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Caldwell Posts 37.1 Percent Increase in Q1 Revenues
Caldwell posted Q1 revenues of $29.3 million (Canadian), an increase of 37.1 percent from $21.4 million, a year ago. “Our first quarter results represent an excellent start to fiscal 2026, with exceptional revenue growth and improved profitability year over year,” said Chris Beck, CEO. “Performance was strong across the business, reflecting increased hiring demand from
CAA Executive Search Recruits CEO for USA Gymnastics
CAA Executive Search has recruited Kyle Albrecht as the new CEO of USA Gymnastics. In collaboration with CAA Executive Search, the group vetted candidates for three months. “Congratulations Kyle Albrecht, being named as the next CEO of USA Gymnastics,” Jason Hanold, president of CAA Executive Search, said in a LinkedIn post. “Thank you for the partnership Kathryn
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.
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
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?
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
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,
Workforce Confidence Wavers Amid Job Market Shifts
Workers today generally feel less confident about job security than in previous years, and several factors contribute to this. Vaco‘s Q4 Talent Pulse Report found a drop in confidence compared to the third quarter of 2024. But confidence levels in both job security and financial status were higher compared to last year. Forty-one percent of
Horton Expands to Middle East
Horton International has opened a new office in the Middle East with a new location in Bahrain; an opening in Saudi Arabia is expected for later in the year. Both offices will focus on providing executive search for global leaders across the region. This forms the first step in the planned expansion of Horton Group
Major, Lindsey & Africa Names Leader of Law Firm Management Practice
Search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa has named Amanda K. Brady as managing director and global practice leader of its law firm management practice. Ms. Bradt joined MLA last month bringing 15 years of executive and legal search experience, the last 10 years of which focused on building executive management teams for AmLaw 100 and
Derwent Executive Adds Recruiters in Australia and Asia
Search firm Derwent Executive has made several new additions to its Australia and Asia offices. Derwent has added Andrea Hall as senior advisor to the firm’s board practice in Perth. Ms, Hall, who formerly was with KPMG, will work with boards, delivering risk and selection capabilities for ASX, government and not-for-profit segments. Richard Scott, who
The Cypress Group Completes Search for SFWE
Executive search firm The Cypress Group has placed Diego Lo Prete as general manager, executive vice president of The San Francisco Wine Exchange (SFWE). Mr. Lo Prete’s most recent post was head of global marketing and communications at Barcelona-based Grupo Codorniu. The San Francisco Wine Exchange was founded in 1975 by Hugh Thacher and it
Korn Ferry Strengthens Sports Practice
Korn Ferry has added Liz Boardman as senior client partner in its sports practice. Ms. Boardman has led senior executive assignments for sports organizations, major sports leagues, teams, conferences, and educational institutions. Based in New York, she will also work with foundations and other nonprofits focused on sports, education, and wellness. Ms. Boardman was previously
AIMS International Adds Singapore-Based Firm as Newest Partner
AIMS International has partnered with Singapore-based The People At Work. The People At Work, which was founded in 2000, is an executive search firm serving global companies and large local conglomerates in sectors that include banking & financial services, healthcare & life sciences, consumer, logistics, industry/manufacturing, chemicals, automotive/related and environment. “I am extremely happy by
TMP Worldwide Opens Midwest Office
TMP Worldwide Advertising & Communications, LLC, a global technology-enabled talent acquisition company, has expanded its presence in the Midwest region with the establishment of a new office in Bloomington, Minnesota. The company also recently opened offices in Germany, India and Ireland. “TMP’s goal is to improve the talent acquisition process through a unique mix of
BCA, Executive Recruiters Fills HR Post for Clearwater Paper
BCA, Executive Recruiters has placed Cathy Elsasser as the HR director for the consumer products division, Western region for Clearwater Paper. Ms. Elsasser previously held numerous senior human resources positions for Honeywell, Tiffany and Corning. BCA’s chief operating officer and SVP recruitment, Joe Gonzalez, led the search. Clearwater Paper is a provider of private label
CTPartners Reports A Loss And A Flat Year
CTPartners Executive Search Inc./(NYSE:CTP) reported that its net revenue for 2013 was $130.3 million, a 1.5 percent increase compared to net revenue of $128.4 million the prior year. The company reported a net loss for the year of $1.6 million, or $0.23 per share, compared to a net loss of $3.6 million, or $0.51 per
