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Academic Search Retained by Henry Ford College to Find Next President
Education-focused executive recruitment firm Academic Search has been tapped by Henry Ford College (HFC) to lead in its search for a new president. Russ Kavalhuna left the school last year to become the president of Western Michigan University. Shirley Robinson Pippins and Richard Cummins are leading the assignment. Candidates will have a career that reflects the following
Brettschneider Executive Search Seeking Executive Director for the Carter Burden Network
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search was recently retained by the Carter Burden Network (CBN) to lead in its search for a new executive director. The firm seeks a collaborative, experienced and innovative executive director to advance the organization as it tackles the increasing needs of a growing client population. The executive director will drive
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.
BoardWalk Consulting Leading Chief Philanthropy Officer Search for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul
BoardWalk Consulting was recently selected by the Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SVdP) to lead in its search for a chief philanthropy officer. The search is being led by Terri Kohan and Patti Kish. Philanthropy is central to that ambition. SVdP USA’s leadership aims to grow national fundraising substantially over the next three to
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?
Bespoke Partners Launches AI Leadership Benchmarks for PE-Backed Software and SaaS
Bespoke Partners has released its AI Leadership Benchmarking Guide for measuring AI deployment progress in software and SaaS company leadership for the private equity industry. “Panic drove the SaaSpocalypse fear that AI will kill software, but the transformation of software and SaaS using AI has been under way for years,” said Eric Walczykowski, CEO of
Search Leaders Have Mastered Prompting. Now They Want AI that Works for Them
As artificial intelligence becomes more deeply embedded in executive search, firms are moving beyond basic adoption to determine how the technology can deliver measurable business value. The focus is increasingly shifting toward improving productivity, strengthening client relationships, and giving recruiters more time to concentrate on high-value activities. But realizing those benefits will require more than
TurnkeyZRG Leading Athletic Director Search for the University of Michigan
The University of Michigan is launching a national search for its next athletic director, with president-elect C. Cybele Raver leading the process in partnership with current president Domenico Grasso. The school has retained TurnkeyZRG to lead the assignment. The university is seeking a leader of unquestioned integrity who will take a fresh, comprehensive look at Michigan
Lock Search Group Leading Efforts to Recruit CEO for Atlas Sign & Awning
Toronto-headquartered executive recruitment firm Lock Search Group was retained by Atlas Sign & Awning to find its next CEO. Recruitment consultant, partner Cameron Lappin is leading the assignment. Reporting directly to the CEO of the holding company, the appointed CEO for Atlas Sign & Awning will provide strategic and operational leadership across all facets of the business,
Slayton Search Partners Grows Consumer Practice
Slayton Search Partners has expanded with the addition of Karen Ouchterloney as vice president and managing principal in the firm’s consumer practice. “We are pleased to welcome Karen to Slayton Search Partners,” said Richard Slayton, CEO and managing partner. “Her combination of firsthand operating experience with leading consumer brands and more than 13 years advising clients
TRANSEARCH Adds New Member Firm in Poland
Executive search consultants are seeing an increase in hiring mandates from around the world. To meet demand, they continue to develop new practices, hire new recruiters, and open new locations. Global recruiting consortiums, meanwhile, are taking advantage of a resurgence in certain geographic areas. TRANSEARCH International has added GP Executive as a member firm in
Consulting Partner Compensation Strengthens as AI and Private Equity Reshape the Market
The North American consulting market is showing signs of renewed strength, with improving revenue performance and resilient partner compensation. A new report from The Barton Partnership examines how compensation, ownership structures, and career expectations are evolving as consulting firms navigate shifting business models and growing private equity investment. The findings also point to mounting concerns
The Old Math Is Broken: Rethinking Growth, Headcount and Margins in the AI Era
The traditional growth model for executive search firms is undergoing a significant shift as artificial intelligence reshapes how recruiting businesses operate. For years, expansion meant adding more clients, mandates, recruiters, and overhead. Today, AI is creating opportunities to increase productivity, improve margins, and grow revenue without expanding headcount at the same pace. These advances are
Preng & Associates Recruits Chief Construction Officer for Pacifico Energy
Houston-based Preng & Associates has placed Ronald Hall as chief construction officer at Pacifico Energy, a global energy infrastructure developer specializing in power generation and customized energy solutions for commercial, industrial, and data center customers. The appointment comes at a pivotal time for Pacifico Energy as the company advances major power generation developments to meet
