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A Look at Emerging Trends Affecting Leadership Teams Today
In 2023, the war for talent is accepted doctrine by boards and investors competing for human capital. The demands of new technologies, digital transformation, and trillions in capital funding have, for decades, outpaced the supply of capable leadership. Nowhere is this more true than among technology executives tasked with driving innovation from the C-suite, according
Nexus Search Partners Places Chief Diversity Officer for RAND Corp.
Nexus Search Partners, an executive search and advisory firm in Charlotte, NC, has placed Rekha Chiruvolu as chief diversity officer for the non-profit Rand Corp., the Santa Monica, CA based research group. “We’re thrilled to have partnered with RAND Corp. to locate its next chief diversity officer,” said the search firm. “Rekha Chiruvolu joins the global
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.
Krauthamer & Associates Recruits CEO for Santa Cruz Metro
After a nationwide search attracting dozens of applicants, Krauthamer & Associates recently recruited Corey Aldridge as the new CEO of Santa Cruz Metro. His appointment came almost two months after former Metro CEO/general manager Michael Tree announced he would retire from the agency, less than two years after he assumed the role. Board chair Kristen
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?
DHR Global Names Vice Chairman
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has appointed Ayman Haddad as vice chairman. In his new role, Mr. Haddad will continue to play a pivotal role in DHR’s ongoing expansion across the Middle East and Africa, with a strategic focus on entering new growth markets, including Saudi Arabia. “Ayman’s elevation to vice chairman is a testament to
Navigating Opportunities in Changing Tides for the Non-Profits in 2024
In the fabric of our society and global economy, non-profit organizations have long been the stitching that binds community care and human altruism. However, in 2024, a new report from ExecSearches.com’s F. Jay Hall says that as dynamic shifts continue to alter the socio-economic landscape, the non-profit sector finds itself at a pivotal juncture, brimming
Eastward Partners Recruits CEO for Living Earth – Mulch, Compost, Soils
New York-based Eastward Partners has assisted in the recruitment of Manny Rodriguez as the new CEO of Living Earth – Mulch, Compost, Soils in Dallas, TX. The search was led by Brett Vecchio and Lonia Zylberman. “Eastward Partners is pleased to announce the appointment of Manny Rodriguez as chief executive officer for Living Earth – Mulch, Compost, Soils,” the search firm
RMN Electi Fills Top Marketing Post for the Foundation to Combat Antisemitism
As business becomes more global and complex, and power shifts from producers of goods and services to consumers, top marketing executives’ responsibility of planning and coordinating an organization’s marketing activities has become much more challenging, according to recruiters specializing in the function. A past DHR Global study found that the companies that have reputations for
WittKieffer Seeking CHRO for Texas Tech
A number of universities have recently turned to search firms to find new chief human resources officers. Oak Brook-IL-based WittKieffer was recently selected by Texas Tech University to lead in its search for a new CHRO. Ryan Crawford and Luis Bertot are leading the assignment. The school seeks an CHRO to lead the institution’s efforts to redefine human
Wilton & Bain Opens Office in Dubai
Wilton & Bain recently opened a new office in Dubai. “We are delighted to announce the opening of our new office in Dubai,” said David Heron, CEO. “We will serve clients across the Middle East and North Africa, with further announcements to follow of our new managing partner who will be leading Wilton & Bain
Creating a Winning M&A Leadership Team
What makes a merger or acquisition a success? It all starts with having the right leaders in place. Research shows that strong leaders predict M&A strategy success and specific competencies are associated with high-performing deals. The right leadership team is so critical because they have a big job on their hands: ensuring executive alignment, setting the
Aspen Leadership Group Leading Chief Development Officer Search for the Pittsburgh Public Theater
Aspen Leadership Group, an executive search firm that specializes in recruiting top talent for philanthropic organizations, has been called in by the Pittsburgh Public Theater to lead in its search for a new chief development officer. Jeanette Rivera-Watts is leading the assignment. Reporting to the managing director and partnering closely with the artistic director, the
The New York Society for Ethical Culture Taps Development Guild DDI to Find New Leader
Non-profit specialist recruitment firm Development Guild DDI has been retained by the New York Society for Ethical Culture (the Society) to lead in its search for a new executive director. Senior vice president and principal Tracy Marshall is leading the assignment. Reporting to the Society’s board of trustees and working in close collaboration with clergy
Lindauer Appoints Leader of the Independent School Practice
Lindauer has named Jackie Sullivan as senior vice president and leader of the independent school practice. “Jackie consistently drives client success by providing strategic counsel that is equally focused on tactical implementation and big-picture visionary thinking,” said Deb Taft, CEO of Lindauer. “By tuning her approach to the ambitious goals of her clients, she has
