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McCormack+Kristel Seeking CEO for the Independent Film & Television Alliance
Executive search firm McCormack+Kristel has been retained by the Independent Film & Television Alliance (IFTA) to lead in its search for a new president and CEO. At a pivotal moment for the industry, the new CEO will shape policy, elevate the voice of independents worldwide, and drive the success of the American Film Market, one of the industry’s
Anthem Executive Tapped by Northwest Missouri State University for Provost Search
Executive recruitment firm Anthem Executive has been selected by Northwest Missouri State University to lead in its search for a new provost and vice president for academic affairs. Michael Ballew, Scott Watson, Mike “JR” Wheless, and Florene Stawowy are leading the search. The school is seeking a provost and vice president of academic affairs to serve as its next chief academic officer,
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.
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
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?
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,
Kaye/Bassman Names Leader of North Division, Construction and Real Estate Practice
Plano, TX-based executive search firm Kaye/Bassman International (KBIC), a Starfish Partners company, has named Lee Martin as managing director and practice leader of the north division within its construction and real estate practice. In this expanded leadership role, he will lead the continued growth of the firm’s commercial real estate, building construction, and construction technology practices across the northern United States, further advancing KBIC’s integrated
How Executive Search Is Evolving Alongside Private Equity
With private equity firms placing greater emphasis on operational execution and long-term value creation, expectations around leadership strategy are rapidly evolving. Search firms are increasingly being asked to move beyond traditional recruiting models and serve as broader talent advisors aligned with investment outcomes. In this environment, the distinction between transactional hiring and strategic partnership is
DSG | Koya Retained by Gilda’s Club Chicago for CEO Search
DSG | Koya has been tapped by Gilda’s Club Chicago to lead in its search for a new CEO. The search is being led by Cheryl Stevens and Claire Hunt. The next CEO will have the chance to build on Gilda’s Club Chicago’s strong foundation while leaving a lasting mark—expanding its reach, deepening community and healthcare
June Hiring Cools While Unemployment Holds at 4.2 Percent
Employment increased by 57,000 in June as the U.S. unemployment rate stood at 4.2 percent, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. The number of unemployed people, at 7.1 million, changed little in June. Employment continued to trend up in professional and business services, social assistance, and healthcare. Leisure and hospitality lost jobs. The
Bell Oaks Executive Search Seeking Chief Finance and Administrative Officer for the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation
Atlanta-based Bell Oaks Executive Search is currently seeking a chief finance and administrative officer (CFAO) for the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation (WRF). The assignment is being led by partner Cynthia J. Moreland and senior search consultant Abi Gamino. The CFAO will serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and a key member of the executive
Leadership Advisory Enters a New Capital Cycle
Private capital is making one of its strongest moves yet into the leadership advisory sector. Recent investments by KKR in ghSMART and Advent International in Heidrick & Struggles represent more than headline transactions. Together, they signal a growing conviction among investors that leadership advisory firms occupy a unique position within the modern enterprise, helping organizations navigate leadership succession, organizational effectiveness, talent assessment, and
The Year of CEO Ousters
A CEO fired for a run of slow sales, another forced out due to their inability to regain the confidence of customers and other stakeholders, and a third who resigned because his cost-cutting strategy failed to improve profitability. It appears that 2024 is a year in which many boards have lost patience with CEOs, according
China-based 51Job Records 14.9 Percent Revenue Gain
51job, Inc./(NASDAQ:JOBS), a provider of integrated human resource services in China, has posted first quarter revenues of $70.3 million, an increase of 14.9 percent from the same quarter in 2013. Online recruitment services revenues increased 21.6 percent over Q1 2013 to $48.5 million. Rick Yan, president and chief executive officer of 51job, said: “With recruitment
Accelent Completes Search for Fluid Inc.
