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Harvey Nash Appoints CEO
Global recruitment firm Harvey Nash has named Simon Crichton as CEO. “Simon’s appointment represents a natural evolution in our leadership structure as we enter an exciting new phase of growth,” said Bev White, who will transition from CEO to executive chair of Nash Squared, overseeing both Harvey Nash and Crimson businesses. “His proven track record of driving
The Conference Board Highlights a Strategic Slowdown in Hiring
The Conference Board’s August Human Capital report makes clear that CHROs are taking a more cautious, measured approach to workforce strategy. As Diana Scott, leader of The Conference Board US Human Capital Center, explained: “CHROs are taking a more thoughtful, steady approach as economic and policy uncertainty lingers. This slowdown in hiring isn’t about losing confidence—it’s
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.
Why Succession Planning Is Critical to Reducing Leadership Risk
Most organizations have something they refer to as a succession plan — a spreadsheet, a nine-box grid updated once a year and then put away, or an annual HR review. But very few can answer the question that truly matters: if a critical leader left tomorrow, would the organization be able to keep executing? That’s
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?
Rokos Group Seeking Chief Medical Officer for Center for Elders’ Independence
Newport Beach, CA-based executive search firm Rokos Group has been selected by Center for Elders’ Independence (CEI) to lead in its search for a chief medical officer. Reporting to the president and CEO, the chief medical officer will serve as CEI’s senior physician executive and a full member of the executive leadership team. This is a strategic
ADK Consulting & Executive Search Assists the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority with CEO Search
ADK Consulting & Executive Search recently assisted in the recruitment of Cris Jensen as the new president and CEO of the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority (RTAA). Rod Dinger led the assignment. “It is my honor to announce the board has chosen Cris Jensen to serve as the next president and CEO, and his contract negotiations are currently underway,” said Shaun Carey, chair of
How CEOs Can Overcome Setbacks and Emerge Stronger
Executive search firms are increasingly being called upon to assess more than a candidate’s track record of growth, transformation, and financial performance. As boards search for CEOs capable of leading through persistent uncertainty, resilience has become a critical component of the leadership profile. Search consultants are placing greater emphasis on how executives have responded to
Occam Global Recruits CFO for eGenesis
New York City-based executive search firm Occam Global has placed Glenn Vraniak as CFO of eGenesis, a biotechnology company developing human-compatible engineered organs for transplantation. “eGenesis is entering a pivotal stage in our evolution as we prepare to advance our programs through clinical development and lay the foundation for future commercialization,” said Mike Curtis, CEO of eGenesis.
Maven Partnership Names Partner and Consultants
Global talent advisory firm Maven Partnership has recently promoted Tom Chambers to partner, Seb Coughlin as consultant, and George Roberts to consultant. “We are delighted to announce the well-deserved promotions of several exceptional individuals here at Maven Partnership, Will Hannaford, chief executive officer. “We’re committed to the growth and development of our people, and it’s fantastic to
The Execution Era: How Transformation Is Reshaping Private Equity
Most PE value creation plans don’t fail on strategy. They fail between the plan and the doing. With longer holds and less forgiving exit windows, delivery discipline is carrying more of the return, according to a new report from Wilton & Bain’s Jack Syred and James Royall. The report reflects patterns Wilton & Bain has
JDG Associates Retained by the Institute for Defense Analyses to Lead VP of Corporate Operations Search
Rockville, MD-based executive search firm JDG Associates has been tapped by the Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) to lead its search for their vice president of corporate operations, based in Alexandria, VA. IDA seeks a seasoned operational and business transformation leader to modernize systems, processes, and service delivery across the organization. Serving as a corporate officer and
Modern Executive Solutions adds Partner to Lead Growth of M1 Talent Community
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has appointed Bria Bass as as partner, where she will lead the continued growth and expansion of the M1 Talent Community across North America and Europe. “Bria brings a rare combination of executive advisory, deep community-building experience, and an exceptional ability to connect leaders in meaningful ways,” said Mark Oppenheimer, CEO
AI Is Rewriting the Executive Hiring Playbook
Insight Partners’ latest research suggests the AI era is creating a new executive hiring playbook. Based on more than 400 executive searches and interviews with over 1,400 leadership candidates, the firm’s talent team argues that many of the characteristics defining today’s strongest product and engineering leaders would have been viewed as weaknesses only a few years
FMG Leading Acquires Market Intelligence And Strategic Advisory Firm BroadBranch Advisors
