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HTP Group Launches Leadership Consulting Practice
Hightech Partners (HTP Group) has launched its enhanced leadership consulting practice. This expanded offering equips organizations to address urgent leadership challenges, improve team dynamics, and prepare for digital and AI-driven change through tailored, high-impact solutions. “Today’s leadership challenges demand more than experience, they require insight, agility, and cohesive teams ready to adapt and innovate,” said Raffaele
Solomon Page Fills Senior Role for Echo Design Group
The fashion, beauty, and consumer products division of New York City headquartered executive search firm Solomon Page has assisted in the recruitment of Patrizia Ciccarelli as managing director of Echo Design Group. Managing director Sue Lamoreaux led the search, along with Julie Stern, vice president, using a highly consultative and customized strategy—aligning the process with specific goals of
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.
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
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?
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
Modern Executive Solutions Expands Technology Practice
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Moises Velilla as managing director in its technology practice. He brings deep experience advising organizations on senior leadership hiring and talent strategy across technology and transformation. Mr. Velilla specializes in advising clients on executive talent strategy and recruiting transformative technology and professional services leaders. He
AI’s Next Test: Can It Actually Drive Growth?
A massive opportunity, and a critical trust gap, is emerging among corporate leaders. According to EY-Parthenon’s Growth Survey of 271 U.S. executives, 78 percent believe AI will accelerate growth, even as nearly 80 percent say the growth environment has become more challenging over the past year. Yet only about a third trust AI inputs for high-stakes decisions such
Retained vs. Contingent Search: Choosing the Right Executive Search Model
As companies navigate increasingly complex leadership challenges, the pressure to make the right executive hiring decision has never been greater. Boards and leadership teams are looking beyond resumes and credentials, placing greater emphasis on cultural alignment, long-term business impact, and a candidate’s ability to guide organizations through growth, transformation, and uncertainty. At the same time,
Brettschneider Executive Search Completes Search for Western Colorado University
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search recently assisted in the recruitment of Sharoni Little as dean of Western Colorado University’s School of Business. “Dr. Little’s forward-thinking approach will help shape the future of business education at Western, creating opportunities for students to thrive in today’s competitive economy,” said Brad Baca, president. With a career spanning academia, corporate leadership,
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
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
9 Things Executive Search Consultants Say Not To Do
Over the decades, executive search professionals have gathered much intelligence about critical aspects of how candidates need to present themselves when represented by their search practice. Recruiters are retained by the hiring company, so they know the firm, know the pay range, know the benefits plan, know the hiring manager requirements, know the culture, know
HR Services Launches Newest Version of myStaffingPro
Applicant tracking vendor, HR Services, Inc., has released its latest version of myStaffingPro 13.3. The release includes usability enhancements to both the candidate experience and the user interface. Candidates who are applying for positions at companies using myStaffingPro applicant tracking software will benefit from redesigned education and work history collection screens. “The goal with this
Recruiter Confidence Falls
Recruiter confidence ticked down slightly in the past month to 35 percent and almost reached the significantly low levels seen last year right after the U.S. debt ceiling crisis, largely due to circumstances beyond organizations’ control, according to the results of ExecuNet's Recruiter Confidence Index (RCI). Seventy percent of executive recruiters pointed to conditions external
DHR Adds Global Leader To Business & Professional Services Practice Group
DHR International has added Pravesh Mehra as executive vice president and global leader, business & professional services practice group based in the firm’s Silicon Valley and New York offices. He will focus on senior executive search for companies in the advisory, technology services, and global outsourcing industries. Mr. Mehra is a seasoned executive and spent
McCormick Group Completes CEO Search for Natural Products Association
Executive search firm The McCormick Group has placed C. John Shaw as executive director and CEO of the Natural Products Association. Ivan Adler, principal of The McCormick Group and leader of its government affairs practice, completed the search. Before joining NPA, Mr. Shaw had been assistant secretary for Environment, Safety and Health at the U.S.
