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The Moran Company Seeking CEO for the American Counseling Association
The Moran Company, an executive recruitment firm that specializes in the non-profit sector, has been selected by the American Counseling Association (ACA) to lead in its search for a new CEO. Jon Rosell is leading the assignment. The organization seeks an energetic, experienced, and highly skilled chief executive officer to work collaboratively with the governing
Allen Austin Recruits CHRO for Stress Engineering Services
Houston, TX-based search firm Allen Austin has helped to recruit Michelle Howison as the new chief human resources officer at Stress Engineering Services, Inc. The search was led by Edie Bartlett and Liz Townsend. Ms. Howison brings over 20 years of HR leadership experience, with a proven track record in M&A integration, organizational development, and building high-performing
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.
NPAG Appoints Senior Advisor
Executive search firm NPAG has appointed André Blackman as senior advisor. In this new role, he will build and lead a practice focused on mission-driven innovation — connecting dynamic leadership talent and the development resources to keep that talent in seat, to founders and organizations solving problems that matter. “André brings a rare combination of strategic insight, storytelling
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?
Sheffield Haworth Adds Private Equity & Growth Venture Portfolio Assets Veteran
Global leadership advisory and executive search firm Sheffield Haworth has expanded with the addition of Michael McDonnell as managing director, private equity and growth venture portfolio assets. He is based in the New York office and works within the technology sector practice. “We are thrilled to welcome Michael to the team,” said Paul Gillespie, managing director of the
Leadership Needs Shift in a Changing Federal Market
Executive search across the federal contracting, government services, defense, and technology sectors is entering a new phase as companies look for more sophisticated ways to evaluate leadership beyond résumés, references, and past performance. In markets where specialized experience, relationships, and an understanding of complex government customers can be critical, the challenge is not simply identifying
Private Equity Rollup Wave Reshapes Executive Search
What may once have looked like a series of isolated transactions is increasingly taking on the shape of a broader industry shift. As capital moves into the sector and firms rethink where they have true competitive strength, the pattern is becoming harder to ignore. “A year ago, I would have called this a prediction, today,
HARTZ Search Seeking Chief Revenue Officer for Geisinger
Charlotte, NC-based HARTZ Search was recently retained by Geisinger to lead in its search for a chief revenue officer. This executive will direct, manage, and implement programs to ensure efficient revenue management operations and sufficient cash flow to support Geisinger operations and strategic initiatives. The role is responsible for identifying, analyzing, reducing, and resolving revenue management issues
Kincannon & Reed Places Executive Director for the Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association
Kincannon & Reed (K&R), which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has assisted in the recruitment of Patrick Carney as the new executive director of the Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association. Dave Smith stepped down from his executive role after leading the association for more than 30 years. “Patrick pairs dairy industry knowledge with
Noto Group Expands Global Consumer Practice
Portland, OR-headquartered executive search firm Noto Group has expanded with the additions of Kirsty Schofield and Cody Johns as senior partners in its global consumer practice. “Cody and Kirsty bring highly complementary experience, deep consumer sector expertise, and a genuine connection to how we work,” said Sara Spirko, managing partner of Noto Group. “Both understand that finding
millionways Brings a New Behavioral Intelligence Lever to Executive Recruiters
Hunt Scanlon Ventures this week completed its investment in millionways, a New York-headquartered company that builds a behavioral intelligence layer of AI for human agent workforces, utilizing a proprietary Large Psychology Model called Thorsten-4. The platform focuses on understanding human signals, motives, and behavior patterns, with applications used across AI governance, executive hiring, talent management,
AI Governance Jobs Platform Builds Early Momentum Through Privacy-First Model
AI-Governance-Jobs.com, operated by GRC Careers LLC and led by founder and CEO F. Jay Hall, has built its model combining specialized career content, organic search visibility, and privacy-focused architecture. The company’s latest executive summary reports 134,499 organic impressions over a recent 28-day period, achieved roughly three months after launch — without advertising. As demand grows
Blue Rock Human Capital Assists Linfield University with the Recruitment of Dean of the School of Business