StevenDouglas Names VP, Technology Executive Search
Executive search firm StevenDouglas has appointed Matthew Richards as vice president, technology executive search. “What sets Matthew apart is his strategic and detailed approach to executive search,” StevenDouglas said. “Rather than solely focusing on finding candidates, Matthew delves deep into understanding organizational dynamics and talent requirements, collaborating closely with the C-suite to build transformational leadership teams. This
Here’s How PE Firms Can Reduce Talent Churn and Produce Better Leaders
Participants in the ninth annual PE leadership survey conducted by AlixPartners generally agree that the most important thing they can do to achieve the financial results they demand is to pay attention to leadership and talent. For PE firms, which prioritize C-suite leadership, and portcos, which emphasize talent at all levels, “the quality of leadership and succession
Egon Zehnder Retained by Bandhan Bank for CEO Search
Financial services organizations, generally, are facing a new competitive landscape, regulatory challenges and a constant struggle to manage cost and efficiency. This requires strategic leaders, both men and women, with a multidimensional skill-set and competencies that often go above and beyond any typical job description. But there’s a big problem: In most countries, while women
Evolve Giving Group Seeking CEO for the Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte
The economic strength of the non-profit field has increased in recent years and it is now the third largest employer in the U.S. This has certainly kept search firms busy. Chicago-based executive search firm Evolve Giving Group was recently retained by the Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte to lead in its search for a new
The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board Using Sterling Martin to Find New CEO
Sterling Martin Associates, an executive search firm which specializes in recruiting talent for associations and other non-profit organizations, has been tapped by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB) to lead in its search for a new CEO. Under the direction of the Certification Commission, the CEO makes recommendations and participates with the
Remofirst Secures $25 Million in Funding
Remofirst, a San Francisco-based employer-of-record provider, has closed a $25 million series A funding round. The round was led by Octopus Ventures, a London-based venture capital firm, with participation by existing investors QED, Mouro Capital and Counterpart Ventures. Remofirst says that the funds will go toward new products and services as well as to bring
5 Essential Aspects of an AI-Ready Corporate Culture
The recent buzz around AI has brought a great deal of hope and excitement to organizations, particularly in the last few years. However, reflecting on the progress of other “digital transformations” over the past many years should give executives reason to pause. For example, one study on big data showed that while corporate investment in data
BarkerGilmore Fills Legal Post for Bragg Companies
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has recruited Chris Connelly as the new vice president and director of legal for Bragg Companies in Long Beach, CA. The search was led by Max Gelernter, managing director of BarkerGilmore. “Chris’s unique blend of legal expertise spanning over two decades and his immersion in the construction industry
Academic Career & Executive Search Seeking CHRO for Washtenaw Community College
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) was recently retained by Washtenaw Community College in Ann Arbor, MI, to lead in its search for a new chief human resources officer. The search is being led by managing partner Jennifer Muller. Reporting to the president and serving on the president’s executive leadership team, the CHRO is responsible for integrating human
Protis Global Appoints VPs of Business Development
Protis Global has expanded with the addition of Samantha Marino Parker as vice president of business development for food and beverage, and Cliff Hall as vice president of business development for automation and robotics. “Samantha and Cliff bring invaluable experience fitting within the Protis Global framework nicely,” said Bert Miller, CEO of Protis Global. “Their appointments underscore our commitment
Diversified Search Group Expands Education Practice
Diversified Search Group (DSG), a leading search firm backed by private equity firm ShoreView Industries, has named Jennifer Mason as a managing director in its education practice. “We’re thrilled to have Dr. Mason join our esteemed team of experts, especially at a time when the dynamics of leadership in higher education are rapidly evolving,” said Aileen
Private Equity In Hot Pursuit Of Chief AI Officers With Strategic Vision
AI has been increasingly buzzy in the past year as companies try to understand the potential benefits it can bring – from ringing out more efficiency in the workplace and streamlining decision-making, to improving employee productivity monitoring. Now, President Joseph R. Biden Jr. has just announced a policy to help government agencies harness its power and mitigate