PeopleAnswers and AccentCare Form Alliance
PeopleAnswers and AccentCare, Inc., a home healthcare company, have announced a new software licensing agreement. AccentCare will use PeopleAnswers’ HR solution for pre-employment selection to help identify and hire its sales and clinical management team across the company’s 10-state service area. “Demand continues to rise for in-home healthcare services, a trend that fuels our rapid
Interim Partners and Brightpool to Launch New Search Business
Interim Partners, a provider of interim managers, and Brightpool will jointly establish a new permanent executive search business in January. New Street Executive Search will complement the services already offered by Interim Partners and will focus on senior appointments in the £150,000 – £500,000 pay range. The company will have a focus on the global
IIC Partners’ Brazil-Based Fesa Adds Director
IIC Partners’ member firm in Brazil, Fesa, has named Rodrigo Byrro as the new director and partner for its IT and telecoms practice groups. Mr. Byrro has significant experience within all facets of IT and telecommunications. He has previously worked at Siemens and was Brazil sales director for HTC (High Tech Computer Corp), leading the
Carrington & Carringont Places Chief Diversity Officer at Carolinas Healthcare System
Search firm Carrington & Carrington, LTD. has recruited James E. Taylor as the new chief diversity officer for the Carolinas HealthCare System. CHS provides a full spectrum of healthcare and wellness programs throughout North and South Carolina. Headquartered in Chicago, with offices in Washington,DC and Memphis, TN, Carrington & Carrington places candidates in middle management
Capital Analytics and KnowledgeAdvisors Join Forces
Capital Analytics and KnowledgeAdvisors, two providers of human capital measurement, have formed a strategic partnership. The alliance will leverage the combined strengths of both organizations to deliver a comprehensive measurement solution to clients for their learning and development initiatives. KnowledgeAdvisors is known for its learning analytics system Metrics that Matter, a cloud-based software solution for
Sanford Rose San Diego Adds New Partner
Sanford Rose Associates- San Diego has added Mark Soufleris, former owner and practice leader of Sanford Rose Associates – Fort Lauderdale, as partner, pharma & biopharmaceuticals. Mr. Soufleris has spent over 30 years as a pharmaceutical industry veteran who dedicated his career exclusively to helping companies commercialize life-saving products that addressed significant patient healthcare needs.
Indeed Acquired by Recruit CO. Ltd.
Indeed, a search engine for jobs, has been acquired by Recruit Co. Ltd., a provider of integrated HR and information services based in Japan. Indeed will be an independent operating unit of Recruit, led by Indeed's current senior management team. “Our success is also due to our dedicated team of employees and our tens of
Braswell Nees Group Places CEO at Overture Networks
Braswell Nees Group has recruited Mike Aquino as chief executive officer at Overture Networks. Mr. Aquino joins Overture from Ciena Corporation, where he held a number of executive positions, including SVP of global field operations, general manager of global government solutions, and VP of Americas. Overture Networks is the preferred Carrier Ethernet edge and aggregation
Jobvite Releases Newest Version of Hiring Service
Jobvite, a provider of next-generation recruitment solutions, has launched a new version of Jobvite Hire. Featuring a new consumer-oriented design that fundamentally improves the user experience, Jobvite Hire works seamlessly across multiple devices and offers a suite of innovative new features for strategic recruiting. Dan Finnigan, president and CEO of Jobvite, stated: “The new Jobvite
Korn Ferry Adds Partner to Global Technology Practice
Korn/Ferry International has added Alexander Wink as a senior client partner in the firm's global technology practice. Mr. Wink will be based in Germany where he will lead the digital sector in the EMEA region. He has expertise handling a broad range of assignments in the Internet and telecommunication industry, as well as the cleantech
Amrop Adds Parker Executive Search as Newest Partner in Atlanta
Global executive search firm Amrop has formed a partnership with Parker Executive Search, a retained executive search firm based out of Atlanta. Under the leadership of Dan Parker, president, and Laurie Wilder, executive vice president and managing director, Amrop’s new partner firm brings specific expertise in executive search services for clients in the corporate, higher
Trilogy Places SVP HR at Pharmanet/i3
Burlingame, CA-based retained executive search firm Trilogy Search Non+Profit has placed Sarajane N. Mackenzie as senior vice president of human resources for Pharmanet/i3, inVentiv Health’s clinical segment. Trilogy also recently recruited Duncan Harwood as chief human resources officer for inVentiv. Chuck Pappalardo handled the assignments on behalf of Trilogy. Prior to joining inVentiv, Ms. Mackenzie
HR Certification Institute Expands Offerings
The HR Certification Institute, the internationally recognized certifying body for the HR profession, has announced the expansion of its advanced credential portfolio to include Human Resource Business Professional (HRBP) and Human Resource Management Professional (HRMP) certifications for HR professionals primarily practicing outside of the United States. The HRBP and HRMP credentials are a complement to
OneWire Launches Executive Search Business
