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Essenta Names Partner
London-headquartered Essenta Partners has expanded with the addition of James Kenyon as a partner. “James brings with him more than a decade of international consulting and leadership advisory experience, with a strong focus on the private equity sector,” said James Howells, founder and CEO of Essenta. “He has a well-established track record of working with
The AI Imperative: What HR Leaders Must Do to Drive Transformation
AI is reshaping organizations, industries, and functions, and human resources is no exception. HR leaders find themselves at the center of the AI capability gap; they must not only ensure that the workforce adopts AI across their organization but also upskill themselves and drive the AI enablement of the HR function, according to a new
Executive Recruiters Pull Off Another Remarkable Year, Remain Bullish for 2023
Hunt Scanlon Media has released its annual rankings of leading executive recruiters. In the U.S. and globally, billions of dollars poured into the high-end recruiting sector in 2022, a result of continued pentup demand for senior-level leaders and their key reports.
Ren Systems Appoints Head of Product
Ren Systems, an AI-powered relationship intelligence platform used by sales, business development, and professional services leaders, recently expanded with the addition of Nick Wynja as head of product. “As we’ve scaled Ren to 70+ enterprise customers and accelerated our feature release cycle, it became clear that we needed focused product leadership,” the company said in
GDPR – The Perfect Time to Refresh Your Database
As executive search firms grapple with the complexities of GDPR, many are concerned that the new regulation will mean deleting thousands of records built up over many years. Surely there must be an alternative?
How to Kick Off an Executive Search the Right Way
As leadership demands grow more complex, organizations are increasingly recognizing that a successful executive search begins long before candidate outreach or interviews take place. Search consultants say the strongest outcomes are driven by early alignment around business strategy, organizational culture, leadership expectations, and the capabilities needed to support future growth. Rather than simply filling an
Why Structured Interviews Lead to Better Hiring
As organizations compete for leadership talent, many are reexamining how executive interviews are conducted and whether traditional hiring instincts are leading to the best decisions. Increasingly, research is showing that structured interviews built around standardized questions and evaluation criteria deliver more reliable hiring outcomes than conversational, free-flowing assessments. Talent experts say the approach not only
Rethinking Career Loyalty in the Age of Gen Z and Millennials
As leadership priorities continue to evolve, executive search firms are seeing a growing shift in how candidates evaluate long-term career opportunities. Today’s professionals are placing greater emphasis on purpose, culture, mentorship, flexibility, and personal growth alongside compensation and title. Recruiters say organizations that can clearly communicate vision, invest in employee development, and foster strong leadership
Coulter Partners Recruits Chief Scientific Officer for Laigo Bio
Life sciences recruiting specialist Coulter Partners has recruited Richard C.A. Sainson as the new chief scientific officer of Laigo Bio. “It was a privilege to partner with Matthew and the Laigo board,” said Kay Wardle, managing partner at Coulter Partners. “Targeted protein degradation is one of the most exciting frontier areas of drug discovery, and finding a chief
Blue Rock Human Capital Recruits Chief People Officer for Michelli Weighing & Measurement
Talent acquisition strategies at many large companies have become as complex as their balance sheets. And while chief human resource officers play a vital role in overseeing an organization’s broad-based workforce, the chief people officer typically goes beyond overseeing its people policies. The focus instead is on building talent as a key competitive advantage, with more
Raising the Bar for Interim and Fractional Leadership
As companies face mounting pressure to move faster and adapt to constant change, interim and fractional executives are increasingly being brought in not simply to maintain stability, but to drive transformation from day one. Organizations today are seeking experienced leaders who can step into critical roles, solve immediate business challenges, and create momentum while long-term
BoardWalk Consulting Selected by Atlanta Ballet for Executive Director Search
