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A Look at the Talent Needs for Today’s Private Equity Firms
Private equity firms are saying that talent is the most important factor in driving growth. This sentiment explains why the market for private equity leadership talent remains tight despite the sharp drop-off in deal volume in the sector, according to Bespoke Partners’ newly released Private Equity Talent Benchmark Report series, which delves into the trends that
True Acquires Jopwell
Global talent provider True has acquired Jopwell, a hiring platform focused on advancing the careers of black, Latinx and Native American students and early-to-mid-career professionals. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. “Jopwell perfectly complements the executive-level recruitment focus of True Search and sister organization AboveBoard,” the search firm said. “This holistic offering solidifies True as the leading
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.
m/Oppenheim Executive Search Recruits Executive Director for Creative Alliance
Non-profit recruitment firm m/Oppenheim Executive Search has placed Jason Steer as the new executive director of Creative Alliance in Baltimore, MD. Lee Kappelman, Oscar Quiros, and Steve Oppenheim led the assignment. “We are thrilled to welcome Jason Steer to Creative Alliance and to Baltimore,” said Amy Seto, Creative Alliance board president. “Jason brings to us his vision 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?
True Appoints Regional Lead for Middle East and North Africa
Global talent provider True has named Paul Navratil as regional lead for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). “Paul’s arrival marks a pivotal moment for True in MENA,” said Sam McGrath, True’s general manager, EMEA & APAC. “His wealth of international experience and strategic acumen align perfectly with our vision for growth and client success in the
Executive Recruiting Sector Declines 12 Percent
Hunt Scanlon Media has released its annual productivity report of leading executive recruiters. In the U.S. and globally, billions of dollars poured into the high-end recruiting sector in 2023, but at a slower rate than in previous years. “Market turbulence and a soft economy impacted most executive recruiters who pulled through a challenging year,” said Scott A.
Howard Fischer Associates Assists Agility Robotics with CEO Search
Philadelphia-headquartered executive search firm Howard Fischer Associates has helped to recruit Peggy Johnson as the new CEO of Agility Robotics, creator of the bipedal Mobile Manipulation Robot (MMR) called Digit. “Peggy Johnson’s long track record of engineering and business success at Qualcomm and Microsoft, and her recent achievements driving change as CEO of Magic Leap, make her
Harbour West Consulting Recruits Chief Librarian for the New Westminster Public Library
Executive recruitment firm Harbour West Consulting Inc. has placed Carolyn Caseñas as chief librarian for the New Westminster Public Library. Ms. Caseñas was selected for the role after a comprehensive search process in collaboration with the search committee, Harbour West Consulting, and with the approval of the library’s board of trustees. “New Westminster Public Library is thrilled
Borderless AI Secures $27 Million in Funding
Borderless AI, an AI-powered startup in the Employer of Record (EOR) space, has raised $27 million in seed funding. The seed round was led by Susquehanna and Aglaé Ventures, the venture arm of Bernard Arnault, with participation from additional institutional investors. The company was founded by serial entrepreneur Willson Cross and Lyft’s founding investor Sean Aggarwal. “As the first company in the world to bring
Pedersen & Partners Names Head of Boston Office
Dubai-headquartered executive search firm Pedersen & Partners has appointed John Durkey as a client partner and head of Boston office. “We are excited to welcome John Durkey to our team as client partner and head of the Boston office,” said Gary Williams, CEO of Pedersen & Partners. “John’s extensive experience in the life sciences & healthcare and industrial sectors,
The Critical Role of Interim Executives
In the dynamic landscape of today’s business world, companies often face unexpected challenges that demand swift and effective solutions. One such solution gaining prominence is interim management, according to a recent report from SpenglerFox. The global search firm delves into the pivotal role that interim management plays in times of crisis in transforming businesses, especially
The Moran Company Seeking CEO for YWCA Northeast Kansas
The Moran Company, an an executive recruitment firm that specializes in the non-profit sector, has been retained by YWCA Northeast Kansas to lead in its search for a new CEO. Senior search consultant Brandi Fisher is leading the assignment. YWCA Northeast Kansas is seeking a CEO who can build on the organization’s successes as a
Kittleman & Associates Recruits CEO for National Industries for the Blind
Following an extensive nationwide search, Chicago-based search firm Kittleman & Associates recently assisted in the recruitment of Soraya Correa as president and CEO of National Industries for the Blind (NIB), the nation’s largest employment resource for people who are blind. Kevin Lynch, who has been NIB president and CEO for more than 15 years, announced last summer
Charles Aris Combines Finance, Accounting and Corporate Development Teams
