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Accelerate Growth in Private Equity with Smarter Talent Strategies
The private equity (PE) landscape has significantly transformed, marked by longer hold periods and more roll-up deals due to rising borrowing costs and fewer mid-sized companies available for acquisition. The traditional approach of quick three to five year exits through financial engineering and C-suite changes is no longer viable. Through this transformation, leadership and talent
Unemployment Rate Falls Slightly to 4.1 Percent
Employment rose by 147,000 in June as the U.S. unemployment dropped to 4.1 percent, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. Job gains occurred in state government and healthcare. Federal government continued to lose jobs. The number of unemployed people, at 7.0 million, changed little over the month. Both the unemployment rate, at
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.
Caldwell Expands in London and Madrid
Toronto-based Caldwell has expanded with the addition of Alex Langridge as a partner in the firm’s financial services practice. Based in London, Mr. Langridge advises clients across financial services and fintech on senior executive and board appointments, succession planning, organizational design, and transformational leadership hiring. “Alex’s appointment reflects our continued investment in expanding Caldwell’s financial
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?
Fama Technologies Granted U.S. Patent on Foundational AI-Powered Social Media Screening Technology
Fama Technologies, providers of AI-powered online screening, has announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has allowed all claims in its patent application covering the foundational technology behind social media background screening. The patent, titled “System for Searching and Correlating Online Activity with Individual Classification Factors,” has a priority date of November
Updating How You Work So AI Can Actually Deliver
AI adoption is no longer a technology challenge, it is an operational one. Companies that generate lasting value from AI will be the ones willing to redesign workflows, redefine leadership responsibilities, and embed AI directly into how work gets done every day. Most companies will not fail at AI because they chose the wrong model,
Vetted Solutions Assists CoreNet Global with CEO Search
Following an extensive search process, Washington, D.C.-based Vetted Solutions has assisted in the recruitment of Vicki Worden as the new CEO of CoreNet Global. “Vicki Worden demonstrates exemplary leadership through her collaborative approach,” said Jamie Leary-Erickson, CoreNet Global board chair. “Vicki’s extensive experience in the architecture, engineering, and commercial real estate sectors, combined with her global perspective
BarkerGilmore Places Head of Legal at Vantage Elevator Solutions
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has placed Keinan Meginniss as VP, head of legal at Vantage Elevator Solutions. The search was led by Stephen Bell and Alison Waters. “Keinan joins the organization at an exciting time as the company continues to expand its operations and strengthen its leadership team
NGS Global Adds TalentXera
Wilmington, DE-headquartered executive search firm NGS Global has added Saúl Almendárez and his team at TalentXera. This expands the firm’s capabilities across Mexico and the broader Latin America region. Mr. Almendárez is based in Mexico City, where he has spent more than 20 years building an exceptional team and a highly regarded brand in the executive search industry. Along
IMD International Search Group Elects New Board Members
Global executive search consortium IMD International Search Group recently had delegates from member firms meet in Helsinki, Finland, and announced the election of several board members. Ben Tucker (Minerva, IMD U.K.) transitions from director to VP finance and legal. Eva Nielsen (Lisberg, IMD Sweden) is reelected for a second mandate as director while Terhi Heikkinen (IMS Talent,
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Launch Recruiter Performance Training Program
The executive search industry has a training challenge. For years, recruiting firms have depended on apprenticeship-style development, learning through observation, informal mentoring, and varying management approaches. That model works for some, but it does not scale effectively. In a market increasingly shaped by AI, speed, precision, and commercial demands, inconsistent recruiter performance is no longer
Executive Search Firms Confront the AI Transformation
As AI rapidly reshapes the executive search landscape, recruiting firms are facing growing pressure to modernize how they identify, assess, and engage leadership talent. Industry experts say AI-driven sourcing, predictive analytics, and automation tools are helping firms accelerate search timelines and expand candidate reach, while also forcing recruiters to rethink where their true value lies.