Potrero Group Currently Seeking Executive Director for The Pisgah Conservancy
San Francisco-based leadership consulting and search firm Potrero Group is currently leading the executive director search for The Pisgah Conservancy. Senior consultant Jena Kuznik is leading the assignment. The executive director serves as TPC’s chief executive and is the primary steward of its mission, culture, and long-term vision. This is an opportunity to lead a respected conservation organization
Charles Aris Appoints Senior Practice Leader
Greensboro, NC-based executive search firm Charles Aris Executive Search has expanded with the recent addition of Scott Kennedy as senior practice leader. He will lead CFO and senior finance executive searches for growth-oriented and sponsor-backed companies, with a particular focus on software, technology and TMT. Over more than a decade in executive search, Mr. Kennedy has worked on
Talent Alignment: Why Human Capital Must Be Central to Business Strategy
While growth is expected to strengthen a business, many organizations eventually reach a point where the opposite appears to be true. Decision-making slows, accountability becomes less defined, and initiatives begin to lose momentum. Leaders begin wondering whether they need different people, a recent report from Ascentria Search Partners explained. Sometimes they do, but not always. But
Isaacson, Miller Recruits 17th President for Virginia Tech
Boston-based Isaacson, Miller has assisted in the recruitment of Richard Linton as the 17th president of Virginia Tech. He succeeds Tim Sands, who announced his resignation in April. Greg Esposito and Julie Filizetti led the search with Kristen Andersen, Raul Bernal, Victoria Castillo, and Gabrielle Nayar. “Virginia Tech is poised to make a generational leap as a
NU Advisory Partners Recruits Chief Marketing Officer for Paula’s Choice
NU Advisory Partners has placed Sheila Shekar Pollak as chief marketing officer of Paula’s Choice. The search was led by Libby Naumes, Penina Remler, and Kelsey Kelly. Ms. Shekar Pollak brings more than 20 years of marketing and brand leadership experience across consumer, beauty, apparel, and outdoor brands. Most recently, she served as chief marketing officer
Modern Executive Solutions Names New Leader to Drive M1 Technology Community Expansion
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Joan Rohs as senior partner, M1 Technology Community. “We’re building an integrated network that connects exceptional leaders, brings together the right expertise, and helps prepare executives for a world being reshaped by AI,” said Mark Oppenheimer, CEO of Modern Executive Solutions. “Joan brings an extraordinary
StevenDouglas Expands HR Practice
StevenDouglas recently expanded with the addition of Brittney Molitor as a director, human resources search. “Brittney takes a highly consultative approach to search, focusing on both the capabilities required for a role and the cultural alignment needed for long-term success,” StevenDouglas said in a LinkedIn post. “She is passionate about building genuine relationships with clients
Insight Partners Launches Empower to Prepare CIOs for Board Roles
AI and software investor Insight Partners has launched Empower, a program that helps Global 2000 CIOs plan and prepare for board seats, startup advisory positions and other portfolio-career paths while they are still in their operating roles. Empower launches with 10 delivery partners, including Diligent, Heidrick & Struggles, Riviera Partners, and Global Mentors Group, and has
Brettschneider Executive Search Tapped by William Paterson University to Find Next Provost
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been retained by William Paterson University (WP) to lead in its search for a provost and senior vice president for academic affairs. Reporting to president Richard J. Helldobler, the provost will serve as chief academic officer and as a visible, collaborative partner to the president, cabinet, deans, and faculty governance bodies.
Klein Hersh Recruits President and CEO for Shenandoah Therapeutics
Klein Hersh, a search firm focused on the life sciences and healthcare industries, has placed Steve Worland as president, CEO and a member of the board of directors at Shenandoah Therapeutics. Co-founder and founding CEO Isabella Graef, has transitioned to chief scientific officer and will continue to lead Shenandoah’s scientific strategy. “I’m delighted to welcome
Harris Search Associates Seeking Research Leader for Texas A&M Semiconductor Institute
Harris Search Associates is currently seeking the inaugural director of research for Texas A&M Semiconductor Institute (TSI). Jeffrey Harris and Richard Skinner are leading the assignment. Working in close partnership with the TSI Director and other Institute leaders, the director of research serves as a catalyst to refine and evolve the TSI’s research strategy, focused on large-scale academic-industry-government private
BarkerGilmore Names Senior Director
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, recently expanded with the addition of Jesus Meraz as senior director. He brings a unique combination of leadership experience, legal training, and strategic business insight to the firm’s executive search practice. His career has been defined by helping organizations identify, attract, and develop
Revenge Quitting Creates New Challenges for Recruiters
You spend weeks helping a team find the right person. A few months later, that same role lands back on your desk because the employee has resigned. Now the position is urgent, the hiring manager wants a replacement right away, and the pressure is coming from every direction. When exits like this occur at particularly