Executives Online Makes New Additions in Netherlands and France
International interim management and executive recruitment company Executives Online has added Jan Piet van der Plank as a partner in its Netherlands office where he will focus on manufacturing and energy sectors. Mr. van der Plank is a seasoned management executive with a career spanning 25 years in multinational companies including Alcoa, Total Caterpillar, Wartsila,
Spencer Stuart Opens Office in Moscow
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has opened a new office in Moscow as part of its continuing strategy to broaden the services it offers businesses across Eurasia. Robert T. Nowakowski currently is the office manage for the Moscow location. Mr. Nowakowski also leads the consumer practice for Spencer Stuart in Eastern Europe, focusing on the
R. William Funk & Associates Recruits President for University of South Alabama
R. William Funk & Associates has placed Dr. Tony G. Waldrop as the new president of the University of South Alabama. Dr. Waldrop has been the provost and executive vice president at the University of Central Florida, UCF, since 2010. The University of South Alabama is a public, research university in Mobile, Alabama. For the
Search Group Partners Adds Managing Director to Lead Executive Search Practice
SEARCH Group Partners (SGP) has added Connie Spyropoulos-Linardakis as managing director where she will spearhead the firm’s executive search practice. Ms. Spyropoulos will focus on broadening the firm’s range of strategic and nationwide executive search services to support the firm’s industry and client base. She most recently served as executive vice president and chief human
Russell Reynolds Associates Finds President of University of Michigan
Global executive search firm Russell Reynolds Associates has placed Mark Schlissel as the 14th president of the University of Michigan. Mr. Schlissel is currently provost at Brown University. He will have a five-year contract, starting on July 1, and be paid $750,000 in base salary with a retention incentive of $100,000 a year. With 42
ManpowerGroup Study Finds Continued Hiring Confidence
U.S. employers report a seasonally adjusted net employment outlook of +13 percent, according to the latest Manpower Employment Outlook Survey released by ManpowerGroup. This is the third consecutive quarter with a net employment outlook of +13 percent, which is the strongest Outlook since the second quarter of 2008. Of the more than 18,000 employers surveyed,
Three Industry Reports by HSZ Media on Sale Now
Three soon-to-be-released talent management studies by HSZ Media are continuing to gain attention — and pre-publication copies for the 2014 editions are still available. Executive Search: State of the Industry Report (U.S./America) continues HSZ Media’s long-standing tradition of reporting on the world’s largest recruiting and talent acquisition marketplace, taking an in-depth view of the year
AESC Presents Zehnder and Onstott with Top Honors
The Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) has presented Egon Zehnder, founding chairman of global recruiter Egon Zehnder, with its Gardner W. Heidrick Award and Joe Onstott, co-founder and managing partner of The Onstott Group, with the Eleanor H. Raynolds Award. The Heidrick Award is presented annually to an individual who has made an outstanding
ZRG Partners Appoints COO
ZRG Partners Inc., a global provider of executive search and talent management solutions, has appointed Stacey Mainiero as its chief operating officer. Ms. Mainiero works out of the firm’s West Orange, NJ office and will manage and oversee daily activities worldwide. She previously held a senior level operations position with Korn Ferry where she managed
Greenwich Harbor Partners Taps Chief Revenue Officer for SpinMedia
Greenwich Harbor Partners has placed Tom Morrissy as the new executive vice president and chief revenue officer of SpinMedia. Mr. Morrissy was formerly EVP/North American sales of Synaptic Media and most recently the EVP/CRO of Selectable Media. SpinMedia is the world’s largest collective of pop culture and music digital brands. Greenwich Harbor Partners focuses on
New Legal Careers Site Launched
LexJob.com, a new legal careers website, has been launched by CareerCast.com (a division of Adicio Inc.)and LexIndustry, Inc., a media company focused on technology, services and products for legal professionals. LexJob utilizes Adicio’s job board platform and its RevManage program and will be incorporated into Libra Network, a new global network and association for legal
Heidrick & Struggles Adds Four New Partners
Executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has added four new partners to its global industrial practice group. Andrew Dudgeon and John Weigold join the aerospace, defense & aviation team and are based in the New York office. John Howard, based in Toronto and Damian Walsh, based in London, join the metals & mining team.
