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5 Cybersecurity Shifts Every Executive Must Prioritize Before 2026
Cybersecurity is now a direct driver of enterprise value, and this piece frames the run-up to 2026 as a moment for leaders to reset their assumptions about risk and resilience. For executives, especially those in private equity and high-growth companies, cybersecurity is no longer a technical function in the background, according to a recent report
SPMB Recruits CFO for OffSec
Steven Popper of SPMB Executive Search has placed Ian Charles as the new CFO of OffSec in New York City. “Ian brings the strategic and operational depth to support OffSec, a global leader in cybersecurity education and hands-on training, as it enters its next phase of growth,” SPMB said in a LinkedIn post. “He is also highly experienced
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.
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
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?
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
August Leadership Appoints Senior Advisor in Tokyo
August Leadership has named Paul Dupuis as senior advisor in Tokyo. “We are delighted to have Paul join August Leadership,” the firm said in a LinkedIn post. “His experience will add significant depth as we aim to strengthen our presence and relationships in Japan, alongside our broader APAC capabilities.” With more than 30 years of leadership
C-Suite Volatility Reshapes Talent Market, Creating Expanding Role for Search Firms
Crist|Kolder Associates’ latest 2026 Mid-Year Volatility Report provides a detailed look at leadership trends across 665 Fortune 500 and S&P 500 companies. Tracking executive changes through July 31, the research examines CEO, CFO, and COO turnover, career paths, diversity, and the emergence of new leadership positions as organizations adapt to an increasingly complex business environment.
The McCormick Group Completes Searches for Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies
The McCormick Group, an Arlington, VA-based executive recruitment firm, has assisted in the recruitment of Rodney Whitlock, Debbie Curtis, Katie Waldo, and Maddie News to the federal health policy practice of Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies, the bipartisan government relations and communications affiliate of international law firm Cozen O’Connor. The search was led by principal David
Krauthamer & Associates Selected by Regional Transportation District for CEO Search
Krauthamer & Associates (K&A) has been retained by the Regional Transportation District (RTD) in Denver, CO, to lead in its search for a new CEO. “RTD seeks a CEO who can continue strengthening the agency’s fiscal foundation, drive long‑range funding solutions, and guide RTD through budget challenges while advancing innovation, equity, transit service delivery and the
BrainWorks Grows Legal Practice
Warren, NJ-based executive search firm BrainWorks has named Rachel Chandler as director of legal recruitment. “With nearly two decades of experience spanning law, legal recruitment, and business development, Rachel brings an exceptional depth of expertise and a unique perspective to our team,” Brainworks said in a LinkedIn post. “From practicing corporate law to leading legal recruiting teams,
Boyden Forms Alliance with South African firm Tuesday Consulting
Boyden has formed a partnership with South African firm Tuesday Consulting, an executive search and advisory firm helping clients drive growth through sustainable human capital resourcing practices. The partnership will be led by seasoned industry executives Wendy Spalding and Tsholofelo Nketane, along with a team of nine professionals from Tuesday Consulting. “Partnering with Tuesday Consulting represents an
Leadership in Uncertain Times: How Executives Adapt
Leadership has always required navigating change, but today’s executives operate in an environment where geopolitical developments, economic uncertainty, and evolving market expectations can quickly reshape business priorities. This places renewed attention on how leaders set direction, strengthen organizational resilience and prepare their businesses for an uncertain future. According to the latest Kestria Global Leadership Barometer, geopolitical
Excel Search & Advisory Leading Search for Next WNBA Commissioner
The WNBA has begun the search for its next commissioner as the league prepares for a leadership transition at the end of the year. The NBA has retained Excel Search & Advisory, formerly Nolan Partners, to identify a successor to Cathy Engelbert, according to The Athletic. The assignment comes as the league continues to experience
