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The New Era of Executive Search: Blending Intuition with Innovation
Executive search is at an inflection point. According to Aileen K. Alexander, CEO of DSG Global (Diversified Search Group), “The industry has long been built on trust, relationships, and intuition – and that’s not going away, but today, it must also be agile, inclusive, and increasingly driven by automation and data,” she said. “Parts of the search
Flatiron Search Partners Assists Big Blue Swim School with CEO Search
Flatiron Search Partners (FSP) has recruited Brandon Bean as the new CEO of Big Blue Swim School. Chris DeJong, founder and president of Big Blue Swim School, will continue to lead Big Blue’s brand and curriculum strategy, working closely alongside Mr. Bean to drive national expansion and elevate franchise support. “Brandon brings deep expertise in scaling high-growth franchise
Executive Recruiters Pull Off Another Remarkable Year, Remain Bullish for 2023
Hunt Scanlon Media has released its annual rankings of leading executive recruiters. In the U.S. and globally, billions of dollars poured into the high-end recruiting sector in 2022, a result of continued pentup demand for senior-level leaders and their key reports.
Caldwell Expands in London and Madrid
Toronto-based Caldwell has expanded with the addition of Alex Langridge as a partner in the firm’s financial services practice. Based in London, Mr. Langridge advises clients across financial services and fintech on senior executive and board appointments, succession planning, organizational design, and transformational leadership hiring. “Alex’s appointment reflects our continued investment in expanding Caldwell’s financial
GDPR – The Perfect Time to Refresh Your Database
As executive search firms grapple with the complexities of GDPR, many are concerned that the new regulation will mean deleting thousands of records built up over many years. Surely there must be an alternative?
Fama Technologies Granted U.S. Patent on Foundational AI-Powered Social Media Screening Technology
Fama Technologies, providers of AI-powered online screening, has announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has allowed all claims in its patent application covering the foundational technology behind social media background screening. The patent, titled “System for Searching and Correlating Online Activity with Individual Classification Factors,” has a priority date of November
Updating How You Work So AI Can Actually Deliver
AI adoption is no longer a technology challenge, it is an operational one. Companies that generate lasting value from AI will be the ones willing to redesign workflows, redefine leadership responsibilities, and embed AI directly into how work gets done every day. Most companies will not fail at AI because they chose the wrong model,
Vetted Solutions Assists CoreNet Global with CEO Search
Following an extensive search process, Washington, D.C.-based Vetted Solutions has assisted in the recruitment of Vicki Worden as the new CEO of CoreNet Global. “Vicki Worden demonstrates exemplary leadership through her collaborative approach,” said Jamie Leary-Erickson, CoreNet Global board chair. “Vicki’s extensive experience in the architecture, engineering, and commercial real estate sectors, combined with her global perspective
BarkerGilmore Places Head of Legal at Vantage Elevator Solutions
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has placed Keinan Meginniss as VP, head of legal at Vantage Elevator Solutions. The search was led by Stephen Bell and Alison Waters. “Keinan joins the organization at an exciting time as the company continues to expand its operations and strengthen its leadership team
NGS Global Adds TalentXera
Wilmington, DE-headquartered executive search firm NGS Global has added Saúl Almendárez and his team at TalentXera. This expands the firm’s capabilities across Mexico and the broader Latin America region. Mr. Almendárez is based in Mexico City, where he has spent more than 20 years building an exceptional team and a highly regarded brand in the executive search industry. Along
IMD International Search Group Elects New Board Members
Global executive search consortium IMD International Search Group recently had delegates from member firms meet in Helsinki, Finland, and announced the election of several board members. Ben Tucker (Minerva, IMD U.K.) transitions from director to VP finance and legal. Eva Nielsen (Lisberg, IMD Sweden) is reelected for a second mandate as director while Terhi Heikkinen (IMS Talent,
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Launch Recruiter Performance Training Program
The executive search industry has a training challenge. For years, recruiting firms have depended on apprenticeship-style development, learning through observation, informal mentoring, and varying management approaches. That model works for some, but it does not scale effectively. In a market increasingly shaped by AI, speed, precision, and commercial demands, inconsistent recruiter performance is no longer
Executive Search Firms Confront the AI Transformation
As AI rapidly reshapes the executive search landscape, recruiting firms are facing growing pressure to modernize how they identify, assess, and engage leadership talent. Industry experts say AI-driven sourcing, predictive analytics, and automation tools are helping firms accelerate search timelines and expand candidate reach, while also forcing recruiters to rethink where their true value lies.
