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SPMB Recruits CFO for OffSec
Steven Popper of SPMB Executive Search has placed Ian Charles as the new CFO of OffSec in New York City. “Ian brings the strategic and operational depth to support OffSec, a global leader in cybersecurity education and hands-on training, as it enters its next phase of growth,” SPMB said in a LinkedIn post. “He is also highly experienced
Academic Career & Executive Search Recruits CFO for the Cleveland Institute of Art
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) has assisted in the recruitment of Melanie Walker as vice president of business affairs and chief financial officer of the Cleveland Institute of Art (CIA). Jennifer Muller, managing partner, led the search. “We’re thrilled to welcome Melanie as CIA’s next vice president of business affairs and CFO,” said president and CEO
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.
BoardWalk Consulting Leading Chief Philanthropy Officer Search for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul
BoardWalk Consulting was recently selected by the Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SVdP) to lead in its search for a chief philanthropy officer. The search is being led by Terri Kohan and Patti Kish. Philanthropy is central to that ambition. SVdP USA’s leadership aims to grow national fundraising substantially over the next three to
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?
Bespoke Partners Launches AI Leadership Benchmarks for PE-Backed Software and SaaS
Bespoke Partners has released its AI Leadership Benchmarking Guide for measuring AI deployment progress in software and SaaS company leadership for the private equity industry. “Panic drove the SaaSpocalypse fear that AI will kill software, but the transformation of software and SaaS using AI has been under way for years,” said Eric Walczykowski, CEO of
Search Leaders Have Mastered Prompting. Now They Want AI that Works for Them
As artificial intelligence becomes more deeply embedded in executive search, firms are moving beyond basic adoption to determine how the technology can deliver measurable business value. The focus is increasingly shifting toward improving productivity, strengthening client relationships, and giving recruiters more time to concentrate on high-value activities. But realizing those benefits will require more than
TurnkeyZRG Leading Athletic Director Search for the University of Michigan
The University of Michigan is launching a national search for its next athletic director, with president-elect C. Cybele Raver leading the process in partnership with current president Domenico Grasso. The school has retained TurnkeyZRG to lead the assignment. The university is seeking a leader of unquestioned integrity who will take a fresh, comprehensive look at Michigan
Lock Search Group Leading Efforts to Recruit CEO for Atlas Sign & Awning
Toronto-headquartered executive recruitment firm Lock Search Group was retained by Atlas Sign & Awning to find its next CEO. Recruitment consultant, partner Cameron Lappin is leading the assignment. Reporting directly to the CEO of the holding company, the appointed CEO for Atlas Sign & Awning will provide strategic and operational leadership across all facets of the business,
Slayton Search Partners Grows Consumer Practice
Slayton Search Partners has expanded with the addition of Karen Ouchterloney as vice president and managing principal in the firm’s consumer practice. “We are pleased to welcome Karen to Slayton Search Partners,” said Richard Slayton, CEO and managing partner. “Her combination of firsthand operating experience with leading consumer brands and more than 13 years advising clients
TRANSEARCH Adds New Member Firm in Poland
Executive search consultants are seeing an increase in hiring mandates from around the world. To meet demand, they continue to develop new practices, hire new recruiters, and open new locations. Global recruiting consortiums, meanwhile, are taking advantage of a resurgence in certain geographic areas. TRANSEARCH International has added GP Executive as a member firm in
Consulting Partner Compensation Strengthens as AI and Private Equity Reshape the Market
The North American consulting market is showing signs of renewed strength, with improving revenue performance and resilient partner compensation. A new report from The Barton Partnership examines how compensation, ownership structures, and career expectations are evolving as consulting firms navigate shifting business models and growing private equity investment. The findings also point to mounting concerns
The Old Math Is Broken: Rethinking Growth, Headcount and Margins in the AI Era
