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SpenglerFox Expands in DACH Region
Global executive search provider SpenglerFox has expanded with the addition of Prianka Chaturvedula. Based in Frankfurt, she will play a key role as senior client partner in scaling SpenglerFox’ presence in the DACH region by supporting our cross-border leadership mandates globally. “We are delighted to welcome Prianka to the SpenglerFox family,” said Jens Friedrich, CEO of
Executive Hiring Tightens Now, Sets Stage for Selective Rebound in 2026
After a period of aggressive talent expansion fueled by post-pandemic recovery and capital liquidity, executive hiring is entering a new phase — one defined less by growth at any cost and more by targeted investment. Boards and CEOs are recalibrating leadership priorities, emphasizing profitability, transformation, and resilience over pure headcount expansion. The mindset has shifted
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.
Why Succession Planning Is Critical to Reducing Leadership Risk
Most organizations have something they refer to as a succession plan — a spreadsheet, a nine-box grid updated once a year and then put away, or an annual HR review. But very few can answer the question that truly matters: if a critical leader left tomorrow, would the organization be able to keep executing? That’s
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?
Rokos Group Seeking Chief Medical Officer for Center for Elders’ Independence
Newport Beach, CA-based executive search firm Rokos Group has been selected by Center for Elders’ Independence (CEI) to lead in its search for a chief medical officer. Reporting to the president and CEO, the chief medical officer will serve as CEI’s senior physician executive and a full member of the executive leadership team. This is a strategic
ADK Consulting & Executive Search Assists the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority with CEO Search
ADK Consulting & Executive Search recently assisted in the recruitment of Cris Jensen as the new president and CEO of the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority (RTAA). Rod Dinger led the assignment. “It is my honor to announce the board has chosen Cris Jensen to serve as the next president and CEO, and his contract negotiations are currently underway,” said Shaun Carey, chair of
How CEOs Can Overcome Setbacks and Emerge Stronger
Executive search firms are increasingly being called upon to assess more than a candidate’s track record of growth, transformation, and financial performance. As boards search for CEOs capable of leading through persistent uncertainty, resilience has become a critical component of the leadership profile. Search consultants are placing greater emphasis on how executives have responded to
Occam Global Recruits CFO for eGenesis
New York City-based executive search firm Occam Global has placed Glenn Vraniak as CFO of eGenesis, a biotechnology company developing human-compatible engineered organs for transplantation. “eGenesis is entering a pivotal stage in our evolution as we prepare to advance our programs through clinical development and lay the foundation for future commercialization,” said Mike Curtis, CEO of eGenesis.
Maven Partnership Names Partner and Consultants
Global talent advisory firm Maven Partnership has recently promoted Tom Chambers to partner, Seb Coughlin as consultant, and George Roberts to consultant. “We are delighted to announce the well-deserved promotions of several exceptional individuals here at Maven Partnership, Will Hannaford, chief executive officer. “We’re committed to the growth and development of our people, and it’s fantastic to
The Execution Era: How Transformation Is Reshaping Private Equity
Most PE value creation plans don’t fail on strategy. They fail between the plan and the doing. With longer holds and less forgiving exit windows, delivery discipline is carrying more of the return, according to a new report from Wilton & Bain’s Jack Syred and James Royall. The report reflects patterns Wilton & Bain has
JDG Associates Retained by the Institute for Defense Analyses to Lead VP of Corporate Operations Search
Rockville, MD-based executive search firm JDG Associates has been tapped by the Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) to lead its search for their vice president of corporate operations, based in Alexandria, VA. IDA seeks a seasoned operational and business transformation leader to modernize systems, processes, and service delivery across the organization. Serving as a corporate officer and
Modern Executive Solutions adds Partner to Lead Growth of M1 Talent Community
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has appointed Bria Bass as as partner, where she will lead the continued growth and expansion of the M1 Talent Community across North America and Europe. “Bria brings a rare combination of executive advisory, deep community-building experience, and an exceptional ability to connect leaders in meaningful ways,” said Mark Oppenheimer, CEO
AI Is Rewriting the Executive Hiring Playbook
Insight Partners’ latest research suggests the AI era is creating a new executive hiring playbook. Based on more than 400 executive searches and interviews with over 1,400 leadership candidates, the firm’s talent team argues that many of the characteristics defining today’s strongest product and engineering leaders would have been viewed as weaknesses only a few years
FMG Leading Acquires Market Intelligence And Strategic Advisory Firm BroadBranch Advisors