Greensboro, NC-based executive search firm Charles Aris Executive Search has announced that its finance, accounting and corporate development teams have combined as one practice. The groups will now operate as the finance and corporate development practice. “Senior firm leaders agreed on this development after recognizing the value one unified practice will bring to clients seeking specialized expertise at
Karen Harvey Consulting Group Grows Search Staff
Karen Harvey Consulting Group (KHC), an international executive search and brand advisory firm in fashion, luxury, lifestyle and beauty, has appointed Anais Goujon to director, executive and creative search, Kate Sunderland as vice president, creative search, and Charlotte Reeve as associate director, executive search. “Since founding Karen Harvey Consulting, my goal has been to build
Why High-Performing Executives Don’t Always Operate as High-Performing Teams
It might sound counterintuitive, but a group made up of individual high performers does not always translate to a high-performing team. The fact that these professionals excel at their primary jobs doesn’t automatically mean they will work cohesively and effectively as a team, a new report from Odgers Berndtson explains. A poorly functioning team is
ECA Partners Recruits CEO for RedCAT Systems
Santa Monica, CA-based search firm ECA Partners has assisted in the recruitment of Jason Phillips as the new CEO for RedCAT Systems, a Boulder, CO-based compensation platform with people-centered solutions for performance and pay. “With a rich background in global business leadership spanning over a decade, Jason’s appointment signals a new chapter of growth and innovation for
Bob Murray & Associates Leading Search for Top LAPD Position
The public sector is in the midst of major transformation. It faces an array of challenges that range from shifting public expectations to budgetary pressures and a growing demand for operational efficiency. To successfully navigate these issues, government organizations need leaders who are focused, tenacious, and adaptable, report recruiters, with the capacity to deal with
Pekarsky & Co. and Humanis Advisory Merge
Calgary-based Pekarsky & Co. and Edmonton-headquartered Humanis Advisory have formed a strategic partnership. Combining their renowned expertise and deep-rooted legacies, the newly company will be called Humanis Talent Acquisition & Advisory. “This merger is a testament to our shared values and vision,” said Adam Pekarsky, founding partner of Pekarsky & Co. “We are excited to
Ezekia Adds Former Salesforce Exec to Board
Recruitment software providers Ezekia has elected Simon O’Kane to its board of directors. “It is great to have Simon on board,” said Joseph Blass founder and CEO of Ezekia. “Of course, we will benefit from his vast experience in the software sector however, boards are not only about facts and numbers, but about personalities too, and Simon
Achieving Diversity for Non-Profits
Top leaders are absolutely vital to driving diversity and inclusion at non-profits. “On an operational level, leaders establish policies and practices that frame and activate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and embed it into the fibers of the organization,” said Deb Taft, chief executive officer at Lindauer. “On a personal level, a leader’s own behavior sets
Prodigy Search Seeking General Manager for ASM Global / Allegiant Stadium
Prodigy Search, a boutique recruiting firm serving the talent needs of media, sports, and entertainment organizations, was recently selected by ASM Global / Allegiant Stadium to lead in the search for a general manager. This executive will be responsible for the overall management of Allegiant Stadium and is expected to be a revenue generator with strong
Cause Leadership Leading Development Officer Search for Wycliffe College
Virtually every industry needs top-drawer chief development officers. CDOs play a key role in planning, coordinating, and administering capital campaigns, corporate giving, and galvanizing new donors while keeping previous funders content. Implementing funding strategies that “keep the lights on,” according to recruiters specializing in the function, is Job No. 1. Wycliffe College recently called in
Vanderbloemen Heading Executive Director Search for Martin Luther School
Vanderbloemen, which finds leaders for churches and ministries, is currently leading the executive director search for Martin Luther School in Queens, NY. The executive director, functioning as the chief executive officer of New York Corporation The Martin Luther School, is responsible for carrying out the policies of the association through its board of directors. S/he
Catalyst Advisors Names Partner
Catalyst Advisors recently named Todd Hutchings as a new partner, expanding the firm’s presence on the West Coast. “The hire further strengthens Catalyst’s mission of connecting innovative companies with exceptional talent, drawing on Todd’s expertise recruiting across sectors including diagnostics, med tech, pharma/biotech and tools and instruments,” the search firm said. “We are thrilled to
M&A Dealmakers Intensify Focus On Founders’ Background Checks To Help Mitigate Risk
In the VC world, it seems that for every startup that fulfills its unicorn potential, there are countless others that flame out amid high-profile controversy. Often, those flameouts are accompanied by pointed media commentary asking how the signs — so obvious in hindsight — could have been missed. This has led to increased scrutiny by