BoardWalk Consulting has was recently tapped by Atlanta Ballet to lead in its search for an executive director. The search is being led by Sam Pettway, Demeika Wheaton, and Patti Kish. The executive director will lead Atlanta Ballet’s administrative and business functions in alignment with the organization’s mission and values, while partnering closely with the artistic
When Search Fatigue Leads to Costly Hiring Mistakes
In executive search, the biggest hiring mistakes are not always caused by weak candidate pools or poor sourcing strategies. More often, breakdowns occur near the finish line, when prolonged interview cycles, competing stakeholder opinions, and mounting business pressures begin to wear down decision-making discipline. What starts as a rigorous evaluation process can gradually shift toward
Preng & Associates Recruits SVP of Government Services for American Bureau of Shipping
Houston-based Preng & Associates has placed Rear Admiral Ronald J. Rábago as senior vice president of government services at American Bureau of Shipping (ABS). “Admiral Rábago brings exceptional government and industry experience that will further enhance the support we provide to our government clients in the U.S. and around the world,” said John McDonald, ABS chairman and CEO. “His
McDermott + Bull Expands in Amsterdam
Irvine, CA-based McDermott + Bull has expanded in Amsterdam with the addition of Gerben van den Hout as managing director. “This strategic hire comes as McDermott + Bull continues to expand its executive search presence across Europe, further strengthening the firm’s ability to support organizations in identifying and placing high-impact leadership talent,” the firm said. “Gerben’s appointment represents an
The CHRO’s Leadership Imperative in the AI Era
As organizations accelerate their adoption of artificial intelligence, business leaders are increasingly recognizing that successful transformation depends as much on people and leadership as it does on technology itself. HR executives, in particular, are finding themselves at the center of conversations around workforce readiness, employee trust, skills development, and organizational change management. Industry observers note
Cluen Invites Executive Search Firms to Participate in Upcoming 2026 Technology Trends Survey
For more than three decades, Cluen has partnered with leading executive search firms around the world to understand how top-performing recruiters use technology to gain a competitive advantage. Each year, the company’s Top Trends in Executive Search Technology survey uncovers the strategies, priorities, and innovations shaping the future of the profession. How are executive search firms balancing the rapid adoption of AI
Lindauer Retained by C-SPAN for Chief Development Officer Search
Virtually every industry needs top-drawer chief development officers. CDOs play a key role in planning, coordinating, and administering capital campaigns, corporate giving, and galvanizing new donors while keeping previous funders content. Implementing funding strategies that “keep the lights on,” according to recruiters specializing in the function, is job No. 1. Lindauer has been retained by C-SPAN to
NPAG Seeking Executive Director for the California Youth Defender Center
Executive search firm NPAG has been selected by the California Youth Defender Center (CYDC) to lead in its search for a new executive director. This search is being led by Ellen LaPointe and Phuong Quach. This is a unique opportunity to lead a respected and influential organization at a pivotal moment, shaping the future of youth justice
Lochlin Partners Helps Fill Senior Position for Business Roundtable
Lochlin Partners has assisted in the recruitment of Stefani Jones as senior director of policy at Business Roundtable (BRT). Ms. Jones is an accomplished technology policy leader with deep expertise at the intersection of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and national security. Her experience spans the White House, the private sector, and senior federal policy roles. She
Why Executives Should Think Carefully Before Accepting Counteroffers
Few moments in an executive’s career carry as much complexity as the decision to resign from a leadership role and pursue a new opportunity. What often begins as a strategic career move can quickly become emotionally charged once a current employer responds with incentives aimed at reversing that decision. Recruiters and leadership advisors note that
Funk Associates Tapped by the University of North Florida to Lead Search for Eighth President
Funk Associates was recently retained by the University of North Florida (UNF) to lead a national search for its eighth president. Past president Moez Limayem stepped down from his position in early 2026. The presidential search committee, chaired by UNF board of trustees member Jack Boyle, plays a critical role in this process, focusing on
Acertitude Recruits CEO for PE-Backed Zep Inc.
