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ZRG Recruits CEO for ALIGN Precision
Global talent advisory firm ZRG has recently placed Eric Ellis as CEO at ALIGN Precision in Tempe, AZ. Samantha Foster, managing director, and Carolina Siekierski, associate, led the assignment. The leadership appointment positions ALIGN Precision to capitalize on the increasing demand for its capabilities, strengthen and expand customer partnerships, and realize its long-term growth ambitions. “We
Lochlin Partners Assists Music for All with CEO Search
After a nationwide search, Lochlin Partners recently assisted in the recruitment of James Weaver as president and CEO of Music for All in Indianapolis, IN. “As a board, we were attracted by James’ experience and understanding of the musical ecosphere,” said Doug Pileri, chairman of the board of directors. “But we were equally impressed by the
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.
Bespoke Partners Appoints Leader of People and HR Practice
San Diego, CA-headquartered Bespoke Partners recently named Dani Pfeiffer as a partner leading the people and human resources leader recruiting practice serving both software and industrials sector companies. She will lead dedicated recruiting teams on searches for talent executives for private equity portfolio companies for the software and SaaS clients served by Bespoke Partners and industrial clients served by Industra Talent Partners,
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?
Wilson Forms New Alliance with Poetry to Advance AI capabilities
Global talent solutions provider Wilson has formed a new partnership with Poetry to strengthen its AI-enabled recruitment capabilities. The collaboration supports Wilson’s continued focus on embedding technology into its RPO delivery model through Wilson Workspace, its technology ecosystem. “We’re excited to announce our new partnership with Poetry,” said Charles Faigle, chief delivery officer at Wilson. This
What Executive Candidates Want From Employers Today
The executive talent market today has fundamentally shifted and senior leaders are evaluating employers through a far more demanding lens. They no longer weigh opportunities primarily on compensation or title; they assess the total leadership experience: governance, culture, organizational stability, purpose, autonomy, flexibility and long-term growth, according to a report from Kestria. “To attract and retain
WittKieffer Retained by Roosevelt University for President Search
Oak Brook, IL-based WittKieffer has been retained by Roosevelt University in Chicago to lead in its search for its seventh president. Ali Malekzadeh is retiring after being with the school since 2015. Senior partner Christine Pendleton, consultant Sandra Chu, senior associate Maya Holt-Brockenbrough, and senior advisor Ray Crossman. Roosevelt University seeks a student-centered president who is committed
Buffkin / Baker Acquires HR-Focused Benson Executive Search
Partner-led executive search firm Buffkin / Baker has acquired Boston, MA-based Benson Executive Search, a boutique firm focused on the human resources sector. Financial terms of deal were not disclosed. The acquisition strengthens Buffkin / Baker’s HR functional capabilities and gives the firm a stronger presence in the Northeast. “We’re thrilled to welcome Benson Executive Search to
SPMB Recruits Fills Senior Finance Position for Uber
Steven Popper of SPMB Executive Search has placed Wendy Drummond Craig as senior director, technical accounting, reporting, and M&A at Uber. In her new role, she will oversee teams responsible for technical accounting matters, SEC reporting, and accounting for mergers and acquisitions. “Wendy brings an extraordinary combination of technical accounting expertise, SEC reporting experience, and strategic advisory leadership
True Launches AI Capability Index for Executive Assessment
Global executive talent platform True has launched the True AI Capability Index, a proprietary framework that predicts executive performance in the AI-transformation age. “We are entering a phase where relationship depth and judgment matter more than ever,” said Brad Stadler, co-founder and CEO of True Platform. “The cost of finding names is decreasing. True’s advantage lies in our ability
AI-Native Talent Won’t Fix AI-Foreign Organizations
As artificial intelligence moves from experimentation to enterprise-wide adoption, organizations are grappling with a fundamental question: what does it actually mean to become AI-native? While the term has quickly entered the business lexicon, many leaders are still struggling to define the capabilities, operating models, and cultural shifts required to make that vision a reality. “Some
ZRG Partners Acquires Fortium
ZRG Partners has acquired Fortium, a Dallas-based search firm that provides fractional, interim, and project-based CIO, CTO, and CISO leadership. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. “Companies are making more nuanced decisions about leadership than they did even a few years ago, particularly in technology,” said Mark Viner, leader of interim solutions & project
Lochlin Partners Recruits SVP of HR for the National Association of Corporate Directors
