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Merging Behavioral Analysis with Personality Insights in Executive Search
Executive hiring goes far beyond resumes—it requires understanding how leaders think, act, and respond under pressure. Executive hiring demands more than assessing experience and qualifications; it requires a deeper understanding of who the candidate is and how they behave in critical moments, according to a report from TRANSEARCH’s Asianet Consultants. The study, authored by Brant
GHP Search Fills Board Positions for Teach For America New York
GHP Search, formerly known as Greenwich Harbor Partners, was recently retained by Teach For America New York to assist in expanding its board of directors. New members identified by GHP include Haidee Lee, Partner, global co-head of financial sponsor M&A at Goldman Sachs, Scott Mullins, managing director, general manager, AWS Worldwide Financial Services at Amazon Web Services, Kevin Pemberton, managing director, senior strategy
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.
JDG Associates Retained by the Institute for Defense Analyses for General Counsel Search
Rockville, MD-based executive search firm JDG Associates has been retained by the Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) to lead its search for a general counsel based in Alexandria, VA. Reporting directly to the president and CEO, the general counsel serves as IDA’s chief legal officer and secretary of the Corporation, with responsibility spanning legal counsel and
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?
CarterBaldwin Assists Ideal Tridon Group with Chief Information Officer Search
CarterBaldwin Executive Search has helped to recruit Shane Dacus as chief information officer of Ideal Tridon Group, a portfolio company of Nautic Partners and global provider of engineered clamps, brackets, fittings, and metal framing systems. Mr. Dacus brings more than 25 years of technology leadership across industrial, manufacturing, and PE-backed platforms, with a consistent record of elevating IT
Lindauer Recruits CEO for Penn State Alumni Association
Lindauer has placed Reggie Bustinza as associate vice president for alumni relations and chief executive officer of the Penn State Alumni Association. He was selected after a nationwide search to succeed Paul Clifford, who departed Penn State in January 2025. The search was led by Lindauer executive vice president Faith Montgomery and senior consultant Raegan Harvey in partnership with Penn State. “Lindauer
Why M&A Success Is Ultimately a Talent Challenge
In its latest market intelligence findings, The Role of HR in M&A: 5 Golden Rules for CHROs, Spencer Stuart argues that many transactions fail not because of flawed strategy, but because of shortcomings in leadership, culture, talent retention, and organizational execution. While financial and operational diligence often dominate deal planning, the firm’s research suggests that people-related
Greenwood Asher & Associates Leading Chief Marketing Officer Search for the College of Charleston
Miramar Beach, FL-based executive recruitment firm Greenwood Asher & Associates (GA&A) is currently seeking a chief marketing officer and vice president for marketing and communications for the College of Charleston. Kyle Pybus-Jerome and Jeremy Duff are leading the assignment. The College of Charleston seeks a strategic and innovative marketing executive to lead an integrated marketing and communications enterprise that
EMA Partners India Acquires Recruitment Process Outsourcing Services Provider Taggd
Executive search and leadership recruitment platform EMA Partners India has acquired recruitment process outsourcing services provider Taggd in an all-cash deal valued at Rs 113 crore. The all-cash acquisition aims to create an integrated talent recruitment platform offering executive search, professional search and AI-powered recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) solutions at scale. Taggd will continue to
NGS Global Expands in London
Wilmington, DE-headquartered executive search firm NGS Global has expanded with the additions of Daniel Yeates and George Balfour as managing directors in London. “Daniel and George are accomplished executive search professionals with deep expertise in the technology and digital sectors,” said David Nosal, chairman and managing partner. “They each bring outstanding client and candidate relationships built over decades
Leadership Challenges Intensify as Organizations Confront AI, Talent, and Economic Uncertainty
