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Arts Consulting Group Seeking New Leader for the New England Museum Association
Boston-based search firm Arts Consulting Group (ACG) has been enlisted to find the next executive director for the New England Museum Association (NEMA). Wyona Lynch-McWhite, senior vice president, and Geoff Chang, vice president, are leading the assignment for the search firm. Reporting to the board of directors, the executive director of NEMA will be responsible for supervising all aspects
BrainWorks Appoints Practice Leader – Go-To-Market Search, Private Equity/Insurance and Financial Services
Warren, NJ-based executive search firm BrainWorks expanded with the addition of Liam Garrity as the national practice leader – go-to-market search, private equity/insurance and financial services. “We welcome Liam Garrity to our BrainWorks team,” the search firm said. “Liam joins as the national practice leader – go-to-market search, private equity/insurance and financial services. He is
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.
Borderless AI Secures $27 Million in Funding
Borderless AI, an AI-powered startup in the Employer of Record (EOR) space, has raised $27 million in seed funding. The seed round was led by Susquehanna and Aglaé Ventures, the venture arm of Bernard Arnault, with participation from additional institutional investors. The company was founded by serial entrepreneur Willson Cross and Lyft’s founding investor Sean Aggarwal. “As the first company in the world to bring
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?
Pedersen & Partners Names Head of Boston Office
Dubai-headquartered executive search firm Pedersen & Partners has appointed John Durkey as a client partner and head of Boston office. “We are excited to welcome John Durkey to our team as client partner and head of the Boston office,” said Gary Williams, CEO of Pedersen & Partners. “John’s extensive experience in the life sciences & healthcare and industrial sectors,
The Critical Role of Interim Executives
In the dynamic landscape of today’s business world, companies often face unexpected challenges that demand swift and effective solutions. One such solution gaining prominence is interim management, according to a recent report from SpenglerFox. The global search firm delves into the pivotal role that interim management plays in times of crisis in transforming businesses, especially
The Moran Company Seeking CEO for YWCA Northeast Kansas
The Moran Company, an an executive recruitment firm that specializes in the non-profit sector, has been retained by YWCA Northeast Kansas to lead in its search for a new CEO. Senior search consultant Brandi Fisher is leading the assignment. YWCA Northeast Kansas is seeking a CEO who can build on the organization’s successes as a
Kittleman & Associates Recruits CEO for National Industries for the Blind
Following an extensive nationwide search, Chicago-based search firm Kittleman & Associates recently assisted in the recruitment of Soraya Correa as president and CEO of National Industries for the Blind (NIB), the nation’s largest employment resource for people who are blind. Kevin Lynch, who has been NIB president and CEO for more than 15 years, announced last summer
Charles Aris Combines Finance, Accounting and Corporate Development Teams
Greensboro, NC-based executive search firm Charles Aris Executive Search has announced that its finance, accounting and corporate development teams have combined as one practice. The groups will now operate as the finance and corporate development practice. “Senior firm leaders agreed on this development after recognizing the value one unified practice will bring to clients seeking specialized expertise at
Karen Harvey Consulting Group Grows Search Staff
Karen Harvey Consulting Group (KHC), an international executive search and brand advisory firm in fashion, luxury, lifestyle and beauty, has appointed Anais Goujon to director, executive and creative search, Kate Sunderland as vice president, creative search, and Charlotte Reeve as associate director, executive search. “Since founding Karen Harvey Consulting, my goal has been to build
Why High-Performing Executives Don’t Always Operate as High-Performing Teams
It might sound counterintuitive, but a group made up of individual high performers does not always translate to a high-performing team. The fact that these professionals excel at their primary jobs doesn’t automatically mean they will work cohesively and effectively as a team, a new report from Odgers Berndtson explains. A poorly functioning team is
ECA Partners Recruits CEO for RedCAT Systems
Santa Monica, CA-based search firm ECA Partners has assisted in the recruitment of Jason Phillips as the new CEO for RedCAT Systems, a Boulder, CO-based compensation platform with people-centered solutions for performance and pay. “With a rich background in global business leadership spanning over a decade, Jason’s appointment signals a new chapter of growth and innovation for
