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Korn Ferry Q1 Revenue Rises Five Percent to $708.6 Million as Executive Search and Interim Lead Gains
Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) has posted Q1 fiscal-year 2026 revenues of $708.6 million, an increase of five percent year-over-year at actual, and four percent at constant currency. Fee revenue grew year-over-year in each solution, led by professional search & interim (10 percent actual) and executive search (eight percent actual). “I am pleased with our company’s performance,” said
Merging Behavioral Analysis with Personality Insights in Executive Search
Executive hiring goes far beyond resumes—it requires understanding how leaders think, act, and respond under pressure. Executive hiring demands more than assessing experience and qualifications; it requires a deeper understanding of who the candidate is and how they behave in critical moments, according to a report from TRANSEARCH’s Asianet Consultants. The study, authored by Brant
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,
CHRO Perspectives for 2024 and Beyond
A notable lack of confidence in leadership, coupled with significant skepticism around overall business performance, is raising concerns among HR and people leaders. Pressing questions are emerging about leadership capabilities that demand attention. When a recent report from Leathwaite queried about prioritized current people challenges, leadership capabilities emerged as the top concern, followed by organizational
Spectrum Search Partners Places CFO at Inspirato
Denver-based executive search firm Spectrum Search Partners has placed Vilia Valentine as chief financial officer at Inspirato. Ms. Valentine joins Inspirato from MDC Holdings, a $1 billion public homebuilding and financial services company, where she served as the principal financial officer. Prior to MDC Holdings, Valentine spent four years as the CFO for Gaiam Inc.
Accelent Recruits CEO for Metavana
Accelent, Inc. has placed Michael Tupanjanin as president and chief executive officer of Metavana, Inc. Prior to joining Metavana, Mr. Tupanjanin served as a general manager at Microsoft. Metavana is a software provider of search for the social web. Accelent is an executive talent acquisition and integration firm which serves technology clients in the Internet,
Tatum Names Regional Managing Partner
Executive services firm Tatum LLC has added Jay Milligan as the regional managing partner for Texas and the Southeastern Region. Mr. Milligan comes to Tatum from KPMG, where he spent the last several years as global advisory director, taking the lead in expanding KPMG's global footprint with several of the firm's largest accounts. “I am
EIR Becomes a SucessFactors Services Partner
Enterprise Information Resources Inc. (EIR) has announced it is a new SuccessFactors Inc. SuccessServices Partner. EIR is a client-focused HR software firm specializing in solutions that align the functional aspects of compensation and related HR systems to an organization's strategic initiatives. EIR will offer current and future SuccessFactors customers compensation consulting services ranging from technical
Paychex Acquires ICO Time Systems
Paychex, Inc., a provider of payroll, human resource, and employee benefits solutions for small and medium-sized businesses, has acquired Icon Time Systems, Inc., an industry leader in time and attendance solutions for small businesses. Paychex initially partnered with Icon Time Systems in February 2011 for the launch of the Paychex PST 1000 time clock, a
ICIMS to Offer E-Verify as Part of Onboarding Solution
iCIMS, a provider of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) talent acquisition solutions, has announced that the company will now offer Tracker I-9 software and E-Verify compliance as part of its Onboarding Solution. This comes as iCIMS and Tracker Corp., a provider of innovative software for immigration management, Form I-9 compliance, and E-Verify regulations, announce the formal expansion of
Monster Employment Index Rises
The Monster Employment Index (MEI), a monthly analysis of millions of online job opportunities culled from a large, representative selection of corporate career sites and job boards, grew 11 percent in February. Nineteen of the 20 industries monitored by the Index showed positive annual growth trends. Transportation and Warehousing (up 36 percent) claimed the top
Hire Partners LLC is Launched
Human capital services veterans Mark Whittington and John West have announced the formation of Hire Partners, LLC. The partners plan to leverage their previous success with IT staffing company System One Solutions, Inc., which they sold to Monster Worldwide in 2000. Mr. Whittington will serve as chairman and CEO of the new venture with Mr.
