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HVS Executive Search Names CEO
Global hospitality consulting firm HVS Executive Search has appointed Alice Sherman as CEO, beginning January 1, 2026. After more than 35 years in the retained executive search industry—including 12 years as CEO of HVS Executive Search—Court Williams will be retiring from his role. To ensure a seamless leadership transition and continued support for the company’s clients and team,
Private Equity Shifts Focus in Executive Hiring
In the evolving environment of private equity, the expectations placed on executive talent are undergoing a dramatic transformation. As firms adapt to shifting market dynamics, leadership teams are reassessing how executives engage, lead, and deliver value within portfolio companies. One of the most notable shifts is a renewed emphasis on in-person leadership, with cultural cohesion,
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.
Coulter Partners Recruits Chief Scientific Officer for Laigo Bio
Life sciences recruiting specialist Coulter Partners has recruited Richard C.A. Sainson as the new chief scientific officer of Laigo Bio. “It was a privilege to partner with Matthew and the Laigo board,” said Kay Wardle, managing partner at Coulter Partners. “Targeted protein degradation is one of the most exciting frontier areas of drug discovery, and finding a chief
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?
Blue Rock Human Capital Recruits Chief People Officer for Michelli Weighing & Measurement
Talent acquisition strategies at many large companies have become as complex as their balance sheets. And while chief human resource officers play a vital role in overseeing an organization’s broad-based workforce, the chief people officer typically goes beyond overseeing its people policies. The focus instead is on building talent as a key competitive advantage, with more
Raising the Bar for Interim and Fractional Leadership
As companies face mounting pressure to move faster and adapt to constant change, interim and fractional executives are increasingly being brought in not simply to maintain stability, but to drive transformation from day one. Organizations today are seeking experienced leaders who can step into critical roles, solve immediate business challenges, and create momentum while long-term
BoardWalk Consulting Selected by Atlanta Ballet for Executive Director Search
BoardWalk Consulting has was recently tapped by Atlanta Ballet to lead in its search for an executive director. The search is being led by Sam Pettway, Demeika Wheaton, and Patti Kish. The executive director will lead Atlanta Ballet’s administrative and business functions in alignment with the organization’s mission and values, while partnering closely with the artistic
When Search Fatigue Leads to Costly Hiring Mistakes
In executive search, the biggest hiring mistakes are not always caused by weak candidate pools or poor sourcing strategies. More often, breakdowns occur near the finish line, when prolonged interview cycles, competing stakeholder opinions, and mounting business pressures begin to wear down decision-making discipline. What starts as a rigorous evaluation process can gradually shift toward
Preng & Associates Recruits SVP of Government Services for American Bureau of Shipping
Houston-based Preng & Associates has placed Rear Admiral Ronald J. Rábago as senior vice president of government services at American Bureau of Shipping (ABS). “Admiral Rábago brings exceptional government and industry experience that will further enhance the support we provide to our government clients in the U.S. and around the world,” said John McDonald, ABS chairman and CEO. “His
McDermott + Bull Expands in Amsterdam
Irvine, CA-based McDermott + Bull has expanded in Amsterdam with the addition of Gerben van den Hout as managing director. “This strategic hire comes as McDermott + Bull continues to expand its executive search presence across Europe, further strengthening the firm’s ability to support organizations in identifying and placing high-impact leadership talent,” the firm said. “Gerben’s appointment represents an
The CHRO’s Leadership Imperative in the AI Era
As organizations accelerate their adoption of artificial intelligence, business leaders are increasingly recognizing that successful transformation depends as much on people and leadership as it does on technology itself. HR executives, in particular, are finding themselves at the center of conversations around workforce readiness, employee trust, skills development, and organizational change management. Industry observers note
Cluen Invites Executive Search Firms to Participate in Upcoming 2026 Technology Trends Survey
For more than three decades, Cluen has partnered with leading executive search firms around the world to understand how top-performing recruiters use technology to gain a competitive advantage. Each year, the company’s Top Trends in Executive Search Technology survey uncovers the strategies, priorities, and innovations shaping the future of the profession. How are executive search firms balancing the rapid adoption of AI
Lindauer Retained by C-SPAN for Chief Development Officer Search
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. Lindauer has been retained by C-SPAN to
NPAG Seeking Executive Director for the California Youth Defender Center
Executive search firm NPAG has been selected by the California Youth Defender Center (CYDC) to lead in its search for a new executive director. This search is being led by Ellen LaPointe and Phuong Quach. This is a unique opportunity to lead a respected and influential organization at a pivotal moment, shaping the future of youth justice
Lochlin Partners Helps Fill Senior Position for Business Roundtable
Lochlin Partners has assisted in the recruitment of Stefani Jones as senior director of policy at Business Roundtable (BRT). Ms. Jones is an accomplished technology policy leader with deep expertise at the intersection of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and national security. Her experience spans the White House, the private sector, and senior federal policy roles. She
Why Executives Should Think Carefully Before Accepting Counteroffers
Few moments in an executive’s career carry as much complexity as the decision to resign from a leadership role and pursue a new opportunity. What often begins as a strategic career move can quickly become emotionally charged once a current employer responds with incentives aimed at reversing that decision. Recruiters and leadership advisors note that
Funk Associates Tapped by the University of North Florida to Lead Search for Eighth President
Funk Associates was recently retained by the University of North Florida (UNF) to lead a national search for its eighth president. Past president Moez Limayem stepped down from his position in early 2026. The presidential search committee, chaired by UNF board of trustees member Jack Boyle, plays a critical role in this process, focusing on
Acertitude Recruits CEO for PE-Backed Zep Inc.