Diversified Search Group | Koya Partners Selected by Newfields a Place for Nature & The Arts to Find New Leader
Koya Partners, a part of Diversified Search Group, has been retained by the Newfields a Place for Nature & The Arts to lead in its search for a new president and CEO. Tiara D. Muse, managing associate, is leading the assignment. Newfields is in a pivotal moment of growth and evolution and is seeking a dynamic and visionary CEO to
NU Advisory Partners Assists Sigma7 with Chief Technology Officer Search
Executive search firm NU Advisory Partners has assisted in the recruitment of Andy Simpson-Pirie as chief technology officer of Sigma7 in New York City. Mr. Simpson-Pirie has a technology career spanning 25 years across a spectrum of early-stage, growth-phase, and large global corporations. Over that time, he has established a track record of launching new products, leading acquisitions,
Assembly Group Partners with Employ to Recruit CEO
Austin, TX-based executive search firm Assembly Group has placed Steve Cox as the new CEO of Employ in Waltham, MA. He succeeds former CEO, Pete Lamson. “Congratulations to Steve Cox on his new role of chief executive officer at Employ,” Assembly said in a LinkedIn post. “It was a pleasure partnering with the Employ team, and we wish the
George Washington University Selects Education Executives to Find Next President
Leadership roles in today’s colleges and universities have become increasingly demanding and complex. Senior academic leaders must balance the needs of numerous constituents—needs that require a cross section of skills far beyond the traditional set of scholarly and research accomplishments. Those who lead today’s universities are CEOs of publicly scrutinized institutions with requirements to fundraise,
Positives Moves Appoints Roddy Gow as U.K. Office Head
Roddy Gow has been appointed as head the U.K. office of executive search firm Positive Moves. Mr. Gow was previously the CEO of Asia House, a non-profit, non-political organization, covering 42 Asian countries. “It is with great pleasure that I welcome Roddy to the Positive Moves family,” said Vibhav Dhawan, managing partner of Positive Moves
International Executive Search Federation Adds StratSearch
The International Executive Search Federation (IESF) has added StratSearch Asia as its partner for IESF Philippines. StratSearchAsia, which has been in business since 2003, is a retained executive search company in the Philippines serving global companies and large local conglomerates in sectors that include fast moving consumer goods, retail, media, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, logistics and supply
IIC Partners Adds Three New Board Members
IIC Partners has elected three new board members. Ruth Curran, a partner at MERC Partners in Dublin, will take responsibility for finance. Christoph von Nostitz, managing partner of Ising International Consulting in Munich, will assume responsibility for IIC Partners' research portfolio. Paul Po-Ping Lien, partner and general manager of PCI Executive Search Consultants, Beijing, joins
Human Capital Group Places CMO at Snyder’s-Lance
Brentwood, TN-based The Human Capital Group, Inc. has recruited John Konradt as the senior vice president and chief marketing officer at Snyder's-Lance, Inc. Mr. Konradt has over 30 years of marketing experience at Pillsbury, Coca-Cola North America and most recently with a rapidly growing entrepreneurial company in a multitude of marketing, sales and general management
Caldwell Partners Posts 10 Percent Revenue Drop
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has posted 2011 fourth quarter revenues of $9.37 million, down 10 percent compared to the prior year. Revenues generated in the U.S. represent 66 percent of the firm’s fees. "I am pleased by the great effort our team made this year, and by the results we are
The Carter Group Expands Internationally
Executive search firm The Carter Group has added Dr. Ralph Jauss and Maik Richter as partners. Dr. Jauss is based in Hamburg, Germany and will be partner for Northern Europe (DACH Region). He has worked in different management positions for companies in the transport industry, professional services as well as in the financial sector. In
Kelly Services Acquires Brazillian-Based Tradicao Tecnologia
Kelly Services, Inc. has acquired Tradicao Tecnologia e Servicos Ltda, a top national service provider in Brazil. The acquisition strengthens Kelly's presence in the Brazilian market, enabling the company to address the talent needs of clients and multinational organizations with operations in Brazil. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed. In addition to Tradicao's headquarter
The Dingman Company Recruits CEO for Christian Leadership Alliance
Executive search firm The Dingman Company, Inc. has placed Tami Heim as president and chief executive officer of Christian Leadership Alliance. Ms. Heim brings extensive leadership experience to this role including her service as president of Borders Inc., and as executive vice president and chief publishing officer of Thomas Nelson Inc. Christian Leadership Alliance (CLA)
Kenexa and LinkedIn Form Alliance
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has partnered with LinkedIn. Kenexa's integrations with LinkedIn support candidates throughout the job application process and enable recruiters to work faster, smarter and more effectively in managing these candidates. The new tools are being incorporated into future product releases from Kenexa. Eric Lochner, president,