Cooper Coleman Recruits CFO the Center for Child Protection
Cooper Coleman LLC has placed William Wade as chief financial officer of the Center for Child Protection (CCP) in Austin, TX. The national search was led by Johnny Cooper, founder and CEO of Cooper Coleman. “Dion brings the kind of strategic thinking and mission alignment CCP needs in its CFO,” said Mr. Cooper. “They are doing remarkable work,
Boyden Assists Kerry’s Place Autism Services with CEO Search
Boyden has recruited Normandie Wragg as the new president and CEO of Kerry’s Place Autism Services in Ontario. The appointment follows the previously announced retirement of CEO Susan VanDeVelde-Coke at the end of June. The search was led by partners Jim Stonehouse and Pamela Colquhoun, and Kathy Luu, senior associate. “Normandie is a highly accomplished, values-driven
Modern Executive Solutions Expands Technology Practice
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Moises Velilla as managing director in its technology practice. He brings deep experience advising organizations on senior leadership hiring and talent strategy across technology and transformation. Mr. Velilla specializes in advising clients on executive talent strategy and recruiting transformative technology and professional services leaders. He
AI’s Next Test: Can It Actually Drive Growth?
A massive opportunity, and a critical trust gap, is emerging among corporate leaders. According to EY-Parthenon’s Growth Survey of 271 U.S. executives, 78 percent believe AI will accelerate growth, even as nearly 80 percent say the growth environment has become more challenging over the past year. Yet only about a third trust AI inputs for high-stakes decisions such
Retained vs. Contingent Search: Choosing the Right Executive Search Model
As companies navigate increasingly complex leadership challenges, the pressure to make the right executive hiring decision has never been greater. Boards and leadership teams are looking beyond resumes and credentials, placing greater emphasis on cultural alignment, long-term business impact, and a candidate’s ability to guide organizations through growth, transformation, and uncertainty. At the same time,
Brettschneider Executive Search Completes Search for Western Colorado University
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search recently assisted in the recruitment of Sharoni Little as dean of Western Colorado University’s School of Business. “Dr. Little’s forward-thinking approach will help shape the future of business education at Western, creating opportunities for students to thrive in today’s competitive economy,” said Brad Baca, president. With a career spanning academia, corporate leadership,
Ren Systems Appoints Head of Product
Ren Systems, an AI-powered relationship intelligence platform used by sales, business development, and professional services leaders, recently expanded with the addition of Nick Wynja as head of product. “As we’ve scaled Ren to 70+ enterprise customers and accelerated our feature release cycle, it became clear that we needed focused product leadership,” the company said in
How to Kick Off an Executive Search the Right Way
As leadership demands grow more complex, organizations are increasingly recognizing that a successful executive search begins long before candidate outreach or interviews take place. Search consultants say the strongest outcomes are driven by early alignment around business strategy, organizational culture, leadership expectations, and the capabilities needed to support future growth. Rather than simply filling an
Why Structured Interviews Lead to Better Hiring
As organizations compete for leadership talent, many are reexamining how executive interviews are conducted and whether traditional hiring instincts are leading to the best decisions. Increasingly, research is showing that structured interviews built around standardized questions and evaluation criteria deliver more reliable hiring outcomes than conversational, free-flowing assessments. Talent experts say the approach not only
Rethinking Career Loyalty in the Age of Gen Z and Millennials
As leadership priorities continue to evolve, executive search firms are seeing a growing shift in how candidates evaluate long-term career opportunities. Today’s professionals are placing greater emphasis on purpose, culture, mentorship, flexibility, and personal growth alongside compensation and title. Recruiters say organizations that can clearly communicate vision, invest in employee development, and foster strong leadership
Coulter Partners Recruits Chief Scientific Officer for Laigo Bio
Life sciences recruiting specialist Coulter Partners has recruited Richard C.A. Sainson as the new chief scientific officer of Laigo Bio. “It was a privilege to partner with Matthew and the Laigo board,” said Kay Wardle, managing partner at Coulter Partners. “Targeted protein degradation is one of the most exciting frontier areas of drug discovery, and finding a chief
Blue Rock Human Capital Recruits Chief People Officer for Michelli Weighing & Measurement
Talent acquisition strategies at many large companies have become as complex as their balance sheets. And while chief human resource officers play a vital role in overseeing an organization’s broad-based workforce, the chief people officer typically goes beyond overseeing its people policies. The focus instead is on building talent as a key competitive advantage, with more