Human capital advisory firm FMG Leading has acquired market intelligence and strategic advisory firm BroadBranch Advisors. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. “In today’s high-pressure landscape, translating forward-looking intelligence into action faster and more effectively is critical for our clients, especially in the investor-backed healthcare space,” said Matt Brubaker, chairman and CEO of FMG Leading. “By
PARC Street Group Places Chief Operating Officer for Mission Valley Bank
PARC Street Group has assisted in the recruitment Amanda Connell as chief operating officer at Mission Valley Bank. This search was completed by PARC Street Group senior executive search consultant Michelle Davis, executive recruiter Tabassum Nagpurwala, and executive search associate Priscilla Chacon. Ms. Connell brings more than 15 years of progressive leadership experience across community
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Build a New Performance Model for Executive Recruiters
As the executive search industry faces growing pressure to deliver stronger and more consistent results, firms are reassessing how recruiters are trained, developed, and prepared to meet changing client demands. A few months ago, Hunt Scanlon and its HSiQ Talent Intelligence advisory unit introduced the Recruiter Performance Training Program, a practical, execution-focused system designed to
U.S. Payrolls Fall by 23,000 in July as Unemployment Rate Dips to 4.1 Percent
Employment fell by 23,000 in July as the U.S. unemployment rate stood at 4.1 percent, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. The number of unemployed people, at 6.9 million, changed little in July. Among the major worker groups, the unemployment rates for teenagers (12.1 percent) and people who are Hispanic (4.6 percent) declined
Parker Remick Expands with New Partner
Seattle, WA-based Parker Remick has appointed Adam Szepkouski as partner of consulting excellence. The firm explained that this hire reflects a broader push to refine execution and scale delivery as demand for senior technology leaders accelerates. The appointment comes at a time of structural change in technology leadership. AI is reshaping how technology organizations are built and
The Data Migration Paralysis Problem: Why Firms Stay on Old Platforms Too Long
Technology has become a defining competitive advantage for executive search firms, yet many organizations continue to rely on aging platforms that no longer innovate. While artificial intelligence, automation, and data-driven workflows are reshaping the industry, the hesitation to replace legacy systems often leaves firms struggling with inefficiencies that quietly accumulate over time. The greatest obstacle
Recruiterflow Offers Four-Step Playbook for Building an AI-Native Search Firm
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how executive search firms identify talent, manage information, engage candidates, and serve clients. But adopting an AI-powered platform alone does not make a recruiting organization AI-native. The larger challenge is integrating technology across the search lifecycle in ways that improve decision-making, strengthen execution, and allow consultants to devote more attention
Kirk Palmer Associates Recruits Chief Merchandising Officer for Belk
Retail-focused executive search firm Kirk Palmer Associates has helped to recruit Molly Taylor as chief merchandising officer at retailer Belk, where she will lead merchandising strategy and vision across all product categories. Melissa Sussberg and Alexa Liebman led the assignment. Ms. Taylor is a merchandising executive with over 30 years of experience connecting topline vision to bottom-line performance
The Forces Reshaping Executive Search
As organizations face accelerating business transformation, leadership succession, and rapid advances in artificial intelligence, the demands placed on executive search firms continue to evolve. Clients are looking for more than candidate identification—they increasingly expect strategic guidance, deeper market intelligence, and advisors capable of helping them navigate an increasingly complex leadership landscape. Those themes emerged consistently
Bryant Group Fills Senior Position for the University of Washington
Dallas-based executive search and talent development firm Bryant Group has assisted in the recruitment of Justin Michalka as vice president for university development at the University of Washington (UW). The search was led by firm president Chris Bingley. “I’m delighted to welcome Justin to the University of Washington,” said Mary Gresch, senior vice president for university advancement. “He is a
SPMB Expands Financial Officer and Private Equity Practices
SPMB Executive Search has appointed Christy Mihos as a partner in the firm’s financial officer and private equity practices. “Christy is one of the most accomplished CFO search practitioners in the market, and we are thrilled to welcome him to SPMB,” said Dave Mullarkey, managing partner at SPMB. “His track record of advising PE firms and technology companies on
Executive Talent Market Faces New Pressures as AI and Private Equity Reshape Leadership Demand
The executive talent market continues to tighten as private investment accelerates, experienced leaders retire, and organizations compete for executives capable of driving growth and transformation. At the same time, artificial intelligence is changing the capabilities companies expect from senior leaders, while consulting and private equity firms rethink how they build leadership teams and evaluate potential.
