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DHR Global Seeking Executive Director for the Glacier National Park Conservancy
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has been selected by the Glacier National Park Conservancy to find its next executive director. Kris McFeely, Tom Berray, and Emma Kemper are leading this search and eager to connect with mission-driven professionals with experience in fundraising, financial management, team leadership, and a passion for conservation. This critical leadership position is responsible for the
The Moran Company Tapped by National Assistance League to Find New Executive Director
The Moran Company, an executive recruitment firm that specializes in the non-profit sector, has been retained by National Assistance League to lead in its search for a new executive director. Senior search consultant Mike English is leading the assignment. The executive director is responsible for the day-to-day operations of National Assistance League, which includes managing staff,
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.
Modern Executive Solutions Names New Leader to Drive M1 Technology Community Expansion
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Joan Rohs as senior partner, M1 Technology Community. “We’re building an integrated network that connects exceptional leaders, brings together the right expertise, and helps prepare executives for a world being reshaped by AI,” said Mark Oppenheimer, CEO of Modern Executive Solutions. “Joan brings an extraordinary
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?
StevenDouglas Expands HR Practice
StevenDouglas recently expanded with the addition of Brittney Molitor as a director, human resources search. “Brittney takes a highly consultative approach to search, focusing on both the capabilities required for a role and the cultural alignment needed for long-term success,” StevenDouglas said in a LinkedIn post. “She is passionate about building genuine relationships with clients
Insight Partners Launches Empower to Prepare CIOs for Board Roles
AI and software investor Insight Partners has launched Empower, a program that helps Global 2000 CIOs plan and prepare for board seats, startup advisory positions and other portfolio-career paths while they are still in their operating roles. Empower launches with 10 delivery partners, including Diligent, Heidrick & Struggles, Riviera Partners, and Global Mentors Group, and has
Brettschneider Executive Search Tapped by William Paterson University to Find Next Provost
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been retained by William Paterson University (WP) to lead in its search for a provost and senior vice president for academic affairs. Reporting to president Richard J. Helldobler, the provost will serve as chief academic officer and as a visible, collaborative partner to the president, cabinet, deans, and faculty governance bodies.
Klein Hersh Recruits President and CEO for Shenandoah Therapeutics
Klein Hersh, a search firm focused on the life sciences and healthcare industries, has placed Steve Worland as president, CEO and a member of the board of directors at Shenandoah Therapeutics. Co-founder and founding CEO Isabella Graef, has transitioned to chief scientific officer and will continue to lead Shenandoah’s scientific strategy. “I’m delighted to welcome
Harris Search Associates Seeking Research Leader for Texas A&M Semiconductor Institute
Harris Search Associates is currently seeking the inaugural director of research for Texas A&M Semiconductor Institute (TSI). Jeffrey Harris and Richard Skinner are leading the assignment. Working in close partnership with the TSI Director and other Institute leaders, the director of research serves as a catalyst to refine and evolve the TSI’s research strategy, focused on large-scale academic-industry-government private
BarkerGilmore Names Senior Director
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, recently expanded with the addition of Jesus Meraz as senior director. He brings a unique combination of leadership experience, legal training, and strategic business insight to the firm’s executive search practice. His career has been defined by helping organizations identify, attract, and develop
Revenge Quitting Creates New Challenges for Recruiters
You spend weeks helping a team find the right person. A few months later, that same role lands back on your desk because the employee has resigned. Now the position is urgent, the hiring manager wants a replacement right away, and the pressure is coming from every direction. When exits like this occur at particularly
Peña Search Seeking Chief Strategy Officer for Housing Forward
Peña Search was recently retained by Housing Forward to lead in its hunt for a chief strategy officer. Travis Hillier is leading the assignment. Reporting to the president and CEO, the chief strategy officer will serve as Housing Forward’s chief strategist and a member of the executive leadership team. The CSO will oversee the teams
Nexus Search Partners Recruits CEO for Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region
Nexus Search Partners, an executive search and advisory firm in Charlotte, NC, has assisted in the recruitment of Bryant Owens as the new CEO of Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region. He will succeed Laura Belcher, who has served the organization with distinction for more than 12 years. Owens will become the sixth CEO
Charles Aris Launches Interim Search Business
Organizations are increasingly turning to flexible leadership solutions to navigate periods of change, execute strategic initiatives and drive value creation, especially in private equity. In response to this growing demand, Greensboro, NC-based executive search firm Charles Aris Executive Search has launched Charles Aris Interim Solutions, a new division dedicated to connecting organizations with experienced independent talent for interim