Organizations are operating in an increasingly complex environment where economic uncertainty, workforce challenges, AI adoption, and digital transformation are converging to reshape leadership priorities. Kestria’s second annual global leadership survey builds on the themes that emerged in last year’s research; highlighting how rapidly the leadership landscape continues to evolve. Based on responses from more than
Riviera Partners Acquires Lateral Labs
San Francisco-based Riviera Partners, a recruitment provider specializing in C-level engineering, product, and design leader placements, has acquired Lateral Labs, a specialized recruiting firm serving top AI startups. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. “The acquisition comes as companies remain challenged to meet the demand of organizational AI readiness,” the firm said. “Adding Lateral Labs positions Riviera Partners
Marovi Assists Congruex with CFO Search
Working in partnership with Atlanta-GA-based Marovi, Congruex, a provider of digital infrastructure engineering and construction services, appointed Jim Stanley as CFO. He reports to Congruex’s co-founder, president, and CEO, Kevin O’Hara. The appointment comes amid strong and sustained growth at Congruex as it plans to continue to capitalize on macro tailwinds, including AI and data center
Brettschneider Executive Search Seeking Inaugural SVP of Advancement for Wilmington University
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been retained by Wilmington University (WilmU) to lead in its search for an inaugural senior vice president of advancement to lead the University’s next phase of philanthropic growth. Reporting to WilmU president LaVerne Harmon, the SVP will partner closely with the president, board and University leaders to advance the University’s strategic
August Leadership Expands in London
August Leadership has expanded with the addition of Honor Pollok as a partner in London. Ms. Pollok brings over 20 years of executive search and leadership experience. She has led numerous high-profile placements in chair, non-executive director, CEO and the full spectrum of C-suite roles. Her search expertise spans key commercial, financial, creative, human resource, functional,
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Spotlight New Approach to Recruiter Training
As the executive search industry faces mounting pressure to improve performance and consistency, firms are increasingly reevaluating how recruiters are trained and developed. Hunt Scanlon and its HSiQ talent intelligence advisory unit recently launched a new Recruiter Performance Training Program designed to bring greater structure, commercial rigor, and scalability to recruiter development in an industry long driven by
Building Team Alignment in an Era of Continuous Change
Ask any team to describe its top strategic priorities and you will often get as many answers as there are people in the room. The problem is not that the strategy hasn’t been communicated, according to recent report from AIIR Consulting. “The problem is that it was communicated into an environment that has since shifted
Isaacson, Miller Helps Recruit 28th President for Texas A&M
Boston-based Isaacson, Miller has assisted in the recruitment of Susan Ballabina as the 28th president of Texas A&M. Andy Lee and Julie Filizetti, led search with Raul Bernal and Luciano Zuniga, and Madeline Fitzpatrick. The members of the Board of Regents conducted a national search that produced a strong pool of candidates. Dr. Ballabina emerged through that process based on her experience, her understanding of
BarkerGilmore Recruits General Counsel for American Credit Acceptance
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has placed Debra Noll as general counsel at American Credit Acceptance. The search was led by Stephen Bell and Alison Waters. “Deb is exceptionally well-positioned to support American Credit Acceptance as it continues to grow and adapt in a complex environment,” BarkerGilmore said in a LinkedIn
Kincannon & Reed Appoints VP of Marketing and Business Development
Kincannon & Reed (K&R), which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has expanded with the addition of Dan Evans as vice president of marketing and business development. “Dan brings a strong background in building brands, driving growth, and connecting strategy to execution,” said Stephanie Liska, president of Kincannon & Reed. “Throughout his career,
Women Founders Gain Ground in Human Capital M&A
A meaningful shift has been unfolding across the executive search industry. Over the past decade, a growing number of highly specialized boutiques have been founded and led by women, many of whom built successful careers within larger firms before launching businesses of their own. What is becoming increasingly clear is that investors are paying attention.
