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AGB Search Fills Senior Position for Western Colorado University
Washington, D.C.-based recruitment firm AGB Search, which specializes in higher education leadership assignments, has recently assisted Western Colorado University with the recruitment of Shelley Thompson as vice president of advancement and executive director of the WCU Foundation. Kimberly Templeton and Andrew Bowen led the assignment. “Shelley has extensive experience in the philanthropic sector, both in higher education and beyond,” Western president Brad Baca
Pyramind Expands Search Team
Falls Church, VA-based executive search firm Pyramind has expanded with the appointment of Victoria Geis as principal, complemented by assessment veteran Adam Smith, and research specialist Lane Crawford. “Pyramind connects visionary companies with executives who drive sustainable future growth, using a distinctive three-pronged assessment approach that examines candidates’ complete career trajectories, decision-making patterns, and leadership behaviors—looking beyond
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.
Charles Aris Launches Interim Search Business
Organizations are increasingly turning to flexible leadership solutions to navigate periods of change, execute strategic initiatives and drive value creation, especially in private equity. In response to this growing demand, Greensboro, NC-based executive search firm Charles Aris Executive Search has launched Charles Aris Interim Solutions, a new division dedicated to connecting organizations with experienced independent talent for interim
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?
Taurean Establishes Investment Search Practice
Taurean recently launched an investment search practice with the addition of Paige Ware as principal in Los Angeles. The practice serves private markets firms across asset classes. “We help these firms shape and build their capital raising and investor relations, origination, and deal teams, and place corporate development leaders into their portfolio companies,” Taurean said in a
The Chief Commercial Officer: Driving Private Equity Value Creation
As private equity firms place greater emphasis on organic growth, commercial leadership is taking on a more central role in value creation. The chief commercial officer (CCO) has become one of the most important post-acquisition hires for private equity sponsors, according to a recent report from Spencer Stuart’s Dave Vidor. As extended hold periods and
The Tolan Group Recruits CEO for U.S. Mobile Health Exams
The Tolan Group (TTG) has placed Eric Hepburn as CEO at U.S. Mobile Health Exams (USMHE) in Jacksonville, FL. He brings more than 30 years of experience in executive leadership, business operations, strategic growth, and organizational transformation. Mr. Hepburn’s appointment brings USMHE an experienced executive with a track record of strengthening business operations, developing scalable
Cooper Coleman Leading CFO Search for Jacksonville Zoological Society
Cooper Coleman LLC has been retained by Jacksonville Zoological Society, Inc. to conduct a national search for its next CFO. “Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens has an ambitious vision for its future, and its next CFO will help shape how those plans move forward,” said Johnny Cooper, founder and CEO of Cooper Coleman. “We’re looking for someone
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
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
Psychological Safety; The Bedrock of Organizational Culture
Research findings consistently reveal that a significant portion of the global workforce does not feel psychologically safe, leading to burnout, stress, and dissatisfaction, according to a report from TI Verbatim Consulting. In a 2023 study conducted by Workhuman, 48 percent of respondents reported experiencing burnout, 61 percent experienced elevated stress levels, and 32 percent felt
Pinstripe and Ochre House Join Forces
Pinstripe, Inc., a human resources and recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) company, has partnered with UK-based Ochre House to form an independent provider of global RPO and strategic talent management solutions. Financial investments from both leadership teams and leading technology-focused private equity firm, Accel-KKR, enabled the transaction. Pinstripe and Ochre House’s combined global presence includes 767
JDG Associates Fills Post for NBCOT
Executive search firm JDG Associates Ltd. has placed Allan Freedman as executive vice president at the National Board for Certification of Orthopaedic Technologists. For the past four years, Mr. Freedman has been the executive director of the Society of Fire Protection Engineers. JDG Associates has been serving the executive recruitment needs of Fortune 1000 corporations,
Boyden Adds to Washington, D.C. Office
Boyden has appointed Bill Hanbury as a principal in its Washington, D.C. office. Mr. Hanbury brings over 25 years of CEO experience in the association and hospitality sectors and will play a key role in recruiting for board, senior executive and functional leader roles. He is a sought after thought leader on national travel and
Dowd Associates Promotes Bates to EVP/Managing Director
Dowd Associates Executive Search has promoted Stephanie Bates to executive vice president and managing director. Firm president, Richard Dowd, said: “Steph has been an integral part of our growth and we are proud to promote her into the role of EVP, managing director. She joined the company in 2000 and quickly became a contributing member