Acertitude has placed Tim Feast as the new CEO of Zep Inc., a Truelink Capital portfolio company. The search was led by partner, Geoff Votta and principal, Rod Vaughan with support from Matthew Marasco and Maryanne Santospirito. Mr. Feast steps into the role with a mandate to accelerate growth, sharpen execution, and lead Zep into its
SearchWide Global Seeking CEO for Visit California
SearchWide Global is currently seeking a new CEO for Visit California. The assignment is being led by Mike Gamble, chairman, CEO, and co-founder of SearchWide. Visit California is seeking a collaborative, visionary, and politically astute leader to serve as the next CEO. As the organization’s chief strategist, brand steward, and operational head, the CEO works
Intersearch Worldwide Elects Chairwoman and New Board Members
InterSearch Worldwide, a global alliance of executive search companies, has announce the newly elected board following and the appointment of Vanessa Delacourt as chairwoman, marking an exciting new chapter and reinforcing the organization’s commitment to innovation and sustainable growth. The board has welcomed: Leslie Cooper A. (Chile); Vanessa Delacourt (Benelux); Frank Schelstraete (Belgium); Henri Vidalinc
The Platform Shift Reshaping Human Capital M&A
Hunt Scanlon Ventures’ 2026 Human Capital Markets Update: Q1 M&A Report points to a market undergoing rapid institutionalization. Human capital M&A is no longer centered around standalone recruiting firms or opportunistic acquisitions. Instead, buyers are consolidating around integrated platforms that combine executive search, leadership advisory, workforce analytics, succession planning, and AI-enabled infrastructure. The shift reflects a broader
WittKieffer Recruits 22nd President for the University of Tulsa
Oak Brook, IL-based WittKieffer has placed Stacy Leeds as the 22nd president of the University of Tulsa (UTulsa). Zachary Smith, Robin Mamlet, and Julia Bradley led the assignment. Ms. Leeds was selected following a competitive and comprehensive national search. Members of the search committee and full board were drawn to her unique portfolio of executive management, philanthropic success and unimpeachable academic credibility. “Stacy
SPMB Recruits CFO for AbsenceSoft
SPMB Executive Search has recruited Megan Wood as CFO of AbsenceSoft, a Denver, CO-based employee leave management and accommodations platform. Jon Landau and Laura Ayre led the assignment. “The market opportunity in front of AbsenceSoft is significant, and Megan brings the right financial and operational depth to meet it,” said Chris Murphy, CEO of AbsenceSoft. “Her proven track record at fast-growth, innovative companies on
AGB Search Helps Recruit 20th President for the University of Montana
Washington, D.C.-based recruitment firm AGB Search, which specializes in higher education leadership assignments, has assisted in the recruitment of Jeremiah Shinn as the 20th president of the University of Montana. His selection follows a national search that drew more than 70 accomplished applicants from across the country. Roderick McDavis, James H. McCormick and Janice S. Fitzgerald led the assignment. “Dr. Shinn’s on-campus visit
TurnkeyZRG Appoints Vice President
TurnkeyZRG has expanded with the addition of Sean Magee as vice president. “College and professional football are being reshaped in real time — by revenue sharing, NIL, the transfer portal, and unprecedented financial and operational complexity,” said Chad Chatlos, managing partner, ZRG Turnkey. “Sean lived inside that disruption as a senior operator. He understands what it
Rethinking the Factors Behind Employee Loyalty and Retention
Two widely repeated assumptions continue to shape discussions around today’s workforce, despite oversimplifying a far more nuanced reality. Claims that employee loyalty has disappeared, or that departures are driven almost entirely by poor management, often overlook the broader mix of organizational, economic, leadership, and career factors influencing retention. While such narratives persist because they are
Anthem Executive Assists the University of West Alabama with Provost Search
Anthem Executive has assisted in the recruitment of Amy H. Jones as provost of the University of West Alabama, the role that oversees all aspects of academics at the institution. “Dr. Jones has demonstrated exceptional leadership and a deep commitment to the mission of UWA,” said Todd G. Fritch, president of the University of West Alabama.