Blue Rock Human Capital has helped to recruit Isaac Wanasika as the new dean of the School of Business at Linfield University. “Blue Rock Human Capital was pleased to work with Linfield University to identify their new dean of the School of Business,” said Jacquelyn Elliot, president and COO of Blue Rock Human Capital. “Today’s higher
CIO Partners Leading Cybersecurity Search for Flexsteel Industries
CIO Partners was recently retained by Flexsteel Industries in Dubuque, IA, to lead in its search for director of cybersecurity. This role partners closely with IT, executive leadership, legal, compliance, operations, and external security partners to reduce cyber risk, strengthen business resilience, and ensure the organization is prepared to prevent, detect, respond to, and recover
Pacific International Launches Leadership Coaching and Onboarding Service
London-headquartered executive search firm Pacific International Executive Search has launched its new leadership coaching & onboarding service. This will support senior leaders through the highest-stakes moments of their careers. “The first months in a new leadership role, a step-change in scope, the pressures of C-suite leadership – these are just a few examples where an experienced coach can turn potential into value faster
Leveraging AI to Drive Business Development in Executive Search
AI is beginning to reshape how executive search firms approach business development, moving the process beyond traditional account lists and periodic outreach toward more continuous market intelligence. By helping recruiters identify meaningful changes across companies, leadership teams, and professional networks, AI is creating new opportunities to engage clients with greater relevance and better timing. The
Korn Ferry Retained by Convergence for CEO Search
Korn Ferry has been retained by Convergence to lead in its search for a new CEO. Joan Larrea will retire as CEO in early 2027 after more than a decade of leadership. Since inception, Ms. Larrea has led the organization through a decade of significant growth, helping establish Convergence as the world’s leading authority on
St. Olaf College Taps Brettschneider Executive Search for Chief Information Officer Search
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been selected by St. Olaf College to lead in its search for chief information officer. St. Olaf seeks a values-forward, innovative CIO. The next CIO of St. Olaf College will serve as a trusted advisor to the provost, president, and president’s leadership team on the role of information and library resources
Boyden Seeking CEO for Creative BC
Boyden has been retained by Creative BC in Vancouver, British Columbia to lead in its search for a new CEO. Reporting to the board of directors, the CEO will provide strategic and operational leadership to an organization that sits at the center of British Columbia’s creative economy. The CEO will lead the execution of Creative BC’s mandate
Signium Expands in Belgium
Executive search consortium Signium has expanded with the addition of Valérie Schmitt to its Belgium team as leadership consulting partner. “She will support executive leaders and teams at pivotal moments, helping them navigate change and succeed in complex environments,” Signium said. “Drawing on more than 25 years in senior corporate roles, Valérie brings first-hand experience of the challenges
How AI Is Reshaping Executive Assessment and Leadership Development
As organizations look for better ways to evaluate leadership potential, attention is shifting beyond experience and credentials toward how executives actually think, communicate, make decisions, and respond under pressure. AI is creating new ways to analyze those behaviors at scale, giving executive search firms and their clients additional evidence when assessing qualities such as judgment,
Caldwell Assists the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority with the Recruitment of President for the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project
Toronto-based Caldwell has assisted the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority with the recruitment of Cheryl Nelms as president of the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project. Her appointment follows a competitive international executive recruitment process. The search was led by Drew Railton, Lucy Antrobus, and Vicky O’Connor. “With more than 25 years of experience delivering complex infrastructure projects across Canada, Cheryl brings
TOC Arts Partners Fills Key Position for Film at Lincoln Center
New York City-based TOC Arts Partners has helped to recruit Trent Anderson as vice president of development of Film at Lincoln Center (FLC). This follows an extensive national search led by senior strategist, Brenna Thomas. “Throughout the search process, Trent distinguished himself with his strategic vision, fundraising expertise, and thoughtful leadership,” said Daniel Battsek, president of Film
True Launches Forensic Referencing Offering
Global executive talent platform True has launched True Forensic Referencing, a new executive intelligence capability designed to help investors, boards, and executive teams make more informed leadership decisions before high-stakes investments, new business relationships, and governance milestones. The firm named Christopher Jaros as partner to build and lead the offering. This expands True’s executive intelligence platform, complementing the firm’s executive
