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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
Lochlin Partners Fills Senior Post for the Entertainment Software Association
Lochlin Partners recently assisted in the recruitment of Jason Mahler as senior vice president of government affairs of the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) in Washington, D.C. Reporting to president and CEO Stanley Pierre-Louis, Mr. Mahler will lead the ESA’s federal and state legislative and regulatory advocacy efforts on behalf of the U.S. video game industry. “Jason’s extensive experience
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.
Blue Rock Human Capital Assists Linfield University with the Recruitment of Dean of the School of Business
Blue Rock Human Capital has helped to recruit Isaac Wanasika as the new dean of the School of Business at Linfield University. “Blue Rock Human Capital was pleased to work with Linfield University to identify their new dean of the School of Business,” said Jacquelyn Elliot, president and COO of Blue Rock Human Capital. “Today’s higher
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?
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
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
Recruiting Women in Asset Management
As an executive search practice led by women, Jamesbeck has been on the front lines of recruiting qualified, diverse leaders in the investment management industry for the past 22 years. When economic historian and labor economist Claudia Goldin was awarded the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences last year for her work on the gender
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
CareerCast to Create Job Site for Mashable
Media company Mashable has signed on with job board solutions leader CareerCast.com (a division of Adicio Inc.) to create its new careers site. CareerCast will provide Mashable with Adicio’s job board platform and its RevManage program, which includes fully, managed sales, marketing, and site administration services. Since its launch four years ago, the Mashable Job
Caldwell Partners Fills CDO Post for Civitas Learning
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has recruited David Kil as the new chief data officer of Civitas Learning, Inc. Mercedes Chatfield-Taylor managing partner, venture capital practice, completed the search. Mr. Kil formerly served as chief science officer at HealthCrowd. Civitas Learning brings together the best of education, technology and data to help
Vestrics Appoints HR Expert to Advisory Board
Vestrics, formerly known as Capital Analytics, has strengthened its advisory board with the addition of HR expert Laurie Ruettimann. Ms. Ruettimann will provide insight and guidance on what human resources can achieve in the current environment. Her expertise includes leadership positions with Fortune 500 organizations, such as Pfizer, Alberto-Culver, and Kemper Insurance. She is the
AIMS Opens Operations in Spain
AIMS-Spain has been created through the merger of EuroGalenus Executive Search and Stemper. Carlos F. Ordás, founder of Stemper, said: “Ever since we started, we’ve followed the guideline that rigor and top professionalism are key when rendering services which imply a high added value, such as executive recruitment.” Similarly, Luis Truchado, who founded of EuroGalenus
Recruitment & Employment Confederation Names Director in Ireland
The Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC) has appointed Tina McKenzie as new REC regional director for Northern Ireland. Ms. McKenzie is the country director for the Staffline Group and her role will focus on continuing to build the recruitment industry’s voice in Northern Ireland, as well as driving policy and awareness-raising campaigns such as youth
eVerge Group Adds Business Development Director
eVerge Group has added Brandie Hurtado to the company as director, business development, focusing on PeopleSoft HCM, Fusion HCM and Taleo consulting services. Ms. Hurtado brings 14-plus years of experience in human resources, recruiting and human capital management consulting. In her previous roles, Ms. Hurtado developed hands-on experience with staffing, recruiting and onboarding functions. Just
Johnston Healthcare Search Merges with Stanton Chase
Nashville-based Johnston Healthcare Search has merged with Stanton Chase International, a global executive search firm with 70 offices in 46 countries. Johnston Healthcare will now operate under the Stanton Chase brand name and remain headquartered in Nashville. Founder Brian Johnston will now lead Stanton Chase’s North American healthcare practice group with support from Guice Smith
Heidrick & Struggles to Lead CEO Search for Microsoft
Executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has been retained by Microsoft to lead its search for a new chief executive. Current CEO Steve Ballmer has decided to retire as CEO within the next 12 months, upon the completion of a process to choose his successor. Founded in 1975, Microsoft is a worldwide leader in
Robert Walters Japan Launches Energy and Infrastructure Recruitment Team
Robert Walters PLC, a Japan-based international recruitment firm, has launched a new energy and infrastructure recruitment team; it’s core focus will be to match international and Japanese companies with experienced professionals in this actively growing market segment. The newly formed group will be headed by manager Koshiro Iwaya. “Over the last few years, public attention
Ultimate Software Selected by Northgate Markets
Ultimate Software, a provider of HR, payroll, and talent management solutions, has announced that Northgate Markets, the owner and operator of approximately 40 supermarkets with 5,000 employees, has selected the UltiPro solution to streamline its processes for human capital management. Headquartered in Anaheim,CA, and founded in 1980, Northgate Markets is a rapidly expanding retailer that
Riviera Partners Expands into New York
Riviera Partners, a provider of recruiting services for the technology sector, has expanded to the East Coast with its opening of a Manhattan office. The launch follows on the recent hiring of Kevin Bijas and Anthony Cenzano in New York. “This is not only an exciting time for Riviera, but the tech industry as a
Sullivan, Cotter and Assoc. Strengthens Healthcare Compensation and Benefits Services
Sullivan, Cotter and Associates, Inc., a compensation, benefits and human resources management consulting firm, has expanded its healthcare compensation and benefits expertise with the addition of Laura Lennartz as a principal in its Philadelphia office and Ed DeLuryea as a principal in Atlanta. Ms. Lennartz previously worked as a principal at Mercer Consulting in its
Judge Group Opens Office in Ottawa
The Judge Group, a recruiting services provider, has opened its newest office in Ottawa, Ontario and appointed Stevena McDonnell as sales director in that office. Ms. McDonnell has 15 years of experience in the staffing and consulting industries. She previously spent 11 years at GSI International Consulting Group, where she was responsible for building the
Nosal Partners Completes Search for Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group
Executive recruiter Nosal Partners LLC has placed Rachael Marret as senior vice president, customer engagement at Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group. Ms. Marret was previously president and director, integrated client services at Campbell Mithun, Inc. The search was conducted by Terri Naughtin, managing partner at Nosal. Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, founded in 2012, is one of
Korn Ferry Adds to Leadership and Talent Consulting Team
Korn/Ferry International has named Andrés Tapia as senior partner with Korn/Ferry Leadership and Talent Consulting as part of its diversity, inclusion, and talent optimization practice. He will be based in Korn/Ferry's Chicago office. Mr. Tapia comes to Korn/Ferry from Diversity Best Practices, a diversity and inclusion think-tank and consultancy, where he acted as president and
Eames Consulting Adds Three Search Consultants
Recruiting firm Eames Consulting Group has appointed Dinsdale Bowen-Wright as a consultant, Karen Rayment as principal consultant to its U.K. office and Jassica Sun as a consultant to its Singapore office. Ms. Bowen-Wright joins the U.K. compliance division from Real Staffing, part of the S3 Group, where he spent two years focused on the recruitment
Parker Executive Search Fills Post for U.S. Olympic Committee Foundation
Atlanta-headquartered Parker Executive Search has placed Jon Denney as the new chief development officer and president for the United States Olympic Committee Foundation. The Foundation, headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO., is an independent nonprofit corporation created as an endowment for sports in the Olympic Movement in the United States. Parker Executive Search conducts executive searches
Buck Consultants Introduces New App
Buck Consultants, a Xerox company and provider of human resource and benefits consulting, is now offering Buck on the Go, a new iPad app that provides access to thought leadership materials on its website. Now available in the iTunes App Store, the app provides Buck Consultants' most recent news, published articles, white papers, client success
Korn Ferry Adds To Leadership And Talent Consulting Team
