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Solomon Page Assists Presbyterian Health Plan with President Search
New York City headquartered executive search firm Solomon Page has recruited Heather Thiltgen as the new of president of Presbyterian Health Plan at Presbyterian Healthcare Services. The national search was led by Marc Gouran, the managing director and global practice leader at Solomon Page Healthcare. She will replace Tony Hernandez as president of Presbyterian’s insurance division. “This search reinforces our deep
Acertitude Recruits Chief Revenue Officer for The Vomela Companies
Acertitude has placed John Biscanti as the new chief revenue officer of The Vomela Companies. The search was led by co-founder and managing partner, Kevin O’Neill with support from Lauren Boone, and Katie Martin. In his role, Mr. Biscanti is responsible for driving revenue growth by aligning the company’s sales, marketing, and pricing strategies. Before joining Vomela, he
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.
True Launches Forensic Referencing Offering
Global executive talent platform True has launched True Forensic Referencing, a new executive intelligence capability designed to help investors, boards, and executive teams make more informed leadership decisions before high-stakes investments, new business relationships, and governance milestones. The firm named Christopher Jaros as partner to build and lead the offering. This expands True’s executive intelligence platform, complementing the firm’s executive
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?
Long Ridge Partners Appoints Director
New York City-based Long Ridge Partners has named Chrissie Shin as director. “Please join us in congratulating Chrissie Shin on her promotion to director,” Long Ridge Partners said in a LinkedIn post. “Chrissie’s expertise, dedication, and leadership have made her an invaluable member of the Long Ridge team. This well-earned promotion reflects the impact she’s made across
Navigating the Search for Tomorrow’s HBCU Leaders
Leadership searches at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) are becoming increasingly complex as boards weigh institutional legacy against rapidly changing demands on presidents. Executive search firms are being asked to identify candidates who can balance mission, financial stewardship, fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and long-term strategy while navigating a more uncertain higher education environment. For HBCUs,
Egon Zehnder Called in by CAAT Pension Plan for CEO Search
Leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder has been selected by the board of trustees of CAAT Pension Plan to lead in its search for its next chief executive officer. This follows the departure of longtime CEO and plan manager Derek Dobson, who recently resigned. The search will focus on leaders who can combine strategic vision with operational discipline,
The National Airlines Council of Canada Retains Odgers to Lead Search for CEO
Odgers was recently retained by the National Airlines Council of Canada (NACC) to lead in its search for a new president and CEO. Jeff Morrison has informed the board of his intention to retire. He will continue to lead the association until a successor is appointed to ensure a seamless transition of leadership. To support the
PierceGray Expands Staff with New Vice President
PierceGray has expanded with the addition of Kara Hennessey as vice president in the firm’s finance practice. She will be based in the New York office. “PierceGray is excited to welcome Kara Hennessey to the team as our newest vice president,” the firm said in a LinkedIn post. “Kara brings almost 10 years of executive search
The ExeQfind Group Forms Alliance with Aspire HR Consultants
The ExeQfind Group has formed a strategic partnership with Aspire HR Consultants – Middle East, an executive search and leadership advisory firm covering the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) from offices across Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar. “Partnering with Aspire HR Consultants represents a significant step in strengthening our international capabilities,” said Warren
Private Equity Faces Growing Leadership Succession Risks
Private equity firms are placing greater emphasis on leadership planning as talent availability becomes an increasingly important factor in value creation. For executive search firms, that shift is expanding the mandate beyond filling immediate vacancies to helping sponsors identify succession risks, build deeper leadership pipelines, and prepare portfolio companies for transition well before a critical
Cook Silverman Search Tapped by EPACANDO to Help Find New Executive Director
Greenbrae, CA-based Cook Silverman Search was recently retained by East Palo Alto Community Alliance and Neighborhood Development Organization (EPACANDO) to lead in its search for a new executive director. Current executive director Duane Bay is planning to retire. The non-profit seeks an experienced, community-centered executive director to lead the organization into its next chapter: Building the capacity
RH Perry & Associates Retained by Skagit Valley College for President Search
RH Perry & Associates has been selected by Skagit Valley College (SVC) to lead in its search for a new president. The assignment is being led by senior consultant Sue DeWine and and Paul G. Doeg, president and chief operating officer. The president will strengthen the College’s ‘One College’ approach by enhancing coordination across the Mount Vernon and Whidbey
Modern Executive Solutions Names Managing Director
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Matheus Furlan as managing director. “Matheus brings a global perspective to leadership development, with experience helping executives and teams navigate change, build self-awareness, and lead more effectively across cultures and business contexts,” Modern said in a LinkedIn post. “His background as a master coach, facilitator,
HiBob Secures Funding to Drive AI-powered Enterprise
Tel Aviv-based HR tech platform HiBob has announced an investment led by Salesforce with additional participation from Farallon. This marks a key milestone in HiBob’s evolution from a modern HR platform into an organizational intelligence layer for modern businesses. The investment reflects a shared belief that trusted workforce data and organizational context will become critical infrastructure for the AI-powered enterprise.