Cooper Coleman Recruits CFO the Center for Child Protection
Cooper Coleman LLC has placed William Wade as chief financial officer of the Center for Child Protection (CCP) in Austin, TX. The national search was led by Johnny Cooper, founder and CEO of Cooper Coleman. “Dion brings the kind of strategic thinking and mission alignment CCP needs in its CFO,” said Mr. Cooper. “They are doing remarkable work,
Boyden Assists Kerry’s Place Autism Services with CEO Search
Boyden has recruited Normandie Wragg as the new president and CEO of Kerry’s Place Autism Services in Ontario. The appointment follows the previously announced retirement of CEO Susan VanDeVelde-Coke at the end of June. The search was led by partners Jim Stonehouse and Pamela Colquhoun, and Kathy Luu, senior associate. “Normandie is a highly accomplished, values-driven
Modern Executive Solutions Expands Technology Practice
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Moises Velilla as managing director in its technology practice. He brings deep experience advising organizations on senior leadership hiring and talent strategy across technology and transformation. Mr. Velilla specializes in advising clients on executive talent strategy and recruiting transformative technology and professional services leaders. He
AI’s Next Test: Can It Actually Drive Growth?
A massive opportunity, and a critical trust gap, is emerging among corporate leaders. According to EY-Parthenon’s Growth Survey of 271 U.S. executives, 78 percent believe AI will accelerate growth, even as nearly 80 percent say the growth environment has become more challenging over the past year. Yet only about a third trust AI inputs for high-stakes decisions such
Retained vs. Contingent Search: Choosing the Right Executive Search Model
As companies navigate increasingly complex leadership challenges, the pressure to make the right executive hiring decision has never been greater. Boards and leadership teams are looking beyond resumes and credentials, placing greater emphasis on cultural alignment, long-term business impact, and a candidate’s ability to guide organizations through growth, transformation, and uncertainty. At the same time,
Brettschneider Executive Search Completes Search for Western Colorado University
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search recently assisted in the recruitment of Sharoni Little as dean of Western Colorado University’s School of Business. “Dr. Little’s forward-thinking approach will help shape the future of business education at Western, creating opportunities for students to thrive in today’s competitive economy,” said Brad Baca, president. With a career spanning academia, corporate leadership,
Ren Systems Appoints Head of Product
Ren Systems, an AI-powered relationship intelligence platform used by sales, business development, and professional services leaders, recently expanded with the addition of Nick Wynja as head of product. “As we’ve scaled Ren to 70+ enterprise customers and accelerated our feature release cycle, it became clear that we needed focused product leadership,” the company said in
How to Kick Off an Executive Search the Right Way
As leadership demands grow more complex, organizations are increasingly recognizing that a successful executive search begins long before candidate outreach or interviews take place. Search consultants say the strongest outcomes are driven by early alignment around business strategy, organizational culture, leadership expectations, and the capabilities needed to support future growth. Rather than simply filling an
Why Structured Interviews Lead to Better Hiring
As organizations compete for leadership talent, many are reexamining how executive interviews are conducted and whether traditional hiring instincts are leading to the best decisions. Increasingly, research is showing that structured interviews built around standardized questions and evaluation criteria deliver more reliable hiring outcomes than conversational, free-flowing assessments. Talent experts say the approach not only
Rethinking Career Loyalty in the Age of Gen Z and Millennials
As leadership priorities continue to evolve, executive search firms are seeing a growing shift in how candidates evaluate long-term career opportunities. Today’s professionals are placing greater emphasis on purpose, culture, mentorship, flexibility, and personal growth alongside compensation and title. Recruiters say organizations that can clearly communicate vision, invest in employee development, and foster strong leadership
Coulter Partners Recruits Chief Scientific Officer for Laigo Bio
Life sciences recruiting specialist Coulter Partners has recruited Richard C.A. Sainson as the new chief scientific officer of Laigo Bio. “It was a privilege to partner with Matthew and the Laigo board,” said Kay Wardle, managing partner at Coulter Partners. “Targeted protein degradation is one of the most exciting frontier areas of drug discovery, and finding a chief
Blue Rock Human Capital Recruits Chief People Officer for Michelli Weighing & Measurement
Talent acquisition strategies at many large companies have become as complex as their balance sheets. And while chief human resource officers play a vital role in overseeing an organization’s broad-based workforce, the chief people officer typically goes beyond overseeing its people policies. The focus instead is on building talent as a key competitive advantage, with more