Technology Can Be Ineffective in Job Searches
Lee Hecht Harrison (LHH), a talent management solutions company, has revealed new research providing insights into the most effective methods for finding a job in today's tough economy. Their research revealed that networking was the most effective resource for finding new work; searching through job boards was least effective. Lee Hecht Harrison analyzed job search
Amrop Fills Top Marketing Post for Remy Cointreau
Amrop Battalia Winston has placed Mark Breene as CMO at Rémy Cointreau USA. The search was led by chairwoman and CEO, Dale Winston and her partner Joseph Carideo. Mr. Breene previously served as vice president – rums, Captain Morgan, Parrot Bay, Myers, Zacapa of Diageo PLC since March 1999. Rémy Cointreau is one of the
Horton Establishes Office in Netherlands
Horton International has announced the establishment of its presence in the Netherlands. The firm’s Dutch office was originally founded in 1984 under the name of DeMan & Partners. The office’s client base is a representative reflection of the overall market, from top multinationals to expanding new companies. Among core business sectors served are industry and
Advorto Partners with Human Resources Innovation and Solutions
Advorto, a European vendor of recruitment management systems, has appointed the Philippines-based HR solutions provider Human Resource Innovations and Solutions, Inc. (“HURIS”) as its exclusive country partner in the Philippines and Vietnam. HURIS will now manage Advorto’s distribution partner program and will distribute and support Advorto’s systems in those territories. HURIS specializes in providing organizations
PageUp People Adds Industry Veteran
International talent management solutions provider, PageUp People, has added Nicholas Adams as senior vice president of sales for the EMEA region. Based in the PageUp People London office, Mr. Adams draws upon more than 10 years of talent management expertise in his new role. Previously, he was the managing director, EMEA for Workscape, an ADP
Signium Adds U.K.-Based Snowdon Tate to Network
Snowdon Tate has joined global recruiting network of U.K.-based Signium International. Snowdon Tate was co-founded by Beth Cauldwell, David Sneesby and Alastair Paton in 2004 with expertise in the retail & consumer sector, media & technology, industrial, transport, life sciences & health, defense, energy & environmental, private equity, and professional services. “As the number of
Key Recruit Merges with Ed Bertolas Associates
Key Recruit, Inc. has merged with executive recruiter Ed Bertolas Associates. Key Recruit will continue focusing on the search and selection of senior level management for the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotech, CRO, and medical device industries. Ed Bertolas Associates has been identifying qualified individuals in the orthopedic, medical device, biotechnology, pharmaceutical and bio pharmaceutical sectors since
Sanford Rose Recruits CEO for IDS
Sanford Rose Associates’ San Diego office has placed Dr. Peter Bambic as CEO and GM at Immunodiagnostic Systems, Inc. (IDS). Dr. Bambic joins IDS after serving most recently as CEO of Adaltis, Inc. IDS is a company producing diagnostic testing kits for the clinical and research markets and with a focus on manual and automated
Dice Posts 36 Percent Revenue Gain
Dice Holdings, Inc./(NYSE:DHX), a career website for technology and engineering professionals, has recorded revenues of $46.8 million, an increase of 36 percent from $34.4 million in the comparable quarter of 2010. The increase was driven by 31 percent revenue growth at Dice.com and 29 percent at eFinancialCareers. The firm earned $9.3 million, or 13 cents
ICIMS Grows Staff
iCIMS, a provider of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) talent acquisition solutions, has named Darren Ault as director of client relations and Trinh Bui as manager of enterprise client relations. Mr. Ault will manage a team of Client Relationship Directors (CRDs), who oversee customer accounts and are dedicated to user adoption and satisfaction. He has more than 17
The Judge Group Grows China Operations
The Judge Group, a recruiting services provider, has renamed its China-based talent solutions business of outsourcing services to Judge China. The firm provides staffing solutions including contract-to-hire and executive search, along with contingent workforce management software solutions and services to China-based enterprises. Currently, there are two Judge China offices in Beijing and Shanghai. “China is
Stanton Chase Adds New Consultant
Executive search firm Stanton Chase International has added Andrew Cheshire as a new consultant. Mr. Cheshire has over 15 years of experience in the executive search industry specializing in wealth management and banking. He formerly served as an associate at Highland Partners. Stanton Chase has 71 offices in 45 countries, offering services in Asia/Pacific, Europe,
DHR Completes Search for Belk
DHR International has placed Mark Chandler as executive vice president of operations for Belk, Inc. The search was led by Julia Eakes and Bob Marchant, both executive vice presidents and managing directors in Washington, D.C., and Los Angeles, respectively, with assistance from Janae Barker, senior associate, and Madeleine Day, associate. Prior to joining Belk, Mr.