Bob Murray & Associates Leading Search for Top LAPD Position
The public sector is in the midst of major transformation. It faces an array of challenges that range from shifting public expectations to budgetary pressures and a growing demand for operational efficiency. To successfully navigate these issues, government organizations need leaders who are focused, tenacious, and adaptable, report recruiters, with the capacity to deal with
Pekarsky & Co. and Humanis Advisory Merge
Calgary-based Pekarsky & Co. and Edmonton-headquartered Humanis Advisory have formed a strategic partnership. Combining their renowned expertise and deep-rooted legacies, the newly company will be called Humanis Talent Acquisition & Advisory. “This merger is a testament to our shared values and vision,” said Adam Pekarsky, founding partner of Pekarsky & Co. “We are excited to
Ezekia Adds Former Salesforce Exec to Board
Recruitment software providers Ezekia has elected Simon O’Kane to its board of directors. “It is great to have Simon on board,” said Joseph Blass founder and CEO of Ezekia. “Of course, we will benefit from his vast experience in the software sector however, boards are not only about facts and numbers, but about personalities too, and Simon
Achieving Diversity for Non-Profits
Top leaders are absolutely vital to driving diversity and inclusion at non-profits. “On an operational level, leaders establish policies and practices that frame and activate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and embed it into the fibers of the organization,” said Deb Taft, chief executive officer at Lindauer. “On a personal level, a leader’s own behavior sets
Prodigy Search Seeking General Manager for ASM Global / Allegiant Stadium
Prodigy Search, a boutique recruiting firm serving the talent needs of media, sports, and entertainment organizations, was recently selected by ASM Global / Allegiant Stadium to lead in the search for a general manager. This executive will be responsible for the overall management of Allegiant Stadium and is expected to be a revenue generator with strong
Cause Leadership Leading Development Officer Search for Wycliffe College
Virtually every industry needs top-drawer chief development officers. CDOs play a key role in planning, coordinating, and administering capital campaigns, corporate giving, and galvanizing new donors while keeping previous funders content. Implementing funding strategies that “keep the lights on,” according to recruiters specializing in the function, is Job No. 1. Wycliffe College recently called in
Vanderbloemen Heading Executive Director Search for Martin Luther School
Vanderbloemen, which finds leaders for churches and ministries, is currently leading the executive director search for Martin Luther School in Queens, NY. The executive director, functioning as the chief executive officer of New York Corporation The Martin Luther School, is responsible for carrying out the policies of the association through its board of directors. S/he
Catalyst Advisors Names Partner
Catalyst Advisors recently named Todd Hutchings as a new partner, expanding the firm’s presence on the West Coast. “The hire further strengthens Catalyst’s mission of connecting innovative companies with exceptional talent, drawing on Todd’s expertise recruiting across sectors including diagnostics, med tech, pharma/biotech and tools and instruments,” the search firm said. “We are thrilled to
M&A Dealmakers Intensify Focus On Founders’ Background Checks To Help Mitigate Risk
In the VC world, it seems that for every startup that fulfills its unicorn potential, there are countless others that flame out amid high-profile controversy. Often, those flameouts are accompanied by pointed media commentary asking how the signs — so obvious in hindsight — could have been missed. This has led to increased scrutiny by
Arts Consulting Group Assists Shakespeare Theatre Company with Executive Director Search
Boston-based search firm Arts Consulting Group (ACG) has placed Rebecca Ende Lichtenberg as the new executive director of Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC) in Washington, D.C. She succeeds Chris Jennings, who left STC this July after 19 years. Vice president Geoff Chang led the assignment. “Rebecca brings a wealth of experience to her new role at Shakespeare Theatre Company,” said
PierceGray Recruits Chief Operating Officer for Consumer Safety Technology
PierceGray recently assisted in the recruitment of Melissa Robbins as the new chief operating officer of Consumer Safety Technology (CST). “We are looking to the future, with clear goals in mind, including the opportunity to redefine the market with game-changing products and services,” said Kathy Boden Holland, CEO of Consumer Safety Technology. “I’m confident we’ve
Anthem Executive Seeking Chief Information Officer for Texas Woman’s University
