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J.P. Morgan M&A Forecast Points to Continued Momentum
Global M&A deal activity is moving forward with renewed intensity, even as markets absorb inflation, trade friction, and geopolitical instability. J.P. Morgan’s 2025 Global M&A Mid-Year Outlook points to a landscape shaped less by caution and more by creativity. Volume is up, megadeals are back, and cross-border transactions are accelerating. “M&A and capital markets have been
Cook Silverman Search Seeking Chief Development Officer for St. Anthony’s Foundation
Greenbrae, CA-based Cook Silverman Search was recently retained by St. Anthony’s Foundation in San Francisco to lead in its search for a chief development officer. The non-profit seeks a strategic, mission-driven CDO to lead all fundraising and donor engagement efforts. As a key member of the executive team, this executive will be a thought partner to the
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.
EMA Partners India Acquires Recruitment Process Outsourcing Services Provider Taggd
Executive search and leadership recruitment platform EMA Partners India has acquired recruitment process outsourcing services provider Taggd in an all-cash deal valued at Rs 113 crore. The all-cash acquisition aims to create an integrated talent recruitment platform offering executive search, professional search and AI-powered recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) solutions at scale. Taggd will continue 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?
NGS Global Expands in London
Wilmington, DE-headquartered executive search firm NGS Global has expanded with the additions of Daniel Yeates and George Balfour as managing directors in London. “Daniel and George are accomplished executive search professionals with deep expertise in the technology and digital sectors,” said David Nosal, chairman and managing partner. “They each bring outstanding client and candidate relationships built over decades
Riviera Partners Acquires Lateral Labs
San Francisco-based Riviera Partners, a recruitment provider specializing in C-level engineering, product, and design leader placements, has acquired Lateral Labs, a specialized recruiting firm serving top AI startups. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. “The acquisition comes as companies remain challenged to meet the demand of organizational AI readiness,” the firm said. “Adding Lateral Labs positions Riviera Partners
Marovi Assists Congruex with CFO Search
Working in partnership with Atlanta-GA-based Marovi, Congruex, a provider of digital infrastructure engineering and construction services, appointed Jim Stanley as CFO. He reports to Congruex’s co-founder, president, and CEO, Kevin O’Hara. The appointment comes amid strong and sustained growth at Congruex as it plans to continue to capitalize on macro tailwinds, including AI and data center
Brettschneider Executive Search Seeking Inaugural SVP of Advancement for Wilmington University
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been retained by Wilmington University (WilmU) to lead in its search for an inaugural senior vice president of advancement to lead the University’s next phase of philanthropic growth. Reporting to WilmU president LaVerne Harmon, the SVP will partner closely with the president, board and University leaders to advance the University’s strategic
August Leadership Expands in London
August Leadership has expanded with the addition of Honor Pollok as a partner in London. Ms. Pollok brings over 20 years of executive search and leadership experience. She has led numerous high-profile placements in chair, non-executive director, CEO and the full spectrum of C-suite roles. Her search expertise spans key commercial, financial, creative, human resource, functional,
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Spotlight New Approach to Recruiter Training
As the executive search industry faces mounting pressure to improve performance and consistency, firms are increasingly reevaluating how recruiters are trained and developed. Hunt Scanlon and its HSiQ talent intelligence advisory unit recently launched a new Recruiter Performance Training Program designed to bring greater structure, commercial rigor, and scalability to recruiter development in an industry long driven by
Building Team Alignment in an Era of Continuous Change
Ask any team to describe its top strategic priorities and you will often get as many answers as there are people in the room. The problem is not that the strategy hasn’t been communicated, according to recent report from AIIR Consulting. “The problem is that it was communicated into an environment that has since shifted
Isaacson, Miller Helps Recruit 28th President for Texas A&M
Boston-based Isaacson, Miller has assisted in the recruitment of Susan Ballabina as the 28th president of Texas A&M. Andy Lee and Julie Filizetti, led search with Raul Bernal and Luciano Zuniga, and Madeline Fitzpatrick. The members of the Board of Regents conducted a national search that produced a strong pool of candidates. Dr. Ballabina emerged through that process based on her experience, her understanding of
BarkerGilmore Recruits General Counsel for American Credit Acceptance
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has placed Debra Noll as general counsel at American Credit Acceptance. The search was led by Stephen Bell and Alison Waters. “Deb is exceptionally well-positioned to support American Credit Acceptance as it continues to grow and adapt in a complex environment,” BarkerGilmore said in a LinkedIn
Kincannon & Reed Appoints VP of Marketing and Business Development
Kincannon & Reed (K&R), which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has expanded with the addition of Dan Evans as vice president of marketing and business development. “Dan brings a strong background in building brands, driving growth, and connecting strategy to execution,” said Stephanie Liska, president of Kincannon & Reed. “Throughout his career,
Women Founders Gain Ground in Human Capital M&A
A meaningful shift has been unfolding across the executive search industry. Over the past decade, a growing number of highly specialized boutiques have been founded and led by women, many of whom built successful careers within larger firms before launching businesses of their own. What is becoming increasingly clear is that investors are paying attention.
