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Furst Group Tapped by PracticeWise for CEO Search
Executive recruitment firm Furst Group, which serves the healthcare and insurance industries, has been retained by PracticeWise to lead in its search for a new CEO to guide the company into its next phase of growth and impact. This is an exciting opportunity for a leader who shares that passion and is eager to help strengthen
Solomon Page Expands Accounting & Finance Practice
New York City headquartered executive search firm Solomon Page has expanded with the addition of Mark Fellinger as a managing director within its accounting & finance full-time practice. Based in Chicago, Mr. Fellinger’s addition represents a strategic expansion of the firm’s presence into the Midwest, with a focus on the greater Chicago area and surrounding suburbs, as well as Wisconsin,
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.
Bespoke Partners Appoints Leader of People and HR Practice
San Diego, CA-headquartered Bespoke Partners recently named Dani Pfeiffer as a partner leading the people and human resources leader recruiting practice serving both software and industrials sector companies. She will lead dedicated recruiting teams on searches for talent executives for private equity portfolio companies for the software and SaaS clients served by Bespoke Partners and industrial clients served by Industra Talent Partners,
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?
Wilson Forms New Alliance with Poetry to Advance AI capabilities
Global talent solutions provider Wilson has formed a new partnership with Poetry to strengthen its AI-enabled recruitment capabilities. The collaboration supports Wilson’s continued focus on embedding technology into its RPO delivery model through Wilson Workspace, its technology ecosystem. “We’re excited to announce our new partnership with Poetry,” said Charles Faigle, chief delivery officer at Wilson. This
What Executive Candidates Want From Employers Today
The executive talent market today has fundamentally shifted and senior leaders are evaluating employers through a far more demanding lens. They no longer weigh opportunities primarily on compensation or title; they assess the total leadership experience: governance, culture, organizational stability, purpose, autonomy, flexibility and long-term growth, according to a report from Kestria. “To attract and retain
WittKieffer Retained by Roosevelt University for President Search
Oak Brook, IL-based WittKieffer has been retained by Roosevelt University in Chicago to lead in its search for its seventh president. Ali Malekzadeh is retiring after being with the school since 2015. Senior partner Christine Pendleton, consultant Sandra Chu, senior associate Maya Holt-Brockenbrough, and senior advisor Ray Crossman. Roosevelt University seeks a student-centered president who is committed
Buffkin / Baker Acquires HR-Focused Benson Executive Search
Partner-led executive search firm Buffkin / Baker has acquired Boston, MA-based Benson Executive Search, a boutique firm focused on the human resources sector. Financial terms of deal were not disclosed. The acquisition strengthens Buffkin / Baker’s HR functional capabilities and gives the firm a stronger presence in the Northeast. “We’re thrilled to welcome Benson Executive Search to
SPMB Recruits Fills Senior Finance Position for Uber
Steven Popper of SPMB Executive Search has placed Wendy Drummond Craig as senior director, technical accounting, reporting, and M&A at Uber. In her new role, she will oversee teams responsible for technical accounting matters, SEC reporting, and accounting for mergers and acquisitions. “Wendy brings an extraordinary combination of technical accounting expertise, SEC reporting experience, and strategic advisory leadership
True Launches AI Capability Index for Executive Assessment
Global executive talent platform True has launched the True AI Capability Index, a proprietary framework that predicts executive performance in the AI-transformation age. “We are entering a phase where relationship depth and judgment matter more than ever,” said Brad Stadler, co-founder and CEO of True Platform. “The cost of finding names is decreasing. True’s advantage lies in our ability
AI-Native Talent Won’t Fix AI-Foreign Organizations
As artificial intelligence moves from experimentation to enterprise-wide adoption, organizations are grappling with a fundamental question: what does it actually mean to become AI-native? While the term has quickly entered the business lexicon, many leaders are still struggling to define the capabilities, operating models, and cultural shifts required to make that vision a reality. “Some
ZRG Partners Acquires Fortium
ZRG Partners has acquired Fortium, a Dallas-based search firm that provides fractional, interim, and project-based CIO, CTO, and CISO leadership. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. “Companies are making more nuanced decisions about leadership than they did even a few years ago, particularly in technology,” said Mark Viner, leader of interim solutions & project
Lochlin Partners Recruits SVP of HR for the National Association of Corporate Directors
Lochlin Partners has placed Marian Stevens as senior vice president, human resources of the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) in Washington, D.C. “Marian’s deep experience in talent development, organizational effectiveness, and culture will help NACD to continue building the internal capabilities needed to support our growth and deliver on our mission,” said Peter Gleason, president and CEO of
JDG Associates Tapped by Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute to Find New Leader
Rockville, MD-based executive search firm JDG Associates has been retained by the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) to lead its search for a new president and CEO. The Chicago-based institute, the leading technical institute and trade association for the precast, prestressed concrete industry in North America, seeks a visionary and collaborative executive to succeed its long-serving chief executive,
IIC Partners Adds New Member Firm in New Zealand
IIC Partners Executive Search Worldwide has added Auckland, New Zealand-based Infinitas as its newest member firm expanding its capabilities across the Asia-Pacific region. “I am thrilled to welcome Infinitas to IIC Partners,” said Christine Hayward, executive director of IIC Partners. Their people-first philosophy, tech-enabled search processes, and talent advisory capabilities deeply align with our mission to transform
Hiring for the Culture You Don’t Yet Have
For much of the past decade, organizations have invested heavily in strategy, technology and operational efficiency to navigate an increasingly complex business environment. Yet despite these investments, many transformation initiatives continue to fall short of expectations. The differentiator is rarely the strategy itself. More often, success depends on whether leadership teams have the right people
BoardWalk Consulting Leading CEO Search for Downtown Atlanta Inc.