Human capital advisory firm FMG Leading has acquired market intelligence and strategic advisory firm BroadBranch Advisors. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. “In today’s high-pressure landscape, translating forward-looking intelligence into action faster and more effectively is critical for our clients, especially in the investor-backed healthcare space,” said Matt Brubaker, chairman and CEO of FMG Leading. “By
PARC Street Group Places Chief Operating Officer for Mission Valley Bank
PARC Street Group has assisted in the recruitment Amanda Connell as chief operating officer at Mission Valley Bank. This search was completed by PARC Street Group senior executive search consultant Michelle Davis, executive recruiter Tabassum Nagpurwala, and executive search associate Priscilla Chacon. Ms. Connell brings more than 15 years of progressive leadership experience across community
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Build a New Performance Model for Executive Recruiters
As the executive search industry faces growing pressure to deliver stronger and more consistent results, firms are reassessing how recruiters are trained, developed, and prepared to meet changing client demands. A few months ago, Hunt Scanlon and its HSiQ Talent Intelligence advisory unit introduced the Recruiter Performance Training Program, a practical, execution-focused system designed to
U.S. Payrolls Fall by 23,000 in July as Unemployment Rate Dips to 4.1 Percent
Employment fell by 23,000 in July as the U.S. unemployment rate stood at 4.1 percent, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. The number of unemployed people, at 6.9 million, changed little in July. Among the major worker groups, the unemployment rates for teenagers (12.1 percent) and people who are Hispanic (4.6 percent) declined
Parker Remick Expands with New Partner
Seattle, WA-based Parker Remick has appointed Adam Szepkouski as partner of consulting excellence. The firm explained that this hire reflects a broader push to refine execution and scale delivery as demand for senior technology leaders accelerates. The appointment comes at a time of structural change in technology leadership. AI is reshaping how technology organizations are built and
The Data Migration Paralysis Problem: Why Firms Stay on Old Platforms Too Long
Technology has become a defining competitive advantage for executive search firms, yet many organizations continue to rely on aging platforms that no longer innovate. While artificial intelligence, automation, and data-driven workflows are reshaping the industry, the hesitation to replace legacy systems often leaves firms struggling with inefficiencies that quietly accumulate over time. The greatest obstacle
Recruiterflow Offers Four-Step Playbook for Building an AI-Native Search Firm
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how executive search firms identify talent, manage information, engage candidates, and serve clients. But adopting an AI-powered platform alone does not make a recruiting organization AI-native. The larger challenge is integrating technology across the search lifecycle in ways that improve decision-making, strengthen execution, and allow consultants to devote more attention
Kirk Palmer Associates Recruits Chief Merchandising Officer for Belk
Retail-focused executive search firm Kirk Palmer Associates has helped to recruit Molly Taylor as chief merchandising officer at retailer Belk, where she will lead merchandising strategy and vision across all product categories. Melissa Sussberg and Alexa Liebman led the assignment. Ms. Taylor is a merchandising executive with over 30 years of experience connecting topline vision to bottom-line performance
The Forces Reshaping Executive Search
As organizations face accelerating business transformation, leadership succession, and rapid advances in artificial intelligence, the demands placed on executive search firms continue to evolve. Clients are looking for more than candidate identification—they increasingly expect strategic guidance, deeper market intelligence, and advisors capable of helping them navigate an increasingly complex leadership landscape. Those themes emerged consistently
Bryant Group Fills Senior Position for the University of Washington
Dallas-based executive search and talent development firm Bryant Group has assisted in the recruitment of Justin Michalka as vice president for university development at the University of Washington (UW). The search was led by firm president Chris Bingley. “I’m delighted to welcome Justin to the University of Washington,” said Mary Gresch, senior vice president for university advancement. “He is a
SPMB Expands Financial Officer and Private Equity Practices
SPMB Executive Search has appointed Christy Mihos as a partner in the firm’s financial officer and private equity practices. “Christy is one of the most accomplished CFO search practitioners in the market, and we are thrilled to welcome him to SPMB,” said Dave Mullarkey, managing partner at SPMB. “His track record of advising PE firms and technology companies on
Executive Talent Market Faces New Pressures as AI and Private Equity Reshape Leadership Demand
The executive talent market continues to tighten as private investment accelerates, experienced leaders retire, and organizations compete for executives capable of driving growth and transformation. At the same time, artificial intelligence is changing the capabilities companies expect from senior leaders, while consulting and private equity firms rethink how they build leadership teams and evaluate potential.
