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Navigating Uncertainty: How Non-Profit Executive Search is Evolving in 2025
The non-profit sector is entering a pivotal moment in 2025, marked by financial volatility, leadership transitions, and heightened expectations around organizational performance and equity. As federal funding cuts ripple through social services, education, the arts, and environmental initiatives, many non-profits have paused executive hiring or slowed decision-making, creating an environment of deep uncertainty. As expectations
Agentic AI: Why CIOs and CTOs Must Rethink Their Operating Models Now
The emergence of agentic AI represents a pivotal moment for technology leaders. For years, CIOs and CTOs have delivered incremental transformation, digitizing services, migrating to the cloud and embedding data into decisions, according to a recent report from Leathwaite’s Heather Barnes. “Agentic AI does not offer an increment,” the study said. “It introduces a different paradigm
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
Understanding Organizational Culture
Culture is a complex construct and, as you’d expect, measuring it is equally as complex. The best approach to understanding a company’s culture is by taking a holistic measurement approach, according to Jeffrey Hanrahan, Ph.D, director of organizational optimization, TI Verbatim Consulting, a culture assessment and DEI-oriented consulting firm. “This includes a combination of survey
'Great Place to Work' Names Chief
Great Place to Work has selected China Gorman as its chief executive officer. Ms. Gorman previously operated her own independent consultancy, CMG Group. She has held COO and interim CEO positions with the Society for Human Resources, the world's largest professional association for human resource professionals. She also led LHH, a global human capital management
Fairfield Partners Fills Top Marketing Post for Angie’s Popcorn
Fairfield Partners has placed Joe Driscoll as vice president of marketing for Minnesota-based Angie’s Popcorn. Mr. Driscoll was previously general manager of Immaculate Baking, a natural foods division of General Mills. Angie’s is one of the fastest growing natural snacks companies in the U.S. Fairfield Partners is a retained executive search firm that specializes in
RiseSmart Adds HR Veteran to Advisory Board
RiseSmart, a provider of next-generation outplacement solutions, has added Dan Walker to its board of advisors. Mr. Walker is the current CEO and founder of The Human Revolution Studios, LLC, and brings 40 years of experience, leadership and success to RiseSmart’s board. In his role as advisor, he will work strategically with RiseSmart on existing
Horton International Names CEO
Horton International has named Ross Eades as its new chief executive officer. Mr. Eades spent 15 years with MPS Group International plc. He then spent six years as CEO of InterQuest Group plc. Previously, Mr. Eades was CEO of recruiter Kellan Group plc. “I am delighted to welcome Ross to Horton International. He has significant
Employee Confidence Continues to Strengthen
Confidence levels among the American workforce continue to show strength, according to the August Randstad Employee Confidence Index. The report shows increased optimism among workers about both the economy and their job security. This 2013 Randstad Employment Tracker was conducted by Harris Interactive between among a U.S. sample of 1,073 employed adults, aged 18 years
B.E. Smith Fills Chief Medical Post for Swope Health Services
Executive recruiting firm B.E. Smith has placed Dr. Naranath Chintala as the new chief medical officer at Swope Health Services. Dr. Chintala previously held the role of chief medical officer and medical director for North Texas Area Community Health Center, a nonprofit organization in Fort Worth, Texas. “Swope Health Services was seeking an experienced physician
RiseSmart Adds HR Veteran to Advisory Board
RiseSmart, a provider of next-generation outplacement solutions, has added Lora Villarreal, Ph.D. its board of advisors. Dr. Villarreal is the current president of Human Resources, LLC and brings a senior HR perspective to RiseSmart’s board. In her role as advisor, Dr. Villarreal will be involved in strategic advice and serve as a brand advocate and
Korn Ferry Posts Strong Q1 Results
Korn/Ferry International/(NYSE:KFY) posted revenues of $237.6 million for the first quarter fiscal 2013, an increase of 21 percent from revenues of $196 million a year ago. Revenues were driven by increases in Europe, Asia, and North America partially offset by a decrease in Latin America. The Los Angeles-based recruiter recorded net income of $11.4 million,
CTPartners Division Adds Recruiter
