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Daversa Partners Appoints Managing Director
Daversa Partners, which helps build leadership teams for growth and venture-backed companies, has announced a strategic leadership expansion with the promotion of Brian Warager to managing director. Primarily working across B2B software, AI, and frontier technology, Mr. Warager focuses on placing executives in sales, marketing, customer success, and operations roles; at times building the full GTM leadership teams for his
EY Signals M&A Momentum Is Rebuilding
The June 2025 edition of EY’s Merger Monthly report presents a cautiously optimistic picture of the U.S. deal environment. According to Mitch Berlin, EY Americas vice chair, “M&A in the U.S. bounced back in May, buoyed by easing trade tensions that boosted deal momentum, including several large transactions.” While overall deal volume saw a 6.2 percent year-over-year decrease,
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.
Ren Systems Appoints Head of Product
Ren Systems, an AI-powered relationship intelligence platform used by sales, business development, and professional services leaders, recently expanded with the addition of Nick Wynja as head of product. “As we’ve scaled Ren to 70+ enterprise customers and accelerated our feature release cycle, it became clear that we needed focused product leadership,” the company said in
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?
How to Kick Off an Executive Search the Right Way
As leadership demands grow more complex, organizations are increasingly recognizing that a successful executive search begins long before candidate outreach or interviews take place. Search consultants say the strongest outcomes are driven by early alignment around business strategy, organizational culture, leadership expectations, and the capabilities needed to support future growth. Rather than simply filling an
Why Structured Interviews Lead to Better Hiring
As organizations compete for leadership talent, many are reexamining how executive interviews are conducted and whether traditional hiring instincts are leading to the best decisions. Increasingly, research is showing that structured interviews built around standardized questions and evaluation criteria deliver more reliable hiring outcomes than conversational, free-flowing assessments. Talent experts say the approach not only
Rethinking Career Loyalty in the Age of Gen Z and Millennials
As leadership priorities continue to evolve, executive search firms are seeing a growing shift in how candidates evaluate long-term career opportunities. Today’s professionals are placing greater emphasis on purpose, culture, mentorship, flexibility, and personal growth alongside compensation and title. Recruiters say organizations that can clearly communicate vision, invest in employee development, and foster strong leadership
Coulter Partners Recruits Chief Scientific Officer for Laigo Bio
Life sciences recruiting specialist Coulter Partners has recruited Richard C.A. Sainson as the new chief scientific officer of Laigo Bio. “It was a privilege to partner with Matthew and the Laigo board,” said Kay Wardle, managing partner at Coulter Partners. “Targeted protein degradation is one of the most exciting frontier areas of drug discovery, and finding a chief
Blue Rock Human Capital Recruits Chief People Officer for Michelli Weighing & Measurement
Talent acquisition strategies at many large companies have become as complex as their balance sheets. And while chief human resource officers play a vital role in overseeing an organization’s broad-based workforce, the chief people officer typically goes beyond overseeing its people policies. The focus instead is on building talent as a key competitive advantage, with more
Raising the Bar for Interim and Fractional Leadership
As companies face mounting pressure to move faster and adapt to constant change, interim and fractional executives are increasingly being brought in not simply to maintain stability, but to drive transformation from day one. Organizations today are seeking experienced leaders who can step into critical roles, solve immediate business challenges, and create momentum while long-term
BoardWalk Consulting Selected by Atlanta Ballet for Executive Director Search
BoardWalk Consulting has was recently tapped by Atlanta Ballet to lead in its search for an executive director. The search is being led by Sam Pettway, Demeika Wheaton, and Patti Kish. The executive director will lead Atlanta Ballet’s administrative and business functions in alignment with the organization’s mission and values, while partnering closely with the artistic