Bryant Group Fills Senior Position for Wabash College
Dallas-based executive search and talent development firm Bryant Group has placed Tyler J. Wade as dean for enrollment management at Wabash College. Mr. Wade, a 2012 Wabash graduate, has served as interim dean since June. This follows a nationwide search led by the firm’s president Chris Bingley. “One of the things that made him stand out in the field
Leathwaite Continues Partnership with St Marylebone School
London-based executive search firm Leathwaite is continuing its long-standing partnership with St Marylebone School in London, supporting students as they prepare for the next stages of their academic and professional journeys. The firm said the program is part of its community engagement efforts and reflects its commitment to social mobility and widening access to opportunity. St
Integrating Business and Talent Strategies: How Diagnostics Fuel Growth
As organizations face change, growth, and new leadership, one key question often arises: Is our talent strategy aligned with our business goals? A talent diagnostic assessment helps business leaders and boards understand how their current talent strategies support – or hinder – business growth, according to a just release report from DHR Global’s David Sheahan
Witt/Kieffer Strengthens Educational Leadership Council
Executive search firm Witt/Kieffer has added Daniel Fogel, former president of the University of Vermont, to its education leadership council. The council comprises former college and university presidents who provide consultative support for presidential transitions. Dr. Fogel has also joined the firm’s higher education and not-for-profit practices as of-counsel. “Dr. Fogel has an invaluable first-hand
Morgan Samuels Appoints Chief Human Capital Officer
Morgan Samuels Company, an L.A.-based executive recruiter, has named Soheila Ataei as chief human capital officer. In this newly created role, Ms. Ataei will be responsible for all aspects of the firm's internal human capital function and will oversee operational performance. Janice DiPietro, president of Morgan Samuels, said, “Soheila is a brilliant human capital professional
IHRIM Welcomes New Executive Committee
International Association for Human Resource Information Management (IHRIM) has announced the 2013 executive committee of the board of directors. Those elected to the executive committee are as follows: chairman of the board: Kevin Carlson, Ph.D., associate professor of management, Virginia Tech Pamplin College of Business; vice chairman: Damon Lovett, HRIP, HR systems consultant, Baylor Healthcare
Boyden Strengthens Global Financial Services Practice
Boyden has added Kate Quinn as a managing director in New York in the firm’s global financial services practice. Ms. Quinn recruits for C-level and senior executives for global investment banks, insurance companies, asset managers and hedge funds. In addition, she consults closely with clients on organizational mapping, business and professional assessments, compensation and market
Lumesse Names CEO
Lumesse, a global leader in integrated talent management solutions, has appointed Thomas Volk as its chief executive officer. Mr. Volk is an enterprise technology executive with a considerable track record. He started his career with HP in Germany and the U.K. before moving to the U.S. More recently, Mr. Volk has been leading Dell’s commercial
Braswell Nees Group Fills Sales Position for Dialogic
Braswell Nees Group has recruited Bill Crank as senior vice president of worldwide sales and services for Dialogic. Mr. Crank has served in a variety of senior sales roles in the telecommunications and wireless industries during his career, including positions at Metaswitch, Ubiquity, Jetstream and CI Wireless. Dialogic is a provider of products and technologies
Kronos Releases New Workforce Management Tools
Kronos Incorporated has announced new mobile applications for webTA, a workforce management solution that automates the tracking and management of U.S. federal government workers. Kronos also announced two additional products within the webTA solution, both of which provide enhanced data capture functionality. These new Kronos offerings are designed to help federal government agencies further control
AltoPartners Adds New Partners in China, Germany and Turkey
AltoPartners has added Foster Partners in China, Jack Russell Consulting in Germany and MKG & Partners in Turkey as its newest partners. Jean-Philippe Saint-Geours, chairman of AltoPartners, said: “In welcoming these new partners into our alliance, we are strengthening our partnership and offering our clients additional global reach and local experience – a truly compelling