Raising the Bar for Interim and Fractional Leadership
As companies face mounting pressure to move faster and adapt to constant change, interim and fractional executives are increasingly being brought in not simply to maintain stability, but to drive transformation from day one. Organizations today are seeking experienced leaders who can step into critical roles, solve immediate business challenges, and create momentum while long-term
BoardWalk Consulting Selected by Atlanta Ballet for Executive Director Search
BoardWalk Consulting has was recently tapped by Atlanta Ballet to lead in its search for an executive director. The search is being led by Sam Pettway, Demeika Wheaton, and Patti Kish. The executive director will lead Atlanta Ballet’s administrative and business functions in alignment with the organization’s mission and values, while partnering closely with the artistic
When Search Fatigue Leads to Costly Hiring Mistakes
In executive search, the biggest hiring mistakes are not always caused by weak candidate pools or poor sourcing strategies. More often, breakdowns occur near the finish line, when prolonged interview cycles, competing stakeholder opinions, and mounting business pressures begin to wear down decision-making discipline. What starts as a rigorous evaluation process can gradually shift toward
Preng & Associates Recruits SVP of Government Services for American Bureau of Shipping
Houston-based Preng & Associates has placed Rear Admiral Ronald J. Rábago as senior vice president of government services at American Bureau of Shipping (ABS). “Admiral Rábago brings exceptional government and industry experience that will further enhance the support we provide to our government clients in the U.S. and around the world,” said John McDonald, ABS chairman and CEO. “His
McDermott + Bull Expands in Amsterdam
Irvine, CA-based McDermott + Bull has expanded in Amsterdam with the addition of Gerben van den Hout as managing director. “This strategic hire comes as McDermott + Bull continues to expand its executive search presence across Europe, further strengthening the firm’s ability to support organizations in identifying and placing high-impact leadership talent,” the firm said. “Gerben’s appointment represents an
Top Five Mistakes Companies Make with Succession Planning
Appointing the wrong chief executive officer carries significant costs, negatively impacting morale, productivity, reputation, culture, and the bottom line. From a financial perspective alone, unplanned CEO turnover across the globe costs shareholders $112 billion in annual returns. Despite this, CEO succession planning remains underdeveloped in many companies, according to a new report from Odgers Berndtson’s Robert C. Satterwhite
Charleston Partners Completes Search for Noble Energy
Executive search firm Charleston Partners has placed Scott Thompson as director, learning and organizational development at Noble Energy. Mr. Thompson previously held global leadership positions at Carbo Ceramics, Natco Group, Hanover, and Schlumberger in the areas of HR, operations, and engineering. The search was managed by Charleston Partners, founding principal Fran Luisi. Noble Energy (NBL)
Korn Ferry Strengthens Paris Office
Korn/Ferry International has named Pascal Gibert as senior client partner in its industrial practice. Based in Paris, Mr. Gibert brings deep knowledge in the industrial market, with a strong focus on board and CFO appointments, as well as proven credentials in assessing senior level leadership teams. Prior to joining Korn/Ferry, Mr. Gibert was a member
ON Search Partners Adds to Life Sciences Practice
ON Search Partners has added Steve Cornacchia as a partner in its life sciences practice based out of the Washington, D.C. office. He will serve multi-national and emerging biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device companies, as well as other sectors of the life sciences industry. Most recently, Mr. Cornacchia was a partner in the executive search
NGA Forms Partnerships to Extend Its HR SaaS Solution
NorthgateArinso (NGA) has announced two new partnerships to further enhance the job aggregation and resume parsing capabilities of its HR SaaS solution, euHReka. The partnerships will allow euHReka customers to directly publish job requisitions on thousands of job boards connected via Data Frenzy, and to import resumes in a structured format into euHReka, using Daxtra
Charleston Partners Completes Search For Noble Energy
Executive search firm Charleston Partners has placed Scott Thompson as director, learning and organizational development at Noble Energy. The search was managed by Charleston Partners, founding principal Fran Luisi. Mr. Thompson previously held global leadership positions at Carbo Ceramics, Natco Group, Hanover, and Schlumberger in the areas of human resources, operations, and engineering. Noble Energy
The Novo Group Opens St. Louis Office
Recruitment services firm The Novo Group has opened an office in St. Louis, Missouri. Steve Williams joins the company as business development director and will be responsible for growing and cultivating client relationships within St. Louis and surrounding areas. Mr. Williams formerly served as a strategic account executive at Ceridian. “Opening up an office in