G&A Partners Hires Sales/Marketing Exec
G&A Partners, an integrated human resource and administrative services company, has appointed Marius Swart as executive vice president of sales of marketing and business development. Mr. Swart will also serve as president of G&A's subsidiary, HourDoc.com, a web-based time and labor tracking company. With a professional career that spans more than 20 years, Mr. Swart
DavenportMajor to Lead CTO Search
DavenportMajor Executive Search has been selected by Leap Wireless International to lead in its search for a new executive vice president and chief technology officer. Leap Wireless is a provider of innovative and value-driven wireless communications services DavenportMajor is an executive search firm which specializes in senior executive and board of director recruitment for life
The Judge Group Promotes Strategic Accounts Director
The Judge Group, a recruiting services provider, has promoted Janet Harbour to managing director of strategic accounts. Ms. Harbour has been with The Judge Group since 2008 as director of strategic account management, a role in which she was responsible for cultivating new and existing global accounts, while driving the sales and delivery of Judge's
Monster Employment Index Rises
The Monster Employment Index (MEI), a monthly analysis of millions of online job opportunities culled from a large, representative selection of corporate career sites and job boards, has increased eight percent in December, consistent with slow, but steady growth in online recruitment activity. The Index edged down five percent on monthly basis as is typical
Cornerstone OnDemand Founddation Extends Services
The Cornerstone OnDemand Foundation, which helps to provide non-profits with talent management software and services, now has 11 education non-profits, schools and school districts participating in its Strategic Partnership Program. Program participants are awarded a two-year contract to receive Cornerstone OnDemand's learning and talent management software, as well as consulting services, at no cost. The
Online Labor Demand Grows in December
Online advertised vacancies rose 93,800 in December to 3,951,000, according to The Conference Board’s Help Wanted OnLine Data Series (HWOL). The December increase offset the dips of 76,000 in November and 14,000 in October. The supply/demand rate stands at 3.45, indicating there were 3.5 unemployed for every online advertised vacancy in November, the latest monthly
Saba Posts Small Fiscal Q2 Revenue Increase
Saba/(NASDAQ:SABA), a provider of human capital management (HCM) solutions, has posted revenues of $30.4 million in the second quarter of fiscal year 2012, up four percent from $29.2 million in the same quarter last year. GAAP loss per share was $0.16 in the second quarter of fiscal year 2012 compared to a loss per share
Recruit Co., Ltd. Acquires Advantage Resourcing America
Recruit Co., Ltd. has acquired U.S.-based Advantage Resourcing America, Inc. from affiliates of Cerberus Capital Management, L.P. and Netherlands-based Advantage Resourcing Europe B.V. Total transaction value was approximately $410 million. Recruit Co., Ltd. is a provider of products and solutions related to human resources, education & learning, housing, bridal & baby, daily living, travel and
AESC Adds Paris-Based Cala Partners as Member
The Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) has added Cala Partners as its newest firm. Paris based Cala Partners was founded in September 2010 by Stéphane Romano and Michel Font. The firm provides executive search as well as onboarding and leadership advisory services to clients in a wide range of sectors: insurance, banking, private equity,
LiquidHub Acquires Hestan Consulting
Systems integration and technology consulting firm LiquidHub has acquired Hestan Consulting Group, a management consulting and systems integration firm serving the financial services industry, working with major investment and commercial banks, hedge funds, asset managers, brokerage firms and exchanges. Alan J. Work of the Business Advisory Group for Work&Partners LLC served as an advisor to
U.K. Job Opportunities Growing
Job opportunities were 17 percent higher in December compared to the same time last year and more than a fifth higher than two years ago, according to the Reed Jobs Index analysis of job vacancy trends from over 8,000 recruiters across the U.K. Seasonal falls in vacancies saw month-on-month Index figures down 12 points (nine
HRsmart Selected by ProMedica