DHR Grows Staff In India
DHR International has named Joylyn Largo-Afonso as executive vice president in the firm’s technology, telecom, and professional services practice in India. She is based in the firm’s Mumbai office. Ms. Largo-Afonso began her career with HSBC Mumbai and had a brief stint with Coca-Cola, before joining Korn/Ferry International in India in 1997, where she worked
Hulce Associates Completes Search for CyrusOne
Executive search firm Hulce Associates has placed Patricia McBratney as vice president and controller for CyrusOne. Ms. McBratney is a former senior manager at Deloitte. Colleen Hulce has recruited two other members of the senior management team and also recruited Gary Wojateszek to the CFO role at Cincinnati Bell, the parent company of CyrusOne, where
Talent Technology Corp. Joins SuccessFactors Partner Program
Talent Technology Corporation, a provider of component recruiting technologies for the recruiting/staffing industry and corporate HR departments, has joined SuccessFactors Partner Program as a SuccessSolution partner. The partnership enables SuccessFactors recruiting customers to extend the solution with key elements of the Talemetry Talent Generation software suite. “Talent Technology is excited to deliver a customized Talemetry
Korn Ferry Acquires PDI Ninth House
Korn/Ferry International has completed its acquisition of Minneapolis-based PDI Ninth House, a provider of leadership solutions. “We are pleased to announce the completion of Korn/Ferry’s acquisition of PDI Ninth House, a partnership that combines two of the top brands in talent management,” said Gary D. Burnison, CEO of Korn/Ferry International. “PDI Ninth House brings to
Caldwell Partners Announces CFO Transition
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has announced that Karen Richards, the company's chief financial officer, has decided to retire. Ms. Richards joined Caldwell Partners in 1992. "Throughout her 20 years of service to Caldwell Partners, Karen has been a key part of the company's growth and success," said John N. Wallace, chief
WinterWyman Expands HR Recruiting Services
Recruitment firm WinterWyman has announced the expansion of service capabilities in New York to include human resources contract staffing. “It is with great pleasure that WinterWyman announces we are adding HR contract staffing to our suite of services in the Manhattan marketplace,” said Scott Ragusa, president of WinterWyman contract staffing. “This growth is the result
Accelent Finds New COO For Cybersettle
Accelent, Inc. has recruited Alan Hurwitz as chief operating officer for Cybersettle, Inc. Mr. Hurwitz previously served as chief financial officer at eWayDirect. Cybersettle is a leader in accelerated dispute resolution. The firm’s PayMD solution is an innovative and proprietary online settlement and payment system for healthcare providers. Accelent is an executive talent acquisition and
Horton International USA Acquired by Marcum Group
Horton International USA has been acquired by the Marcum Group. The firm will continue to operate under the Horton International name. Horton International USA is headquartered in West Hartford, CT and is the U.S. partner of Horton International, a global retained executive search organization with more than 40 offices throughout Europe, Asia, Latin America and
Diversified Search Names General Counsel
Diversified Search has named Anthony J. Frick as its vice president and general counsel. Mr. Frick was previously at Dechert LLP, an international law firm, where he focused his practice on mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions, corporate finance and public company reporting and governance issues. "We are delighted to welcome Tony, who will take
Pepin Consulting Grows Staff
Human capital consulting firm Pepin Consulting has added Kelli Cruz as managing director in San Francisco. She will oversee Pepin’s expanding human capital planning practice and the design and implementation of specialized talent management solutions. Ms. Cruz brings human capital management knowledge for advisory firms from her experiences at Schwab Advisor Services where she pioneered
Greenwich Harbor Partners Recruits EVP for Estrella TV
Greenwich Harbor Partners has placed Judy Kenny as executive vice president of network sales and marketing for Estrella TV at Liberman Broadcasting. Ms. Kenny is a media veteran who has held senior sales roles at Univision, MyNetwork TV, Zoom and ABC. LBI is the largest privately held, Spanish-language broadcaster in the United States based on
PrincetonOne Merges with Management Recruiters of Myrtle Beach, Inc.