BoardWalk Consulting has been tapped by Downtown Atlanta Inc. (DAI) to lead in its search for a CEO. The search is being led by Sam Pettway, Crystal Stephens, and Patti Kish. The organization is seeking a leader who can help define what the next generation of Downtown Atlanta will become. This is a leadership opportunity of unusual scale and
Peña Search Assists To Be Like Me with the Recruitment of Executive Director
Peña Search recently assisted in the recruitment of Lauren Rowe as the new executive for To Be Like Me (TBLM) in Dallas, TX. Travis Hillier, Carlos González Peña, and Thaise Pereira led the assignment. She replaces To Be Like Me founder Hollis Owens, who has served as executive director since 2018 and initiated the search for her replacement last
BroadView Talent Partners Tapped by Baltimore Community Lending for President/CEO Search
BroadView Talent Partners was recently retained by Baltimore Community Lending, Inc. (BCL) to lead in its search for a new president and CEO. Tracy McMillan, Robyn Quinn, and Donna Young are leading the assignment. The CEO is the strategic, operational, and external leader of Baltimore Community Lending, responsible for driving the organization’s next era of growth and
Allen Austin Launches Evidence-Based Leadership Assessment VantagePoint
Houston, TX-based search firm Allen Austin launch of VantagePoint, an evidence-based leadership assessment that helps organizations identify and develop high-potential leaders with greater clarity and confidence. VantagePoint is grounded in three decades of leadership advisory work and original research by Allen Austin chairman and CEO Rob Andrews. Over two years, Mr. Andrews interviewed more than 100 CEOs,
The CHRO’s New Mandate
Across industries, the organizational design structure has shifted from a traditional pyramid to an hourglass model. This is not a recent development, explained Slayton Search Partners’ John Doyle in a recent report. “Organizational efficiencies, increased technology and the first wave of Baby Boomer retirements began this transition nearly two decades ago,” he said. “Experienced leaders have been retiring. Internal pipelines have
AGB Search Recruits 11th President for Lewis University
Washington, D.C.-based recruitment firm AGB Search, which specializes in higher education leadership assignments, has helped to recruit Christopher Sindt as the 11th president of Lewis University. The Lewis University board of trustees recently announced that president David Livingston, will retire at the conclusion of the 2025–26 academic year. Melissa K. Trotta, Matthew J. Kilcoyne, and John Cech led the assignment. “After
Kincannon & Reed Assists CCI Prime with CFO Search
Kincannon & Reed (K&R), which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has assisted in the recruitment of Jamie Broad as CFO of CCI Prime, bringing on a seasoned finance leader to support the company’s next phase of growth. “Jamie’s ability to connect financial insights to operational realities makes her an exceptional
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
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.
Non-Profits Seek New Kinds of Leaders with Help from Search Firms
Executive search for the non-profit sector often mirrors broader hiring trends, with a distinct focus on leadership, strategic vision, and organizational impact. Recruiters say that non-profits, generally, are increasingly seeking executives and management teams who can provide strong leadership, articulate a compelling vision, and inspire stakeholders. Like most sectors, there is a growing emphasis on
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
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
