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BoardWalk Consulting Assists the Lumpkin Family Foundation with Executive Director Search
Executive recruitment firm BoardWalk Consulting has assisted in the placement of Heidi Dusek as executive director of the Lumpkin Family Foundation. Founder Sam Pettway and senior research associate Lysondra Somerville led the assignment. Bruce Karmazin, the foundation’s executive director since 2001, told the board of his intention to retire this summer. “Deep appreciation is also given to the search committee, chair Steve Shirar,
ADK Consulting & Executive Search Recruits Airport Director for Addison Airport
ADK Consulting & Executive Search has recruited Jaime Edrosa as airport director of Addison Airport (ADS), one of the largest general aviation airports in the United States. Senior project manager Kenneth Gwyn led the search team. “Jaime Edrosa’s broad experience across airport operations, construction, and security, paired with his collaborative leadership style, makes him an outstanding fit to
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.
The Talent Studios Places CEO at GIBBON North America
The Talent Studios has placed Luke Droulez as the new CEO of GIBBON North America. The search was led by Katlyn Maloney and Jeremy Cohen. Mr. Droulez is an executive leader with a proven track record of scaling consumer brands from early stage to nine figures. He was an early executive leader and chief marketing officer of native digital
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?
Pacific International Executive Search Expands Advisory Board
London-headquartered executive search firm Pacific International Executive Search has appointed Beth Albright to its advisory board. “Beth Albright is an exceptional addition to our advisory board,” said David Howells, CEO of Pacific International. “Her deep governance expertise, her track record of guiding organizations through IPOs, M&A integrations, and large-scale transformations, and her recognized leadership in human capital management
Asset Management’s Next Edge Is Organizational, Not Financial
Citrin Cooperman’s 2026 Asset Management Survey Report highlights an industry undergoing meaningful transition. Their survey of 300 senior leaders across private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, private credit, and funds of funds points to a market increasingly shaped by institutional capital, operational pressure, and changing investor expectations. What stands out most is not simply the economic uncertainty facing
TurnkeyZRG Seeking Men’s Lacrosse Head Coach for Fairfield University
TurnkeyZRG has been retained by Fairfield University to lead in a nationwide search for a new men’s lacrosse head coach. Katy Young Staudt, vice president, college & coaching practice, is leading the assignment. The head coach will be responsible for directing all phases of a championship-caliber Division I Men’s Lacrosse program within the NCAA and Coastal Athletic Association, with an
BroadView Talent Partners Recruits CEO for the Freestore Foodbank
BroadView Talent Partners has assisted in the recruitment of Kreg Keesee as the new president and CEO of the Freestore Foodbank. Christie Angel, Melania DaSilva Deaver, Donna Young, and Robyn Quinn led the assignment. “Kreg brings a proven track record of building high-performing teams and turning strategy into action,” board chair Dwinelva Zackery said. “We are confident he is the right leader to
Streamlining the Hiring Process to Secure Top Talent
In a competitive hiring market, speed and preparation can often make the difference between securing a top candidate and losing them to another opportunity. With many professionals exploring new roles while remaining fully employed, organizations must balance thorough evaluation with an efficient and well-coordinated recruitment process. The most successful employers are those that approach hiring
DHR Global Adds New Partner in Singapore
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has expanded with the addition of Veronique Denis-Pelliet as a partner in its technology and retail & consumer practices in Singapore. A seasoned executive with over 10 years of experience in executive search, ESG leadership, sales, and international business development, Ms. Denis-Pelliet has led multicultural teams and driven growth in Southeast Asia, China, Europe,
Assessing Business Development Talent Without Slowing the Hiring Process
Companies are placing greater emphasis on improving hiring accuracy as competition for high-performing talent intensifies across the market. Yet many organizations continue to rely on inconsistent interview practices, subjective evaluations, and selection processes that create unnecessary friction for both candidates and internal stakeholders. Most hiring failures do not happen because companies move too fast. They
Academic Search Recruits President for Henry Ford College
Academic Search has placed David M. Knezek as the seventh president of Henry Ford College. Shirley Robinson Pippins and Richard Cummins led the assignment. Mr. Knezek, currently serving as chief operating officer of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and as an elected Wayne County commissioner, will assume the presidency later this year, succeeding interim president Dr. Lori
Fabric.AI Taps Egon Zehnder for Critical Search