The traditional growth model for executive search firms is undergoing a significant shift as artificial intelligence reshapes how recruiting businesses operate. For years, expansion meant adding more clients, mandates, recruiters, and overhead. Today, AI is creating opportunities to increase productivity, improve margins, and grow revenue without expanding headcount at the same pace. These advances are
Preng & Associates Recruits Chief Construction Officer for Pacifico Energy
Houston-based Preng & Associates has placed Ronald Hall as chief construction officer at Pacifico Energy, a global energy infrastructure developer specializing in power generation and customized energy solutions for commercial, industrial, and data center customers. The appointment comes at a pivotal time for Pacifico Energy as the company advances major power generation developments to meet
Potrero Group Currently Seeking Executive Director for The Pisgah Conservancy
San Francisco-based leadership consulting and search firm Potrero Group is currently leading the executive director search for The Pisgah Conservancy. Senior consultant Jena Kuznik is leading the assignment. The executive director serves as TPC’s chief executive and is the primary steward of its mission, culture, and long-term vision. This is an opportunity to lead a respected conservation organization
Charles Aris Appoints Senior Practice Leader
Greensboro, NC-based executive search firm Charles Aris Executive Search has expanded with the recent addition of Scott Kennedy as senior practice leader. He will lead CFO and senior finance executive searches for growth-oriented and sponsor-backed companies, with a particular focus on software, technology and TMT. Over more than a decade in executive search, Mr. Kennedy has worked on
Talent Alignment: Why Human Capital Must Be Central to Business Strategy
While growth is expected to strengthen a business, many organizations eventually reach a point where the opposite appears to be true. Decision-making slows, accountability becomes less defined, and initiatives begin to lose momentum. Leaders begin wondering whether they need different people, a recent report from Ascentria Search Partners explained. Sometimes they do, but not always. But
Isaacson, Miller Recruits 17th President for Virginia Tech
Boston-based Isaacson, Miller has assisted in the recruitment of Richard Linton as the 17th president of Virginia Tech. He succeeds Tim Sands, who announced his resignation in April. Greg Esposito and Julie Filizetti led the search with Kristen Andersen, Raul Bernal, Victoria Castillo, and Gabrielle Nayar. “Virginia Tech is poised to make a generational leap as a
NU Advisory Partners Recruits Chief Marketing Officer for Paula’s Choice
NU Advisory Partners has placed Sheila Shekar Pollak as chief marketing officer of Paula’s Choice. The search was led by Libby Naumes, Penina Remler, and Kelsey Kelly. Ms. Shekar Pollak brings more than 20 years of marketing and brand leadership experience across consumer, beauty, apparel, and outdoor brands. Most recently, she served as chief marketing officer
Modern Executive Solutions Names New Leader to Drive M1 Technology Community Expansion
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Joan Rohs as senior partner, M1 Technology Community. “We’re building an integrated network that connects exceptional leaders, brings together the right expertise, and helps prepare executives for a world being reshaped by AI,” said Mark Oppenheimer, CEO of Modern Executive Solutions. “Joan brings an extraordinary
StevenDouglas Expands HR Practice
StevenDouglas recently expanded with the addition of Brittney Molitor as a director, human resources search. “Brittney takes a highly consultative approach to search, focusing on both the capabilities required for a role and the cultural alignment needed for long-term success,” StevenDouglas said in a LinkedIn post. “She is passionate about building genuine relationships with clients
Insight Partners Launches Empower to Prepare CIOs for Board Roles
AI and software investor Insight Partners has launched Empower, a program that helps Global 2000 CIOs plan and prepare for board seats, startup advisory positions and other portfolio-career paths while they are still in their operating roles. Empower launches with 10 delivery partners, including Diligent, Heidrick & Struggles, Riviera Partners, and Global Mentors Group, and has
Brettschneider Executive Search Tapped by William Paterson University to Find Next Provost
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been retained by William Paterson University (WP) to lead in its search for a provost and senior vice president for academic affairs. Reporting to president Richard J. Helldobler, the provost will serve as chief academic officer and as a visible, collaborative partner to the president, cabinet, deans, and faculty governance bodies.