Carpenter Legal Search Recruits General Counsel for Park Corporation
Legal recruiting remains an active area for executive search firms as corporations, law firms, government agencies, and other organizations compete for experienced legal talent. Employment of lawyers is projected to grow four percent from 2024 to 2034, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, with approximately 31,500 openings expected each year as employers add
Signium Opens New Office in Hamburg, Germany
Executive search consortium Signium has opened a new office in Hamburg, Germany. The new office is led by Moritz Drerup, managing partner, who joined Signium with more than a decade of executive search experience and a highly focused practice in technology and AI leadership. The Hamburg office represents a natural evolution for Mr. Drerup’s established executive search practice, combining his specialist expertise with the reach,
Executive Search Strategies for Leadership Success
As organizations navigate rapid change, leadership decisions have become increasingly consequential, placing greater pressure on executive search firms to identify candidates who can deliver both immediate impact and long-term value. Success at the highest levels depends on far more than filling a vacancy—it requires a disciplined search strategy that combines market intelligence, rigorous assessment, and
Leverage AI in Your Job Search: When to Use It and When Not To
Artificial intelligence has been changing the way people search for jobs. From optimizing resumes to preparing for interviews, AI has become a valuable resource for candidates looking to streamline the process. The key is knowing how to use it effectively, according to a recent report from New York City headquartered executive search firm Solomon Page. “AI
The Art of Onboarding a Senior Executive
The process of bringing in a new executive isn’t merely about filling a vacant position; it’s an investment in the future success of your organization. However, this investment often falls short when it comes to executive onboarding, according to a recent report from SpenglerFox. “Many companies underestimate the critical importance of a well-designed onboarding program, leading
ON24 Creates Virtual Talent Development Suite
ON24, Inc., a global leader in webcasting and virtual environment solutions, has announced the virtual talent development suite, a solution for businesses which provides an enhanced user experience for every stage of the employee development lifecycle, from talent acquisition and new-hire onboarding to employee learning and leadership development. This new offering from ON24 delivers an
Sucherman Consulting Group Taps New Executive Search Leader
Sucherman Consulting Group Inc., a management consulting and executive search firm in the media and entertainment industries, has added Jamie Waldron as executive vice president of its SCG Executive Search unit. He will run the executive search practice for the firm and will have additional responsibility for SCG’s West Coast operations. Mr. Waldron is a
B.E. Smith Adds SVP Management Consulting
Executive recruiting firm B.E. Smith has named Kathleen Meredith as senior vice president, management consulting. Ms. Meredith will lead a team that is equipped to consult as peers who understand the challenges provider organizations face in today's healthcare environment and the best practices for addressing them. She was previously president of Tohder Consulting which specialized
Koltin Consulting Fills Position for the Caryle Group
Koltin Consulting Group, a provider of management, marketing, and business consulting services to financial services firms, has placed Mark Keller as vice president of tax at The Carlyle Group. Managing director Geremy Cepin and director Sara King completed the search. Mr. Keller was previously the vice president of tax at Arbitron. The Carlyle Group is
Paychex Acquires myStaffingPro
Paychex, Inc., a provider of payroll, human resource, and employee benefits solutions for small and medium-sized businesses, has acquired HR Services, Inc. and myStaffingPro, its Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) applicant tracking suite. HR Services, Inc., founded in 1993, is based in Lima, Ohio, and now operates as a wholly owned subsidiary of Paychex. Financial terms of the
True Continues Expansion
Executive recruiting firm True has expanded with the additions of Todd Zangrillo, Eoin O'Neill and Fletcher Schottland as partners. Established in 2012, True has grown from its four founders to more than 20 search professionals across Philadelphia, New York, Boston and Silicon Valley. Mr. Zangrillo joined True from eBay's enterprise commerce technology organization, where he
Versique Search & Consulting Launches Finance and Accounting Division
Versique Search & Consulting, formerly known as McKinley Group, has launched a finance and accounting division, led by recruiter Joe Reardon. Mr. Reardon brings over 10 years of executive recruiting experience to the Versique team, as well as 20 years of finance and accounting leadership experience, including roles such as controller and CFO. He previously
Social Media Not Best Outlet for Job Seekers