When Search Fatigue Leads to Costly Hiring Mistakes
In executive search, the biggest hiring mistakes are not always caused by weak candidate pools or poor sourcing strategies. More often, breakdowns occur near the finish line, when prolonged interview cycles, competing stakeholder opinions, and mounting business pressures begin to wear down decision-making discipline. What starts as a rigorous evaluation process can gradually shift toward
Preng & Associates Recruits SVP of Government Services for American Bureau of Shipping
Houston-based Preng & Associates has placed Rear Admiral Ronald J. Rábago as senior vice president of government services at American Bureau of Shipping (ABS). “Admiral Rábago brings exceptional government and industry experience that will further enhance the support we provide to our government clients in the U.S. and around the world,” said John McDonald, ABS chairman and CEO. “His
McDermott + Bull Expands in Amsterdam
Irvine, CA-based McDermott + Bull has expanded in Amsterdam with the addition of Gerben van den Hout as managing director. “This strategic hire comes as McDermott + Bull continues to expand its executive search presence across Europe, further strengthening the firm’s ability to support organizations in identifying and placing high-impact leadership talent,” the firm said. “Gerben’s appointment represents an
The CHRO’s Leadership Imperative in the AI Era
As organizations accelerate their adoption of artificial intelligence, business leaders are increasingly recognizing that successful transformation depends as much on people and leadership as it does on technology itself. HR executives, in particular, are finding themselves at the center of conversations around workforce readiness, employee trust, skills development, and organizational change management. Industry observers note
Cluen Invites Executive Search Firms to Participate in Upcoming 2026 Technology Trends Survey
For more than three decades, Cluen has partnered with leading executive search firms around the world to understand how top-performing recruiters use technology to gain a competitive advantage. Each year, the company’s Top Trends in Executive Search Technology survey uncovers the strategies, priorities, and innovations shaping the future of the profession. How are executive search firms balancing the rapid adoption of AI
Lindauer Retained by C-SPAN for Chief Development Officer Search
Virtually every industry needs top-drawer chief development officers. CDOs play a key role in planning, coordinating, and administering capital campaigns, corporate giving, and galvanizing new donors while keeping previous funders content. Implementing funding strategies that “keep the lights on,” according to recruiters specializing in the function, is job No. 1. Lindauer has been retained by C-SPAN to
NPAG Seeking Executive Director for the California Youth Defender Center
Executive search firm NPAG has been selected by the California Youth Defender Center (CYDC) to lead in its search for a new executive director. This search is being led by Ellen LaPointe and Phuong Quach. This is a unique opportunity to lead a respected and influential organization at a pivotal moment, shaping the future of youth justice
Lochlin Partners Helps Fill Senior Position for Business Roundtable
Lochlin Partners has assisted in the recruitment of Stefani Jones as senior director of policy at Business Roundtable (BRT). Ms. Jones is an accomplished technology policy leader with deep expertise at the intersection of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and national security. Her experience spans the White House, the private sector, and senior federal policy roles. She
Why Executives Should Think Carefully Before Accepting Counteroffers
Few moments in an executive’s career carry as much complexity as the decision to resign from a leadership role and pursue a new opportunity. What often begins as a strategic career move can quickly become emotionally charged once a current employer responds with incentives aimed at reversing that decision. Recruiters and leadership advisors note that
Funk Associates Tapped by the University of North Florida to Lead Search for Eighth President
Funk Associates was recently retained by the University of North Florida (UNF) to lead a national search for its eighth president. Past president Moez Limayem stepped down from his position in early 2026. The presidential search committee, chaired by UNF board of trustees member Jack Boyle, plays a critical role in this process, focusing on
Acertitude Recruits CEO for PE-Backed Zep Inc.