Private Equity Recruiting – Return on Investment: Creating Value with Talent
Talent has become a defining driver of performance in private equity, shaping how firms manage risk, execute strategy, and deliver sustained returns. As deal cycles tighten and value creation depends increasingly on operational excellence, leadership quality and organizational design are no longer secondary considerations — they are central to how firms source, underwrite, and scale
AGB Search Seeking Chief Information Technology Officer for Slippery Rock University
Washington, D.C.-based recruitment firm AGB Search, which specializes in higher education leadership assignments, has been retained by Slippery Rock University to lead in its search for a chief information technology officer (CITO). Kimberly Templeton, Margaret Plympton, and Anne Hoffman are leading the assignment. This leader serves as the University’s senior technology executive, providing strategic vision, leadership, and executive
The Talent Studios Recruits Chief Marketing Officer for Pura Vida Miami
The Talent Studios has recruited Bruno Cardinali as chief marketing officer of Pura Vida Miami, the premium all-day café and lifestyle brand focused on health, wellness and community. The search was led by Katlyn Maloney and Jeremy Cohen. Mr. Cardinali brings more than two decades of marketing leadership across fast casual, foodservice, beverage, and global consumer brands. Most recently, as
JM Search Expands Technology and Financial Services Practices
JM Search, a senior-level talent provider serving private equity investors, portfolio companies, and Fortune 1000s, has expanded with the additions of Wes Chisholm as partner and Laura Bennstrom and Charles Telep as principals within its technology and financial services practices. Mr. Chisholm and Mr. Telep join the firm’s technology practice while Ms. Bennstrom joins both the financial
How The Tolan Group Navigated the Downturn and Remained Focused
For many executive search firms, 2024 and 2025 tested resilience in ways few could have predicted. At The Tolan Group (TTG), they experienced the same pressures felt across the industry. Slower decision cycles, delayed starts, and a noticeable dip in portfolio company hiring activity. Yet through that uncertainty, one thing remained constant: our commitment to
Korn Ferry Reports Seven Percent Q4 and Full-Year Revenue Growth, Led by Double-Digit Gains in Professional Search & Interim
Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) has posted Q4 fiscal-year revenues of $759.8 million, a year-over-year increase of seven percent and five percent at constant currency. This was led by Professional Search & Interim up 14 percent, followed by Executive Search and Consulting, both up seven percent and RPO up five percent. During the fourth quarter, revenues rose by
Lock Search Group Leading CEO Search for Atlas Sign & Awning
Toronto-headquartered executive recruitment firm Lock Search Group is currently seeking a new CEO for Atlas Sign & Awning. For over 30 years, Atlas Sign & Awning has helped businesses across Canada and the United States stand out through custom commercial signage, awnings, and branded architectural elements. Based in Langley, BC, they’ve built a strong reputation for quality
Anthem Executive Assists the University of Montevallo With President Search
Anthem Executive has assisted in the recruitment of Michelle R. Johnston as the first female president of the University of Montevallo (UM). Michael Ballew, Scott Watson, Mike “JR” Wheless, and Florene Stawowy led the assignment. Dr. Johnston has served as the president of Georgia Southwestern State University since 2024. Prior to her current presidency, she served as president of three other higher education
Egon Zehnder Appoints New CEO
Leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder has appointed Francesco Buquicchio as its new CEO, effective November 1. He succeeds Edilson Camara, following a strategic leadership transition and succession planning process. Mr. Buquicchio will be the seventh person to serve as CEO in Egon Zehnder’s 60-year history. The process to appoint a new CEO was headed by chair Michael
UPMO Adds Former Taleo Exec to Staff
UpMo, a provider of social talent management, has added Robert Tsao to its executive team as vice president of strategy and business development. Mr. Tsao will be responsible for leading corporate strategy and establishing a partner ecosystem that helps UpMo users increase their value and internal mobility. Most recently, Mr. Tsao served as the senior
DavenportMajor to Lead Search for Apricus Biosciences
DavenportMajor Executive Search has been selected by Apricus Biosciences to lead in its search for a new chief operating/business officer. Apricus Bio is a San Diego-based, revenue-generating pharmaceutical company, with commercial products and a broad pipeline across numerous therapeutic classes. DavenportMajor is an executive search firm which specializes in senior executive and board of director
CareerCast.com/JobSerf Index Gains Momentum in August
The CareerCast.com/JobSerf Employment Index, which measures managerial recruitment activity online, rose 11.1 points in August, rebounding after a downturn in hiring last month. The Index has gained positive momentum and is 33 points higher than it was in August 2009. While August is typically a slow hiring month with many executives taking summer vacation, overall
Cloud Technologists Among In-Demand C-Level Executives
C-level executives with technical ability and proven leadership track records are in short supply, according to the quarterly Boyden Executive Outlook. Within the financial services industry, retail banking, fin tech, wealth management, risk & compliance and research are among the areas of more active recruitment. In addition, the emerging markets, particularly Russia, China, Asia and
Dillistone Launches FFMobile
Dillistone Systems, a global supplier of software for executive recruiters, has announced the availability of FFMobile – the next generation web app designed to allow executive search professionals to access information on candidates, clients and projects. FFMobile was designed to be device agnostic, meaning that users may interact from virtually any modern device – including
B.E. Smith to Lead Search for WNH
Executive recruiting firm B.E. Smith has been selected by William Newton Hospital (WNH) to begin a national search for a new chief executive officer. WNH is located in Winfield, Kansas. Founded in 1978, B. E. Smith is a full-service leadership solutions firm for healthcare providers.
