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Caldwell Launches Sports & Entertainment Practice
Toronto-headquartered Caldwell has launched a sports & entertainment practice, a new global sector group dedicated to connecting senior leaders with organizations at the intersection of sports, technology, media, entertainment, and investment. “As our clients increase their investments in sports, media, and entertainment, we’re launching this specialty practice to support their expanding portfolios,” said Chris Beck, chief
Unlocking the Value of Diverse Leaders
Diversity in leadership is no longer a discussion about representation — it’s a defining factor in organizational performance. Across industries, companies are realizing that when leadership teams reflect a range of experiences, perspectives, and voices, they make better decisions and drive stronger business outcomes. Beyond simply filling seats, true leadership diversity transforms how teams think,
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.
CIO Partners Leading Cybersecurity Search for Flexsteel Industries
CIO Partners was recently retained by Flexsteel Industries in Dubuque, IA, to lead in its search for director of cybersecurity. This role partners closely with IT, executive leadership, legal, compliance, operations, and external security partners to reduce cyber risk, strengthen business resilience, and ensure the organization is prepared to prevent, detect, respond to, and recover
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?
Pacific International Launches Leadership Coaching and Onboarding Service
London-headquartered executive search firm Pacific International Executive Search has launched its new leadership coaching & onboarding service. This will support senior leaders through the highest-stakes moments of their careers. “The first months in a new leadership role, a step-change in scope, the pressures of C-suite leadership – these are just a few examples where an experienced coach can turn potential into value faster
Leveraging AI to Drive Business Development in Executive Search
AI is beginning to reshape how executive search firms approach business development, moving the process beyond traditional account lists and periodic outreach toward more continuous market intelligence. By helping recruiters identify meaningful changes across companies, leadership teams, and professional networks, AI is creating new opportunities to engage clients with greater relevance and better timing. The
Korn Ferry Retained by Convergence for CEO Search
Korn Ferry has been retained by Convergence to lead in its search for a new CEO. Joan Larrea will retire as CEO in early 2027 after more than a decade of leadership. Since inception, Ms. Larrea has led the organization through a decade of significant growth, helping establish Convergence as the world’s leading authority on
St. Olaf College Taps Brettschneider Executive Search for Chief Information Officer Search
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been selected by St. Olaf College to lead in its search for chief information officer. St. Olaf seeks a values-forward, innovative CIO. The next CIO of St. Olaf College will serve as a trusted advisor to the provost, president, and president’s leadership team on the role of information and library resources
Boyden Seeking CEO for Creative BC
Boyden has been retained by Creative BC in Vancouver, British Columbia to lead in its search for a new CEO. Reporting to the board of directors, the CEO will provide strategic and operational leadership to an organization that sits at the center of British Columbia’s creative economy. The CEO will lead the execution of Creative BC’s mandate
Signium Expands in Belgium
Executive search consortium Signium has expanded with the addition of Valérie Schmitt to its Belgium team as leadership consulting partner. “She will support executive leaders and teams at pivotal moments, helping them navigate change and succeed in complex environments,” Signium said. “Drawing on more than 25 years in senior corporate roles, Valérie brings first-hand experience of the challenges
How AI Is Reshaping Executive Assessment and Leadership Development
As organizations look for better ways to evaluate leadership potential, attention is shifting beyond experience and credentials toward how executives actually think, communicate, make decisions, and respond under pressure. AI is creating new ways to analyze those behaviors at scale, giving executive search firms and their clients additional evidence when assessing qualities such as judgment,
Caldwell Assists the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority with the Recruitment of President for the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project
Toronto-based Caldwell has assisted the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority with the recruitment of Cheryl Nelms as president of the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project. Her appointment follows a competitive international executive recruitment process. The search was led by Drew Railton, Lucy Antrobus, and Vicky O’Connor. “With more than 25 years of experience delivering complex infrastructure projects across Canada, Cheryl brings
TOC Arts Partners Fills Key Position for Film at Lincoln Center
New York City-based TOC Arts Partners has helped to recruit Trent Anderson as vice president of development of Film at Lincoln Center (FLC). This follows an extensive national search led by senior strategist, Brenna Thomas. “Throughout the search process, Trent distinguished himself with his strategic vision, fundraising expertise, and thoughtful leadership,” said Daniel Battsek, president of Film