The M&A Predictions That Shaped 2026
Ansarada’s 2026 Global M&A Predictions Report brought together 26 dealmakers from the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Australia, and New Zealand around four central expectations: M&A would remain resilient despite uncertainty, interest-rate relief could unlock activity, energy and technology would attract capital while consumer sectors lagged, and AI would become increasingly important to both asset
Korn Ferry Posts Q1 Fiscal-Year 2027 Revenues of $756.5 Million
Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) has posted Q1 fiscal-year 2027 revenues of $756.5 million, an increase of seven percent year-over-year with growth in all regions. This marks the firm’s sixth consecutive quarter of top line growth. The growth was led by double digit growth in search and workforce solutions of 10 percent and 11 percent, respectively.In addition, first
AGB Search Seeking University of Illinois System President
The University of Illinois Board of Trustees has tapped Washington, D.C.-based recruitment firm AGB Search to lead in its search for the University of Illinois System president. Roderick McDavis, Sally Mason and Garry W. Owens are leading the assignment. The president will lead the system into the next era of higher education with strategic vision, effective and authentic communication, and a
CarterBaldwin Assists AdelFi With Chief Innovation and Technology Officer Search
CarterBaldwin Executive Search has assisted in the recruitment of Cameron Forbes as chief innovation and technology officer of AdelFi, a division of Christian Community Credit Union. His appointment is a key piece of AdelFi’s strategy investing in enhanced cybersecurity and regulatory readiness, scaled digital channels for engagement and accessibility, and improved personalized, digitally enabled member experiences. Associate partner
Wilson Appoints Chief Marketing Officer
Global talent solutions provider Wilson has named Spiro Papanicolaou as chief marketing officer. Reporting directly to CEO Jean-Francois Vezina, Mr. Papanicolaou will lead Wilson’s global marketing and revenue operations, with accountability for go-to-market strategy, demand generation, brand, and commercial performance across the business. “As we continue shaping the future of Wilson, marketing leadership will be critical to how
The New Finance Reality: Managing Capital Regimes, Not Just Cycles
Energy CFOs are navigating a changing financial landscape in which access to capital is becoming as important as movements in commodity markets. As public markets, private capital, infrastructure investors, project finance, and incentive-driven structures increasingly operate under different expectations, finance leaders are being asked to manage a far more fragmented environment. According to The Energists,
SPMB Recruits Chief AI and Data Officer for Ford Motor Company
SPMB Executive Search has placed Mano Mannoochahr as chief AI and data officer of Ford Motor Company. Managing partner Mike Doonan led the assignment. “Few leaders bring Mano’s combination of modern AI expertise, experience operating at enormous enterprise scale, and deep industrial grounding,” Mr. Doonan said. “That made him uniquely suited to help Ford translate the potential
Isaacson, Miller Assists Folger Shakespeare Library with CFO Search
Boston-based Isaacson, Miller has assisted in the recruitment of Wendy Lin as the new CFO of Folger Shakespeare Library. Dan Rodas led the search with Stephanie Simon, and Robin Dougherty. Her arrival coincides with the start of strategic planning at the nearly 100-year-old organization, and she will guide financial analysis and operational execution under the leadership of Folger director Farah Karim-Cooper. Ms. Lin
Coulter Partners Places Chief Marketing Officer for NRG Therapeutics
Life sciences recruiting specialist Coulter Partners has recruited Claus Sundgreen as chief medical officer of NRG Therapeutics Ltd. Managing partner Kay Wardle led the assignment. “NRG was seeking a rare combination of clinical development expertise, neuroscience leadership, and deep knowledge of ALS. Our search focused on identifying leaders with a proven track record of advancing innovative therapies through critical
Flatiron Search Partners Appoints Partner
Flatiron Search Partners (FSP) has expanded with the addition of Dan Rubin as partner. “Dan works with clients across the consumer landscape to place the right leaders in the right roles at the right time,” Flatiron Search Partners said in a LinkedIn post. “He brings deep experience in retail and consumer goods, with particular expertise placing general
