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SPMB Recruits CEO for AbsenceSoft
Bianca Moreno and Rosalie Lovy of SPMB Executive Search have assisted in the recruitment of Jess Keeney as the new CEO of AbsenceSoft in Golden, CO. “We’re thrilled to partner with AbsenceSoft once again following our placement of CFO Keith McLamb earlier this year,” SPMB said in a LinkedIn post. “Cheers to the entire team and Luminate Capital on this exciting new
EMA Partners Makes Leadership Changes Across India and Singapore
EMA Partners, a global partnership of executive search professionals, has announced leadership changes across its consumer, pharma & life sciences, retail & professional services sectors across India and Singapore. “Each of our colleagues have spent considerable time in the industry and bring with them an in-depth understanding of key markets and clients and continue to grow
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
Creating a Positive Corporate Culture for Employee Engagement
Corporate culture, when nurtured properly, creates a workforce that is not only dedicated but also emotionally and intellectually committed to the organization’s goals. This exploration delves into effective strategies for nurturing a resilient and vibrant organizational culture, according to a recent report from EMA Partners’ Chris Hardy. “Additionally, it addresses the critical challenge of rejuvenating
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
Spencer Ogden Opens in Dubai
Recruiting firm Spencer Ogden has opened a new office in Dubai. The office is led by country manager Jaimie Cork, who has been operating in Dubai since 2008 and has a seven year track record in the industry. He previously served as an associate director at Eximius Group. While the primary focus of the Dubai