Lochlin Partners has placed Marian Stevens as senior vice president, human resources of the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) in Washington, D.C. “Marian’s deep experience in talent development, organizational effectiveness, and culture will help NACD to continue building the internal capabilities needed to support our growth and deliver on our mission,” said Peter Gleason, president and CEO of
JDG Associates Tapped by Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute to Find New Leader
Rockville, MD-based executive search firm JDG Associates has been retained by the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) to lead its search for a new president and CEO. The Chicago-based institute, the leading technical institute and trade association for the precast, prestressed concrete industry in North America, seeks a visionary and collaborative executive to succeed its long-serving chief executive,
IIC Partners Adds New Member Firm in New Zealand
IIC Partners Executive Search Worldwide has added Auckland, New Zealand-based Infinitas as its newest member firm expanding its capabilities across the Asia-Pacific region. “I am thrilled to welcome Infinitas to IIC Partners,” said Christine Hayward, executive director of IIC Partners. Their people-first philosophy, tech-enabled search processes, and talent advisory capabilities deeply align with our mission to transform
Hiring for the Culture You Don’t Yet Have
For much of the past decade, organizations have invested heavily in strategy, technology and operational efficiency to navigate an increasingly complex business environment. Yet despite these investments, many transformation initiatives continue to fall short of expectations. The differentiator is rarely the strategy itself. More often, success depends on whether leadership teams have the right people
BoardWalk Consulting Leading CEO Search for Downtown Atlanta Inc.
BoardWalk Consulting has been tapped by Downtown Atlanta Inc. (DAI) to lead in its search for a CEO. The search is being led by Sam Pettway, Crystal Stephens, and Patti Kish. The organization is seeking a leader who can help define what the next generation of Downtown Atlanta will become. This is a leadership opportunity of unusual scale and
Peña Search Assists To Be Like Me with the Recruitment of Executive Director
Peña Search recently assisted in the recruitment of Lauren Rowe as the new executive for To Be Like Me (TBLM) in Dallas, TX. Travis Hillier, Carlos González Peña, and Thaise Pereira led the assignment. She replaces To Be Like Me founder Hollis Owens, who has served as executive director since 2018 and initiated the search for her replacement last
BroadView Talent Partners Tapped by Baltimore Community Lending for President/CEO Search
BroadView Talent Partners was recently retained by Baltimore Community Lending, Inc. (BCL) to lead in its search for a new president and CEO. Tracy McMillan, Robyn Quinn, and Donna Young are leading the assignment. The CEO is the strategic, operational, and external leader of Baltimore Community Lending, responsible for driving the organization’s next era of growth and
Allen Austin Launches Evidence-Based Leadership Assessment VantagePoint
Houston, TX-based search firm Allen Austin launch of VantagePoint, an evidence-based leadership assessment that helps organizations identify and develop high-potential leaders with greater clarity and confidence. VantagePoint is grounded in three decades of leadership advisory work and original research by Allen Austin chairman and CEO Rob Andrews. Over two years, Mr. Andrews interviewed more than 100 CEOs,
The CHRO’s New Mandate
Across industries, the organizational design structure has shifted from a traditional pyramid to an hourglass model. This is not a recent development, explained Slayton Search Partners’ John Doyle in a recent report. “Organizational efficiencies, increased technology and the first wave of Baby Boomer retirements began this transition nearly two decades ago,” he said. “Experienced leaders have been retiring. Internal pipelines have
AGB Search Recruits 11th President for Lewis University
Washington, D.C.-based recruitment firm AGB Search, which specializes in higher education leadership assignments, has helped to recruit Christopher Sindt as the 11th president of Lewis University. The Lewis University board of trustees recently announced that president David Livingston, will retire at the conclusion of the 2025–26 academic year. Melissa K. Trotta, Matthew J. Kilcoyne, and John Cech led the assignment. “After
Kincannon & Reed Assists CCI Prime with CFO Search
Kincannon & Reed (K&R), which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has assisted in the recruitment of Jamie Broad as CFO of CCI Prime, bringing on a seasoned finance leader to support the company’s next phase of growth. “Jamie’s ability to connect financial insights to operational realities makes her an exceptional
EQU Advisors Seeking Senior Leader for Sarah Lawrence College
Executive search firm EQU Advisors was recently retained by Sarah Lawrence College to lead in its search for an associate vice president of enrollment. This executive will serve as a key member of the senior enrollment leadership team and a collaborative partner across the institution. This role is designed to strengthen coordination, elevate shared strategy, and support