Private Equity Recruiting – Return on Investment: Creating Value with Talent
Talent has become a defining driver of performance in private equity, shaping how firms manage risk, execute strategy, and deliver sustained returns. As deal cycles tighten and value creation depends increasingly on operational excellence, leadership quality and organizational design are no longer secondary considerations — they are central to how firms source, underwrite, and scale
AGB Search Seeking Chief Information Technology Officer for Slippery Rock University
Washington, D.C.-based recruitment firm AGB Search, which specializes in higher education leadership assignments, has been retained by Slippery Rock University to lead in its search for a chief information technology officer (CITO). Kimberly Templeton, Margaret Plympton, and Anne Hoffman are leading the assignment. This leader serves as the University’s senior technology executive, providing strategic vision, leadership, and executive
The Talent Studios Recruits Chief Marketing Officer for Pura Vida Miami
The Talent Studios has recruited Bruno Cardinali as chief marketing officer of Pura Vida Miami, the premium all-day café and lifestyle brand focused on health, wellness and community. The search was led by Katlyn Maloney and Jeremy Cohen. Mr. Cardinali brings more than two decades of marketing leadership across fast casual, foodservice, beverage, and global consumer brands. Most recently, as
JM Search Expands Technology and Financial Services Practices
JM Search, a senior-level talent provider serving private equity investors, portfolio companies, and Fortune 1000s, has expanded with the additions of Wes Chisholm as partner and Laura Bennstrom and Charles Telep as principals within its technology and financial services practices. Mr. Chisholm and Mr. Telep join the firm’s technology practice while Ms. Bennstrom joins both the financial
How The Tolan Group Navigated the Downturn and Remained Focused
For many executive search firms, 2024 and 2025 tested resilience in ways few could have predicted. At The Tolan Group (TTG), they experienced the same pressures felt across the industry. Slower decision cycles, delayed starts, and a noticeable dip in portfolio company hiring activity. Yet through that uncertainty, one thing remained constant: our commitment to
Korn Ferry Reports Seven Percent Q4 and Full-Year Revenue Growth, Led by Double-Digit Gains in Professional Search & Interim
Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) has posted Q4 fiscal-year revenues of $759.8 million, a year-over-year increase of seven percent and five percent at constant currency. This was led by Professional Search & Interim up 14 percent, followed by Executive Search and Consulting, both up seven percent and RPO up five percent. During the fourth quarter, revenues rose by
Lock Search Group Leading CEO Search for Atlas Sign & Awning
Toronto-headquartered executive recruitment firm Lock Search Group is currently seeking a new CEO for Atlas Sign & Awning. For over 30 years, Atlas Sign & Awning has helped businesses across Canada and the United States stand out through custom commercial signage, awnings, and branded architectural elements. Based in Langley, BC, they’ve built a strong reputation for quality
Anthem Executive Assists the University of Montevallo With President Search
Anthem Executive has assisted in the recruitment of Michelle R. Johnston as the first female president of the University of Montevallo (UM). Michael Ballew, Scott Watson, Mike “JR” Wheless, and Florene Stawowy led the assignment. Dr. Johnston has served as the president of Georgia Southwestern State University since 2024. Prior to her current presidency, she served as president of three other higher education
Mercuri Urval Appoints Non-Executive Director
Stockholm, Sweden-based executive search firm Mercuri Urval (MU) has announced that Jan Sasse, partner at AlterInvest, was named as non-executive director to the MU group board. He will join the current board members Cecilia Strand, Mieke Weijenberg, Cecilia Beer, Richard Moore, and chairman Roger Hagafors. “We are pleased to welcome Jan Sasse as non-executive director of the MU
M&A Becomes a Capability-Driven Acquisition Strategy
EY-Parthenon is forecasting an eight percent increase in U.S. deal volume for transactions exceeding $100 million in 2026, underscoring how central M&A remains to corporate strategy. Yet beneath the headline numbers sits a more important story. The role of acquisitions is evolving. Companies are no longer pursuing deals primarily for scale or market share. Increasingly,
The Hidden Challenges Every First-Time CEO Faces
The corner office has never been more accessible—or more demanding. As boards increasingly turn to a new generation of leaders to navigate disruption, growth, and transformation, first-time CEOs are stepping into roles that require a fundamentally different set of skills than those that propelled them to the top. While many arrive with impressive track records,
Myers McRae Assists Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology with Provost Search