Global leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder has been retained by NASDAQ-traded AI infrastructure company Fabric.AI to lead the search for a senior project management executive. “Egon Zehnder’s reputation, global reach, and deep expertise across AI, advanced technologies, and organizational leadership make them an ideal partner for Fabric.AI at this stage of our growth,” said Josh Silverman, CEO of
Caldwell Expands in London and Madrid
Toronto-based Caldwell has expanded with the addition of Alex Langridge as a partner in the firm’s financial services practice. Based in London, Mr. Langridge advises clients across financial services and fintech on senior executive and board appointments, succession planning, organizational design, and transformational leadership hiring. “Alex’s appointment reflects our continued investment in expanding Caldwell’s financial
Fama Technologies Granted U.S. Patent on Foundational AI-Powered Social Media Screening Technology
Fama Technologies, providers of AI-powered online screening, has announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has allowed all claims in its patent application covering the foundational technology behind social media background screening. The patent, titled “System for Searching and Correlating Online Activity with Individual Classification Factors,” has a priority date of November
Updating How You Work So AI Can Actually Deliver
AI adoption is no longer a technology challenge, it is an operational one. Companies that generate lasting value from AI will be the ones willing to redesign workflows, redefine leadership responsibilities, and embed AI directly into how work gets done every day. Most companies will not fail at AI because they chose the wrong model,
Vetted Solutions Assists CoreNet Global with CEO Search
Following an extensive search process, Washington, D.C.-based Vetted Solutions has assisted in the recruitment of Vicki Worden as the new CEO of CoreNet Global. “Vicki Worden demonstrates exemplary leadership through her collaborative approach,” said Jamie Leary-Erickson, CoreNet Global board chair. “Vicki’s extensive experience in the architecture, engineering, and commercial real estate sectors, combined with her global perspective
BarkerGilmore Places Head of Legal at Vantage Elevator Solutions
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has placed Keinan Meginniss as VP, head of legal at Vantage Elevator Solutions. The search was led by Stephen Bell and Alison Waters. “Keinan joins the organization at an exciting time as the company continues to expand its operations and strengthen its leadership team
NGS Global Adds TalentXera
Wilmington, DE-headquartered executive search firm NGS Global has added Saúl Almendárez and his team at TalentXera. This expands the firm’s capabilities across Mexico and the broader Latin America region. Mr. Almendárez is based in Mexico City, where he has spent more than 20 years building an exceptional team and a highly regarded brand in the executive search industry. Along
IMD International Search Group Elects New Board Members
Global executive search consortium IMD International Search Group recently had delegates from member firms meet in Helsinki, Finland, and announced the election of several board members. Ben Tucker (Minerva, IMD U.K.) transitions from director to VP finance and legal. Eva Nielsen (Lisberg, IMD Sweden) is reelected for a second mandate as director while Terhi Heikkinen (IMS Talent,
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Launch Recruiter Performance Training Program
The executive search industry has a training challenge. For years, recruiting firms have depended on apprenticeship-style development, learning through observation, informal mentoring, and varying management approaches. That model works for some, but it does not scale effectively. In a market increasingly shaped by AI, speed, precision, and commercial demands, inconsistent recruiter performance is no longer
Executive Search Firms Confront the AI Transformation
As AI rapidly reshapes the executive search landscape, recruiting firms are facing growing pressure to modernize how they identify, assess, and engage leadership talent. Industry experts say AI-driven sourcing, predictive analytics, and automation tools are helping firms accelerate search timelines and expand candidate reach, while also forcing recruiters to rethink where their true value lies.
Cooper Coleman Recruits CFO the Center for Child Protection
Cooper Coleman LLC has placed William Wade as chief financial officer of the Center for Child Protection (CCP) in Austin, TX. The national search was led by Johnny Cooper, founder and CEO of Cooper Coleman. “Dion brings the kind of strategic thinking and mission alignment CCP needs in its CFO,” said Mr. Cooper. “They are doing remarkable work,
Boyden Assists Kerry’s Place Autism Services with CEO Search
Boyden has recruited Normandie Wragg as the new president and CEO of Kerry’s Place Autism Services in Ontario. The appointment follows the previously announced retirement of CEO Susan VanDeVelde-Coke at the end of June. The search was led by partners Jim Stonehouse and Pamela Colquhoun, and Kathy Luu, senior associate. “Normandie is a highly accomplished, values-driven
Modern Executive Solutions Expands Technology Practice
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Moises Velilla as managing director in its technology practice. He brings deep experience advising organizations on senior leadership hiring and talent strategy across technology and transformation. Mr. Velilla specializes in advising clients on executive talent strategy and recruiting transformative technology and professional services leaders. He
AI’s Next Test: Can It Actually Drive Growth?