Acertitude has placed Tim Feast as the new CEO of Zep Inc., a Truelink Capital portfolio company. The search was led by partner, Geoff Votta and principal, Rod Vaughan with support from Matthew Marasco and Maryanne Santospirito. Mr. Feast steps into the role with a mandate to accelerate growth, sharpen execution, and lead Zep into its
SearchWide Global Seeking CEO for Visit California
SearchWide Global is currently seeking a new CEO for Visit California. The assignment is being led by Mike Gamble, chairman, CEO, and co-founder of SearchWide. Visit California is seeking a collaborative, visionary, and politically astute leader to serve as the next CEO. As the organization’s chief strategist, brand steward, and operational head, the CEO works
Intersearch Worldwide Elects Chairwoman and New Board Members
InterSearch Worldwide, a global alliance of executive search companies, has announce the newly elected board following and the appointment of Vanessa Delacourt as chairwoman, marking an exciting new chapter and reinforcing the organization’s commitment to innovation and sustainable growth. The board has welcomed: Leslie Cooper A. (Chile); Vanessa Delacourt (Benelux); Frank Schelstraete (Belgium); Henri Vidalinc
The Platform Shift Reshaping Human Capital M&A
Hunt Scanlon Ventures’ 2026 Human Capital Markets Update: Q1 M&A Report points to a market undergoing rapid institutionalization. Human capital M&A is no longer centered around standalone recruiting firms or opportunistic acquisitions. Instead, buyers are consolidating around integrated platforms that combine executive search, leadership advisory, workforce analytics, succession planning, and AI-enabled infrastructure. The shift reflects a broader
WittKieffer Recruits 22nd President for the University of Tulsa
Oak Brook, IL-based WittKieffer has placed Stacy Leeds as the 22nd president of the University of Tulsa (UTulsa). Zachary Smith, Robin Mamlet, and Julia Bradley led the assignment. Ms. Leeds was selected following a competitive and comprehensive national search. Members of the search committee and full board were drawn to her unique portfolio of executive management, philanthropic success and unimpeachable academic credibility. “Stacy
SPMB Recruits CFO for AbsenceSoft
SPMB Executive Search has recruited Megan Wood as CFO of AbsenceSoft, a Denver, CO-based employee leave management and accommodations platform. Jon Landau and Laura Ayre led the assignment. “The market opportunity in front of AbsenceSoft is significant, and Megan brings the right financial and operational depth to meet it,” said Chris Murphy, CEO of AbsenceSoft. “Her proven track record at fast-growth, innovative companies on
AGB Search Helps Recruit 20th President for the University of Montana
Washington, D.C.-based recruitment firm AGB Search, which specializes in higher education leadership assignments, has assisted in the recruitment of Jeremiah Shinn as the 20th president of the University of Montana. His selection follows a national search that drew more than 70 accomplished applicants from across the country. Roderick McDavis, James H. McCormick and Janice S. Fitzgerald led the assignment. “Dr. Shinn’s on-campus visit
TurnkeyZRG Appoints Vice President
TurnkeyZRG has expanded with the addition of Sean Magee as vice president. “College and professional football are being reshaped in real time — by revenue sharing, NIL, the transfer portal, and unprecedented financial and operational complexity,” said Chad Chatlos, managing partner, ZRG Turnkey. “Sean lived inside that disruption as a senior operator. He understands what it
PitchBook Calls 2024 A Rebuilding Year for Global M&A
M&A deal activity rose five to 10 percent year-over-year in the first quarter, despite falling short of Q4 2023 totals, according to new data released by PitchBook. Deal multiples have remained stable, meanwhile – “a sign that the valuation reset may be complete, and have room to move higher to catch up with elevated prices of
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
HireVue Names CEO
Video interviewing provider HireVue has named founder and chief innovation officer, Mark Newman, to the role of CEO and David Bradford has been assigned executive chairman. As chairman, Mr. Bradford will continue to oversee HireVue’s financing, board of directors and shareholder relations. As CEO, Mr. Newman will continue to oversee corporate strategy and product innovation
Ultimate Software Posts 27 Percent Revenue Rise
Ultimate Software/(NASDAQ:ULTI), a provider of HR, payroll, and talent management solutions, has posted fourth quarter revenues of revenues of $92.2 million, an increase of 27 percent, compared to last year’s revenues. GAAP net income for the quarter was $6.3 million, or $0.22 per diluted share, versus GAAP net income of $2.0 million, or $0.07 per
Cook Associates Adds Managing Director in San Francisco
Chicago-based Cook Associates Executive Search has added Jennifer Floyd as a managing director. Based in San Francisco, Ms. Floyd will support Cook’s technology and private equity practices. She joins the firm following more than 12 years at Spencer Stuart, where most recently she was an executive recruiter in that firm’s technology, communications and private equity
Seven Step Recruiting Strengthens Staff