Buller Group Launches Training Program for Recruiting Military Veterans
The Buller Group, a human capital services and recruiting firm, has launched The Certified Veteran Recruiter (CVR) Program, a new industry accredited, two-day training course that provides professional recruiters with the expertise needed for skillful veteran talent acquisition. The CVR Program is designed to establish competency in all aspects of the recruiting lifecycle as they
Frazer Jones Names Senior Consultant
Global HR recruiter Frazer Jones has tapped Emma Dewfall to serve as a senior consultant where she will focus on recruiting permanent executive level roles in the financial & professional services division. Ms. Dewfall previously served as a consultant with Piper Pritchard Associates. “Emma is a fantastic addition to Frazer Jones; she brings a wealth
TalentFusion Strengthens Team
TalentFusion, a provider of recruitment process outsourcing services, has named Mark Lukens as senior vice president. Mr. Lukens served as an executive with Augustine, an RPO firm recently acquired by TalentFusion, from 2004 to 2009 and an advisor from 2010 to 2012. He played a critical role in developing Augustine into a well-regarded global provider
Harris Search Associates Fills Position for Phoenix Contact
Dublin, Ohio-based Harris Search Associates has placed Spencer Bolgard as vice president and general manager USA at industrial automation leader Phoenix Contact, Inc. Mr. Bolgard was previously vice president, marketing and sales, Cooper Connection at Cooper Industries Ltd.Founded in 1997, Harris Search Associates is a member of IIC Partners with 53 offices in 38 countries
Alexander Mann Solutions Grows Team
Alexander Mann Solutions, a London-based global recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) firm, has appointed Nina Bosco as a head of sourcing intelligence. Ms. Bosco previously served as a recruitment manager at easyJet. “Any business that wants to stay competitive is working on harnessing the power of data. The best businesses are being very proactive in the
DHR Adds To Life Sciences Practice
DHR International has added John Spencer as executive vice president and life sciences practice leader of North America in the firm’s San Francisco office. Mr. Spencer will also serve as a member of the board and CEO, life sciences, healthcare, venture & private equity, and CFO practice groups. Prior to joining DHR International, he was
Accelent Finds Chief Product Officer for Fluid Inc.
Accelent, Inc. has placed Neil Patil as chief product officer of Fluid Inc. Previously, Mr. Patil served as chief marketing officer at Overtone, where he led the company's product strategy and marketing efforts resulting in adoption of customer and social listening programs by Fortune 100 retail, financial, and technology companies. Accelent is an executive talent
Kenexa Acquires by IBM
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has been acquired by International Business Machines Corporation for $46.00 per share in cash in a transaction valued at approximately $1.3 billion. Pending shareholder approval and satisfaction of regulatory and closing conditions, the transaction is expected to be completed during the fourth calendar quarter.
Pedersen & Partners Names Head of Lagos Office
Executive search firm Pedersen & Partners has named Gbenga Olufeyisan as the new country manager to run its Lagos office. Mr. Olufeyisan joins Pedersen & Partners with a solid background in recruitment and HR advisory, As a recruitment consultant, he has worked for clients focused on it & telecommunications, oil & gas and FMCG industries.
