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Korn Ferry Appoints Chair of the Board and CEO Practice in the U.K.
Korn Ferry has named Dominic Schofield as chair of the board and CEO practice in the U.K. Under Mr. Schofield’s leadership, Korn Ferry will continue to strengthen its unique position, combining board advisory and executive search for boardrooms. “I am pleased to announce that Dominic Schofield will assume the role of chair of our U.K. board and CEO practice,” said Daren Kemp,
Beyond Traditional Executive Search: Human Insight, AI Power
Artificial intelligence is no longer just a technological breakthrough—it is transforming industries, redefining economies, and reshaping how organizations create value. To keep pace, leaders must combine business acumen with adaptability, foresight, and AI fluency, guiding their companies through both the opportunities and complexities this new era brings. “Artificial intelligence is reshaping our landscape and enabling
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 PE-Backed Companies Need a Talent Operating System
PE-backed companies rarely underperform because they lack urgency. They underperform because they fail to translate strategy into talent with enough precision, according to a recent report from Keith Johnstone, vice president of marketing at Talentfoot Executive Search. “In our experience leading executive searches for PE-backed businesses, the real breakdown usually happens before a search begins,
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?
Acertitude Recruits Head of Cybersecurity/CISO for Adevinta Spain
Acertitude has assisted in the recruitment of Xavi Bertomeu as head of cybersecurity and chief information security officer for Adevinta Spain, an EQT portfolio company. The search was led by partners, Eliza Baker and Tim Cook with support from Finty Hunter and Hannah Elwiss. Mr. Bertomeu brings more than a decade of experience in cybersecurity,
Anthem Executive | Anthem Academics Seeking Director of Athletics Texas A&M International University
Athletic directors are playing an increasingly vital role at colleges and universities across the country. With the expansion of athletic departments and, for the larger schools, the infusion of big dollars for sports, more schools have turned to search firms when such positions become open. Too much is at stake, they feel, to go at
Reducing Risk Through Informed Executive Search
As organizations face increasing pressure to make the right leadership decisions, executive search is becoming less about simply filling senior roles and more about reducing risk of a bad hire through better information, stronger alignment, and a deeper understanding of the leadership market. Companies are increasingly seeking search partners that can provide strategic insight before
Rokos Group Seeking CHRO for Keck Medicine of USC
Newport Beach, CA-based executive search firm Rokos Group has been retained by Keck Medicine of USC to lead in its search for a new chief human resources officer. The CHRO will serve as a strategic executive leader responsible for recommending, developing, implementing, administering, interpreting, coordinating, and evaluating human resources strategies, policies, programs, laws, and procedures pertaining to
Academic Career & Executive Search Retained by Briar Cliff University to Find New CFO
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) has been selected by Briar Cliff University to lead in its search for a vice president of finance and chief financial officer. Jennifer Muller, managing partner, is leading the assignment. Briar Cliff University seeks a strategic and entrepreneurial financial leader. Reporting directly to the president and serving as a member of the
How Adaptive Governance Is Reshaping Leadership in Private Equity
Private equity firms have transformed how they create value, placing greater emphasis on operational execution, leadership effectiveness, and strategic oversight throughout the investment lifecycle. As a result, executive search firms are increasingly being called upon not only to recruit high-impact leaders and board directors, but also to identify executives capable of operating within governance models
Why the Chief AI Officer Is Becoming a C-Suite Essential
Artificial intelligence is reshaping executive leadership, prompting organizations to rethink who should guide enterprise-wide AI strategy and oversee its responsible adoption. As companies move beyond experimentation to large-scale implementation, executive search firms are seeing growing demand for leaders who can combine technical expertise with business acumen, regulatory awareness, and the ability to drive transformation across
Yale University Taps Lindauer to Lead Vice President for Alumni Affairs and Development
Lindauer has been retained by Yale University to lead in its search for a vice president for alumni affairs and development. The search is being led by Lindauer CEO Deb Taft, executive vice president Faith Montgomery and senior consultant Andrew Machado. Yale University seeks an accomplished, visionary, and collaborative leader. Reporting directly to president Maurie McInnis and serving
What a Great Executive Onboarding Plan Actually Looks Like
Executive search firms devote significant time and expertise to identifying leaders capable of driving organizational success, yet the work of ensuring those executives thrive often begins only after the search concludes. As organizations face mounting pressure to maximize leadership investments and accelerate executive impact, onboarding is emerging as a critical extension of the search process
