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CarterBaldwin Recruits President for Augusta Tech College
CarterBaldwin Executive Search has assisted in the recruitment of Kendricks D. Hooker as the new president of Augusta Tech College. Partner Bill Peterson and associate partner Scott Tanksley led the assignment. “Dr. Hooker is an accomplished leader with a proven record of advancing student outcomes and building strong academic programs,” said Greg Dozier, commissioner of The Technical College System
Kingsley Gate Launches IGNYTE AI
Private equity-backed Kingsley Gate has launched IGNYTE AI, a solution that combines proprietary AI technology with decades of executive search expertise. “IGNYTE AI disrupts the old trade-off between quality and speed,” said JL Baker, who leads IGNYTE AI. “We’ve developed IGNYTE AI to challenge traditional recruiting by combining our proprietary native AI platform with decades of executive
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.
Why PE-Backed Companies Need a Talent Operating System
PE-backed companies rarely underperform because they lack urgency. They underperform because they fail to translate strategy into talent with enough precision, according to a recent report from Keith Johnstone, vice president of marketing at Talentfoot Executive Search. “In our experience leading executive searches for PE-backed businesses, the real breakdown usually happens before a search begins,
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?
Acertitude Recruits Head of Cybersecurity/CISO for Adevinta Spain
Acertitude has assisted in the recruitment of Xavi Bertomeu as head of cybersecurity and chief information security officer for Adevinta Spain, an EQT portfolio company. The search was led by partners, Eliza Baker and Tim Cook with support from Finty Hunter and Hannah Elwiss. Mr. Bertomeu brings more than a decade of experience in cybersecurity,
Anthem Executive | Anthem Academics Seeking Director of Athletics Texas A&M International University
Athletic directors are playing an increasingly vital role at colleges and universities across the country. With the expansion of athletic departments and, for the larger schools, the infusion of big dollars for sports, more schools have turned to search firms when such positions become open. Too much is at stake, they feel, to go at
Reducing Risk Through Informed Executive Search
As organizations face increasing pressure to make the right leadership decisions, executive search is becoming less about simply filling senior roles and more about reducing risk of a bad hire through better information, stronger alignment, and a deeper understanding of the leadership market. Companies are increasingly seeking search partners that can provide strategic insight before
Rokos Group Seeking CHRO for Keck Medicine of USC
Newport Beach, CA-based executive search firm Rokos Group has been retained by Keck Medicine of USC to lead in its search for a new chief human resources officer. The CHRO will serve as a strategic executive leader responsible for recommending, developing, implementing, administering, interpreting, coordinating, and evaluating human resources strategies, policies, programs, laws, and procedures pertaining to
Academic Career & Executive Search Retained by Briar Cliff University to Find New CFO
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) has been selected by Briar Cliff University to lead in its search for a vice president of finance and chief financial officer. Jennifer Muller, managing partner, is leading the assignment. Briar Cliff University seeks a strategic and entrepreneurial financial leader. Reporting directly to the president and serving as a member of the
How Adaptive Governance Is Reshaping Leadership in Private Equity
Private equity firms have transformed how they create value, placing greater emphasis on operational execution, leadership effectiveness, and strategic oversight throughout the investment lifecycle. As a result, executive search firms are increasingly being called upon not only to recruit high-impact leaders and board directors, but also to identify executives capable of operating within governance models
Why the Chief AI Officer Is Becoming a C-Suite Essential
Artificial intelligence is reshaping executive leadership, prompting organizations to rethink who should guide enterprise-wide AI strategy and oversee its responsible adoption. As companies move beyond experimentation to large-scale implementation, executive search firms are seeing growing demand for leaders who can combine technical expertise with business acumen, regulatory awareness, and the ability to drive transformation across
Yale University Taps Lindauer to Lead Vice President for Alumni Affairs and Development
Lindauer has been retained by Yale University to lead in its search for a vice president for alumni affairs and development. The search is being led by Lindauer CEO Deb Taft, executive vice president Faith Montgomery and senior consultant Andrew Machado. Yale University seeks an accomplished, visionary, and collaborative leader. Reporting directly to president Maurie McInnis and serving
What a Great Executive Onboarding Plan Actually Looks Like