Carpenter Legal Search Recruits General Counsel for Park Corporation
Legal recruiting remains an active area for executive search firms as corporations, law firms, government agencies, and other organizations compete for experienced legal talent. Employment of lawyers is projected to grow four percent from 2024 to 2034, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, with approximately 31,500 openings expected each year as employers add
Signium Opens New Office in Hamburg, Germany
Executive search consortium Signium has opened a new office in Hamburg, Germany. The new office is led by Moritz Drerup, managing partner, who joined Signium with more than a decade of executive search experience and a highly focused practice in technology and AI leadership. The Hamburg office represents a natural evolution for Mr. Drerup’s established executive search practice, combining his specialist expertise with the reach,
Executive Search Strategies for Leadership Success
As organizations navigate rapid change, leadership decisions have become increasingly consequential, placing greater pressure on executive search firms to identify candidates who can deliver both immediate impact and long-term value. Success at the highest levels depends on far more than filling a vacancy—it requires a disciplined search strategy that combines market intelligence, rigorous assessment, and
Leverage AI in Your Job Search: When to Use It and When Not To
Artificial intelligence has been changing the way people search for jobs. From optimizing resumes to preparing for interviews, AI has become a valuable resource for candidates looking to streamline the process. The key is knowing how to use it effectively, according to a recent report from New York City headquartered executive search firm Solomon Page. “AI
Corporate Culture & Talent: Navigating the New Norms
The keys to unlocking a successful corporate culture are predicated upon how leaders in organizations perceive culture as a top priority. Most senior leaders agree that a healthy company culture is a basic component of any successful organization. It lays the groundwork for strong employee engagement, retention, and performance. In today’s rapidly evolving professional landscape,
Heidrick & Struggles Shares Fall; Pressures Mounting at Publicly Held Headhunting Outfits
Executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has withdrawn it's financial guidance for 2012, citing "increasing uncertainty about the pace of global economic recovery." Volatility in foreign markets has cut into the firm's primary executive talent business, with Europe down 21 percent and Asia Pacific down 25 percent for the quarter. In the firm's America's
Overnorth Adds Partner in Dallas
Executive recruiting firm OverNorth has added Paul F. Olschwanger as a partner in its Dallas office. Mr. Olschwanger will work closely with money managers, pension plans, foundations and endowments, and investment consulting firms throughout the U.S. to assist with senior-level positions in portfolio management, distribution and investor relations. Most recently, he was with Adelante Capital
TribeHR Secures $2.5 Million in Funding
TribeHR, a social human resources platform, has secured $2.5 million in financing led by Relay Ventures, with participation from Matrix Partners. The funds will be used to accelerate the development of new social and mobile products and go-to-market strategies for TribeHR’s cloud-based HR management platform. “TribeHR has been built from the ground-up with the goal
Pedersen & Partners Launches Premium Compensation Database
Executive search firm Pedersen & Partners has launched its new compensation database as part of the firm’s executive compensation consulting services. The new tool will allow HR departments to create market salary packages for 60-plus positions across more than 40 countries worldwide. The firm recently added executive compensation consulting, headed up by Conrad Pramboeck, to
America’s Job Exchange Partners with Berkshire Associates
America's Job Exchange (AJE) has formed a strategic partnership with Berkshire Associates, a human resource consulting and technology firm that assists companies in building balanced workforces. The partnership agreement enables Berkshire to offer its clients direct access to AJE's OFCCP Compliance Solution for Recruitment. Rathin Sinha, president of AJE, stated: “As one of the leading
Hudson Global Posts 17 Percent Revenue Dip
Hudson Global/(NASDAQ:HSON) has posted second quarter 2012 revenues of $204.8 million, a decrease of 17.2 percent from the second quarter of 2011. The company recorded net income of $0.4 million, or $0.01 per basic and diluted share, compared with net income of $4.2 million, or $0.13 per basic and diluted share, a year ago. “Our
UBS Selects Oracle Fusion HCM
UBS has selected cloud-based Oracle Fusion Human Capital Management(HCM) to help provide the information and tools needed by its HR functions for its employees. “With a global workforce of about 65,000 across more than 50 countries, UBS needs an HCM solution that works globally and can help transform the way our HR organization delivers services,”
Heidrick & STruggles Posts 19 Percent Revenue Decline
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International/(NASDAQ:HSII) has posted net revenue of $116.1 million, down 18.7 percent from $142.8 million in the 2011 second quarter. Year over year, net revenue declined 14.9 percent in the Americas, 21.3 percent in Europe (approximately 13 percent on a constant currency basis), and 25.2 percent in Asia Pacific
Lucas Group Assigns New Managing Partner
Search firm Lucas Group has named Joe Eiseman as the new managing partner for the firm's New York information technology practice group. Mr. Eiseman brings to Lucas Group a solid IT recruiting background. In addition to serving more than 20 years with Kforce Professional, he has worked at The Execu|Search Group and Mitchell Martin Inc.