Kenexa Acquires Batrus Hollweg
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has acquired Batrus Hollweg (BHI). BHI's talent management solutions, particularly in the hospitality sector, along with their extensive research on talent management best practices, will add to the company's existing research and content portfolio. Founded in 1969 in Frisco, Texas, BHI specializes in talent
America’s Job Exchange Partners with U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs
America's Job Exchange (AJE) has formed a joint partnership with the United States Department of Veteran Affairs, to provide comprehensive resources and job listings on VetSuccess.gov, a site for veterans. The joint venture creates a resource for veterans looking to transition from military service to the civilian workforce. “Veterans face higher unemployment rates than their
CTPartners Records Flat Growth for Q3 2011
CTPartners Executive Search Inc./(NYSE:CTP) posted second quarter 2011 net revenue of $30.3 million, a decrease of 0.3 percent from $30.4 million a year ago. There were 269 confirmed searches in the third quarter of 2011, a 1.1% increase compared to the third quarter of 2010. Productivity, defined as average annualized net revenue per executive search
Boyden Adds to London Office
Boyden has added Neil McKay as a new partner in the firm's London office. Mr. McKay will help to further develop Boyden's U.K. and European financial services practice, with particular emphasis in corporate and investment banking. His background includes mergers & acquisitions, equity capital markets and corporate broking & restructuring. Prior to joining Boyden, he
B.E. Smith Retained by Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Executive recruiting firm B.E. Smith has been selected by Lawrence Memorial Hospital to begin a national search for a new chief financial officer. Founded in 1921, Lawrence Memorial Hospital is a 173-bed hospital located in Lawrence, KA. Founded in 1978, B. E. Smith is a full-service leadership solutions firm for healthcare providers.
ZIPRecruiter Debuts One-Click Social Recruiting Solution
ZipRecruiter, a web-based service that enables employers to post to more than 20 of the web's leading job boards with one submission has announced the addition of a new one-click social recruiting feature. “We created ZipRecruiter to help hiring managers distribute their job listings to the maximum number of potential candidates in the minimum amount
Taleo Builds on JobPartners Acquisition
Taleo, a provider of on demand talent management solutions, has broadened its presence in Germany by expanding its facilities and staff in Taleo's Frankfurt offices and datacenter. The expansion efforts build on Taleo's July acquisition of Jobpartners, a move that doubled the company's European customer base and professional staff. “As social media and mobile technologies
Cook Associates Launches Board Services Practice
Chicago-based Cook Associates Executive Search has launched its board advisory services practice and named Thames Fulton as managing director. Based in Cook's Chicago headquarters, the board advisory unit will assist clients with board search, governance consulting, board analysis and assessment, development and succession planning. Mr. Fulton will lead the practice and serve as a board
Patino Associates Adds Executive Director
Patino Associates, an executive search firm specializing in the corporate communications, public affairs, investor relations and marketing functions, has added Jennifer Pennell as its executive director. She will also open the firm’s second office in San Diego. Ms. Pennell brings over a decade of experience served at Russell Reynolds Associates conducting senior level executive searches