Egon Zehnder Forms Alliance with IMD
Global leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder and IMD, a leading business school in global executive education, have formed a strategic partnership to facilitate board directors’ personal growth and elevate board performance. The partnership combines IMD’s academic rigor and deep connections to global boards with Egon Zehnder’s expertise in leadership and board effectiveness. Together, they will co-create tailored
Why Boards Are Betting on New CEOs and How to Set Them Up to Win
A growing number of companies are entrusting the corner office to leaders stepping into the CEO role for the first time. As succession strategies evolve and executive talent markets tighten, boards are increasingly prioritizing leadership potential, adaptability, and strategic vision over prior CEO experience. Boards now face a new question: which qualities make a first-time CEO succeed,
The Leadership Reset: What AI is Exposing About Today’s Executives
For decades, leadership success was largely measured by experience, team size, and the ability to manage complex organizations. Today, artificial intelligence is changing that equation, and it is reshaping how boards, investors, and hiring executives evaluate leadership talent. As AI transforms how work gets done, organizations are discovering that competitive advantage is no longer determined
Greenwood Asher & Associates Recruits Provost for the University of Cincinnati
Miramar Beach, FL-based executive recruitment firm Greenwood Asher & Associates has assisted the University of Cincinnati (UC) in the recruitment of Rudolph Buchheit as executive vice president for academic affairs and provost. Andriel Dees and Julie Schrodt led the assignment for the search firm. His selection follows a national search led by a dedicated search committee that was informed by
HARTZ Search Assists Geisinger with Recruitment of CIO
Charlotte, NC-based HARTZ Search has helped to recruit Bill Bellando as executive vice president and chief information officer of Geisinger. He joins Geisinger after serving as senior vice president and chief information officer at Georgia-based Wellstar Health System from 2022 to 2026. In this role, Mr. Bellando oversaw information technology and digital initiatives across the health system.
A Look at How Data-Driven, Tailored Search Drives Growth in Today’s Market
Executive search has entered a new phase of evolution. Recruiters say that while old-school search firms across the industry continue to ply the same old trade they always have, a new breed of search is producing outsized returns for clients. “At Bespoke Partners, we are at the forefront of this evolution,” said Eric Walczykowski, CEO
Global Sage Acquires Novo Group
Executive search firm Global Sage has acquired Novo Group, a boutique search firm dedicated to the global equities sales and research, and asset management and hedge funds sectors. Novo will further expand the global network of Global Sage, which has offices in Hong Kong, Tokyo, Singapore, New York, London and Johannesburg. Novo’s founder and CEO
Ropella Group to Lead Search for Ravano Green Power
Executive search firm The Ropella Group has been selected by Ravano Green Power to lead in its search for a new president. Ravano Green Power was founded in 2006 with the objective of investing and operating in the renewable energy market. The Ropella Group is a leading search firm serving the chemical and allied industries
CareerCast Partners with Big4.com
Big4.com, the global social network for Big 4 professionals and alumni, has signed on with job board solutions leader CareerCast.com (a division of Adicio Inc.) for the relaunch of their job site. CareerCast will provide Big4 with Adicio’s leading job board platform and its RevManage program, which includes fully managed sales, marketing and site administration
Vetted Solutions Joins Panorama
Washington, D.C.-based executive search firm Vetted Solutions LLC has joined Panorama, a global network of independent executive search firms with 20 offices and over 50 partners across Europe, North America and the Asian Pacific. “Vetted Solutions brings to the Panorama network both proximity to the critical Washington, D.C. market and expertise in association and non-profit
Pearson Partners Elects Co-Founder as CEO
Pearson Partners International has elected Keith Pearson, vice chairman and president, to succeed founder Bob Pearson as president, chief executive officer and vice chairman. He will manage the firm’s strategic direction and day-to-day operations and will continue to specialize in sourcing high-quality leadership talent for Fortune 1000 and private equity portfolio companies. Keith Pearson and
Patrick Prout Selected to Head IRC’s Financial Services Practice
IRC Global Executive Search Partners (IRC) has named Patrick M. Prout, president and chief executive officer of The Prout Group, as head of its financial services practice. “Our practice group leaders intensify the contacts between various IRC members, and develop IRC’s huge potential – which benefits all our clients, worldwide.” said Malcolm Duncan, president of
Cornerstone OnDemand Strengthens Board
