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Newland Associates Completes Search for Memorial Healthcare System
After an extensive and competitive interview process, Lake Mary, FL-based executive search firm Newland Associates has assisted in the recruitment of Amy Weasel as the new employee health & wellness director for Memorial Healthcare System. Vanessa Abreu, director of recruiting, led the assignment. “It was truly a pleasure collaborating with Amy and the exceptional team at Memorial Healthcare
Lock Search Group Announces Expansion
Toronto-headquartered executive recruitment firm Lock Search Group has expanded with the addition of Nick Kanaan as a consultant in British Columbia. “We are thrilled to welcome Nick Kanaan as the newest member of our team at Lock Search Group,” Lock Search Group said in a LinkedIn post. “His collaborative, client-focused approach and deep understanding of business leadership
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.
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
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?
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
Taurean Establishes Investment Search Practice
Taurean recently launched an investment search practice with the addition of Paige Ware as principal in Los Angeles. The practice serves private markets firms across asset classes. “We help these firms shape and build their capital raising and investor relations, origination, and deal teams, and place corporate development leaders into their portfolio companies,” Taurean said in a
The Chief Commercial Officer: Driving Private Equity Value Creation
As private equity firms place greater emphasis on organic growth, commercial leadership is taking on a more central role in value creation. The chief commercial officer (CCO) has become one of the most important post-acquisition hires for private equity sponsors, according to a recent report from Spencer Stuart’s Dave Vidor. As extended hold periods and
The Tolan Group Recruits CEO for U.S. Mobile Health Exams
The Tolan Group (TTG) has placed Eric Hepburn as CEO at U.S. Mobile Health Exams (USMHE) in Jacksonville, FL. He brings more than 30 years of experience in executive leadership, business operations, strategic growth, and organizational transformation. Mr. Hepburn’s appointment brings USMHE an experienced executive with a track record of strengthening business operations, developing scalable
Cooper Coleman Leading CFO Search for Jacksonville Zoological Society
Cooper Coleman LLC has been retained by Jacksonville Zoological Society, Inc. to conduct a national search for its next CFO. “Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens has an ambitious vision for its future, and its next CFO will help shape how those plans move forward,” said Johnny Cooper, founder and CEO of Cooper Coleman. “We’re looking for someone
The Christopher Group Tapped by MITRE for Head of Total Rewards Search
The Christopher Group (TCG), a boutique HR executive search and business solutions recruiting firm, has been selected by MITRE to lead in its search for a head of total rewards. The search is being led by managing partner Ayla Maloney and recruiting director Kat Kilkenney. “This is an incredibly exciting opportunity for a total rewards leader who wants to make
True Establishes Dedicated Private Credit Practice
Global executive talent platform True has launched a dedicated private credit practice, led by Rick Bank, managing director and head of the private credit and private equity practices. The launch comes as private credit enters a significant credit cycle, with 67 percent of portfolio managers citing greater competition and 64 percent citing defaults and credit losses as
Inside the Decisions That Shape Hiring and Careers
Hiring and leadership decisions continue to play an increasingly important role in shaping both individual careers and organizational performance. As companies navigate tighter talent markets, rapid technological change, and evolving expectations around leadership, greater attention is being placed on how executives identify high performers, assess potential, and make decisions about who is ready for greater
ON Partners Recruits Board Members for Artisan Industries
Partners Seth Harris and Shawn Oglesbee of ON Partners have assisted in the recruitment of Stephen S. Schwartz and Gary A. Doyon as new members of the board of directors of Artisan Industries. The addition of two independent directors strengthens the company’s governance and strategic leadership, as Artisan expands its core technologies into high-growth markets, including specialty chemicals, PFAS removal, drug
Reffett Associates Seeking Vice President of Development for the Army Historical Foundation
WA-based Reffett Associates was recently retained by the Army Historical Foundation to recruit its next vice president of development. The Army Historical Foundation is the non-profit organization that supports the National Museum of the United States Army, which honors the service and sacrifice of American soldiers throughout the Army’s history. The vice president of development will play
DHR Global Expands Middle East and Africa Presence
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has expanded with the addition of Michael Patrick Okumu-Ringa as managing partner, Middle East and Africa. Based in Dubai, he will lead the expansion of DHR’s regional business, building its team and strengthening its executive search and leadership advisory capabilities while connecting regional clients with international talent in partnership with DHR’s London office. “The
Talentfoot Grows HR Practice
Talentfoot Executive Search has expanded with the addition of Gabe Peacock as associate partner, helping drive the continued growth of the firm’s human resources practice. “With Gabe joining the team, Talentfoot is continuing to expand our ability to support clients in finding HR leaders who can solve complex people challenges, strengthen culture, scale people operations,
Artico Search Founders Reflect on Five Years of Growth and Lessons Learned
Five years after its founding, Artico Search has grown from a two-person venture into a boutique executive search firm serving venture capital, private equity-backed, and publicly traded companies. Founded in 2021 by Mercedes Chatfield-Taylor, CEO and co-founder, and Matt Comyns, president and co-founder, the firm has built its business around emerging technology, with particular depth
Caldwell Sells IQTalent Partners to WinMil for $4.7 Million
Toronto-based Caldwell has completed the sale of substantially all of the net operating assets of its wholly owned subsidiary, IQTalent Partners, Inc., to WinMil, Inc. WinMil will continue to operate the business under the IQTalent name and brand. In 2020, Caldwell acquired IQTalent to broaden its service offerings into technology-enabled recruiting solutions at the professional level.