Slone Partners Recruits Chief Scientific Officer for Prolynx
Life sciences-focused search firm Slone Partners has recruited Amer Mirza as chief scientific officer at Prolynx, a biotechnology company developing a next-generation portfolio of ultra-long-acting medicines for obesity and related metabolic conditions. “Dr. Amer Mirza is an accomplished scientific leader whose deep expertise in drug discovery and development and passion for innovation make him exceptionally well suited to serve as
Wilson Appoints New CEO
Global talent solutions provider Wilson has announced a planned leadership transition as founder and CEO John Wilson moves into a role on the board after nearly 24 years leading the company. Jean-Francois Vezina has been appointed CEO and will lead the next phase of Wilson’s growth and innovation. “It was important to me that the company be
ATS vs. CRM: Why Both Matter in Executive Search
An ATS is designed to move candidates through a single search, not to maintain relationships over the years between searches. In executive search, however, those long-term relationships are where most of the revenue is actually generated. A new report from Recruiterflow breaks down the difference between an ATS and an executive search CRM, why relationship-driven
Potrero Group Leads Search for the Leader of Bay Area’s Largest Trail Network
San Francisco-based leadership consulting and search firm Potrero Group has assisted in the recruitment of Kirsten Saenz Tobey as the executive director of the Bay Area Ridge Trail Council. This follows a national search. “Kirsten brings exactly the combination of strategic vision, entrepreneurial leadership, and genuine passion for conservation that this moment calls for,” said Taylor
Caldwell Appoints COO; Announces New Regional Managing Partner Structure
Toronto-based Caldwell has named John Blank as chief operating officer. The firm has also established a new regional managing partner structure designed to support the firm’s continued growth, strengthen operational effectiveness, and enhance coordination across its global platform. In his new role, Mr. Blank will oversee Caldwell’s business and people operations, including regional leadership, talent and people
The Evolution of the CHRO: From Personnel to Enterprise Leadership
The responsibilities of today’s chief human resources officer extend far beyond talent management, reflecting a broader shift in how organizations view leadership and business performance. As workforce transformation, artificial intelligence, and organizational change reshape corporate priorities, the CHRO has become an increasingly influential voice in helping CEOs and boards navigate strategic decisions. Not long ago,
GHP Search Assists Christel House with the Recruitment of New Board Members
GHP Search, formerly known as Greenwich Harbor Partners, has helped Christel House Intl. to recruit John Gomes, partner, global telecom and technology at Bain & Co, and former partner, software at Kearney, Mani Iyer, chief AI and technology officer at Vanguard and former SVP – global head of infrastructure, data and technology at Paypal. Mr. Gomes is a globally recognized transformation and strategy leader in
TOC Arts Partners Assists Union Arts Center with the Recruitment of First Artistic Director
Following an extensive national search, New York City-based TOC Arts Partners has assisted Union Arts Center in Seattle, WA, with the recruitment of Yuvika Tolani as the first permanent artistic director. The search was led by vice president of executive search, Cynthia Fuhrman. “As a former resident of Seattle myself, I have enjoyed many performances
Why PE Organizations Need to Apply Their Own Playbook to Themselves
Private equity firms have long applied rigorous operating frameworks to the companies they acquire, but many have yet to bring that same discipline to their own organizations. As market conditions demand stronger operational execution and more consistent value creation, leading firms are rethinking how they structure teams, define leadership roles, and integrate operating expertise across
ZRG Aspen Leadership Group Seeking Chief of Development for the American LGBTQ+ Museum
ZRG Aspen Leadership Group was recently retained by the American LGBTQ+ Museum to lead in its search for chief of development. Jeanette Rivera-Watts is leading the assignment. Reporting to the executive director, the chief of development will provide the leadership, direction, and coordination of fundraising strategies and activities to advance the mission of the American
Lochlin Partners Recruits CFO for the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association
Lochlin Partners has recruited Janelle Padgett as VP and CFO of the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association in Glen Allen, VA. Ms. Padgett has more than 25 years of progressive executive leadership experience across complex healthcare systems, including multiple CFO, controller, and senior finance leadership roles within both for-profit and non-profit healthcare organizations. Most recently,
Why PE Firms Need Operational CFOs as Executive Growth Planners
Consider a private equity deal team forced to hold a portfolio company well beyond its planned exit timeline—not because the business underperformed, but because the IPO market stalled and potential buyers disappeared. Today, that scenario is more common than exceptional, a recent report from Odgers explained. “In an era where capital is abundant but exits