The Buffkin Group Places Sales Exec at Transzact
Executive search firm The Buffkin Group has placed Tom Miller as the new senior vice president of sales for Transzact. Transzact’s solutions provide shippers of all modes with freight audit and payment, reporting and TMS applications, rate negotiation and savings, contract development, consulting and analysis. The Buffkin Group is an executive search firm offering services
Michael Page International Names Regional Managing Director of North America
Recruitment consultancy Michael Page International has named Richard Vickers as regional managing director of North America. Most recently the regional managing director for Page Personnel Finance and Michael Page Finance in the U.K., Mr. Vickers is returning to North America after having previously been a managing director for Michael Page U.S. from 2006-2008. “Richard has
Pedersen Partners Makes Additions in Czech Republic
Executive search firm Pedersen & Partners has added David Hruska and Daniela Nedvědová as senior consultants in its Czech Republic office. Mr. Hruska brings with him more than a decade of IT and tech sector experience coming directly from Microsoft where he was the server division manager, responsible mainly for IT cloud strategy. Ms. Nedvědová
SilkRoad Secures $35 Million in Funding
SilkRoad, a provider of cloud-based talent management solutions, has completed a $35 million series C financing round. New investors include Keating Capital and NTT Finance. Existing investors including Intel Capital, Crosslink Capital, Foundation Capital, Azure Capital and Tenaya Capital, amongst others, invested in the oversubscribed round. This new funding will support worldwide expansion and product
Sanford Rose San Diego Fills Position for AVIIR
Sanford Rose Associates- San Diego has placed Larry Hansen as chief commercial officer of Aviir Inc. Mr. Hansen joins Aviir after serving most recently as the VP of commercial operations for bioTheranostics, Inc. Robin Toft, president and CEO of Sanford Rose Associates – San Diego said: “We are extremely proud to have placed Mr. Hansen
Cornerstone OnDemand Posts 52 Percent Q1 Revenue Rise
Talent management software provider Cornerstone OnDemand Inc. has posted gross revenue for the first quarter of 2012 of $24.0 million, representing a 52 percent year-over-year increase compared to the same period in 2011. Non-GAAP net loss for the first quarter of 2012 was $4.9 million, or $(0.10) per share, compared to non-GAAP net loss of
CTPartners Posts 6.3 Percent Revenue Increase
CTPartners Executive Search Inc./(NYSE:CTP) posted first quarter 2012 net revenue of $32.4 million, an increase of 6.3 percent from $30.5 million a year ago. An eight percent increase in North America, and $3 million in new revenue from Latin America was partially offset by weakness in EMEA and Asia Pacific. Earnings per fully diluted shares
DHR International Appoints Managing Director in Ann Arbor
DHR International has named Boyd Falconer as managing director in the firm’s new Ann Arbor office. Mr. Falconer becomes a key member of the firm’s global industrial, aerospace & defense, venture capital & private equity, advanced technology, and life sciences practice groups. Prior to joining DHR International, he was a senior member of the Chicago
IESF Adds Morunda KK in Japan as Its Newest Partner
The International Executive Search Federation (IESF) has added Morunda KK as its partner in Japan. Morunda KK is based in Tokyo and is a retained executive search company serving global companies and large local conglomerates for life sciences and pharmaceuticals. “I am delighted to become a Partner of IESF as their excellent global partner network
Work&Partners Retained to Lead Search for Pariveda Solutions
New York-based Work&Partners LLC has been retained by Pariveda Solutions, Inc. to lead in its search for a new principal. Pariveda Solutions is a growing IT consulting company that delivers both strategic consulting services and technical solutions. Founded in 2002, Work&Partners recruits senior level executives for top management consulting organizations, technology firms and corporations.
Furst Group Grows Recruiting Team
Healthcare-focused executive search firm Furst Group has added Paul Smallwood and Julie Koziol as vice presidents. Mr. Smallwood was previously senior executive vice president at Cejka Search. Ms. Koziol most recently served as VP of development at National Healing Corporation. Prior to that, she worked for Walgreens from 2005 to 2010. Mr. Smallwood will be
Amrop Opens Office in Angola
Global executive search firm Amrop has opened a new office in Luanda, Angola. Under the management of Amrop’s Lisbon partners, the new office is the group’s third in Africa, after South Africa and Morocco. Maria da Gloria Ribeiro, managing partner, said, “We are very excited to open our doors to Angola. The market is growing
Trabalhoja Launches Cell Phone Service For Brazilian Job Seekers
TrabalhoJa, a division of Assured Labor, has launched its service to connect Brazilians with local job opportunities via cell phone. The new web and mobile phone-based service enables candidates in Brazil to find sales, administration and operations positions in their field. Assured Labor's launch in Brazil follows its launch of job service EmpleoListo in Mexico.