Long Ridge Partners Appoints Director
New York City-based Long Ridge Partners has named Chrissie Shin as director. “Please join us in congratulating Chrissie Shin on her promotion to director,” Long Ridge Partners said in a LinkedIn post. “Chrissie’s expertise, dedication, and leadership have made her an invaluable member of the Long Ridge team. This well-earned promotion reflects the impact she’s made across
Navigating the Search for Tomorrow’s HBCU Leaders
Leadership searches at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) are becoming increasingly complex as boards weigh institutional legacy against rapidly changing demands on presidents. Executive search firms are being asked to identify candidates who can balance mission, financial stewardship, fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and long-term strategy while navigating a more uncertain higher education environment. For HBCUs,
Egon Zehnder Called in by CAAT Pension Plan for CEO Search
Leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder has been selected by the board of trustees of CAAT Pension Plan to lead in its search for its next chief executive officer. This follows the departure of longtime CEO and plan manager Derek Dobson, who recently resigned. The search will focus on leaders who can combine strategic vision with operational discipline,
The National Airlines Council of Canada Retains Odgers to Lead Search for CEO
Odgers was recently retained by the National Airlines Council of Canada (NACC) to lead in its search for a new president and CEO. Jeff Morrison has informed the board of his intention to retire. He will continue to lead the association until a successor is appointed to ensure a seamless transition of leadership. To support the
PierceGray Expands Staff with New Vice President
PierceGray has expanded with the addition of Kara Hennessey as vice president in the firm’s finance practice. She will be based in the New York office. “PierceGray is excited to welcome Kara Hennessey to the team as our newest vice president,” the firm said in a LinkedIn post. “Kara brings almost 10 years of executive search
AI to Inject Rigor, Value and Agility into the Talent Game
More than 75 percent of CEOs predict that AI will change their businesses in the next 36 months. That means the very structure of organizations and their future talent demands are in for one massive jolt. It also begs the larger question: What changes are in store for recruiters and talent acquisition leaders as AI
Fairfield Partners Completes Search for Affinion Group
Fairfield Partners, a Norwalk, Conn-based executive search firm specializing in technology and consumer products markets, has placed David Meyers as vice president of retail sales solutions for Affinion Group. Mr. Meyers was previously CEO of Smartbox North America and U.K. Affinion Group Holdings, based in Stamford, CT and with over $1.5BB, in revenue is a
Employment Outlook Improving According to New Study
While the jobs recovery continues to lag that of previous recessions, the outlook for the back half of 2012 shows continued improvement over 2011, according to CareerBuilder’s latest nationwide survey. Forty-four percent of private sector employers reported they are planning to hire full-time, permanent staff from July 1 through December 31, 2012, an increase of
EMA Partners Adds to Toronto Office
EMA Partners International has added James Hayes to the firm to assist in the development and growth of its Toronto and New York practices. Based in Toronto, Mr. Hayes will leverage his extensive international experience in supporting cross-border searches as well as assignments for multinationals and global financial services organizations. He will join EMA’s financial
EmployBridge Acquires ALLINES Staffing Professionals
EmployBridge, a provider of outsourced human resource and specialty-branded temporary staffing services in the United States, has acquired the assets of ALLINES Staffing Professionals, a prominent Mid-Atlantic staffing company based in Baltimore. EmployBridge operates primarily under the ResourceMFG, ProLogistix and ProDrivers brands, providing skilled light industrial personnel to three specific industry verticals – specialty manufacturing,
eQuest Selected by CNstaff
eQuest, a job posting distribution and job posting management provider, has been selected by CNstaff, operators of China’s largest applicant tracking system, Mr. Jobs, to provide its customers with job posting support in China. CNstaff provides human capital and talent management solutions to more than 300 major companies in China. The association will also allow
Diversified Search Creates Corporate Board of Directors Advisory Group
Diversified Search has created a corporate board of directors advisory group to work with the firm's established board practice area and explore the complex issues confronting boards with an emphasis in the area of diversity. Chairman, founder and CEO Judith M. von Seldeneck, said: "Diversified has developed a uniquely successful board search process which we
Pilat HR Solutions Signs Agreement with ICIMS