Following a nationwide search, Macon, GA-based Myers McRae Executive Search and Consulting has assisted in the recruitment of Richie Roberts as provost of Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology. Kenny Daugherty and Brianna Douglas led the assignment. Dr. Roberts’ selection was guided by a search committee of OSUIT administrators, faculty, staff and students, which was assisted by national search firm Myers McRae. “The entire
Lancer Group Recruits Chief Technology Officer for Minitab
La Jolla, CA-headquartered search firm Lancer Group has recruited Kevin Gordon as chief technology officer of Minitab. “We’re excited to welcome Kevin Gordon as chief technology officer at Minitab,” the company said. “This is an exciting step forward in the evolution of our technology strategy and will help accelerate innovation across our organization and solutions platform.” “Kevin brings
Friisberg & Partners International Names Managing Partner of its Copenhagen Office
Fribourg, Switzerland-headquartered Friisberg & Partners International has expanded with the addition of Birgitte Olrik as managing partner of its Copenhagen office, strengthening the firm’s presence in the Nordic region and supporting the continued execution of our international growth strategy. “The future of executive search belongs to firms that combine exceptional local expertise with international reach,” said Zoltán Pethő,
Here’s How PE Firms Can Reduce Talent Churn and Produce Better Leaders
Participants in the ninth annual PE leadership survey conducted by AlixPartners generally agree that the most important thing they can do to achieve the financial results they demand is to pay attention to leadership and talent. For PE firms, which prioritize C-suite leadership, and portcos, which emphasize talent at all levels, “the quality of leadership and succession
The Conference Board Launches the Human Capital Exchange
The Conference Board has launched The Conference Board Human Capital Exchange, a web portal designed to be the first stop resource for all human capital professionals around the world looking for information on the field. The portal will offer a single repository for research, data and analysis, thought leadership, and cutting-edge insights across the entire
Cook Associaties Places CTO and COO at Cyrusone
Chicago-based Cook Associates Executive Search has placed Kevin Timmons as chief technical officer and Michael Duckett as chief operating officer at CyrusOne, the data center solutions unit of Cincinnati Bell. The searches were co-led by Colleen Hulce, managing director and Seth Harris, executive vice president and managing director. Mr. Timmons is an industry veteran with
HireRight Expands Senior Staff
HireRight, a global provider of on-demand employment screening solutions, has named Brian Pierson its chief operations officer. Leveraging more than 20 years of global operations, information technology, manufacturing, strategy, and management experience, Mr. Pierson will lead worldwide service delivery functions across the complete HireRight solution offering. He joins HireRight with extensive operational and executive leadership
SelectMinds Integrates Technology with Taleo
SelectMinds, a provider of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) networking and referral technologies, has announced the integration of its TalentVine social recruiting solution with Taleo’s applicant tracking system. The integration of SelectMinds' TalentVine will deliver enterprise social recruiting solutions to help corporate HR find and hire quality talent faster and more cost-effectively. As a Taleo Passport Partner, SelectMinds
Odgers Berndtson Adds Partner in Global Life Sciences and Healthcare Practices
Executive search firm Odgers Berndtson has added Patrice W.L. Young to its global life sciences and healthcare practices as a partner based in the firm's Boston office. She will also collaborate with the firm's private equity team. Ms. Young focuses on domestic and international searches for senior executive and managerial roles within the biotechnology, medical
Manpower Employment Outlook Reports Best Hiring Outlook since 2008
U.S. employers expect hiring to increase slightly in the first quarter, according to the latest Manpower Employment Outlook Survey released by ManpowerGroup. When seasonal variations are removed from the survey results, the Net Employment Outlook for Quarter 1 2012 is plus-nine percent, an increase from the plus-seven percent Outlook during Quarter 4 2011, and stable
Kenexa Expands Operations in Canada
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, is expanding its recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) operations with the opening of a Center of Excellence facility in Cary, N.C. The new facility adds 45 jobs to the area and supports Kenexa's clients throughout North America. The Center of Excellence in Cary will include
JobVite Appoints Finance and Marketing Chiefs
Jobvite, a provider of next-generation recruitment solutions, has appointed John Winkenbach as the company's chief financial officer and Kimberley Kasper as chief marketing officer. Mr. Winkenbach will oversee Jobvite's finance, accounting, human resources and legal departments. Ms. Kasper will be responsible for all aspects of corporate marketing, including branding, messaging, corporate communications and demand generation.