Sibson Consulting Expands Human Capital Consulting Expertise
Sibson Consulting has added Michael O’Malley as vice president and senior consultant in New York. Mr.O’Malley will be working with clients on performance management, compensation, talent management and organization effectiveness. His experience includes 15 years in consulting with the Promontory Financial, Hay Group, Mercer and Pearl Meyer/Clark consulting firms and running his own consulting business
Martin Partners Completes Search for Knopp Biosciences
Executive search firm Martin Partners has placed Sam Allen to the position of director, medical science liaison at Knopp Biosciences LLC, a growing drug discovery and development company. Prior to joining Knopp Biosciences, Mr. Allen was the director, medical affairs at NeurogesX. Chicago-headquartered Martin Partners provides executive search services to a wide array of industries.
Korn Ferry Adds CLient Partner in Milan
Korn/Ferry International has named Lorenza Di Giovanni as a client partner in the firm's consumer practice with a focus on luxury brands. She will be based in Milan. Ms. Di Giovanni joins the firm from Odgers Berndtson (formerly Ray & Berndtson), where she acted as partner, co-head of the firm's luxury global practice. "Lorenza has
B.E. Smith Strengthens Executive Search Division
Executive recruiting firm B.E. Smith has added Lydia Ostermeier as associate vice president for its executive search division. Ms. Ostermeier has over 15 years of experience in leadership positions. She was previously director of nursing and patient care services recruitment, retention, workforce development and resource center at Indiana University Health. She led recruitment initiatives for
3P Consultants Completes Search for Arthocare
Executive search firm 3P Consultants Pvt. Ltd has placed Tarun Narang as commercial director, India at ArthroCare Corporation. Mr. Narang has over 20 years of experience in Healthcare industry including pharmaceutical, high-value medical equipment, medical devices, disposables and therapy development in India and adjoining SAARC countries. ArthroCare develops and manufactures surgical devices, instruments, and implants
NGA Hires HR Veteran
NorthgateArinso (NGA), a provider of global human resources software, services and outsourced solutions, has appointed Keith Strodtman as president for the North American region, responsible for all of NGA's client relationships, business development, sales and operations in the USA and Canada. Mr. Strodtman begun his services career at Price Waterhouse in 1997, ultimately leading a
IRC Adds New Member in Turkey
IRC Global Executive Search Partners (IRC) has added Istanbul-based HumanGroup as its newest member firm. Gaye Özcan and Mehves Demir, both former HR managers, founded HumanGroup in 2006, focusing on executive search, selection and assessment, and customized training programs. HumanGroup’s clients are primarily large Turkish and international firms, operating across multiple sectors, and expanding regionally
Heidrick & Struggles Expands Leadership Roles
Stephen Beard, who currently serves as general counsel, will also assume responsibility for strategy and corporate development at Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International. Valerie Germain, who currently leads the company's functional practices, has been named to lead the strategic partners program and business development. "The current economic conditions and changing needs of
R&L Associates Completes Search for D.S. Wolf Group
R&L Associates has placed Katherine Slowinski as vice president and director with D.S. Wolf Group International, a NY-based search firm focusing in financial services. She specializes in the energy, capital markets and commodities sectors. Ms. Slowinski formerly served as a vice president at Soloman-Page Group, LLC. The search was conducted by Rochelle Schumer, president of
Epicor Releases News Human Capital Management Software
Epicor Software Corporation, a global leader in business software solutions for manufacturing, distribution, retail and services organizations, has released the latest version of its human capital management (HCM) solution, Epicor HCM version 5.7. The latest release of Epicor HCM will deliver functional improvements, focused on global framework and web services, designed to streamline processes and
SSI-SEARCH Adds Healthcare Recruiter
Recruiting firm SSi-SEARCH, Inc. has added Jim Campbell as an executive search consultant. Mr. Campbell will focus on C-level client searches in the healthcare IT marketplace. He has over 16 years of experience conducting executive searches, both in the U.S. and internationally. Mr. Campbell began his career in London working with boutique search firm Lloyd
