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Holden Richardson Recruits VP of HR for IDEX Corporation
Holden Richardson has assisted in the recruitment of Harsha Landen as vice president, human resources at NYSE-traded IDEX Corp., where she now leads the company’s Pneumatics platform. Ms. Landen has HR leadership experience from organizations such as Thermo Fisher Scientific, Quest Diagnostics, and BD, where she led global teams and transformational HR initiatives. She has experience
DHR Global Adds Partner in Chicago
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has grown its search staff with the addition of Trista McCarthy as a partner. Based in Chicago, she brings over 25 years of experience in executive search, with a focus on senior-level placements across large public clients and mid-market private equity-backed businesses in the services and industrial sectors. “We are excited to welcome
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.
Bell Oaks Executive Search Seeking Chief Finance and Administrative Officer for the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation
Atlanta-based Bell Oaks Executive Search is currently seeking a chief finance and administrative officer (CFAO) for the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation (WRF). The assignment is being led by partner Cynthia J. Moreland and senior search consultant Abi Gamino. The CFAO will serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and a key member of the executive
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?
Leadership Advisory Enters a New Capital Cycle
Private capital is making one of its strongest moves yet into the leadership advisory sector. Recent investments by KKR in ghSMART and Advent International in Heidrick & Struggles represent more than headline transactions. Together, they signal a growing conviction among investors that leadership advisory firms occupy a unique position within the modern enterprise, helping organizations navigate leadership succession, organizational effectiveness, talent assessment, and
Crist|Kolder Places CFO at Mondelēz International
Crist|Kolder Associates has placed Amit Banati as executive vice president and chief financial officer of NASDAQ-traded Mondelēz International in Chicago. He will report directly to Dirk Van de Put, chair and CEO, and will be a member of the Mondelēz International leadership team. “Amit is a highly experienced CFO who brings a strong blend of financial leadership
Why Searches Lose Discipline Late and How to Prevent It
Even well-run executive searches can lose focus as the process unfolds and pressure to reach a decision begins to mount. Without consistent alignment around the original mandate, organizations risk making compromises that can undermine long-term leadership success. Most executive searches start with real clarity, a recent report from Nashville, TN-based executive search firm Morgan Samuels Company’s
NPAG Assists Proteus Fund with CEO Search
Executive search firm NPAG has assisted in the recruitment of Amardeep Singh the new president and CEO of Proteus Fund and Proteus Action League. He will officially assume the role in September. The Proteus Fund board of directors selected Mr. Singh following a rigorous national search supported by NPAG. The search was led by Ellen LaPointe, Ebony Breaux-Liang, and Andres Marcuse-Gonzalez. “On
Bullhorn Names Chief Innovation and Labs Officer and Chief Corporate Development Officer
Recruiting software provider Bullhorn recently appointed Jason Heilman as chief innovation and labs officer and Ryan Murphy as chief corporate development officer. As members of the executive leadership team, they will help drive the company’s next wave of growth and innovation. Mr. Heilman joined Bullhorn in 2020 when the company acquired Herefish, the automation platform he led
5 Ways to Evaluate a Job Offer in 2026
In today’s hiring market, the strongest job offer isn’t always the one with the biggest paycheck. Candidates who treat their next move as a base-salary math problem usually leave real money behind, according to a recent report from Lyneer Search Group, an executive talent acquisition firm specializing in finance and executive roles. The smarter approach, and the
McDermott + Bull Recruits Chief Technology Officer for JenaValve Technology
Irvine, CA-based McDermott + Bull has placed Edward Sarnowski as chief technology officer of JenaValve Technology, Inc. in Irvine, CA. The search was completed by partner Ken Dropiewski, and executive recruiter Michael Matranga. “Ed’s appointment marks an important step in the evolution of JenaValve as a company,” said John Kilcoyne, CEO of JenaValve. “With FDA approval now behind us and
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
Korn Ferry to Acquire AMS in $1.1 Billion Talent Solutions Deal
Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) has entered into a definitive agreement with OMERS Private Equity to acquire U.K.-headquartered AMS. The transaction will combine Korn Ferry’s expertise across search, talent & organizational solutions, and workforce solutions with AMS’s expertise in recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), early careers and campus recruiting, contingent workforce solutions, consulting, and skills creation. The combination will
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,
A Look at the Importance of Proper Background Checks for Executive Search
Background checks are an important part of the hiring process. They can help confirm that candidates have the experience and education they claim to have. This includes verification of education, employment history, professional licenses, and certifications. Background checks can help identify candidates with a history of financial irresponsibility or fraudulent activities. This is important when hiring for senior
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
Bluesteps Announces New Partnerships with Business Schools
BlueSteps, a career management service of the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC), has announced new partnerships with top business schools around the world as part of its ongoing Business School Program. New Business School partners include: Melbourne Business School (Australia), Macquarie Graduate School of Management (Australia), The University of Hong Kong (Hong Kong), Queen's
iMomentous Strengthens Staff with Recruiting Veteran
iMomentous, a mobile technology platform that enables companies to recruit, retain and engage their talent, has named Ed Newman as vice president of strategy. Leveraging more than two decades of HR and talent management expertise, Mr. Newman is responsible for developing innovative strategies that ensure iMomentous retains its position as the leader in mobile recruitment
Carrington & Carrington Places Chief HR Officer at George Washington University
Search firm Carrington & Carrington, LTD. has recruited Sabrina Ellis as the new chief human resources officer at George Washington University. Ms. Ellis joins the George Washington University from the City College of New York, CUNY, where she serves as assistant vice president of human resources and chief human resources officer. Headquartered in Chicago, with
Dice Records Eight Percent Q2 Revenue Gain
Dice Holdings, Inc./(NYSE:DHX), a career website for technology and engineering professionals, has recorded revenues of $48.5 million, an increase of eight percent from $44.9 million in the comparable quarter of 2011. Recruitment activity was varied by service and geography throughout the second quarter. Dice.com's revenues increased 14 percent year-over-year, while Rigzone grew 25 percent year-over-year.
Diversified Search Grows San Francisco Office
Diversified Search has named David Lundgren as a managing director in its San Francisco office. Mr. Lundgren was previously a principal at HLT Partners in Madison, Wisconsin, a company focused on the valuation and acquisition of property casualty and life insurance companies. He has also worked for CUNA Mutual Group as COO; Fireman's Fund Insurance
Riviera Partners Adds New Principal Recruiters
Riviera Partners, a provider recruiting services for the San Francisco Bay Area, Silicon Valley, Los Angeles and New York, has added Ashish Raina and Austin Brizendine as principal recruiters. Mr. Raina will help grow Riviera Partners' recently created premium service, an offering that will aid technology startups successfully establish full teams by identifying and recruiting
Caldwell Partners Fills Post for InterMune, Inc.
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has placed Martyn Webster as vice president of finance and chief administrative officer of InterMune, Inc. Mr. Webster formerly served as interim chief financial officer of Liveclicker, Inc. The search was led my partner Michael Ballenger. InterMune is a biotechnology company focused on the research, development and
Kforce Posts 10 Percent Q2 Revenue Gain
Kforce Inc./(NASDAQ:KFRC), a provider of professional staffing services and solutions, announced second quarter of 2012 revenue of $274.1 million, an increase of 10.5 percent from $248 million in revenues a year ago. The company recorded net income of $8.9 million, or $0.24 per share, versus $4.1 million, or $0.12 per share, a year ago. David
Executive Confidence Falls By 10 Percent
Only 26 percent of global executives hold a positive attitude about the job market after the first six months of 2012, a 10 percent drop from January of this year, and a decrease of 38 percent compared to July 2011, according to the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC). The slow recovery of the global
CDI Corp. Posts Small Revenue Rise; MRI Up Five Percent
CDI Corp./(NYSE:CDI), a provider of IT-focused recruitment solutions, posted second quarter revenues of $274.4 million, an increase of 4.4 percent from revenues of $262.7 million in the prior year quarter. The company reported net earnings of $5 million, or $0.25 per diluted share, versus net income of $12 million, or $0.62 per diluted share, last