While social media may be a popular vehicle for candidates to do a job search, a new CareerBuilder study shows it can also end up costing you the job. More than two in five (43 percent) hiring managers who currently research candidates via social media said they have found information that has caused them not
Kronos Selected by Best Buy Mexico
Best Buy Mexico, a subsidiary of Best Buy Co. Inc, has selected workforce management solutions from Kronos Incorporated to more effectively manage its workforce. Gabriel Alvarado, general director, Kronos Latin America, said: “The Best Buy brand exemplifies solid values of customer service and employee satisfaction and it is rewarding to see Best Buy Mexico embracing
Bó Lè Associates Completes Sale to Recruit Holdings
Chinese search firm Bó Lè Associates has completed the sale of its remaining shares to Recruit Holdings Co. Ltd. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Bó Lè Associates was established in 1996 and currently operates out of 17 offices in Greater China and seven offices in Southeast Asia; it has 550 employees and
Norman Broadbent Opens New Office in France
Executive recruiter Norman Broadbent has opened its newest office location in France. Catherine Ceva has been appointed to serve as the managing partner of the new office. Ms. Ceva was previously an associate partner in the Paris office at TRANSEARCH. Her background includes working on assignments in fashion, retail and consumer goods. Ms. Ceva’s previous
Turnkey Search Recruits CEO for ASICS LA Marathon
Sports and entertainment-focused executive recruiter Turnkey Search has placed Tracey Russell as chief executive officer of the ASICS LA Marathon. Ms. Russell is the executive director of the Atlanta Track Club (ATC) and has nearly two decades of race management experience. LA MARATHON LLC is a leading U.S. running organization dedicated to transforming lives through
Halogen Software Selected by API Technologies
Halogen Software has been selected by API Technologies Corp. to unify employee performance management across its competitive workforce. API Technologies chose Halogen to help make processes, competencies, performance ratings, goal management and development plans standardized and consistent across the company. “With a number of acquisitions over the years, API Technologies didn't have a consistent performance
Heidrick & Struggles Names Head of London Office
Executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has named Will Moynahan as managing partner to lead its London office. In his search and leadership advisory capacity, Mr. Moynahan is a member of both the firm's global CEO & board of directors practice and its private equity sector. “We are privileged to work in a city
LifeWork Search Strengthens Recruiting Team
LifeWork Search has added Laura Patterson, formerly of American Express and Bank of America Merchant Services, to its executive search team. Ms. Patterson will lead the firm’s new compliance / fraud / risk desk. Her merchant services career started in 2002 with American Express, focusing on the acquirer side of the business. Her most recent
3P Consultants Completes Assignment for SARA (Hong Kong)
Executive search firm 3P Consultants Pvt. Ltd has placed Sanjay Malpani as vice president of corporate finance and strategic planning at SARA (Hong Kong) Ltd. Mr. Malpani previously served as chief executive officer at Acme Global Ltd. SARA (Hong Kong) Ltd. is the chemical, plastic trade & distribution wing of the Mohanani family group, which
NonStop Recruitment Opens New Office in Prague
NonStop Recruitment has expanded its reach in mainland Europe with the opening of a new office in Prague. The office is the third NonStop office in Europe, the others being the European Resource Center in Pardubice and the Zug office in Switzerland which serves the Swiss, German and Austrian markets. NonStop Recruitment will also be
Korn Ferry Adds to Atlanta Office
Korn/Ferry International has added Amy Young as principal in the firm's consumer search practice. She will be based in Korn/Ferry’s Atlanta office. Ms. Young joins Korn/Ferry International from Leader Enterprises, a Roswell-based marketing and technology consulting firm focused on consumer, entertainment and sports clients, where she was the director of talent acquisition and organizational development.
Work&Partners Places Sales/Marketing Exec at Electronic Ink
New York-based Work&Partners LLC has placed Douglas Humphreys as executive vice president of worldwide sales and marketing at Electronic Ink. Mr. Humphreys was formerly chief operating officer of RoadhouseOne. Electronic Ink is an international business system design consultancy dedicated to improving the way people interact with technology, environments and one another. Founded in 2002, Work&Partners
Ultimate Software Selected by Amica Mutual Insurance
Ultimate Software, a provider of HR, payroll, and talent management solutions, has announced that Amica Mutual Insurance Co., a national writer of automobile, homeowners, marine, and liability insurance, has selected the UltiPro solution to streamline its processes for human capital management. Amica, founded in 1907, employs approximately 3,200 people in 40 offices across the U.S.
