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The Energists Appoints Partner
Houston-based The Energists has named Sheharyar Khan as partner. He will work closely with clients across North America, Europe, and the Middle East. “Sheharyar represents exactly the kind of forward-looking leadership our clients expect from us,” said Jon Hill, managing partner. “His analytical discipline, technical fluency, and client-side pragmatism, strengthened by his time at PwC, make him an effective advisor to organizations seeking executives who can
Why Executive Search Firms Remain Essential for High-Stakes Leadership Hires
Executive search firms deliver unique value when filling leadership positions that impact organizational performance, according to a new study from Denver, CO-based TriSearch. Reports find that most qualified executive candidates (85 percent) aren’t actively seeking opportunities, making traditional recruitment methods insufficient. These firms provide access to a network of passive candidates developed through years of relationship
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.
DHR Global Expands Middle East and Africa Presence
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has expanded with the addition of Michael Patrick Okumu-Ringa as managing partner, Middle East and Africa. Based in Dubai, he will lead the expansion of DHR’s regional business, building its team and strengthening its executive search and leadership advisory capabilities while connecting regional clients with international talent in partnership with DHR’s London office. “The
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?
Talentfoot Grows HR Practice
Talentfoot Executive Search has expanded with the addition of Gabe Peacock as associate partner, helping drive the continued growth of the firm’s human resources practice. “With Gabe joining the team, Talentfoot is continuing to expand our ability to support clients in finding HR leaders who can solve complex people challenges, strengthen culture, scale people operations,
Artico Search Founders Reflect on Five Years of Growth and Lessons Learned
Five years after its founding, Artico Search has grown from a two-person venture into a boutique executive search firm serving venture capital, private equity-backed, and publicly traded companies. Founded in 2021 by Mercedes Chatfield-Taylor, CEO and co-founder, and Matt Comyns, president and co-founder, the firm has built its business around emerging technology, with particular depth
Caldwell Sells IQTalent Partners to WinMil for $4.7 Million
Toronto-based Caldwell has completed the sale of substantially all of the net operating assets of its wholly owned subsidiary, IQTalent Partners, Inc., to WinMil, Inc. WinMil will continue to operate the business under the IQTalent name and brand. In 2020, Caldwell acquired IQTalent to broaden its service offerings into technology-enabled recruiting solutions at the professional level.
WittKieffer Selected by Park University for President Search
Oak Brook, IL-based WittKieffer has been retained by Park University to lead in its search for a new president. Consultant Alejandra Gillette-Teran, principal Melody Rose and associate Sarah Seavey are spearheading the assignment for the search firm. Reporting to an engaged board of trustees, the president will be expected to grow the University into the future. The president provides leadership in
NPAG Leading Executive Director Search for SEAL
Executive search firm NPAG was recently retained by SEAL (Sobrato Early Academic Language) to lead in its search for a new executive director. Allison Kupfer Poteet, managing partner, is leading the search along with Alejandra Villa, managing associate. The organization seeks a strong enterprise leader with strategic and financial acumen, experience leading through change, and genuine credibility
August Leadership Appoints Senior Advisor in Tokyo
August Leadership has named Paul Dupuis as senior advisor in Tokyo. “We are delighted to have Paul join August Leadership,” the firm said in a LinkedIn post. “His experience will add significant depth as we aim to strengthen our presence and relationships in Japan, alongside our broader APAC capabilities.” With more than 30 years of leadership
C-Suite Volatility Reshapes Talent Market, Creating Expanding Role for Search Firms
Crist|Kolder Associates’ latest 2026 Mid-Year Volatility Report provides a detailed look at leadership trends across 665 Fortune 500 and S&P 500 companies. Tracking executive changes through July 31, the research examines CEO, CFO, and COO turnover, career paths, diversity, and the emergence of new leadership positions as organizations adapt to an increasingly complex business environment.
The McCormick Group Completes Searches for Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies
The McCormick Group, an Arlington, VA-based executive recruitment firm, has assisted in the recruitment of Rodney Whitlock, Debbie Curtis, Katie Waldo, and Maddie News to the federal health policy practice of Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies, the bipartisan government relations and communications affiliate of international law firm Cozen O’Connor. The search was led by principal David
Krauthamer & Associates Selected by Regional Transportation District for CEO Search
Krauthamer & Associates (K&A) has been retained by the Regional Transportation District (RTD) in Denver, CO, to lead in its search for a new CEO. “RTD seeks a CEO who can continue strengthening the agency’s fiscal foundation, drive long‑range funding solutions, and guide RTD through budget challenges while advancing innovation, equity, transit service delivery and the
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,
Boyden Forms Alliance with South African firm Tuesday Consulting
Boyden has formed a partnership with South African firm Tuesday Consulting, an executive search and advisory firm helping clients drive growth through sustainable human capital resourcing practices. The partnership will be led by seasoned industry executives Wendy Spalding and Tsholofelo Nketane, along with a team of nine professionals from Tuesday Consulting. “Partnering with Tuesday Consulting represents an
Leadership in Uncertain Times: How Executives Adapt
Leadership has always required navigating change, but today’s executives operate in an environment where geopolitical developments, economic uncertainty, and evolving market expectations can quickly reshape business priorities. This places renewed attention on how leaders set direction, strengthen organizational resilience and prepare their businesses for an uncertain future. According to the latest Kestria Global Leadership Barometer, geopolitical
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
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
A Look at the Trends Impacting Executive Search Today
Recruiting top talent today is more complex than ever. Return to work, the ban on non-competes, and the critical importance of company culture are changing the way we approach executive search. But these are not the only factors influencing recruiting practices, according to Alissa Henriksen, co-founder and co-president of Grey Search + Strategy. “More trends
Diversified Search Completes Board Searches for Barnes Group and CIGNA
Diversified Search has placed Jo Anna Sohovich, president of Stanley & Decker Industrial/Automotive, as a member of the board of directors at The Barnes Group Inc. The search was led by Diversified Search president Dale E. Jones and managing director Cheryl D’Cruz Young. Diversified Search also recruited Michelle Gass, chief customer officer of Kohl’s Department
Spencer Stuart Conducting CEO Search for the Advertising Council
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been retained by The Advertising Council to lead its search for a new president and chief executive officer; current president and CEO Peggy Conlon has announced her retirement. The Ad Council is a non-profit and the largest producer of public service communications programs in the U.S. The organization received
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
