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Kingsley Gate Recruits Chief People Officer for The Vitamin Shoppe
Private equity-backed Kingsley Gate has helped to recruit Kate Vukelich as executive vice president and chief people officer of The Vitamin Shoppe. “It was a true pleasure to work with Sharon M. Leite, CEO of The Vitamin Shoppe to place Kate Vukelich as the company’s new chief people officer. “Kate will be an amazing addition to a
Boston Children’s Museum Taps DSG | Koya To Lead CEO Search
DSG | Koya has been selected by Boston Children’s Museum (BCM) to lead in its search for a new president and CEO. Elizabeth Lombard and Angie Sessoms are leading the assignment. The next leader will build upon more than a century of impact, innovation, and joyful learning. This leadership transition comes at a moment of organizational strength. BCM
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
Navigating Multigenerational Workplaces Across Cultures
In today’s globalized business environment, managing a multigenerational workforce is both a challenge and an opportunity. With employees ranging from Baby Boomers to Gen Z, organizations must adopt strategies that cater to the diverse needs, expectations, and working styles of their workforce, according to a new report from Cornerstone International Group Atlanta’s Anne Glenn. “This
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
Chartwell Partners Finds CEO for United Community Financial Corp.
Executive search firm Chartwell Partners has placed Gary Small as president and chief executive officer of United Community Financial Corp. and Home Savings. Mr. Small most recently served as senior executive vice president – chief banking officer for S&T Bank, with responsibility for wealth management, retail banking and bank’s insurance business group. Chartwell Partners has
Morson International Opens Office in Perth
U.K.-based technical recruiter Morson International has opened its fourth Australian office in Perth. The office joins Morson’s Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney operations and will service the technical engineering recruitment market, with a specific focus on oil and gas, construction and mining. “We are very pleased to announce the opening of Morson International’s Perth branch. We
Boyden Names Partner in Media and Digital Technology Practice
Executive search firm Boyden has added Don Leon to its New York office as a partner. Mr. Leon specializes in placing C-level and senior executives for media and digital technology companies and content publishers. Previously, he was a managing director at New York-based boutique search firm Stephen-Bradford Search. “Don brings with him a specialized skill
Wilcox Miller Nelson Leading Search for Kronick Moskovitz
Executive search firm Wilcox Miller Nelson has been retained by Kronick Moskovitz Tiedemann & Girard to lead in its search for a new chief operations officer. Kronick Moskovitz is a full-service, Sacramento-based law firm with district offices in Bakersfield, Roseville, San Luis Obispo and Walnut Creek. Wilcox Miller Nelson focuses on executive search assignments within
TMP Worldwide Partners With Hirepurpose
TMP Worldwide Advertising & Communications, LLC, a global technology-enabled talent acquisition company, and Hirepurpose are joining forces to help employers attract and retain transitioning military veterans and comply with new regulations from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP). Launched in January, Hirepurpose offers a free service for transitioning military
Caldwell Partners Expands Industrial & Technology Practices
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has named John Strackhouse as a partner in the firm's industrial and technology practices. Mr. Strackhouse was previously with Hedrick & Struggles, where he was a partner in the firm's private equity and CEO & board practices. Earlier in his career there, he helped create and co-lead
Simply Driven Executive Search Joins Sanford Rose Associates Network
The Sanford Rose Associates Executive Search Network has added Simply Driven Executive Search as its newest member firm. Simply Driven was founded on Kent Burns’ 15 years of experience in the recruiting field. The firm has a national presence with a focus in finance and accounting. “Kent is a world-class search professional and this alliance
DHR Fills Position For MTV
Executive search firm DHR International has placed Elli Hakami as the new executive vice president of current series and programming for MTV. The search was led by EVP and global leader of the DHR’s media and entertainment practice group Sean Scanlon. Mr. Hakami most recently served as vice president of programming and production at BBC
eQuest Designs Job Posting Software for Ad Agencies, RPOS, and Staffing Firms
