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Kirk Palmer Associates Places Chief Commercial Officer at PetSmart
Retail-focused executive search firm Kirk Palmer Associates has recruited Jesica Duarte as executive vice president and chief commercial officer of PetSmart. Dana Levine, Suzannah Brown, and Jennifer Riemer led the assignment. “Jesica is a strategic and growth-minded leader, with an impressive career tenure working across successful retail brands,” said Ken Hicks, president and CEO of PetSmart. “She has
Hiring for Impact: Aligning Talent with Your Organization’s Mission
Your non-profit is more than an organization—it’s a mission-driven movement with a purpose. So why are you hiring people who only punch the clock, asked ExecSearches.com’s F. Jay Hall. “The days of simply checking off a resume for the right years of experience are over,” he said. “You’re not just looking for a new employee; you’re
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.
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
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?
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
How to Kick Off an Executive Search the Right Way
As leadership demands grow more complex, organizations are increasingly recognizing that a successful executive search begins long before candidate outreach or interviews take place. Search consultants say the strongest outcomes are driven by early alignment around business strategy, organizational culture, leadership expectations, and the capabilities needed to support future growth. Rather than simply filling an
Why Structured Interviews Lead to Better Hiring
As organizations compete for leadership talent, many are reexamining how executive interviews are conducted and whether traditional hiring instincts are leading to the best decisions. Increasingly, research is showing that structured interviews built around standardized questions and evaluation criteria deliver more reliable hiring outcomes than conversational, free-flowing assessments. Talent experts say the approach not only
Rethinking Career Loyalty in the Age of Gen Z and Millennials
As leadership priorities continue to evolve, executive search firms are seeing a growing shift in how candidates evaluate long-term career opportunities. Today’s professionals are placing greater emphasis on purpose, culture, mentorship, flexibility, and personal growth alongside compensation and title. Recruiters say organizations that can clearly communicate vision, invest in employee development, and foster strong leadership
Coulter Partners Recruits Chief Scientific Officer for Laigo Bio
Life sciences recruiting specialist Coulter Partners has recruited Richard C.A. Sainson as the new chief scientific officer of Laigo Bio. “It was a privilege to partner with Matthew and the Laigo board,” said Kay Wardle, managing partner at Coulter Partners. “Targeted protein degradation is one of the most exciting frontier areas of drug discovery, and finding a chief
Blue Rock Human Capital Recruits Chief People Officer for Michelli Weighing & Measurement
Talent acquisition strategies at many large companies have become as complex as their balance sheets. And while chief human resource officers play a vital role in overseeing an organization’s broad-based workforce, the chief people officer typically goes beyond overseeing its people policies. The focus instead is on building talent as a key competitive advantage, with more
Modern Executive Solutions Appoints Chief Experience Officer
Atlanta-headquartered search firm Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Dean Carter as its chief experience officer. “We are thrilled to announce that Dean is the new chief experience officer for Modern,” the search firm said. “At Modern we are building a business and a movement to redefine the future of leadership, a mission
Pearson Partners Elects Co-Founder as CEO
Pearson Partners International has elected Keith Pearson, vice chairman and president, to succeed founder Bob Pearson as president, chief executive officer and vice chairman. He will manage the firm’s strategic direction and day-to-day operations and will continue to specialize in sourcing high-quality leadership talent for Fortune 1000 and private equity portfolio companies. Keith Pearson and
Patrick Prout Selected to Head IRC’s Financial Services Practice
IRC Global Executive Search Partners (IRC) has named Patrick M. Prout, president and chief executive officer of The Prout Group, as head of its financial services practice. “Our practice group leaders intensify the contacts between various IRC members, and develop IRC’s huge potential – which benefits all our clients, worldwide.” said Malcolm Duncan, president of
Cornerstone OnDemand Strengthens Board
Cornerstone OnDemand Inc., a global leader in cloud-based talent management software solutions, has announced that Joe Payne, former CEO of cloud-based marketing automation leader Eloqua, Inc., has joined its board of directors. Mr. Payne served as CEO and member of the board of directors of Eloqua from January 2007 until the company’s acquisition by Oracle
JDG Associates Fills CIO Post for Federal Emergency Management Agency
Executive search firm JDG Associates Ltd. has placed Adrian Gardner as the new chief information officer for the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Most recently, Mr. Gardner served as the CIO and director of the information and technology communications directorate for NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center. JDG Associates has been serving the executive recruitment needs of
Odgers Berndtson Adds Partner in Montreal
Executive search firm Odgers Berndtson has added Nathalie Francisci to its Montreal office as a partner. Ms. Francisci will focus on senior-level assignments in the financial services sector, as well as for crown corporations and large not-for-profit organizations. An expert on governance and diversity issues, Ms. Francisci currently sits on a number of boards, including
Witt/Kieffer to Lead Search for Zoologial Society of Florida
Executive search firm Witt/Kieffer has been selected by The Zoological Society of Florida to lead the recruitment of the organization’s new president and CEO. Senior partner Gregory Santore and consultant Jennifer Biehn will lead the search for Witt/Kieffer. “Witt/Kieffer’s strong track record of identifying exceptional leaders for organizations like ours that serve society speaks for