Klein Hersh Recruits President and CEO for Shenandoah Therapeutics
Klein Hersh, a search firm focused on the life sciences and healthcare industries, has placed Steve Worland as president, CEO and a member of the board of directors at Shenandoah Therapeutics. Co-founder and founding CEO Isabella Graef, has transitioned to chief scientific officer and will continue to lead Shenandoah’s scientific strategy. “I’m delighted to welcome
Harris Search Associates Seeking Research Leader for Texas A&M Semiconductor Institute
Harris Search Associates is currently seeking the inaugural director of research for Texas A&M Semiconductor Institute (TSI). Jeffrey Harris and Richard Skinner are leading the assignment. Working in close partnership with the TSI Director and other Institute leaders, the director of research serves as a catalyst to refine and evolve the TSI’s research strategy, focused on large-scale academic-industry-government private
BarkerGilmore Names Senior Director
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, recently expanded with the addition of Jesus Meraz as senior director. He brings a unique combination of leadership experience, legal training, and strategic business insight to the firm’s executive search practice. His career has been defined by helping organizations identify, attract, and develop
Revenge Quitting Creates New Challenges for Recruiters
You spend weeks helping a team find the right person. A few months later, that same role lands back on your desk because the employee has resigned. Now the position is urgent, the hiring manager wants a replacement right away, and the pressure is coming from every direction. When exits like this occur at particularly
Peña Search Seeking Chief Strategy Officer for Housing Forward
Peña Search was recently retained by Housing Forward to lead in its hunt for a chief strategy officer. Travis Hillier is leading the assignment. Reporting to the president and CEO, the chief strategy officer will serve as Housing Forward’s chief strategist and a member of the executive leadership team. The CSO will oversee the teams
Nexus Search Partners Recruits CEO for Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region
Nexus Search Partners, an executive search and advisory firm in Charlotte, NC, has assisted in the recruitment of Bryant Owens as the new CEO of Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region. He will succeed Laura Belcher, who has served the organization with distinction for more than 12 years. Owens will become the sixth CEO
Charles Aris Launches Interim Search Business
Organizations are increasingly turning to flexible leadership solutions to navigate periods of change, execute strategic initiatives and drive value creation, especially in private equity. In response to this growing demand, Greensboro, NC-based executive search firm Charles Aris Executive Search has launched Charles Aris Interim Solutions, a new division dedicated to connecting organizations with experienced independent talent for interim
Understanding Organizational Culture
Culture is a complex construct and, as you’d expect, measuring it is equally as complex. The best approach to understanding a company’s culture is by taking a holistic measurement approach, according to Jeffrey Hanrahan, Ph.D, director of organizational optimization, TI Verbatim Consulting, a culture assessment and DEI-oriented consulting firm. “This includes a combination of survey
DHR International Strengthens Atlanta Office
DHR International has named Brian McGowan as managing director in the firm’s Atlanta office. He will be a member of the firm's consumer, industrial, and healthcare practice groups. Prior to joining DHR International, Mr. McGowan was a partner and consultant with Spencer Stuart and Korn/Ferry, before founding his own firm, Aquinas Search Partners. He has
Empower Software Solutions Creates New Talent Managment Tool
Empower Software Solutions, Inc., a provider of human resource management and business process outsourcing services to businesses and government entities, has launched a new talent management solution, EmpowerTalent. The new solution integrates with EmpowerHR/Pay and includes functionality related to applicant tracking, employee performance, career development and succession planning, learning management, and compensation. “A company’s workforce
Storbeck/Pimentel to Lead Search for Carnegie Mellon President
Executive search firm Storbeck/Pimentel & Associates has been retained by Carnegie Mellon University to lead in its search for a new president. The search committee will be seeking to engage and solicit input from all members of the university community, including faculty, students, staff and alumni. Carnegie Mellon University is a global research university with
Equation Technologies Partners with BambooHR
Equation Technologies has added BambooHR to its cloud-based, Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions portfolio. BambooHR is a human resource management system designed to relieve HR professionals from managing operations on spreadsheets or paper-based workflows with cloud-deployed functionality. “Keeping with our strategy to provide the best-of-class cloud solutions for our clients, we are excited to
ExhibitRecruiter Creates New Executive Search Division