OneWire, a provider of career and talent management services, has announced the launch of its executive search arm, OneWire Managed Services. The new service includes candidate screening, interviewing, evaluation and pipelining for future hires. OneWire senior managing director, Mary Gay Townsend, said: “We partner closely with our clients, becoming an extension of their teams for
Leadership Capital Group Opens NY Office; Names New Partner
Leadership Capital Group, a North American and EMEA executive search firm, has opened a New York metro region office in Mahwah, NJ and named John V. Jazylo as a partner in the firm’s CEO/board, financial services and technology practices as well as head of the NY metro office. Mr. Jazylo has recruited board members, CEOs,
RSA Places CEO at Actinium Pharmaceuticals
RSA, a global life sciences executive search and interim management specialist, has placed Jack Talley as president and chief executive officer of Actinium Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Shawn O’Connor, president of RSA Americas, stated: “We are delighted to conclude our search with the placement of such an exceptional candidate. Previously the CEO of EpiCept Corporation, Jack has
Medical Staffing Network Acquires Pathway Medical Staffing
Medical Staffing Network (MSN) Healthcare, LLC, a provider of per diem nurse staffing services and a workforce management solutions company, has completed its acquisition of Pathway Medical Staffing, LLC a privately held Nurse Case Management staffing company headquartered in Skillman, NJ. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. “This acquisition will allow MSN and
IRC Adds New Member Firm in Egypt
IRC Global Executive Search Partners (IRC) has added Cairo, Egypt-based Aspire HRC as its newest member firm. Rania Abdalla, Aspire HRC’s managing director, founded the company in 2008, focusing on senior management, across all sectors. “IRC’s success is based on attracting the world’s most entrepreneurial, innovative and enthusiastic executive search firms,” said Sylvia MacArthur, president
Benchmark Executive Search Names Partner
Benchmark Executive Search has named Phoebe Henderson as a partner, responsible for end-to-end search execution and client development. Ms. Henderson brings over two decades of executive search, operations and business development experience across the federal information technology and satellite markets. She was previously a vice president at boutique search firm Dahl-Morrow International where she helped
The Judge Group Promotes Managing Director of Healthcare Solutions Division
The Judge Group, a recruiting services provider, has promoted Mick Angelichio to managing director of the Healthcare Solutions Division. Mr. Angelichio co-launched the Healthcare Solutions Division for The Judge Group in 2004 and has since grown the operation into a full-service national staffing, search and services firm with engagements in over 40 states. As director,
Dangerfield International Opens Toronto Office
Dangerfield International has opened a new office in Toronto. Lena Kozovski, general manager of North America, will head the Toronto office. Ms. Kozovski has more than 15 years experience and has worked both client side and agency. Graham Jackson, managing director of Dangerfield, said: “Lena’s core role is to continue to grow the Dangerfield business
Monster Expands SeeMore Recruiting Tool
Monster has introduced new SeeMore features built to meet the recruiting needs of small and mid-size employers. Continuing its strategy to deploy its advanced search technology to a diverse customer base, SMB customers in the U.S., U.K., Canada and Australia now have access to a tailored version of SeeMore to manage resumes more efficiently and
Job Search Television Network Partners with Allegis Group
Job Search Television Network (JSTN) and Allegis Group Services (AGS), part of the Allegis Group Inc., a recruitment and staffing firm, have announced that they have partnered to drive next generation talent solutions to their client base. Combining JSTN's search engine optimized video and multi-channel media recruiting and branding platform with AGS's innovative integrated talent
Odgers Berndtson Adds Partner in Lima
Executive search firm Odgers Berndtson has added Diego Pérez Benéitez as a partner responsible for its Lima office. With over 15 years experience in executive search and consulting gained at some of the leading consulting firms in Spain, he has created and developed practices and divisions for various firms. Mr. Pérez Benéitez was previously principal
Nosal Partners Grows Minneapolis Office
Executive recruiter Nosal Partners LLC has named Melissa Oszustowicz as a partner in its Minneapolis office, Ms. Oszustowicz will conduct C-level assignments across a broad range of industries including agriculture, energy, consumer, retail, industrial, not-for-profit, healthcare, life sciences, and real estate and construction. She has placed board members, CEOs, presidents, and general managers, as well
eQuest Opens Office in Chicago
eQuest, a job posting distribution and job posting management provider, has opened a new office in Chicago. The move represents eQuest’s continued expansion into strategic locations of customer growth and will be home to eQuest’s North American sales division. “Our new Chicago sales office will serve as a more favorable hub as we continue to
Caldwell Partners Completes CMO Search for Portico Club
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has placed Geoff Atkinson as chief marketing officer of Portico Club LLC. Mr. Atkinson formerly served as senior vice president, CRM and demand management atOverstock.com. Portico by Exclusive Resorts is a new private club that provides exclusive access to a growing network of incredible luxury vacation homes.
