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SearchWide Global Seeking Chief Marketing and Public Relations Officer for Nashville Zoo
Executive recruitment firm SearchWide Global has been retained by Nashville Zoo to lead in its search for a chief marketing and public relations officer. Senior vice president Kellie Henderson is leading the assignment. This executive is responsible for leading the strategic marketing, communications, and public relations efforts of Nashville Zoo. This role oversees all aspects of marketing, media relations, and
Protis Global Appoints EVP of Fulfillment
Executive search and advisory firm Protis Global has appointed Skye Miller as partner and executive vice president of sales fulfillment. “We invest in leadership where it creates the greatest long-term return,” said Bert Miller, chairman and CEO of Protis Global. “Skye’s experience and commitment to developing exceptional talent strengthen our operating foundation and expand our capacity to deliver
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.
BrainWorks Grows Legal Practice
Warren, NJ-based executive search firm BrainWorks has named Rachel Chandler as director of legal recruitment. “With nearly two decades of experience spanning law, legal recruitment, and business development, Rachel brings an exceptional depth of expertise and a unique perspective to our team,” Brainworks said in a LinkedIn post. “From practicing corporate law to leading legal recruiting teams,
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?
Excel Search & Advisory Leading Search for Next WNBA Commissioner
The WNBA has begun the search for its next commissioner as the league prepares for a leadership transition at the end of the year. The NBA has retained Excel Search & Advisory, formerly Nolan Partners, to identify a successor to Cathy Engelbert, according to The Athletic. The assignment comes as the league continues to experience
Bryant Group Fills Senior Position for Wabash College
Dallas-based executive search and talent development firm Bryant Group has placed Tyler J. Wade as dean for enrollment management at Wabash College. Mr. Wade, a 2012 Wabash graduate, has served as interim dean since June. This follows a nationwide search led by the firm’s president Chris Bingley. “One of the things that made him stand out in the field
Kaye/Bassman Completes Top Search for Vornado Realty Trust
Plano, TX-based executive search firm Kaye/Bassman International (KBIC), a Starfish Partners company, has recruited Elisa Young as executive vice president, head of retail leasing at Vornado Realty Trust, one of the most prominent owners and managers of commercial real estate in Manhattan. Managing partner Scott Huey led the assignment. For Huey and Kaye/Bassman, this placement underscores the importance of specialized executive
Leathwaite Continues Partnership with St Marylebone School
London-based executive search firm Leathwaite is continuing its long-standing partnership with St Marylebone School in London, supporting students as they prepare for the next stages of their academic and professional journeys. The firm said the program is part of its community engagement efforts and reflects its commitment to social mobility and widening access to opportunity. St
Hunt Scanlon Media and Simsola AI Launch Survey on the Last Mile of Executive Search
Executive search firms are under growing pressure to bring greater consistency and transparency to how finalists are evaluated and recommendations are made. As AI and new technology move deeper into the search process, firms are also rethinking how interview feedback is captured, how candidates are compared, and where experienced consultant judgment should carry the most
Investigative Diligence Moves Earlier in Executive Search
Executive hiring decisions increasingly carry reputational, financial, and governance consequences that extend well beyond a candidate’s resume. As a result, boards, investors, and search committees are placing greater emphasis on understanding the broader context behind an executive’s track record before making a final decision. That shift is giving investigative diligence a more prominent role in
Carpenter Legal Search Recruits General Counsel for Spirax Group’s Electric Thermal Solutions Division
Carpenter Legal Search, Inc. has recruited Matthew Simonds as general counsel of the Electric Thermal Solutions (ETS) division of Spirax Group, a global industrial engineering company. “Matt stood out throughout the search process because of his combination of legal sophistication, strong business judgment, and ability to serve as a true strategic partner to leadership,” said Lori Carpenter,
Kincannon & Reed Assists Stokes Seeds with Chief Commercial Officer Search
Kincannon & Reed (K&R), which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has helped to recruit Andy Paston as chief commercial officer of Stokes Seeds, a leading North American supplier of vegetable seed serving commercial growers across the United States and Canada. “Andy brings a strong combination of agricultural expertise and commercial leadership,”
Chartwell Partners Recruits President and CEO for Eagle Bancorp
Dallas, TX-based executive search firm Chartwell Partners has assisted in the recruitment of Stephen Curley as president and chief executive officer of Eagle Bancorp, Inc., the Bethesda-based holding company for EagleBank, one of the largest community banks in the Washington, D.C. area. The appointment followed an extensive board evaluation and search of internal and external candidates.