Acertitude has placed Tim Feast as the new CEO of Zep Inc., a Truelink Capital portfolio company. The search was led by partner, Geoff Votta and principal, Rod Vaughan with support from Matthew Marasco and Maryanne Santospirito. Mr. Feast steps into the role with a mandate to accelerate growth, sharpen execution, and lead Zep into its
SearchWide Global Seeking CEO for Visit California
SearchWide Global is currently seeking a new CEO for Visit California. The assignment is being led by Mike Gamble, chairman, CEO, and co-founder of SearchWide. Visit California is seeking a collaborative, visionary, and politically astute leader to serve as the next CEO. As the organization’s chief strategist, brand steward, and operational head, the CEO works
Intersearch Worldwide Elects Chairwoman and New Board Members
InterSearch Worldwide, a global alliance of executive search companies, has announce the newly elected board following and the appointment of Vanessa Delacourt as chairwoman, marking an exciting new chapter and reinforcing the organization’s commitment to innovation and sustainable growth. The board has welcomed: Leslie Cooper A. (Chile); Vanessa Delacourt (Benelux); Frank Schelstraete (Belgium); Henri Vidalinc
The Platform Shift Reshaping Human Capital M&A
Hunt Scanlon Ventures’ 2026 Human Capital Markets Update: Q1 M&A Report points to a market undergoing rapid institutionalization. Human capital M&A is no longer centered around standalone recruiting firms or opportunistic acquisitions. Instead, buyers are consolidating around integrated platforms that combine executive search, leadership advisory, workforce analytics, succession planning, and AI-enabled infrastructure. The shift reflects a broader
WittKieffer Recruits 22nd President for the University of Tulsa
Oak Brook, IL-based WittKieffer has placed Stacy Leeds as the 22nd president of the University of Tulsa (UTulsa). Zachary Smith, Robin Mamlet, and Julia Bradley led the assignment. Ms. Leeds was selected following a competitive and comprehensive national search. Members of the search committee and full board were drawn to her unique portfolio of executive management, philanthropic success and unimpeachable academic credibility. “Stacy
SPMB Recruits CFO for AbsenceSoft
SPMB Executive Search has recruited Megan Wood as CFO of AbsenceSoft, a Denver, CO-based employee leave management and accommodations platform. Jon Landau and Laura Ayre led the assignment. “The market opportunity in front of AbsenceSoft is significant, and Megan brings the right financial and operational depth to meet it,” said Chris Murphy, CEO of AbsenceSoft. “Her proven track record at fast-growth, innovative companies on
AGB Search Helps Recruit 20th President for the University of Montana
Washington, D.C.-based recruitment firm AGB Search, which specializes in higher education leadership assignments, has assisted in the recruitment of Jeremiah Shinn as the 20th president of the University of Montana. His selection follows a national search that drew more than 70 accomplished applicants from across the country. Roderick McDavis, James H. McCormick and Janice S. Fitzgerald led the assignment. “Dr. Shinn’s on-campus visit
TurnkeyZRG Appoints Vice President
TurnkeyZRG has expanded with the addition of Sean Magee as vice president. “College and professional football are being reshaped in real time — by revenue sharing, NIL, the transfer portal, and unprecedented financial and operational complexity,” said Chad Chatlos, managing partner, ZRG Turnkey. “Sean lived inside that disruption as a senior operator. He understands what it
Kelly to Acquire Motion Recruitment Partners
Global specialty talent solutions provider Kelly has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC (MRP), from Littlejohn & Co., LLC, a private investment firm based in Greenwich, CT. Under the terms of the agreement, Kelly will acquire MRP for $425 million in cash to be paid at close, with additional earnout potential
Buffkin Group Completes Assignment for Gannett
Executive search firm The Buffkin Group has placed Michael Sisk as vice president of revenues and sales excellence at Gannett Co. Mr. Sisk previously served as a VP at W.W. Grainger. Gannett is an international news and information company operating on multiple platforms including the Internet, mobile, newspapers, magazines and TV stations. The Buffkin Group
TheLadders Unveils Mobile Job Search Tools
TheLadders.com has announced a suite of mobile offerings to help bring the company’s more-than five million job seekers and 30,000 recruiters into the mobile age. The company also introduced a new product called “TheLadders Scout,” a proprietary, competitive-analysis tool. Job seekers on TheLadders now will be able to assess their competition for a job before
Witt/Kieffer Adds New Healthcare Recruiters
Executive search firm Witt/Kieffer has added new consultants in response to health reform and the sector's increasing demand for management talent. Chris Corwin has joined the firm’s San Francisco Bay area office as an executive search consultant in its healthcare practice. Mr. Corwin has an extensive background in healthcare recruiting, particularly for high-profile C-suite placements,
Morgan Samuels Grows Private Equity Practice
Morgan Samuels Company, an L.A.-based executive recruiter, has named Todd Wyles as a partner. He will be responsible for managing the firm’s private equity practice. Mr. Wyles has over two decades of extensive experience within the financial services, human capital management, and operational consulting industries. Prior to joining Morgan Samuels, he served as director of