Executive recruitment firm Anthem Executive was recently retained by Texas Woman’s University (TWU) in Denton, TX, to lead in its search for a chief information officer. Michael Ballew, Scott Watson, Mike “JR” Wheless, and Florene Stawowy are leading the assignment. The CIO is responsible for advancing the university’s curriculum, providing leadership for the faculty, overseeing research, and developing strategic, innovative programs that
Eric Salmon & Partners Appoints Managing Director of Italy
Paris-headquartered executive search, leadership advisory, and board services firm Eric Salmon & Partners has appointed Paola Calderini as managing director of Italy, overseeing operations in Milan and Rome. “We are delighted to welcome Paola Calderini as managing director of Italy,” said Raoul Nacke, CEO at Eric Salmon & Partners. “Her appointment reflects our dedication to fostering
Deploying the Right Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Strategy to Drive Business Results
In a period of economic uncertainty, companies are reducing expenses on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEI&B). Instead, they should be doubling down as the following case studies from DHR Global will show how you can drive business results through proactive and thoughtful DEI&B strategies. The right actions can unlock innovation, access new markets, design
McDermott + Bull Recruits CFO for Leonid Capital Partners
Irvine, CA-based search firm McDermott + Bull has assisted in the recruitment of Ian Holroyd as the new CFO for Leonid Capital Partners. This search was led by McDermott + Bull president Brandon Biegenzahn, managing director Courtney Dorrel, and executive recruiter Rachel Camonayan. Mr. Holroyd brings over 29 years of accounting and finance leadership experience within the financial services industry. He
Campbell & Company Assists Outreach International with CEO Search
Campbell & Company has assisted in the recruitment of John Herron as the new president and CEO of Outreach International in Kansas City, MO. The assignment was led by Dan Nevez, vice president, executive search, Alexandra Catuara, senior consultant, and Angèle Bubna, consultant. “Throughout his career in both academic and nonprofit sectors, John has developed collaborative partnerships and secured philanthropic support
Renovata & Company Recruits Chief Product Officer for Deltatre
Today’s chief product officer is responsible for all product-related matters, and the role is growing in demand, according to executive recruiters who place them. The position typically includes product conception and development, production, innovation, and project and product management. In many IT/ telecommunications companies, the position includes release management and production. Chief product officers generally work on
Defining the Barriers of Inclusive Environments in the Workplace
Diverse and inclusive environments in the workplace should provide a sense of normalcy for organizations’ operations. According to Cowen Partners Executive Search, the benefits of establishing a diverse and inclusive workplace should be obvious, and they can include (but are not limited to): supporting the concept of diversity of thought among teams, increasing productivity and retention. and creating cohesiveness among
Sheffield Haworth Adds to Private Equity Team
London-based Sheffield Haworth has added Robin Prince to lead private equity executive search in North America. Mr. Prince will work with general and limited partners at the fund level to identify and secure investment professionals, senior advisors and asset/portfolio management professionals across the private equity community. He joins Sheffield Haworth in New York from Robin
Employee Confidence Reaches Highest Level Since October 2007
The SFN Group Employee Confidence Index has increased 0.8 points to 53.6 in February. The Index, which measures workers' confidence in their personal employment situation and optimism in the economic environment, reached the highest level seen since October 2007, with more workers reporting overall confidence in the economic landscape. The report also detailed that fewer
ChampionScott Recruits CEO for Energy Recovery
Executive search firm ChampionScott Partners has placed Thomas Rooney as chief executive officer at Energy Recovery Inc. Most recently, Mr. Rooney was the CEO of SPG Solar, one of the largest solar integrators in the United States. Energy Recovery designs and develops energy recovery devices that help make desalination affordable by significantly reducing energy consumption.
Roving Coach International Opens in London
Roving Coach International has opened a new London office which will be led by Beth Pisculli, the company’s SVP of U.K. operations, with the assistance of HR expert Rod Higgenbotham. Roving Coach International is an employee engagement company that uses an innovative coaching methodology to boost and measure employee engagement in mid to large-size organizations.
