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Wilton & Bain Appoints Leader of North American People & Culture Practice
Wilton & Bain has named Jacob Humbert as partner, leading the North American people & culture practice. He will be based in the U.S. and joins the firm’s North American leadership team. “We are thrilled to welcome Jacob to the North American leadership team to drive our office of the CHRO capability in the region,” said
The Hidden Driver of Great Teams Isn’t Strategy—It’s Responsiveness
When people think about what makes a strong team, they often focus on strategy, talent, or experience. But one of the most effective ways to create a reliable, connected team is by focusing on something much smaller: response time, according to a recent report from The Bridger Group, a 57-year-old executive search firm working exclusively in
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.
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
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?
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
Crist|Kolder Places CFO at Mondelēz International
Crist|Kolder Associates has placed Amit Banati as executive vice president and chief financial officer of NASDAQ-traded Mondelēz International in Chicago. He will report directly to Dirk Van de Put, chair and CEO, and will be a member of the Mondelēz International leadership team. “Amit is a highly experienced CFO who brings a strong blend of financial leadership
Why Searches Lose Discipline Late and How to Prevent It
Even well-run executive searches can lose focus as the process unfolds and pressure to reach a decision begins to mount. Without consistent alignment around the original mandate, organizations risk making compromises that can undermine long-term leadership success. Most executive searches start with real clarity, a recent report from Nashville, TN-based executive search firm Morgan Samuels Company’s
NPAG Assists Proteus Fund with CEO Search
Executive search firm NPAG has assisted in the recruitment of Amardeep Singh the new president and CEO of Proteus Fund and Proteus Action League. He will officially assume the role in September. The Proteus Fund board of directors selected Mr. Singh following a rigorous national search supported by NPAG. The search was led by Ellen LaPointe, Ebony Breaux-Liang, and Andres Marcuse-Gonzalez. “On
Bullhorn Names Chief Innovation and Labs Officer and Chief Corporate Development Officer
Recruiting software provider Bullhorn recently appointed Jason Heilman as chief innovation and labs officer and Ryan Murphy as chief corporate development officer. As members of the executive leadership team, they will help drive the company’s next wave of growth and innovation. Mr. Heilman joined Bullhorn in 2020 when the company acquired Herefish, the automation platform he led
5 Ways to Evaluate a Job Offer in 2026
In today’s hiring market, the strongest job offer isn’t always the one with the biggest paycheck. Candidates who treat their next move as a base-salary math problem usually leave real money behind, according to a recent report from Lyneer Search Group, an executive talent acquisition firm specializing in finance and executive roles. The smarter approach, and the
McDermott + Bull Recruits Chief Technology Officer for JenaValve Technology
Irvine, CA-based McDermott + Bull has placed Edward Sarnowski as chief technology officer of JenaValve Technology, Inc. in Irvine, CA. The search was completed by partner Ken Dropiewski, and executive recruiter Michael Matranga. “Ed’s appointment marks an important step in the evolution of JenaValve as a company,” said John Kilcoyne, CEO of JenaValve. “With FDA approval now behind us and
JDG Associates Retained by the Institute for Defense Analyses for General Counsel Search
Rockville, MD-based executive search firm JDG Associates has been retained by the Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) to lead its search for a general counsel based in Alexandria, VA. Reporting directly to the president and CEO, the general counsel serves as IDA’s chief legal officer and secretary of the Corporation, with responsibility spanning legal counsel and
Korn Ferry to Acquire AMS in $1.1 Billion Talent Solutions Deal
Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) has entered into a definitive agreement with OMERS Private Equity to acquire U.K.-headquartered AMS. The transaction will combine Korn Ferry’s expertise across search, talent & organizational solutions, and workforce solutions with AMS’s expertise in recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), early careers and campus recruiting, contingent workforce solutions, consulting, and skills creation. The combination will
CarterBaldwin Assists Ideal Tridon Group with Chief Information Officer Search
CarterBaldwin Executive Search has helped to recruit Shane Dacus as chief information officer of Ideal Tridon Group, a portfolio company of Nautic Partners and global provider of engineered clamps, brackets, fittings, and metal framing systems. Mr. Dacus brings more than 25 years of technology leadership across industrial, manufacturing, and PE-backed platforms, with a consistent record of elevating IT