A massive opportunity, and a critical trust gap, is emerging among corporate leaders. According to EY-Parthenon’s Growth Survey of 271 U.S. executives, 78 percent believe AI will accelerate growth, even as nearly 80 percent say the growth environment has become more challenging over the past year. Yet only about a third trust AI inputs for high-stakes decisions such
Retained vs. Contingent Search: Choosing the Right Executive Search Model
As companies navigate increasingly complex leadership challenges, the pressure to make the right executive hiring decision has never been greater. Boards and leadership teams are looking beyond resumes and credentials, placing greater emphasis on cultural alignment, long-term business impact, and a candidate’s ability to guide organizations through growth, transformation, and uncertainty. At the same time,
Brettschneider Executive Search Completes Search for Western Colorado University
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search recently assisted in the recruitment of Sharoni Little as dean of Western Colorado University’s School of Business. “Dr. Little’s forward-thinking approach will help shape the future of business education at Western, creating opportunities for students to thrive in today’s competitive economy,” said Brad Baca, president. With a career spanning academia, corporate leadership,
Ren Systems Appoints Head of Product
Ren Systems, an AI-powered relationship intelligence platform used by sales, business development, and professional services leaders, recently expanded with the addition of Nick Wynja as head of product. “As we’ve scaled Ren to 70+ enterprise customers and accelerated our feature release cycle, it became clear that we needed focused product leadership,” the company said in
ZRG Secures $120 Million in Funding
ZRG, a global talent advisory firm and portfolio company of RFE Investment Partners, has secured $120 million in debt financing from Main Street Capital Corporation and its affiliates. “This significant funding will bolster ZRG’s growth initiatives and enhance its ability to deliver innovative talent solutions to clients worldwide,” the firm said. “It is a great time to
Accelent Appoints New Partner
Accelent, Inc. has added Donna Carlin as partner. With over 25 years' experience as a senior human resources change management leader, Ms. Carlin has a record of achieving measurable results in mid-sized and large domestic and global organizations. She will be heading the human resources search practice at Accelent. Ms. Carlin was a former client
AIA Worldwide Opens in Dublin; Names Country Manager
AIA Worldwide has named Fiona O'Sullivan as country manager for its newly established satellite office in Dublin, Ireland. In her new role, Ms. O'Sullivan will leverage more than two decades of experience in helping organizations devise communication strategies and enhance their employer brand. She is responsible for growing market share and ensuring that AIA's global
WNS and Ramco Systems Partner to Deliver New HR Service
WNS (Holdings) Limited, a provider of global business process management services, and Ramco Systems, an enterprise software product company focused on delivering ERP applications on cloud, tablets and smart phones, have formed a strategic partnership to serve the human resources outsourcing marketplace across industries. The joint offering will initially be targeted at customers in the
Global Sage Acquires Davids & Co.
Executive search firm Global Sage has acquired Davids & Co., a boutique search firm dedicated to coverage in global insurance. The acquisition will further expand the international insurance network of Global Sage, which has offices in New York, London, Zurich, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Singapore, Jakarta, Seoul, Beijing and Johannesburg. Davids & Co. founder and CEO,
Heidrick & Struggles Makes Addition to Consumer Markets Practice
Executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has added Heidi Rustin as a partner in its consumer markets practice based in the New York. Ms. Rustin brings over 13 years of experience in the fashion, luxury and retail sectors as well as cross-functional expertise in marketing and sales, finance, merchandising and general management. She was
The Human Capital Group Fills Position for CP Kelco
Brentwood, TN-based The Human Capital Group, Inc. has placed Matt Turner as the director of operations – Biogums, at CP Kelco. Mr. Turner has 20 years of manufacturing, operations and leadership experience at Cargill and Golden Peanut, and most recently with Justin’s Nut Butter as COO. CP Kelco, a division of JM Huber Corporation, with
Corporate Resources Services to Unveil Recruiting Solution to US Market
Corporate Resource Services, Inc. (CRS), a diversified staffing, recruiting, and consulting services firm, is preparing to launch its new iintegra Software in the U.S. The company recently acquired Flex Recruitment team in the U.K. to develop the software, which is a recruitment solutions platform designed for companies to attract, acquire and recruit suitable candidates. Mark.