Executive Hiring Without Borders: Navigating the Opportunities and Risks
Remote work has transformed how we do business. When it comes to hiring, there are no borders. Companies can choose leaders from around the globe to guide their organizations. While beneficial, this can also present issues, according to a new report from Stahl Recruiting Executive Search, an executive search firm specializing in the railway industry. “When
Academic Search Recruits 10th President for the University of Saint Mary
Following a nationwide search, education-focused executive recruiter Academic Search has assisted in the recruitment of Ann Marie Fallon as the 10th president of the University of Saint Mary (USM) in Leavenworth, KS. Senior consultants Suzanne Mellon and Disa Mason led the assignment. She will succeed Sister Diane Steele, who has led USM for 25 years and last summer announced her
Why Human Judgment Will Matter More in the Age of AI
AI will accomplish extraordinary things—but it will also tempt us to mistake output for humanity. It has the potential to boost productivity, reduce costs, accelerate insight and innovation, and, when used thoughtfully, even deepen our self-awareness. As AI agents and systems become increasingly capable of showing reasoning, empathy, and elements of judgment, many people will
The Tolan Group Recruits VP of Payor Strategy at CCRM Fertility
The Tolan Group (TTG) has placed Marianne Fanning as vice president of payor strategy at CCRM Fertility, bringing extensive experience in managed care strategy, payor relations, and reimbursement optimization. Ms. Fanning’s appointment reflects CCRM Fertility’s continued investment in expanding patient access, strengthening payor partnerships, and supporting the organization’s long-term growth strategy. Prior to joining CCRM Fertility,
The Futurist Role That Chief Talent Officers Are Suddenly Taking On
As talent becomes increasingly recognized as the crucial lever in the broader success and value of a company, the significance of the chief talent officer role has grown exponentially. Chief executives and boards now concede the influence that talent plays in executing broad business objectives. And, according to a new report from Leathwaite, with this shift
SuccessFactors Launches New Social Collaboration and Mobile Tools
SuccessFactors, a provider of on-demand employee performance and talent management solutions, has announced new social collaboration and mobile features along with an enhanced user interface in its Business Execution (BizX) Suite. The company is incorporating these capabilities within each solution area of its BizX Suite by combining formal talent management with new social and informal
B.E. Smith Retained by St. John’s Episcopal Hospital for CIO Search
Executive recruiting firm B.E. Smith has been selected by St. John's Episcopal Hospital to lead a national search for a new chief information officer. St. John's Episcopal Hospital is located in Far Rockaway, N.Y. Founded in 1978, B. E. Smith is a full-service leadership solutions firm for healthcare providers.
Heidrick & Struggles Strengthens Team in Dubai
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has added Michael Morcos, Raed Sater and David Myers to its Dubai office as partners. The trio previously formed the Middle East office of EWK International in 2008. Over the past four years, they have established relationships with leadership teams of major regional companies by providing executive
Cook Associates Fills Senior Positions for Astonish Results
Chicago-based Cook Associates Executive Search has recruited Rishi Bhatia and Dino Cattaneo to Astonish Results as chief technology officer and digital marketing officer, respectively. The searches were led by Seth Harris, EVP and managing director. Mr. Bhatia brings a record as an innovative product and technology leader across online media, marketing services/technology, advertising, enterprise IT
Talent Technology Corp. Acquires HR Integrations
Talent Technology Corporation, a provider of component recruiting technologies for the recruiting/staffing industry and corporate HR departments, has acquired HR Integrations, LLC, providers of the HRNX (HR iNtegration eXchange) integration network. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. HRNX is a cloud-based solution that connects HR systems with leading HR services providers through pre-built,
StaffGroup Opens Office in Germany
Staffgroup, the parent company of Eurostaff Group and Earthstaff, a provider of specialist recruitment solutions to the technology, finance and energy industries internationally, has launched a new office in Düsseldorf. The new business unit will focus on sourcing candidates in accounting, controlling and audit across industry and finance at mid-to-senior level and builds on the
OperationsInc Acquires AllCountyJobs.com
OperationsInc has acquired job board AllCountyJobs.com, with the purchase including a total of 29 job boards covering the Northeast U.S. corridor. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. OperationsInc’s plans include growing the content and popularity of each site by offering enhanced services to both the employer and candidate populations, leveraging their expertise on
DHR International Names Managing Director for the West Coast
DHR International has added Adam Charlson as executive vice president and managing director of the firm's West Coast operations. Mr. Charlson will be based in the DHR's San Francisco office and focus on searches in the technology space. His primary industry focus is the enterprise technology/services marketplace. Other areas of focus include communications and media,