Amrop Announces Global Expansion
Global executive search firm Amrop has expanded its global team with nine new partners in Europe, the Middle East and the Americas. Following his early experience in renewable energy, Francesco Zucchelli worked as a consultant working on engineering and supply chain projects, focusing on business transformation and improvement, innovation and network design. Most recently, he
Russell Reynolds Expands Healthcare Practice
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has named Kevin Butler as a managing director and leader of the firm's healthcare sector in the Americas. Mr. Butler will be based in New York and Boston, and will advise pharmaceutical, biotech and medical devices clients on senior leadership issues. He joins the firm with
Korn Ferry Signs Six-Year Contract with Bruce Power
Korn/Ferry International has agreed to a six-year contract extension with Bruce Power to provide talent management services including succession planning, leadership development, assessment, coaching and recruiting for executive and mid-management levels. This extension is based on a partnership and initial five-year contract announced in 2007. The Korn/Ferry account team is led by Lewis Rusen, president
Sanford Rose Completes Search for Nordson
Sanford Rose Associates’ Minneapolis office has placed Lise W. Duran as general manager of Nordson Corporation’s Micromedics operation. Dr. Duran joins Micromedics with over 20 years of experience in the medical device industry, having held several positions of increasing responsibility at SurModics, Inc. John H. Wang, president and managing director of Sanford Rose Associates- Minneapolis,
Online Labor Demand Dips Slightly in February
Online advertised vacancies dipped by 27,400 in February to 4,245,600, according The Conference Board’s Help Wanted OnLine Data Series. Labor demand has risen 1.41 million since the series' low point in April 2009. This increase offsets approximately 80 percent of the 1.76 million drop in ad volume during the two-year downturn period from April 2007
Monster Employment Index Rises in February
The Monster Employment Index (MEI), a monthly analysis of millions of online job opportunities culled from a large, representative selection of corporate career sites and job boards, has risen only four percent this past month. All 28 metro markets record positive annual growth in February and positive consumer-spending trends generate uptick in the retail sector.
Executive Search Industry Surges in 2010
The AESC's 2010 Annual Report on the retained executive search industry shows senior executive recruiting at its third highest level ever due to a dramatic resurgence in demand following the precipitous decline of 2009. From a downturn in 2009 of -32.5 percent the industry grew by an average of 28.5 percent in 2010, only 13
Heidrick & Struggles CFO Steps Down
Scott Krenz, executive vice president and CFO for Chicago-headquartered executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International, has stepped down. The search for a new CFO will begin immediately. Mr. Krenz will remain at Heidrick to ensure a transition and complete the close of the company's 2011 first quarter. Until the search for a new CFO
Futurestep Adds Managing Director in France
Futurestep, a Korn/Ferry International company that provides talent acquisition solutions, has named Benoit Binachon as managing director of Futurestep France. Mr. Binachon most recently was the managing director and co-founder of Business effiScience, a technology-based management consulting firm. Prior to that, he launched and developed Michael Page's Engineering Consulting business in France, which he grew
Major, Lindsey & Africa Expands LA Office
Search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa has added managing directors Ryan Kerian in San Francisco and Glenn Tannous in Los Angeles. Mr. Kerian, a former associate at Kirkland & Ellis, will focus on recruiting top quality associates for law firms. Mr. Tannous will represent law firm partners and practice groups interested in exploring new firms
HireRight Releases DAC Edition
HireRight, a global provider of on-demand employment screening solutions, has released HireRight DAC Edition, an integrated screening management solution for transportation companies. Using HireRight DAC Edition, hiring and safety specialists at transportation companies can access and manage employment applications, background screening, drug and health testing, I-9 verification and contingent workforce screening all from a single
CFR-Consulting Group Adds Derhak Ireland Executive Search to Network
Derhak Ireland Executive Search has joined CFR-Consulting Group as its first member firm in North America. Derhak Ireland will help to expand CFR into the U.S. and then to South America. CFR-Consulting is a consortium of over 30 executive search firms with offices in over 50 cities worldwide. CFR’s other offices are spread across Europe,
Cook Places Recruits CEO for OEM Worldwide
Chicago-based Cook Associates Executive Search has placed Michael McCammack as president and chief executive officer of OEM Worldwide. Mr. McCammack previously served as president and CEO of TS3 Technology, Inc., an electronics manufacturing services company. The search was led by Kevin Logterman, managing director and head of Cook’s industrial markets and family business practices. OEM
Archer-Martin Assists Wilson College with President Search
Nantucket-based executive search firm Archer-Martin Associates has helped Wilson College retain Dr. Barbara K. Mistick as its 19th president in the 142-year history of the college. Dr. Mistick, who will officially assume the Wilson presidency on July 1, currently serves as president of the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, a position she has held since 2005.