Lindauer Recruits CEO for Penn State Alumni Association
Lindauer has placed Reggie Bustinza as associate vice president for alumni relations and chief executive officer of the Penn State Alumni Association. He was selected after a nationwide search to succeed Paul Clifford, who departed Penn State in January 2025. The search was led by Lindauer executive vice president Faith Montgomery and senior consultant Raegan Harvey in partnership with Penn State. “Lindauer
Why M&A Success Is Ultimately a Talent Challenge
In its latest market intelligence findings, The Role of HR in M&A: 5 Golden Rules for CHROs, Spencer Stuart argues that many transactions fail not because of flawed strategy, but because of shortcomings in leadership, culture, talent retention, and organizational execution. While financial and operational diligence often dominate deal planning, the firm’s research suggests that people-related
Greenwood Asher & Associates Leading Chief Marketing Officer Search for the College of Charleston
Miramar Beach, FL-based executive recruitment firm Greenwood Asher & Associates (GA&A) is currently seeking a chief marketing officer and vice president for marketing and communications for the College of Charleston. Kyle Pybus-Jerome and Jeremy Duff are leading the assignment. The College of Charleston seeks a strategic and innovative marketing executive to lead an integrated marketing and communications enterprise that
EMA Partners India Acquires Recruitment Process Outsourcing Services Provider Taggd
Executive search and leadership recruitment platform EMA Partners India has acquired recruitment process outsourcing services provider Taggd in an all-cash deal valued at Rs 113 crore. The all-cash acquisition aims to create an integrated talent recruitment platform offering executive search, professional search and AI-powered recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) solutions at scale. Taggd will continue to
NGS Global Expands in London
Wilmington, DE-headquartered executive search firm NGS Global has expanded with the additions of Daniel Yeates and George Balfour as managing directors in London. “Daniel and George are accomplished executive search professionals with deep expertise in the technology and digital sectors,” said David Nosal, chairman and managing partner. “They each bring outstanding client and candidate relationships built over decades
Leadership Challenges Intensify as Organizations Confront AI, Talent, and Economic Uncertainty
Organizations are operating in an increasingly complex environment where economic uncertainty, workforce challenges, AI adoption, and digital transformation are converging to reshape leadership priorities. Kestria’s second annual global leadership survey builds on the themes that emerged in last year’s research; highlighting how rapidly the leadership landscape continues to evolve. Based on responses from more than
Riviera Partners Acquires Lateral Labs
San Francisco-based Riviera Partners, a recruitment provider specializing in C-level engineering, product, and design leader placements, has acquired Lateral Labs, a specialized recruiting firm serving top AI startups. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. “The acquisition comes as companies remain challenged to meet the demand of organizational AI readiness,” the firm said. “Adding Lateral Labs positions Riviera Partners
Marovi Assists Congruex with CFO Search
Working in partnership with Atlanta-GA-based Marovi, Congruex, a provider of digital infrastructure engineering and construction services, appointed Jim Stanley as CFO. He reports to Congruex’s co-founder, president, and CEO, Kevin O’Hara. The appointment comes amid strong and sustained growth at Congruex as it plans to continue to capitalize on macro tailwinds, including AI and data center
Brettschneider Executive Search Seeking Inaugural SVP of Advancement for Wilmington University
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been retained by Wilmington University (WilmU) to lead in its search for an inaugural senior vice president of advancement to lead the University’s next phase of philanthropic growth. Reporting to WilmU president LaVerne Harmon, the SVP will partner closely with the president, board and University leaders to advance the University’s strategic
August Leadership Expands in London
August Leadership has expanded with the addition of Honor Pollok as a partner in London. Ms. Pollok brings over 20 years of executive search and leadership experience. She has led numerous high-profile placements in chair, non-executive director, CEO and the full spectrum of C-suite roles. Her search expertise spans key commercial, financial, creative, human resource, functional,
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Spotlight New Approach to Recruiter Training
As the executive search industry faces mounting pressure to improve performance and consistency, firms are increasingly reevaluating how recruiters are trained and developed. Hunt Scanlon and its HSiQ talent intelligence advisory unit recently launched a new Recruiter Performance Training Program designed to bring greater structure, commercial rigor, and scalability to recruiter development in an industry long driven by