Cornerstone OnDemand Inc., a global leader in cloud-based talent management software solutions, has announced that Joe Payne, former CEO of cloud-based marketing automation leader Eloqua, Inc., has joined its board of directors. Mr. Payne served as CEO and member of the board of directors of Eloqua from January 2007 until the company’s acquisition by Oracle
JDG Associates Fills CIO Post for Federal Emergency Management Agency
Executive search firm JDG Associates Ltd. has placed Adrian Gardner as the new chief information officer for the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Most recently, Mr. Gardner served as the CIO and director of the information and technology communications directorate for NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center. JDG Associates has been serving the executive recruitment needs of
Odgers Berndtson Adds Partner in Montreal
Executive search firm Odgers Berndtson has added Nathalie Francisci to its Montreal office as a partner. Ms. Francisci will focus on senior-level assignments in the financial services sector, as well as for crown corporations and large not-for-profit organizations. An expert on governance and diversity issues, Ms. Francisci currently sits on a number of boards, including
Witt/Kieffer to Lead Search for Zoologial Society of Florida
Executive search firm Witt/Kieffer has been selected by The Zoological Society of Florida to lead the recruitment of the organization’s new president and CEO. Senior partner Gregory Santore and consultant Jennifer Biehn will lead the search for Witt/Kieffer. “Witt/Kieffer’s strong track record of identifying exceptional leaders for organizations like ours that serve society speaks for
Buck Consultants Appoints Principal
Buck Consultants, a Xerox company and provider of human resource and benefits consulting, has appointed Joanne Jacobson as principal and retirement ERISA compliance consultant. Ms. Jacobson’s responsibilities include analyzing legislative, regulatory, and judicial developments and communicating key issues to Buck consultants and clients. She is located in the firm’s Washington, D.C. office. Ms. Jacobson joins
CTPartners Names Co-Leaders Of Industrial Practice
CTPartners has added Jim Aslaksen and Andy Talkington as vice chairmen and co-leaders of the firm's industrial practice. Mr. Aslaksen will be based in Chicago and Mr. Talkington in Houston. Mr. Aslaksen joins CTPartners from Korn/Ferry International, where he was the chemicals' sector co-global leader. He brings over 20 years of recruiting experience. Mr. Talkington
Amrop Names Nine New Partners
Global executive search firm Amrop has appointed nine new partners to its global network of executive search consultants. Ricardo Amatto joins the firm in Brazil and will be responsible for Amrop’s financial services practice (commercial banking, investment banking, insurance, asset & wealth management, credit cards and payments and private equity) in the region. Previously, he
Everjoy Consulting Adds Senior Consultant
Everjoy Consulting has added Rachel Beauchamp to its team as a senior recruitment consultant. Ms. Beauchamp has over 20 years of IT, resourcing and recruitment experience across a range of areas but with a specialization within the SAP marketplace. Her recruitment expertise includes ERP (SAP, Oracle), project management, business intelligence, IT infrastructure, and management consulting,
Carrington & Carrington Fills Position for Missouri Baptist
Search firm Carrington & Carrington, LTD. has placed Michael Kelly as the new vice president, hospital operations for Missouri Baptist Medical Center/BJC HealthCare. Missouri Baptist is a 489-bed acute-care hospital located in west St. Louis County. Headquartered in Chicago, with offices in Washington, D.C., and Memphis, Carrington & Carrington places candidates in middle management and
Welocalize Launches New Recruiting Solution
Welocalize, a provider of translation and localization solutions, has launched the specialized WeStaffing solution to help global brands access top talent for language services programs worldwide. The dedicated WeStaffing team provides retained and executive search, onsite and offsite contractors and permanent placement services for clients that need translators, vendor managers, testers and linguists, native and
Pearson Partners Expands Dallas Office with New VP
Pearson Partners International has named Heather Thomas as a vice president in its Dallas office. Ms. Thomas will help clients build leadership teams in the board room, senior executive suite and for senior management. Ms. Thomas was previously a regional vice president for eight years at Robert Half Management Resources, a professional services division that
Leadership Capital Group Fills CTO Post for Kaiser Permanente
Leadership Capital Group has placed Mike Sutten as senior vice president of information technology and chief technology officer at Kaiser Permanente. Most recently, Mr. Sutten served for five years as the CTO and deputy CIO for the U.S. Government. With a proud history of more than six decades, Kaiser Permanente is the country’s largest not-for-profit
Sucherman Consulting Group Adds Search Consultants