Peña Search Seeking Chief Strategy Officer for Housing Forward
Peña Search was recently retained by Housing Forward to lead in its hunt for a chief strategy officer. Travis Hillier is leading the assignment. Reporting to the president and CEO, the chief strategy officer will serve as Housing Forward’s chief strategist and a member of the executive leadership team. The CSO will oversee the teams
Nexus Search Partners Recruits CEO for Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region
Nexus Search Partners, an executive search and advisory firm in Charlotte, NC, has assisted in the recruitment of Bryant Owens as the new CEO of Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region. He will succeed Laura Belcher, who has served the organization with distinction for more than 12 years. Owens will become the sixth CEO
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
Urgent Action Needed to Attract Talent in a Rapidly Changing World
Often the process of getting the right people employed into the right jobs at the right time to achieve operational objectives has lagged behind because the yearly budget process gets finalized too late. Today the pace of change in business, throughout the business year, has accelerated to such a speed that this approach severely affects
IIC Partners’ Frankfurt-Based Member Firm Ingeniam Adds New Partners
IIC Partners has announced that its Germany member firm ingeniam Executive Search & Human Capital Consulting GmbH & Co. KG, of Frankfurt, has appointed three new partners. Multilingual trained lawyer Susanna Tornyay joins with more than 20 years’ experience, including six in executive search. She will specialize in the financial services and legal sectors, with
Hudson Global Posts 16.3 Percent Revenue Decline
Hudson Global/(NASDAQ:HSON) has posted second quarter 2013 revenues of $171.4 million, a decrease of 16.3 percent from the second quarter of 2012. The company recorded a net loss of $5.8 million as compared with net income of $0.4 million in the same period last year. “In the second quarter, our business began to stabilize and
Berkshire Associates Partners with Workplace Answers
Berkshire Associates, a human resources consulting and technology firm that assists companies in building their ideal, balanced workforce, has partnered with Workplace Answers, a provider of interactive learning content and developer of learning management systems. For companies seeking to offer both individual and corporate-wide compliance training, this collaboration provides a library of interactive courses on
Koltin Consulting Group Fills Position for CohnReznick
Koltin Consulting Group, a provider of management, marketing, and business consulting services to financial services firms, has placed Stephen M. Wyss as a partner and leader of the retail and consumer products industry practice at CohnReznick in New York. Managing director Geremy Cepin and director Mitch Bassler completed the search. Mr. Wyss was formerly the
IRC Adds New Member Firm in Philippines
IRC Global Executive Search Partners (IRC) has added its new member firm, Corporate Executive Search (CESI)/ (IRC Philippines), continuing its growth in the Asia Pacific region. CESI works across four main sectors at both the C-level and mid-management range. Grace Abella-Zata, president of CESI, said: “We are strongest in FMCG, which is a vibrant sector
DavenportMajor Taps CFO for Sotera Wireless
DavenportMajor Executive Search has placed Mark Spring as chief financial officer for Sotera Wireless. Mr. Spring previously served as CFO ofVeracyte, Inc. Sotera Wireless is a San Diego-based medical device company dedicated to the development, marketing and sale of a new generation of comprehensive vital signs monitoring devices. DavenportMajor is an executive search firm which
Capital Analytics Changes Name to Vestrics; Broadens Service
Capital Analytics is broadening its service offering with SaaS-based analytics software and changing its name to Vestrics. The firm helps companies isolate and measure the impact of human capital investments. “Our new name, new brand, and the addition of a software product reflect a greater appreciation for who we are and what we have to
TheLadders Strengthens Technology Team
Online job matching service TheLadders.com has named Shankar Mishra as vice president of data science and analytics. Mr. Mishra will be responsible for leveraging TheLadders’ data from the firm’s more than six million members, along with machine-learning algorithms, to enhance job matches and recommendations, and develop insights-based strategies and new product features. He will be
Korn Ferry Adds to Life Sciences Practice
Korn/Ferry International has added Peter DeRobertis as a principal and member of the firm's life sciences practice. He will be based in Korn/Ferry’s Miami office, supporting clients in Florida, the Caribbean islands and Latin America including Central and South America. Mr. DeRobertis joins Korn/Ferry International after operating his own consulting business and prior to that
Boyden to Increase Presence in Australia and New Zealand
Boyden has announced plans to increase its presence in Australia and New Zealand to continue to meet client requirements in the region. Boyden’s alignment of the New Zealand and Australia offices under a single entity will be led by Michael Catlow, managing director of Boyden Australia and New Zealand. Penny Heron will continue to direct
ChampionScott Partners Fills VP Post for Computer Sciences Corp.