Raising the Bar for Interim and Fractional Leadership
As companies face mounting pressure to move faster and adapt to constant change, interim and fractional executives are increasingly being brought in not simply to maintain stability, but to drive transformation from day one. Organizations today are seeking experienced leaders who can step into critical roles, solve immediate business challenges, and create momentum while long-term
BoardWalk Consulting Selected by Atlanta Ballet for Executive Director Search
BoardWalk Consulting has was recently tapped by Atlanta Ballet to lead in its search for an executive director. The search is being led by Sam Pettway, Demeika Wheaton, and Patti Kish. The executive director will lead Atlanta Ballet’s administrative and business functions in alignment with the organization’s mission and values, while partnering closely with the artistic
When Search Fatigue Leads to Costly Hiring Mistakes
In executive search, the biggest hiring mistakes are not always caused by weak candidate pools or poor sourcing strategies. More often, breakdowns occur near the finish line, when prolonged interview cycles, competing stakeholder opinions, and mounting business pressures begin to wear down decision-making discipline. What starts as a rigorous evaluation process can gradually shift toward
Preng & Associates Recruits SVP of Government Services for American Bureau of Shipping
Houston-based Preng & Associates has placed Rear Admiral Ronald J. Rábago as senior vice president of government services at American Bureau of Shipping (ABS). “Admiral Rábago brings exceptional government and industry experience that will further enhance the support we provide to our government clients in the U.S. and around the world,” said John McDonald, ABS chairman and CEO. “His
McDermott + Bull Expands in Amsterdam
Irvine, CA-based McDermott + Bull has expanded in Amsterdam with the addition of Gerben van den Hout as managing director. “This strategic hire comes as McDermott + Bull continues to expand its executive search presence across Europe, further strengthening the firm’s ability to support organizations in identifying and placing high-impact leadership talent,” the firm said. “Gerben’s appointment represents an
Unemployment Rate Edges Down to 3.8 Percent
Employment rose by 303,000 in March as the U.S. unemployment rate fell to 3.8 percent, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. The number of unemployed persons was 6.4 million in March. Job gains occurred in healthcare, government, and construction. “This is another really strong report,” said Lauren Goodwin, economist and chief market strategist at New
Nosal Partners Finds HR Chief for MTS Systems
Executive recruiter Nosal Partners LLC has placed Kristin Trecker as vice president and chief human resources officer at MTS Systems Corporation. The search was conducted by Terri Naughtin, managing partner, and David Nosal, chairman and CEO. Ms. Trecker was previously senior vice president of human resources at Lawson Software, Inc. MTS Systems Corporation is a
ExactMe! Expands Into Argentina
Innovated Talent Search ExactME! has been launched in Argentina. Arik Filstein, the founder and CEO of ExactME!, plans to expand from Buenos Aires throughout Latin America, with a focus set on the Brazilian market. The firm has existing operations in the U.S. and India. ExactME! will work to be a leader in a competitive online
Lumesse Selected by G4S
International security group G4S, has selected Lumesse, a global leader in integrated talent management solutions, to implement a new TalentLink (Talent Acquisition/e-recruitment) solution throughout the U.S. G4S is headquartered in the U.K. with international offices in 125 countries and employs over 635,000 people; the firm maintains a focus on hiring specialized staff. “With Lumesse TalentLink,
AESC Accepts Four New Member Firms
The Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) has added AltoPartners, France-based Groupe Mercator, Quaestus Senior Management Search in The Netherlands and SommerGroup in Chile as its newest members. AltoPartners is an international alliance of independent executive search firms established in 2006. The alliance now spans 28 countries across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and
Hudson Highland Posts 17.5 Percent Gain; Net Income Up
Hudson Highland Group, Inc./(NASDAQ:HHGP) has posted fourth quarter 2011 revenues of $222.7 million, a gain of 1.7 percent from $219.1 million for the fourth quarter of 2010. The recruiting firm recorded net income of $3.3 million, or $0.10 per basic and diluted share, compared with net income of $1.2 million, or $0.04 per basic and
Exige International Opens Office in Switzerland
Recruiting firm Exige International has opened a new office in tax haven Zug, Switzerland. The company has also appointed Michael Shrum as business development director. Mr. Shrum has more than 20 years of international business experience and leads the expansion within the treasury, trading and risk management sectors in Switzerland. “We have seen a lot
Herman Collins Completes Search for Abaca Technology Corp.