ON Partners Recruits Chief Supply Chain Officer for Atmus Filtration Technologies
ON Partners has helped to recruited Kevin Carpenter as senior vice president and chief supply chain officer of NYSE-traded Atmus Filtration Technologies Inc. in Nashville, TN. Partner Heidi Hoffman led the assignment. “Kevin is a proven operations leader with a strong track record of building resilient, customer focused supply chains at scale,” said Steph Disher, president and
ZRG Partners Acquires Sterling Martin Associates
ZRG Partners has acquired Sterling Martin Associates, a Washington, D.C.–based executive search firm specializing in professional associations, trade organizations, and mission‑driven non-profit organizations. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Larry Hartmann, CEO of ZRG, said the acquisition reflects ZRG’s disciplined approach to growth. “This is not about scale for scale’s sake,” he explained.
A Look at the Importance of Proper Background Checks for Executive Search
Background checks are an important part of the hiring process. They can help confirm that candidates have the experience and education they claim to have. This includes verification of education, employment history, professional licenses, and certifications. Background checks can help identify candidates with a history of financial irresponsibility or fraudulent activities. This is important when hiring for senior
Net Medical Xpress Solutions Acquires Staffing Company
Net Medical Xpress Solutions, Inc., a leader in the telemedicine market, has acquired MedTel Solutions, a telemedicine staffing company based in Huntsville, AL. Under the terms of the agreement, the company issued three million shares to the two founders of MedTel and entered into employment agreements with them that provide stock-based performance bonuses. The deal
PrincetonOne Merges with Vermillion Group
PrincetonOne, a recruitment services provider based in Skillman, NJ, has merged with Des Moines-based executive search firm Vermillion Group. The merger will broaden PrincetonOne’s U.S. market presence, increase its team of recruitment professionals and further expand the industries in which it recruits. Founded in 1992 by Mike Vermillion, Vermillion Group has grown into one of
DavenportMajor Fills Sales Post for Independa
DavenportMajor Executive Search has placed Travis Palmquist as vice president of sales, Americas at Independa. Mr. Palmquist was previously executive vice president of national accounts at Eldermark. Founded in 2009, Independa’s technology enables independent living solutions for the eldercare industry. DavenportMajor is an executive search firm which specializes in senior executive and board of director
IIC Announces Changes to Its Board
IIC Partners has announced that existing board members Kris de Jager and Ruth Curran have been appointed vice chairs, and has added new director, Charlotte Eblinger, to its board. Mr. de Jager is founder and managing director of IIC Partners' Sydney-based member firm de Jager Executive Search. Ms. Curran is a partner at Dublin firm
Tribridge Acquires Talent Management Company Intelladon
Tribridge, a technology services firm specializing in business applications and cloud solutions, has acquired Tampa-based Intelladon, a talent management solutions consultant and integrator. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Intelladon’s solutions and strategic partnerships with talent management software providers will give Tribridge a foothold into the human capital management market and strengthen the
Kincannon & Reed Adds to Life Sciences Practice
Kincannon & Reed has named Deborah Schonberger as a senior associate in its Washington, D.C., area practice. Ms. Schonberger will add expertise to complement the firm's growth in life sciences. Most recently, she served as a senior associate as well as director of global practice operations and knowledge manager for the life sciences practice at
PageUp People Partners with Futurestep
International talent management solutions provider, PageUp People, has partnered with Futurestep, a Korn/Ferry International company that provides talent acquisition solutions. With this partnership, PageUp People will continue to support its growing client base of multinational corporations with its unified talent management software platform, which will now be enhanced with Futurestep’s range of talent and technology
Nosal Partners Completes Search for TMI, LLC
Executive recruiter Nosal Partners LLC has placed Mark Dilliplaine as vice president, sales and marketing at TMI, LLC, based in Pittsburgh. The search was conducted by Melissa Oszustowicz, a partner at Nosal. Mr. Dilliplaine was previously executive director, marketing/product development at MSA North America in Pittsburgh. Founded in 1988, TMI, LLC is a fully integrated,
