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Heidrick & Struggles Reports Strong Q3 Results, Moves Forward with $1.3 Billion Go-Private Deal
Executive search, leadership consulting and culture shaping services provider Heidrick & Struggles International / (NASDAQ:HSII) has posted third quarter revenues of $322.8 million, a 15.9 percent increase from the same period a year ago. The revenue increase was driven by year-over-year growth in each of the company’s lines of business — Executive Search, On-Demand Talent, and Heidrick
TM² Executive Search Recruits Chief Development Officer for the Thurgood Marshall College Fund
After a national search, TM² Executive Search (TM²) has assisted in the recruitment of Jonathan Sandville as chief development officer of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF). “After a comprehensive nationwide search, I’m delighted to welcome Jonathan as our chief development officer,” said Harry L. Williams, president and CEO of TMCF. “We’re excited to utilize his background in development
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
The Impact of Interim Talent: Boosting Finance Teams with Flexibility and Expertise
Business leaders today are finding that hiring the right talent is hard. What people are looking for in their careers is constantly evolving, organizational needs are changing rapidly, and the economy is driving the need for companies to pivot as conditions change, according to Matt Shore, CEO of StevenDouglas. “The traditional employee model, while still effective
Signium Makes New Additions to its Board of Directors
Signium International has made three new additions to its board of directors for 2013. The organization welcomed two new directors: Adolfo Gonzales, managing partner in Lima, Peru; and Horst Neller, managing partner in Düsseldorf, Germany. Additionally, Vito Bialla, managing partner in San Francisco, is serving as an advisor to the board. Ignacio Bao, president of
Spencer Stuart Finds Executive Director for Chicago PSAC
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has recruited Toni Irving, Ph.D., to serve as the first executive director of the Chicago Public Safety Action Committee (PSAC). Dr. Irving, who most recently served as deputy chief of staff for Governor Pat Quinn, chair of the State of Illinois Human Services Commission and co-chair of the Poverty Elimination
SilkRoad Raises 16 Million in Financing
SilkRoad, a provider of cloud-based talent management solutions, has secured $16 million in growth financing, bringing total funds raised to $145 million. Investors include Foundation Capital, Intel Capital, Azure Capital Partners, Keating Capital and Crosslink Ventures. This new funding will be used to fuel ongoing product innovation across SilkRoad’s life suite talent management software to
51job Posts 12 Percent Q2 Revenue Gain
51job, Inc./(NASDAQ:JOBS), a provider of integrated human resource services in China, has posted second quarter revenues of RMB404.4 million (U.S. $65.9 million), an increase of 12.2 percent from revenues of RMB360.4 million for the same quarter in 2012. Online recruitment services revenues for the second quarter of 2013 were RMB269.5 million (U.S. $43.9 million), representing
Heidrick & Struggles Names Head of Supply Chain and Operations Practice
Executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has named Brad Berke as global practice managing partner leading the firm's supply chain and operations practice. Previously, Mr. Berke led the North America supply chain and operations practice for the firm. "How companies approach and manage their global supply chain operations is different today than it was
Jobvite Improves Senior Staff with New Hire
Jobvite, a provider of next-generation recruitment solutions, has appointed Skip Hilton as vice president of business development. Mr. Hilton joins the Jobvite executive team with more than 15 years of business to business enterprise experience and will be instrumental in driving the company’s long-term business development goals. He joins Jobvite after several years as VP
Robert Half Reports Revenues Holding Steady
Robert Half International Inc./(NYSE:RHI) has posted second quarter 2013 revenues of $1.06 billion, a slight increase from revenues of $1.03 billion in the second quarter of 2012. Net income for the company was $63.1 million, or $.46 per share, compared to earnings of $45.3 million, or $.32 per share, last year. “Robert Half saw continued
Morgan Samuels Fills CFO Post for One Call Care Management
Morgan Samuels, an L.A.-based human capital consulting firm, has placed Kevin P. English as chief financial officer of One Call Care Management. One Call Care Management, formerly One Call Medical, helps manage workers’ compensation claims by providing fast connections to quality high-end diagnostic radiology and neurodiagnostics providers nationwide. The company is owned by the private
AESC Forms Alliance with Cluen
The Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) has established a renewed partnership with Cluen Corporation, a provider of recruitment software. The continuation of the partnership will allow AESC member firms to access Encore, Cluen’s seventh-generation recruitment software. “We are thrilled to continue our partnership as the exclusive global search software partner of the AESC,” said
CDI Corp. Posts Sluggish Q2 Results
CDI Corp./(NYSE:CDI), a provider of IT-focused recruitment solutions, posted second quarter revenues of $263.4 million, a decline of four percent from revenues of $274.4 million in the prior year quarter. The company reported second quarter 2013 net income of $3.4 million, or $0.17 per diluted share, versus net income of $5.0 million, or $0.25 per
Russell Reynolds Associates Finds CEO for Tejon Ranch Co.