Korn/Ferry International has named Dan Plunkett as senior partner with Korn/Ferry Leadership and Talent Consulting. He will be based in the firm’s New York office. Mr. Plunkett joins Korn/Ferry from Mercer, where he was global leader for the Mercer Delta CEO and board effectiveness practice. Working closely with clients like Hewlett Packard, British Telecom and
Russell Reynolds Associates Strengthens Chicago Office
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has added Anne Belec and Clare Metcalf to its Chicago office. Ms. Belec serves as a member of the firm's industrial/natural resources sector and Ms. Metcalf joins its corporate officers sector. Prior to joining Russell Reynolds, Ms.Belec was CEO of Mosaic Group, a business and brand
Ferguson Partners Finds Chief for Washington Real Estate Trust
Global executive search firm Ferguson Partners Ltd. has placed Paul T. McDermott as president and chief executive officer of Washington Real Estate Investment Trust (WRIT). Mr. McDermott comes to WRIT from The Rockefeller Group, a wholly owned subsidiary of Mitsubishi Estate Co., Ltd., where he served as SVP and managing director and headed up the
Monster Co-Chairing NVTC Veterans Employment Initiative
Monster has announced that it is co-chairing the Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC) Veterans Employment Initiative and powering its online community and job board. Monster developed the online career site and the tools within it that veterans and employers will be using. Those tools include the online community itself, and, for veterans, a Military Skills
Paychex to Enter Brazilian Market
Paychex, Inc., a provider of payroll, human resource, and employee benefits solutions for small and medium-sized businesses, and Sao Paulo-based Semco Partners have created a joint venture agreement to expand Paychex’s services into Brazil. Semco Partners is a portfolio management and investment company with a niche for helping market-leading businesses successfully enter the Brazilian market.
RSR Partners Adds Managing Director to Board Practice
RSR Partners, a corporate governance and executive search firm, has added Greg Lau as managing director in its board of directors practice. With more than 30 years of corporate governance experience, Mr. Lau will advise chairmen, chief executive officers, and nominating and governance committees on board composition, assessment, and recruiting. He previously served as executive
Boardroom Diversity Still Lagging
According to a recent report released by the Alliance for Board Diversity (ABD), women and minorities have made no real gains in the boardrooms of corporate America. The study, titled Missing Pieces: Women and Minorities on Fortune 500 Boards, 2012 Alliance for Board Diversity Census, in the Fortune 100, women and minorities remain vastly underrepresented
Koltin Consulting Group Fills Marketing Position for Questar Assessment
Koltin Consulting Group, a provider of management, marketing, and business consulting services to financial services firms, has recruited Diane Glass as the new director of marketing at Questar Assessment, Inc. Managing director Nelson Rodriguez and director Mitchell Bassler completed the search. Mrs. Glass was previously the associate director of product marketing within the assessment division
Insperity Launches New Mobile App
Insperity, Inc., a provider of human resources and business performance solutions, has launched a mobile application (app) that provides on-the-go access to the Employee Service Center (ESC), an online platform for Insperity customers to access human resources-related information. The new app gives users mobile accessibility to the most commonly used ESC features, such as paycheck
Leadership Capital Group Adds New Partner to Open Austin Office
Leadership Capital Group has added Clement J. Wigger as partner. In his new role, Mr. Wigger will open the firm’s Austin office while strengthening its Latin America practice. Mr. Wigger has recruited in Mexico, Brazil, Colombia and other key markets in the region. He previously founded his own firm, which was designed to meet the
SABA Announces New CEO
Saba, a provider of human capital management (HCM) solutions, has named Shawn Farshchi as its president and chief executive officer; he will also serve as a member of the firm's board of directors. “The board is very impressed with the strategic vision, operational excellence, and business performance Shawn has demonstrated as interim CEO,” said Bill
680 Partners Finds Chief for SocialFlow
Executive recruiter 680 Partners has placed Jim Anderson as chief executive officer of SocialFlow. Ross Freeman, CEO of 680 Partners, completed the assignment. Mr. Anderson brings nearly 25 years of experience in technology, social media and telecommunications companies. He most recently served the chief operating officer at Vitrue. SocialFlow is a social marketing optimization technology