ChampionScott Partners Completes Search for Notable Solutions
Executive search firm ChampionScott Partners has placed Rachid Sijelmassi as senior vice president of engineering at Notable Solutions, Inc. (NSi). Mr. Sijelmassi joins Notable Solutions from CA Technologies where he was VP of software engineering. Notable Solutions is a provider of paper and electronic content capture and business automation solutions. ChampionScott Partners is an executive
Monster Employment Index Up Slightly in May
The Monster Employment Index (MEI), a monthly analysis of millions of online job opportunities culled from a large, representative selection of corporate career sites and job boards, grew three percent in May and rose one percent month-over-month. Transportation and warehousing continued to outpace all sectors in recruitment growth, while finance and insurance gained momentum during
Diversified Search Names Head of Board of Directors Practice
Diversified Search has named J. Veronica Biggins as managing director to lead the firm's board of directors practice. Ms. Biggins previously served as assistant to the President of the United States and director of presidential personnel under President Bill Clinton. Her background includes 20 years’ experience with NationsBank (now Bank of America) and its predecessor,
IRC Adds BraxtonCooper as Newest Partner
IRC Global Executive Search Partners (IRC) has added Texas-based BraxtonCooper as its newest partner firm. The firms’ practice focus is management and strategy consulting across all industries, but with a focus on the energy (oil & gas and utilities) sector. Founded in 2006, BraxtonCooper’s executive team includes three managing directors: Belinda Burson, who has particular
Nosal Partners Places CEO at Become, Inc
Executive recruiter Nosal Partners LLC has placed G. Alex Terry as president and chief executive officer at Become, Inc., a global leader in online comparison shopping. The search was conducted by David Nosal, chairman and CEO, and Baillie Parker, a partner at the firm. Most recently, Mr. Terry served as executive vice president and general
Accolo Adds LinkedIn Co-Founder to Board
Accolo, a provider of on-demand recruiting software and services, has added LinkedIn co-founder, Konstantin Guericke, to its board of directors. Mr. Guericke joins Chuck Saunders, former CEO of Broadlane, Ho Nam, general partner of Altos Ventures and John Younger, Accolo’s founder and CEO on the Accolo board of directors. “We are delighted to have such
Harvey Nash Create New Initiative to Female Board Leaders
Harvey Nash Group, a global provider of professional recruitment and outsourcing services, has launched an executive level women's business network – Aspire – specifically aimed at supporting women at c-suite, director and VP level progress to board positions. The Aspire network is designed to bring together a greater pool of high performing executives by focusing
Raines International Adds VP in New York
New York City-based Raines International Inc. has added Shami Anand as a vice president in its New York office. Ms. Anand joins the firm's operations practice. She previously served as vice president of global sweeteners & other beverage ingredients at PepsiCo, Inc. Founded in 1969, Raines International provides executive search services to a wide range
Morgan Samuels Places CFO at Orange County Container Group
Morgan Samuels Company, an L.A.-based executive recruiter, has placed placement of Renuka Ayer as corporate chief financial officer at Orange County Container Group. Ms. Ayer had most recently been the finance director at Everett Charles Technologies, Incorporated – a Dover Corporation. Orange County Container Group is a leading integrated paper and paperboard packaging manufacturer operating
CareerCast.com/JobSerf Index Drops in May
The CareerCast.com/JobSerf Employment Index, which measures managerial recruitment activity online, dropped slightly by 3.8 points in May, following a sharp decrease in April. The May 2012 Index lost some ground over the past two months as it struggles to recover to its all-time high of 116.9 reached in March 2012. Several cities had increased hiring
Sellick Partnership Names Principal Consultant
Finance-focused recruitment specialist Sellick Partnership has named Jonathan Moss as a principal consultant. Mr. Moss will concentrate on recruiting for senior roles on executive management teams. With close to 10 years recruitment experience, he was previously a principal consultant at Watson Moore. Established in 2002, Sellick Partnership provides financial and legal recruitment solutions within the
North Highland Adds Human Capital Expert
North Highland, a global consulting firm, has added Linda Kerzel to lead its human capital service area. Ms. Kerzel will leverage her 18 years of experience and provide additional insight and perspective in talent management, organization design and complex program management. “Linda brings broad expertise and leadership in human capital and will be instrumental in
Online Labor Demand Drops in May
Online advertised vacancies dipped 45,700 in May to 4,714,800, according to The Conference Board’s Help Wanted OnLine Data Series (HWOL). The supply/demand rate stands at 2.6 unemployed for every vacancy. In May the number of unemployed was 7.7 million above the number of advertised vacancies, compared to 10 million above in the fall of 2011.