CarterBaldwin Completes Search for Duke University
Atlanta-headquartered CarterBaldwin Executive Search has placed Dan Struble as associate dean for external relations at Duke University Divinity School. Mr. Struble joins the Divinity School from Montreat College, where he served as president for nine years. CarterBaldwin is a provider of retained executive search services in the healthcare, technology, non-profit, consumer services, industrial and media/telecom
Battalia Winston Acquires Norm Sanders Associates
Battalia Winston has acquired the executive search business of Norm Sanders Associates, a Fair Haven, New Jersey-based executive search firm specializing in the financial services and consulting industries. Walter J. McGuigan Jr., founder and managing director of Norm Sanders, joins Battalia Winston as a partner covering financial services, professional services, and technology. With more than
Signium Adds Shore Executive Search in Mexico
Mexico-based Shore Executive Search has joined the global network of Signium International — a group of global search firms. Founded in 1960, Shore Executive Search specializes in senior level executive searches, with a focus on finding board members, directors, vice presidents, CEOs and C-level talent. The firm has placed candidates within a wide array of
Krauthamer & Associates Completes Search for Walker & Dunlop
Executive search firm Krauthamer & Associates has placed William F. Wein as senior vice president and chief production officer of the capital markets department at Walker & Dunlop, Inc. Mr. Wein joins Walker & Dunlop from Marcus & Millichap Capital Corporation, where he managed loan originators in the eastern and central U.S. Walker & Dunlop
HealthcareSource Partners with NICHE
HealthcareSource, a provider of talent management solutions for the healthcare industry, has partnered with NICHE (Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders) to deliver e-learning content and webinars for the network of over 470 NICHE designated hospitals and health systems. The NICHE learning management system (LMS), known as the NICHE Knowledge Center, offers tools and resources
Jacobson Group Creates New Recruiting Service for Insurance Industry
As the insurance industry prepares for an impending talent shortage, recruiting firm The Jacobson Group has developed a new program to help clients develop their workforces. Jacobson’s new talent service offering provides insurers with young professionals and recent graduates with an expressed interest in the insurance industry for direct hire, temporary and temporary-to-hire positions. “With
Sanford Rose Associates Opens in Flower Mound, TX
The Sanford Rose Associates Executive Search Network has expanded its organization with the opening of Sanford Rose Associates – Flower Mound. R. Todd Mapes is president of Sanford Rose Associates – Flower Mound, an executive search firm specializing in sales opportunities exclusively in the consumer collections and contact center industries. “We are excited to add
Cook Associates Finds CEO for Data Intensity
Chicago-based Cook Associates Executive Search has placed Kirk Arnold as chief executive officer of Data Intensity. The search was led by Jeff Leopold, managing director, and Seth Harris, EVP and managing director. Most recently, Ms. Arnold served as EVP and COO at Avid, Inc. Headquartered in metro-Boston, Data Intensity is a provider of cloud services
Saba Builds New Learning Technology for Its Talent Management Platform
Saba, a provider of human capital management (HCM) solutions, has built patent-pending machine learning technology into its open, standards-based talent management platform. This innovation adds to the company’s advanced cloud platform that was announced this past March. In addition, the company has continued to enhance end user engagement and several other key features of its
Primerica Assigns Director
Primerica, Inc./(NYSE:PRI) has added Gary L. Crittenden to the company’s board of directors. Mr. Crittenden has been a managing partner of HGGC, a California-based middle market private equity firm, since July 2009 and the CEO of HGGC since April 2012. Primerica, headquartered in Duluth, GA, is a distributor of financial products to middle income households
Options Group Names New Executive Director
Global recruiting firm Options Group has named Tom Borgers as executive director based in its New York office. Mr. Borgers is focused on providing recruiting services for the financial industry with an emphasis in compliance, risk, regulatory and investigations. Additionally, he is an executive director in the firm’s consulting and other specialized services groups. Prior
Hulce Associates Places Accounting Officer at Prospect Mortgage
Executive search firm Hulce Associates has placed Maura Mizuguchi as chief accounting officer at Prospect Mortgage, the largest independent lender in the nation. Ms. Mizuguchi was most recently the corporate controller for Nantworks and earlier in her career was with GE Capital’s Mortgage Company. “Maura brings and excellent track record of leadership positions within the
Integrating Executives Into New Jobs Becoming More Complex
Basic onboarding processes are still not provided to most leaders assuming new roles, making transitioning a longer and less productive time for both employees and companies, according to a global study released by Egon Zehnder. More than 500 executives from around the world participated in the firm's 12th International Executive Panel (IEP), an annual global
Peoplefluent Appoints Chair of Its Learning and Leadership Advisory Board