Taurean Establishes Investment Search Practice
Taurean recently launched an investment search practice with the addition of Paige Ware as principal in Los Angeles. The practice serves private markets firms across asset classes. “We help these firms shape and build their capital raising and investor relations, origination, and deal teams, and place corporate development leaders into their portfolio companies,” Taurean said in a
The Chief Commercial Officer: Driving Private Equity Value Creation
As private equity firms place greater emphasis on organic growth, commercial leadership is taking on a more central role in value creation. The chief commercial officer (CCO) has become one of the most important post-acquisition hires for private equity sponsors, according to a recent report from Spencer Stuart’s Dave Vidor. As extended hold periods and
The Tolan Group Recruits CEO for U.S. Mobile Health Exams
The Tolan Group (TTG) has placed Eric Hepburn as CEO at U.S. Mobile Health Exams (USMHE) in Jacksonville, FL. He brings more than 30 years of experience in executive leadership, business operations, strategic growth, and organizational transformation. Mr. Hepburn’s appointment brings USMHE an experienced executive with a track record of strengthening business operations, developing scalable
Cooper Coleman Leading CFO Search for Jacksonville Zoological Society
Cooper Coleman LLC has been retained by Jacksonville Zoological Society, Inc. to conduct a national search for its next CFO. “Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens has an ambitious vision for its future, and its next CFO will help shape how those plans move forward,” said Johnny Cooper, founder and CEO of Cooper Coleman. “We’re looking for someone
The Christopher Group Tapped by MITRE for Head of Total Rewards Search
The Christopher Group (TCG), a boutique HR executive search and business solutions recruiting firm, has been selected by MITRE to lead in its search for a head of total rewards. The search is being led by managing partner Ayla Maloney and recruiting director Kat Kilkenney. “This is an incredibly exciting opportunity for a total rewards leader who wants to make
True Establishes Dedicated Private Credit Practice
Global executive talent platform True has launched a dedicated private credit practice, led by Rick Bank, managing director and head of the private credit and private equity practices. The launch comes as private credit enters a significant credit cycle, with 67 percent of portfolio managers citing greater competition and 64 percent citing defaults and credit losses as
Inside the Decisions That Shape Hiring and Careers
Hiring and leadership decisions continue to play an increasingly important role in shaping both individual careers and organizational performance. As companies navigate tighter talent markets, rapid technological change, and evolving expectations around leadership, greater attention is being placed on how executives identify high performers, assess potential, and make decisions about who is ready for greater
ON Partners Recruits Board Members for Artisan Industries
Partners Seth Harris and Shawn Oglesbee of ON Partners have assisted in the recruitment of Stephen S. Schwartz and Gary A. Doyon as new members of the board of directors of Artisan Industries. The addition of two independent directors strengthens the company’s governance and strategic leadership, as Artisan expands its core technologies into high-growth markets, including specialty chemicals, PFAS removal, drug
Reffett Associates Seeking Vice President of Development for the Army Historical Foundation
WA-based Reffett Associates was recently retained by the Army Historical Foundation to recruit its next vice president of development. The Army Historical Foundation is the non-profit organization that supports the National Museum of the United States Army, which honors the service and sacrifice of American soldiers throughout the Army’s history. The vice president of development will play
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
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
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
HRsmart Chosen By Shanduka Group
HRsmart International, a global talent management software company, has announced that Shanduka Group has selected HRsmart’s Talent Management Solution. The company plans to use the entire HRsmart unified solution suite including, applicant tracking, performance management, career development, succession planning and learning management. Shanduka is an investment holding company with a diverse portfolio of listed and
Major, Lindsey & Africa Launches Solutions Practice Group
Search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa has launched its solutions practice group, a new practice area designed to assist organizations in managing complex legal workloads without adding permanent resources. MLA’s solutions practice partners with its clients to provide human capital and flexible workforce solutions; this includes temporary resourcing for interim general counsel services, staff augmentation,
Heidrick & Struggles Names Head of N.A. Healthcare Services and Managed Care Practices
Executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has appointed Michael Loiacano to head its North American healthcare services and managed care search practices. Based in Chicago, Mr. Loiacano has been with the firm since 2008 is also a member of the firm's global life sciences and insurance practices. Don Biskin, U.S. life sciences interim practice
Kaplan & Associates to Lead CEO Search for Northfield Savings Bank