Egon Zehnder Examines the Great AI Divide Reshaping Private Equity Leadership
Private equity firms are moving quickly to determine where AI can create the greatest advantage across portfolio operations and investment strategy. As adoption accelerates, firms are rethinking what kind of AI leadership they need and where those roles should sit. That shift is beginning to reshape talent strategies across the PE market. Over the past
DHR Global Acquires Life Sciences-Focused Discovery Search Partners
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has acquired Discovery Search Partners, a retained executive search firm focused on the life sciences industry. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Bill O’Callaghan of Discovery Search Partners will join DHR as managing partner and Don Evans will join as partner, while Brian Evans will help build out the life sciences vertical
The Lancer Group Recruits CHRO for Liquidity Services
La Jolla, CA-headquartered search firm The Lancer Group recently assisted in the recruitment of Karen Fascenda as chief human resources officer of NASDAQ-traded Liquidity Services. Chairman and CEO Bill Angrick highlighted Ms. Fascenda’s strong track record of aligning talent strategies with business growth. Ms. Fascenda, in turn, described Liquidity Services as a proven market leader with significant
SearchWide Global Recruits Chief Sales Officer for the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp
SearchWide Global has placed Cahal Mowery as chief sales officer of the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp (NCVC). Kellie Henderson, global head of destinations, led the assignment. “Cahal brings the experience, leadership and energy we need to continue Nashville’s success as a leading meetings, group and events destination,” said Deana Ivey, president and CEO. “His work in
Riviera Partners Expands in APAC Region
San Francisco-based Riviera Partners, a recruitment provider specializing in C-level engineering, product, and design leader placements, has expanded it the APAC region with the addition of Gaurav Dev Burman as a partner based in Bengaluru. In this role, Gaurav will advise boards, CEOs and investors on technology leadership searches across India and the APAC region. “Gaurav
Standing on the Shoulders of the CHRO: Shaping the Modern Workforce Era
As organizations confront rapid technological change, workforce disruption, and mounting pressure to build stronger leadership pipelines, the role of the chief human resources officer continues to expand. Today’s CHRO is expected to help shape business strategy, guide organizational transformation, and ensure companies develop the talent, culture, and leadership needed for long-term success. At the same
Resource Management Group Assists U.S. Oral Surgery Management with CFO Search
Resource Management Group (RMG), an executive search firm specializing in CFO placements, recently helped to recruit Jennifer L. Ellis as CFO of private-equity backed U.S. Oral Surgery Management (USOSM). “Congratulations to Jennifer Ellis on her appointment as chief financial officer at US Oral Surgery Management,” RMG said in a LinkedIn post. “Thank you to Doug Drew,
RH Perry & Associates Seeking CFO for Metropolitan Community College
RH Perry & Associates has been retained by Metropolitan Community College, Kansas City, Missouri (MCCKC) to lead in its search for a new CFO. The assignment is being led by senior consultant Joanne Bashford and Paul G. Doeg, president and chief operating officer. The CFO provides strategic leadership and executive oversight for the College’s financial stewardship, long-range planning,
Heidrick & Struggles Launches Performance Culture
Heidrick & Struggles recently launched Performance Culture, a new solution that integrates the firm’s existing culture shaping capabilities with the purpose-driven transformation expertise of businessfourzero, the next-generation consultancy acquired by Heidrick in 2023. “Today’s leaders are simultaneously navigating AI-driven transformation, margin pressure, and the need to build more agile organizations in an increasingly uncertain environment,”
The International Executive Search Federation Elects First Woman President
The International Executive Search Federation (IESF) has elected Adelina Rosca, managing partner of Rosman Talent Solutions (RosMinds), as president of its global network. She became the first woman and the first leader from Eastern Europe to lead the organization since its establishment in 2002. Ms. Rosca takes over this month from Gertjan van de Groep of
The Hidden Cost of Getting the CEO Decision Wrong
