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What are Boards Doing Differently for Better Executive Appointments in 2026?
Boards are increasingly reshaping how they approach executive appointments—building the governance discipline, assessment rigor, and future-facing criteria needed to make confident leadership decisions in a more volatile and accelerated world. Leadership decisions are moving faster, carrying higher stakes and less room for error, according to a recent report from Signium. “Today, boards are asking whether
Why Speed is Critical in Executive Recruiting
Executive leadership vacancies rarely arrive at a convenient moment—and in a business climate defined by rapid change, shrinking decision windows, and relentless performance demands, the cost of an empty seat compounds quickly. What was once viewed as a manageable transition period can now undermine momentum across strategy, operations, and culture, especially when teams are already
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.
Modern Executive Solutions Names New Leader to Drive M1 Technology Community Expansion
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Joan Rohs as senior partner, M1 Technology Community. “We’re building an integrated network that connects exceptional leaders, brings together the right expertise, and helps prepare executives for a world being reshaped by AI,” said Mark Oppenheimer, CEO of Modern Executive Solutions. “Joan brings an extraordinary
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?
StevenDouglas Expands HR Practice
StevenDouglas recently expanded with the addition of Brittney Molitor as a director, human resources search. “Brittney takes a highly consultative approach to search, focusing on both the capabilities required for a role and the cultural alignment needed for long-term success,” StevenDouglas said in a LinkedIn post. “She is passionate about building genuine relationships with clients
Insight Partners Launches Empower to Prepare CIOs for Board Roles
AI and software investor Insight Partners has launched Empower, a program that helps Global 2000 CIOs plan and prepare for board seats, startup advisory positions and other portfolio-career paths while they are still in their operating roles. Empower launches with 10 delivery partners, including Diligent, Heidrick & Struggles, Riviera Partners, and Global Mentors Group, and has
Brettschneider Executive Search Tapped by William Paterson University to Find Next Provost
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been retained by William Paterson University (WP) to lead in its search for a provost and senior vice president for academic affairs. Reporting to president Richard J. Helldobler, the provost will serve as chief academic officer and as a visible, collaborative partner to the president, cabinet, deans, and faculty governance bodies.
Klein Hersh Recruits President and CEO for Shenandoah Therapeutics
Klein Hersh, a search firm focused on the life sciences and healthcare industries, has placed Steve Worland as president, CEO and a member of the board of directors at Shenandoah Therapeutics. Co-founder and founding CEO Isabella Graef, has transitioned to chief scientific officer and will continue to lead Shenandoah’s scientific strategy. “I’m delighted to welcome
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
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
What is Bionic Recruiting? The Art of Blending AI with Human Expertise
As we stand on the brink of a new era, the fusion of AI technologies with human intuition is transforming the recruitment landscape like never before. Imagine a world where advanced algorithms can sift through countless resumes in seconds, yet the final hiring decisions are driven by human empathy and insight. This is bionic recruiting—an ideal blend of
The Human Capital Group Fills Position for CP Kelco
Brentwood, TN-based The Human Capital Group, Inc. has placed Matt Turner as the director of operations – Biogums, at CP Kelco. Mr. Turner has 20 years of manufacturing, operations and leadership experience at Cargill and Golden Peanut, and most recently with Justin’s Nut Butter as COO. CP Kelco, a division of JM Huber Corporation, with
Corporate Resources Services to Unveil Recruiting Solution to US Market
Corporate Resource Services, Inc. (CRS), a diversified staffing, recruiting, and consulting services firm, is preparing to launch its new iintegra Software in the U.S. The company recently acquired Flex Recruitment team in the U.K. to develop the software, which is a recruitment solutions platform designed for companies to attract, acquire and recruit suitable candidates. Mark.