Executive search firm ChampionScott Partners has recruited Pierre Bruno as vice president and general manager, South and West Europe, for Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC). Mr. Bruno was most recently with Dell where he was vice president and general manager of EMEA enterprise solutions, infrastructure and services. For more than 50 years, CSC has developed smart,
Halogen Software and CPP Announce Partnership
Halogen Software and CPP, Inc., the Myers-Briggs company, have announced an exclusive reseller partnership to integrate CPP’s MBTI Complete into the Halogen Talent Management Suite. The organizations will be able to access their employees’ personality insights through a talent management suite and use this data to improve coaching, communication and collaboration across the organization and
Hasson Associates Names General Manager
Hasson Associates Recruitment has promoted Sarah Penny to the position of general manager. Ms Penny, who has been with Hasson Associates since the firm was established in 2008, will take over day-to-day management of the business as well as continuing her client work. Sinead Hasson, managing director of Hasson Associates, commented: “The research and insight
Pure Search Acquires Correlate Search U.K.
Pure Search, an international search and selection firm, has acquired Correlate Search U.K., a specialist financial markets headhunter. The acquisition marks the launch of a new division for Pure Search in the U.K. and is a continuation of the firm’s overall strategy to expand in relevant fields both in Europe and internationally. Chris Nelson, co-founder
Kincannon & Reed Grows European Food and Agribusiness Recruiting Practice
Kincannon & Reed has named Michael Whitney as a managing director based in England. Mr. Whitney joins Kincannon & Reed following a 20 year international career in senior executive and board-level positions in the agribusiness, food, and beverage sectors in the U.K., Central and Eastern Europe, and the Middle East. Most recently, he led engagements
Carmichael Fisher Adds Recruiter to London HQ
Executive search firm Carmichael Fisher has added Nadia Basheer to its European headquarters in London. Ms. Basheer comes from legal search firm Novus Lexus and is also an experienced lawyer. “Our focus of helping leading private practice firms to identify and attract outstanding talent has grown from strength to strength over the past six years,”
Park Brown Opens in Houston
Park Brown International, an oil and gas executive search and leadership consultancy, has opened a new office in Houston. With more than 15 years of experience in executive search and two decades working in Houston, Joy Brown Kirst has been appointed as managing partner of the Houston location and will take a lead role in
Dice Acquires the IT Job Board
Dice Holdings, Inc., a career website for technology and engineering professionals, has purchased the outstanding shares of Jobboard Enterprises Limited, the corporate entity of The IT Job Board. The U.K.-based company operates a network of tech career sites in the U.K., Germany, Belgium and Holland. The purchase price consists of initial cash consideration of £8
Clark Langdon to Lead Search for Avaya
Recruiting firm Clark Langdon Partners has been selected by Avaya Inc. to lead in its search for a new vice president of EMEA for global services. Avaya is a privately held global provider of business communications and collaboration systems. Clark Langdon, founded by Simon Clark, has more than 18 years experience in senior level executive
VMA Group Opens Office in Singapore
U.K.-headquartered recruitment consultancy VMA Group has opened an office in Singapore. Since VMA opened its Hong Kong office in 2011, the portfolio of Singapore-based clients at the firm has grown rapidly, providing the opportunity to establish a permanent office in Singapore. Christine Clinton, who will be based in the Singapore office, is a communications professional
Howard-Sloan Acquires Jonathan Roberts Associates
Executive recruiter Howard-Sloan Professional Search has acquired Jonathan Roberts Associates. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Howard-Sloan CEO, Mitchell Berger, said: “JRA brings nearly two decades of providing clients with unmatched professionals to the table. As Howard-Sloan continues to expand its technical staffing network and seek new opportunities, I have no doubt that
Coleman Lew & Associates Completes Search for UNC
Executive search firm Coleman Lew & Associates has placed Dr. John Jones as the new vice chancellor of student affairs at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. “It was a pleasure to work with Dr. Carter, Dr. Milewicz, and the UNCP search committee,” said Coleman Lew + Associates president, Ken Carrick. “Dr. Jones is
Workday Selected by Public Broadcaster WGBH Boston
Workday, Inc. has announced that WGBH Boston, a public broadcaster serving southern New England, has selected Workday’s full suite of enterprise cloud applications including Workday Human Capital Management, Workday Financial Management, Workday Payroll, Workday Time Tracking, Workday Grants Management, Workday Procurement, and Workday Expenses. “With Workday, WGBH will move from the limitations of multiple systems
HSZ Media to Release Two New Recruitment Studies
HSZ Media, LLC will release two new recruitment studies this fall – one examining competitive talent acquisition strategies in Asia and the other detailing the growing phenomenon of in-house recruiting. Recruiting in Asia: Competitive Strategies in China, Southeast Asia, Japan and Oceania will look at how companies are addressing current talent demands throughout Asia-Pacific, including
Kaye/Bassman Names Leader for Professional Services Practice
Kaye/Bassman International Corp. has appointed John McSpadden as practice leader for the organization’s professional services specialty practice as well as its private equity portfolio specialty practice. Mr. McSpadden comes to Kaye/Bassman from DHR International, where he served as executive vice president and managing director of the firm’s Dallas office. “I have known John for a
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