iMomentous Creates Careet Site Mobility Platform
iMomentous, a mobile technology platform that enables companies to recruit, retain and engage their talent, has released the iMomentous Career Site Mobility Platform. The solution enables companies to put their employment brand right in the palm of their candidates’ hands, regardless of which mobile devices they use. Its single platform approach and support for a
Boyden Grows U.K. Team
Boyden has added Laurie Callow to Boyden U.K. as a partner in the firm's global healthcare and life sciences practice, based in London. Mr. Callow has joined the executive search team as a partner specializing in the hiring of senior executive and board positions across most sectors of the industry. He previously has held senior
Korn Ferry Finds CEO for Diebold
Korn/Ferry International has placed Andy W. Mattes as the new president and chief executive officer at Diebold, Incorporated. Mr. Mattes most recently was senior vice president, global strategic partnerships at Violin Memory, a manufacturer of flash memory computer storage systems. Diebold is a global leader in providing integrated self-service delivery and security systems and services.
Oracle and Netsuite to Deliver New HR Services
Oracle and NetSuite have announced an alliance focused on plans to deliver integrated HCM and ERP cloud services for mid-sized customers. Deloitte will work with Oracle and NetSuite to develop a practice with highly skilled practitioners specializing in tools and implementation services to help customers adopt the soon-to-be integrated SaaS technologies faster and more seamlessly.
ON24 Creates Virtual Talent Development Suite
ON24, Inc., a global leader in webcasting and virtual environment solutions, has announced the virtual talent development suite, a solution for businesses which provides an enhanced user experience for every stage of the employee development lifecycle, from talent acquisition and new-hire onboarding to employee learning and leadership development. This new offering from ON24 delivers an
Sucherman Consulting Group Taps New Executive Search Leader
Sucherman Consulting Group Inc., a management consulting and executive search firm in the media and entertainment industries, has added Jamie Waldron as executive vice president of its SCG Executive Search unit. He will run the executive search practice for the firm and will have additional responsibility for SCG’s West Coast operations. Mr. Waldron is a
B.E. Smith Adds SVP Management Consulting
Executive recruiting firm B.E. Smith has named Kathleen Meredith as senior vice president, management consulting. Ms. Meredith will lead a team that is equipped to consult as peers who understand the challenges provider organizations face in today's healthcare environment and the best practices for addressing them. She was previously president of Tohder Consulting which specialized
Koltin Consulting Fills Position for the Caryle Group
Koltin Consulting Group, a provider of management, marketing, and business consulting services to financial services firms, has placed Mark Keller as vice president of tax at The Carlyle Group. Managing director Geremy Cepin and director Sara King completed the search. Mr. Keller was previously the vice president of tax at Arbitron. The Carlyle Group is
Paychex Acquires myStaffingPro
Paychex, Inc., a provider of payroll, human resource, and employee benefits solutions for small and medium-sized businesses, has acquired HR Services, Inc. and myStaffingPro, its Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) applicant tracking suite. HR Services, Inc., founded in 1993, is based in Lima, Ohio, and now operates as a wholly owned subsidiary of Paychex. Financial terms of the
True Continues Expansion
Executive recruiting firm True has expanded with the additions of Todd Zangrillo, Eoin O'Neill and Fletcher Schottland as partners. Established in 2012, True has grown from its four founders to more than 20 search professionals across Philadelphia, New York, Boston and Silicon Valley. Mr. Zangrillo joined True from eBay's enterprise commerce technology organization, where he
Versique Search & Consulting Launches Finance and Accounting Division
Versique Search & Consulting, formerly known as McKinley Group, has launched a finance and accounting division, led by recruiter Joe Reardon. Mr. Reardon brings over 10 years of executive recruiting experience to the Versique team, as well as 20 years of finance and accounting leadership experience, including roles such as controller and CFO. He previously
Social Media Not Best Outlet for Job Seekers