Pilat HR Solutions Extends Partnership with ITAP International
Pilat HR Solutions, a provider of human capital management technology and professional services, has extended itsstrategic alliance with ITAP International. With this partnership, clients of both Pilat HR Solutions and ITAP International will be able to implement more effective cross-cultural HR processes and technology. ITAP International works with customers to measure cultural dimensions, identify potential
Employers Struggling to Find Talent
ManpowerGroup released the results of its seventh-annual Talent Shortage Survey, revealing 49 percent of U.S. employers are experiencing difficulty filling mission-critical positions within their organizations. Although slightly lower than the 52 percent of employers struggling in 2011, a significant percentage of total U.S. employers continue to face hiring challenges despite continued high unemployment. U.S. employers
Mansfield & Associates Opens Chicago Office
Mansfield & Associates, Ltd., a research driven executive search firm with offices in Cleveland; Fort Myers, FL; Minneapolis, MN; Budapest, Hungary, has opened its Chicago office with the addition of area manager Laura Zaksas. Ms. Zaksas has over 15 years of experience in research and candidate identification across a broad range of industries at management
Lonergan Partners Completes Search for Infobox
Executive search firm Lonergan Partners has recruited David Gee as executive vice president of marketing at Infoblox, Inc. Mr. Gee brings to Infoblox over 20 years of experience marketing innovative enterprise and mobile computing products and solutions at leading technology companies such as Hewlett-Packard, Yahoo!, Sun and IBM. “David Gee is one of the top
WilsonHCG and Sendouts Create New Talent Acquisition Software
WilsonHCG, a global recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) and human capital consulting firm, has formed a partnership with Sendouts, a single source provider of online recruiting software. and has designed Wynd, a customizable talent acquisition software. The addition of Wynd to WilsonHCG’s offerings allows them to position themselves as a full service RPO provider. Wynd is
Preston | Reffett Chosen by U.S. Food & Drug Administration
Executive search firm Preston | Reffett, LLC was chosen by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration to conduct multiple senior level search engagements across the agency. Marshall Reffett and Ron Flom from the Washington, D.C., office of Preston | Reffett will lead the assignments. Bill Reffett, managing partner, said: “Our public sector – government practice
Korn Ferry to Lead Search for AIAA
Korn/Ferry International has been selected by the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) to lead its search for a new executive director. The search is expected to be completed by October. AIAA is the world's largest technical society dedicated to the global aerospace profession with more than 35,000 individual members worldwide. Korn/Ferry International, based
MacroStaffing Launched to Connects IT Professionals with Corporate Clients
Macrosoft has announced the launch of its MacroStaffing service to provide highly qualified IT staff to its corporate clients by augmenting their existing teams both on-site and virtually. Macrosoft recruits, screens and trains IT staff in the industry and provides ongoing support for placement on clients’ projects. Macrosoft’s pricing structure and range of technical talent
Hanover Search Group Names Head of U.S. Office
London-based Hanover Search Group has named Tom Carter as managing director in charge of its U.S. office. In this role, he is charged with leveraging Hanover's financial services relationships. Prior to joining Hanover, Mr. Carter spent six years managing search firm LeaderFinder Consulting with a special focus on risk, finance, compliance and underwriting roles across
Saba Partners with TeachScape
Saba, a provider of human capital management (HCM) solutions, and Teachscape, a leader in delivering Web-based professional learning content, innovative technologies, and expert services, have formed an alliance to offer joint customers a competency-based integrated talent management platform, designed to support the development of effective teaching practice throughout the career lifecycle of educators.Through this alliance,
