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Rokos Group Seeking CFO for Keck Medicine of USC
Newport Beach, CA-based executive search firm Rokos Group has been retained by Keck Medicine of USC to lead its search for a new CFO. Reporting to the president and CEO of USC Health System, the CFO serves as the senior-most financial leader across the entire health system. This individual is responsible for directing a comprehensive, high-performing
PER Completes Management Buyout, Paving the Way for Strategic Growth
Private Equity Recruitment (PER) has announced that its senior leadership team has completed a management buyout of the company from founder Gail McManus. As part of this transition, day-to-day leadership has passed to CEO, Rupert Bell, and managing director, Charlie Hunt, who, alongside other senior colleagues, are now majority owners of the company. “PER has
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.
A Midyear Opportunity to Reinforce Leadership and Talent
With June now underway, the midpoint of the year offers a natural opportunity for leaders to evaluate progress and prepare for the months ahead. As priorities shift and organizations look toward second-half objectives, now is an ideal time to focus on the people, structure, and leadership capabilities that will drive future performance. A deliberate investment
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?
Buffkin / Baker Expands Consumer Practice
Partner-led executive search firm Buffkin / Baker has expanded with the addition of Kevin Duffy as a partner in its consumer practice area. “We are delighted that Kevin has joined Buffkin / Baker and our consumer practice,” said David Alexander, partner, and consumer practice leader. “He brings a wealth of executive recruiting experience to our firm and
Speed vs. Certainty: How Leading Search Firms Deliver Fast Shortlists Without Increasing Risk
Executive search firms are under increasing pressure to deliver qualified leadership candidates faster without compromising diligence or decision quality. As hiring timelines compress and stakeholder scrutiny intensifies, many firms are turning to AI-driven intelligence tools to identify potential risks, validate candidate fit, and strengthen shortlists earlier in the search process. Balancing speed with certainty requires
Spencer Stuart Recruits Ninth Leader for Brunswick School
Spencer Stuart has assisted in the recruitment of Andrew T. Chappell as Brunswick’s ninth head of school, effective July 1, 2027. Mary Gorman, a partner in the firm’s education and social impact practice, and consultant Michele Haertel, led the assignment. Tom Philip has informed the Board of Trustees of his plans to retire in June 2027, at the
How PE-Backed Businesses are Redefining the Interim CFO Role
Interim CFOs are increasingly central to the performance and stability of private equity-backed businesses. As deal cycles extend and operating conditions tighten, they are deployed not only for financial stewardship but also as value creation partners across the investment lifecycle. “Today’s interim CFOs are increasingly deployed as execution-focused operators responsible for stabilizing performance, improving financial
The Talent Studios Places CEO at GIBBON North America
The Talent Studios has placed Luke Droulez as the new CEO of GIBBON North America. The search was led by Katlyn Maloney and Jeremy Cohen. Mr. Droulez is an executive leader with a proven track record of scaling consumer brands from early stage to nine figures. He was an early executive leader and chief marketing officer of native digital
Pacific International Executive Search Expands Advisory Board
London-headquartered executive search firm Pacific International Executive Search has appointed Beth Albright to its advisory board. “Beth Albright is an exceptional addition to our advisory board,” said David Howells, CEO of Pacific International. “Her deep governance expertise, her track record of guiding organizations through IPOs, M&A integrations, and large-scale transformations, and her recognized leadership in human capital management
Asset Management’s Next Edge Is Organizational, Not Financial
Citrin Cooperman’s 2026 Asset Management Survey Report highlights an industry undergoing meaningful transition. Their survey of 300 senior leaders across private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, private credit, and funds of funds points to a market increasingly shaped by institutional capital, operational pressure, and changing investor expectations. What stands out most is not simply the economic uncertainty facing
TurnkeyZRG Seeking Men’s Lacrosse Head Coach for Fairfield University
TurnkeyZRG has been retained by Fairfield University to lead in a nationwide search for a new men’s lacrosse head coach. Katy Young Staudt, vice president, college & coaching practice, is leading the assignment. The head coach will be responsible for directing all phases of a championship-caliber Division I Men’s Lacrosse program within the NCAA and Coastal Athletic Association, with an
BroadView Talent Partners Recruits CEO for the Freestore Foodbank
BroadView Talent Partners has assisted in the recruitment of Kreg Keesee as the new president and CEO of the Freestore Foodbank. Christie Angel, Melania DaSilva Deaver, Donna Young, and Robyn Quinn led the assignment. “Kreg brings a proven track record of building high-performing teams and turning strategy into action,” board chair Dwinelva Zackery said. “We are confident he is the right leader to
Streamlining the Hiring Process to Secure Top Talent
In a competitive hiring market, speed and preparation can often make the difference between securing a top candidate and losing them to another opportunity. With many professionals exploring new roles while remaining fully employed, organizations must balance thorough evaluation with an efficient and well-coordinated recruitment process. The most successful employers are those that approach hiring