Chadick Ellig Celebrates 35 Years in Business
New York City-based Chadick Ellig is celebrating its 35th anniversary. Chadick Ellig, named “One of the World's Most Influential Headhunters” by BusinessWeek, is a retained search firm specializing in recruiting talent for roles ranging from CEO, president and board director, to management and functional positions across numerous sectors in Fortune 500, mid-cap and private equity-backed
Fortune Hill Taps Leader for HR Practice
U.K.-based search firm Fortune Hill has named Catherine Osaigbovo as managing consultant leading the firm’s HR practice. Ms. Osaigbovo has over seven years HR recruitment experience and joins the firm from Leathwaite International. Prior to that, she was with Digby Morgan. “I was attracted to Fortune Hill because they have a model which challenges the
Boyden to Lead CEO Search for Virginia Port Authority
Boyden has been selected by the Virginia Port Authority (VPA) to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. Rodney W. Oliver has been serving as VPA’s Interim executive director following the resignation of Jerry A. Bridges last October. Tim McNamara, managing director who resides in Boyden’s Baltimore and Washington, DC offices, and
Sanford Rose San Diego Names Principal
Sanford Rose Associates- San Diego has appointed Denali Allen as a principal. Ms. Allen is a seasoned search consultant within life sciences executive search, having worked with clients ranging from start-ups to global, multinational conglomerates throughout her career. She originally joined Sanford Rose Associates in 2003 and has worked for both the San Diego and
TheLadders.com Unveils News Recruiting App
Online job matching service TheLadders.com has unveiled its iOS mobile app. Developed with a feature-lean approach, TheLadders’ app, “Job Search by TheLadders,” now available for free on the app store, provides a new way to identify job matches on-the-go, discover new job opportunities, and retrieve information on the competition. “The job-search evolution from the web
Stanton Chase Forms Alliance with Greater China
Executive search firm Stanton Chase Singapore and importer Greater China have reached an agreement to cover regional financial services and insurance (FSI) recruiting work from Hong Kong. “Our aim is to offer seamless executive search services to premier financial institutions across Singapore and Greater China which, most importantly, benefit our clients with the right expertise
Phillips Oppenheim Places CEO at Susan G. Komen Greater NYC
New York City-headquartered Phillips Oppenheim has recruited Linda McNeil Tantawi as the new chief executive officer for the Greater New York City Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Ms. Tantawi comes to Komen Greater NYC from the CJ Foundation for SIDS where she served as executive director since 2009. The Greater New York
Recruiting Improvement Specialist Akken Partners with Kurlan & Associates
Akken, a staffing and recruiting efficiency improvement specialist, has formed a strategic partnership with Kurlan & Associates, a provider of sales development services. Kurlan & Associates works both domestically and internationally and has a well-established track record for helping both small start-up and Fortune 500 companies improve their sales performance. Kurlan & Associates president, Dave
Ascentis Releases HCM Solution Using NetSuite Platform
Ascentis Corporation, a market leader in human capital management solutions, has released the Ascentis HCM SuiteApp, built using NetSuite’s SuiteCloud computing platform. The Ascentis HCM SuiteApp automates HR and payroll processes while reducing costs and providing insight into organizational trends. The new SuiteApp ensures synchronization of critical data elements such as employee demographic information and
Egon Zehnder Makes Leadership Changes; Launches U.S. Public And Social Services Sector Practice
Global executive search firm Egon Zehnder has made leadership changes in several of the firm's key practices. Claude Shaw, a New York-based consultant, has been named to lead the firm's U.S. private equity practice, where he will continue to grow the firm's expertise in C-level executive search, management assessment and talent consulting activities among private
Spencer Stuart Leads CEO Search for Forest Laboratories
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been selected by Forest Laboratories to lead in its search for a new chief executive. Howard Solomon will retire as CEO and president, effective December 31, 2013. Forest has well-established franchises in multiple therapeutic areas and the company is exploring new product opportunities that address a range of health
