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Russell Reynolds Associates Appoints Chief Technology and Data Officer
Global leadership advisory firm Russell Reynolds Associates has named Harpreet Khurana as chief technology and data officer. In his expanded role, Mr. Khurana will lead a unified technology organization that combines the firm’s information systems, digital and data, and AI efforts, reporting directly to CEO Constantine Alexandrakis. Recent studies show that 44 percent of workers will need
The Barton Partnership Expands Professional Services Practice
The Barton Partnership, a U.K.-based executive search firm, has expanded with the addition of Jane Harley as director within its professional services practice. Based in London, Ms. Harley will play a key role in strengthening The Barton Partnership’s professional services business, partnering with consulting and advisory firms to deliver senior-level talent solutions that support growth
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.
NPAG Appoints Senior Advisor
Executive search firm NPAG has appointed André Blackman as senior advisor. In this new role, he will build and lead a practice focused on mission-driven innovation — connecting dynamic leadership talent and the development resources to keep that talent in seat, to founders and organizations solving problems that matter. “André brings a rare combination of strategic insight, storytelling
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?
Sheffield Haworth Adds Private Equity & Growth Venture Portfolio Assets Veteran
Global leadership advisory and executive search firm Sheffield Haworth has expanded with the addition of Michael McDonnell as managing director, private equity and growth venture portfolio assets. He is based in the New York office and works within the technology sector practice. “We are thrilled to welcome Michael to the team,” said Paul Gillespie, managing director of the
Leadership Needs Shift in a Changing Federal Market
Executive search across the federal contracting, government services, defense, and technology sectors is entering a new phase as companies look for more sophisticated ways to evaluate leadership beyond résumés, references, and past performance. In markets where specialized experience, relationships, and an understanding of complex government customers can be critical, the challenge is not simply identifying
Private Equity Rollup Wave Reshapes Executive Search
What may once have looked like a series of isolated transactions is increasingly taking on the shape of a broader industry shift. As capital moves into the sector and firms rethink where they have true competitive strength, the pattern is becoming harder to ignore. “A year ago, I would have called this a prediction, today,
HARTZ Search Seeking Chief Revenue Officer for Geisinger
Charlotte, NC-based HARTZ Search was recently retained by Geisinger to lead in its search for a chief revenue officer. This executive will direct, manage, and implement programs to ensure efficient revenue management operations and sufficient cash flow to support Geisinger operations and strategic initiatives. The role is responsible for identifying, analyzing, reducing, and resolving revenue management issues
Kincannon & Reed Places Executive Director for the Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association
Kincannon & Reed (K&R), which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has assisted in the recruitment of Patrick Carney as the new executive director of the Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association. Dave Smith stepped down from his executive role after leading the association for more than 30 years. “Patrick pairs dairy industry knowledge with
Noto Group Expands Global Consumer Practice
Portland, OR-headquartered executive search firm Noto Group has expanded with the additions of Kirsty Schofield and Cody Johns as senior partners in its global consumer practice. “Cody and Kirsty bring highly complementary experience, deep consumer sector expertise, and a genuine connection to how we work,” said Sara Spirko, managing partner of Noto Group. “Both understand that finding
millionways Brings a New Behavioral Intelligence Lever to Executive Recruiters
Hunt Scanlon Ventures this week completed its investment in millionways, a New York-headquartered company that builds a behavioral intelligence layer of AI for human agent workforces, utilizing a proprietary Large Psychology Model called Thorsten-4. The platform focuses on understanding human signals, motives, and behavior patterns, with applications used across AI governance, executive hiring, talent management,
AI Governance Jobs Platform Builds Early Momentum Through Privacy-First Model
AI-Governance-Jobs.com, operated by GRC Careers LLC and led by founder and CEO F. Jay Hall, has built its model combining specialized career content, organic search visibility, and privacy-focused architecture. The company’s latest executive summary reports 134,499 organic impressions over a recent 28-day period, achieved roughly three months after launch — without advertising. As demand grows