Arts Consulting Group Assists Shakespeare Theatre Company with Executive Director Search
Boston-based search firm Arts Consulting Group (ACG) has placed Rebecca Ende Lichtenberg as the new executive director of Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC) in Washington, D.C. She succeeds Chris Jennings, who left STC this July after 19 years. Vice president Geoff Chang led the assignment. “Rebecca brings a wealth of experience to her new role at Shakespeare Theatre Company,” said
PierceGray Recruits Chief Operating Officer for Consumer Safety Technology
PierceGray recently assisted in the recruitment of Melissa Robbins as the new chief operating officer of Consumer Safety Technology (CST). “We are looking to the future, with clear goals in mind, including the opportunity to redefine the market with game-changing products and services,” said Kathy Boden Holland, CEO of Consumer Safety Technology. “I’m confident we’ve
Anthem Executive Seeking Chief Information Officer for Texas Woman’s University
Executive recruitment firm Anthem Executive was recently retained by Texas Woman’s University (TWU) in Denton, TX, to lead in its search for a chief information officer. Michael Ballew, Scott Watson, Mike “JR” Wheless, and Florene Stawowy are leading the assignment. The CIO is responsible for advancing the university’s curriculum, providing leadership for the faculty, overseeing research, and developing strategic, innovative programs that
True Search Recruits CEO for WW International
Executive recruiting firm True Search has assisted in the recruitment of Sima Sistani as the new chief executive officer of WW International (formerly WeightWatchers). Her appointment follows Mindy Grossman’s previously announced decision to step down as CEO at the end of the first quarter. To ensure a seamless transition, Ms. Grossman will now depart WW on March 18. Todd Zangrillo and Kristin Godfrey,
TheLadders.com Introduces MyPipeline
TheLadders.com, an online job service, has introduced MyPipeline, a new social recruiting tool that allows recruiters to deliver job related information to candidates who have signed up to receive their hiring updates. “Broadcasting $100K+ job postings to a wide audience generally delivers an overwhelming supply of underwhelming candidates,” said Marc Cenedella, founder and CEO of
Futurestep Names Head of Asia
Futurestep, a provider of talent acquisition solutions, has named James Mendes as managing director of Futurestep Asia (Singapore, Malaysia, India, Japan, Hong Kong and China). Mr. Mendes will be based in the firm's Hong Kong office. Most recently, he served as managing director and sales director Asia for Alexander Mann Solutions (AMS). Futurestep, a Korn/Ferry
Paul-Lawrence Associates Adds Managing Director in Los Angeles
Executive search firm paul~lawrence associates has added Allen Esrock as managing director of its new Los Angeles office. Mr. Esrock will be the practice lead in the firm’s digital media & entertainment practice and also will be a member of the renewable energy service practice. Prior to joining paul-lawrence, he spent seven years as a
Witt/Kieffer Places Drexel University President
Executive search firm Witt/Kieffer has recruited John A. Fry as the 14th president of Drexel University. Mr. Fry is currently president of Franklin & Marshall College in Lancaster, PA and a former University of Pennsylvania executive. Drexel has risen in the rankings, becoming one of the top 100 Best National Universities in "America's Best Colleges"
Beyond.com Expands Leadership Team
Beyond.com, Inc., a network of niche career communities, has expanded its leadership team to include the appointment of Mark Anderson as its senior director of enterprise sales. In his role, Mr. Anderson will be responsible for growing and managing a team of business development professionals across various territories to expand the company’s brand, marketshare and
JobVite Adds TOols to Google Apps Marketplace
Jobvite, a provider of next-generation recruitment solutions, has added Jobvite Source and Jobvite Hire to the Google Apps Marketplace, Google's recently launched online storefront for Google Apps products and services. Jobvite recruiting applications help companies make referral hires through social networks, find talent matches on the web for their jobs and manage the entire business
AESC Adds Six Member Firms
The Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) has added Prolaurum, CSI Executive Search, Wilcox Miller Nelson, Whitney Partners, The Ashton Partnership and N.I. Partners as its newest member firms. Prolaurum leads executive searches for senior level and strategic value positions for organizations throughout Latin America. Partner and regional president Alex Cirone began his career in
Lonergan Partners Recruits EVP for InfoBlox
Executive search firm Lonergan Partners has placed Steve Nye as executive vice president of product strategy and corporate development at Infoblox. The search was led by Mark Reiff. Mr. Nye joins Infoblox from Cisco Systems where he was the vice president and general manager of Cisco's service provider network management business unit. “This was Lonergan
Tatum Adds Former Accenutre Exec