Boyden Makes Major Foray into Canadian Market
Executive search firm Boyden has significantly expanded its presence in the burgeoning Canadian marketplace with the addition of more than 80 professionals from the Vancouver and Ottawa offices of rival Odgers Berndtson. “Our new colleagues bring world class expertise and a commitment to client service that is a great strategic fit for our expansion in
Egon Zehnder Study Finds New Leadership Paradigm
Executives navigating today’s complex business landscape no longer can rely on past experience to drive future performance success, according to a global study released by Egon Zehnder. The study of more than 800 executives from around the world found that a new leadership paradigm is emerging that shifts away from what leaders know and toward
Preston & Partners Grows Staff in Atlanta
Preston & Partners Talent Solutions has expanded its Atlanta office with the addition of Candice St. Pierre. Ms. St. Pierre joins Preston after six years with Atkins Nutritionals. “We are thrilled to have Candice join our firm. Her experience in working with consumer centric companies is a perfect fit with our growth in the natural
B.E. Smith Finds CEO for Madison County Hospital
Executive recruiting firm B.E. Smith has placed Dana Engle as the new chief executive officer for Madison County Hospital. Formerly, Ms. Engle held the role of CEO for Rocking Horse Community Health Center. “Madison County Hospital was seeking an experienced senior healthcare executive to provide strategic and operational leadership while continuing to drive the organization’s
Berwick Partners Strengthens Retail Practice
Berwick Partners has named Tamsin Terry-Lush as a principal consultant working in the firm's consumer retail practice with a focus on retail. Ms. Terry-Lush joins with experience from a variety of resourcing and talent acquisition roles. After completing a general management graduate training scheme in luxury retail she moved to work within HR. This was
Alexander Hughes Adds to Moscow Office
Alexander Hughes has added Luba Gurova as a consultant in its Moscow office. Ms. Gurova is a consulting and communication expert with nearly 10 years of experience in C-level advisory for 30 Russian and international companies. She brings consulting experience in the sectors of energy, financial services, legal services, consumer goods, travel & tourism, construction,
Korn Ferry Posts 23 Percent Revenue Gain
Korn/Ferry/(NYSE:KFY) posted fee revenues of $238 million for the second quarter of fiscal 2014, an increase of 23 percent from revenues of $196.2 million a year ago. Excluding prior year acquisitions, quarterly fee revenue increased eight percent on a constant currency basis from last year. Fee revenue in executive recruitment was $140.1 million during the
Signium Adds ON Search Partners to Network
Signium International has added ON Search Partners to its global network of executive search firms. Founded in 2006, ON Search Partners provides a highly-personalized, consultative approach to retained executive search. Nine partners operate across the U.S. with offices in the Silicon Valley, Dallas, Minneapolis, Cleveland, and the Baltimore/D.C. areas. Working with both public and private
Sanford Rose Associates Executive Search Network Forms New Alliance
The Sanford Rose Associates Executive Search Network has opened Sanford Rose Associates – Integrated Management. Managing partner Chad Dean leads IMR, an executive search firm with over 23 years of experience exclusively servicing top financial institutions. IMR specializes in quantitative analysts, risk management, sales, trading, structuring and research in the financial markets of the United
DavenportMajor Retained to Lead Searches for Aetherpal
DavenportMajor Executive Search has been selected by AetherPal to lead in its searches for a new vice president of business development and a VP of product management. AetherPal is a provider of connected device support software for mobile operators and wireless device OEMs. DavenportMajor is an executive search firm which specializes in senior executive and
INAC Global Adds Member Firms in Turkey and South Africa
INAC Global has added Turkey-based One World Consulting and South Africa-based Fusion Consulting to its network of executive search firms. One World Consulting has been operating in Istanbul since 2007 and works with local and international businesses across a wide range of industries. Fusion is a 15-year-old generalist search firm serving a mix of medium-to-large
InterQuest Group Acquires Ecom Recruitment
IT staffing specialist InterQuest Group plc has acquired ECOM Recruitment Limited, a U.K.-based digital technology recruitment business, for £7.04 million. Founded in 1999, ECOM has built a leading brand within the digital space and recruits for many of the Top 100 (New Media Age) list of digital agencies. With a team of digital recruitment specialists,
Bolt HR Secures Funding, Appoints CTO
Bolt HR LLC, a venture backed provider of human resources support technology, has closed on a significant investment round from a New York City based boutique private equity fund. The round was filled by the one investor, and the fund made a commitment to funding the long term development of the company. Bolt HR plans
Hanover Search Group Appoints Partner in U.S.