Buck Consultants Appoints Principal
Buck Consultants, a Xerox company and provider of human resource and benefits consulting, has appointed Joanne Jacobson as principal and retirement ERISA compliance consultant. Ms. Jacobson’s responsibilities include analyzing legislative, regulatory, and judicial developments and communicating key issues to Buck consultants and clients. She is located in the firm’s Washington, D.C. office. Ms. Jacobson joins
CTPartners Names Co-Leaders Of Industrial Practice
CTPartners has added Jim Aslaksen and Andy Talkington as vice chairmen and co-leaders of the firm's industrial practice. Mr. Aslaksen will be based in Chicago and Mr. Talkington in Houston. Mr. Aslaksen joins CTPartners from Korn/Ferry International, where he was the chemicals' sector co-global leader. He brings over 20 years of recruiting experience. Mr. Talkington
Amrop Names Nine New Partners
Global executive search firm Amrop has appointed nine new partners to its global network of executive search consultants. Ricardo Amatto joins the firm in Brazil and will be responsible for Amrop’s financial services practice (commercial banking, investment banking, insurance, asset & wealth management, credit cards and payments and private equity) in the region. Previously, he
Everjoy Consulting Adds Senior Consultant
Everjoy Consulting has added Rachel Beauchamp to its team as a senior recruitment consultant. Ms. Beauchamp has over 20 years of IT, resourcing and recruitment experience across a range of areas but with a specialization within the SAP marketplace. Her recruitment expertise includes ERP (SAP, Oracle), project management, business intelligence, IT infrastructure, and management consulting,
Carrington & Carrington Fills Position for Missouri Baptist
Search firm Carrington & Carrington, LTD. has placed Michael Kelly as the new vice president, hospital operations for Missouri Baptist Medical Center/BJC HealthCare. Missouri Baptist is a 489-bed acute-care hospital located in west St. Louis County. Headquartered in Chicago, with offices in Washington, D.C., and Memphis, Carrington & Carrington places candidates in middle management and
Welocalize Launches New Recruiting Solution
Welocalize, a provider of translation and localization solutions, has launched the specialized WeStaffing solution to help global brands access top talent for language services programs worldwide. The dedicated WeStaffing team provides retained and executive search, onsite and offsite contractors and permanent placement services for clients that need translators, vendor managers, testers and linguists, native and
Pearson Partners Expands Dallas Office with New VP
Pearson Partners International has named Heather Thomas as a vice president in its Dallas office. Ms. Thomas will help clients build leadership teams in the board room, senior executive suite and for senior management. Ms. Thomas was previously a regional vice president for eight years at Robert Half Management Resources, a professional services division that
Leadership Capital Group Fills CTO Post for Kaiser Permanente
Leadership Capital Group has placed Mike Sutten as senior vice president of information technology and chief technology officer at Kaiser Permanente. Most recently, Mr. Sutten served for five years as the CTO and deputy CIO for the U.S. Government. With a proud history of more than six decades, Kaiser Permanente is the country’s largest not-for-profit
Sucherman Consulting Group Adds Search Consultants
Sucherman Consulting Group Inc., a management consulting and executive search firm in the media and entertainment industries, has added Christina Sampaio-Forman and Mary Bryan Moore as search consultants in its Los Angeles and New York offices. Prior to joining Sucherman Consulting, Ms. Sampaio-Forman founded Eight Minds, an independent ‘think tank’ for television and film production
Paychex Partners with Kashoo
Paychex, Inc., a provider of payroll, human resource, and employee benefits solutions for small and medium-sized businesses, has partnered with Kashoo, a provider of cloud accounting software. Available on the web and via the Kashoo iPad app, Kashoo helps small business owners manage their business finances and collaborate with their accountants. “We are very excited
Economic Stability Leading to Uptick in Human Capital Investment
Companies are once again investing in human capital for the long haul, owing to stabilizing economies in developed markets and escalating global market competitiveness across multiple industries, according to the quarterly Boyden Executive Outlook. “Until recently, companies were limiting hiring to C-level and critical senior roles and remained skittish in making long-term plans to expand
Jacobson Group Puts Focus on New York Metro Region
Recruiting firm The Jacobson Group has added Lisa Rothman as engagement director. As part of Jacobson’s executive search practice, Ms. Rothman will consult with insurance organizations from all sectors of the industry on C-level, vice president and other executive-level searches. She will specifically focus on clients in the New York metro area. “Lisa’s deep search
Harris Search to Lead Search for Old Dominion University
Dublin, Ohio-based Harris Search Associates has been retained by Old Dominion University (ODU) to lead in its search for a new vice president of research. Established in 1930, Old Dominion University is a public research university located in Norfolk, Virginia. Founded in 1997, Harris Search Associates is a member of IIC Partners with 53 offices
WorkForce Software Selected by Western Financial
Western Financial Group (Western), a diversified insurance company, has chosen WorkForce Software’s EmpCenter workforce management solution to better manage its rapidly growing employee base. WorkForce Software is a provider of workforce management solutions for organizations with complex labor policies and stringent compliance demands. “As our company pursued an aggressive expansion plan, it was essential that
Morgan Samuels Names Head of Board Services Practice
Morgan Samuels, an L.A.-based human capital consulting firm, has appointed Jeff Hodge as a senior client partner. He will be leading the firm's board services practice, as well as working to expand its Northern California presence. Mr. Hodge was most recently vice chairman at Diversified Search, where his executive search practice focused on assignments to
Korn Ferry Adds Partner in U.K.
