANCE member Prosia Executive Search Oy has added Teemu Tiainen as a partner. Mr. Tiainen has over 10 years of experience in the special goods trade and management consulting. He formerly served as a partner at InHunt Group. “We are focused on building strength in the Nordic region, as seen by our recent addition
HireBetter Extends Interim Services
Retained executive search firm HireBetter has expanded its services by adding an interim services division and acquiring bkoAustin, an Austin-based interim services and staffing firm specializing in providing companies with professionals on an interim or project basis for CFO and CIO positions. Brian O’Neil, bkoAustin president, will remain with HireBetter as vice president of interim
JobfitMatters Leading COO Search for World Vision
Executive recruiter JobfitMatters has been selected by World Vision to lead in its search for a new chief operating officer. Tommy Thomas, Rob Stevenson, and Laura Coverstone are handling the assignment. World Vision U.S. is one of the largest Christian aid organizations in the world, with more than $1 billion in annual revenues. JobfitMatters is
SpenglerFox Names Practice Group Leader in Istanbul
Executive search firm SpenglerFox has added Gokan Ozden in Istanbul as practice group leader for the firm’s consumer sector and human capital solutions services. Mr. Ozden formerly work for Aon Hewitt as a rewards consultant. After working four years in that role, he took employee engagement consulting responsibility and continued for another two years. In
RP International Acquires Aero Appointments
Global specialist telecoms and technology recruitment consultancy RP International has acquired Aero Appointments, executive search and permanent recruitment specialists within the aviation sector. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. With expertise in deploying resources to manage major transformation programs, systems implementation, expansion and upgrades across the Aviation industry, RP International’s acquisition of Aero
Hanover Search Group Names Senior Consultant
London-based Hanover Search Group has appointed Ari Zastawna as a senior consultant. Ms. Zastawna was previously with Hays Insurance where she gained insurance recruitment experience initially being responsible for placing underwriting, claims and broking professionals. At Hanover, she will focus on senior and strategic underwriting & claims assignments across U.K. insurance client base. She will
Witt/Kieffer Finds President And CEO For The Montana State University Alumni Foundation
Executive recruiter Witt/Kieffer has recruited Christopher D. Murray as the new president and chief executive officer of The Montana State University Alumni Foundation. The search was led by consultant Jennifer Biehn and senior associate Mercedes Vance. Mr. Murray was most recently vice president for university advancement at the University of Idaho. “We are proud to
SEARCH Group Partners Retained by Utah State Board of Education
SEARCH Group Partners (SGP) has been selected by the Utah State Board of Education to lead in its search for a new state superintendent of public instruction. Dr. Martell Menlove, the current state superintendent, announced his retirement in March. Connie Linardakis-Spyropoulos, managing director at Search Group Partners, is handling the assignment. State board member Jefferson
Korn Ferry Names Partner in Global Logistics and Transportation Services Practice
Korn Ferry has named Kenneth Bloom as senior client partner in its global logistics and transportation services practice. He will be based in the firm's New York office. He joins Korn Ferry from INTTRA, Inc., a web portal for ocean-containerized freight, where he served as CEO and as a member of the board of directors.
Remtec Search and Selection and Talentmark Form Medtec Executive Talent
Remtec Search and Selection and Talentmark have launched a new partnership bringing together the skills and expertise of both organizations to deliver the next generation of specialist and executive recruitment services to the global medical technology market. Known as Medtec Executive Talent, the new specialist service will make full use of Remtec’s knowledge of the
Diversified Search Finds CEO for the California Milk Advisory Board
Diversified Search has placed John D. Talbot as the new chief executive officer of the California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB). The search was led by managing director Julie Kanak. Mr. Talbot was most recently vice president of global market development for the Almond Board of California. CMAB was formed in 1969 as an instrumentality of
Braswell Nees Group |TRANSEARCH International Fills Positions for Jenne, Inc.
Braswell Nees Group|TRANSEARCH International has recruited Tony Grilli as chief financial officer and Patrick Howard as vice president of product management for Jenne, Inc. Mr. Grilli comes to Jenne with a diverse financial leadership background in multinational companies as well as experience in family-owned and distributor environments. Mr. Howard’s background is comprised of a solid
AESC Names Eight New Members
The Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) has accepted eight new executive search firms into AESC membership, including Clarey/Napier International; Eblinger & Partner Personal- und Managementberatungs GmbH; Harris Search Associates; Head Hunters International; Matthew Wood Search (MWS); People Assets Consultoria em Recursos Humanos Ltda; PAC Executive; and The Nautical Group. Clarey/Napier International is a Houston-based