CTGrowth Partners, a division of CTPartners Executive Search Inc., has added John Hagan as a partner in New York. CTGrowth Partners focuses on executive search for high-growth companies, typically venture capital or private-equity backed. Mr. Hagan has over 20 years of experience in the headhunting industry serving venture capital and private-equity backed technology companies. He
McDermott & Bull Fills Post for Fox Rent A Car
Irvine, CA-based McDermott & Bull has placed Jerame Jackson as vice president of remarketing with Fox Rent A Car based in Los Angeles. The search was conducted by Brandon Biegenzahn, principal consultant at McDermott & Bull. “Jerame’s unparalleled industry and functional expertise gained while building Dollar Thrifty’s remarketing division, as well as the deep relationships
TMP’s TalentBrew Makes New Enhancements
TMP Worldwide Advertising & Communications, LLC, a global technology-enabled talent acquisition company, has enhanced the functionality of its TalentBrew recruiting platform. Through a series of recent innovations and software enhancements, individual job postings can now be associated with distributed content marketing techniques. When paired with TMP brand strategy and creative, this content marketing and social
Witt/Kieffer Adds Healthcare Practice Senior Partner
Executive search firm Witt/Kieffer has added Nelson A. Mann as a senior partner in its healthcare practice. He will be based in Austin, Texas. Mr. Mann comes to Witt/Kieffer from Tyler & Company, where he opened an Austin office in 2005. He led the firm’s diversity and for-profit organizations practices and was a member of
Yoh Grows Senior Team
Yoh, a provider of recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) services, has appointed Andy Roane as vice president of Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO). In his new role, Mr. Roane will drive the strategic direction and operational execution of Yoh’s RPO business, building on Yoh’s strength at sourcing and vetting elusive candidates for positions in industries ranging from
Braswell Nees Finds CFO for Pegasystems
Braswell Nees Group (BNG) has recruited Rafe Brown as chief financial officer, chief administrative officer, and senior vice president for Pegasystems, Inc. Mr. Brown previously served as senior vice president in the finance group at Salesforce.com. Braswell Nees Group is an executive search firm whose emphasis is top executives in technology companies.
Social Recruiting on the Rise Among Recruiters
Jobvite, a recruiting platform for the social web, has announced the findings of its annual social recruiting survey. This year’s data underscores that social recruiting is an essential HR practice used by 94 percent of surveyed recruiters across industries, up from 78 percent in 2008, the first year the survey was conducted. In an indication
RSA Appoints CEO
RSA, a global life sciences executive search and interim management specialist, has appointed Chris Molloy as its new chief executive officer. Mr. Molloy brings to RSA over 20 years' experience of international life sciences across the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and start-up sectors. He began his career with Glaxo, where he held a range of management, research,
Founder Departs Kincannon Reed
Kelly Kincannon, founder and chairman of Kincannon & Reed, has announced that effective September 1, 2013, he has left the firm to pursue professional interests outside executive search. Mr. Kincannon started Kincannon & Reed in 1981 on the third floor of his home in St. Louis. In 1986 he moved the practice to metropolitan Washington,
CTPartners To Lead CEO Search For Solta Medical
CTPartners has been selected by Solta Medical, Inc. to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. The search is being led by Buster Houchins, vice chairman of CTPartners. During his 10-plus years at CTPartners, Mr. Houchins has focused on board and CEO searches for companies across a variety of industries, including medical
New Ways to Sell Your Personal Brand
While strong skills and experience are essential to getting a job, many employers take other factors into account as well. A new CareerBuilder study finds that a sense of humor, an eye for fashion, or even knowledge of current affairs and pop culture could also play some part in influencing a hiring manager's decision. The
ADP’s HR Solutions Implemented by HSM
ADP, a provider of HR, payroll and benefits administration services, has announced that HSM, a global manufacturer of integrated solutions and components for transportation, furniture, bedding, and other diversified markets, has implemented nine ADP human capital management and tax solutions to help increase companywide efficiencies, compliance and employee satisfaction. Originally founded in 1944 as Hickory
