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Seasonal Hiring Cycles in Life Sciences: A Global Playbook for Getting Talent Timing Right
In MedTech, hiring isn’t a flat line—it’s a waveform. Budgets refresh, regulatory clocks tick, trials start and stop, surgeries surge or stall, and supply chains ripple with global events. As an executive recruiter dedicated exclusively to this sector, Legacy MedSearch‘s Paula Rutledge has the job to help leaders ride those waves rather than get swamped
Academic Search at Closing Stages of President Search for Valparaiso University
Education-focused executive recruiter Academic Search was recently selected by Valparaiso University to lead in its search for a new president. President José Padilla will retire on December 31, 2025, at the conclusion of his contract. Senior consultants Pamela Balch, Mike Maxey, and search manager Penny Gibbons are leading the assignment. “Over the past month, the presidential search committee
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
Implementing DEI: A Strategic Necessity for Executive Leaders
As the Chinese proverb goes, the journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. For many organizations today, busy dealing with economic uncertainty, inflation, and countless other constant challenges, achieving diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) can feel like a thousand-mile journey, according to a recent study from global leadership advisory and executive search
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
Caldwell Partners Adds Partner to Industrial and Venture Capital Practices
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has added R. Todd Bennett as a partner in the industrial and venture capital practices. Based in Dallas, Mr. Bennett focuses on recruiting senior executives in the transportation, distribution and logistics industry, as well as senior operators at private equity- and venture-backed companies. His 20-plus years of
Amrop Adds Eight Partners in EMEA and Asia
Amrop has added eight partners and consultants within its global partnership of executive search professionals. They include: Sam Aston, partner – Malmö; Dan Chan, associate partner – Hong Kong; Gregor Frey, partner – Zurich; Bob de Groot, partner – Amsterdam; Hedda Hanke, managing director – Duesseldorf; J.Y. Hong, senior partner – Seoul; Ott Karolin, partner
AIMS International Names VP of EMEA
Peter Barkhurst, partner at AIMS International Germany, has been appointed as vice president of EMEA. Mr. Barkhurst has over 25 years of international leadership experience in the German Air Force and in human resources management in the industrial environments of drives, automation, material handling and healthcare before joining AIMS International in 2007. “AIMS International Germany
ChampionScott Partners Completes Search for Viewpoint
ChampionScott Partners has placed Bruce Kenny as vice president of global product development at Viewpoint. Mr. Kenny joins Viewpoint from WebTrends, where he served in a number of technology leadership roles, most recently as CTO and EVP of products. Viewpoint is a provider of innovative software solutions and services to the global construction industry. ChampionScott
Spectrum Fills HR Position for Kaspersky Lab
Executive recruiter Spectrum has recruited Louise Brunhoj as the new HR director for Europe at Kaspersky Lab. Previously, Ms. Brunhoj spent over six years at TradeDoubler, serving as its human resources director. Kaspersky Lab is headquartered in Moscow and is the world’s largest privately-held cyber security company. Based in London, Spectrum operates on an international
Heidrick & Struggles Adds Senior Advisor
Heidrick & Struggles International has named Bill Hudson as a senior advisor to the firm's trade association practice. He will be based in Washington, D.C. Mr. Hudson served as president and CEO of the Global Cold Chain Alliance (GCCA), a partnership of organizations dedicated to the distribution of food commodities worldwide. "Bill's years of experience
Preston & Partners Names Managing Director in Charlotte
Preston & Partners has appointed Jeff O’Hanlon as a managing director in its Charlotte office. With 25 years of HR experience, Mr. O’Hanlon formerly served as vice president of talent acquisition of Belks Department Stores. Gary Preston, founder and CEO of Preston & Partners, said: “We feel very fortunate to add someone like Jeff to
Signium International Opens Office in Amsterdam
Signium International has announced the establishment of a new firm in the Netherlands to be led by managing director, Peter de Jong. Signium’s EMEA regional speaker and board director, Martin McEvoy, said: “We are very happy that Peter de Jong has agreed to join us to head up Signium’s 50th office, to be based out
Buller Group Completes Digital Marketing Search for WorldStrides
The Buller Group, a human capital services and recruiting firm, has placed Meg Thompson as senior director of digital marketing at WorldStrides. Ms. Thompson was previously a senior search specialist with Neo@Ogilvy of Ogilvy and Mather. Founded in 1964 and headquartered in Charlottesville, VA, WorldStrides is the largest educational travel organization in the U.S. and
Spencer Stuart to Lead CEO Search for Arctic Cat
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been retained by Arctic Cat Inc. to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. Christopher A. Twomey, board chair, is currently serving as interim CEO. Arctic Cat designs, engineers, manufactures and markets all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), side-by-sides and snowmobiles under the Arctic Cat brand name, as well
Brooke Chase Associates Completes Search for Rinnai America
Executive recruiter Brooke Chase Associates, Inc. has placed Raul Guerrero as business development manager for Rinnai America. Mr. Guerrero’s most recent position was as sales leader, Trane residential & light commercial systems with Ingersoll Rand. Rinnai America Corporation is a global leader in innovative plumbing products and heating solutions. Founded in 1980, Brooke Chase Associates
Slayton Search Partners Adds New Principal
Chicago-based executive search firm Slayton Search Partners has named Charles Southwick as a principal. Mr. Southwick has conducted searches across a range of organizations including Fortune 500 and private equity backed firms within the food & beverage, manufacturing, insurance, health care, software and technology, and energy industries. These searches include recruiting C-level executives, vice presidents
BIE Executive Adds Consultant
Search firm BIE Executive has added James Wilson as a consultant on its finance team. Mr. Wilson joins the firm from Kennedy Pearce Consulting, where he worked with a number of clients, from SMEs to FTSE listed businesses. Prior to that he worked for Michael Page International. The appointment is the latest in a series
OI Partners and CareerNet International Form OI Global Partners
Talent management firms OI Partners Inc. and CareerNet International Ltd. (CNI) have entered into a formal alliance to jointly operate as OI Global Partners. The alliance will strengthen the career transition programs and executive coaching service capacities of both organizations through its 225 offices in 28 countries. The alliance specializes in career transition programs, outplacement
Storbeck/Pimentel Leads President Search for FSU
Executive search firm Storbeck/Pimentel & Associates has been retained by Florida State University to assist in its search for a new president. Florida State is a space-grant and sea-grant public research university located in the state capital city of Tallahassee. Storbeck/Pimentel is a minority and female owned search firm specializing in executive recruitment services to
Korn Ferry Adds Partner in New York
Korn Ferry has named Jeff Summer as a senior partner in its New York office. Mr. Summer joins Korn Ferry from his most recent role as an independent consultant working with clients to implement strategy, design organizations and develop talent. Previously, he served as a partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), where he initiated the build-out of
Lucas Group Makes Promotions
Search firm Lucas Group has made recent promotions of three of its associates. Meredith Graham, accounting & finance in Los Angeles, is promoted from executive search consultant to senior executive search consultant. Jeff Cousens, sales & marketing in Atlanta, goes from senior executive search consultant to senior partner. Jack Hosterman, who focuses on military transition