Peoplefluent, a social human capital management technology company, has appointed James Irzyk as chair of its learning and leadership advisory board. With acquisitions of leading social, video and learning platforms within the last year, Peoplefluent is accelerating the commitment of its product agenda with advanced employee development, collaboration and engagement capabilities delivered through captivating and
Heidrick & Struggles CEO Steps Down; Stock Dives 16 Percent
L. Kevin Kelly has stepped down as chief executive officer of Heidrick & Struggles and resigned from the firm's board. The markets have responded with skepticism, driving down the stock 16 percent on the news. Jory Marino, regional leader, Americas, will serve as interim CEO while a search committee of the board considers both internal
Caldwell Partners Encouraged by Rising Booking Activity
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International posted 2013 third quarter revenues of $9.2 million, down one percent compared to the prior year. The firm's slight decline was attributable to its U.S. business, which was down seven percent in the third quarter and 10 percent through nine months. "Although revenues were relatively flat year-over-year, we
MSA Executive Search Retained by Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital
MSA Executive Search has been selected by Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital to lead in its search for a new regional chief financial officer. The search is being led by Roger Samuel, MSA vice president. Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital is located in Laurium, Michigan. As an integrated healthcare strategies firm, MSA offers clients a range of leadership placement
Kilpatrick Opens in Bangladesh
Kilpatrick has opened a new office in Dhaka Bangladesh. It will be the first global executive search firm to reside in Bangladesh. Kilpatrick was founded in 1997 to provide leadership to its clients in both emerging and mature markets.
Tyler & Company Grows Atlanta Office
Executive search firm Tyler & Company has appointed Kenneth C. Kunze, MD, as a new vice president at the firm. Dr. Kunze will be based out of the Atlanta office where he chairs the firm's physician leadership practice. He offers nearly 30 years of experience in the field and brings a physician leader’s mindset and
HRsoft Partners with PreCheck
Talent management software provider HRsoft and healthcare-exclusive background screening firm PreCheck have formed a strategic partnership to streamline the recruiting and hiring process for healthcare employers. Hospitals and other healthcare employers will now have an automated recruiting software solution fully integrated with their employee background screening services as a result of this new partnership. “The
Morgan Samuels Finds New CEO for RBZ
Morgan Samuels, an L.A.-based human capital consulting firm, has placed John Schweisberger as chief executive officer of RBZ. Mr. Schweisberger has 30 years of experience in consulting and had most recently been with Computer Sciences Corporation since 2002, serving as managing partner of global business solutions since 2011. RBZ is a public accounting firm that
Kronos Selected by Celadon Group
Celadon Group, Inc., a provider of long-haul and regional full-truckload freight service with operations in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, has chosen workforce management solutions from Kronos Incorporated to increase efficiencies and control costs. Celadon Group will use the Kronos time and attendance, HR and payroll, absence management, and hiring applications. Malysa O’Connor, director, services
Hiring to Remain Steady for Rest of 2013
U.S. workers can expect a stable employment environment over the next six months along with an upswing in temporary jobs, according to CareerBuilder's latest national survey. Employers indicated that full-time, permanent hiring in the second half of 2013 will mirror that of 2012 while temporary and contract hiring is expected to increase 10 percentage points
Amrop Adds to Its Global Board
Global executive search firm Amrop has elected Jimmy Chen, managing partner of Amrop China, to its global executive board. “We are delighted that Jimmy has joined our board. He brings a wealth of experience to the table, both within China and globally, as well as the insights that come from running a strong business. He
Lumesse Adds HCM Veteran to Staff
Lumesse, a global leader in integrated talent management solutions, has named Neal Bruce as director of product strategy. He will be based at Lumesse’s global headquarters in the U.K. and will lead a newly formed product management and marketing group. Mr. Bruce has a successful track record in delivering innovation in the HCM software industry
Greenwich Harbor Partners Fills Post for Dial Global
Greenwich Harbor Partners has placed Ron Furman as chief revenue officer at Dial Global. Mr. Furman led the go-to-market strategies at Insignia across integrated television, digital, mobile, technology, social, event, live-game, and activation platforms for multiple content properties, including The Pro Football Hall of Fame, The NFL Alumni Association, various NFL teams and emerging leagues.
Kaye/Bassman Expands Construction & Real Estate Practice
Kaye/Bassman International Corp. has added Stewart Currie as a senior search consultant in the firm’s construction & real estate practice. Mr. Currie brings to Kaye/Bassman a track record in executive search spanning 23 years leading both his own and other nationally recognized executive search firms. He will be based in Orlando and responsible for expanding