Bullhorn Inks Deals With Cititec and IT-Staffing
Bullhorn, a global provider of on demand front office staffing and recruitment software, has inked new contracts with U.K.-based technical recruiting specialist Cititec and Dutch recruiter IT-Staffing. The new Dutch contract is the recruitment software specialist’s first major move in the Benelux region. Peter Linas, Bullhorn’s international managing director, stated: “We are delighted to be
Economic Volatility Remains Top Concern of Global Executives
A majority of global executives share a neutral to positive attitude about the executive job market for 2013, according to the 2013 Global Executive Outlook Survey, BlueSteps, the career management service of the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC). Thirty-seven percent of global executives harbor a neutral perception about executive opportunities in 2013, while 36
TMP Worldwide Creates Four New International Partnerships
TMP Worldwide, the global digital recruitment advertising agency, has partnered withBrandJob Communications, Ltd. in Budapest, Compass Porter Novelli in Bogota and FutureToday in Russia. BrandJob is a full-service HR branding and marketing agency that specializes in marketing, creative development, public relations and internal communications. Compass Porter Novelli is a public relations and strategic communications agency
Lonergan Partners Places New CEO at MarkLogic
Executive search firm Lonergan Partners has placed Gary Bloom as president and chief executive officer of MarkLogic. Mr. Bloom was previously the CEO and president at eMeter. “At Lonergan Partners, we work with clients to find them the right leadership for the opportunities and challenges they will face. Gary is a great example of how
Maxim Healthcare Services Names Head of Staffing Division
Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc., a provider of home healthcare, medical staffing, and wellness services, has appointed Jeremy Goldberg as its new vice president of Maxim Staffing Solutions (MSS). In his new role, he will have oversight of many of Maxim’s divisions including: Maxim Physician Resources, Timeline Recruiting, TravelMax, Reflectx Services, and Logix Healthcare Search Partners
CTPartners Adds To Industrial Practice
CTPartners has added David Rossi as a partner in the firm's industrial practice in its Chicago office. Mr. Rossi's focus is on serving clients in the natural resources and diversified manufacturing sectors. He joins CTPartners from Korn/Ferry International, where he was a senior client partner in the firm's global industrial market, serving as global sector
Victoria Sergeant & Associates Finds New CEO For ArmaGen Technologies
Executive search firm Victoria Sergeant & Associates has placed James Callaway, Ph.D. as chief executive officer at ArmaGen Technologies, Inc. Dr. Callaway was most recently president and CEO of Cebix Inc. ArmaGen Technologies is a leader in the delivery of biotherapeutics targeting the central nervous system. Founded in 1983, Victoria Sergeant & Associates is a
Deloitte Acquires Bersin & Associates
Deloitte has acquired substantially all of the assets of Bersin & Associates, LLC, a provider of research-based membership programs and advisory services in the human resources, talent and learning market. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Combined with Deloitte’s human capital and talent capabilities, Deloitte and Bersin are poised to provide the talent
CPP, Inc. Selects Halogen Talent Management Suite
CPP, Inc., a provider of personality, career and organizational development assessments, hasselected the Halogen Talent Management Suite to align its workforce and support employee development and career progression. “Our goal is for every employee to understand that his or her work makes a difference and is critical to CPP’s success,” said Nicole Trapasso, division director,
Heidrick & Struggles Acquires Senn-Delaney Leadership Consulting Group
Executive recruiting firm Heidrick & Struggles International has acquired Senn-Delaney Leadership Consulting Group, LLC, a global leader of corporate culture shaping. The transaction, which closed on December 31, 2012, is expected to be accretive to Heidrick & Struggles' earnings per share in 2013. For 34 years, Senn Delaney has been chosen by leaders of Global
Job Forecast Points to a Still Cautious Hiring Environment
U.S. employers will continue to play it safe, according to CareerBuilder’s annual hiring forecast. Twenty-six percent of hiring managers plan to add full-time, permanent employees in the New Year, up three percentage points over 2012. The study also points to heightened competition for high skill labor and improved compensation trends. The top two positions companies
Chartwell Partners Places CEO at Royal Bank America
Executive search firm Chartwell Partners has recruited F. Kevin Tylus as chief executive officer of Royal Bank America. Mr. Tylus previously served as regional president for PNC and was chief executive officer of Yardville Bank until acquired by PNC in 2007. Tom Watkins and Scott Petty led the search engagement. Royal Bank America is based
Hudson Global Selects New CEO
Hudson Global, a global talent solutions company, has appointed Lori Hock as CEO of Hudson Americas where she will be responsible for the strategic direction, operations and profitability. Ms. Hock has more than 25 years of staffing industry experience. She most recently held the position of president, Adecco MSP Solutions Americas, driving significant revenue growth
IMA Adds Talentmark to Network