The Counteroffer Problem: What C-Suite Leaders Need to Know
Executive search assignments can unravel at the finish line for reasons that have little to do with candidate quality or cultural fit. Counteroffers have become an increasingly important consideration for search consultants and their clients as companies compete to retain proven senior leaders in a tight talent market. For organizations pursuing C-suite talent, understanding a
Furst Group Assists the American Society for Clinical Pathology with CEO Search
Furst Group, which serves the healthcare and insurance industries, has assisted in the recruitment of Alexandra Brown as CEO of the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) following her successful tenure as interim CEO over the past year. The selection was made after a national search and based on the recommendation from a search committee
BroadView Talent Partners Recruits President and CEO for Baltimore Community Lending
Following a comprehensive national search led by BroadView Talent Partners, Baltimore Community Lending, Inc. (BCL) has hired Calvin Gladney as president and CEO. Tracy McMillan, Robyn Quinn, and Donna Young led the assignment. He succeeds longtime Watchen Harris-Bruce, whose leadership has strengthened BCL’s position as a leading community development financial institution (CDFI) dedicated to expanding access to capital and creating
U.S. Adds 162,000 Jobs in August as Unemployment Holds at 4.1 Percent
Employment increased by 162,000 in August as the U.S. unemployment rate remained unchanged at 4.1 percent, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. The number of unemployed people, at 7.0 million, changed little in August. Among the major worker groups, the unemployment rate for people who are Asian declined to 3.2 percent in August.
Spencer Stuart’s U.S. Board Index: Shift to Specialized Leadership and Diversity Milestone in S&P 500 Boards
Spencer Stuart’s 39th annual U.S. Board Index reveals that 59 percent of the 406 new independent directors appointed to S&P boards in 2024 possess chief executive or financial expertise, highlighting a shift towards specialized leadership amid low boardroom turnover. Despite this, the report emphasizes the need for boards to embrace proactive refreshment strategies to stay
Boyden Recruits New CEO for Port of Long Beach
Boyden has placed Jon Slangerup as chief executive officer of the Port of Long Beach. The search was led by managing directors Tim McNamara and Peter Santora. Mr. Slangerup is the former president of FedEx Canada. The Port of Long Beach is one of the world’s premier seaports, a primary gateway for trans-Pacific trade. Boyden
CTPartners Adds Partner In Consumer, Retail And Hospitality Practice
CTPartners Executive Search Inc. has added Laurence Vallaeys as a partner in its consumer, retail and hospitality practice. Based in London, Ms. Vallaeys partners with global clients in the FMCG, hotel, restaurants, fast food and travel sectors to identify, track and recruit senior leadership with a focus on U.K. and European markets. She was previously
PRAXI ALLIANCE Member Prosia Executive Search Adds Partners
PRAXI ALLIANCE member Prosia Executive Search Oy has added Teemu Tiainen as a partner. Mr. Tiainen has over 10 years of experience in the special goods trade and management consulting. He formerly served as a partner at InHunt Group. “We are focused on building strength in the Nordic region, as seen by our recent addition
HireBetter Extends Interim Services
Retained executive search firm HireBetter has expanded its services by adding an interim services division and acquiring bkoAustin, an Austin-based interim services and staffing firm specializing in providing companies with professionals on an interim or project basis for CFO and CIO positions. Brian O’Neil, bkoAustin president, will remain with HireBetter as vice president of interim
JobfitMatters Leading COO Search for World Vision
Executive recruiter JobfitMatters has been selected by World Vision to lead in its search for a new chief operating officer. Tommy Thomas, Rob Stevenson, and Laura Coverstone are handling the assignment. World Vision U.S. is one of the largest Christian aid organizations in the world, with more than $1 billion in annual revenues. JobfitMatters is