Building Team Alignment in an Era of Continuous Change
Ask any team to describe its top strategic priorities and you will often get as many answers as there are people in the room. The problem is not that the strategy hasn’t been communicated, according to recent report from AIIR Consulting. “The problem is that it was communicated into an environment that has since shifted
Isaacson, Miller Helps Recruit 28th President for Texas A&M
Boston-based Isaacson, Miller has assisted in the recruitment of Susan Ballabina as the 28th president of Texas A&M. Andy Lee and Julie Filizetti, led search with Raul Bernal and Luciano Zuniga, and Madeline Fitzpatrick. The members of the Board of Regents conducted a national search that produced a strong pool of candidates. Dr. Ballabina emerged through that process based on her experience, her understanding of
BarkerGilmore Recruits General Counsel for American Credit Acceptance
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has placed Debra Noll as general counsel at American Credit Acceptance. The search was led by Stephen Bell and Alison Waters. “Deb is exceptionally well-positioned to support American Credit Acceptance as it continues to grow and adapt in a complex environment,” BarkerGilmore said in a LinkedIn
Kincannon & Reed Appoints VP of Marketing and Business Development
Kincannon & Reed (K&R), which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has expanded with the addition of Dan Evans as vice president of marketing and business development. “Dan brings a strong background in building brands, driving growth, and connecting strategy to execution,” said Stephanie Liska, president of Kincannon & Reed. “Throughout his career,
A Look at How the CEO Role is Evolving
Geopolitical waves, digitization and AI. The drive for sustainability. Demands for full transparency and the changing needs of talent. These and other forces have dramatically broadened the CEO role, according to a recent report from Amrop. The traditional routes to the top seat are already changing. Following the firm’s exploration of the C-suite ecosystem, they now ask:
Smith & Wilkinson Names Project Coordinator
Executive search firm Smith & Wilkinson has added John Coppola as its AVP and project coordinator. Prior to joining Smith & Wilkinson, Mr. Coppola was a senior legal recruiter with Sanford Rose. Before that, he worked in operations for a national healthcare company where he managed their clinical and non-clinical recruitment process. Founded in 1998,
Vell Executive Search Fills Two Board Seats for Fleetmatics Group
Wellesley, MA-based Vell Executive Search has placed HubSpot CEO and co-founder, Brian Halligan, and Intuit vice president and general manager, Allison Mnookin, as new board members for Fleetmatics Group. Fleetmatics Group PLC is a global provider of fleet management solutions for small and mid-sized businesses delivered as software-as-a-service (SaaS). Vell Executive Search is a retained
Hanold Associates Adds Partner to Lead General Counsel & Legal Practice
Executive search firm Hanold Associates has added Lauren Drake as a partner to lead the firm’s general counsel and legal practice. She will be based in Washington, D.C. Ms. Drake holds extensive senior level recruiting experience throughout many industries. Prior to joining Hanold Associates, she spent 16 years with global management consulting firm McKinsey &
Tom Fuller Joins AESC Board
Tom Fuller, founder and managing director of Epsen Fuller Group, has recently joined the board of directors the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC). Working in executive search and leadership consulting since 1995, Mr. Fuller is an executive recruiter, consultant & advisor, and business leader across sectors. Epsen Fuller Group is an executive search and
Steven Douglas Associates Names Managing Director
Recruiting firm Steven Douglas Associates has named Shannon Brown as managing director for Orlando, Florida. Ms. Brown brings more than 15 years of experience in corporate accounting and sales roles. Prior to joining Steven Douglas, she was the business development director for McGladrey. “Orlando is a growing market for us and we are delighted to
AGB Search Retained by Youngstown State University
AGB SEARCH RETAINED BY YOUNGSTOWN STATE UNIVERSITY AGB Search has been selected by Youngstown State University to lead in its search for a new president. Consultants Jamie Ferrare and Arnold Speert are leading the assignment. Youngstown State University, founded in 1908, is an urban research university located in Youngstown, Ohio. AGB Search focuses exclusively on
HVS Executive Search Opens London Office
HVS Executive Search has opened a new London office for executive search established by a strategic partnership with Peter Malone’s Hospitality People Group. Mr. Malone will serve as CEO of HVS Executive Search for the EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) and Asia regions. He will be joined by his team of recruiting specialists from