WittKieffer Selected by Park University for President Search
Oak Brook, IL-based WittKieffer has been retained by Park University to lead in its search for a new president. Consultant Alejandra Gillette-Teran, principal Melody Rose and associate Sarah Seavey are spearheading the assignment for the search firm. Reporting to an engaged board of trustees, the president will be expected to grow the University into the future. The president provides leadership in
NPAG Leading Executive Director Search for SEAL
Executive search firm NPAG was recently retained by SEAL (Sobrato Early Academic Language) to lead in its search for a new executive director. Allison Kupfer Poteet, managing partner, is leading the search along with Alejandra Villa, managing associate. The organization seeks a strong enterprise leader with strategic and financial acumen, experience leading through change, and genuine credibility
Search Execution: Achieving Rapid Placement in Private Equity-Backed Healthcare
As a leader in the competitive landscape of talent acquisition, The Tolan Group (TTG) has maintained an average time to fill of just eight to 10 weeks for over five years — an achievement particularly noteworthy given that 90 percent of their placements cater to private equity-backed portfolio companies. This remarkable efficiency is a critical
CareerCurve Acquires Miles LeHane’s Career Transition Interest
CareerCurve LLC, a Cleveland-based career transition services throughout North America, has acquired the career transition division of Miles LeHane Companies, a provider of corporate-sponsored career transition solutions. CareerCurve’s growth strategy is to invest in thoughtful acquisitions that will expand both national and international service capabilities. The acquisition of Miles LeHane advances CareerCurve’s presence in the
CTGrowth Partners Appoints Dayton Ogden As Head
CTPartners Executive Search Inc. has said that Dayton Ogden will lead a new initiative, CTGrowth Partners, a recently established division of CTPartners focusing on executive search for high growth companies, typically venture capital or private-equity backed. He will be based in Silicon Valley. Mr. Ogden was formerly one of the co-founders of Fortis Partners, where
Caldwell Partners Names CFO
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has named Chris Beck as its chief financial officer. Mr. Beck joins Caldwell from BirdDog, a transportation services company focused on providing solutions to both shippers and motor carriers, where he served as CFO. Prior to that, he served as CFO at Highland Partners, a $60M division
3P Consultants Places VP HR at Fenner
Executive search firm 3P Consultants Pvt. Ltd has placed Amal Varma as the vice president of corporate human resources at Fenner (India) Limited. Mr. Varma was previously with Larsen & Toubro as joint general manager and head of human resources of its joint venture with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Integrated Engineering Services. Fenner (India) Limited
Navigant Names Human Capital Officer
Navigant has named Eugene Raffone as executive director and human capital officer. Raffone joins Navigant from Accenture where he served in various human resources positions during his more than 20 year tenure. Most recently, he was the HR lead for the firm's healthcare industry team. There he partnered with business leaders to create innovative strategies
AIMS International Teams with HR Solutions Vietnam
AIMS International has teamed with HR Solutions Vietnam. Lê Mai becomes managing director of AIMS International-Vietnam Ltd./ HR Solutions Vietnam. Since 2004 she has worked as a recruiter and management trainer for international investors and domestic clients in Vietnam. “AIMS International-Vietnam Ltd./ HR Solutions Vietnam will immediately start the onboarding process of adapting to the
Alder Koten Adds New Associate in Houston
Alder Koten has added Tanya Palazuelos as a new executive search associate in its Houston office. She becomes a core member of the firm’s energy and finance practices. Ms.Palazuelos’ work focuses on helping clients acquire, develop and transition leadership talent through a combination of research, executive search, cultural & leadership assessment, and other talent advisory
Sanford Rose San Diego Finds CEO for Vermillion
Sanford Rose Associates- San Diego has placed Thomas McLain as president and chief executive officer of Vermillion, Inc. Mr. McLain recently served as both CEO and CFO of Claro Scientific, LLC, an innovative early stage diagnostic company. Robin Toft, president and CEO of Sanford Rose Associates – San Diego, said: “Mr. McLain is a dynamic
Former Russell Reynolds Associates Leader Dies