PrincetonOne, a total recruitment services provider based in Skillman, NJ, has merged with Management Recruiters of Myrtle Beach, Inc. The merger will broaden PrincetonOne’s southeastern U.S. market presence and further expand its team of dedicated recruitment professionals. Since 1996, Management Recruiters of Myrtle Beach has provided management and executive-level recruiting services to meet the hiring
ChampionScott Partners Launches Digital Content and eLearning Practice
Executive search firm ChampionScott Partners has launched its digital content and eLearning practice. “Businesses, consumers and students will continue to access content online and the industry must be in a position to support the demand,” said CEO Geoff Champion. “ChampionScott Partners was an early adopter in this sector beginning in 2003 with our first client.
IRC Adds New Executive Board Member
IRC Global Executive Search Partners (IRC) has added San Diego-based Warren R. Carter (The QualiFind Group) as a new executive board member. The QualiFind Group is a multi-practice executive search and recruitment firm with branch offices, search consultants and research staff throughout the U.S. and Mexico. It has three separate practices, focused on agribusiness, food
JDG Associates Fills HR Post for CNA
Executive search firm JDG Associates Ltd. has placed Pearl Mihara as vice president of human resources at CAN, a not-for-profit research and analysis organization. Ms. Mihara formerly served as SVP of HR for Engility. As CNA’s vice president of HR, she has leadership and operating management responsibility for all HR and organizational effectiveness affairs, including
OneWire Releases Posts & Search Capabilities
OneWire, a provider of career and talent management services, has announced the release of Post & Search, a tool that provides a seamless, easy-to-use entry point for finding skilled finance candidates. The new product combines the power of job posting with the control and accuracy of candidate search into a single product. Skiddy von Stade,
Hobbs & Towne Finds New CEO for ViSole Energy
Hobbs & Towne, Inc. (HTI), an executive search firm specializing in the alternative energy and clean technology sector, has placed Len Jornlin as chief executive officer of ViSole Energy. Mr. Jornlin is founder and CEO of Empower Energies LLC and a former senior executive at SunEdison LLC. Hobbs & Towne senior partner, Wes Goldstein, said:
Nearly One In Five Will Look for New Jobs in Coming Months
With the unemployment rate at the lowest it has been in more than three and a half years, employee confidence appears to be stabilizing. According to the Glassdoor Q4 Employment Confidence Survey, nearly half (48 percent) of employees (including those self-employed) expect their company's outlook to stay the same in the next six months —
PeopleFluent Adds New SVP Sales
Peoplefluent, a provider of solutions for talent management, vendor management and workforce compliance and diversity, has appointed Gregg Monastiero as senior vice president of sales. In this position, Mr. Monastiero will have responsibility for direct and channel sales for the company’s Talent Management, Vendor Management and Workforce Planning and Analytics product lines in North America
Diversified Search Adds Healthcare Practice Leader
Diversified Search has added Martha C. Hauser as healthcare practice leader for the southern region based in Atlanta. Ms. Hauser’s executive search career accomplishments include opening the Atlanta office for Witt Kieffer in 1997 and serving as a regional director and a board member of the firm. She was also the regional industry specialist for
Sanford Rose Associates — Salt Lake City — Opens
The Sanford Rose Associates Executive Search Network has expanded its footprint with the opening of Sanford Rose Associates – Salt Lake City. Peg Newman is president and founder of Qualified Associates, an established search firm with over two decades of history in recruitment in accounting & finance, construction & real estate, engineering, insurance, and oil
Martin Partners Fills Position for Cambridge International
Executive search firm Martin Partners has placed Augustin Loya as international sales director at Cambridge International. Prior to joining Cambridge, Mr. Loya was the Latin America sales manager at Dorner Manufacturing Corp.Cambridge International is a manufacturing company specializing in food processing conveyor belt solutions. Chicago-headquartered Martin Partners provides executive search services to a wide array
CareerCurve Acquires Robin Raybuck & Associates
CareerCurve LLC, a Cleveland-based career transition services throughout North America, has acquired Robin Raybuck & Associates. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Robin Raybuck & Associates will significantly add to CareerCurve’s progress toward establishing a leading position in Northeast Ohio. The company, founded by Robin Raybuck, offers a comprehensive suite of career transition