Spencer Stuart Places CEO at Mspark
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has placed Richard J. Hanna as the new chief executive officer of Mspark. Mr. Hanna was previously executive vice president of sales and marketing at Dex One, a $1 billion-plus marketing services company prior to its merger with SuperMedia in May 2013. Mspark is a privately held, results-oriented marketing services
MB Interim Leaders Strengthens Leadership Team
MB Interim Leaders, a division of McDermott & Bull, has named Rebecca Miller Cyronek as its business development director, private equity and venture capital solutions. “We are excited to have Rebecca join the MB Interim Leaders team, as she’s proven herself an incredible team partner on the search execution side of the business, as well
Oxford Global Resources Expands in Seattle
Oxford Global Resources has opened a new office serving the Greater Seattle, Washington market, in partnership with the firm’s Federal Way national recruiting center, which has been in operation for the last 16 years. Oxford’s Seattle branch will identify contract opportunities for software and hardware engineering consultants throughout the Seattle metropolitan area. Oxford is an
Heidrick & Struggles Named 100 Most Trustworthy in Forbes Ranking
Executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International was named one of the 100 Most Trustworthy Companies in America by Forbes and GMI Ratings. “Trust is the foundation for all our firm's relationships," said Tracy Wolstencroft, CEO of Heidrick & Struggles. "We are committed to winning and keeping the trust of all our stakeholders, including shareholders
PRAXI ALLIANCE Adds Edward Drummond & Co. In U.K.
PRAXI ALLIANCE has added U.K.-headquartered Edward Drummond & Co. as its newest member firm. From offices in Bristol and London, Edward Drummond & Co. delivers international executive search expertise to a wide array of industries. “The team at Edward Drummond is keenly focused on providing top notch services to their clients and perfectly fits our
Pinton Forrest and Madden Finds CEO for HBT
Executive search firm Pinton Forrest and Madden has placed Donnie Wing as president and chief executive officer at Healthcare Benefit Trust (HBT). Mr. Wing formerly served in a number of senior executive positions at ICBC including senior vice president, corporate affairs; senior vice-president of insurance, marketing and underwriting; and chief financial officer. He was also
Executive Networks Names VP Global Sales
Executive Networks, Inc., has named Paul Skordilis as vice president of global sales. In his new role, Mr. Skordilis will be responsible for expanding Executive Networks’ global customer base, formalizing and implementing a sales operations strategy to help drive new membership growth and improve customer retention within Executive Networks’ current roster of clients. Most recently
Amrop Grows Presence in Nortic Countries
Global executive search consortium Amrop has added eight senior partners across Norway, Sweden, Finland and Denmark. Peter Gitmark (previously a member of the Norwegian Parliament), Kristian Kragø (previously with McKinsey & Co), Anne Syrrist (formerly of Ringnes and Boston Consulting Group), Michael Edler (previously with UBS), Toumas Sederholm (most recently with TeliaSonera), Pii Kotilainen (previously
Caldwell Partners Places Global Sales Head at Unisys
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has placed Jeff Renzi as the new president of global sales at Unisys. Managing partner Jim Bethmann led the search. Mr. Renzi formerly served as SVP of sales and marketing at Arise Virtual Solutions. Unisys is a worldwide information technology company providing a portfolio of IT services,
Scout Exchange Partners with Main Sequence Technology
Scout Exchange, a recruitment marketplace connecting employers with specialized recruiters, has partnered with Main Sequence Technology, developers of recruiting database platform PCRecruiter. The partnership will extend Scout’s application to PCRecruiter’s thousands of recruiters worldwide, electronically delivering search opportunities that match their expertise and results. “The concept of an electronic marketplace with the big ATS (applicant
Boyden Adds Insurance Sector Recruiting Specialist
Executive search firm Boyden has strengthened its New York office with the addition of Erik Matson as a partner. Mr. Matson brings two decades of experience as a leader in the insurance sector and has worked extensively on both the executive placement and industry management sides of the business. Prior to joining Boyden, he was
The Neil Michael Group Names Life Sciences Partner
New York-headquartered The Neil Michael Group has added Linda E. Amper, Ph.D., as a new partner. Dr. Amper has senior level leadership experience across biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, healthcare delivery and other life science areas. With more than 35 years of experience in HR, she formerly served as senior vice president global human resources at Optimer Pharmaceuticals.