Ferdinand Nadherny, 86, a chief architect in the building up of Russell Reynolds Associates, has died. Mr. Nadherny was instrumental in the early years of the firm which he joined in 1974 to start its Chicago operations. By the time he retired from RRA in 1996 it had grown to 30 worldwide offices, a number
The Buffkin Group Strengthens Team with New Partner
Executive search firm The Buffkin Group has added Nathan Brandon as a partner. He will help guide the firm’s new business development in the investment banking and financial services sectors, and a variety of recruiting searches regionally. Mr. Brandon, who has more than 15 years experience in investment management, previously served as institutional sales representative
Parker Executive Search Appoints Three New Vice Presidents
Atlanta-headquartered Parker Executive Search has promoted Ryan Grant, Daniel Parker, and Porsha Williams to vice presidents at the firm. Mr. Grant becomes the vice president for the firm’s corporate practice. Mr. Parker is a new vice president for the sports practice. Ms. Williams assumes the title of vice president for the higher education practice. Parker
DHR Completes Board Serach For BMO Harris Bank
DHR International has placed Adela Cepeda as a member of the board of directors for BMO Harris Bank. Chairman David Hoffmann and executive vice president Nick Slee, both in the firm’s Chicago office, completed the search. This is their sixth successful board placement for BMO Financial Group and its US subsidiary, BMO Harris Bank. Ms.
Workday Selected by Allied Global Holdings
Workday, Inc., a leader in SaaS-based enterprise solutions for global human resources, payroll and financial management, has been selected by Allied Global Holdings for its suite of enterprise cloud applications, including Workday Human Capital Management (HCM), Workday Financial Management, Workday Payroll, Workday Time Tracking, and Workday Expenses. Allied Global is an international debt collection and
BraddockMatthews Launches in NY and Boston
Derek Braddock and Bill Matthews have launched BraddockMatthews LLC, an executive search firm focused exclusively on the asset management and financial services industries. BraddockMatthews, with offices initially in New York and Boston, will provide services to leading asset management, hedge fund, private equity, investment banking, brokerage, endowment & foundation and private investment clients. Both were
Morgan Samuels Acquires Lambert Consulting Partners
Morgan Samuels, an L.A.-based human capital consulting firm, has acquired Lambert Consulting Partners Inc., an Orange County, CA-based human capital strategy consulting firm. The transaction includes the addition of founder Robert J. Lambert who joins Morgan Samuels as a senior client partner. Lambert Consulting Partners, founded in 2003, focused on human capital strategy, leadership development,
Spencer Stuart to Lead CEO Search for Tuesday Morning
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been selected by Tuesday Morning Corporation to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. Brady Churches resigned as CEO but will remain with the company in a consultative capacity. Michael Rouleau, who has served as CEO of Michael’s Stores, is currently serving as interim CEO. Tuesday
Adicio Creates New Job Network for Marketing & Advertising Sectors
Adicio Inc., a provider of interactive classified advertising software solutions for media companies, has created the CareerCast Marketing & Advertising Network, a niche job board network targeting the marketing and advertising industries. This becomes Adicio’s 11th niche job board network. “Newspapers, magazines, broadcasters and other online publishers have uncovered significant revenue streams by adding our
WTW Associates Adds New SVP
Executive search firm WTW Associates, Inc. has added Scott Craighead as senior vice president. Most recently, Mr. Craighead was with Epsen Fuller Group in New York City where he was managing director of its TalentKinect division. Previously he ran his own firm, Selective Search Partners, after having been the president, North American operations in New
Crowe-Innes & Associates and Bishop Partners Form Alliance
Crowe-Innes & Associates LLC and Bishop Partners have announced a partnership to meet the needs of the merging worlds of digital and retail. The combined specialty practice, Starbridge Search, melds the resources of both firms to recruit talent across the digital retail landscape. “Companies are often at a loss for where to find talent with
Caldwell Partners Finds New CEO for Innography
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has placed John F. Martin as chairman and chief executive officer of Innography. Mercedes Chatfield-Taylor, managing partner, venture capital practice, led the search. Mr. Martin was formerly CEO of international markets and chief product officer, IQNavigator, Inc.Innography enables organizations of all types and sizes to achieve optimal