Executive search firms devote significant time and expertise to identifying leaders capable of driving organizational success, yet the work of ensuring those executives thrive often begins only after the search concludes. As organizations face mounting pressure to maximize leadership investments and accelerate executive impact, onboarding is emerging as a critical extension of the search process
Slone Partners Recruits Chief Scientific Officer for Prolynx
Life sciences-focused search firm Slone Partners has recruited Amer Mirza as chief scientific officer at Prolynx, a biotechnology company developing a next-generation portfolio of ultra-long-acting medicines for obesity and related metabolic conditions. “Dr. Amer Mirza is an accomplished scientific leader whose deep expertise in drug discovery and development and passion for innovation make him exceptionally well suited to serve as
Wilson Appoints New CEO
Global talent solutions provider Wilson has announced a planned leadership transition as founder and CEO John Wilson moves into a role on the board after nearly 24 years leading the company. Jean-Francois Vezina has been appointed CEO and will lead the next phase of Wilson’s growth and innovation. “It was important to me that the company be
ATS vs. CRM: Why Both Matter in Executive Search
An ATS is designed to move candidates through a single search, not to maintain relationships over the years between searches. In executive search, however, those long-term relationships are where most of the revenue is actually generated. A new report from Recruiterflow breaks down the difference between an ATS and an executive search CRM, why relationship-driven
Potrero Group Leads Search for the Leader of Bay Area’s Largest Trail Network
San Francisco-based leadership consulting and search firm Potrero Group has assisted in the recruitment of Kirsten Saenz Tobey as the executive director of the Bay Area Ridge Trail Council. This follows a national search. “Kirsten brings exactly the combination of strategic vision, entrepreneurial leadership, and genuine passion for conservation that this moment calls for,” said Taylor
Caldwell Appoints COO; Announces New Regional Managing Partner Structure
Toronto-based Caldwell has named John Blank as chief operating officer. The firm has also established a new regional managing partner structure designed to support the firm’s continued growth, strengthen operational effectiveness, and enhance coordination across its global platform. In his new role, Mr. Blank will oversee Caldwell’s business and people operations, including regional leadership, talent and people
The Evolution of the CHRO: From Personnel to Enterprise Leadership
The responsibilities of today’s chief human resources officer extend far beyond talent management, reflecting a broader shift in how organizations view leadership and business performance. As workforce transformation, artificial intelligence, and organizational change reshape corporate priorities, the CHRO has become an increasingly influential voice in helping CEOs and boards navigate strategic decisions. Not long ago,
GHP Search Assists Christel House with the Recruitment of New Board Members
GHP Search, formerly known as Greenwich Harbor Partners, has helped Christel House Intl. to recruit John Gomes, partner, global telecom and technology at Bain & Co, and former partner, software at Kearney, Mani Iyer, chief AI and technology officer at Vanguard and former SVP – global head of infrastructure, data and technology at Paypal. Mr. Gomes is a globally recognized transformation and strategy leader in
TOC Arts Partners Assists Union Arts Center with the Recruitment of First Artistic Director
Following an extensive national search, New York City-based TOC Arts Partners has assisted Union Arts Center in Seattle, WA, with the recruitment of Yuvika Tolani as the first permanent artistic director. The search was led by vice president of executive search, Cynthia Fuhrman. “As a former resident of Seattle myself, I have enjoyed many performances
Why PE Organizations Need to Apply Their Own Playbook to Themselves
Private equity firms have long applied rigorous operating frameworks to the companies they acquire, but many have yet to bring that same discipline to their own organizations. As market conditions demand stronger operational execution and more consistent value creation, leading firms are rethinking how they structure teams, define leadership roles, and integrate operating expertise across
ZRG Aspen Leadership Group Seeking Chief of Development for the American LGBTQ+ Museum
ZRG Aspen Leadership Group was recently retained by the American LGBTQ+ Museum to lead in its search for chief of development. Jeanette Rivera-Watts is leading the assignment. Reporting to the executive director, the chief of development will provide the leadership, direction, and coordination of fundraising strategies and activities to advance the mission of the American
Lochlin Partners Recruits CFO for the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association
Lochlin Partners has recruited Janelle Padgett as VP and CFO of the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association in Glen Allen, VA. Ms. Padgett has more than 25 years of progressive executive leadership experience across complex healthcare systems, including multiple CFO, controller, and senior finance leadership roles within both for-profit and non-profit healthcare organizations. Most recently,