Russell Reynolds Associates’ latest report, The CEO Decision: How PE Investors Select and Reassess Leaders from Entry to Exit, puts numbers behind one of private equity’s most important human capital questions: how much does the CEO decision matter to investment performance? The answer is significant. Russell Reynolds Associates notes that top-quintile portfolio company CEOs generate
DSG Global Retained by Ronald McDonald House for Inaugural Global Chief Financial & Administrative Officer Search
DSG Global has been retained by Ronald McDonald House to recruit its inaugural global chief financial & administrative officer (CFAO). The search is being led by Cheryl Stevens and Claire Hunt. This executive will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a global System spanning 250 Chapters across 61 countries and regions. This newly expanded
Isaacson, Miller Tapped by Dartmouth College for CIO Search
Boston-based Isaacson, Miller has been retained by Dartmouth College to lead in its search for a chief information officer. Becca Kennedy is leading this search with Kristen Andersen and Ryan Smillie. The CIO will oversee enterprise technology, cybersecurity, research computing, enterprise systems, and business transformation while providing strategic guidance on technology governance, resource allocation, operational resilience, and emerging
Calibre One Names Co-Leader of Global Real Estate Practice
New York City-based Calibre One has named Rebecca Wilson as a partner in the firm’s financial services practice. Based in New York, she will also co-lead the global real estate practice alongside managing partner David Schumer. “Rebecca combines decades of senior experience in financial services with a strategic consultant’s perspective and a proven track record
Amplified People Group Acquires Higher
Amplified People Group, the people services specialist that supports technology companies from inception to initial public offering (IPO), has acquired Higher, the executive search firm that specializes in AI and engineering leadership hires. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. The acquisition addresses the pressing demand for AI talent and brings more specialized expertise into
Unlocking Competitive Advantage with Interim Executives
In today’s dynamic economic environment, both investor-backed and public companies are reconsidering how they add senior talent. “In my 15+ years of experience in the interim space, I’m now seeing a significant shift: companies are increasingly embracing senior interim or fractional executives not just as a temporary fix, but as a strategic alternative or complement
15 Signs Your CEO is Underperforming
When a board begins to sense that their CEO is underperforming, it’s crucial to mitigate risks associated with CEO transitions and position the organization for continued success as soon as possible. However, sensing underperformance can be delicate and challenging, given indicators are often initially nuanced before they require urgent action, according to a new report from Russell Reynolds Associates’
Spano Pratt Leading CFO Search for AIDS Resource Center of Wisconsin
Spano Pratt Executive Search has been selected to help the Aids Resource Center of Wisconsin identify its next chief financial officer. According to a statement, ARCW’s current CFO is retiring. As a statewide organization, ARCW has headquarters in Milwaukee with nine statewide offices and clinics, and is Wisconsin’s largest provider of HIV prevention, care and
Martin Partners Finds CFO For New York Wire Company
Executive search firm Martin Partners has tapped Roger Sim as the chief financial officer of New York Wire Company. Mr. Sim was previously finance director, Americas at Global Closure Systems. New York Wire is a manufacturer of wire mesh and wire products servicing a broad range of industries and applications. New York Wire is backed
Bench International Names VP, Executive Recruitment
Global executive search firm Bench International has appointed Dr. Sally Barennes vice president, executive recruitment. Dr. Barennes will be responsible for business development, client relationships and search execution in Europe, and work as an active member of the firm’s executive team and in close collaboration with Janet Foulkes in the firm’s London office. She joins
Dasein Executive Search Adds Corporate Manager
Dasein Executive Search has added Cecília Meirelles as its new corporate manager. Ms. Meirelles has 20 years of professional experience with recognized performance in national and multinational companies including Mercedes-Benz do Brazil, Robert Bosch Ltda, Kahn do Brasil (FORD Camaçari- Plant), Tracbel S/A and Chamber of Commerce & Industry Brazil- Germany – AHK Minas Gerais.