Blue Rock Human Capital Assists Linfield University with the Recruitment of Dean of the School of Business
Blue Rock Human Capital has helped to recruit Isaac Wanasika as the new dean of the School of Business at Linfield University. “Blue Rock Human Capital was pleased to work with Linfield University to identify their new dean of the School of Business,” said Jacquelyn Elliot, president and COO of Blue Rock Human Capital. “Today’s higher
CIO Partners Leading Cybersecurity Search for Flexsteel Industries
CIO Partners was recently retained by Flexsteel Industries in Dubuque, IA, to lead in its search for director of cybersecurity. This role partners closely with IT, executive leadership, legal, compliance, operations, and external security partners to reduce cyber risk, strengthen business resilience, and ensure the organization is prepared to prevent, detect, respond to, and recover
Pacific International Launches Leadership Coaching and Onboarding Service
London-headquartered executive search firm Pacific International Executive Search has launched its new leadership coaching & onboarding service. This will support senior leaders through the highest-stakes moments of their careers. “The first months in a new leadership role, a step-change in scope, the pressures of C-suite leadership – these are just a few examples where an experienced coach can turn potential into value faster
Leveraging AI to Drive Business Development in Executive Search
AI is beginning to reshape how executive search firms approach business development, moving the process beyond traditional account lists and periodic outreach toward more continuous market intelligence. By helping recruiters identify meaningful changes across companies, leadership teams, and professional networks, AI is creating new opportunities to engage clients with greater relevance and better timing. The
Korn Ferry Retained by Convergence for CEO Search
Korn Ferry has been retained by Convergence to lead in its search for a new CEO. Joan Larrea will retire as CEO in early 2027 after more than a decade of leadership. Since inception, Ms. Larrea has led the organization through a decade of significant growth, helping establish Convergence as the world’s leading authority on
St. Olaf College Taps Brettschneider Executive Search for Chief Information Officer Search
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been selected by St. Olaf College to lead in its search for chief information officer. St. Olaf seeks a values-forward, innovative CIO. The next CIO of St. Olaf College will serve as a trusted advisor to the provost, president, and president’s leadership team on the role of information and library resources
Boyden Seeking CEO for Creative BC
Boyden has been retained by Creative BC in Vancouver, British Columbia to lead in its search for a new CEO. Reporting to the board of directors, the CEO will provide strategic and operational leadership to an organization that sits at the center of British Columbia’s creative economy. The CEO will lead the execution of Creative BC’s mandate
Signium Expands in Belgium
Executive search consortium Signium has expanded with the addition of Valérie Schmitt to its Belgium team as leadership consulting partner. “She will support executive leaders and teams at pivotal moments, helping them navigate change and succeed in complex environments,” Signium said. “Drawing on more than 25 years in senior corporate roles, Valérie brings first-hand experience of the challenges
How AI Is Reshaping Executive Assessment and Leadership Development
As organizations look for better ways to evaluate leadership potential, attention is shifting beyond experience and credentials toward how executives actually think, communicate, make decisions, and respond under pressure. AI is creating new ways to analyze those behaviors at scale, giving executive search firms and their clients additional evidence when assessing qualities such as judgment,
Caldwell Assists the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority with the Recruitment of President for the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project
Toronto-based Caldwell has assisted the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority with the recruitment of Cheryl Nelms as president of the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project. Her appointment follows a competitive international executive recruitment process. The search was led by Drew Railton, Lucy Antrobus, and Vicky O’Connor. “With more than 25 years of experience delivering complex infrastructure projects across Canada, Cheryl brings
TOC Arts Partners Fills Key Position for Film at Lincoln Center
New York City-based TOC Arts Partners has helped to recruit Trent Anderson as vice president of development of Film at Lincoln Center (FLC). This follows an extensive national search led by senior strategist, Brenna Thomas. “Throughout the search process, Trent distinguished himself with his strategic vision, fundraising expertise, and thoughtful leadership,” said Daniel Battsek, president of Film