Tatum LLC has added Matt Jones as a partner in its mid-Atlantic practice focusing on the business operations and technology sectors. Mr. Jones was previously a senior manager with Accenture’s health and public service operating group. He joined Accenture in 1994 in the products operating group and spent the majority of his career working within
Alliance Staffing Solutions and ESearch Join Forces
Alliance Staffing Solutions, a full-service recruitment firm with offices in Cuyahoga, Summit, Portage and Franklin counties, has announced a joint venture with eSearch, Inc. The initiative deepens the two companies' expertise in financial talent recruitment and gives their customers a single source for filling positions across the entire spectrum of accounting, from bookkeeper to chief
WTW Associates to Lead Search for Country Music Association
Executive search firm WTW Associates, Inc. has been retained to lead the search for a new executive director for the Country Music Association. Ira Sallen, a partner in the New York-based firm, will head the assignment. With over 7,000 members from 41 countries, the CMA is dedicated to bringing country music to the world through
VMA Group Expands Financial Services Team
U.K.-headquartered recruitment consultancy firm VMA Group has added Jennifer Bargrove to its financial services team. Ms. Bargrove was previously a senior consultant for EMR City, where she was recruiting specialist for marketing and communications professionals in the areas of asset management, investment and corporate banking, alternative investment and private equity. “We’re delighted to have Jennifer
PeopleClick Authoria Partners with First Advatage
Peopleclick Authoria, a provider of talent acquisition and talent management solutions, has formed a strategic alliance with First Advantage, a pre-hire screening solution provider. Through this partnership, Peopleclick Authoria offers its global client base deep assessment and pre-employment screening capabilities. “In today's economy, each employee plays an even more critical role in the overall success
Employers Expects to Hire ‘On Demand’
According to the global Manpower Employment Outlook Survey results released by Manpower Inc., employers in most major labor markets expect to hire in the second quarter at a pace equal to, or stronger than, the same period last year. The Manpower survey shows employers in 27 of 36 countries and territories expect some positive hiring
Korn Ferry Posts Six Percent Revenue Gain
Korn/Ferry International/(NYSE:KFY) posted revenues of $152.9 million for the third quarter fiscal 2010, an increase of six percent from revenues of $144.5 million a year ago. Fee revenue increased in all regions due to a 12.5 percent increase in the overall number of engagements billed. The Los-Angeles-based recruiter reported net income of $7.9 million, or
IIC Partners Adds Constellation Executive Search of Prague
IIC Partners has added Constellation Executive Search of Prague as its newest member firm giving the organization five offices in Central and Eastern Europe. Jan Brázda is founder of Constellation, which focuses on board search, as well as the industrial, energy and financial services sectors. Mr. Brázda is a former consultant with Spencer Stuart and
Furst Group Adds Former Tribune Reporter
Healthcare-focused executive search firm Furst Group has appointed former Chicago Tribune reporter and editor, Patrick Kampert, to lead its communications and marketing department Mr. Kampert was the Tribune’s primary reporter on the Terri Schiavo feeding-tube case, breaking national news along the way. “We are delighted someone of Pat’s caliber has joined our company,” said Bob
Green Job Spider Launched
Job search engine Green Job Spider has been launched to aggregate green jobs. With more than 50 green job boards currently scattered across the web, Green Job Spider will enable job seekers to search for these jobs under one interface. The site will also help green candidates learn about the types of green jobs and
Monster Employment Index Continues to Rise
The Monster Employment Index, a monthly analysis of millions of online job opportunities culled from a large, representative selection of corporate career sites and job boards, rose by 10 points in February, as employers resumed hiring activity after January's seasonal lull. The long-term growth rate turned positive, with the Index up two percent year-on-year, for
Recruiting Revenues Dip 33 Percent in 2009
The 2009 executive search industry summary released by the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) indicates growing activity in senior management hiring during the fourth quarter of 2009. While overall industry revenues plummeted 32.5 percent in 2009 from their highest ever levels in 2008, the fourth quarter saw a 7.3 percent annual increase in searches
TRANSEARCH Opens Office in Prague
TRANSEARCH International has opened a new office in Prague, Czech Republic. Marcela Fajtova and Roman Molek become the principal consultants in the office. Ms. Fajtova has an extensive background in the logistics, pharma and medical devices industries. She also has a background in leadership development, talent evaluation, management assessment and change management. Mr. Molek has
Digby Morgan Adds to Dubai Office
Digby Morgan, a U.K. headquartered specialist HR search and selection consultancy, has added Debbie Gillie as a consultant in its Dubai office. Ms. Gillie has worked in the Middle East for the past 18 months in the property, banking and, latterly, recruitment sectors at Real HR. Prior to this she worked at recruitment specialist Hays.