RedPrairie Corp. Acquires Vortex Connect
RedPrairie Corporation, a global supply chain and retail technology provider, has acquired Toronto-based Vortex Connect, a supplier of mobile workforce management solutions. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. The combination of assets – RedPrairie Enterprise Workforce Management (EWFM) and the Vortex mobility platform – creates a single provider of mobile-enabled solutions that manage
Spencer Stuart To Lead Search For Claire’s Stores
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been selected by Claire’s Stores to lead in its search for a new president of North America. Jay Friedman, current president of Claire's Stores North America, has resigned effective immediately. Claire's Stores is one of the world's leading specialty retailers of fashionable accessories and jewelry at affordable prices for
Monster’s Revenues Fall 12 Percent; Shares Reach Lowest Level Ever
Monster Worldwide, Inc./(NYSE:MWW) has posted revenues of $237 million for the second quarter ended June 30, 2012, compared with $270 million in the comparable quarter of 2011, a 12 percent decline. Shares of Monster plunged to their lowest point ever after the release of its Q2 numbers. Global Careers revenue of $217 million compared to
Northern Recruitment Group Names Executive Search Consultant
Northern Recruitment Group (NRG) has named Lorna Madden as an executive search consultant. Ms. Madden joins the executive search and selection team and will be offering interim executive recruitment solutions. Having spent the last five years working on professional IT and transformation contract roles within NRG, her move into NRG’s Executive Search and Selection team
Change Recruitment Group Adds to Glasgow Office
Scotland-based independent recruitment consultancy Change Recruitment Group has added Tariq Chishti as its new divisional manager in Glasgow. Mr. Chishti has spent the last eight and a half years at recruitment firm Hays, where he was business director for their sales and marketing and retail divisions in Scotland. His new role at Change involves leading
Millennium Search Grows Recruiting Team
Millennium Search, a boutique recruiting firm based in Charlotte, NC, has added Jane Gimbel as a senior executive recruiter. Ms. Gimbel has over 15 years of experience as a recruiting professional, with a background that includes technical, sales, and marketing roles. She joins the firm from Progress Software, a global software company providing enterprise data
Allegis Partners Selects Montage Talent
Global retained executive search firm Allegis Partners has teamed with Montage Talent, a provider of video interviewing solutions, to enhance and expand its services for clients. Committed to providing innovative solutions, Allegis Group Services selected Montage based upon its ease-of-use and focus on the candidate experience through the hiring process. “We are excited to partner
Cornerstone OnDemand Posts 54 Percent Revenue Gain
Talent management software provider Cornerstone OnDemand Inc. has posted gross revenue for the second quarter of 2012 of $26.7 million, representing a 54 percent year-over-year increase compared to the same period in 2011. Bookings, which Cornerstone defines as gross revenue plus the change in deferred revenue for the period, were $31.5 million for the second
Cook Associates Places CISO at Wells Fargo
Chicago-based Cook Associates Executive Search has placed Rich Baich as chief information security officer at Wells Fargo & Company. The search was co-led by managing directors Kevin Parker and Harry Wilson. Mr. Baich will join Wells Fargo from Deloitte and Touche LLP, where he led the Global Cyber Threat and Vulnerability Management Practice. Wells Fargo
CTPartners Posts Modest Uptick In Revenue
CTPartners Executive Search Inc./(NYSE:CTP) posted second quarter 2012 net revenue of $33.8 million, a two percent increase from $33.1 million a year ago. The firm reported growth in two sectors, consumer and financial, but clearly finding paths to sustained growth remains difficult. Tough times, indeed, are beseeching some of the nation's largest executive search firms.
Major, Lindsey & Africa Names Global Practice Leader
Search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa has named Jeffrey A. Lowe as global practice leader of the law firm practice group, a strategic alliance of MLA's partner, associate and law firm management practice groups. “Jeffrey is uniquely qualified to serve as the global practice leader of the law firm practice group," said John Cashman, partner
Allen Austin Selected by Viropharma Incorporated
Allen Austin Global Executive Search has been retained by ViroPharma Incorporated to lead in a search for a new director, project management and director, clinical pharmacology. ViroPharma Inc. is global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the development and commercialization of products that address serious unmet medical needs. Allen Austin is a privately owned Houston-based executive search