Technology-focused executive search firm Herman Collins LLC has placed homas Richard Lynam as chief scientist at Abaca Technology Corporation. “This was a perfect fit for Abaca; there aren't very many people who have done their PhDs on spam,” said Whitfield Diffie, a principal at Herman Collins. “For a century, crypto was at the forefront of
Witt/Kieffer Adds To Life Sciences Practice
Executive search firm Witt/Kieffer has added Mike Honeysett as a consultant in its life sciences practice. Mr. Honeysett previously served as the global market development leader in GE Healthcare’s Division of Cell Technologies. Prior to that, he held the role of vice president of sales and marketing for Q3DM, an early pioneer in cellular imaging.
Heidrick & Struggles to Lead CEO Search for Sterling Construction
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has been selected by Sterling Construction Company to lead its search for a new chief executive officer. Sterling's current chairman and CEO, Patrick T. Manning, will continue to serve in his dual roles throughout the recruitment process until the new CEO is elected. Sterling is a heavy
Buller Group Partners with Caspian Global
The Buller Group, a human capital services and recruiting firm, has partnered with Caspian Global, a provider of high quality language services, nation building, and intelligence support to commercial clients and the government market. “The Buller Group and Caspian Global have officially joined forces to address a critical need in today's global marketplace,” said Rob
Per Ardua Associates Names Head of Asset Management Practice
London-headquartered financial services recruiter Per Ardua Associates has selected Charles Harvey to head its asset management practice. Mr. Harvey has 14 years experience in financial services executive search. He was previously co-head of recruiter Hammond Partners’ asset management division. Prior to that, he was a consultant with asset management recruiter Beeley & Company.
Moster Posts Revenue Declines Amid Workforce Reduction
Monster Worldwide, Inc./(NYSE:MWW) has posted revenues of $250 million for the fourth quarter, a two percent drop compared with $255 million in the comparable quarter last year. The company posted non-GAAP net income of $13 million, or $0.11 per share, compared to $7.1 million, or $0.06 per share in the fourth quarter 2010. Careers-North America
Preston | Reffett to Lead Search for U.S. Dept. of Trasportation
Executive search firm Preston | Reffett, LLC has been selected by the U.S. Department of Transportation to lead the search for the superintendent, United States Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, New York. Ron Flom, managing director of the firm’s public sector and acquisition practice in Arlington, VA, will lead the search. One of the
Vaco Grows Financial Team
VACO Los Angeles LLC (VACO), a consulting and executive search firm specializing in accounting and finance, has named Ronda Ponciano and Roopa Kapadia as recruiting mangers to its financial team. They will be focused on securing direct hire positions for accounting and finance professionals. Ms. Ponciano joins Vaco with 17 years experience in accounting and
RiseSmart Adds HR Veteran to Advisory Council
Dan Phelan, senior advisor to the CEO at GlaxoSmithKline, has joined the strategic advisory council of RiseSmart, a provider of next-generation outplacement solutions. During his more than 30 years with GlaxoSmithKline, Mr. Phelan has held key leadership roles in several areas of the company, where he was senior vice president of human resources for 14
Jibe Strengthens Mobile Solutions Team
JIBE, a software company that provides consumer-facing recruiting solutions to enterprises, has announced the addition of three executives to its sales team: Cindy Songne, vice president of agency relations; Cindy Dole, director of enterprise sales; and Tom Strauss, director of enterprise sales. Ms. Songne brings more than 25 years of experience and relationships with recruitment
Spencer Stuart Reviews Board Needs at Cedar Fair
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been retained by Cedar Fair Entertainment Company to assist in reviewing the composition of its board of directors in advance of the company's 2012 annual meeting. "It is important that our board has the appropriate expertise and diversity to continue to deliver long-term growth and value creation," said Eric
Korn Ferry Grows Industrial and Supply Chain Practices
Korn/Ferry International has added Casey Kelly to its industrial and supply chain recruiting practices. Based in the firm's Singapore office, Mr. Kelly specializes in international C-suite assignments and board searches in the industrial markets. Mr. Kelly has over 20 years of global executive and line management experience with ABB, SmithKline Beecham and Cathay Pacific Airways.