True Launches Forensic Referencing Offering
Global executive talent platform True has launched True Forensic Referencing, a new executive intelligence capability designed to help investors, boards, and executive teams make more informed leadership decisions before high-stakes investments, new business relationships, and governance milestones. The firm named Christopher Jaros as partner to build and lead the offering. This expands True’s executive intelligence platform, complementing the firm’s executive
Long Ridge Partners Appoints Director
New York City-based Long Ridge Partners has named Chrissie Shin as director. “Please join us in congratulating Chrissie Shin on her promotion to director,” Long Ridge Partners said in a LinkedIn post. “Chrissie’s expertise, dedication, and leadership have made her an invaluable member of the Long Ridge team. This well-earned promotion reflects the impact she’s made across
Navigating the Search for Tomorrow’s HBCU Leaders
Leadership searches at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) are becoming increasingly complex as boards weigh institutional legacy against rapidly changing demands on presidents. Executive search firms are being asked to identify candidates who can balance mission, financial stewardship, fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and long-term strategy while navigating a more uncertain higher education environment. For HBCUs,
Egon Zehnder Called in by CAAT Pension Plan for CEO Search
Leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder has been selected by the board of trustees of CAAT Pension Plan to lead in its search for its next chief executive officer. This follows the departure of longtime CEO and plan manager Derek Dobson, who recently resigned. The search will focus on leaders who can combine strategic vision with operational discipline,
The National Airlines Council of Canada Retains Odgers to Lead Search for CEO
Odgers was recently retained by the National Airlines Council of Canada (NACC) to lead in its search for a new president and CEO. Jeff Morrison has informed the board of his intention to retire. He will continue to lead the association until a successor is appointed to ensure a seamless transition of leadership. To support the
PierceGray Expands Staff with New Vice President
PierceGray has expanded with the addition of Kara Hennessey as vice president in the firm’s finance practice. She will be based in the New York office. “PierceGray is excited to welcome Kara Hennessey to the team as our newest vice president,” the firm said in a LinkedIn post. “Kara brings almost 10 years of executive search
The ExeQfind Group Forms Alliance with Aspire HR Consultants
The ExeQfind Group has formed a strategic partnership with Aspire HR Consultants – Middle East, an executive search and leadership advisory firm covering the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) from offices across Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar. “Partnering with Aspire HR Consultants represents a significant step in strengthening our international capabilities,” said Warren
Private Equity Faces Growing Leadership Succession Risks
Private equity firms are placing greater emphasis on leadership planning as talent availability becomes an increasingly important factor in value creation. For executive search firms, that shift is expanding the mandate beyond filling immediate vacancies to helping sponsors identify succession risks, build deeper leadership pipelines, and prepare portfolio companies for transition well before a critical
Cook Silverman Search Tapped by EPACANDO to Help Find New Executive Director
Greenbrae, CA-based Cook Silverman Search was recently retained by East Palo Alto Community Alliance and Neighborhood Development Organization (EPACANDO) to lead in its search for a new executive director. Current executive director Duane Bay is planning to retire. The non-profit seeks an experienced, community-centered executive director to lead the organization into its next chapter: Building the capacity
RH Perry & Associates Retained by Skagit Valley College for President Search
RH Perry & Associates has been selected by Skagit Valley College (SVC) to lead in its search for a new president. The assignment is being led by senior consultant Sue DeWine and and Paul G. Doeg, president and chief operating officer. The president will strengthen the College’s ‘One College’ approach by enhancing coordination across the Mount Vernon and Whidbey
Modern Executive Solutions Names Managing Director
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Matheus Furlan as managing director. “Matheus brings a global perspective to leadership development, with experience helping executives and teams navigate change, build self-awareness, and lead more effectively across cultures and business contexts,” Modern said in a LinkedIn post. “His background as a master coach, facilitator,
HiBob Secures Funding to Drive AI-powered Enterprise
Tel Aviv-based HR tech platform HiBob has announced an investment led by Salesforce with additional participation from Farallon. This marks a key milestone in HiBob’s evolution from a modern HR platform into an organizational intelligence layer for modern businesses. The investment reflects a shared belief that trusted workforce data and organizational context will become critical infrastructure for the AI-powered enterprise.