Clark Langdon to Lead Search for Intelligent Energy
Recruiting firm Clark Langdon Partners has been selected by Intelligent Energy to lead in its search for a new global commercial director. The firm had previously led in a search for Intelligent Energy to find its global business development director last year. Intelligent Energy is a power technology company that specializes in the development of
Addison Group Creates New HR Focus with Administrative Division
Addison Group, a provider of professional staffing services, has expanded its administrative division with the addition of a dedicated human resources team that will help organizations address their contract, contract-to-hire and direct hiring needs for skilled administrative, operations and HR talent. “We believe this expansion is a natural progression for the Administrative division,” said Ed
Horton Expands to Middle East
Horton International has opened a new office in the Middle East with a new location in Bahrain; an opening in Saudi Arabia is expected for later in the year. Both offices will focus on providing executive search for global leaders across the region. This forms the first step in the planned expansion of Horton Group
Major, Lindsey & Africa Names Leader of Law Firm Management Practice
Search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa has named Amanda K. Brady as managing director and global practice leader of its law firm management practice. Ms. Bradt joined MLA last month bringing 15 years of executive and legal search experience, the last 10 years of which focused on building executive management teams for AmLaw 100 and
Derwent Executive Adds Recruiters in Australia and Asia
Search firm Derwent Executive has made several new additions to its Australia and Asia offices. Derwent has added Andrea Hall as senior advisor to the firm’s board practice in Perth. Ms, Hall, who formerly was with KPMG, will work with boards, delivering risk and selection capabilities for ASX, government and not-for-profit segments. Richard Scott, who
The Cypress Group Completes Search for SFWE
Executive search firm The Cypress Group has placed Diego Lo Prete as general manager, executive vice president of The San Francisco Wine Exchange (SFWE). Mr. Lo Prete’s most recent post was head of global marketing and communications at Barcelona-based Grupo Codorniu. The San Francisco Wine Exchange was founded in 1975 by Hugh Thacher and it
Korn Ferry Strengthens Sports Practice
Korn Ferry has added Liz Boardman as senior client partner in its sports practice. Ms. Boardman has led senior executive assignments for sports organizations, major sports leagues, teams, conferences, and educational institutions. Based in New York, she will also work with foundations and other nonprofits focused on sports, education, and wellness. Ms. Boardman was previously
AIMS International Adds Singapore-Based Firm as Newest Partner
AIMS International has partnered with Singapore-based The People At Work. The People At Work, which was founded in 2000, is an executive search firm serving global companies and large local conglomerates in sectors that include banking & financial services, healthcare & life sciences, consumer, logistics, industry/manufacturing, chemicals, automotive/related and environment. “I am extremely happy by
TMP Worldwide Opens Midwest Office
TMP Worldwide Advertising & Communications, LLC, a global technology-enabled talent acquisition company, has expanded its presence in the Midwest region with the establishment of a new office in Bloomington, Minnesota. The company also recently opened offices in Germany, India and Ireland. “TMP’s goal is to improve the talent acquisition process through a unique mix of
BCA, Executive Recruiters Fills HR Post for Clearwater Paper
BCA, Executive Recruiters has placed Cathy Elsasser as the HR director for the consumer products division, Western region for Clearwater Paper. Ms. Elsasser previously held numerous senior human resources positions for Honeywell, Tiffany and Corning. BCA’s chief operating officer and SVP recruitment, Joe Gonzalez, led the search. Clearwater Paper is a provider of private label
CTPartners Reports A Loss And A Flat Year
CTPartners Executive Search Inc./(NYSE:CTP) reported that its net revenue for 2013 was $130.3 million, a 1.5 percent increase compared to net revenue of $128.4 million the prior year. The company reported a net loss for the year of $1.6 million, or $0.23 per share, compared to a net loss of $3.6 million, or $0.51 per
Executives Online Makes New Additions in Netherlands and France
International interim management and executive recruitment company Executives Online has added Jan Piet van der Plank as a partner in its Netherlands office where he will focus on manufacturing and energy sectors. Mr. van der Plank is a seasoned management executive with a career spanning 25 years in multinational companies including Alcoa, Total Caterpillar, Wartsila,