True Launches Forensic Referencing Offering
Global executive talent platform True has launched True Forensic Referencing, a new executive intelligence capability designed to help investors, boards, and executive teams make more informed leadership decisions before high-stakes investments, new business relationships, and governance milestones. The firm named Christopher Jaros as partner to build and lead the offering. This expands True’s executive intelligence platform, complementing the firm’s executive
Long Ridge Partners Appoints Director
New York City-based Long Ridge Partners has named Chrissie Shin as director. “Please join us in congratulating Chrissie Shin on her promotion to director,” Long Ridge Partners said in a LinkedIn post. “Chrissie’s expertise, dedication, and leadership have made her an invaluable member of the Long Ridge team. This well-earned promotion reflects the impact she’s made across
Navigating the Search for Tomorrow’s HBCU Leaders
Leadership searches at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) are becoming increasingly complex as boards weigh institutional legacy against rapidly changing demands on presidents. Executive search firms are being asked to identify candidates who can balance mission, financial stewardship, fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and long-term strategy while navigating a more uncertain higher education environment. For HBCUs,
Egon Zehnder Called in by CAAT Pension Plan for CEO Search
Leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder has been selected by the board of trustees of CAAT Pension Plan to lead in its search for its next chief executive officer. This follows the departure of longtime CEO and plan manager Derek Dobson, who recently resigned. The search will focus on leaders who can combine strategic vision with operational discipline,
The National Airlines Council of Canada Retains Odgers to Lead Search for CEO
Odgers was recently retained by the National Airlines Council of Canada (NACC) to lead in its search for a new president and CEO. Jeff Morrison has informed the board of his intention to retire. He will continue to lead the association until a successor is appointed to ensure a seamless transition of leadership. To support the
PierceGray Expands Staff with New Vice President
PierceGray has expanded with the addition of Kara Hennessey as vice president in the firm’s finance practice. She will be based in the New York office. “PierceGray is excited to welcome Kara Hennessey to the team as our newest vice president,” the firm said in a LinkedIn post. “Kara brings almost 10 years of executive search
A Candidate Placed; One Year Into the Job
The Energists is a boutique executive search firm focused on the energy sector. Its client list is diverse across the energy industry, geographies, and business scenarios. A boutique, high integrity firm established in 1979, The Energists operates exclusively within the energy industry. Its staff comprises accomplished industry professionals and leaders, each with their own area
Kronos and SuccessFactors Join Forces
Kronos Incorporated and SuccessFactors, a provider of on-demand employee performance and talent management solutions, have joined forces. The partnership will help deliver on integrated workforce management, human resources, payroll, and talent management offerings in the cloud. “SuccessFactors offers an end-to-end portfolio, from recruit to retire, integrating recruiting, learning, goals, performance management, compensation and analytics with
L3S Partnership Adds Managing Partner
Paris-based L3S Partnership has added Hugues Petit as a new managing partner and associate director. Mr. Petit was previously a senior partner at Euromedica specializing in the life sciences sector. Prior to that, he was a senior partner at InterSearch. L3S Partnership is a global consulting firm focused of human resources and executive search specializing
Heidrick & Struggles to Lead CFO Search for Sterling Construction Company
Executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has been selected by Sterling Construction Company, Inc. to lead in its search for a new chief financial officer. Elizabeth D. Brumley, the company’s current EVP, CFO, treasurer, controller and chief accounting officer has resigned to pursue other professional opportunities. Sterling is a heavy civil construction company that
Insperity Launches Recruiting Management Solution
Insperity, Inc., a provider of human resources and business performance solutions, has launched Insperity Automated Recruitment Management Solution powered by BrightMove, an employee recruitment software firm. The software solution gives companies access to advanced Web-based search and social networking tools, easy-to-use career portals and fully integrated candidate screening tools to discover the best talent available.