eQuest, a job posting distribution and job posting management provider, has completed a new job posting distribution software specifically designed for advertising agencies, RPOs, and staffing agencies. The online application allows agencies to quickly respond to customers’ needs regarding global job posting, inventory control, and multi job board billing via a direct-connect to eQuest servers
SpenglerFox Expands into South Africa
Executive search firm SpenglerFox has expanded into South Africa. Kyra Valjalo has been appointed principal consultant in the region and will bring local knowledge, experience and contacts to the business. Ms. Valjalo will be based in Johannesburg and will operate as part of the firm’s Middle East African team.”SpenglerFox is thrilled to be opening in
Barbachano International Names VP of Commercial & Finance Divisions
Executive search firm Barbachano International (BIP) has promoted Francisco de la Lama to the role of vice president of the firm’s commercial and finance divisions. He will help to expand the firm’s oil & gas, medical device/biotech, CPG, software/IT, and industrial sectors. BIP CEO, Fernando Ortiz-Barbachano, said: “Francisco is a passionate team player with a
Dice Acquires OilCareers for $26 Million
Dice Holdings, Inc., a career website for technology and engineering professionals, has acquired OilCareers, a recruitment site for oil and gas professionals in Europe. The deal is worth $26 million in cash. The acquisition strengthens the company’s position in online energy recruiting, which it currently serves through Rigzone, the market provider to the oil and
Diversified Search Recruits Ceo For Parkinson’s Institute And Clinical Center
Diversified Search has placed Carrolee Barlow, MD, PhD, as the new chief executive officer of the Parkinson’s Institute and Clinical Center. Dr. Barlow is only the second CEO in the Institute’s 25-year history. This search was led by Henry J. Scherck, managing director and practice leader of life sciences for Diversified Search. Dr. Barlow’s previous
Korn Ferry Names Partner to Financial Officers Practice
Korn Ferry has appointed Peter Reichman as senior client partner and member of the firm’s financial officers practice. He will be based in New York. Mr. Reichman joins Korn Ferry from Russell Reynolds Associates, where he focused primarily on senior-level searches within financial services, including corporate and divisional chief financial officers, treasurers, chief accounting officers,
Borderless Executive Search Extends Offerings to Oil & Gas Sectors
Brussels-based Borderless Executive Search has extended its expertise to multinationals in the oil & gas sectors. “Finding the best senior leaders, top scientists and engineers required to bring new developments in the oil & gas sector to fruition is no easy feat,” said Andrew Kris, founding partner. “Moreover, these are precisely the roles that have
Smith & Wilkinson Names Project Coordinator
Executive search firm Smith & Wilkinson has added John Coppola as its AVP and project coordinator. Prior to joining Smith & Wilkinson, Mr. Coppola was a senior legal recruiter with Sanford Rose. Before that, he worked in operations for a national healthcare company where he managed their clinical and non-clinical recruitment process. Founded in 1998,
Vell Executive Search Fills Two Board Seats for Fleetmatics Group
Wellesley, MA-based Vell Executive Search has placed HubSpot CEO and co-founder, Brian Halligan, and Intuit vice president and general manager, Allison Mnookin, as new board members for Fleetmatics Group. Fleetmatics Group PLC is a global provider of fleet management solutions for small and mid-sized businesses delivered as software-as-a-service (SaaS). Vell Executive Search is a retained
Hanold Associates Adds Partner to Lead General Counsel & Legal Practice
Executive search firm Hanold Associates has added Lauren Drake as a partner to lead the firm’s general counsel and legal practice. She will be based in Washington, D.C. Ms. Drake holds extensive senior level recruiting experience throughout many industries. Prior to joining Hanold Associates, she spent 16 years with global management consulting firm McKinsey &
Tom Fuller Joins AESC Board
Tom Fuller, founder and managing director of Epsen Fuller Group, has recently joined the board of directors the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC). Working in executive search and leadership consulting since 1995, Mr. Fuller is an executive recruiter, consultant & advisor, and business leader across sectors. Epsen Fuller Group is an executive search and
Steven Douglas Associates Names Managing Director
Recruiting firm Steven Douglas Associates has named Shannon Brown as managing director for Orlando, Florida. Ms. Brown brings more than 15 years of experience in corporate accounting and sales roles. Prior to joining Steven Douglas, she was the business development director for McGladrey. “Orlando is a growing market for us and we are delighted to