Boyden Makes Major Foray into Canadian Market
Executive search firm Boyden has significantly expanded its presence in the burgeoning Canadian marketplace with the addition of more than 80 professionals from the Vancouver and Ottawa offices of rival Odgers Berndtson. “Our new colleagues bring world class expertise and a commitment to client service that is a great strategic fit for our expansion in
Egon Zehnder Study Finds New Leadership Paradigm
Executives navigating today’s complex business landscape no longer can rely on past experience to drive future performance success, according to a global study released by Egon Zehnder. The study of more than 800 executives from around the world found that a new leadership paradigm is emerging that shifts away from what leaders know and toward
Preston & Partners Grows Staff in Atlanta
Preston & Partners Talent Solutions has expanded its Atlanta office with the addition of Candice St. Pierre. Ms. St. Pierre joins Preston after six years with Atkins Nutritionals. “We are thrilled to have Candice join our firm. Her experience in working with consumer centric companies is a perfect fit with our growth in the natural
B.E. Smith Finds CEO for Madison County Hospital
Executive recruiting firm B.E. Smith has placed Dana Engle as the new chief executive officer for Madison County Hospital. Formerly, Ms. Engle held the role of CEO for Rocking Horse Community Health Center. “Madison County Hospital was seeking an experienced senior healthcare executive to provide strategic and operational leadership while continuing to drive the organization’s
Berwick Partners Strengthens Retail Practice
Berwick Partners has named Tamsin Terry-Lush as a principal consultant working in the firm's consumer retail practice with a focus on retail. Ms. Terry-Lush joins with experience from a variety of resourcing and talent acquisition roles. After completing a general management graduate training scheme in luxury retail she moved to work within HR. This was
Alexander Hughes Adds to Moscow Office
Alexander Hughes has added Luba Gurova as a consultant in its Moscow office. Ms. Gurova is a consulting and communication expert with nearly 10 years of experience in C-level advisory for 30 Russian and international companies. She brings consulting experience in the sectors of energy, financial services, legal services, consumer goods, travel & tourism, construction,
Korn Ferry Posts 23 Percent Revenue Gain
Korn/Ferry/(NYSE:KFY) posted fee revenues of $238 million for the second quarter of fiscal 2014, an increase of 23 percent from revenues of $196.2 million a year ago. Excluding prior year acquisitions, quarterly fee revenue increased eight percent on a constant currency basis from last year. Fee revenue in executive recruitment was $140.1 million during the
Signium Adds ON Search Partners to Network
Signium International has added ON Search Partners to its global network of executive search firms. Founded in 2006, ON Search Partners provides a highly-personalized, consultative approach to retained executive search. Nine partners operate across the U.S. with offices in the Silicon Valley, Dallas, Minneapolis, Cleveland, and the Baltimore/D.C. areas. Working with both public and private
Sanford Rose Associates Executive Search Network Forms New Alliance
The Sanford Rose Associates Executive Search Network has opened Sanford Rose Associates – Integrated Management. Managing partner Chad Dean leads IMR, an executive search firm with over 23 years of experience exclusively servicing top financial institutions. IMR specializes in quantitative analysts, risk management, sales, trading, structuring and research in the financial markets of the United
DavenportMajor Retained to Lead Searches for Aetherpal
DavenportMajor Executive Search has been selected by AetherPal to lead in its searches for a new vice president of business development and a VP of product management. AetherPal is a provider of connected device support software for mobile operators and wireless device OEMs. DavenportMajor is an executive search firm which specializes in senior executive and
INAC Global Adds Member Firms in Turkey and South Africa
INAC Global has added Turkey-based One World Consulting and South Africa-based Fusion Consulting to its network of executive search firms. One World Consulting has been operating in Istanbul since 2007 and works with local and international businesses across a wide range of industries. Fusion is a 15-year-old generalist search firm serving a mix of medium-to-large
InterQuest Group Acquires Ecom Recruitment
IT staffing specialist InterQuest Group plc has acquired ECOM Recruitment Limited, a U.K.-based digital technology recruitment business, for £7.04 million. Founded in 1999, ECOM has built a leading brand within the digital space and recruits for many of the Top 100 (New Media Age) list of digital agencies. With a team of digital recruitment specialists,
Bolt HR Secures Funding, Appoints CTO
Bolt HR LLC, a venture backed provider of human resources support technology, has closed on a significant investment round from a New York City based boutique private equity fund. The round was filled by the one investor, and the fund made a commitment to funding the long term development of the company. Bolt HR plans
Hanover Search Group Appoints Partner in U.S.