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has placed Gregory S. Bielli as president and chief executive officer of Tejon Ranch Co. Mr. Bielli comes to Tejon Ranch most recently from Newland Communities, one of the country's largest and most successful master planned community developers, where he was president of its western region.
SuccessFactors Implemented by UST Global
SuccessFactors, a provider of on-demand employee performance and talent management solutions, has announced that UST Global, an information technology and solution services company for Global 1000 enterprises, has implemented SuccessFactors Recruiting to improve its selection and hiring process. Shawn Price, president, SuccessFactors, SAP Cloud, said: “Today’s businesses face tough competition across the globe, and our
HVS Executive Search Opens Office in Thailand
HVS Executive Search has opened its first office in Thailand with a consulting and valuation location in Bangkok. Under managing director Daniel Voellm based in Hong Kong, Christian Pucher will head the firm’s new HVS Bangkok hotel consulting and valuation office. HVS Bangkok will offer hotel owners, operators, developers and investors in the region services
DICE Records Revenue Gain; Names New CEO
Dice Holdings, Inc./(NYSE:DHX), a career website for technology and engineering professionals, has recorded revenues of $52 million, an increase of seven percent from $48.5 million in the comparable quarter of 2012. Net income fell to $8 million, or 13 cents per share, compared with $9.5 million, or 14 cents per share last year. Scot Melland,
The Hollins Group to Lead Search for IPHEC
Chicago-based executive search firm The Hollins Group has been retained by the Illinois Public Higher Education Cooperative (IPHEC) to lead in its search for a new executive director. Founded in 1978, IPHEC’s primary goals include saving the affiliated universities money by engaging in group purchasing activities that leverage combined products/services volumes and better utilizing the
HRsoft Unveils New Multisource Feedback Tool
Talent management software provider HRsoft has introduced a new Multisource Feedback (MSF) – 360 Degree Review – Module in the TalentCenter software suite to help employers improve performance and engagement. The new Multisource Feedback solution simplifies the ability to collect and aggregate 360 Review data regarding employees. In addition, the module is embedded in HRsoft’s
Monster Posts 10 Percent Q2 Revenue Decline; Europe Weighs Heavily
Monster Worldwide, Inc./(NYSE:MWW) has posted revenues of $200.1 million for the second quarter ended June 30, 2013, a decline of 10.1 percent from revenues of $225 million in the comparable quarter of 2012. Although revenues from North America were up slightly on a year-over-year basis, revenues from Europe and Asia-Pacific were down 22 percent and
Kaye/Bassman to Lead President Search for Manhattan Construction
Kaye/Bassman International Corp. has been selected by Manhattan Construction to lead in its search for a new president. Manhattan Construction is one of the largest construction firms in the country operating from offices in Dallas and Houston, Tulsa and Oklahoma City, Washington, D.C., Atlanta and Mexico City. Kaye/Bassman was founded in 1981 and provides global
Ropella Group Adds Search Consultants
Executive search firm The Ropella Group has added Travis Oran and Silvia Schwalbach to its search team. Mr. Oran focuses on the aerospace and defense technology industries. He previously was an automotive service technician with World Ford Dealership. Ms. Schwalbach is an executive search consultant for the supply chain sector. She previously was a sales
Warren Partners and Judith Nicol Join Forces
Executive search firm Warren Partners has joined forces with Judith Nicol. Ms. Nicol, who set up Athene Leadership Coaching, and her colleagues offer clients a service enabling leaders to identify and work on key priorities for their own development and for their businesses. The coaching team provides services such as leadership flexibility, stakeholder management, how
Preston & Partners Adds Business Development Director
Preston & Partners has announced that Marc Garofalo has joined the firm as business development partner and will be working out of the firm’s Charlotte, NC office. Mr. Garofalo was previously with Anteo Executive Search and brings a sales and client leadership expertise to the practice. Gary Preston, the firm’s founder, said “We are thrilled
Accretive Solutions Expands Staff With New EVP
Staffing and outsourcing firm Accretive Solutions has named Jeff Yehle as its executive vice president and chief commercial officer. The appointment follows the firm’s acquisition scheme over the past two years adding Adams Harris and Pentad Group to the firm’s portfolio. Mr. Yehle’s 20-year background includes key senior management positions with Aon Corporation, Manpower, Monster.com,
B.E. Smith to Find CEO for Chesapeake Medical Solutions
Executive recruiting firm B.E. Smith has been selected to lead a national chief executive officer search for Chesapeake Medical Solutions in Salisbury, MD. Chesapeake Medical provides urgent care services, occupational health, sports medicine and laboratory services to Delaware, Maryland and Virginia Peninsula residents at three different locations with a fourth set to open in 2014.