The M&A Predictions That Shaped 2026
Ansarada’s 2026 Global M&A Predictions Report brought together 26 dealmakers from the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Australia, and New Zealand around four central expectations: M&A would remain resilient despite uncertainty, interest-rate relief could unlock activity, energy and technology would attract capital while consumer sectors lagged, and AI would become increasingly important to both asset
Korn Ferry Posts Q1 Fiscal-Year 2027 Revenues of $756.5 Million
Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) has posted Q1 fiscal-year 2027 revenues of $756.5 million, an increase of seven percent year-over-year with growth in all regions. This marks the firm’s sixth consecutive quarter of top line growth. The growth was led by double digit growth in search and workforce solutions of 10 percent and 11 percent, respectively.In addition, first
AGB Search Seeking University of Illinois System President
The University of Illinois Board of Trustees has tapped Washington, D.C.-based recruitment firm AGB Search to lead in its search for the University of Illinois System president. Roderick McDavis, Sally Mason and Garry W. Owens are leading the assignment. The president will lead the system into the next era of higher education with strategic vision, effective and authentic communication, and a
CarterBaldwin Assists AdelFi With Chief Innovation and Technology Officer Search
CarterBaldwin Executive Search has assisted in the recruitment of Cameron Forbes as chief innovation and technology officer of AdelFi, a division of Christian Community Credit Union. His appointment is a key piece of AdelFi’s strategy investing in enhanced cybersecurity and regulatory readiness, scaled digital channels for engagement and accessibility, and improved personalized, digitally enabled member experiences. Associate partner
ZRG Acquires Bravanti
ZRG, a global talent advisory firm and portfolio company of RFE Investment Partners, has acquired Bravanti, a Chicago-based advisory firm specializing in services including executive coaching, executive team coaching, developing leaders, and outplacement/career transition services. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. “Bravanti brings expertise in three key areas: executive coaching, leadership acceleration, and outplacement career transition,”
Simply Hired Adds SVP Sales
Simply Hired, a search engine for jobs and recruitment advertising network, has named Beth Prunier as senior vice president of sales. Ms. Prunier joins Simply Hired from CareerBuilder and brings more than 20 years of experience in driving enterprise sales strategies and revenue growth. In her new role, she will guide global sales activities for
DHR Adds New Recruiters In Global Practice Groups In Europe
DHR International has added Xavier Alix as executive vice president in Europe. Mr. Alix will be a member of multiple DHR International global practice groups with a specific focus on expanding the firm’s already strong presence in the European industrial, financial services, and advanced technology sectors. For the past 24 years he has been a
Preston & Partners Leading HR Search for Cracker Barrel
Preston & Partners has been selected by Cracker Barrel to lead in its search for a new senior vice president of human resources. Elaine Erickson, managing partner of the NY office of Preston & Partners will be leading the search. Cracker Barrel Old Country Store restaurants provide a friendly home-away-from-home in their old country stores
Cejka Search Earns Spot on Top Health Care Employers List
For the second year in a row Cejka Executive Search has been included by Modern Healthcare, a leading source of health care business and policy new, in its annual list of Best Places to Work in 2013. With more than 30 years of experience in recruiting physicians and health care leaders for its clients, Cejka
NorthgateArinso Inks Seven-Year Deal With Finmeccanica
NorthgateArinso (NGA), a global provider of HR systems and services, has signed a seven year contract with Selex ES, AgustaWestland and Finmeccanica U.K. for a HRO and integrated HRP solution. Alistair Blaxill, regional president at NorthgateArinso, said: “The partnership between NorthgateArinso Selex ES, AgustaWestland and Finmeccanica is not just about providing enhanced service through technology
Calibre One Looks to Asia for Growth
U.K.-based executive search firm Calibre One is increasing its global foot print with the transfer of associate Jonathan Deffarges to Singapore from its San Francisco office. The move is part of a planned build-out of Calibre One’s presence in Asia and is in response to an increasing demand in services from the firm’s U.S. and
Workopolis Unveils New Recruitment Tool To Canadian Market
Canadian careers site Workopolis has unveiled its new online recruitment tool Social Job Share, enabling customers to attract and hire high candidates from Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and hundreds of other social networks through one-click job distribution. It also allows companies to build their own online referral network by leveraging their current employees’ social connections to