Why PE Firms Need Operational CFOs as Executive Growth Planners
Consider a private equity deal team forced to hold a portfolio company well beyond its planned exit timeline—not because the business underperformed, but because the IPO market stalled and potential buyers disappeared. Today, that scenario is more common than exceptional, a recent report from Odgers explained. “In an era where capital is abundant but exits
Executive Hiring Without Borders: Navigating the Opportunities and Risks
Remote work has transformed how we do business. When it comes to hiring, there are no borders. Companies can choose leaders from around the globe to guide their organizations. While beneficial, this can also present issues, according to a new report from Stahl Recruiting Executive Search, an executive search firm specializing in the railway industry. “When
Academic Search Recruits 10th President for the University of Saint Mary
Following a nationwide search, education-focused executive recruiter Academic Search has assisted in the recruitment of Ann Marie Fallon as the 10th president of the University of Saint Mary (USM) in Leavenworth, KS. Senior consultants Suzanne Mellon and Disa Mason led the assignment. She will succeed Sister Diane Steele, who has led USM for 25 years and last summer announced her
Why Human Judgment Will Matter More in the Age of AI
AI will accomplish extraordinary things—but it will also tempt us to mistake output for humanity. It has the potential to boost productivity, reduce costs, accelerate insight and innovation, and, when used thoughtfully, even deepen our self-awareness. As AI agents and systems become increasingly capable of showing reasoning, empathy, and elements of judgment, many people will
The Tolan Group Recruits VP of Payor Strategy at CCRM Fertility
The Tolan Group (TTG) has placed Marianne Fanning as vice president of payor strategy at CCRM Fertility, bringing extensive experience in managed care strategy, payor relations, and reimbursement optimization. Ms. Fanning’s appointment reflects CCRM Fertility’s continued investment in expanding patient access, strengthening payor partnerships, and supporting the organization’s long-term growth strategy. Prior to joining CCRM Fertility,
The Impact of Interim Talent: Boosting Finance Teams with Flexibility and Expertise
Business leaders today are finding that hiring the right talent is hard. What people are looking for in their careers is constantly evolving, organizational needs are changing rapidly, and the economy is driving the need for companies to pivot as conditions change, according to Matt Shore, CEO of StevenDouglas. “The traditional employee model, while still effective
Harvey Nash Names VP of Enterprise Accounts
Harvey Nash, an IT recruitment, IT outsourcing/offshoring and executive search firm, has appointed Sean Gilligan as vice president of enterprise accounts. Mr. Gilligan will lead the firm’s enterprise technology delivery service, which specifically addresses the high-volume IT staffing needs of the Fortune 1000. He will oversee all recruiting, sales and delivery for Harvey Nash enterprise
Wheless Partners Completes Search for Samford University
Executive search firm Wheless Partners has placed Dr. Michael Crouch as dean of Samford University’s McWhorter School of Pharmacy. Gene Head, senior partner and managing director – higher education practice at Wheless Partners, led the search. Dr. Crouch, an accomplished educator, clinician and researcher, currently serves as executive associate dean and professor at East Tennessee
Cejka Executive Search Leading CFO Search for Presence Medical Group
Cejka Executive Search has been chosen by Presence Medical Group to assist in the recruitment for a new chief financial officer. Paul Esselman, executive vice president and managing principal at Cejka Search, is heading the assignment. Presence Health encompasses 12 hospitals, 29 long term care and senior residential facilities, numerous outpatient services and clinics, home
Heidrick & Struggles Grows Global IT Officers Practice
Executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has named Steve Kendrick as a partner in its Dallas office. He joins the firm’s global information technology officers practice. With over 20 years of business focused IT leadership and executive search experience, Mr. Kendrick has led search engagements for clients across industry segments including financial services, payment
Mansfield & Associates Opens New Office in Spain
Global search firm Mansfield & Associates, Ltd. has opened a new office in Spain and appointed Carlos del Cerro as a regional manager. Mr. del Cerro was previously the manager of talent acquisition at Sanford Rose Associates. Prior to that, he worked as a senior associate in Goddard, Kay & Rogers International’s London office, specializing
Fesa Adds to Curitiba Office
Fesa Global Executive Search has added Felipe Laufer as associate director and partner in its Curitiba, Brazil office. Mr. Laufer began his career as a journalist of general matters and then became an economic reporter. He then got involved in management issues, leadership and an executive career. In 2009 Fesa invited him to be part
