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Five Questions with MJ Scott, Incoming CEO of Kirk Palmer Associates
Kirk Palmer Associates (KPA) an independent executive search firm dedicated exclusively to retail and consumer brands, this past July appointed search industry veteran MaryJeanne (MJ) Scott as its new CEO. A seasoned leader with more than 25 years in retail and executive search, Ms. Scott brings expanded capabilities to KPA’s global operations with a focus
Unemployment Rises to Four-Year High
Employment rose by 64,000 in November as the U.S. unemployment rate stands at 4.6 percent, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. Employment rose in healthcare and construction in November, while federal government continued to lose jobs. The delayed employment report for November and a partial update for October published by the Labor Department’s Bureau
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.
The Christopher Group Tapped by MITRE for Head of Total Rewards Search
The Christopher Group (TCG), a boutique HR executive search and business solutions recruiting firm, has been selected by MITRE to lead in its search for a head of total rewards. The search is being led by managing partner Ayla Maloney and recruiting director Kat Kilkenney. “This is an incredibly exciting opportunity for a total rewards leader who wants to make
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?
True Establishes Dedicated Private Credit Practice
Global executive talent platform True has launched a dedicated private credit practice, led by Rick Bank, managing director and head of the private credit and private equity practices. The launch comes as private credit enters a significant credit cycle, with 67 percent of portfolio managers citing greater competition and 64 percent citing defaults and credit losses as
Inside the Decisions That Shape Hiring and Careers
Hiring and leadership decisions continue to play an increasingly important role in shaping both individual careers and organizational performance. As companies navigate tighter talent markets, rapid technological change, and evolving expectations around leadership, greater attention is being placed on how executives identify high performers, assess potential, and make decisions about who is ready for greater
ON Partners Recruits Board Members for Artisan Industries
Partners Seth Harris and Shawn Oglesbee of ON Partners have assisted in the recruitment of Stephen S. Schwartz and Gary A. Doyon as new members of the board of directors of Artisan Industries. The addition of two independent directors strengthens the company’s governance and strategic leadership, as Artisan expands its core technologies into high-growth markets, including specialty chemicals, PFAS removal, drug
Reffett Associates Seeking Vice President of Development for the Army Historical Foundation
WA-based Reffett Associates was recently retained by the Army Historical Foundation to recruit its next vice president of development. The Army Historical Foundation is the non-profit organization that supports the National Museum of the United States Army, which honors the service and sacrifice of American soldiers throughout the Army’s history. The vice president of development will play
DHR Global Expands Middle East and Africa Presence
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has expanded with the addition of Michael Patrick Okumu-Ringa as managing partner, Middle East and Africa. Based in Dubai, he will lead the expansion of DHR’s regional business, building its team and strengthening its executive search and leadership advisory capabilities while connecting regional clients with international talent in partnership with DHR’s London office. “The
Talentfoot Grows HR Practice
Talentfoot Executive Search has expanded with the addition of Gabe Peacock as associate partner, helping drive the continued growth of the firm’s human resources practice. “With Gabe joining the team, Talentfoot is continuing to expand our ability to support clients in finding HR leaders who can solve complex people challenges, strengthen culture, scale people operations,
Artico Search Founders Reflect on Five Years of Growth and Lessons Learned
Five years after its founding, Artico Search has grown from a two-person venture into a boutique executive search firm serving venture capital, private equity-backed, and publicly traded companies. Founded in 2021 by Mercedes Chatfield-Taylor, CEO and co-founder, and Matt Comyns, president and co-founder, the firm has built its business around emerging technology, with particular depth
Caldwell Sells IQTalent Partners to WinMil for $4.7 Million
Toronto-based Caldwell has completed the sale of substantially all of the net operating assets of its wholly owned subsidiary, IQTalent Partners, Inc., to WinMil, Inc. WinMil will continue to operate the business under the IQTalent name and brand. In 2020, Caldwell acquired IQTalent to broaden its service offerings into technology-enabled recruiting solutions at the professional level.
WittKieffer Selected by Park University for President Search
Oak Brook, IL-based WittKieffer has been retained by Park University to lead in its search for a new president. Consultant Alejandra Gillette-Teran, principal Melody Rose and associate Sarah Seavey are spearheading the assignment for the search firm. Reporting to an engaged board of trustees, the president will be expected to grow the University into the future. The president provides leadership in
NPAG Leading Executive Director Search for SEAL
Executive search firm NPAG was recently retained by SEAL (Sobrato Early Academic Language) to lead in its search for a new executive director. Allison Kupfer Poteet, managing partner, is leading the search along with Alejandra Villa, managing associate. The organization seeks a strong enterprise leader with strategic and financial acumen, experience leading through change, and genuine credibility
August Leadership Appoints Senior Advisor in Tokyo
August Leadership has named Paul Dupuis as senior advisor in Tokyo. “We are delighted to have Paul join August Leadership,” the firm said in a LinkedIn post. “His experience will add significant depth as we aim to strengthen our presence and relationships in Japan, alongside our broader APAC capabilities.” With more than 30 years of leadership
C-Suite Volatility Reshapes Talent Market, Creating Expanding Role for Search Firms
Crist|Kolder Associates’ latest 2026 Mid-Year Volatility Report provides a detailed look at leadership trends across 665 Fortune 500 and S&P 500 companies. Tracking executive changes through July 31, the research examines CEO, CFO, and COO turnover, career paths, diversity, and the emergence of new leadership positions as organizations adapt to an increasingly complex business environment.