DHR Global Adds New Partner in Singapore
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has expanded with the addition of Veronique Denis-Pelliet as a partner in its technology and retail & consumer practices in Singapore. A seasoned executive with over 10 years of experience in executive search, ESG leadership, sales, and international business development, Ms. Denis-Pelliet has led multicultural teams and driven growth in Southeast Asia, China, Europe,
Assessing Business Development Talent Without Slowing the Hiring Process
Companies are placing greater emphasis on improving hiring accuracy as competition for high-performing talent intensifies across the market. Yet many organizations continue to rely on inconsistent interview practices, subjective evaluations, and selection processes that create unnecessary friction for both candidates and internal stakeholders. Most hiring failures do not happen because companies move too fast. They
Academic Search Recruits President for Henry Ford College
Academic Search has placed David M. Knezek as the seventh president of Henry Ford College. Shirley Robinson Pippins and Richard Cummins led the assignment. Mr. Knezek, currently serving as chief operating officer of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and as an elected Wayne County commissioner, will assume the presidency later this year, succeeding interim president Dr. Lori
Fabric.AI Taps Egon Zehnder for Critical Search
Global leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder has been retained by NASDAQ-traded AI infrastructure company Fabric.AI to lead the search for a senior project management executive. “Egon Zehnder’s reputation, global reach, and deep expertise across AI, advanced technologies, and organizational leadership make them an ideal partner for Fabric.AI at this stage of our growth,” said Josh Silverman, CEO of
Caldwell Expands in London and Madrid
Toronto-based Caldwell has expanded with the addition of Alex Langridge as a partner in the firm’s financial services practice. Based in London, Mr. Langridge advises clients across financial services and fintech on senior executive and board appointments, succession planning, organizational design, and transformational leadership hiring. “Alex’s appointment reflects our continued investment in expanding Caldwell’s financial
Fama Technologies Granted U.S. Patent on Foundational AI-Powered Social Media Screening Technology
Fama Technologies, providers of AI-powered online screening, has announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has allowed all claims in its patent application covering the foundational technology behind social media background screening. The patent, titled “System for Searching and Correlating Online Activity with Individual Classification Factors,” has a priority date of November
Updating How You Work So AI Can Actually Deliver
AI adoption is no longer a technology challenge, it is an operational one. Companies that generate lasting value from AI will be the ones willing to redesign workflows, redefine leadership responsibilities, and embed AI directly into how work gets done every day. Most companies will not fail at AI because they chose the wrong model,
Vetted Solutions Assists CoreNet Global with CEO Search
Following an extensive search process, Washington, D.C.-based Vetted Solutions has assisted in the recruitment of Vicki Worden as the new CEO of CoreNet Global. “Vicki Worden demonstrates exemplary leadership through her collaborative approach,” said Jamie Leary-Erickson, CoreNet Global board chair. “Vicki’s extensive experience in the architecture, engineering, and commercial real estate sectors, combined with her global perspective
BarkerGilmore Places Head of Legal at Vantage Elevator Solutions
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has placed Keinan Meginniss as VP, head of legal at Vantage Elevator Solutions. The search was led by Stephen Bell and Alison Waters. “Keinan joins the organization at an exciting time as the company continues to expand its operations and strengthen its leadership team
NGS Global Adds TalentXera
Wilmington, DE-headquartered executive search firm NGS Global has added Saúl Almendárez and his team at TalentXera. This expands the firm’s capabilities across Mexico and the broader Latin America region. Mr. Almendárez is based in Mexico City, where he has spent more than 20 years building an exceptional team and a highly regarded brand in the executive search industry. Along
IMD International Search Group Elects New Board Members
Global executive search consortium IMD International Search Group recently had delegates from member firms meet in Helsinki, Finland, and announced the election of several board members. Ben Tucker (Minerva, IMD U.K.) transitions from director to VP finance and legal. Eva Nielsen (Lisberg, IMD Sweden) is reelected for a second mandate as director while Terhi Heikkinen (IMS Talent,
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Launch Recruiter Performance Training Program
The executive search industry has a training challenge. For years, recruiting firms have depended on apprenticeship-style development, learning through observation, informal mentoring, and varying management approaches. That model works for some, but it does not scale effectively. In a market increasingly shaped by AI, speed, precision, and commercial demands, inconsistent recruiter performance is no longer
Executive Search Firms Confront the AI Transformation
As AI rapidly reshapes the executive search landscape, recruiting firms are facing growing pressure to modernize how they identify, assess, and engage leadership talent. Industry experts say AI-driven sourcing, predictive analytics, and automation tools are helping firms accelerate search timelines and expand candidate reach, while also forcing recruiters to rethink where their true value lies.