Harris / IIC Partners Retained by Nationwide Children’s Hospital
Dublin, Ohio-based Harris / IIC Partners has been selected by Nationwide Children’s Hospital Research Institute to lead the search for its next chief research information officer. Nationwide Children’s Hospital is a primary pediatric hospital in Columbus, Ohio, with more than 950 medical staff members and over 6,800 total employees. Founded in 1997, Harris / IIC
Gilbert Tweed Adds New Managing Director
Executive search firm Gilbert Tweed Associates has appointed Clinton S. Browning as a managing director in the firm’s financial services and insurance practice and to lead its sports industry slate of offerings. Mr. Browning has conducted senior-level executive search and consulting assignments for clients across a broad range of industries including insurance, financial services, banking,
Standish Executive Search Opens in Boston
Recruitment industry veteran Stanley H. Davis has officially launched Standish Executive Search LLC in Boston. Mr. Davis has spent the past eight years as principal of the national retained executive service boutique TowerHunter. His new firm will address the unique requirements of mid-sized and smaller business owners and leaders in industry sectors including manufacturing, business
Lucas Group Grows HR Practice in NY
Search firm Lucas Group has named Derek McKechnie as new managing partner for its human resources practice group in New York. Mr. McKechnie previously served in a variety of recruiting roles of increasing responsibility for Michael Page International in New York. “Derek's impressive performance in recruiting throughout the New York area attracted our attention,” said
CDI Corp. Posts Nine Percent Revenue Gain; MRI Up 12 Percent
CDI Corp./(NYSE:CDI), a Philadelphia-based provider of IT-focused recruitment solutions, posted first quarter revenues of $280.6 million, an increase of 9.3 percent from revenues of $256.6 million a year ago. The company reported a net gain of $3.8 million, or $0.20 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $0.7 million, or $0.03 per diluted
Gilbert Tweed Adds New Managing Director
Executive search firm Gilbert Tweed Associates has added Fred Cooper as managing director in its New York office. Mr. Cooper will concentrate on the investment banking, capital markets, private equity and hedge funds segments. He previously ran his own executive search firm and prior to that he was with two boutique search consultancies. Gilbert Tweed
Ultimate Software Posts 21 Percent Revenue Gain
Ultimate Software/(NASDAQ:ULTI),a provider of HR, payroll, and talent management solutions, has posted fourth quarter revenues of revenues of $111.9 million, an increase of 21 percent, compared to $92.2 million, a year ago. GAAP net income was $9.8 million, or $0.34 per diluted share, versus GAAP net income of $6.3 million, or $0.22 per diluted share,
Callius Software Acquires 6FigureJobs
Callidus Software Inc., a leader in sales effectiveness and cloud computing, has acquired executive career community and job board, 6FigureJobs.com. Terms and conditions of the deal were not disclosed. 6FigureJobs provides job postings from leading Fortune 1000 companies and executive search firms, including C-level, VP, Director and Senior Manager jobs. Over 750,000+ high-profile executives and
Buller Group Completes Search for TASC
The Buller Group, a human capital services and recruiting firm, has recruited Scott Heefner as vice president of financial and business analytics for TASC. Mr. Heefner was most recently VP of federal programs and a corporate officer for Project Time & Cost, Inc. “It was a pleasure to get to know Scott during this search
VOLT Opens Office in Singapore
Volt Service Corporation Pte Ltd (Volt), a staffing business unit of Volt Information Sciences, has expanded its presence in Asia with the opening of a new location in Singapore. The new office provides permanent hire, contingent staffing, managed services programs, and recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) services for Global 1000 clients. Volt's Singapore business is led
Korn Ferry Names Head of Global Consumer Market in China
Korn/Ferry International has named Emmanuel Hemmerle as senior client partner and head of its global consumer market for China. Mr. Hemmerle will also be a member of the firm's board & CEO services practice, assisting Korn/Ferry clients in board director and CEO searches, board effectiveness, and CEO succession planning and executive assessments. He was previously
IMD International Adds Carter Benson in Milan
The IMD International Search Group has added Carter & Benson, a Milan-based executive search firm, as its newest member firm. Founded 10 years ago by William Griffini, Carter & Benson operates in the Italian market, specializing in the industrial, consumer goods, pharmaceutical and technology sectors. Guido Schilling, CEO of Schilling Partners AG, IMD’s Swiss partner,