HR People & Strategy Selects Satell Center for Executive Education Association
Human Resources People & Strategy (HRPS) has chosen the Satell Center for Executive Education as its exclusive provider of online training programs for senior HR executives and their teams. The programs are designed to help chief HR officers with talent management and succession planning by developing managers and potential successors. “Chief HR officers asked us
PeopleAnswers Partners with RadioShack to Improve Hiring Decisions
PeopleAnswers has announced an agreement with RadioShack for use of its talent assessment software for all positions in nearly 5,800 company-operated stores and kiosks as well as corporate offices across the United States and Puerto Rico. RadioShack will use PeopleAnswers to prescreen, assess and hire job candidates for all positions including sales associates, store and
Odgers Berndtson Expands Frankfurt Office
U.K.-based executive search firm Odgers Berndtson has expanded its Frankfurt office with the addition of Katja Hollaender-Herr as a member of the technology and the business & professional services practices. She will focus on the cross-industry recruitment of CIO, CTO and IT management as well as human resources positions. Ms. Hollaender-Herr was previoulsy a principal
AdminiStaff Changes Name to Insperity
Administaff, Inc., a provider of human resources services, has officially changed its name to Insperity. “The mission of Insperity is to help businesses succeed so communities prosper. Our goal is to establish Insperity as the trusted advisor providing HR and business solutions to performance-driven companies,” said Paul J. Sarvadi, chairman and CEO. “Our corporate strategy
CIPFA Placements Adds to Interim Practice
CIPFA Placements, the recruitment arm of the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy, has added Anna Bishell to its staff. Ms. Bishell joins the firm from Pinnacle PSG where she was head of interim practice. Her main focus will be the development of the new HR interim recruitment services division. With more than 20
3P Consultants Places Director at Blue Star
Executive search firm 3P Consultants Pvt. Ltd has recruited Ram Ramasundar as director at Blue Star, India's largest central air-conditioning company with a network of 29 offices and around 2,600 employees. Mr. Ramasundar was formerly group financial controller at Hindustan Lever. 3P Consultants Pvt. Ltd, a member of the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC)
IPS Group Adds SVP
IPS Group has appointed Daniel R. Gattis as senior vice president of IPS Search, Inc., its North American retained search division. Mr. Gattis will provide domestic and international search and selection consultation to insurance, healthcare, and financial services clients. Prior to joining IPS Search, he was senior vice president and managing director of Jacobson Executive
Cameron Carmichael Expands Healthcare Practice
Charlotte, NC-headquartered executive search firm Cameron Carmichael has added Martin Godwin as a managing director and head of its healthcare practice. Mr. Godwin began his career in executive recruiting in 1997 and worked as a senior consultant with executive search firms The McAulay Firm and Anderson & Associates, Inc. He has led and conducted more
Crowe-Innes & Associates Completes Search for Hospira, Inc.
Crowe-Innes & Associates LLC has placed Francois DuBois as senior vice president of global quality at Hospira, Inc., a global pharmaceuticals and global devices company based in the greater Chicago area. Crowe-Innes & Associates was founded in 1996 with an emphasis in consumer products, retail, technology, financial services and non-profit. The firm is a woman-owned
DHR Names EVP in Phoenix Office
DHR International has hired Mike Paddock as executive vice president in the firm’s Phoenix office. Mr. Paddock leads engagements to recruit senior-level executives in general management, global supply chain, procurement, sales, technical operations, and human resources. His clients have ranged in size from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies across a broad range of industries, including
Adecco Partners with Job Search Television Network
HR solutions company Adecco’s Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) division, part of Adecco Group, has entered into a partnership with Job Search Television Network (JSTN). As part of the extensive recruitment marketing activities that Adecco performs for their clients, the company will utilize JSTN's video job reports and cultural profiles to promote their clients' openings through
The Onstott Group Adds New Managing Director
Executive search firm The Onstott Group has added Paul Moran as a managing director in its advanced technology industry practice. Mr. Moran will specialize in the software & services communications, media and clean technology industries. He previously served as a managing director at Taylor Winfield and prior to that was with CTPartners. Founded in 1987,
Options Group Opens Office in Frankfurt
Global executive search and strategic consulting firm Options Group has opened a Frankfurt office to meet the growing demand for services in the EMEA region. Executive director, Ina Bauermeister, will lead the effort and focus on the region's technology practice. Diana Herpel also joins Options Group Frankfurt as vice president. Ms. Bauermeister joins Options Group