Cooper Coleman Recruits CFO the Center for Child Protection
Cooper Coleman LLC has placed William Wade as chief financial officer of the Center for Child Protection (CCP) in Austin, TX. The national search was led by Johnny Cooper, founder and CEO of Cooper Coleman. “Dion brings the kind of strategic thinking and mission alignment CCP needs in its CFO,” said Mr. Cooper. “They are doing remarkable work,
Boyden Assists Kerry’s Place Autism Services with CEO Search
Boyden has recruited Normandie Wragg as the new president and CEO of Kerry’s Place Autism Services in Ontario. The appointment follows the previously announced retirement of CEO Susan VanDeVelde-Coke at the end of June. The search was led by partners Jim Stonehouse and Pamela Colquhoun, and Kathy Luu, senior associate. “Normandie is a highly accomplished, values-driven
Leadership Needs Shift Dramatically as VC Moves to Wartime Footing
Over a 20-plus-year search career, Ben Dewar of NU Advisory Partners has led hundreds of recruiting engagements across every corporate function imaginable. Along the way, he has recruited dynamic executive talent into CxO and VP roles for VC-backed, PE-backed and public high-growth technology and consumer companies. From that perch, he has witnessed up close and personal
Lonergan Partners Places VP of Marketing for Wurldtech Security Technology
Executive search firm Lonergan Partners has placed Peter Lunk as vice president of marketing at Wurldtech Security Technologies. The search was led by Dotty Schaffer. Most recently, Mr. Lunk was the director of product marketing for Juniper Networks. “Peter Lunk is a seasoned marketing executive with deep experience with security products. His background is ideal
Heidrick & Struggles Revenue Drops 16 Percent in 2012; Europe Down 25 Percent for Year
Heidrick & Struggles International/(NASDAQ:HSII) has posted revenues of $103.9 million in the fourth quarter, down 18.3 percent from $127.2 million during the same period a year ago. Year over year, net revenue declined 16.7 percent in the Americas, 29.2 percent in Europe and 8.3 percent in Asia Pacific. All industry practices contributed to the decline.
Jacobson Group and ejsSearch Merge
The Jacobson Group, a Chicago-based human capital services firm serving the insurance, healthcare and financial services industries, has merged with ejsSearch, a London-headquartered insurance executive search firm specializing in assignments in the London, broader European and international markets. “This is a merger of networks and expertise,” said Barbara Schonhofer, chief executive of ejs. “Our companies’
CDI Posts Flat Revenues for 2012
CDI Corp./(NYSE:CDI), a Philadelphia-based provider of IT-focused recruitment solutions, posted fourth quarter revenues of $271 million, an increase of one percent from revenues of $268 million a year ago. The company reported net income of $5 million, or $0.25 per diluted share, versus a net loss of $0.7 million, or $0.03 per diluted share, last
Addison Group Selects Empower Software Solutions
Empower Software Solutions, Inc., a provider of human resource management and business process outsourcing services to businesses and government entities, has announced that Chicago-based Addison Group has implemented EmpowerHR/Pay to automate HR, payroll and benefits. The company is also in the process of implementing EmpowerTime for time and attendance tracking companywide. “Scaling your workforce to
ManpowerGroup to Acquire Workshop Holding
ManpowerGroup, a provider of workforce solutions, has entered into an agreement to acquire Workshop Holding AS, which, in turn, owns Workshop Bemanning og Kompetanse AS, Norway’s largest recruitment firm in the construction sector. Workshop Holding was formerly controlled by private equity company Borea Opportunity. With this acquisition, Workshop Bemanning will be incorporated into ManpowerGroup Norway’s
Hudson Global Posts 17 Percent Revenue Drop in 2012
Hudson Global/(NASDAQ:HSON) has posted fourth quarter 2012 revenues of $184.3 million, a decrease of 17.3 percent from the fourth quarter of 2011. The company recorded a net loss of $0.3 million, or $0.01 per basic and diluted share, compared with net income of $3.3 million, or $0.10 per basic and diluted share, a year ago.