Kelly Government Solutions Selected by GSA
Kelly Government Solutions, the government services division of Kelly Services, Inc., a global provider of workforce solutions, has been awarded a General Services Administration (GSA) Schedule contract to provide federal agencies with access to a broad spectrum of human resources professionals. Under terms of the five-year contract, Kelly will provide human resources professionals, including benefits
Hewitt Associates Acquires Senior Educators Ltd.
Hewitt Associates, Inc., a global human resources consulting and outsourcing company, has acquired Senior Educators Ltd., a Web-based retiree medical insurance exchange that provides unbiased assistance to Medicare recipients seeking supplemental insurance products. “The retiree health insurance market represents an attractive growth opportunity for Hewitt as more employers discontinue retiree medical coverage or look for
Diversified Search Adds Managing Director in New York
Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson has named Hugo Fueglein as managing director in its New York office. Mr. Fueglein has completed assignments for chief information officers, chief technology officers and other key leadership positions in technology for a broad scope of clients. His 21 year search career includes serving as executive vice president with DHR International
Heidrick & Struggles Expands Singapore Office
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has announced the addition of Alice Tan to its Singapore office. Ms. Tan comes to the firm with 10 years of search experience which includes consulting assignments on management issues across Asia Pacific. At Heidrick & Struggles, she will focus on building relationships with regional clients within
Broadbean Technology Partners with Maximus
MAXIMUS, Inc. has announced an alliance with Broadbean Technology, a global provider of job advertisement distribution and candidate response tracking technology. This strategic alliance allows Broadbean Technology's current customer base — comprised of many of the world's largest staffing companies, recruitment advertising agencies, technology vendors, and recruitment process outsourcing businesses — to post job openings
51job Posts 15 Percent Revenue Rise
51job, Inc./(NASDAQ:JOBS), a provider of integrated human resource services in China, has posted second quarter revenues of RMB226.0 million (U.S. $33.1 million), an increase of 15.2 percent from revenues of RMB218.7 million for the same quarter in 2008. Online recruitment services revenues for the fourth quarter of 2009 were RMB97.3 million (U.S. $14.2 million), representing
Caldwell Partners Adds Partner in San Francisco
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has added Marnie McBryde as a partner based in the firm's New York office. "With more than 25 years in the executive search industry, Marnie has formidable experience recruiting C-level executives and board directors across branded consumer products & luxury goods, media & entertainment, and consumer financial
NorthGateArinso to Acquire HR Management Division of Convergys
NorthgateArinso, a human resources software and services provider, will acquire the HR management division of Convergys. The transaction is worth approximately $85 million in cash at closing and $15 million in cash over three years. It involves NorthgateArinso acquiring the assets, including the global HR service delivery network and entire customer portfolio, of Convergys' HR
Fairfield Partners Recruits VP Sales for Varicent Software
Fairfield Partners, a Norwalk, CT-based executive search firm specializing in technology and consumer products markets, has placed David Firth as vice president of North American sales at Varicent Software. Mr. Firth was previously the group director North America strategic accounts at Cadence Design Systems, where he was responsible for a senior sales team selling semiconductor