DHR Expands In London
DHR International has appointed Paul Bulteel as executive vice president in the firm’s London office where he will specialize in life sciences recruiting. Mr. Bulteel joins DHR after over 11 years with Euromedica, a European search firm. He works across the life science industry and has particular expertise in the medical technology (devices and diagnostics)
Major, Lindsey & Africa Appoints Director in LA
Search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa has named Negin Mirmirani as a director in its Los Angeles office. Ms. Mirmirani will focus on in-house placements for corporate legal departments throughout Southern California. Prior to joining MLA, Ms. Mirmirani spent four years at Warner Bros as in-house counsel for its Studio Facilities division. There, she divided
Harvey Nash Opens Sydney Office
Harvey Nash, a global professional recruitment and IT outsourcing provider, has opened its first Australian base in Sydney, New South Wales. The office will be led by Bridget Gray, the firm’s new managing director in Australia. Harvey Nash has gained several years experience in the Australian market working for international clients from its existing network
Human Capital Group Adds Consultant
Paul DePhillips has joined Brentwood, TN-based The Human Capital Group, Inc. as senior consultant. Mr. DePhillips brings 25-plus years of senior leadership experience in manufacturing operations. Most recently he served as SVP of plant operations for American Color. “We are blessed to have someone with Paul’s expertise and dedication to our Mission and Guiding Principles
Ceridian Acquires Dayforce
Ceridian Corporation, a provider of managed human resource, recruiting solutions, and payroll outsourcing solutions, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Dayforce Corporation. Terms and financial details of the deal were not disclosed. “Innovation is a top priority at Ceridian. With this acquisition we are gaining development and delivery expertise and innovative technology that
Zoho Recruit Intergrated with LinkedIn
Zoho has integrated its Zoho Recruit with LinkedIn, a social network for professionals. Just one of the new features of Zoho’s applicant tracking system and recruitment software, LinkedIn integration highlights the company’s efforts to simplify recruiters’ workflow — and give recruiters more opportunities to actually engage with candidates — by bringing together multiple tools in
Kronos Posts Eight Percent Revenue Gain; Adds New SVP
Kronos Incorporated has posted first quarter revenues of $197.9 million, an increase eight percent year over year. Earnings before interest, tax, and amortization (EBITA) increased 21 percent to $49.2 million. Kronos has also announced the appointment of Lenley Hensarling to senior vice president of products and technology. Mr. Hensarling will play a critical role in
Global Sage and Bó Lè Associates Join Forces
Executive search firm Global Sage has formed an alliance with Chinese search firm Bó Lè Associates. The combined firms create a presence in 24 cities across the Asia-Pacific region with more than 550 employees. Global Sage and Bó Lè Associates, which are both headquartered in Hong Kong, will continue to operate as independent firms. “This
Monster.com.br and Grupo Estado Form Strategic Alliance
Monster.com.br, the Brazilian branch of Monster, has formed a partnership with Grupo Estado. The classified/ad web page Empregos & Carreiras, published on the Estadao.com.br website (the leading online publication from Grupo Estado editorial group), will now offer Monster Brazil’s complete portfolio of online recruitment services. The alliance fully integrates Monster.com.br’s solutions into the Estadao.com.br website,
B.E. Smith Finds CFO for John Knox Village
Executive recruiting firm B.E. Smith has placed Richard Kim Klockenga as the new vice president and chief financial officer of John Knox Village. Mr. Klockenga was previoulsy vice president and CFO of Friendship Village of Schaumburg. “John Knox Village was seeking an accomplished financial leader with a ‘big picture’ perspective, an operational focus and finely
Alexander Hughes Opens New Offices in Brazil, India, Hong Kong and Australia
Alexander Hughes has opened four new offices bringing its worldwide coverage to 41 locations. The firm has acquired stakes in established outfits in Brazil, India, Hong Kong and Australia. “Following 30 years of growth in Europe and strong global presence through our partnerships, the integrated development in Asia Pacific and the Americas is great news
Chadick Ellig Adds New Managing Director
New York City-based Chadick Ellig has added executive recruiter and attorney Benjamin Dewar as a managing director. Mr. Dewar will build and grow the legal, compliance and regulatory search practices at the firm. Most recently, he was a member of the legal, governance & compliance practice at Russell Reynolds Associates where he led the general
Corporate Executive Board Acquires Valtera
Corporate Executive Board (CEB) has acquired Valtera, a global talent management company. Fianancial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Through the acquisition, CEB creates a resource for insight and support on employers' challenges within hiring, engaging and developing talent. The solutions will be brought to market as CEB Valtera. “The ability to select, assess,