London-based Hanover Search Group has named Scott McKenna as associate partner, Hanover Search (US). Mr. McKenna has over 15 years of executive search experience, having successfully conducted more than 300 engagements in the financial services, consulting, and business services sectors. He previously led executive recruiting for Lincoln Financial Group. “Our global insurance strategy is to
DHR International Adds To HR Practice Group
DHR International has appointed Jerry McGrath as executive vice president and global leader of the firm's human resources practice group. Mr. McGrath, who will be based in New York, brings 30 years of human resources and executive recruiting experience to the firm. He was most recently the leader of Caldwell Partners’ human resources practice and
Novotus Opens in Houston
Novotus, a recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) company, has opened a new location in Houston. This expansion is the second office for Novotus along with several remote-based locations including Dallas-Fort Worth and throughout the country. The facility will serve clients with a variety of recruiting needs including RPO, sourcing services, temporary staffing and contingency along with
AESC Welcomes 11 New Member Firms
The Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) has accepted 11 new retained executive search firms into AESC membership. The AESC has welcomed the following new firms: Atabay Consulting; Big Fish Executive; De Sailly Consulting; Dobroy & Partners International; ECS Partners International; Head Hunters Peru; Lennard Partners; Per Ardua Associates, Steiner Search Group; TASA Worldwide and
Korn Ferry Grows Consumer and Retail Practice
Korn/Ferry International has added Sarah Deckey to the firm’s consumer and retail practice. She will be based out of the New York office. Ms. Deckey was previously the VP of strategy and business development in VF Corporation’s Sportswear coalition, where she was responsible for integrating a broad agenda of consumer insight, strategy, innovation, and brand
Stanton Chase Adds India-Based Firm to Network
Executive search firm Stanton Chase International has added Chairman’s High Circle (CHC) to the Stanton Chase International (SCI) partnership in India. “This is a win-win move for both SCI and CHC and we could not be more pleased,” said George Cross, SCI International chairman. “We are already working together on several major client searches.” Clients
Rosenzweig & Company Names Partner
Rosenzweig & Company, a global provider of executive recruitment solutions, had appointed Larry Chan as a partner. Mr. Chan brings recruitment expertise most recently serving as an executive search consultant with Caldwell Partners. He has also worked at Heidrick & Struggles and Korn Ferry International. Rosenzweig & Company is a high-end global talent management firm
Workday Posts 76 Percent Revenue Increase
Workday, Inc., a leader in SaaS-based enterprise solutions for global human resources, payroll and financial management, has posted revenues of $127.9 million, an increase of 76 percent from the third quarter of fiscal 2013. Subscription revenues were $93.9 million, an increase of 82 percent from the same period last year. Net loss per basic and
Accelent Fills Finance Post For The Institute For Integrative Nutrition
Accelent, Inc. has recruited Robert Pravder as vice president of finance for The Institute for Integrative Nutrition. Mr. Pravder previously served as the chief operating and financial officer for Kardea Nutrition, LLC. The Institute for Integrative Nutrition is a rapidly growing, global online school whose mission is to play a crucial role in improving people’s
Altus Partners Adds to Asset Management and Hedge Fund Practice
Financial services-focused executive search firm Altus Partners has added Tim Johnson to its asset management and hedge fund practice. Mr. Johnson has 25 years industry and search experience, starting his career with L&G, and then moving to AVIVA as a senior investment consultant. After several years in financial services he moved into executive search, taking
Spencer Ogden Opens in Berlin
Recruiting firm Spencer Ogden has opened a new office in Berlin, Germany. Andrew Roberts will head the new office as country manager, DACH. Mr. Roberts brings with him 15 years’ experience in the recruitment sector and will be responsible for growing Spencer Ogden’s presence across Europe. Currently the Berlin team is comprised of four consultants,