While social media may be a popular vehicle for candidates to do a job search, a new CareerBuilder study shows it can also end up costing you the job. More than two in five (43 percent) hiring managers who currently research candidates via social media said they have found information that has caused them not
Kronos Selected by Best Buy Mexico
Best Buy Mexico, a subsidiary of Best Buy Co. Inc, has selected workforce management solutions from Kronos Incorporated to more effectively manage its workforce. Gabriel Alvarado, general director, Kronos Latin America, said: “The Best Buy brand exemplifies solid values of customer service and employee satisfaction and it is rewarding to see Best Buy Mexico embracing
Bó Lè Associates Completes Sale to Recruit Holdings
Chinese search firm Bó Lè Associates has completed the sale of its remaining shares to Recruit Holdings Co. Ltd. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Bó Lè Associates was established in 1996 and currently operates out of 17 offices in Greater China and seven offices in Southeast Asia; it has 550 employees and
Norman Broadbent Opens New Office in France
Executive recruiter Norman Broadbent has opened its newest office location in France. Catherine Ceva has been appointed to serve as the managing partner of the new office. Ms. Ceva was previously an associate partner in the Paris office at TRANSEARCH. Her background includes working on assignments in fashion, retail and consumer goods. Ms. Ceva’s previous
Turnkey Search Recruits CEO for ASICS LA Marathon
Sports and entertainment-focused executive recruiter Turnkey Search has placed Tracey Russell as chief executive officer of the ASICS LA Marathon. Ms. Russell is the executive director of the Atlanta Track Club (ATC) and has nearly two decades of race management experience. LA MARATHON LLC is a leading U.S. running organization dedicated to transforming lives through
Halogen Software Selected by API Technologies
Halogen Software has been selected by API Technologies Corp. to unify employee performance management across its competitive workforce. API Technologies chose Halogen to help make processes, competencies, performance ratings, goal management and development plans standardized and consistent across the company. “With a number of acquisitions over the years, API Technologies didn't have a consistent performance
Heidrick & Struggles Names Head of London Office
Executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has named Will Moynahan as managing partner to lead its London office. In his search and leadership advisory capacity, Mr. Moynahan is a member of both the firm's global CEO & board of directors practice and its private equity sector. “We are privileged to work in a city
LifeWork Search Strengthens Recruiting Team
LifeWork Search has added Laura Patterson, formerly of American Express and Bank of America Merchant Services, to its executive search team. Ms. Patterson will lead the firm’s new compliance / fraud / risk desk. Her merchant services career started in 2002 with American Express, focusing on the acquirer side of the business. Her most recent
3P Consultants Completes Assignment for SARA (Hong Kong)
Executive search firm 3P Consultants Pvt. Ltd has placed Sanjay Malpani as vice president of corporate finance and strategic planning at SARA (Hong Kong) Ltd. Mr. Malpani previously served as chief executive officer at Acme Global Ltd. SARA (Hong Kong) Ltd. is the chemical, plastic trade & distribution wing of the Mohanani family group, which
NonStop Recruitment Opens New Office in Prague
NonStop Recruitment has expanded its reach in mainland Europe with the opening of a new office in Prague. The office is the third NonStop office in Europe, the others being the European Resource Center in Pardubice and the Zug office in Switzerland which serves the Swiss, German and Austrian markets. NonStop Recruitment will also be
Korn Ferry Adds to Atlanta Office
Korn/Ferry International has added Amy Young as principal in the firm's consumer search practice. She will be based in Korn/Ferry’s Atlanta office. Ms. Young joins Korn/Ferry International from Leader Enterprises, a Roswell-based marketing and technology consulting firm focused on consumer, entertainment and sports clients, where she was the director of talent acquisition and organizational development.
Work&Partners Places Sales/Marketing Exec at Electronic Ink
New York-based Work&Partners LLC has placed Douglas Humphreys as executive vice president of worldwide sales and marketing at Electronic Ink. Mr. Humphreys was formerly chief operating officer of RoadhouseOne. Electronic Ink is an international business system design consultancy dedicated to improving the way people interact with technology, environments and one another. Founded in 2002, Work&Partners