Braswell Nees Group Completes Search for Overture Networks
Braswell Nees Group has placed Rocco Volpe as vice president of operations and quality for Overture Networks. Rocco began his career with GE in their Transportation Systems as an executive director and more recently was with Nortel/Avaya since 2007. Overture Networks is leading the transformation to Carrier Ethernet services and infrastructure at the network edge.
Spencer Ogden Partners with Kalumbila Minerals
Recruiting firm Spencer Ogden has formed a strategic partnership with Kalumbila Minerals Ltd (FQML subsidiary) to manage the recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) program for its Sentinel mining project in Zambia. The RPO will deliver new mining jobs across all of Sentinel’s mining operations through 2013. To support the project Spencer Ogden plans to open a
Furst Group Adds New VP in St. Louis Office
Healthcare-focused executive search firm Furst Group has added Jim Schmidt as a vice president in St. Louis. Mr. Schmidt has more than 25 years’ experience in executive search, principally for healthcare clients, including integrated delivery systems, hospitals, academic medical centers, physician group practices and managed care organizations. He formerly served as a managing partner with
Judge Group Creates New VIP Careers Division
The Judge Group, a recruiting services provider, has launched its newest division, VIP Careers. The mission of Veterans in Professional Careers is to reduce the unemployment rate of U.S. military veterans, wounded warriors and military spouses by helping them find careers in the civilian workforce. Michael Ferraro will head the new division. “The idea behind
Nosal Partners Finds CFO for CBR Systems
Executive recruiter Nosal Partners LLC has placed Michael Johnson as chief financial officer at CBR Systems, Inc. Mr. Johnson was previously CFO at Fenwal, Inc. CBR is the world’s largest and most experienced stem cell bank. Headquartered in San Francisco and with offices in Atlanta, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, New York, San Diego and Sao Paulo,
PeopleClues Partners with People Report
PeopleClues, a provider of workplace assessments, has formed strategic partnership with People Report, a provider of human resource metrics, benchmarks, trends and best people practices for the food-service industry. As a result of the partnership and the two companies’ thought leadership on workplace best practices, People Report clients will receive enhanced knowledge they can use
DHR Adds Managing Director In Legal & Compliance Practice
DHR International has added Linda Madrid as managing director and global leader of the firm’s legal & compliance practice. As managing director, she will lead the firm’s Washington, D.C. office. As global leader Ms. Madrid will be responsible for guiding and executing senior level search assignments. Ms. Madrid was formerly a recruiter with Korn/Ferry International.
Beyond.com Acquires JobCircle
Beyond.com, Inc., a network of niche career communities, has acquired the strategic assets of Human Capital Solutions, LLC (d/b/a JobCircle.com), through its subsidiary Career Management Solutions, LLC. JobCircle.com is an online job portal for employers and job seekers in the Mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. The acquisition enables Beyond.com the opportunity to expand its Career
B.E. Smith Places CNO for GPRMC
Executive recruiting firm B.E. Smith has placed Tadd Greenfield as chief nursing officer at Great Plains Regional Medical Center (GPRMC). Prior to joining GPRMC, Mr. Greenfield served as chief nursing officer for Banner Health Community Hospital in Torrington, Wyo. “Great Plains Regional Medical Center was seeking a CNO with demonstrated success in nursing leadership and
Bullhorns Assigns New COO
Bullhorn, a global provider of on demand front office staffing and recruitment software, has assigned Justin Teague as its chief operating officer. Mr. Teague was most recently divisional vice president and general manager for product lifecycle management (PLM) powerhouse Parametric Technology Corporation (PTC), where he led the $600 million mechanical engineering global business unit through
Crown & Marks Adds Managing Consultant in HR Practice
Executive search firm Crown & Marks has added Lynsey Allison as a managing consultant in its human resources executive search practice. Ms. Allison has extensive consulting experience across a range of market sectors and is highly regarded within the industry. Her career has included working for a specialist global consulting firm in both London and
Fairfield Partners Fills Position for Preferred Brands/Tasty Bite
Fairfield Partners has placed Susan Rolnick as vice president of sales and marketing for Preferred Brands/Tasty Bite, a fast growing natural food manufacturer based in Stamford, CT. Ms. Rolnick previously served as VP of sales & marketing for Vitasoy. Fairfield Partners is a retained executive search firm that specializes in placing high impact leaders in