Accelent, Inc. has placed Larry Bernstein as the new vice president of product development of Fluid Inc. Previously, Mr. Bernstein served as VP of engineering for Demandbase. Fluid Inc., the digital shopping innovator, designs and builds digital shopping experiences that brings brands to life, making the shopping experience fun, vivid, intuitive and social. Accelent is
The Jacobson Group Names Engagement Directors
The Jacobson Group has promoted Gaelle Pritchard and Joyce Dunn to the roles of vice president / engagement directors. Ms. Pritchard is focused on leading efforts to build Jacobson’s executive search practice internationally. She began as an engagement director with Jacobson, then ejsSearch, in 2005. Ms. Pritchard will continue to handle executive and non-executive searches
Industrial Search Partners Leading President Search for ASLRRA
Executive search firm Industrial Search Partners (ISP) has been retained by American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association (ASLRRA) to help recruit a successor to ASLRRA president Richard Timmons, who plans to retire at year’s end. Based in Norwalk, CT, ISP will identify potential candidates in accordance with criteria set by an association subcommittee and
CDI Corp. Posts Modest Gain; MRI Revenues Down
CDI Corp./(NYSE:CDI), a Philadelphia-based provider of IT-focused recruitment solutions, posted first quarter revenues of $276.3 million, an increase of 2.5 percent from revenues of $269 million a year ago. The company reported a net gain of $2 million, or $0.10 per diluted share, compared to earnings of $2.5 million, or $0.20 per diluted share, last
Steven Douglas Associates Opens in Atlanta; Adds Managing Director
Recruiting firm Steven Douglas Associates has opened an office in Atlanta and named Dean Doolittle as managing director in an effort to better serve clients in the Southeast. “Atlanta was a natural choice for our newest office – now up to eight nationwide – since it offers an excellent talent pool of experienced professionals to
Alexander Hughes Adds Client Partner in Paris
Alexander Hughes has added Gérard Guilbert to its Paris office as client partner. He will conduct C-level searches in a number of sectors with a particular focus on insurance, brokerage and professional services. Mr. Guilbert was previously with April Group, a global company with a focus in insurance, where he held divisional managing director roles
Lochlin Partners Names New Managing Partner
Boutique executive search firm Lochlin Partners has named Nalini Vasagam Perkins as a managing partner. Ms. Perkins joins the firm after serving as executive director of Russell Reynolds Associates' Washington, D.C., office. Before that, she held positions at Heidrick & Struggles and Human Resource International (HRi). Ms. Perkins brings extensive experience in domestic and international
PGC Adds Associate Director
Imran Miah has joined PGC, the U.K. partner firm of Friisberg & Partners International, as an associate director. Mr. Miah is experienced in the recruitment of professionals in the disciplines of forensic investigations, dispute resolution, business intelligence, counter-fraud, forensic technology, contentious insolvency, valuations and other associated practice areas. He was previously a director at IMA
Korn Ferry to Lead CEO Search for Target
After Target Corporation recently ousted CEO Gregg Steinhafel, the company selected Korn Ferry to lead in its search for his replacement. Both internal and external candidates will be considered for the position. Target is a retailing company that was founded in 1902 and is headquartered in Minneapolis. Korn Ferry, based in Los Angeles and with
Grant Cooper & Associates Leads HR Search for MEC
Executive recruiters Grant Cooper & Associates has been retained by Metal Exchange Corporation to lead in its search for a new vice president of human resources. Senior consultant Wendy Williams is handling the assignment. Metal Exchange Corporation (MEC) is headquartered in St Louis and is a global trader and manufacturer of non-ferrous metals. Grant Cooper
Coleman Lew + Associates Adds New Search Consultant
Executive search firm Coleman Lew + Associates has added Shirley Lamm as a search consultant. Ms. Lamm was previously an executive search consultant with Stroker & Schenk Executive Search. She began her search career as a research consultant with search firms Heidrick & Struggles and Canny Bowen. “We are excited to have Shirley join our
Cornerstone International Group Opens New Office in Vancouver
Cornerstone International Group, a global executive search firm, has opened a new office Vancouver. With this office addition, Cornerstone International Group now operates in over 70 locations worldwide. In Canada, Cornerstone also operates in Halifax, Montreal, Toronto, Winnipeg and Calgary. “We plan to offer more personal, business owner support services as well as a diverse
SWBi International Recruits VP of Engineering for Redshift Systems
Executive search firm SWBi International has placed Dr. Rick Sharp as vice president of engineering at RedShift Systems. Dr. Sharp was previously VP of engineering and operations at EM4. RedShift Systems is a pioneer in the application of tunable filters and micro electro-mechanical systems to emerging technologies and markets. SWBi International provides global retained executive
ChampionScott Partners Fills CFO Post for Nintex
Executive search firm ChampionScott Partners has recruited Eric Johnson as chief financial officer to Nintex. Mr. Johnson was most recently vice president of finance at Jive Software Inc., a communication and collaboration platform for modern, mobile business. Offering a suite of software and cloud services, Nintex enables organizations to automate everyday business processes. ChampionScott Partners
Veteran Executive Recruiter Joins The Partnership, Inc. as COO
The Partnership, Inc. has appointed Maureen Alphonse-Charles as its new senior vice president and chief operating officer. A longtime business and civic leader in Boston, Ms. Alphonse-Charles brings more than 25 years of experience as an executive search recruiter, sales and marketing executive, financial services director and academic affairs director to The Partnership. She joins
Sheffield Haworth Makes CEO Transition; Tim Sheffield Becomes Executive Chairman
London-based Sheffield Haworth has confirmed that Tim Sheffield, CEO and founder, will move to the role of executive chairman. Mike Hammond, who joined the firm in June 2013 as group managing director, will become the new CEO. Patrick Morrissey, co-founder and group managing director, will now hold the title of deputy chairman and chairman of
Bespoke Partners Fills Top Sales/Marketing Post for Inventus
San Diego-headquartered Bespoke Partners has recruited Doug Cullen as the new senior vice president of sales and marketing of Inventus, a portfolio company of Clearlake Capital. Mr. Cullen was previously SVP of global sales and services at Stylesight, which was acquired by WGSN in November 2013. Bespoke Partners assists private equity firms to deliver top
Cameron Smith & Associates Leads Search for Walmart
Recruiting firm Cameron Smith & Associates has been selected by Walmart to lead in its hunt for a national account manager who will help the company with its leading product brands and have broker management responsibility. Walmart is an American multinational retail corporation that runs chains of large discount department stores and warehouse stores. Cameron
Stephen James Associates Opens New Office in Vancouver and Tampa
Recruiting firm Stephen James Associates (SJA), a division of Allegis Group, has opened its first international office in Vancouver, BC, Canada, as well as a new office in Tampa. The new Tampa location expands on Stephen James Associates’ current operations in Ft. Lauderdale and Orlando. Clients in these markets will be able to work with
Knightsbridge Eyes U.S. Expansion, Names President
Knightsbridge Human Capital Solutions has appointed Stuart Kaplan as president of Knightsbridge USA. Mr. Kaplan comes to the firm from Korn Ferry, where he was global chief operating officer of Leadership & Talent Consulting. He will be based in Chicago and responsible for leading the expansion of Knightsbridge USA’s integrated talent and leadership solutions business.