Life science recruitment specialist Talentmark has joined The Interim Management Association (IMA), the industry body representing leading U.K. interim management service providers. Established in 1971, Talentmark is a specialist recruitment consultancy to the life sciences industry. The company provides executive search, interim management and resourcing solutions. Dafydd Wright, Talentmark’s manager, interim management, said: “The IMA
SilkRoad Expands in Asia-Pacific
SilkRoad, a provider of cloud-based talent management solutions, has broadened its footprint across Asia-Pacific-Japan adding a significant number of new clients from China in the North to New Zealand in the South. Youku and Jebson Group of China, Wacom Global and Credit Saison of Japan and TrustPower of New Zealand join the list of enterprises
Kulper & Company Completes Search for Norwich University
KULPER & COMPANY, LLC has placed Dr. Andrea Talentino as dean of the college of liberal arts for Norwich University. Dr. Talentino, a scholar in political science, will be coming from Drew University in Madison, New Jersey where she currently serves as associate dean of curriculum and faculty development and was previously chair of the
Penna Plc Forms Alliance with Diversity Marketplace
Penna Plc, a global HR services group, has partnered with Diversity Marketplace, a U.K. diversity practice consultancy, to provide an integrated platform for diversity and inclusion solutions. The new partnership will help employers nurture and grow a healthy diversity strategy, taking organizations through the employment cycle and turning policies into practice. Gamiel Yafai, managing director
TRANSEARCH Strengthens Staff
TRANSEARCH International has added Catherine Ceva, Consuelo Pizzo, and Fernando Denoye to its Paris, Milan, Sao Paulo offices respectively. Ms. Ceva is associate partner in the Paris office. She focuses on assignments in fashion, retail and consumer goods and leads the European & Asian fashion and luxury practice. Her previous experience includes partner position in
Infinisource Acquires Qqest
Infinisource, a provider of human capital management technology, has acquired Qqest, the company behind time-and-attendance software TimeForce. The acquisition of Qqest doubles the size of Infinisource and results in a company with more than 63,000 customers, including the San Francisco Giants, Washington Redskins, Nintendo USA and several of the Inc. 500 fastest growing companies in
Insperity Launches New Recruiting Tool
Insperity, Inc., a provider of human resources and business performance solutions, has launched sourcing services. The new recruiting offering is designed to help companies quickly identify and connect with qualified talent at the beginning of the recruiting process. “Insperity Sourcing Services was developed for organizations that typically need to hire large numbers of employees within
Hire Heroes USA Partners with WWE
WWE has for a partnership with Hire Heroes USA, an organization committed to serving our nation’s veterans through personalized and customized job search training and assistance. To support Hire Heroes USA’s mission, WWE will make a donation and utilize all its assets, including TV broadcasts, live events, digital and social media to generate awareness and
Global Novations Adds New VP
Global Novations, a Korn/Ferry International company, has added Tessa Misiaszek as vice president of consulting at the firm’s office in Waltham, MA. Ms. Misiaszek brings extensive experience developing human capital strategies to advance the healthcare industry, with an emphasis on cultural competence and diversity and inclusion. She will partner with leading healthcare organizations throughout North
Ultimate Software Selected by MLB Network
Ultimate Software, a provider of HR, payroll, and talent management solutions, has announced that MLB Network, the television network for Major League Baseball, has optimized HR and talent management processes with Ultimate Software’s UltiPro. “Ultimate designs technology that puts people first,” said Greg Swick chief sales officer at Ultimate Software. “Our cloud platform, full scope
Storbeck/Pimentel Completes Search for Rider University
Executive search firm Storbeck/Pimentel & Associates has placed Dr. DonnaJean Fredeen as provost, vice president for academic affairs and professor of chemistry at Rider University. Dr. Fredeen is currently dean of the school of arts and sciences at Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU). Storbeck/Pimentel is a minority and female owned retained search firm specializing in
Monster Employment Index Europe Declines
The Monster Employment Index Europe, a monthly analysis of millions of online job opportunities culled from a large, representative selection of corporate career sites and job boards, reported a fourth consecutive month of annual decline, recording a four percent decrease in online hiring over the year in November. Belgium and the United Kingdom are the
Spencer Ogden Opens First Canadian Office
Recruiting firm Spencer Ogden has opened its first Canadian office located in downtown Calgary. The latest expansion from Spencer Ogden marks the company’s second venture in the North American market this year. Matthew Bushell will serve as the director and the office will recruit for the local oil and gas and mining industries as well
Höchsmann & Company Adds New Partner
Executive recruiter Höchsmann & Company has added Jan-Eike Schumacher as a new partner. Mr. Schumacher previously served as global head of central services at GfK SE.Based in Germany, Höchsmann & Company KG is a HR consultancy and executive search firm operating in the domestic and international arena.