Kincannon & Reed Names Managing Director
Kincannon & Reed has appointed Dr. Heiri Gugger as managing director of the firm's new office in Research Triangle Park, NC. The firm will support North Carolina's agribusiness and biotechnology sectors both locally and globally. Dr. Gugger brings a broad spectrum of executive experience across the global life science and industrial sectors. As CEO, he
Recruiting Industry Sees Seven Percent Rise in New Searches Started
The first quarter of 2013 saw a seven percent quarter-on-quarter rise in the number of new executive searches started and a two percent increase in worldwide search industry revenues, according to a report released by the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC). North America held the greatest share of regional executive search activity in the
Russell Reynolds Associates Adds to San Francisco and Palo Alto Offices
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has made two additions to its West Coast operations: to the San Francisco office Sofie Qiao has been named as executive director of the healthcare sector, and Max Zuckerman has been named as associate in the technology sector based in Palo Alto. Ms. Qiao joins the
Morgan Samuels Appoints VP of Client Services
Morgan Samuels, an L.A.-based human capital consulting firm, has named Marie Martini as vice president of client services. Since 2007, Ms. Martini served as the executive director of executive recruiting of the United Services Automobile Association (USAA). Prior to this role, she was a senior talent acquisition partner at The Coca-Cola Company. "We're excited to
Spencer Stuart Assists AmCham Shanghai in its Search for a New President
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has assisted The American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai (AmCham Shanghai) in hiring Kenneth Jarrett to serve as the Chamber's new president. Mr. Jarrett joins the Chamber from APCO Worldwide, a Washington, D.C.-based public affairs consultancy, where he served as chairman for Greater China for the past five years. The
Heidrick & Struggles Posts Mixed Results
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International/(NASDAQ:HSII) has posted consolidated net revenue of $103 million in the first quarter, down 3.3 percent from $106.5 million a year ago. The revenue decline was primarily driven by an $8.1 million decline in Europe, partially offset by $5.6 million of revenue from Senn Delaney, which the company
Caldwell Partners Adds New Partner to Calgary Office
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has added Sean McLean as partner in its Calgary office. This addition strengthens the firm’s all important capabilities in the oil and gas sectors. Mr. McLean joins Caldwell Partners from Conroy Ross Partners Ltd, where he led the executive search practice in Calgary, Edmonton and Regina. "We
Ferneborg Group Finds CEO for CHP 11-99 Foundation
Executive search firm The Ferneborg Group has placed Stephen W. Harrington as the new executive director and chief executive officer for The California Highway Patrol 11-99 Foundation. Mr. Harrington most recently served St. Margaret Episcopal School as executive director of advancement. Visionary civic leader Bob Weinberg founded The California Highway Patrol 11-99 Foundation in 1982
DirectEmployers Partners with Jobipedia.org
DirectEmployers Association has partnered with jobipedia.org, a website that provides an online job portal in addition to personal, free and timely answers about job searches and the workplace directly from active company recruiters. Members of HR Policy Association, representing over 340 chief human resource officers of America’s largest companies, created Jobipedia.org. HR Policy Association members
Nosal Partners Founder Convicted of Stealing Trade Secrets
Executive recruiter David Nosal, 55, founding chairman and CEO of San Francisco-based Nosal Partners LLC, has been convicted of all charges in a six-count indictment by a federal jury that found that Mr. Nosal conspired to gain unauthorized access to the computer system of his former employer, Korn/Ferry International, and to illegally obtaining its trade
CTPartners Posts 10 Percent Q1 Revenue Decline
CTPartners Executive Search Inc./(NYSE:CTP) posted first quarter revenues of $29.2 million, a 10 percent drop from $32.4 million in the prior year’s first quarter. North American revenue decreased 13.4 percent to $17.4 million; EMEA was essentially flat at $6.7 million; Asia Pacific revenue dipped by a third, to $1.7 million compared to $2.6 million in
Careerminds Announces New Leadership Structure
Careerminds, a virtual outplacement firm, has announced a new leadership structure to oversee the company’s growth. Sabrina Basht, who has been with the company since 2011, has been appointed CEO. The current CEO and founder, Raymond Lee, will serve as chief product officer and expand his focus on ensuring that Careerminds continues to provide a
PeopleAnswers Selected by HoneyBaked
PeopleAnswers has inked a software licensing agreement with The Original HoneyBaked Ham Company of Georgia to use the PeopleAnswers HR-focused business solution in transforming the retailer’s recruiting process while increasing employee retention and performance in its 111 company-owned stores. By using PeopleAnswers, HoneyBaked is evolving its talent recruitment process from a paper-based model into a
Employer Flexible Acquires Channel Dynamix
Employer Flexible, a Houston-based HR, recruitment and IT solutions provider, has acquired integrated technology solutions company Channel Dynamix (CDX). Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. The acquisition expands Employer Flexible's portfolio of service offerings by adding in-depth, proven tools that maximize business data: business analysis tools, interactive websites, and managed IT services. Known
Simply Hired Fills Top Marketing Post
Simply Hired, a search engine for jobs and recruitment advertising network, has named Kristy Stromberg as senior vice president of marketing. Ms. Stromberg is a 20-year technology marketing veteran with deep experience in global brand development, product strategy and customer acquisition for consumer and business audiences. She joins Simply Hired from Intuit, where she drove
Lochlin Partners Appoints New Managing Partner
Boutique executive search firm Lochlin Partners added Patrick Friel as a managing partner. He brings 20 years of broad market leadership and experience in the areas of technology and services, government, and not-for-profit. Previously, he was managing partner of Heidrick & Struggles’ Washington office, where he was a key member of the firm’s North American
DHR Grows European Industrial Practice
DHR International has expanded its European industrial practice with the appointment of Thorsten Otremba as executive vice president. Based in the firm’s Frankfurt office, he will focus on expanding DHR’s presence in the automotive industry in Europe. Originally with BMW, Mr. Otremba has spent the last nine years working for Germany-based executive search firm, Kienbaum,
Hudson Global Posts 17 Percent Revenue Drop
Hudson Global/(NASDAQ:HSON) has posted first quarter 2013 revenues of $165.7 million, down 17.4 percent from $200.6 million the same period the prior year. The company recorded a net loss of $8.2 million, or $0.25 per basic and diluted share, compared with net loss of $3.2 million, or $0.10 per basic and diluted share, for the
Leadership Capital Group Recruits CIO for HomeServe USA
Leadership Capital Group, a North American and EMEA executive search firm, has placed David Berry as chief information officer of HomeServe USA. Partner Marc Lewis led the search. Mr. Berry was the CIO of global fragrance, cosmetics and beauty products company Coty for 12 years before embarking on several interim CIO campaigns, starting in 2010.