Seven Step Recruiting, a Boston-based provider of recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) services, has named Doug Lubin as director of business development. He will contribute to the continued expansion of Seven Step’s growth by building a business development strategy rooted in marketplace and competitive analysis, thought leadership, and intuitive buyer engagement. Prior to joining Seven Step,
Caldwell Partners Places VP Sales at NewComLink
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has placed Kevin Ferguson as vice president of sales at NewComLink. Mercedes Chatfield-Taylor, managing partner, venture capital practice, led the search. Mr. Ferguson formerly served as VP of sales – Eastern region U.S. – office of the CFO, Infor. NewComLink is a pioneer in retail credit technology
SnapHop Releases Mobile Recruiting Solution
SnapHop, a provider of enterprise mobile solutions, has announced the availability of RecruitingHop, a new mobile recruiting solution for recruiters, job boards, and companies seeking access to candidates who increasingly rely on smartphones and tablets for all their communication needs. RecruitingHop empowers companies to reach candidates quickly using their preferred communication channels. “Mobile is a
Koltin Consulting Group Adds to Recruiting Team
Koltin Consulting Group, a provider of management, marketing, and business consulting services to financial services firms, has added Sara King as director and Courtney Blum as a research associate in its recruiting business. Ms. King was previously a director with Quick Leonard Kieffer, a retained executive search firm specializing in the healthcare, academic, association, and
Spencer Stuart Taps CEO for YWCA Chicago
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has placed Dorri McWhorter as chief executive officer of YWCA Metropolitan Chicago's (YWCA). Ms. McWhorter, a partner at Crowe Horwath LLP, will assume the role of CEO effective March 1, 2013. The YWCA is the oldest women-focused social service agency in Chicago and provides mission critical support programs to more
CareerBuilder Launches Recruitment Performance Portal
CareerBuilder has launched its Recruitment Performance Portal, a free analytics tool for all clients that helps companies evaluate how the performance of their job ads compares with other companies vying for the same talent in the same locations. The portal, powered by data on more than 27 million applicant behaviors, tells companies how effective they
Kforce Posts Four Percent Revenue Gain
Kforce Inc./(NASDAQ:KFRC), a provider of professional staffing services and solutions, has posted revenues of $269.8 million for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2012, an increase of four percent from $259.3 million a year ago. The company reported net income of $8.6 million, or $0.24 per share, versus net income of $7.1 million, or $0.20
Heidrick & Struggles Adds Financial Services Partner
Executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has added Gregory Konstans as a partner within its financial services practice; he is based in the firm's Dallas office. Mr. Konstans is a 16-year veteran of the executive search industry, and his portfolio of experience includes stints with CTPartners and Russell Reynolds Associates. "The financial services industry
Ferguson Partners Spearheads CEO Search for Four Seasons
Global executive search firm Ferguson Partners Ltd. has been retained by Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. Current CEO, Kathleen Taylor, has announced she is leaving the company. Ferguson Partners is a global executive search firm that specializes in providing executive, director, and professional search
Cornerstone Teams with Appirio
Talent management software provider Cornerstone OnDemand Inc. has formed a strategic partnership with Appirio, a human capital management technology consultancy. Appirio will become a preferred service provider for Cornerstone’s cloud-based talent management solutions. The teaming of the two companies also allows Appirio to broaden its existing talent management solution. “Cloud, mobile and social technologies have
Jobvite Unveils New Recruiting Solution
Jobvite, a provider of next-generation recruitment solutions, has launched Jobvite Engage to provide a robust candidate relationship management solution by allowing recruiters to target job seekers by building lasting talent pools and focusing on candidates’ skill sets. “Our research continues to show that the most sought-after, highly skilled workers across industries such as healthcare, technology
Monster Posts 10 Percent Revenue Decline
Monster Worldwide, Inc./(NYSE:MWW) has posted revenues of $211.2 million for the fourth quarter, a 10 percent drop compared with $250 million in the comparable quarter last year. The company reported a net loss of $73 million, or 66 cents per share, in the fourth quarter, compared with a profit of $10.9 million, or nine cents
Raines International Places Chief HR Officer at Trinity Services Group
New York City-based Raines International Inc. has placed Khadeeja Morse as the new chief human resources officer at Trinity Services Group, Inc. Ms. Morse previously served as senior vice president of human resources at Health Care Navigator. With 41 years of service Trinity Services Group is a leader in essential support services for secure facilities.