Korn/Ferry International has added Chris Donkin to its U.K. business as a senior client partner in the firm's industrial practice with a focus on the global automotive sector. Mr. Donkin will be focusing on developing Korn/Ferry’s leadership and talent consulting business in the automotive sector. Prior to joining Korn/Ferry, he was chief executive of Magma
Buffkin Group Completes Search for Magazines.com
Executive search firm The Buffkin Group has completed its search assignment with Magazines.com to select Brian Lang as its new director of acquisitions and Treye Johnson as the new director of CRM. With thousands of magazines on sale every day,Magazines.com offers an easy way to discover hot new reads and helps them track magazine subscriptions.
SilkRoad Announces New Product Enhancements; Forms Partnership with Visier
SilkRoad, a provider of cloud-based talent management solutions, has made enhancements to its life suite of integrated HRMS, talent acquisition, and talent development software. “Effective talent management requires a continuous evolution of the ways that companies attract, develop, and retain employees,” said John Shackleton, president and CEO of SilkRoad. “Our fall product enhancements facilitate greater
Nosal Partners Founder Sentencing Delayed
After hearing a half hour of arguments, the judge in the trade secrets theft case of executive recruiter David Nosal put sentencing over and ordered an evidentiary hearing to determine the amount of loss Mr. Nosal caused by stealing trade secrets. Mr. Nosal, founding chairman and CEO of San Francisco-based Nosal Partners LLC, was convicted
Third Street Partners Opens for Business
Executive recruiter Laura Pollock has launched Third Street Partners, a boutique executive search firm specializing in the investment management sector. David Schumer has joined the firm as principal. Ms. Pollock has conducted senior-level searches in investment management for more than a decade, and has worked closely with global investment management organizations. She was previously a
Borderless Executive Search Adds Consultant
Brussels-based Borderless Executive Search has added Ronald Wintzeus as a consultant. Mr. Wintzeus will support multinationals, expanding mid-caps and start-up companies in attracting and developing senior leadership teams. He was formerly an executive recruiter with DHR International and Korn/Ferry International. “Borderless continues to expand its team of specialist consultants in order to meet the growing
DavenportMajor Completes Search for Cricket Communications
DavenportMajor Executive Search has placed Lee Siegfried as vice president of ecommerce at Cricket Communications. Mr. Siegfried previously served as executive director of ecommerce at Dell. Cricket is a simple, affordable wireless service offering consumers and local businesses a flat-rate unlimited service over the latest technology, high-quality, all-digital wireless network. DavenportMajor is an executive search
Koltin Consulting Group Completes Search for CohnReznick
Koltin Consulting Group, a provider of management consulting and executive search services, has placed Bill Andreozzi as tax partner with CohnReznick’s Los Angeles office. The search was led by managing director Geremy Cepin. Mr. Andreozzi has more than 20 years of diverse tax experience in federal, state, and international tax areas. Koltin Consulting Group provides
Mansfield & Associates Opens Office in Serbia
Mansfield & Associates, Ltd., a research driven executive search firm with offices in Cleveland, Fort Myers, Minneapolis, Chicago, San Diego and Budapest, has opened a new office in Serbia with the addition of Erika Blazic as a senior associate. Ms. Blazic has extensive background in HR generalist affairs, including experience in employee recruitment and retention,
Lumesse Releases Accelerator
Lumesse, a global leader in integrated talent management solutions, has launched Accelerator, a new offering that combines the services of onboarding, learning and social — available on its TalentLink platform. Accelerator will allow companies to fast-track time to productivity and drive new hire engagement; it is designed for HR executives, recruiters and learning and development