SpenglerFox Names Practice Group Leader in Istanbul
Executive search firm SpenglerFox has added Gokan Ozden in Istanbul as practice group leader for the firm’s consumer sector and human capital solutions services. Mr. Ozden formerly work for Aon Hewitt as a rewards consultant. After working four years in that role, he took employee engagement consulting responsibility and continued for another two years. In
RP International Acquires Aero Appointments
Global specialist telecoms and technology recruitment consultancy RP International has acquired Aero Appointments, executive search and permanent recruitment specialists within the aviation sector. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. With expertise in deploying resources to manage major transformation programs, systems implementation, expansion and upgrades across the Aviation industry, RP International’s acquisition of Aero
Hanover Search Group Names Senior Consultant
London-based Hanover Search Group has appointed Ari Zastawna as a senior consultant. Ms. Zastawna was previously with Hays Insurance where she gained insurance recruitment experience initially being responsible for placing underwriting, claims and broking professionals. At Hanover, she will focus on senior and strategic underwriting & claims assignments across U.K. insurance client base. She will
Witt/Kieffer Finds President And CEO For The Montana State University Alumni Foundation
Executive recruiter Witt/Kieffer has recruited Christopher D. Murray as the new president and chief executive officer of The Montana State University Alumni Foundation. The search was led by consultant Jennifer Biehn and senior associate Mercedes Vance. Mr. Murray was most recently vice president for university advancement at the University of Idaho. “We are proud to
SEARCH Group Partners Retained by Utah State Board of Education
SEARCH Group Partners (SGP) has been selected by the Utah State Board of Education to lead in its search for a new state superintendent of public instruction. Dr. Martell Menlove, the current state superintendent, announced his retirement in March. Connie Linardakis-Spyropoulos, managing director at Search Group Partners, is handling the assignment. State board member Jefferson
Korn Ferry Names Partner in Global Logistics and Transportation Services Practice
Korn Ferry has named Kenneth Bloom as senior client partner in its global logistics and transportation services practice. He will be based in the firm's New York office. He joins Korn Ferry from INTTRA, Inc., a web portal for ocean-containerized freight, where he served as CEO and as a member of the board of directors.
Remtec Search and Selection and Talentmark Form Medtec Executive Talent
Remtec Search and Selection and Talentmark have launched a new partnership bringing together the skills and expertise of both organizations to deliver the next generation of specialist and executive recruitment services to the global medical technology market. Known as Medtec Executive Talent, the new specialist service will make full use of Remtec’s knowledge of the
Diversified Search Finds CEO for the California Milk Advisory Board
Diversified Search has placed John D. Talbot as the new chief executive officer of the California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB). The search was led by managing director Julie Kanak. Mr. Talbot was most recently vice president of global market development for the Almond Board of California. CMAB was formed in 1969 as an instrumentality of
Braswell Nees Group |TRANSEARCH International Fills Positions for Jenne, Inc.
Braswell Nees Group|TRANSEARCH International has recruited Tony Grilli as chief financial officer and Patrick Howard as vice president of product management for Jenne, Inc. Mr. Grilli comes to Jenne with a diverse financial leadership background in multinational companies as well as experience in family-owned and distributor environments. Mr. Howard’s background is comprised of a solid
AESC Names Eight New Members
The Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) has accepted eight new executive search firms into AESC membership, including Clarey/Napier International; Eblinger & Partner Personal- und Managementberatungs GmbH; Harris Search Associates; Head Hunters International; Matthew Wood Search (MWS); People Assets Consultoria em Recursos Humanos Ltda; PAC Executive; and The Nautical Group. Clarey/Napier International is a Houston-based
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