Diversified Search Finds CEO for Kuusakoski Recycling
Diversified Search has placed Richard Hipp as the chief executive officer at Kuusakoski Recycling, a leading international recycling company. The search was led by Diversified Search managing director Judy M. Boreham. Mr. Hipp was previously managing director, Asia Pacific at Southco Inc. Diversified Search, headquartered in Philadelphia, also has U.S. offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Los
Spencer Stuart Handling CFO Search for EdR
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been retained by EdR to lead its search for a new chief financial officer. Current CFO Randall H. Brown has resigned effective June 30, 2014 in order to pursue other business opportunities. EdR is one of America's largest owners, developers and managers of collegiate housing. EdR is a self-administered
Norman Broadbent Names Head of Financial Services Practice in Spain
U.K.-headquartered executive recruiter Norman Broadbent has added Andrea Lowndes to lead the firm's financial services practice based in Spain. Ms. Lowndes began her career in executive search in 1996 and since then has worked in New York, London and Madrid for leading companies within wholesale banking, asset management and private banking. She has worked independently
TalentRISE Adds Partner in Chicago Headquarters
TalentRISE, a Chicago-based recruiting firm, has appointed Brad Newpoff as a partner. Mr. Newpoff will be responsible for leading and delivering the full suite of the talentRISE solutions while maintaining a deep focus in executive search. He's been an executive search consultant to the healthcare, life sciences, laboratory services, financial services, insurance, technology and private
Work&Partners Finds COO for LiquidHub
New York-based Work&Partners LLC has placed Stephen Racioppo as the new chief operating officer of LiquidHub. Mr. Racioppo’s experience in financial operations includes leading the $1.2 billion consulting, technology and outsourcing business for Accenture’s financial services clients, driving market making opportunities and spearheading the firm’s venture business. LiquidHub is a systems integration and technology consulting
Himmelfarb Group Leads Search for Unity Temple Restoration Foundation
Chicago-based search firm The Himmelfarb Group is currently leading in the search for a new executive director for Unity Temple Restoration Foundation (UTRF). UTRF restores and preserves Frank Lloyd Wright’s 1909 masterpiece of modern architecture, Unity Temple in Oakbrook, IL. The Himmelfarb Group is a boutique executive search firm helping local, regional, and national public
William H. Willis Jr., Recruiting Craftsman, Dies at 86
William H. Willis Jr., one of the executive search industry’s most endearing figures, has died at the age 86 after suffering from poor health in recent years. Mr. Willis was a long time resident of Greenwich, Connecticut and a graduate of Yale University. Standing at a gangly 6’ 6” Mr. Willis cut an impressive figure,
TRANSEARCH Adds Braswell Nees Group as Newest Partner
TRANSEARCH International has added Braswell Nees Group (BNG) as its newest partner in the U.S. Chuck Nees leads the firm and is joined by his partner, Gene Nees. With offices in the New York metro area and Georgia, BNG focuses on leadership positions within the advanced technology, healthcare, insurance, and consumer products industries, and the
Kincannon & Reed Grows in Asia; Opens New Singapore Subsidiary
Kincannon & Reed has opened a new office in Singapore’s Central Business District and formed a Singapore subsidiary, Kincannon & Reed Singapore, Pte. Ltd. Lelia Lim-Loges will head the Singapore office, as managing director, Asia Pacific. She will work from both Hong Kong and the Singapore office. Ms.Lim-Loges was previously a managing director with Oppeus
Lucas Group Names Managing Director in IT Practice Group
Search firm Lucas Group has appointed Magdalena Gyerko as managing partner for its New York information technology practice group. With more than 15 years’ experience in IT recruitment, staffing and HR, Ms. Gyerko was previously manager of technical talent and IT training for Software Guidance Services, Inc. “Magda brings a powerful blend of skill sets
Korn Ferry Leading CEO Search for PRSA
Korn Ferry has been retained by the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) to lead in its search for a new CEO to replace Bill Murray who recently resigned. Chartered in 1947, the Public Relations Society of America is the world’s largest and foremost organization of public relations professionals. Korn Ferry, based in Los Angeles
Martin Partners Completes Search for Healthbox
Executive search firm Martin Partners has recruited Matthew Brandt to the position of sales director at Healthbox. Mr. Brandt was previously regional vice president, North America at VisionScope Technologies. Healthbox is an early-stage ecosystem collaboration company that helps healthcare technology companies gain market traction. Chicago-headquartered Martin Partners provides executive search services to a wide array
Vetted Solutions Names VP