Accord Group Grows Polish Operations
Accord Group Eastern and Central Europe (ECE) has named Renata Sienkiewicz as the leadership services practice head for the firm’s Polish region. Ms. Sienkiewicz joins the company after spending over 10 years in HR at the board level of multinationals and the past six years as managing partner at global leadership services and talent development
ESGI Completes Search for CACI International
Executive recruiter ESGI has placed Suzan Zimmerman as senior vice president of strategic campaigns at CACI International. Ms. Zimmerman most recently served as SVP of corporate development at QinetiQ North America. “Suzan enjoys one of the strongest reputations in our market. She has an impeccable track record in pursuing and helping win large federal procurements,”
Bond International Software Partners with Brightwater Recruitment
Recruitment software provider Bond International Software has integrated its portfolio of recruitment system applications and staffing agency software Bond Adapt with Brightwater Recruitment Consultancy, a professional services recruitment company for the Irish market. “The central system will enable our business information to be shared across our offices in Dublin, Belfast and Cork which again was
Direct Consulting Associates Names Recruitment Manager
Direct Consulting Associates (DCA), a provider of healthcare IT consulting and staffing solutions, has promoted John Yurkschatt to the role of recruitment manager. In his new position, Mr. Yurkschatt serves as a coach and mentor to our DCA recruiters as well as provides hands-on strategic and tactical leadership while managing the day-to-day recruiting activities. He
Korn Ferry Records 21 Percent Revenue Increase
Korn Ferry/(NYSE:KFY) posted revenues of $242.2 million for the third quarter fiscal 2014, an increase of 21 percent on a constant currency basis compared to $210.3 million a year ago. The increase in fee revenue was driven by increases in all regions with the largest increases in North America and Europe. Futurestep, the firm’s online
EMA Partners Appoints Chairman
EMA Partners International has appointed Chris Hardy as its global chairman. Mr. Hardy has served on EMA Partners’ executive committee and held the vice president of finance role for the last four years. He founded EMA Partners South Africa in 2004. Prior to that he held senior positions with Deloitte Consulting, Vendall (Pty) Ltd and
Hanold Associates Leading Search for Northwestern Memorial Healthcare
Executive search firm Hanold Associates has been retained by Northwestern Memorial HealthCare to lead in its search for a new senior vice president and general counsel. Northwestern Memorial is ranked number six hospital system in the country by US News & World Report. Headquartered in Chicago, Hanold Associates specializes in assignments for human resources, talent
Dr. BjØrn Johansson Associates Adds New Partner
Executive search firm Dr Bjorn Johansson Associates has added Dr. Sylke Steiner as a partner. Dr. Steiner's expertise ranges from small and mid-sized companies to large multinational corporations, working for privately owned and publicly traded companies as well as for non-profit organizations. She previously served as a principal at Korn Ferry. Dr. Bjørn Johansson Associates
MB Interim Leaders Strengthens Management Team
MB Interim Leaders, a division of McDermott & Bull, has named Monica Baldwin as its business development director, healthcare solutions. Ms. Baldwin will be responsible for expanding the firm’s presence with healthcare industry clients. She will work closely with healthcare companies experiencing time-sensitive challenges by uniting executives on project and interim engagements with MB Interim
Development Resources, Inc. Completes Search for AAUW
Development Resources, Inc. (DRi) has placed Toni Johnson as the new director of major and planned gifts for the American Association of University Women (AAUW). Over the past 25 years, Ms. Johnson has worked as executive director for the American Red Cross, the American Diabetes Association of Greater New York, and Anderson House. AAUW is