First Advantage Taps New Leader of Asia Pacific
First Advantage, a global provider of workforce solutions, has appointed Salman Syed as managing director of Asia Pacific. Based in Singapore, Mr. Syed will spearhead First Advantage's growth throughout the region. He joins First Advantage from Premier Farnell Plc, where he held a variety of roles including president of Asia Pacific and global head of
Robert Half Posts 10 Percent Revenue Gain
Robert Half International Inc./(NYSE:RHI) has posted second quarter 2012 revenues of $1.03 billion, a 9.8 percent increase from revenues of $938 million in the second quarter of 2011. During the second quarter ended June 30, the company recorded earnings of $45.3 million, or 32 cents per share, compared to $36.4 million or 25 cents a
Vetted Solutions Retained by the Green House Project
Washington, D.C.-based executive search firm Vetted Solutions LLC has been selected by The Green House Project to lead its search for a new director. Robert Jenkins, its current director, will remain in the role while the search is conducted. The Green House Project partners with organizations, advocates, and communities to lead the transformation of institutional
Chandler Group Executive Search Adds New VP
Chandler Group Executive Search has added Taney Hamill as vice president in Annapolis, MD. Ms. Hamill previously co-founded Silopanna Healthcare Consulting where she assisted clients with a full continuum of services including developing and implementing public healthcare programs, regulatory compliance, operational effectiveness and business development initiatives. “Taney’s focus on the success of her clients, her
Stanton Chase Expands Staff
Executive search firm Stanton Chase International has named Monet LeMon as a new director and lead specialist for its communication and investor relations practice in North America. She will be based out of the Dallas and Los Angeles offices. Ms. LeMon formerly served as an associate at McCormack & Associates. Prior to that, she was
Temp Holdings and Kelly Services Enter Joint Venture
Temp Holdings Co., Ltd. and Kelly Services, Inc. have entered into a joint venture agreement to expand both companies' presence in North Asia. The joint venture, TS Kelly Workforce Solutions, will be headquartered in Hong Kong and will be effective October 2012. Under the terms of the agreement, Toshio Saburi, executive managing director of Temp
Nosal Partners Fills Position for RAE Systems
Executive recruiter Nosal Partners LLC has placed William Kolbeck as vice president of radiation instrumentation business at RAE Systems, Inc. Mr. Kolbeck was previously business unit director, Infrared Sensor Business at Raytek Corporation in Santa Cruz, California. The search was conducted by David Nosal, chairman and CEO of Nosal Partners. RAE Systems innovates, designs and
SpenglerFox Adds Consultant in Ukraine
Executive search firm SpenglerFox has added Dr. Larisa Varenikova as principal consultant based in Ukraine. Dr. Varenikova is an accomplished business leader, consultant, and psychologist focused on building talent management solutions for executives and organizations. She has conducted numerous senior-level engagements across a variety of functions, including board, chief executive officer, chief financial officer, chief
Bench International Names SVP
Global executive search firm Bench International has named Catherine Balin as a senior vice president. Ms. Balin will help lead Bench's retained executive search and strategic human resources consulting activities. With more than three decades of experience with talent identification and human resources strategic planning in industries including healthcare and financial services, she was previously
Korn Ferry to Lead CEO Search for SED International Holdings
Korn/Ferry International has been selected by SED International Holdings, Inc. to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. Jonathan Elster, SED's current chief executive, will remain CEO until the search process is completed. Founded in 1980, SED International Holdings, Inc. is a multinational, preferred distributor of leading computer technology, consumer electronics, small
Ceridian Launches HR Authority
Ceridian Corporation, a provider of managed human resource, recruiting solutions, and payroll outsourcing solutions, has launched HR Authority, an integrated suite of services that gives businesses the tools to manage and pay their people and navigate the ever-changing benefits market. “Small-sized businesses have long wanted a single cost-effective solution to HR management, payroll and benefits