Kforce Records 5.6 Percent Revenue Increase
Kforce Inc./(NASDAQ:KFRC), a provider of professional staffing services and solutions, has posted revenues of $299.7 million for the third quarter ended September 30, 2013, an increase of 5.6 percent from $270.2 million a year ago. The company reported net income of $9.0 million, or $0.27 per share, versus net income of $9.3 million, or $0.26
Workplace Inclusion Still Lacks Financial Incentives
Ninety-six percent of executives believe having a diverse and inclusive workforce can improve employee engagement and business performance, according to a survey by the Korn/Ferry Institute. However, while the poll shows executive attitudes are positive, it also shows enterprises need to do more to promote inclusion — while 72 percent of executives say their organizations
Sanford Rose Associates Executive Search Network Expands
The Sanford Rose Associates Executive Search Network has expanded its services with the opening of Sanford Rose Associates – JFSPartners. Joseph Sos is president and founder of JFS and has over a decade of history in recruitment in finance, accounting, and business analytics. Since inception in 2006, JFS has completed over 500 searches at the
The Human Capital Group Fills Position for Onlife Health
Brentwood, TN-based The Human Capital Group, Inc. has recruited David Wheeler as vice president, coaching center operations, at Onlife Health, Inc., a division of Blue Cross Blue Shield. Mr. Wheeler has over 20 years of healthcare and business operations experience, most recently with Carewise Health as director of clinical operations. Onlife Health, Inc. headquartered in
Kelly Services Posts Flat Q3 Revenues
Kelly Services, Inc./(NASDAQ:KELY), a global provider of workforce solutions, reported revenue for the third quarter of 2013 totaled $1.3 billion, a 0.6 percent decrease compared to the corresponding quarter of 2012. The company posted earnings from operations of $20.2 million. Included in the results of operations in the Q3 of 2013 are restructuring charges of
CTPartners Adds Heidrick Recruiter in Financial Services
CTPartners has added Thomas Moran as a vice chairman in the firm's global financial services practice. Mr. Moran will be based in Chicago and will also be a member of the firm's insurance/asset, wealth management and CEO / board practices sectors. Previously, he co-led the North American financial services practice for Heidrick & Struggles, where
Russell Reynolds Associate Leading CFO Search for KMG Chemicals
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has been retained by KMG Chemicals, Inc. to lead in its search for a new chief financial officer. Current CFO, John V. Sobchak, has resigned in order to pursue other interests. KMG Chemicals, Inc., through its subsidiaries, produces and distributes specialty chemicals to select markets. With
Robert Half Posts Modest Gain; Net Earnings Increase
Robert Half International Inc./(NYSE:RHI) posted third quarter 2013 revenues of $1.08 billion, a four percent increase from revenues of $1.03 billion during the same period a year ago. During the quarter, the company recorded earnings of $66.4 million, or 48 cents per share, compared with $57.7 million, or 31 cents per share, last year. “Demand
Jibe Secures $4 Million in Funding
Jibe, Inc., a provider of recruiting technology solutions, has closed a $4 million credit facility from Silicon Valley Bank. The funds will be used to continue the company’s expansion and growth plans. Joe Essenfeld, Jibe founder & CEO, said: “With the introduction this year of new, data-driven and mobile solutions into a market ripe for
Erevena Adds Two Senior Partners
Technology-focused executive search firm Erevena has added Sam Wilkins and Kevin Elderfield to its staff as senior partners. Both partners join the firm from Lonmoor, a boutique search firm focused on the global technology industry; prior to Lonmoor, they were founding directors at Quorum International. Both bring a wealth of experience to Erevena’s key specializations
Hudson Global Records 12.9 Percent Revenue Decline
Hudson Global/(NASDAQ:HSON) has posted third quarter 2013 revenues of $163.6 million, down 12.9 percent from the third quarter of 2012. The company recorded a net loss of $5 million, or $0.15 per basic and diluted share, as compared with net loss of $2.2 million, or $0.07 per basic and diluted share in the same period
Trilogy Search Completes Search for CooperVision
Retained executive search firm Trilogy Search Non+Profit has placed Pamela Jackson as senior director, marketing communications and digital marketing, forCooperVision, a manufacturer of soft contact lenses. Chuck Pappalardo handled the assignment on behalf of Trilogy. Prior to joining CooperVision, Ms. Jackson held progressively responsible positions with Symantec Corporation, most recently serving as senior director of