Washington, D.C.-based executive search firm Vetted Solutions LLC has named Peter Bisanz as a vice president. Mr. Bisanz brings a mix of experience, capabilities and attributes to non-profits and other organizations. He was previously an associate director at the World Economic Forum as head of development and communications for the Global Knowledge Network (the think
Parker Executive Search Expands Staff
Atlanta-based Parker Executive Search has named Tara Flickinger as an associate. Ms. Flickinger was previously a private wealth advisor at Goldman Sachs. Prior to that she was with Pfizer Pharmaceuticals, serving as a professional healthcare representative. In her new role, she will support a wide range of clients with the corporate practice team, utilizing her
PrincetonOne Adds to RPO Division
PrincetonOne, a recruitment services provider based in Skillman, NJ, has added Jeff Utzinger to its recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) division located in Indianapolis. Mr. Utzinger comes with a wealth of knowledge and experience within the human capital and recruitment services industries, having specialized in the sectors for over 20 years. He joins PrincetonOne as the
Ken Clark Partners Fills HR Post for Anika Therapeutics
Ken Clark, chairman for Ken Clark Partners LLC, has placed Steven Cyr as vice president of human resources at Anika Therapeutics Inc. Mr. Cyr formerly was with DENTSPLY International, formerly Astra Tech Inc.(Astra Zeneca) where he worked from 2006 to present. He served as VP of HR at DENTSPLY Implants Division (North America). Anika Therapeutics
Kenniff & Racine to Recruit McGill University Alumni Relations Director
Executive recruiter Kenniff & Racine has been retained by McGill University to lead in its search for a new managing director, alumni relations. Established in 1821, McGill University is an internationally known, research-intensive and student-centered university and a Canadian leader in higher education. Kenniff & Racine is a retainer-based executive search firm specializing in senior
Vetted Solutions Names Vp
Washington, D.C.-based executive search firm Vetted Solutions LLC has appointed Tiffany McCarty as vice president. Ms. McCarty, an executive search consultant with experience in senior executive-level appointments at national trade associations and professional societies, most recently served as a principal of the boutique search firm JDG Associates. While there, she grew the firm’s association and
Waverly Partners Adds to Healthcare Practice Group
Executive search firm Waverly Partners has added Ted Plattenburg in Cincinnati and Stuart Fiordalis in Phoenix. Both will serve as managing directors in the firm’s healthcare practice group. Mr. Plattenburg has 20 years of expertise in C-Level search work–including physician leadership roles. He formerly served as an EVP at DHR International, where he was also
Addison Group Expands Services in Denver
Addison Group, a provider of professional recruiting services is expanding in Denver with the addition of its finance & accounting contract business and finance & accounting executive search practices. The business units will grow the firm’s local offerings, building out its current portfolio of IT hiring and recruiting services. Addison Group has existing practices in
Pros-pekt Market Research & Consulting Partners with Job Doctors International
Retained executive search firm Pros-pekt Market Research & Consulting and Job Doctors International, a provider of leadership and governance solutions, have entered into a strategic partnership. Through the agreement, Pros-pekt and JDI will leverage their expertise in executive talent acquisition, corporate leadership and governance to provide more value by aligning the necessary functions crucial to
Witt/Kieffer To Lead CEO Search For Montana State University Alumni Foundation
Executive search firm Witt/Kieffer has been selected by Montana State University Alumni Foundation to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. The search will be led by consultant Jennifer Biehn and senior associate Mercedes Vance. Witt/Kieffer assists hospitals, health systems, academic medical centers, medical schools and physician groups; biotech, pharmaceutical, diagnostics and
CTPartners Records 36 Percent Revenue Rise
CTPartners Executive Search Inc./(NYSE:CTP) posted first quarter revenues of $39.9 million, a 36.6 percent increase from $29.2 million in the prior year’s first quarter. Compared to last year’s first quarter, North America revenue increased 35.8 percent to $23.7 million; EMEA was up 58.4 percent at $10.6 million compared to $6.7 million and Asia Pacific revenue
Waldron Opens New Office in San Francisco
Social sector focused executive search firm Waldron has opened a new office in San Francisco, led by managing director Jeff Waldron, a Bay Area native with extensive leadership experience both domestically and abroad, serving philanthropic, nonprofit, and governmental clients. Mr. Waldron had previously worked for the firm from 1999-2009, and was vice president at the
Buffkin Group Finds CEO for Aegis Health Group
Executive search firm The Buffkin Group has placed Philip Suiter as the chief executive officer at Aegis Health Group. Mr. Suiter most recently served as president and CEO at Artemis Health Group. “Phil is exactly the strong leader Aegis was looking for in a CEO. He is action-oriented and skilled in executing projects and policies