London-based Hanover Search Group has named Scott McKenna as associate partner, Hanover Search (US). Mr. McKenna has over 15 years of executive search experience, having successfully conducted more than 300 engagements in the financial services, consulting, and business services sectors. He previously led executive recruiting for Lincoln Financial Group. “Our global insurance strategy is to
DHR International Adds To HR Practice Group
DHR International has appointed Jerry McGrath as executive vice president and global leader of the firm's human resources practice group. Mr. McGrath, who will be based in New York, brings 30 years of human resources and executive recruiting experience to the firm. He was most recently the leader of Caldwell Partners’ human resources practice and
Novotus Opens in Houston
Novotus, a recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) company, has opened a new location in Houston. This expansion is the second office for Novotus along with several remote-based locations including Dallas-Fort Worth and throughout the country. The facility will serve clients with a variety of recruiting needs including RPO, sourcing services, temporary staffing and contingency along with
AESC Welcomes 11 New Member Firms
The Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) has accepted 11 new retained executive search firms into AESC membership. The AESC has welcomed the following new firms: Atabay Consulting; Big Fish Executive; De Sailly Consulting; Dobroy & Partners International; ECS Partners International; Head Hunters Peru; Lennard Partners; Per Ardua Associates, Steiner Search Group; TASA Worldwide and
Korn Ferry Grows Consumer and Retail Practice
Korn/Ferry International has added Sarah Deckey to the firm’s consumer and retail practice. She will be based out of the New York office. Ms. Deckey was previously the VP of strategy and business development in VF Corporation’s Sportswear coalition, where she was responsible for integrating a broad agenda of consumer insight, strategy, innovation, and brand
Stanton Chase Adds India-Based Firm to Network
Executive search firm Stanton Chase International has added Chairman’s High Circle (CHC) to the Stanton Chase International (SCI) partnership in India. “This is a win-win move for both SCI and CHC and we could not be more pleased,” said George Cross, SCI International chairman. “We are already working together on several major client searches.” Clients
Rosenzweig & Company Names Partner
Rosenzweig & Company, a global provider of executive recruitment solutions, had appointed Larry Chan as a partner. Mr. Chan brings recruitment expertise most recently serving as an executive search consultant with Caldwell Partners. He has also worked at Heidrick & Struggles and Korn Ferry International. Rosenzweig & Company is a high-end global talent management firm
Workday Posts 76 Percent Revenue Increase
Workday, Inc., a leader in SaaS-based enterprise solutions for global human resources, payroll and financial management, has posted revenues of $127.9 million, an increase of 76 percent from the third quarter of fiscal 2013. Subscription revenues were $93.9 million, an increase of 82 percent from the same period last year. Net loss per basic and
Accelent Fills Finance Post For The Institute For Integrative Nutrition
Accelent, Inc. has recruited Robert Pravder as vice president of finance for The Institute for Integrative Nutrition. Mr. Pravder previously served as the chief operating and financial officer for Kardea Nutrition, LLC. The Institute for Integrative Nutrition is a rapidly growing, global online school whose mission is to play a crucial role in improving people’s
Altus Partners Adds to Asset Management and Hedge Fund Practice
Financial services-focused executive search firm Altus Partners has added Tim Johnson to its asset management and hedge fund practice. Mr. Johnson has 25 years industry and search experience, starting his career with L&G, and then moving to AVIVA as a senior investment consultant. After several years in financial services he moved into executive search, taking
Spencer Ogden Opens in Berlin
Recruiting firm Spencer Ogden has opened a new office in Berlin, Germany. Andrew Roberts will head the new office as country manager, DACH. Mr. Roberts brings with him 15 years’ experience in the recruitment sector and will be responsible for growing Spencer Ogden’s presence across Europe. Currently the Berlin team is comprised of four consultants,
Steiner Search Group Fills Position for Multicrete Systems
Steiner Search Group has recruited Alisam Ghawe as the new vice president of operations at Multicrete Systems, Inc. Multicrete supplies shotcrete, concrete and grout and equipment for mining and civil projects worldwide. The Steiner Search Group is an executive management search firm delivering high quality recruitment in the areas of: executive search, sales & sales
Morgan Samuels Names Co-Leader of Automotive Practice
Morgan Samuels, an L.A.-based human capital consulting firm, has added Richard M. Donnelly as an advisor and co-leader to the firm's automotive practice. Mr. Donnelly brings with him broad global OEM and supplier experience in general management, international business, manufacturing and product development. He has been with Morgan Samuels for more than six years and
IIC Partners Names New Board Members
IIC Partners has welcomed Susan Chadick of Chadick Ellig in New York; Juan Izquierdo of Hemisferio Izquierdo in Santiago; and William Lacon of The Curzon Partnership in London as newly elected board directors. “I welcome our new board members and look forward to working with them as we continue to expand the presence of IIC
HiringSolved Closes $1 Million in Funding
HiringSolved, a global social recruiting tool, has raised $1 million in funding. The financing will be used to continue development of HiringSolved's proprietary SaaS-based platform, make additional engineering-side hires and expand the company's reach via additional sales and marketing efforts. “When we first started HiringSolved, we had aggressive goals for growth given our deep experience
Kincannon & Reed Adds Managing Director in Paris
Kincannon & Reed has added Auree de Carbon as a managing director in Paris. Ms. de Carbon was previously director international for recruiting firm SRI Executive Search where she directed engagements for clients including the United Nations, WHO, CORAF/WECARD, CGIAR, and IRRI, among others. “Auree is well known within the international development and non-profit world,