Pilat HR Solutions, a provider of human capital management technology and professional services, has formally signed an agreement with iCIMS, a provider of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) talent acquisition solutions. With this announcement, Pilat is launching TalentPin ATS, a stand-alone applicant tracking system powered by iCIMS that will help small to medium-sized organizations streamline their recruitment processes
Corporate Executive Board Company Acquires SHL
The Corporate Executive Board Company (CEB) has acquired SHL, a global leader in cloud-based talent measurement and management solutions, from funds managed by HgCapital and Veronis Suhler Stevenson for $660 million in cash, subject to customary pre- and post-closing adjustments. The combined company will offer compelling career opportunities for a talented base of more than
Caldwell Parters Completes Search for Shearman & Sterling
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has placed Karen Morita as director of human resources administration at Shearman & Sterling LLP. Ms. Morita was previously director of human resources at Greenberg Traurig. Michael J. DeCosta, partner at Caldwell Partners, completed the search. Caldwell Partners, founded in 1970, provides human capital services to its
Hobbs & Towne Opens Office in Toronto
Hobbs & Towne, Inc. (HTI), an executive search firm specializing in the alternative energy and clean technology sector, has opened a new office in Toronto. The office will be managed by Bob Hobbs, the founding partner of Hobbs & Towne, and supported by two senior partners, Steve Kyryk and Roland Olsen, as well as partner
Accretive Solutions Acquires Adams Harris LLC
Executive search firm Accretive Solutions has acquired Chicago-based Adams Harris LLC. Both companies focus their services on the finance, accounting and IT sectors. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The acquisition is designed to bring together the strengths of both firms and enable Accretive Solutions to widen its national footprint. The combined company's
CTPartners Fills CEO Position For Flexsteel Industries
CTPartners has placed Karel K. Czanderna as president and chief executive officer of Flexsteel Industries, Inc. Ms. Czanderna, an established leader in the durable goods space, is a veteran of Owens Corning and Whirlpool Corporation and succeeds Ronald J. Klosterman in the role. Flexsteel is a designer, manufacturer, importer and marketer of quality upholstered and
Korn Ferry Adds To Global Technology Practice
Korn/Ferry International has added Terry Chuah as senior client partner in the firm's global technology practice. Mr. Chuah joins Korn/Ferry from Heidrick & Struggles, where he conducted high-level search assignments in the alternative & renewable energy, industrial technology, manufacturing and high tech sectors. He has also worked in the solar, energy efficiency and bioindustrials market.
Heidrick & Struggles Strengthens Life Sciences Practice
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has added Lyn Brennan as a partner within the firm's life sciences practice. She will be based out of New York. Ms. Brennan comes to Heidrick from Amrop Battalia Winston, where she served on the firm's management committee and led the New York-based executive search firm's healthcare,
Allegis Partners Names Head of Financial Service Practice
Global retained executive search firm Allegis Partners has selected Douglas G. Hanslip as a managing director and head of financial services. He is based in the firm’s New York and Chicago offices. While focusing on the firm’s investment banking, asset & wealth management, and alternative investment recruiting platforms, Mr. Hanslip will manage the broader financial
Trilogy Completes Search for InVentive Health
Burlingame, CA-based retained executive search firm Trilogy Search Non+Profit has placed Steve Roycroft as executive vice president of in Ventive Health, a global provider of best-in-class clinical, commercial and consulting services to companies seeking to accelerate performance. Chuck Pappalardo handled the assignment on behalf of Trilogy. Mr. Roycroft previously served as executive vice president and
Verification and Job Search Television Network Join Forces
Verifications, Inc., a provider of automated, personalized talent transition solutions, and Job Search Television Network (JSTN), a digital, multimedia platform that uses the power of video for recruitment and employer branding needs, have integrated their service offerings. The combined solution will allow companies to easily improve and monitor onboarding while promoting their employer brand through
Nosal Partners Adds Senior Partner in Boston
Executive recruiter Nosal Partners LLC has added Paul Moran as senior partner in Boston. He will focus on C-level and other senior-level assignments for advanced technology and emerging growth companies. Mr. Moran conducts searches in all functional areas, including sales, marketing, general management, finance, engineering and professional services on behalf of Fortune 500 and emerging
The Novo Group Appoints New COO