CDI Corp. Posts 7.9 Percent Revenue Increase; MRI Up 4.2 Percent
CDI Corp./(NYSE:CDI), a provider of IT-focused recruitment solutions, posted second quarter revenues of $284.3 million, an increase of 7.9 percent from revenues of $263.4 million in the prior year quarter. Management Recruiters International, Inc. (MRI) second quarter revenues climbed 4.2 percent to $15.3 million compared to last year. The company reported net income of $4.4
Phillips Oppenheim Leading CEO Search For Community Healthcare Network
New York City-headquartered Phillips Oppenheim has been retained by the Community Healthcare Network to lead in its search for a new president and chief executive officer. Susan Meade and Paul Spivey are handling the assignment. Community Healthcare Network (CHN) is a not-for-profit agency that provides access to quality, culturally competent and comprehensive community-based primary care,
Boyden Adds Partner in Technology Practice
Boyden has added John Budriss to its New York office as a partner in the firm’s technology practice. Mr. Budriss formerly served as head of talent acquisition at Bloomberg LP and as chief human resources officer at Bloomberg’s enterprise division. He has placed C-level executives and domain subject matter experts in roles such as CEO,
Cast UK Appoints Non-Executive Director
Specialist recruitment company, Cast UK, has appointed Alison Humphries as a non-executive director. A leader in her sector, Ms. Humphries’ career history includes director roles at Hays Plc, Robert Half International, Barkers Norman Broadbent Plc and Penna Plc. She currently holds director roles at Recruitment Leadership Ltd and Elite Recruitment Network Ltd and is the
Monster Posts Revenue Decline
Monster Worldwide, Inc./(NYSE:MWW) has posted revenues of $194.4 million for the second quarter ended June 30, 2014, a decline of three percent from revenues of $200.1 million in the comparable quarter of 2013. Non-GAAP net income was $7 million, or $0.08 per share, compared to $13 million, or $0.12 per share, last year. “In the
Eastman & Beaudine Retained By Grand Canyon University
Executive recruiter Eastman & Beaudine has been selected by Grand Canyon University (GSU) to lead in its search for a new vice president of athletics. Bob Beaudine, president and CEO of Eastman & Beaudine, will lead the assignment. Keith Baker, who has served as the school’s athletic director for 20 years, will remain in that
Ken Clark Fills Positions for Inventiv Health Clinical
Ken Clark Partners LLC,, has placed David Hewitt, MD, as vice president, neuroscience and pain – medical and scientific affairs, and C. Richard Jones as vice president, general medicine – medical and scientific affairs at inVentiv Health Clinical. Linda Chisholm, a consultant for Ken Clark Partners, handled the assignement. Dr. Hewitt was formerly with Merck
O’Neill Consulting Group Names Head of HR Practice
Search firm O’Neill Consulting Group, Inc. has added Christopher J. Knipp as managing director. Mr. Knipp will lead the firm’s human resources practice and support its growth across client engagements. He will be based out of O’Neill Consulting Group’s Dallas office. Most recently, Mr. Knipp was the chief human resources officer for AccentCare, a national
Ryan Search & Consulting Makes Additions to Staff
Executive recruiter Ryan Search & Consulting has named John Conner as a senior consultant and Virginia Manning as a consultant. Both will provide talent acquisition and development services to the firm’s expanding client base in the healthcare, life sciences, architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing and economic development fields. With a background in employee and labor relations,
Kelly Services Posts 3.2 Percent Q2 Revenue Increase
Kelly Services, Inc./(NASDAQ:KELY), a global provider of workforce solutions, reported revenue for the second quarter of 2014 totaled $1.4 billion, a 3.2 percent increase compared to the corresponding quarter of 2013. Earnings from operations totaled $5.9 million, compared to $16.4 million reported for the second quarter of 2013. Diluted earnings per share in the second
Caldwell Partners Completes Search for Endurance Services Ltd.
The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has placed Mike Masters as executive vice president, chief pricing actuary at Endurance Services Ltd. Peter Reed, managing partner, and Eric Roeloffs, consultant, handled the assignment. Mr. Masters is the former chief pricing actuary, insurance, XL Capital. Endurance Specialty Holdings Ltd. is a global specialty provider of property and casualty
Arts Consulting Group Places Director at LBO
L.A.-based executive search firm Arts Consulting Group has recruited Elizabeth Kurila as the new director of development for Long Beach Opera (LBO). Ms. Kurila brings a multifaceted background in entrepreneurship, senior development, and marketing experience to LBO from her previous roles as director of development for both the Nine Network of Public Media and the
Witt/Kieffer Names Promotions
Executive recruiter Witt/Kieffer has named seven promotions across all regions in its expanding search practices. Werner Boel LL. M., based in Atlanta, serves as a consultant and practice leader in the firm’s legal services practice. Katherine Haley, Ph. D., based in Manchester, NH, is a principal in Witt/Kieffer’s education practice. She conducts senior leadership searches,
Morgan Hunt Grows Corporate Services Division