Brigham Hill Completes Search for McCallie School
Executive search firm Brigham Hill Consultancy has recruited A. Lee Burns to serve as the new headmaster for McCallie School. Mr. Burns was the headmaster of Presbyterian Day School (PDS). Based in Chattanooga, McCallie is a private boys boarding school and day school, and is one of the nation’s top private colleges. Brigham Hill Consultancy
Calibre One Grows North American Team
U.K.-based executive search firm Calibre One has strengthened its North American team with the additions of John Morrow and Louis La Rocca as partners in the firm’s San Francisco office. Mr. Morrow, who was previously with Nosal Partners, comes to Calibre One with an extensive 10-year background in executive search across various industries including electronics,
Spencer Ogden Launches Staffing Division for Oil/Gas and Power/Nuclear Energy Sectors
Recruiting firm Spencer Ogden has launched a contract staffing division for the oil and gas, and power and nuclear energy sectors including recruitment for drilling contractors. Through this new division, Spencer Ogden will provide tailored support services for W2 contractors, including in-house payroll and benefits administration, and fully compliant liability insurances for oil and gas
Parker Executive Search Appoints New SVP
Atlanta-based Parker Executive Search has appointed Deborah Story as senior vice president. Ms. Story most recently served as executive vice president and chief human resources officer at Saint Thomas Health in Nashville, where she led human resources operations for a $1.2 billion healthcare system. During her time at Saint Thomas Health, Ms. Story oversaw the
SpenglerFox Adds Practice Group Leader for Western Europe
Executive search firm SpenglerFox has added Niels Ellegaard as practice group leader for Western Europe. Based in Geneva, Mr. Ellegaard will be responsible for expanding SpenglerFox’s presence in Switzerland. He will also take responsibility for SpenglerFox’s supply chain functional focus across EMEA. Mr. Ellegaard has been living in Switzerland for 20 years and has worked
Buffkin Group Fills Post for Newspaper Association of America
Executive search firm The Buffkin Group has placed Rich Schiekofer as the new senior vice president of business development for Newspaper Association of America (NAA). Mr. Schiekofer formerly served as SVP group media director at ZenithOptimedia. NAA is a nonprofit organization representing nearly 2,000 newspapers and their multi-platform businesses in the U.S. and Canada. The
Sullivan, Cotter Opens Denver Office
Sullivan, Cotter and Associates, Inc., a compensation, benefits and human resources management consulting firm, has opened a new office in Denver. Principal Andrew Lewis will lead the Denver office region with more than 17 years of consulting experience in human resources and compensation. Prior to joining Sullivan, Cotter he worked at Mercer Consulting with a
Stanton Chase Adds Principal in Technology and Private Equity Practice Groups
Executive search firm Stanton Chase International has appointed Jennifer Mackie as a new principal in the firm’s technology and private equity practice groups. Ms. Mackie will join the firm’s technology practice in the Silicon Valley. She previously spent nine years with Devine Capital Partners, a firm specializing in executive search and executive recruiting outsourcing (ERO).
Accelent Finds New Chief Technology Officer for SPS Commerce
Accelent, Inc. has recruited Jamie Thingelstad to serve as the vice president and chief technology officer of SPS Commerce, Inc. Previously, Mr. Thingelstad served as chief operating officer and chief technology officer for 8thBridge. SPS Commerce provides on-demand supply chain management solutions to customers worldwide. Accelent is an executive talent acquisition and integration firm which
HRsoft Partners with Business Decisions
Talent management software provider HRsoft has entered into a partnership agreement with Business Decisions Inc., a talent management consulting and services company. This partnership allows the companies to collaborate and deliver combined talent management solutions for employers in the areas of competency modeling, talent management, compensation planning, career development, performance management and succession. BDI is
Eblinger & Partner Adds Consultant
IIC Partners has announced that its Austrian member firm Eblinger & Partner has appointed Marco Quége as a consultant who will specialize in strategic human resources services for the life sciences and FMCG sectors. Mr. Quége previously worked at the senior executive level in HR in several companies in Austria and Brazil, and held senior