Boyden Outlook Report Points to Hiring Uptick
An expansion of management ranks is expected to result in an overall uptick in talent acquisition, thanks to economic stability in the U.S. and growth projections in key developing markets including Latin America, Africa and Southeast Asia, according to the quarterly Boyden Executive Outlook. “Overall, CEOs and decision makers are preparing to increase hiring of
Empower Software Solutions Adds Former Ceridian Sales Executive
Empower Software Solutions, Inc., a provider of human resource management and business process outsourcing services to businesses and government entities, has added Haden Riddick to the position of vice president of sales – human capital management. Mr. Riddick will guide sales activities related to EmpowerHR/Pay, an HR and payroll platform, EmpowerTime, a core time and
Russell Reynolds Associates Launches Digital Transformation Practice
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has launched a digital transformation practice with dedicated resources in each of the following areas: digital board directors; digital functional leaders; horizontal specialty areas; and industry-specific digital leaders. "In every sector, digital innovation is rewriting the rules of business. Leaders across all industries are recognizing that
Polachi Promotes Managing Partner
Polachi Inc., a provider of access executive search services to technology, clean technology, private equity and venture capital companies, has promoted partner Sean Carroll to managing partner and a member of the executive committee. In his expanded role, Mr. Carroll will act as a key influencer in the operational and strategic decisions of Polachi in
ChampionScott Partners Fills CIO Position For ITT Educational Services
Executive search firm ChampionScott Partners has placed Todd Coombes as executive vice president and chief information officer at ITT Educational Services Inc. Mr. Coombes joins ITT ESI from CNO Financial Group, where he served as CIO and CTO since 2005. ITT Educational Services provides accredited, technology-oriented undergraduate and graduate degree programs through its ITT Technical
Dice Posts 11 Percent Revenue Gain
Dice Holdings, Inc./(NYSE:DHX), a career website for technology and engineering professionals, has recorded revenues of $52.7 million, an increase of 11 percent from $47.4 million in the comparable quarter of 2011. Excluding the acquisition of Slashdot, SourceForge and Freecode (now collectively known as Slashdot Media), revenues were $48.1 million in the fourth quarter. Revenues for
RSR Partners Adds Managing Director in L.A.
RSR Partners, a corporate governance and executive search firm, has added Andrew W. Knox as managing director in its Los Angeles office. With more than 30 years of experience in the executive recruiting profession, in both the U.S. and Asia, Mr. Knox has worked across various industry sectors, geographic markets, and functional disciplines, including financial
Korn Ferry Adds Global Consumer Practice Partner
Korn/Ferry International has added Andrew B. Lipsher as a senior client partner in the global consumer practice with a focus on global media convergence, technology, media and entertainment, digital media and consumer internet. He will be based in Korn/Ferry's New York City office. Mr. Lipsher joins Korn/Ferry from Clear Channel Media Holdings, where he was
Allen Austin Completes CFO Search for Houston Chronicle
Allen Austin Global Executive Search has recruited Michael A. Rutledge to serve as chief financial officer at the Houston Chronicle for Hearst Newspapers. As a CPA with 20 years of experience in the finance field, Mr. Rutledge joins the Houston Chronicle most recently from Cantel Medical Corporation, in Houston. Since March 4, 1887, Hearst has
eVerge Group Manes Head of Taleo Consulting Practice
eVerge Group has announced that Mike Webster has joined the company as senior director, Taleo Applications, to head its Taleo consulting practice. Mr. Webster brings more than 16 years of HR recruiting, education and talent acquisition experience with Fortune 500 companies such as Cummins, PETCO, Blockbuster, TIAA-Cref and Accenture. In his new role, he will
ZRG Partners Posts 26 Percent Revenue Gain
ZRG Partners Inc., a global provider of executive search and talent management solutions, has reported 2012 revenues were up 26 percent compared to 2011. Driving the growth was ZRG’s strategic decision to expand the firm’s European footprint through the opening of new offices in Switzerland, Germany and the Netherlands. In 2012, the company completed searches
Retail Search Firm G2exec Strengthens Staff
G2exec, a mid-tier retail search firm and part of the Barracuda Group, has added Sarah Rees to its staff. Ms. Rees has over 10 years’ experience in international executive search and previously ran a specialized European boutique consultancy in Paris. Recently she returned to the U.K. to lead the European talent acquisition team for the
Dillistone Selected by RSA
Dillistone Systems, a global supplier of software for executive recruiters, has announced that its FILEFINDER has been implemented by global life sciences executive search and interim management firm RSA. RSA has implemented the FileFinder 10 system for users spread between offices in the U.K., mainland Europe, the United States and Asia. The client has also
Harris Search Fills CFO Post for Nidec Minster Corp.
Dublin, Ohio-based Dublin, Ohio-based Harris Search Associates has placed Ronald Arling as vice president of finance and chief financial officer at Nidec Minster Corporation. Mr. Arling previously served as controller and chief accounting officer at NewPage Corporation. Established in 1896 in Minster Ohio, Nidec Minster is a world leader in the production of material forming
