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Alexander Hughes Names Managing Partner of Paris Office
Alexander Hughes has appointed Jean-Marie Simon as managing partner of the Paris office. “His appointment as managing partner of the Paris office follows his successful tenure as a client partner at our firm for several years, where he played a key role in managing our relationships with key clients, leading strategic initiatives and developing a
The Strategic Imperative for Unified Platforms in Executive Search
Executive search is at an inflection point. Firms are drowning in disconnected tools, fragmented data, and outdated workflows that make it harder—not easier—to identify transformational leaders. Many executive search consultants tell Hunt Scanlon Media that what the industry needs is a unified platform powered by point-in-time intelligence, one that surfaces executives when they were most
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,
Rethinking Value Creation in Private Equity
A recent Harvard Business Review article highlights private equity’s need for a talent strategy. While traditionally praised for their adeptness in driving value through financial engineering, the landscape of private equity has undergone a significant transformation: the focus on operational prowess is rising as the prominence of financial engineering diminishes, according to a recent report from ON Partners’ Matt
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,
AIMS International Adds Morocco Based New Talents Consulting
AIMS International has added New Talents Consulting to its global network. Created in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and now based in Morocco, New Talents is a specialist recruitment agency in MENA market that hires candidates at all levels and in every division of the industry. Its client list includes both governmental and privately-owned companies. With
BCA, Executive Recruiters Places HR Exec at Marsh
BCA, Executive Recruiters has placed Linda Foppiano as managing director of human resources at Marsh. Ms. Foppiano held numerous senior executive HR positions at Citi. BCA’s chief operating officer and SVP recruitment, Joe Gonzalez, led the search. Marsh, a global leader in insurance broking and risk management, teams with its clients to define, design, and
Boyden Adds Executive Director to Australian Office
Boyden has added Grant Hodgetts, an investment and capital markets expert with more than 30 years of experience in real estate and funds management, to its Australian office as an executive director. Mr. Hodgetts will recruit board, senior executive and functional leader roles related to cross-border investment in Australia, Asia and North America. He will
Pearson Partners Opens Office in Fort Worth
Pearson Partners International has opened a new office in Fort Worth, Texas. Senior vice president and shareholder Renee Baker Arrington will lead the office while continuing to maintain an office in Pearson Partner’s Dallas headquarters. “While we have performed numerous successful executive searches in Fort Worth through our Dallas office we are seeing significant growth
Executive Quest Recruits VP Business Development at Allstate Financial
Executive Quest International, LLC has placed Bill Kavanaugh as vice president of business development at Allstate Financial. Mr. Kavanaugh previously held the positions of SVP, distribution management for the last five years and earlier was VP of marketing and professional development with Securian Financial Group. Allstate Financial helps homeowners meet their home financing needs by
Kenexa Posts 27 Percent Q1 Revenue Gain
Kenexa Corporation/(NASDAQ:KNXA), a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has posted revenues of $80.1 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2012, a 27 percent increase from revenues of $63 million a year ago. Non-GAAP net income available to common shareholders, was $5.4 million, compared to $3.7 million last year. “We are
ZRG Partners Expands in Europe
ZRG Partners Inc., a global provider of executive search and talent management solutions, has expanded its operations in the life sciences market in Europe. Adam El Din, based in Geneva, will be the European president. Mr. El Din will also operate as the new global head of life sciences for ZRG. Formerly, he served as
IRC Adds New Member Firm in Tokyo
IRC Global Executive Search Partners (IRC) has added Morunda KK as its partner in Japan. Morunda KK is based in Tokyo and is a retained executive search firm 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
Clarey/Napier Taps CFO for Gulf Coast Energy Resources
Houston-based Clarey/Napier International has placed Don Turkleson as chief financial officer of Gulf Coast Energy Resources. Previously, Mr. Turkleson served as CFO at Cheniere Energy Inc. Founded in 1998, Clarey/Napier International is an executive search firm specializing in the energy industry and is a member of IIC Partners Executive Search Worldwide. Gulf Coast Energy Resources
eQuest Extends Services to Latin America
eQuest has expanded its job delivery network in Central and South America and will now service job posting deliveries in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Columbia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Mexico, Panama, Peru, Uruguay and Venezuela. Called “Latin Direct,” the service can deliver jobs to any number of the job boards in any local language
Slayton Search Partners Appoints New EVP
Chicago-based executive search firm Slayton Search Partners has named Kevin Logterman as executive vice president. Mr. Logtermann will be working with clients across a variety of functions within primarily the manufacturing and industrial sectors. His clients are both large, multinational companies as well as portfolio companies of major private equity firms. Prior to joining Slayton,