AIMS International Elects VP, Americas
AIMS International has selected Bernardo Entschev to serve as its vice president, Americas. Mr. Entschev is CEO of a Brazilian human resources company De Bernt Entschev Human Capital. With 350 consultants in 90 offices in over 50 countries, AIMS International is a global search organization of independently owned and managed executive search firms who work
More Employers Planning to Change HR Structures
Facing growing pressures to deliver HR services more efficiently and effectively, an increasing number of global organizations expect to change the structure of their HR functions within the next couple of years, according to an annual survey conducted by global professional services company Towers Watson. Forty-four percent of the 628 global organizations surveyed indicated they
Lucas Group Expands NY Accounting and Finance Office
Search firm Lucas Group has named Christian Novissimo as managing partner for the firm's New York accounting and finance office. Mr. Novissimo comes to Lucas Group with 14 years experience in accounting, sales and executive recruiting working for Robert Half and Green Key Resources. “Christian brings outstanding knowledge of the A&F marketplace and superb interpersonal
Raines International Fills Positions for SMS/800
New York City-based Raines International Inc. has recruited William Carter as the new chief technology officer for SMS/800. This follows the recent placement of Thomas FitzGerald as chief executive officer. Mr. Carter previously served as senior vice president of global operations, engineering and software for PTGi. Mr. FitzGerald most recently was the vice president and
Bond International Software Opens New Office in Singapore
Recruitment software provider Bond International Software has opened a new office in Singapore to expand its reach in the Asia-Pacific region. The company had previously launched operations Japan and Shanghai in 2009 and 2011. Steve Russell, CEO of Bond International Software, said: “We are firmly committed to developing our services in this vibrant and burgeoning
Korn Ferry Grows San Francisco Team
Korn/Ferry International has named Mike Lynch as a senior client Partner in the global technology practice. He will be based in the firm’s San Francisco office. Mr. Lynch joins Korn/Ferry from Spencer Stuart, where he co-led the global clean technology practice and was a member of the technology, communications & media practice as well as
Mansfield & Associates Strengthens Minneapolis Office
Mansfield & Associates, Ltd., a research driven executive search firm with offices in Cleveland; Fort Myers, FL; Minneapolis, MN; Budapest, Hungary, has added Jay Sjostrom as vice president in its Minneapolis, MN office. Mr. Sjostrom previously served as an executive search consultant at LarsonAllen LLP. His practice includes a variety of functional roles, including director
Clarey/Napier Places Global Head of Talent Acquisition/Resources for BG Group
Houston-based Clarey/Napier International has recruited Arelys Naranjo as global head of talent acquisition/resourcing for BG Group, a U.K.-based global energy company. Previously, Ms. Naranjo served as director of talent acquisition (Western Hemisphere) at Baker Hughes Inc. The search was led by partner Bill Clarey. Founded in 1998, Clarey/Napier International is an executive search firm specializing
CareerCast.com Launches Three New Job Networks
CareerCast.com has launched three new niche networks to bring job seekers and employers in the energy, trucking and construction fields together in a more efficient and affordable manner. In addition to thousands of jobs, each network has a growing library of articles, videos, and other content to help job seekers find the ideal job or
Mediatum Grows U.S. Staff
Mediatum, a European-based executive search firm specializing in life sciences, has named Patrice Young as senior partner. Ms. Young brings over 20 years professional experience that has included senior-level positions in law firms and global executive search companies. As senior partner at Mediatum, her responsibilities will include contributing to business development and the expansion of
Cornerstone International Adds Human Impact Ltd. in Israel
Global executive search firm Cornerstone International Group has added Human Impact Ltd. to conduct searches in Israel. The firm is owned and managed by its founders, Efrat & Eli Shapira, and provides high-end human resource solutions, addressing the needs of companies ranging from multinational corporations to small scale businesses seeking to expand or enrich their
AgriFind to Lead CEO Search for AGP
AgriFind Executive Search has been retained by Ag Processing, Inc. (AGP) to find a new president and chief executive officer for the $4 billion agricultural cooperative. Current President and CEO, Marty Reagan, has informed the company of his plan to retire later this year. AGP is a regionally federated agricultural cooperative with the distinction of
Carmichael Fisher Announces Promotion
Executive search firm Carmichael Fisher has promoted Daniel Murphy to co-practice head for the banking and financial services practice across the Middle East. Mr. Murphy will have responsibility for the development of the banking team across the MEA region. Mr. Murphy spent six years with Robert Half International prior to joining Carmichael Fisher in late
Witt/Kieffer Appoints Co-Leaders Of Its Life Sciences Practice
Executive search firm Witt/Kieffer has added John McLean managing director, central region, and co-leader of the life sciences practice. Most recently, Mr. McLean served as executive vice president at DHR International in Chicago, where he co-founded the executive search firm's life sciences practice. While at DHR, he also specialized in healthcare, technology, media and financial
Heidrick & Struggles Adds to Industrial Practice
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has named Frank Morogiello as partner within the industrial practice. He is based in the firm's Dallas office. Mr. Morogiello will be serving industrial clients globally, focusing on key relationships within aviation and the broader business community. He comes to Heidrick & Struggles with more than 30
Boyden Retained by Triathlon Australia
Boyden has been selected by Triathlon Australia to provide executive recruiting services for the organization’s national performance director. The global search will be led by Michael Catlow, veteran sports industry search leader and managing director of Boyden Australia in Melbourne, and Anne Stuckey, executive director of Boyden Australia in Sydney. “Having successfully conducted a CEO