Philadelphia-based executive recruiter Kaplan & Associates, Inc. has been selected by Northfield Savings Bank to lead in its search for a new president and chief executive officer. Thomas Pelletier, current president and CEO, will be leaving the bank in 2015. Northfield Savings Bank was founded in Northfield, VT in 1867 by a schoolmaster and haberdasher
Slone Partners Enhances Advisory Board Expertise
Executive recruiters Slone Partners has added four new specialist members to its advisory board as the firm looks at shifts in healthcare that could impact finding leadership talent for its client portfolio. Dr. Vijay Aggarwal, Ph.D. is a managing partner of The Channel Group. He has over 30 years of experience in both pharmaceutical services
Koltin Consulting Group Fills Position for Lakeland Bancorp
Koltin Consulting Group, a provider of management consulting and executive search services, has placed David Wong as chief audit officer at Lakeland Bancorp. The search was led by managing director Geremy Cepin. Mr. Wong has 30 years of experience as a risk and audit executive with major financial institutions including JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup and Arthur
Global Recruiters Network Launches APP for Search Consultants
Global Recruiters Network (GRN), an executive search firm with over 190 offices worldwide, has launched a new suite of mobile applications: ‘UR Hired’ for candidates, ‘Who’s Next’ for clients and ‘Captain’s Chair’ for office managers. ‘UR Hired’ delivers pertinent information to candidates for every scheduled interview throughout the hiring process. ‘Who’s Next’ prepares clients to
The Ropella Group Completes Search for Oxiteno
Executive search firm The Ropella Group has recruited Carl Cappabianca and Vince Abraham as regional sales managers for Oxiteno. Mr. Cappabianca was previously general manager of Jeen International. Guided by innovation and sustainability, Oxiteno is a Brazilian chemical company that operates worldwide and is a leading manufacturer of surfactants and specialty chemicals. The Ropella Group
Staffing 360 Solutions Grows Senior Management Team
Staffing 360 Solutions, Inc., a provider of staffing services to the IT, financial, accounting, healthcare, and cybersecurity industries, has named Jeff R. Mitchell as its new chief financial officer. As a seasoned executive with over 25 years of finance and accounting experience at both private and public companies, Mr. Mitchell brings a high degree of
Koya Leadership Partners Opens in Chicago
Executive search firm Koya Leadership Partners has opened a new office in Chicago and appointed Alison Ranney as principal. In her new role Ms. Ranney will lead a team of professionals providing executive search services for some of Koya’s top clients. “Alison brings a wealth of executive search experience and a deep commitment to the
Buffkin Group Completes IT Search for Urgent Care of CT
Executive search firm The Buffkin Group has placed Daniel Contaldi as the new vice president of information technology at Urgent Care of Connecticut. Mr. Contaldi was previously VP of IT at Women’s Health USA. The Buffkin Group is an executive search firm offering services in executive search, executive coaching, management assessment and executive outplacement.
IMA Appoints New Chairman
The Interim Management Association (IMA), the industry body representing leading U.K. interim management service providers, has appointed Simon Drake from Penna Executive Interim as its new chairman. He takes over the role from Jason Atkinson, managing director at Russam Interim, who held the position for three years. Mr. Drake has been an active member on
Leadership Transition Underway at CDI Corp.
Philadelphia-based IT recruitment solutions provider CDI Corp. president and CEO Paulett Eberhart has departed the company upon completion of her contract and has entered into an agreement to perform consulting services through year end. She is leaving to pursue other, non-competitive, business interests, according to the company. Executive vice president and CFO Robert Larney has
Hiring to Remain Steady in Q2 According to CareerBuilder
The U.S. jobs outlook for the second quarter is akin to last year’s forecast, but certain industries are expected to outperform the national average for hiring, according to CareerBuilder’s latest job forecast. The number of manufacturing employers planning to add full-time, permanent headcount increased three percentage points over Q2 2013 and beat the national average
The McCormick Group Recruits General Counsel for the Postal Regulatory Commission
Executive search firm The McCormick Group has placed David A. Trissell as the new general counsel of the Postal Regulatory Commission. Mr. Trissell spent over 18 years in various roles at FEMA, including seven years as chief counsel where he led a team of more than 130 attorneys and staff in all of the agency’s
Talent Rover Partners With EBSTA
Talent Rover, a provider of cloud-based software built for managing the entire staffing and recruitment workflow, has formed a partnership with Ebsta , a Google Chrome plugin that makes it easy to check, maintain and automatically update CRM records without leaving the web browser. Ebsta will help Talent Rover users build and maintain a database
Arcus Global Partners Adds New Managing Directors
Executive recruiter Arcus Global Partners has appointed Ellie Rich-Poole and Justin Whitehouse as managing directors. Ms. Rich-Poole joins the firm from parent company Norman Broadbent, where she was a director of the firm’s HR practice. Before joining the Norman Broadbent group in 2012, she held positions at recruiter Michael Page, as well as HR generalist
Korn Ferry Adds Managing Principal in Los Angeles