Heidrick & Struggles Names Managing Partner of Leadership Consulting
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has named Eric Olson to the role of global practice managing partner of leadership consulting. Mr. Olson joins Heidrick & Struggles from Oliver Wyman Leadership Development, where he led their European consulting operations. "Eric possesses a rare combination of functional experience, client focus and a true passion
Egon Zehnder Strengthens U.S. Consumer Practice Group
Global executive search firm Egon Zehnder International has appointed Dick Patton as leader of its U.S. consumer practice group. Mr. Patton joins Egon Zehnder after a successful career as a general manager and marketer with The Coca-Cola Company where he was a GM over a beverage business in North and South America, and managed several
Dowd Completes Search for Scripps Network
Dowd Associates Executive Search has placed Emily Keeton as senior vice president of corporate development for Scripps Networks Interactive. Prior to joining Scripps, Ms. Keeton served as SVP, corporate development for Ascent Media Group. A leading developer of lifestyle content for television, internet, satellite radio, books and magazines, Scripps Networks Interactive is comprised of brands
BIE Interim Executive Grows Business
U.K.-based BIE Interim Executive has added Charles Wilson as a director. Mr. Wilson previously spent six years in the interim management division of Penna. He strengthens BIE’s specialist team of consultants sourcing senior-level executives for interim roles. BIE CEO, Rob Walker, said: “Charles was the top revenue-performer at Penna and has strong consultative skills, making
Lawson Software Introduces New Technology
Lawson Software has introduced Infor10 Lawson S3, a marriage of Infor and Lawson technology and products. Just four months after the acquisition of Lawson, which resulted in the affiliation of Lawson and Infor, the two companies are already connecting their respective technology and applications. As part of the Infor10 product family, Lawson S3 10 provides
Morgan Samuels Places CIO at Orange County Container
Morgan Samuels Company, an L.A.-based executive recruiter, has placed Aaron Feves as chief information officer at Orange County Container Group. Mr. Fever most recently served director of information systems at Norman Broadbent. Orange County Container Group LLC manufactures industrial point-of-purchase paperboard and paper-based packaging solutions.
Bersin & Associates Releases New Research Solution
Bersin & Associates, a research and consulting firm focused on enterprise learning and talent management, has introduced BersinBasics, a research-based audio-visual learning solution that enables business leaders and HR professionals to learn the fundamentals of successful talent management in a “just-in-time” learning format. BersinBasics delivers training on all aspects of talent management through 100-plus short
Eastridge and Green Talent Staffing Partner with SOITEC
The Eastridge Group of Staffing Companies and its Green Talent Staffing division have been selected to provide staffing services for a San Diego-based solar module manufacturing project led by France-based Soitec, a leader in generating and manufacturing revolutionary semiconductor materials for electronic and energy industries. Eastridge and Green Talent have already started to recruit for
Raines International Expands Healthcare Practice
New York City-based Raines International Inc. has appointed Mary Lee Amendolia as the new managing director of the firm's healthcare recruiting practice. Ms. Amendolia will focus on senior-level searches in corporate development and strategy, marketing and communications and general management. She has industry expertise in healthcare, payments and card services, financial services, and professional services.