The McCormick Group Completes Searches for Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies
The McCormick Group, an Arlington, VA-based executive recruitment firm, has assisted in the recruitment of Rodney Whitlock, Debbie Curtis, Katie Waldo, and Maddie News to the federal health policy practice of Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies, the bipartisan government relations and communications affiliate of international law firm Cozen O’Connor. The search was led by principal David
Krauthamer & Associates Selected by Regional Transportation District for CEO Search
Krauthamer & Associates (K&A) has been retained by the Regional Transportation District (RTD) in Denver, CO, to lead in its search for a new CEO. “RTD seeks a CEO who can continue strengthening the agency’s fiscal foundation, drive long‑range funding solutions, and guide RTD through budget challenges while advancing innovation, equity, transit service delivery and the
BrainWorks Grows Legal Practice
Warren, NJ-based executive search firm BrainWorks has named Rachel Chandler as director of legal recruitment. “With nearly two decades of experience spanning law, legal recruitment, and business development, Rachel brings an exceptional depth of expertise and a unique perspective to our team,” Brainworks said in a LinkedIn post. “From practicing corporate law to leading legal recruiting teams,
Boyden Forms Alliance with South African firm Tuesday Consulting
Boyden has formed a partnership with South African firm Tuesday Consulting, an executive search and advisory firm helping clients drive growth through sustainable human capital resourcing practices. The partnership will be led by seasoned industry executives Wendy Spalding and Tsholofelo Nketane, along with a team of nine professionals from Tuesday Consulting. “Partnering with Tuesday Consulting represents an
Leadership in Uncertain Times: How Executives Adapt
Leadership has always required navigating change, but today’s executives operate in an environment where geopolitical developments, economic uncertainty, and evolving market expectations can quickly reshape business priorities. This places renewed attention on how leaders set direction, strengthen organizational resilience and prepare their businesses for an uncertain future. According to the latest Kestria Global Leadership Barometer, geopolitical
Excel Search & Advisory Leading Search for Next WNBA Commissioner
The WNBA has begun the search for its next commissioner as the league prepares for a leadership transition at the end of the year. The NBA has retained Excel Search & Advisory, formerly Nolan Partners, to identify a successor to Cathy Engelbert, according to The Athletic. The assignment comes as the league continues to experience
Bryant Group Fills Senior Position for Wabash College
Dallas-based executive search and talent development firm Bryant Group has placed Tyler J. Wade as dean for enrollment management at Wabash College. Mr. Wade, a 2012 Wabash graduate, has served as interim dean since June. This follows a nationwide search led by the firm’s president Chris Bingley. “One of the things that made him stand out in the field
Leathwaite Continues Partnership with St Marylebone School
London-based executive search firm Leathwaite is continuing its long-standing partnership with St Marylebone School in London, supporting students as they prepare for the next stages of their academic and professional journeys. The firm said the program is part of its community engagement efforts and reflects its commitment to social mobility and widening access to opportunity. St
Hunt Scanlon Media and Simsola AI Launch Survey on the Last Mile of Executive Search
Executive search firms are under growing pressure to bring greater consistency and transparency to how finalists are evaluated and recommendations are made. As AI and new technology move deeper into the search process, firms are also rethinking how interview feedback is captured, how candidates are compared, and where experienced consultant judgment should carry the most
Investigative Diligence Moves Earlier in Executive Search
Executive hiring decisions increasingly carry reputational, financial, and governance consequences that extend well beyond a candidate’s resume. As a result, boards, investors, and search committees are placing greater emphasis on understanding the broader context behind an executive’s track record before making a final decision. That shift is giving investigative diligence a more prominent role in
Carpenter Legal Search Recruits General Counsel for Spirax Group’s Electric Thermal Solutions Division
Carpenter Legal Search, Inc. has recruited Matthew Simonds as general counsel of the Electric Thermal Solutions (ETS) division of Spirax Group, a global industrial engineering company. “Matt stood out throughout the search process because of his combination of legal sophistication, strong business judgment, and ability to serve as a true strategic partner to leadership,” said Lori Carpenter,
Kincannon & Reed Assists Stokes Seeds with Chief Commercial Officer Search
Kincannon & Reed (K&R), which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has helped to recruit Andy Paston as chief commercial officer of Stokes Seeds, a leading North American supplier of vegetable seed serving commercial growers across the United States and Canada. “Andy brings a strong combination of agricultural expertise and commercial leadership,”
Chartwell Partners Recruits President and CEO for Eagle Bancorp
Dallas, TX-based executive search firm Chartwell Partners has assisted in the recruitment of Stephen Curley as president and chief executive officer of Eagle Bancorp, Inc., the Bethesda-based holding company for EagleBank, one of the largest community banks in the Washington, D.C. area. The appointment followed an extensive board evaluation and search of internal and external candidates.
Navigating Uncertainty: How Global Business Leaders Are Adapting to Disruption and Complexity
A Protiviti and North Carolina State University study of over 1,300 board leaders and C-suite executives from around the world, found disruption and ongoing economic uncertainty are among the top concerns of global business leaders today. The study shows that these external forces add to the growing complexity of business leadership. In addition, a report from Boardroom Insiders shows
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
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