The Qualifind Group Adds New Executive Search Consultant
The QualiFind Group has added Toby Greene to its ExeQfind retained search practice as senior executive search consultant. Mr. Greene will be leveraging his prior executive leadership experience in Mexico and Latin America to serve ExeQfind client’s needs for senior level recruitment in Mexico. QualiFind Group’s founder, Warren Carter, said: “Toby brings a truly multicultural
Corporate Resource Services Acquires Summit Software
Corporate Resource Services, Inc., a diversified staffing, recruiting, and consulting services firm, has acquired Summit Software, a division of Tri-Tel Communications, Inc. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Summit Software provides enterprise software applications and cloud-based hosting solutions for the PEO and staffing industries. “Summit Software is an exciting acquisition for CRS and
Talent Partners Forms Alliance with Mediaocean
Talent Partners, a provider of talent and production support services for U.S. advertising agencies and advertisers, has partnered with Mediaocean, an independent advertising technology company processing more than $130 billion across holding companies and agencies globally, to provide the new fully integrated ad management system, Mediaocean Optica, to its North American client base. Mediaocean Optica
JDG Associates Finds New CEO for ANFP
Executive search firm JDG Associates Ltd. has placed Joyce Gilbert, PhD, as president and chief executive officer of The Association of Nutrition & Foodservice Professionals (ANFP). Dr. Gilbert has served for the past five years as executive director of the Marilyn Magaram Center. JDG Associates, founded by Joseph DeGioia, has been serving the executive recruitment
AESC Adds Eight New Member Firms
The Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) has added Agilium Worldwide Italy, Alder Koten, Alemany & Partners, Central Executive Placement, EXEC, Hobson Leavy, Rasd and Ward Howell Asia as its newest member firms. Founded in 2011, Agilium Worldwide Italy is a generalist search firm focused on the Italian market, with expertise in the pharmaceutical sector,
Odgers Berndtson Strengthens Sports Industry Search Practice
Executive search firm Odgers Berndtson has appointed Andy Dolich to further develop its North American sports industry executive search practice. Mr. Dolich has more than four decades of experience in the professional sports industry, having held senior executive positions in the National Football League (NFL), National Basketball Association (NBA), National Hockey League (NHL), and Major
Nosal Partners Places CFO at Helm Financial
Executive recruiter Nosal Partners LLC has placed Larry Bush as senior vice president and chief financial officer at Helm Financial Corporation. Mr. Bush was previously SVP and CFO at OmniTRAX, Inc. in Denver, Colorado. The search was conducted by partner Baillie Parker. Helm Financial is a privately held railcar and locomotive leasing company headquartered in
CDI Corp. Posts Four Percent Revenue Dip
CDI Corp./(NYSE:CDI), a Philadelphia-based provider of IT-focused recruitment solutions, posted first quarter revenues of $269 million, a decrease of four percent from revenues of $280.6 million a year ago. The company reported a net gain of $2.5 million, or $0.20 per diluted share, compared to earnings of $3.8 million, or $0.20 per diluted share, last