Sucherman Consulting Group Inc., a management consulting and executive search firm in the media and entertainment industries, has added Christina Sampaio-Forman and Mary Bryan Moore as search consultants in its Los Angeles and New York offices. Prior to joining Sucherman Consulting, Ms. Sampaio-Forman founded Eight Minds, an independent ‘think tank’ for television and film production
Paychex Partners with Kashoo
Paychex, Inc., a provider of payroll, human resource, and employee benefits solutions for small and medium-sized businesses, has partnered with Kashoo, a provider of cloud accounting software. Available on the web and via the Kashoo iPad app, Kashoo helps small business owners manage their business finances and collaborate with their accountants. “We are very excited
Economic Stability Leading to Uptick in Human Capital Investment
Companies are once again investing in human capital for the long haul, owing to stabilizing economies in developed markets and escalating global market competitiveness across multiple industries, according to the quarterly Boyden Executive Outlook. “Until recently, companies were limiting hiring to C-level and critical senior roles and remained skittish in making long-term plans to expand
Jacobson Group Puts Focus on New York Metro Region
Recruiting firm The Jacobson Group has added Lisa Rothman as engagement director. As part of Jacobson’s executive search practice, Ms. Rothman will consult with insurance organizations from all sectors of the industry on C-level, vice president and other executive-level searches. She will specifically focus on clients in the New York metro area. “Lisa’s deep search
Harris Search to Lead Search for Old Dominion University
Dublin, Ohio-based Harris Search Associates has been retained by Old Dominion University (ODU) to lead in its search for a new vice president of research. Established in 1930, Old Dominion University is a public research university located in Norfolk, Virginia. Founded in 1997, Harris Search Associates is a member of IIC Partners with 53 offices
WorkForce Software Selected by Western Financial
Western Financial Group (Western), a diversified insurance company, has chosen WorkForce Software’s EmpCenter workforce management solution to better manage its rapidly growing employee base. WorkForce Software is a provider of workforce management solutions for organizations with complex labor policies and stringent compliance demands. “As our company pursued an aggressive expansion plan, it was essential that
Morgan Samuels Names Head of Board Services Practice
Morgan Samuels, an L.A.-based human capital consulting firm, has appointed Jeff Hodge as a senior client partner. He will be leading the firm's board services practice, as well as working to expand its Northern California presence. Mr. Hodge was most recently vice chairman at Diversified Search, where his executive search practice focused on assignments to
Korn Ferry Adds Partner in U.K.
Korn/Ferry International has added Chris Donkin to its U.K. business as a senior client partner in the firm's industrial practice with a focus on the global automotive sector. Mr. Donkin will be focusing on developing Korn/Ferry’s leadership and talent consulting business in the automotive sector. Prior to joining Korn/Ferry, he was chief executive of Magma
Buffkin Group Completes Search for Magazines.com
Executive search firm The Buffkin Group has completed its search assignment with Magazines.com to select Brian Lang as its new director of acquisitions and Treye Johnson as the new director of CRM. With thousands of magazines on sale every day,Magazines.com offers an easy way to discover hot new reads and helps them track magazine subscriptions.
SilkRoad Announces New Product Enhancements; Forms Partnership with Visier
SilkRoad, a provider of cloud-based talent management solutions, has made enhancements to its life suite of integrated HRMS, talent acquisition, and talent development software. “Effective talent management requires a continuous evolution of the ways that companies attract, develop, and retain employees,” said John Shackleton, president and CEO of SilkRoad. “Our fall product enhancements facilitate greater
Nosal Partners Founder Sentencing Delayed
After hearing a half hour of arguments, the judge in the trade secrets theft case of executive recruiter David Nosal put sentencing over and ordered an evidentiary hearing to determine the amount of loss Mr. Nosal caused by stealing trade secrets. Mr. Nosal, founding chairman and CEO of San Francisco-based Nosal Partners LLC, was convicted
Third Street Partners Opens for Business
Executive recruiter Laura Pollock has launched Third Street Partners, a boutique executive search firm specializing in the investment management sector. David Schumer has joined the firm as principal. Ms. Pollock has conducted senior-level searches in investment management for more than a decade, and has worked closely with global investment management organizations. She was previously a
Borderless Executive Search Adds Consultant
Brussels-based Borderless Executive Search has added Ronald Wintzeus as a consultant. Mr. Wintzeus will support multinationals, expanding mid-caps and start-up companies in attracting and developing senior leadership teams. He was formerly an executive recruiter with DHR International and Korn/Ferry International. “Borderless continues to expand its team of specialist consultants in order to meet the growing