HRsmart International, a global talent management software company, has been selected by ProMedica as its partner for talent management software as a service provider. With nearly 14,000 employees and volunteers, ProMedica is a not-for-profit healthcare organization serving northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan. “HRsmart is pleased to have been selected for this partnership. Partners like ProMedica
Employers to Hire in New Year
Employers expect to add new jobs in the New Year, but are waiting to see how the economy shapes up before turning up the volume on hiring, according to CareerBuilder's annual job forecast. Nearly one-in-four hiring managers plan to hire full-time, permanent employees in 2012, similar to 2011. Employment trends among small businesses, which account
ManpowerGroup Enters Three-Agreement with Molisa
ManpowerGroup, a provider of workforce solutions, has entered into a new three-year partnership with Vietnam's Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs (MOLISA) to continue developing the local labor market, ensure competitiveness and respond to new, in-demand skills needs in order to address Vietnam's workforce challenges. “Vietnam is a country with enormous potential and possesses
Spencer Stuart to Lead CEO Search for SGI
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been retained by SGI to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. The board of directors has announced that Mark J. Barrenechea has tendered his resignation as president, CEO and member of its board. SGI, a leader in technical computing, is focused on helping customers solve
PeopleAnswers Partners with BJ’s Wholesale Club
PeopleAnswers has signed a new agreement in which BJ's Wholesale Club will use the PeopleAnswers' HR solution to help select team members in all locations across 15 eastern states while bringing efficiencies to the hiring process. BJ's uses the PeopleAnswers pre-employment assessment software as a tool for identifying, selecting and hiring candidates for hourly positions
Morgan Samuels Completes Search for BAE Systems
Morgan Samuels, an L.A.-based human capital consulting firm, has placed Peder Junck as vice president and chief technologist for BAE Systems’ intelligence and security sector. “Peder is a tremendous addition to BAE’s executive team,” said Martin Hewett, who led the search for Morgan Samuels, as the firm’s practice leader for aerospace and defense. “He brings
AIMS International Expands to the Republic of Korea
AIMS International has added Korean executive search firm Promatch Korea Inc. to its network. For over five years, Promatch Korea has specialized in the semiconductor, semiconductor-equipment, IT, and BT industry fields. With 350 consultants in 90 offices in over 50 countries, AIMS International is a global search organization of independently owned and managed executive search
HR.com Elects Volt Workforce Solutions Exec to Board
HR.com’s Institute for Human Resources (IHR) Contract Workforce and Talent Exchange Program has elected Jerome Gerber to its board of advertisers. Mr. Gerber is the vice president of client solutions at Volt Workforce Solutions. Tom Daley, Volt president, said: “With more than 20 years human resources expertise, Jerome is a well-respected thought leader in the
Nosal Partners Grows Columbus Office
Executive recruiter Nosal Partners LLC has named Caryn Avante as a client partner in Columbus, where she will conduct senior-level assignments across a broad range of industries. She has over 10 years of experience placing senior leaders across functional areas in the advanced technology, clean technology, life sciences and industrial sectors. Ms. Avante was formerly
Morgan Samuels Completes Search For Bae Systems
Morgan Samuels Company, an L.A.-based executive recruiter, has placed Robert P. Frisbie as the new vice president and general manager, defense within the information technology and Cyber Security business at BAE Systems. Mr. Frisbie was previously SVP at Mantech Corporation. BAE Systems is a global company engaged in the development, delivery and support of advanced
DHR Adds to Taipei Office
DHR International has added Charlie Fang as executive vice president in the firm’s Taipei office. Mr. Fang specializes primarily in searches in the advanced technology and industrial sectors. He has been in the executive search profession since 2000 and has conducted general management and senior-level functional searches across sales and marketing, R&D and manufacturing, business
Lucas Group Names GM for HR Practice
Search firm Lucas Group has promoted Aram Lulla to general manager of the human resources practice group. Mr. Lulla previously served as managing partner of the firm's Chicago office and national practice group leader for human resources. “Aram brings an intelligent and personable approach to this key position, and his expertise in the HR recruiting