Cornerstone OnDemand Records Q2 Revenue Spike
Talent management software provider Cornerstone OnDemand Inc. has posted gross revenue for the second quarter of 2013 of $44.3 million, a 66 percent increase compared to $26.7 million recorded during the same period in 2012. Bookings, which the firm defines as gross revenue plus the change in deferred revenue for the period, were $48.9 million
CTPartners Posts Flat Q2 Revenue
CTPartners Executive Search Inc./(NYSE:CTP) posted second quarter revenues of $34.2 million, a one percent drop from $33.8 million in the prior year’s first quarter. North American revenue increased 1.7 percent to $21.7 million; EMEA was up 24.5 percent at $8.3 million, including a $0.9 million contribution from Augmentum Consulting Ltd; and Latin America was relatively
RIVS Secures $2 Million in Funding
RIVS, a Chicago-based early stage company, has received $2 million Series A round financing. Companies such as AECOM, Porter Airlines, Careerbuilder’s Personified, and SolarCity use RIVS’ patented cloud-based digital interviewing software to assess a job candidate’s communication abilities, attitude, and other soft skills significantly faster, leading to higher quality candidates in much less time. “While
Greenwich Harbor Partners Completes Search for ReelzChannel TV
Greenwich Harbor Partners has placed Bill Rosolie as a new senior vice president of advertising sales of ReelzChannel TV. Mr. Rosolie was previously executive vice president of advertising sales, digital and advanced platforms at Amc Networks. Greenwich Harbor Partners focuses on finding senior executives and board directors for media, entertainment and technology companies.
The Eastridge Group Names President
The Eastridge Group of Staffing Companies has appointed Seth Stein as its new president. Since 2009, Mr. Stein has been president of Abbott Staffing Group (Abbott), an Eastridge subsidiary. He has also served as EVP of Eastridge’s general services division. “Over the last 15 years, Seth has demonstrated meaningful leadership at every level in our
ManpowerGroup Posts Three Percent Revenue Dip
ManpowerGroup/(NYSE:MAN) has posted revenues of $5 billion, a decrease of three percent from $5.2 billion report during the same period a year ago. The company reported earnings of $68.2 million, or 87 cents per diluted share, compared earnings of $41 million, or 51 cents per diluted share. ManpowerGroup chairman and CEO Jeffrey A. Joerres, said,
VIVO Opens Office in Salt Lake City
Vivo, an IT consulting, staffing, and executive search firm for Silicon Valley companies, has opened an office in Salt Lake City. This marks the company's third geographic region. “Taking into account geography, growth opportunity, workforce statistics and cost, Salt Lake City was the clear choice for our next office location,” said Marilyn Weinstein, Vivi founder
Korn Ferry Leading CEO Search for Office Depot
Korn/Ferry International has been retained by Office Depot to lead in its search for a new chief executive. Korn/Ferry is conducting the search process with over 100 candidates currently under consideration. Office Depot provides core office supplies, the latest technology, school essentials, copy & print services, cleaning & breakroom products, and furniture to consumers, teachers