U.K.-headquartered recruiter Morgan Hunt has added Sarah Wynn as board director in its corporate services division. Ms. Wynn started her career at Badenoch & Clark, working her way up from recruitment consultant, through to operations director and then member of the U.K. board of directors. During her 17 year tenure at Badenoch & Clark, she
Excipion Creatse Digital Media Recruitment Practice
U.K.-based Excipion, part of the STR Group a specialist recruitment agency for the professional sector, has expanded its services to now cover digital media recruitment. Excipion Digital will be led by Rebecca Sykes, associate director. It will provide recruitment services in the areas of procurement and supply chain and information technology. “This is an extremely
Spencer Stuart Fills CFO Post for EdR
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has recruited Bill Brewer as the new executive vice president and chief financial officer for EdR. Mr. Brewer has spent five years as EVP and CFO for Sedgwick Claims Management Services, Inc., a leading North American provider of technology-enabled claims and productivity management solutions. EdR is one of America's largest
Morgan Samuels Completes Search for Capstone Turbine
Morgan Samuels, an L.A.-based human capital consulting firm, has placed Richard B. Lewis as vice president, operations at Capstone Turbine. Most recently, Mr. Lewis served as the vice president of operations at Meggitt Safety Systems. “Richard brings with him a track record of successfully building world class organizations that deliver extraordinary results. He is adept
Australian Search Firms Merge
Australian finance-focused executive search firms Profusion Group and Primary Asset Consulting (PAC) have merged. The new company will be known as Profusion PAC Pty Ltd and will be trading as Profusion Group, with executive search to be carried out by a specialist arm of the company. Rod Jones will become group chief executive officer, and
TheLadders Adds NY Times Executive to Board
TheLadders has named The New York Times general manager of Core Digital Products, Paul Smurl, to its board of directors. Mr. Smurl worked with colleagues in The New York Times newsroom to lead the development of the company’s digital platforms. “We are thrilled to have Paul join the board as we continue to evolve our
Hudson Global Posts Small Decline in Q2 Revenues
Hudson Global/(NASDAQ:HSON) has posted second quarter 2014 revenues of $167.4 million, down 2.3 percent from $171.4 million the same period the prior year. The company recorded a net loss of$4.4 million, or $0.13 per basic and diluted share, compared with net loss of $4.5 million, or $0.14 per basic and diluted share, for the second
Diversified Search Fills SVP Position for Foremost Farms USA
Diversified Search has placed Dirk Tachick as senior vice president of operations for Foremost Farms USA, a farmer-owned milk processing and marketing cooperative with annual sales of $1.7 billion. The search was led by Diversified Search managing director Julie Kanak. Mr. Tachick was previously vice president, continuous improvement at Hillshire Brands Company (formerly Sara Lee)
Faithsearch Partners Heading Chief Nursing Search for SGAH
FaithSearch Partners has been retained by Maryland-based Shady Grove Adventist Hospital (SGAH) to lead in its search for a chief nursing executive. “The chief nursing executive will cultivate a patient-first attitude among the nursing staff on all levels and act as a mentor to enhance communications across the hospital,” said Jim Boyle, senior vice president
Millennium Search Fills Sales Position for Silvon
Millennium Search, a boutique recruiting firm, has placed Jennifer Spitz as regional sales manager at Silvon. Marc Fox, managing partner at Millennium, led the search. Ms. Spitz joins Silvon from enterprise software provider Infor, where she spent the past nine years in various account executive roles. Silvon is a leader in enterprise business intelligence software
Campbell & Company Selected by American Kidney Fund
Executive search firm Campbell & Company has been selected by the American Kidney Fund to lead in its search for a new vice president of development and field operations. Daniel J. Fissinger, associate consultant, is handling the assignment. The American Kidney Fund (AKF) was founded in 1971, to help a single individual with kidney failure
Horton Adds to Financial Services Practice Group
Horton International has added Patrick Slater as a managing director in its financial services practice group. Mr. Slater previously served for 13 years as president and CEO of Brower Group, an executive recruiting firm for the banking industry. At Horton he will provide executive search and management consulting services to clients in banking, asset/wealth management
Sheffield Haworth Opens San Francisco Office
Search firm Sheffield Haworth has opened a new office in San Francisco. Paige Scott will lead the firm’s West Coast efforts. “This is an important milestone for Sheffield Haworth and its West Coast clients as it ensures that we can provide both a local presence and focused service offering,” said Mark Esposito, managing director &
Harrington J White Executive Search Promotes Partner
Harrington J White Executive Search, LLC has promoted Matthew DeSabella to partner. Mr. DeSabella has placed key sales and marketing executives in numerous industries. “Matt has been with the firm for nine years and has been instrumental in our growth; he will be a key player in our expansion plans in the future,” said Ron