Affintus Introduces On-Demand Hiring Solution
Affintus has released its cloud-based pre-hire assessment solution designed to deliver a cost-effective way for companies to evaluate all candidates who apply for a job. Affintus helps companies make better hiring decisions by matching candidates to jobs based on cognitive, work style and work cultural preferences. Job candidates only complete the assessment once and are
Korn Ferry International Adds Senior Partner in Global Technology Practice
Korn/Ferry International has added Keith Deussing as a senior client partner in the firm's global technology practice. He will be based out of Korn/Ferry's Princeton office. Mr. Deussing joins Korn/Ferry from Heidrick & Struggles, where he served as senior partner in the technology and industrial practices. He works closely with high growth companies, having served
Alexander Mann Solutions to be Acquired by New Mountain Capital
New Mountain Capital LLC, a private equity investor, has signed an agreement to acquire Alexander Mann Solutions, a London-based talent acquisition and management business. The transaction is subject to EU Competition Commission approval. New Mountain will support Alexander Mann Solutions to further develop their integrated offering of outsourcing and consultancy services which help international organizations
Wurster Partners Recruits COO for Rock Gaming
Executive search firm Wurster Partners has placed Mark Dunkeson as president and chief operating officer of Rock Gaming LLC, a Midwest-based gaming partnership focused on the development of urban casinos. Mr. Dunkeson previously served as senior vice president of operations for several multi-property divisions of Station Casinos LLC since 2008. Wurster Partners is a specialized
CDI Corp. Posts Flat Q3 Revenues
CDI Corp./(NYSE:CDI), a Philadelphia-based provider of IT-focused recruitment solutions, posted third quarter revenues of $277.9 million, a decrease of less than one percent from a year ago. The company reported net income of $4.5 million, or $0.23 per diluted share, versus net income of $5.3 million, or $0.27 per diluted share, in the prior-year quarter.
CFO and Managing Partner Depart Options Group
Ike Suri, co-president and chief financial officer, and Gene Shen, managing partner, have left global recruiting firm Options Group. Mr. Suri resigned to pursue other opportunities including launching a merchant bank, Pelican Point Capital Partners LLC. Mr. Shen also departed to pursue other interests. Mike Karp, Options Group CEO, said: “Mr. Suri has been with
Fesa Global Executive Search Adds New VP and Partner
Fesa Global Executive Search has named Aldo Bergamasco as a new vice president and partner in the firm’s agribusiness, food and beverage practice. Mr. Bergamasco started his career at Johnson & Johnson and later became marketing director for Latin America, being part of the team responsible for defining global strategies and for leading multicultural and
Furst Group Lands CEO For Medicaid Health Plans of America
Healthcare-focused executive search firm Furst Group has assisted in the recruitment of Jeff Myers as new president and chief executive officer of Medicaid Health Plans of America (MHPA). Mr. Myers was formerly senior vice president of policy and government relations at the American Health Care Association (AHCA). His government relations work prior to AHCA includes
Ultimate Software Posts 25 Percent Q3 Revenue Gain
Ultimate Software/(NASDAQ:ULTI), a provider of HR, payroll, and talent management solutions, has posted third quarter revenues of revenues of $103.1 million, an increase of 25 percent, compared to $82.6 million, a year ago. GAAP net income for the quarter was $6.3 million, or $0.22 per diluted share, compared to $4.7 million, or $0.16 per diluted
Alden & Associates Strengthens Intercollegiate Athletics Recruiting Team
Alden & Associates. Inc., an intercollegiate athletics executive search and consulting services firm, has added Jeffrey H. Orleans J.D. and Philip H. Goldstein to its team of recruiters. Both have many years of experience in NCAA Division I athletics. Mr. Orleans brings a background in college athletics having served as the executive director of the
Lucas Group Acquired by Investment Firm Orchard Holdings
Search firm Lucas Group has been acquired by private investment firm Orchard Holdings Group. Orchard acquired the 43 year-old recruitment firm from H.I.G. Capital, a private investment firm that purchased Lucas Group in 2007. “Lucas Group’s acquisition by Orchard begins a new chapter in our story – one that centers on excellence, growth and long-term
Diversified Search Fills Position for St. Dominic Hospital
Diversified Search has recruited Dr. Lawrence M. Riddles to serve as executive vice president, medical affairs and quality at St. Dominic Hospital. Dr. Riddles was previously president and board chair for the American College of Physician Executives and he continues to serve as ACPE board chair. The search was led by Martha Hauser, healthcare practice