Ultimate Software Selected by Athletico
Ultimate Software, a provider of HR, payroll, and talent management solutions, has announced that Athletico, a Chicago-based leader in outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation, has leveraged UltiPro as the center of its human capital management initiatives. Nancy Kusner, director of HR at Athletico, stated: “We are focusing our efforts on the bigger picture and instantly delivering HCM
Jack Welch Management Institute Launches Management Training Program
The Jack Welch Management Institute at Strayer University, a leader in executive education, has announced the launch of the Welch Way online leadership and management training program, available through Udemy’s open online course (MOOC) platform. Designed for corporate and individual users, Welch Way offers engaging and interactive self-paced courses that teach the proven leadership and
TRUST PARTNER Appoints New Consultant
TRUST PARTNER has named Magnus Hallberg as a new consultant based out of the firm’s Malmö office. Mr. Hallberg previously served as senior recruitment consultant at Executive Sweden. Prior to that, he was with Manpower Professional. Founded in 1990, Trust has extensive expertise in search, selection and the development of both leaders and organizations. Trust
Rosenzweig & Company Adds Partner in NY
Rosenzweig & Company, a global provider of executive recruitment solutions, had added Quincy Jackson as a partner in its New York office. Ms. Jackson was previously an executive at Columbia Records/Sony Music Entertainment where she directly managed the brand development and creation of marketing strategies for a portfolio of global brands, including: Beyoncé, Destiny’s Child,
ChampionScott Partners Completes Search for McGraw-Hill Education
Executive search firm ChampionScott Partners has placed Sean P. Ryan as senior vice president of sales of the school education group at McGraw-Hill Education. Mr. Ryan joins McGraw-Hill from Campus Management Corporation where he served as SVP of sales and led the PMO for their new platform development initiative. McGraw-Hill Education is a content, software
Clark Langdon Partners Appoints U.K. Partner and Head of Financial Services Practice
Recruiting firm Clark Langdon Partners has appointed Tony Marshall as U.K. partner and global head of its financial services practice. Mr. Marshall’s executive search experience spans over 25 years having been a managing director at Harrison Willis (now TMP), before founding and becoming managing director of Marshall Warburton, a specialist boutique search firm, before accepting
Schweichler Price Mullarkey & Barry Selected by AVG Technologies
Executive search firm Schweichler Price Mullarkey & Barry has been retained by AVG Technologies N.V. to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. The search will include a full review of both internal and external candidates. AVG Technologies is a provider of Internet and mobile security, privacy and optimization to 146 million
Epicor Software Corp. Release Newest Human Capital Management Tool
Epicor Software Corporation, a global leader in business software solutions for manufacturing, distribution, retail and services organizations, today has announced the availability of its latest human capital management solution, Epicor HCM version 5.7.1. Epicor HCM is a complete human resource information system that automates HR processes, enabling companies to track, manage and analyze employee data
Ceridian HR Solution Implemented by Peninsula YMCA
Ceridian Corporation, a provider of managed human resource, recruiting solutions, and payroll outsourcing solutions, has announced that The Peninsula Metropolitan YMCA has implemented Dayforce Payroll, Workforce Management, Entitlements and Human Resources. “Dayforce HCM’s transformative technology moved us to a single application for time & attendance and payroll,” said Davetta Rinehart, human resources director at The
Korn Ferry Posts Eight Percent Revenue Gain
Korn/Ferry International/(NYSE:KFY) posted revenues of $210.3 million for the third quarter fiscal 2013, an eight percent increase compared to $194.6 million a year ago. Fee revenue in Leadership & Talent Consulting and Futurestep services grew 47 percent (five percent excluding fee revenue from the recently acquired PDI Ninth House and Global Novations) and 17 percent
Amrop Grows with Five New Partners in EMEA and Asia
Global executive search firm Amrop has added five new search consultants to its team. Gökhan Bozkurt joins Amrop Turkey from TurkTelecom, where he held the role of EVP of human resources and then CEO. Kristian Kragøe joins the firm from McKinsey & Company in Stockholm and Oslo. At McKinsey, Ms. Kragøe was part of the