KellyOCG and the Indicia Group Form Alliance
KellyOCG and The Indicia Group have announced a new strategic partnership that will include the marketing of KellyOCG products and services by the Indicia Group with sales distribution in the Benelux region. This joint market approach will enable the talent-focused outsourcing delivery models from KellyOCG to join forces with the services portfolio offered by Indicia
Korn Ferry Posts Eight Percent Revenue Increase
Korn/Ferry International/(NYSE:KFY) posted revenues of $200.2 million for the second quarter fiscal 2012, an increase of eight percent from revenues of $185 million a year ago. The Los-Angeles-based recruiter earned $15.1 million, or 32 cents a share, up from $13.7 million, or 30 cents a share, last year. "I am proud of Korn/Ferry's accomplishments during
Major, Lindsey & Africa Places Diversity Officer at Sidley Austin
Search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa has placed Sarah L. Olson as chief diversity officer of Sidley Austin LLP. The search was led by Melanie Bennet, global practice leader of MLA’s law firm management practice. “Sally is a recognized leader with more than 10 years experience in developing diversity initiatives and is joining a firm
Spencer Stuart Retained by DST Systems
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been selected by DST Systems, Inc. to lead in its search for a new board director. DST Systems, Inc. provides sophisticated information processing and computer software services and products that help clients improve productivity, increase efficiency, and provide higher levels of customer service. Spencer Stuart is an executive search
Vadarmoss Integrates Bond Software
Vadarmoss has automated its recruitment process and enhanced its invoice management via the integration of online recruitment system Bond Adapt from Bond International Software and Drag&Tag, a suite of efficiency and knowledge add-ins for the browser and office. Vadarmoss is an executive staffing solutions firm specialising recruitment across the across the management, sales, business development,
Coulter Partners Expands Search Team
Search firm Coulter Partners has added Graham Dowsett and Tarquin Bennett-Coles to its staff. Mr. Dowsett, who joins the firm as a director, has over 14 years of global executive search experience across the healthcare and life science industries, with a particular emphasis on the biotech industry, covering all functional disciplines. Prior to joining Coulter
Hays Continues Growth in Japan
Hays Specialist Recruitment Japan K.K. (Hays Japan) has appointed Jonathan Sampson as regional director. In this senior management role he is responsible for supporting Hays' continuing growth in Japan. In particular, he focuses on the IT, accountancy & finance, human resources, office professionals and legal specialisms for Hays' Akasaka and Shinjuku offices. Christine Wright, managing
ChampionScott Completes Assignment for DEX One
Executive search firm ChampionScott Partners has placed Cindy Rock as vice president sales, call centers & support at Dex One. Ms. Rock joins Dex One from Boston Financial Data Services, where she was division vice president, investor services. Dex One Corporation is a marketing solutions provider. ChampionScott Partners is an executive search firm focused on
Saba Partners with Workday
Saba, a provider of human capital management (HCM) solutions, has formed a partnership with Workday, Inc., a leader in SaaS-based enterprise solutions for global human resources, payroll and financial management. The alliance provides learning and human capital management solutions to joint customers in the cloud. Saba’s learning management solutions, delivered via the Saba People Cloud,
Superior Group Forms Center of Excellence for Recruiters
Superior Group (Superior), an international workforce and business solutions provider, has formed a Center of Excellence for Executive Recruitment as an extension of their Client Recruiting Services. The team of specialized recruiters will provide enhanced recruiting support focusing on C-level and other senior management-grade direct placement positions. “Recruitment of high-level executives is a significant challenge
SuccessFactors Acquires Jobs2Web
SuccessFactors has acquired Jobs2web, a recruiting marketing platform. Under the terms of the acquisition agreement, which is subject to various closing conditions, SuccessFactors will pay $110 million in cash for Jobs2web. Jobs2web is a high-growth performer in the cloud industry with healthy revenue and an impressive roster of customers, such as 3M, Merck, PepsiCo, Rackspace
Korn Ferry to Lead Search for AuRo
Korn/Ferry International has been selected by AuRo Resources Corp. to lead in its search for a new a new vice president of exploration. Mark Lawson, president and CEO of the company, stated: "Given our escalating exploration in Colombia, we felt we needed to retain a premier executive search firm with a global reach, that dually
JR Cape Expands into the U.S.
HR consulting and executive search firm JR Cape has expanded into the U.S. market. Guy Carter, based out of Mobile, joins the firm as a partner for North America with experience at board and C-level executive search and consulting. Richard S. Burgess, based in Chicago, will also join the firm as partner. He has international
Aberdeen Group Adds to Human Capital Research Practice
Aberdeen Group has appointed Madeline Laurano as research director, talent acquisition solutions, within its human capital management research practice. Ms. Laurano will be leading and collaborating on Aberdeen's research coverage across a range of HCM topics, including talent mobility, workforce planning, sourcing strategy, recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), employer branding, onboarding and talent acquisition, In addition,