ExhibitRecruiter, Inc. has introduced a new executive search division for the exhibit and events industry called EXPERIENCE One7Five. It is designed for experiential marketing executives that earn a salary of over $175,000 annually. The service is dedicated to organizations and executive level professionals in the trade show exhibit, event marketing, branded environments, audiovisual (AV) equipment
Kenexa Records 24 Percent Revenue Jump
Kenexa Corporation/(NASDAQ:KNXA), a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has posted revenues of $88.2 million for the second quarter ended June 30, 2012, a 24 percent increase from revenues of $71.3 million a year ago. Non-GAAP net income available to common shareholders, was $7.6 million, compared to $4.7 million last year. Rudy Karsan,
CarterBaldwin Finds New President for CTC
Atlanta-headquartered CarterBaldwin Executive Search has placed Dr. John R. Hutchinson as president of Redeemer City to City (CTC). Dr. Hutchinson most recently served for 14 years as senior pastor at McLean Presbyterian Church (PCA) in McLean, Virginia. Since its founding in 2000, Redeemer City to City (previously Redeemer Church Planting Center) has helped to plant
TalentBin and COMPAS Technology Integrate Services
TalentBin, the talent search engine, has announced full integration with COMPAS Technology, a provider of SaaS talent management solutions tailored to corporate recruiters and staffing agencies. From directly within the COMPAS Applicant Tracking System (ATS) module, users now have the ability to utilize TalentBin to scour the entire professional web and social media communities to
Diversified Search Posts 29 Percent Q2 Revenue Gain
Diversified Search has posted a 29 percent gain in revenues for the second quarter of 2012 compared to a year ago. For the first half of 2012, firm revenues are up by 24 percent compared to the first half of 2011. "We have had a successful year-to-date with notable strength in the healthcare and life
Reilly Partners Adds New Managing Director
Executive search firm Reilly Partners has added David Gorman as a managing director. Mr. Gorman brings 20 years of sports consulting and legal experience and his work with clients includes marketing and management consulting as well as legal protection of marketing, television, and licensing rights. He previously served as the managing director of Podium Americas,
Cheyenne Group Places CFO at Bloomberg Data Products Division
Executive search firm The Cheyenne Group has placed Sue Martin as the chief financial officer for Bloomberg Data Products Division. Ms. Martin comes to Bloomberg and Geller & Company with over 30 years of financial experience, most recently as CFO, Global Growth & Operations at Thomson Reuters. With offices in New York, Chicago and Los
Jobscience Acquires Atomkeep
Recruitment solutions provider Jobscience, Inc. has acquired Atomkeep, a leader in social profile management. Financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed Atomkeep helps users sync their profile information on social networks, job boards and other internet sites. Users gain a streamlined way to validate and control their social identity across multiple sites. “It has
Korn Ferry Names Partner in Mumbai
Korn/Ferry International has named Avdesh Mittal as senior client partner and regional leader of the firm's digital media sector. Based in Korn/Ferry's Mumbai office, Mr. Mittal will focus on the communications, media and entertainment sectors in India and will also be a core member of the firm's consumer and technology markets. Before joining Korn/Ferry, Mr.
Boyden Adds to San Francisco Office
Boyden has added Lori Christiansen as managing director in its San Francisco office. Ms. Christiansen will play a key role in recruitment of senior executive and functional leader roles in global companies as well as in early-stage private equity and venture-backed firms. She previously was biotech practice leader and vice president of the biopharma practice
TalentFusion Acquires Augustine
TalentFusion, a provider of recruitment process outsourcing services, has acquired RPO specialist Augustine, Inc. Augustine was founded in 1998 as an early pure play RPO company. Since their inception, Augustine has enjoyed a strong thought leader position and a solid track record of recruitment excellence and financial performance. David Pollard, TalentFusion president and CEO, said:
JDG Associates to Lead VP of HR Search for CNA
Executive search firm JDG Associates Ltd. has been retained by CNA to lead in its search for a new vice president of human resources. Founded 70 years ago, CNA is a not-for-profit research and consulting organization. JDG Associates, founded by Joseph DeGioia, has been serving the executive recruitment needs of Fortune 1000 corporations, associations and
Caliber Associates Adds New VP to Staff
Life sciences-focused recruiting firm Caliber Associates has added Bolyn Hubby, Ph.D., as vice president. Dr. Hubby brings 10 years of industry experience across a wide range of functional areas. He previously served as the executive director of vaccines at Liquidia Technologies. “We are very pleased to welcome Bolyn to Caliber Associates,” said Steve Hochberg, founder
DavenportMajor Finds New CEO for Vantrix
DavenportMajor Executive Search has recruited Jim Knapik to serve as the new chief executive officer for Vantrix. Mr. Knapik was most recently president and CEO of OZ Communications, a Montreal-based leading solution provider in mobile messaging. Vantrix is the global provider of mobile video mediation, video optimization and delivery solutions. DavenportMajor is an executive search
