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TalentRise Recruits CEO for the Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park
After a national search, TalentRise has assisted in the recruitment of Brian Luallen as the new CEO of the Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park. “We are proud to have partnered with the board of directors at the Naval Park to identify a leader who will honor the park’s legacy while positioning it
McDermott + Bull Places CEO for Collective Waste Solutions and MWM Environmental
Irvine, CA-based McDermott + Bull has placed Ahmed Taha as CEO at Collective Waste Solutions (CWS) and MWM Environmental (MWM). The search was led by McDermott + Bull managing partner Paul Gibbons, principal Colin Dolson, principal Brittany Stansfield, and lead consultant, executive search + talent development Jennifer Ness. “Ahmed brings deep industry knowledge and grounded leadership style that aligns with our values
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
Heidrick & Struggles Posts 2.7 Percent Revenue Increase for Q2
Executive search, leadership consulting, and culture shaping services provider Heidrick & Struggles / (NASDAQ:HSII) has posted second quarter revenues of $278.6 million, a 2.7 percent increase compared to revenues of $271.2 million a year ago. The firm experienced revenue growth in On-Demand Talent, Heidrick Consulting, and Executive Search in the Americas and Asia Pacific, partially offset by a
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
Spencer Stuart Sees Rise in Digital Expert Hires
Global chief communications officers (CCOs) are increasingly adding digital and social media into their department oversight and responsibilities, according to The Rising CCO V, a survey conducted by Spencer Stuart and global public relations firm Weber Shandwick. CCOs report that compared to years past, they are hiring more digital and social media experts (73 percent)
DHR International Places CFO At Academy Of Television Arts & Sciences
DHR International has placed Heather Cochran as executive vice president and CFO of business operations at the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. The search was completed by Sean Scanlon, managing director in the firm’s Los Angeles office and global leader, media & entertainment practice group. Ms. Cochran previously served as managing director, academy museum,
AGB Search to Find Grand Rapids Community College Provost
Washington D.C.-based AGB Search has been selected by Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC) to lead in its search for a new provost. Former provost Gilda Gely left GRCC in May to serve as Aquinas College’s chief academic officer. Patti Trepkowski, GRCC’s associate provost and dean of instructional support, is serving as interim provost. AGB Search
Brooke Chase Associates Completes Search For Rinnai America
Executive recruiter Brooke Chase Associates, Inc. has placed Frank Windsor as general manager with Rinnai America. Mr. Windsor comes to Rinnai from Kohler Company where he spent the past 24 years. Most recently he served as vice president of sales at Plumbing America’s. Rinnai America Corporation is the leading brand in North America in the
DHR Names Managing Director In Los Angeles
DHR International has appointed Sean Scanlon as managing director of the firm’s Los Angeles office. Mr. Scanlon will lead the Southern California region in corporate target goals along with handling the office’s daily operations. He will also continue his role as global leader for the firm’s media & entertainment practice group. Mr. Scanlon has extensive
Korn Ferry Adds to Hospitality and Real Estate Practice
Korn Ferry has named Hoda Tahoun as a principal and member of the firm's travel, hospitality and leisure practice and its global real estate practice; she will be based in New York. Ms. Tahoun was previously a partner with Sousou Partners, a boutique executive search firm dedicated exclusively to the real estate, hospitality, and infrastructure
Oliver James Associates Adds Head of Finance
Financial services recruiter Oliver James Associates has added Graeme Edwards as its new head of finance. Mr. Graeme joins the firm from Deloitte’s Manchester office. He will be responsible for delivering financial insights to further the company’s strategic long term goals. “We are delighted to have Graeme on board; we have been growing steadily in
McCracken Executive Search Recruits Executive Director for ULI
McCracken Executive Search Inc. has placed Richard Joy as the new executive director of Washington, D.C.-based Urban Land Institute’s (ULI) Toronto District Council. Paul Weinberg, senior partner, led the assignment. Mr. Joy brings 20 years of urban leadership experience to his new role, across municipal and provincial government and the private sector. He formerly served
Buffkin Group Places CTO at Benefit Communications
Executive search firm The Buffkin Group has recruited Jason Roberts as chief technology officer of Benefit Communications. Mr. Roberts was previously senior enterprise architect at Aflac. Benefit Communications is considered an industry thought leader and one of the largest U.S. specialists in benefit communications and enrollment. The Buffkin Group is an executive search firm offering
The Mulsanne Partnership Strengthens Staff
Recruiting firm The Mulsanne Partnership has added Linda Dale, Mark Pepler and James Oxley to its staff. Ms. Dale becomes a partner with a focus on the asset management and technology search markets. She was previously director, global head of wealth and asset management, at Drayton Finch. Mr. Pepler will run Mulsanne’s technology search practice,
Stanton Chase Names Global Diversity Lead
Executive search firm Stanton Chase International has named Janne Moltke-Leth, a partner in its Copenhagen office, as its global diversity lead. Ms Moltke-Leth joined Stanton Chase in 2013 and has conducted searches in the commercial sector with a special focus on FMCG, transportation services and the design and lifestyle businesses. The Copenhagen office of Stanton
Executives Online Announces Reorganization
International interim management and executive recruitment company Executives Online has announced a number of organizational and operational changes in preparation for its next phase of strategic growth. Andrew Nicholas, previously a director, assumes the role of chief executive officer, with James O’Brien, also previously a director, taking on the role of chief operating officer. In
FaithSearch Partners Completes Two College President Searches
FaithSearch Partners has placed Dr. Kenneth Shaw as the new president of Southwestern Adventist University and Dr. Vinita Sauder as the president of Union College. Dr. Shaw currently serves as dean for academic program at the Panama City campus of Florida State University. Dr. Sauder is vice president for strategic initiatives at Southern Adventist University
Aplin Executive Leading CEO Search for SREDA
Aplin Executive has been selected by SREDA (Saskatoon Region Economic Development Authority) to lead its search for a new chief executive officer. Started in 1992, the Saskatoon Regional Economic Development Authority (SREDA) was one of the first independent economic development agencies to be started in Canada. Aplin Executive Search consultants find senior management and executives