Recruitment services firm The Novo Group has promoted Jennifer Boerst to the position of chief operating officer. Ms. Boerst, who has been with the company since its inception in 2003, will lead Novo field sales, deliveries, and operations as COO. “Throughout the past nine years Jen’s dedication, drive, and leadership have played an important role
Adicio Signs Deal with DiversityInc
Adicio Inc., a provider of interactive classified advertising software solutions for media companies, has signed an agreement for its CareerCast group to manage the online career center for DiversityInc, a diversity-focused job board. CareerCast will manage DiversityInc’s career center through its RevBoost program, a turnkey service that provides outsourced sales efforts, client and job seeker
DavenportMajor to Lead Search for Abbott
DavenportMajor Executive Search has been selected by Abbott to lead its search for a new global head of commercial development. DavenportMajor is an executive search firm which specializes in senior executive and board of director recruitment for life sciences and technology clients as well as recruitment in the emerging growth areas of wireless life sciences,
The Human Capital Group Acquires Human Capital Initiative
Brentwood, TN-based The Human Capital Group, Inc. has acquired The Human Capital Initiative, LLC (HCI), an Atlanta-based human resources and leadership consulting firm. Steve Hayes, founder and senior partner of The Human Capital Group, discovered not only a similarity in names between the two companies but a common foundation and commitment to identifying and developing
Morgan Samuels Adds New Partner
Morgan Samuels Company, an L.A.-based executive recruiter, has added Marilyn Draper as a partner. Ms. Draper will focus on organizational planning and analysis, executive search, and performance coaching. “Marilyn is an exceptional, experienced consultant and business leader who shares Morgan Samuels’ passion for and commitment to unprecedented client service,” said Janice DiPietro, president of Morgan
Martin Partners Finds New CFO for KemperSports
Executive search firm Martin Partners has placed Brian Milligan as chief financial officer at KemperSports, a golf resort management company. Prior to joining KemperSports, Mr. Milligan was CFO at Business Only Broadband, LLC. Chicago-headquartered Martin Partners provides executive search services to a wide array of industries.
Vista Equity Partners Acquires Bullhorn
Vista Equity Partners has acquired Bullhorn, a global provider of on-demand front office staffing and recruitment software. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Vista Equity Partners is a private equity firm with over $6.6 billion in committed capital. Bullhorn will operate as a stand-alone company, with its management team focusing on guiding the
IRC Adds Austria-Based Kaufmann Linke HR Solutions
IRC Global Executive Search Partners (IRC) has added Austria-based Kaufmann-Linke HR Solutions as its newest member firm. The firms’ practice focus comprises four separate, yet interlinked areas: executive search, HR and management consulting; executive assessments; and executive coaching (leadership, and change). “Collective brain power and ideas will define IRC’s future growth and development,” said Sylvia
VMA Group Names Head of HR Practice Group
U.K.-headquartered recruitment consultancy VMA Group has named Steve White as head of the firm's human resources practice in London. He will work alongside Emma Flaherty, head of human resources, North and their respective teams, focusing on senior level permanent and interim HR assignments. Mr. White has over 10 years’ HR recruitment experience working with firms
Executive Quest Places HR Exec with ING US
Executive Quest International, LLC has placed Edward Baker-Greene as head of HR, retirement services, at ING US. Mr. Baker-Greene was formerly with Fidelity Investments, holding senior executive positions there, including SVP/managing director, relationship management, east region/workplace investing, and VP, head of human resources/workplace investing. “Edward’s leadership and understanding of the financial industry will be a
Mercer’s Human Capital Consulting Business Expands Staff
John Koob has joined Mercer's Human Capital consulting business in its central market. In this new role as partner, Mr. Koob will have responsibility for building relationships with Mercer's clients and prospects, with a primary focus on clients within the energy industry. He will be based in Houston, TX. Mr. Koob brings more than 20
SpenglerFox Appoints Global Head of Interim Practice
Executive search firm SpenglerFox has appointed Michael Reckers as global head of its interim recruiting practice in Frankfurt. Prior to joining SpenglerFox, Mr. Reckers was CEO of an internationally association specializing in the field of executive interim management. “We are uber-excited to have Michael join and lead the roll-out of our global interim executive practice.
Riviera Partners Names GM for Contingency Search Practice
Riviera Partners, a provider recruiting services for the San Francisco Bay Area, Silicon Valley, Los Angeles and New York, has added Tania Binder as general manager of the firm's contingency search practice. Ms. Binder will lead a team of more than 30 technical recruiters to effectively match clients' unique requirements with top-notch engineering candidates. “Tania's