Korn Ferry has added James Aggen as managing principal in its Los Angeles office. Mr. Aggen was previously a senior manager at Deloitte Consulting. During his tenure at Deloitte, Mr. Aggen worked with clients in various industries including pharmaceuticals, life sciences, financial services, and telecom. “James’s expertise in helping firms build their organizational capabilities to
Nosal Partners Completes Search for Global Traffic Technologies
Nosal Partners LLC has placed George Stasiw as vice president of sales at Global Traffic Technologies, LLC. Mr. Stasiw was previously VP, state & local government sales, at SciQuest, Inc. The search was conducted by Melissa Oszustowicz, partner, and Terri Naughtin, managing partner. Global Traffic Technologies is a manufacturer of Opticom priority control systems and
Human Capital Centre of Expertise is Launched
The Human Capital Centre of Expertise (HUCACE), a boutique service that offers a range of end-to-end recruitment solutions and HR-related services to employers, has launched. The company was formed by Danny Kellman and allows employers to select which stage of the recruitment process they need assistance with and the choose from a range of comprehensive
Saba Names Chief Customer Officer
Saba, a provider of human capital management (HCM) solutions, has appointed Paige Newcombe to its newly established position of chief customer officer. In this role, Ms. Newcombe will be responsible for Saba’s global customer advocacy and for ensuring customer centricity is at the core of Saba’s growth strategy. She comes to Saba from IBM where
Macmillan Davis Adds Consultant in Manchester
HR-focused recruiter Macmillan Davis has named Ross Maxwell as a consultant in its Manchester office. Mr. Maxwell previously worked with Hays and MWA/Randstad focusing on accounting and finance. His main focus at Macmillan Davis will be on mid-level HR roles working across all sectors. The firm also welcomed back Dean Elliott, who has returned to
Witt/Kieffer Leading Search For YMCA Of Metropolitan Chicago
Executive search firm Witt/Kieffer has been selected by the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago to lead in its search for a new senior vice president of mission advancement. Managing partner Wayne Luke and consultant Jennifer Biehn of Witt/Kieffer’s not-for-profit practice will lead the search. Witt/Kieffer assists hospitals, health systems, academic medical centers, medical schools and physician
eg. 1 Partners With Management Consultancies Association
Executive recruiting firm eg.1 has partnered with The Management Consultancies Association (MCA), the representative body for management consultancy firms in the U.K. Its mission is to promote the value of management consultancy for the economy and society as a whole. “We’re delighted to be working with eg.1. In addition to their strong reputation for providing
HR Certification Institute Expands Senior Staff
The HR Certification Institute, the internationally recognized certifying body for the HR profession, has appointed Thomas Nordby as its new chief operating officer. Mr. Nordby was most recently the assistant vice president of business operations at the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA). He is a member of the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) and
Odgers Berndtson Strengthens Industrial and Consumer Practices
Executive search firm Odgers Berndtson has named Timothy Brooks as a partner in the firm's industrial and consumer practices. Mr. Brooks, who is based in Odgers' New York office, specializes in domestic and global searches for CEO, general manager, and other senior leadership positions for consumer product and industrial companies, including those in the energy
Stephens International Adds Insurance Practice
Stephens International Limited, a U.K.-based executive search consultancy focused on the global insurance and financial markets, has named Rupert Rickard as a director. Mr. Rickard joins from Eames Consulting, where he led that firm’s general insurance analytics practice, incorporating risk, actuarial and exposure management. “Rupert’s appointment strengthens further our links into the insurance and reinsurance
Academic Search to Find SUNY Buffalo State President
Washington, D.C.-headquartered Academic Search has been selected SUNY Buffalo State to assist in its search for the institution’s ninth president. The search is being led by Jessica Kozloff, president of Academic Search. Founded in 1871 as a school focused solely on the preparation of teachers, SUNY Buffalo State is now the largest comprehensive four-year college
Career Partners International Expands in Finland, Italy and the U.K.
Career Partners International (CPI), a global provider of outplacement services and talent management solutions, has expanded with new offices in Finland, Italy and the U.K. ISG Finland Ltd of Finland, Uomo eImpresa of Italy, plus Working Transitions and qv career counsel of the United Kingdom join the 71 equity owners of Career Partners International. “It’s
PRAXI ALLIANCE Adds New Swiss Member Firm
PRAXI ALLIANCE has added Swiss-based Convidis AG as its newest member firm. Convidis is owned and led by its partners specializing in the main areas of management search, assessment and management development. “The Convidis managing partners bring extensive executive search experience to the table. From what we have seen already, their diligent and pragmatic approach
Chisholm & Moore Expands Staff
Chisholm & Moore Executive Recruitment, part of C&M Recruitment Consultancy, has named Gary Molloy to the firm. He will focus on recruiting senior executives in the travel and tourism industry. After beginning his travel career at Club 18-30 in Corfu, Mr. Molloy worked for Airtours Holidays in the Canary Islands and at Cosmos Holidays where