Hay Group Adds New Leadership in San Francisco
Hay Group, a global management consulting firm, has announced that Brandon Cherry will be taking over as the market leader for its San Francisco office. In this role, Mr. Cherry will lead Hay Group’s West Coast market facing operations and continue to manage its executive compensation business in the west. He will take on people
Boyden Names Principal in Chicago
Boyden has promoted Amanda Worthington to principal in its Chicago office. Ms. Worthington, who has worked with Boyden for five years, is a member of the firm's global consumer goods and industrial practices. During her tenure at Boyden, she has successfully placed senior executives in general management, finance, marketing and sales, product development, shared services,
Companies Plan to Ramp Up Hiring in 2013
Yoh’s 2013 Workforce Trends Study reveals that 80 percent of major U.S. employers expect their 2013 hiring will meet or exceed their rate of hiring in 2012. Of companies that plan to accelerate hiring in 2013, 83 percent expect to increase staffing levels by at least three percent. Demand for talent exists at nearly every
Tyler & Company President Elected to AESC Council of Americas
Tyler & Company president Dennis J. Kain has been elected to a three-year term on the Association of Executive Search Consultants’ (AESC) council of the Americas representing Tyler & Company and Signium International. Tyler & Company has been a member of AESC since 2004. The Americas council is part of AESC’s governance structure, responsible for
Martin Partners Fills Marketing Position for Biogen
Executive search firm Martin Partners has placed Robin Jolliffe as director, global marketing, Avonex at Biogen Idec. Biogen Idec is the oldest independent biotech firm in the world. Prior to joining Biogen, Ms. Jolliffe was executive director, marketing at Amag Pharmaceuticals. Chicago-headquartered Martin Partners provides executive search services to a wide array of industries.
SCI Companies Partners with BullseyeEvaluation
SCI Companies has entered into a partnership agreement with BullseyeEvaluation (Bullseye), to make their performance management solutions available to clients of both SCI Companies and PlatformOne. The BullseyeEvaluation software solutions will include capabilities to perform employee evaluations, manage personnel talent, and optimize the performance metrics of businesses around their employees, operations and finances. Since 1985,
Seiden Krieger Associates Adds Sports Search Practice Head
Executive search firm Seiden Krieger Associates has added Ted Gregory as executive vice president and head of its sports search practice. Mr. Gregory has been a practitioner in a retained executive search environment for the past 12 years. He possesses long-standing contacts, cross industry knowledge, human resources experience, diversity expertise, and skills in marketing, sales,
Sanford Rose San Diego Announces Promotions
Sanford Rose Associates- San Diego has promoted Linda Sierra to the role of principal and Angela Brooks to the role of associate partner. Ms. Sierra is an executive search consultant and human resources professional, having spent 18 years working in the biotechnology (pharmaceutical and diagnostic) industry within both private and public companies. In her new
Witt/Kieffer Finds Baptist Easley Hospital Chief
Executive search firm Witt/Kieffer has placed Michael L. Batchelor as the new CEO of Baptist Easley Hospital. Baptist Easley Hospital is located in South Carolina. Mr. Batchelor comes to Baptist Easley from Greenville Hospital System (GHS) where he has served as president, North Greenville Campus since 2005.Witt/Kieffer assists colleges, universities, national educational associations, foundations, cultural
HRsoft and C-Suite Analytics Launch Employee Retention Tool
HRsoft and C-Suite Analytics have launched STAYview, a new web-based solution available for employers to improve employee retention and engagement. The STAYview solution automates the complete workflow allowing companies to implement in less than 30 days. David Kennedy, HRsoft chief operating officer, said: “CEOs told us there was a desire to conduct Stay Interviews so
Mansfield & Associates Opens Western Regional Office
Mansfield & Associates, Ltd., a research driven executive search firm with offices in Cleveland, Fort Myers, Minneapolis, and Budapest has opened its western regional office in San Diego and named Maria Casanova as regional vice president. Before joining Mansfield, Ms Casanova worked for and managed staffing firms throughout her career and held a position at
Russell Reynolds Associates Retained by International Rescue Committee
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has been selected by The International Rescue Committee to lead in its search for a new president. George Rupp plans to step down this summer as president of the global humanitarian relief and development organization. The IRC, which was founded in 1933 at the suggestion of