HireVue Acquires CodeEval
Video interviewing provider HireVue has acquired San Francisco-based CodeEval, whose web-based solutions help employers identify and evaluate technical talent. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. With the addition of CodeEval, HireVue will offer a fully integrated global solution to find and assess IT and technical professionals by giving the employer the ability to
Ultimate Software Posts 24 Percent Revenue Jump
Ultimate Software/(NASDAQ:ULTI), a provider of HR, payroll, and talent management solutions, has posted second quarter revenues of $79.2 million, a 24 percent gain from revenues of $64.2 million a year ago. Non-GAAP net income, which excludes stock-based compensation and amortization of acquired intangible assets, was $5.9 million, or $0.21 per diluted share, for the quarter
Heidrick & Struggles Shares Fall; Pressures Mounting at Publicly Held Headhunting Outfits
Executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has withdrawn it's financial guidance for 2012, citing "increasing uncertainty about the pace of global economic recovery." Volatility in foreign markets has cut into the firm's primary executive talent business, with Europe down 21 percent and Asia Pacific down 25 percent for the quarter. In the firm's America's
Overnorth Adds Partner in Dallas
Executive recruiting firm OverNorth has added Paul F. Olschwanger as a partner in its Dallas office. Mr. Olschwanger will work closely with money managers, pension plans, foundations and endowments, and investment consulting firms throughout the U.S. to assist with senior-level positions in portfolio management, distribution and investor relations. Most recently, he was with Adelante Capital
TribeHR Secures $2.5 Million in Funding
TribeHR, a social human resources platform, has secured $2.5 million in financing led by Relay Ventures, with participation from Matrix Partners. The funds will be used to accelerate the development of new social and mobile products and go-to-market strategies for TribeHR’s cloud-based HR management platform. “TribeHR has been built from the ground-up with the goal
Pedersen & Partners Launches Premium Compensation Database
Executive search firm Pedersen & Partners has launched its new compensation database as part of the firm’s executive compensation consulting services. The new tool will allow HR departments to create market salary packages for 60-plus positions across more than 40 countries worldwide. The firm recently added executive compensation consulting, headed up by Conrad Pramboeck, to
America’s Job Exchange Partners with Berkshire Associates
America's Job Exchange (AJE) has formed a strategic partnership with Berkshire Associates, a human resource consulting and technology firm that assists companies in building balanced workforces. The partnership agreement enables Berkshire to offer its clients direct access to AJE's OFCCP Compliance Solution for Recruitment. Rathin Sinha, president of AJE, stated: “As one of the leading
Hudson Global Posts 17 Percent Revenue Dip
Hudson Global/(NASDAQ:HSON) has posted second quarter 2012 revenues of $204.8 million, a decrease of 17.2 percent from the second quarter of 2011. The company recorded net income of $0.4 million, or $0.01 per basic and diluted share, compared with net income of $4.2 million, or $0.13 per basic and diluted share, a year ago. “Our
UBS Selects Oracle Fusion HCM
UBS has selected cloud-based Oracle Fusion Human Capital Management(HCM) to help provide the information and tools needed by its HR functions for its employees. “With a global workforce of about 65,000 across more than 50 countries, UBS needs an HCM solution that works globally and can help transform the way our HR organization delivers services,”
Heidrick & STruggles Posts 19 Percent Revenue Decline
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International/(NASDAQ:HSII) has posted net revenue of $116.1 million, down 18.7 percent from $142.8 million in the 2011 second quarter. Year over year, net revenue declined 14.9 percent in the Americas, 21.3 percent in Europe (approximately 13 percent on a constant currency basis), and 25.2 percent in Asia Pacific
Lucas Group Assigns New Managing Partner
Search firm Lucas Group has named Joe Eiseman as the new managing partner for the firm's New York information technology practice group. Mr. Eiseman brings to Lucas Group a solid IT recruiting background. In addition to serving more than 20 years with Kforce Professional, he has worked at The Execu|Search Group and Mitchell Martin Inc.
Sibson Consulting Expands Human Capital Consulting Expertise
Sibson Consulting has added Michael O’Malley as vice president and senior consultant in New York. Mr.O’Malley will be working with clients on performance management, compensation, talent management and organization effectiveness. His experience includes 15 years in consulting with the Promontory Financial, Hay Group, Mercer and Pearl Meyer/Clark consulting firms and running his own consulting business
Martin Partners Completes Search for Knopp Biosciences
Executive search firm Martin Partners has placed Sam Allen to the position of director, medical science liaison at Knopp Biosciences LLC, a growing drug discovery and development company. Prior to joining Knopp Biosciences, Mr. Allen was the director, medical affairs at NeurogesX. Chicago-headquartered Martin Partners provides executive search services to a wide array of industries.