Fox Rodney Search Creates FRS Associates; Adds New Director
Fox Rodney Search has added Freddie Lawson as an associate director to launch FRS Associates, a new division. FRS will focus on sourcing associate talent for U.K., U.S. and international law firms. The team will operate out of the firm’s London, Paris and Dubai offices. Mr. Lawson was previously with recruiting firm Glass Consultancy and
Onstott Group Fills Top Finance Post for Demandware
Executive search firm The Onstott Group has placed Timothy M. Adams as the new chief financial officer of Demandware. Mr. Adams brings more than three decades of financial management experience to Demandware. Mr. Adams currently serves as SVP and CFO of athenahealth. Demandware, a category defining leader of enterprise cloud commerce solutions, empowers retailers to
Korn Ferry to Lead CFO Search for Starwood Hotels & Resorts
Korn Ferry has been retained by Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. to lead its search for a new chief financial officer. Vasant M. Prabhu has resigned as vice chairman and CFO to join NBCUniversal in the same position. Starwood Hotels & Resorts is one of the leading hotel and leisure companies in the world
Hudson Global’s Q1 Revenues Drop Two Percent
Hudson Global/(NASDAQ:HSON) has posted first quarter 2014 revenues of $161.9 million, down 2.3 percent from $165.7 million the same period the prior year. The company recorded a net loss of $4.5 million, or $0.14 per basic and diluted share, compared with net loss of $8.2 million, or $0.25 per basic and diluted share, for the
Direct Recruiters, Inc. Makes Additions to Staff
Direct Recruiters, Inc. (DRI) has added Kelly McCort, Dan Miller and Jason Toth to its team. Ms. McCort becomes project coordinator for the firm’s automation practice; she was previously an account manager for Dealer Tire. Mr. Miller takes on the role of executive recruiter for DRI’s plastics team; he most recently served as a healthcare
Caldwell Partners Recruits CEO for Foresters
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has placed Anthony Garcia as the new president and chief executive officer of Foresters. Kelly Blair and Peter Reed, partners within Caldwell’s global insurance practice, handled the assignment. With more than 26 years of executive management and leadership experience in the U.S. life and annuity industry, Mr.
NES Global Talent Opens New Office in China
NES Global Talent has opened a new office in Shekou, South China. The firm is expanding in China and the new office will act as a regional hub for business activity across the South of the region, allowing NES Global Talent to also grow in other key locations such as Zhuhai, Shenzhen and Guangzhou. The
Ligature Partners Leading CEO Search for “I Have A Dream” Foundation
Executive search firm Ligature Partners has been retained by the “I Have A Dream” Foundation to lead its search for a new president and chief executive officer. The “I Have A Dream” Foundation is working to ensure that all children have the opportunity to pursue higher education. Ligature Partners is a boutique retained executive search
Dice Revenues Group 20 Percent With Recent Acquisitions
Dice Holdings, Inc./(NYSE:DHX), a career website for technology and engineering professionals, has recorded first quarter revenues of $60.7 million, an increase of 20 percent from $50.4 million in the comparable quarter of 2013. The increase was due primarily to revenues from businesses acquired within the past year. Overall recruitment activity was fairly consistent in tech,
Heidrick & Struggles Posts 7.9 Percent Revenue Q1 Gain
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International/(NASDAQ:HSII) has posted consolidated net revenue of $111.1 million in the first quarter, up 7.9 percent percent from $103 million a year ago. The increase was driven by a 42.6 percent increase in Europe (approximately 37 percent on a constant currency basis), and a five percent jump in
