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Bullhorn Acquires TargetRecruit
Recruiting software provider Bullhorn has acquired TargetRecruit, a Houston-based provider of front-and middle-office solutions built on the Salesforce platform. The acquisition deepens Bullhorn’s strategic investment in supporting firms that run their business on Salesforce and bolsters its position as the leading recruitment ISV in the Salesforce ecosystem. With the addition of TargetRecruit, Bullhorn’s Salesforce user base
Top 5 Leadership Shifts to Watch After the Summer Break
As the business world slows down for summer, deeper currents are moving beneath the surface. Global dynamics are shifting. Technology is accelerating. Regulations are evolving. And leadership, too, is entering a new phase. International Executive Search Federation (IESF) recently gathered insights from its partners worldwide, and they see five clear shifts taking shape in executive leadership.
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.
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
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?
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,
Attracting the Right CHRO Starts with the Right Job Description
Hiring a head of HR is one of the most consequential leadership decisions an organization can make, yet many companies struggle to define the role in a way that reflects their actual needs. The most effective job descriptions go beyond qualifications and responsibilities, offering candidates a clear picture of the challenges, priorities, and business objectives
Coulter Partners Recruits Chief Medical Officer for Neumirna Therapeutics
Life sciences recruiting specialist Coulter Partners has placed Ferenc Tracik as chief medical officer of Neumirna Therapeutics. “Neumirna has reached an inflection point: the question is no longer whether the science works, but how quickly we can translate it into an option for patients with urgent unmet need. Ferenc has the experience to get us there,” said Ellen
McCormack + Kristel Seeking CEO for Central New York ON RAMP
McCormack + Kristel is currently seeking a CEO for Central New York ON RAMP. New York State Empire State Development (ESD) recently engaged CenterState Corporation for Economic Opportunity (CenterState CEO), an business leadership and economic development organization, to lead, incubate, and launch the Central New York One Network for Regional Advanced Manufacturing Projects (ON RAMP). The
Bespoke Partners Appoints Leader of People and HR Practice
San Diego, CA-headquartered Bespoke Partners recently named Dani Pfeiffer as a partner leading the people and human resources leader recruiting practice serving both software and industrials sector companies. She will lead dedicated recruiting teams on searches for talent executives for private equity portfolio companies for the software and SaaS clients served by Bespoke Partners and industrial clients served by Industra Talent Partners,
Wilson Forms New Alliance with Poetry to Advance AI capabilities
Global talent solutions provider Wilson has formed a new partnership with Poetry to strengthen its AI-enabled recruitment capabilities. The collaboration supports Wilson’s continued focus on embedding technology into its RPO delivery model through Wilson Workspace, its technology ecosystem. “We’re excited to announce our new partnership with Poetry,” said Charles Faigle, chief delivery officer at Wilson. This
What Executive Candidates Want From Employers Today
The executive talent market today has fundamentally shifted and senior leaders are evaluating employers through a far more demanding lens. They no longer weigh opportunities primarily on compensation or title; they assess the total leadership experience: governance, culture, organizational stability, purpose, autonomy, flexibility and long-term growth, according to a report from Kestria. “To attract and retain
WittKieffer Retained by Roosevelt University for President Search
Oak Brook, IL-based WittKieffer has been retained by Roosevelt University in Chicago to lead in its search for its seventh president. Ali Malekzadeh is retiring after being with the school since 2015. Senior partner Christine Pendleton, consultant Sandra Chu, senior associate Maya Holt-Brockenbrough, and senior advisor Ray Crossman. Roosevelt University seeks a student-centered president who is committed
Buffkin / Baker Acquires HR-Focused Benson Executive Search
Partner-led executive search firm Buffkin / Baker has acquired Boston, MA-based Benson Executive Search, a boutique firm focused on the human resources sector. Financial terms of deal were not disclosed. The acquisition strengthens Buffkin / Baker’s HR functional capabilities and gives the firm a stronger presence in the Northeast. “We’re thrilled to welcome Benson Executive Search to
SPMB Recruits Fills Senior Finance Position for Uber
Steven Popper of SPMB Executive Search has placed Wendy Drummond Craig as senior director, technical accounting, reporting, and M&A at Uber. In her new role, she will oversee teams responsible for technical accounting matters, SEC reporting, and accounting for mergers and acquisitions. “Wendy brings an extraordinary combination of technical accounting expertise, SEC reporting experience, and strategic advisory leadership
Private Equity In Hot Pursuit Of Chief AI Officers With Strategic Vision
AI has been increasingly buzzy in the past year as companies try to understand the potential benefits it can bring – from ringing out more efficiency in the workplace and streamlining decision-making, to improving employee productivity monitoring. Now, President Joseph R. Biden Jr. has just announced a policy to help government agencies harness its power and mitigate
Monster Employment Index Rises 10 Percent
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 recorded annual growth of 10 percent in November. Transportation and warehousing continues to be a top growth market; while retail slows following its notable increase in October.
DHR Acquires Barett Webb
DHR International has acquired Barrett Webb Ltd, an executive search firm headquartered in the U.K. For over 20 years, Barrett Webb has built a reputation as a leading life sciences search firm with expertise throughout Europe. Joining DHR are the founder and CEO, Sue Rossiter, and directors Ruth Stone and Jeffrey Webb. Also joining the
The Buller Group Adds to Senior Team
The Buller Group, a human capital services and recruiting firm, has added Jawid Sharifi as director of stability operations and linguistics. Mr. Sharifi has successfully recruited and deployed hundreds of CONUS and OCONUS linguists, intelligence and information technology professionals. “The combination of Jawid's linguistic recruiting experience and Buller Group's extensive linguistic recruiting platform and experience,
iHispano.com and Fox News Latino Partner
iHispano.com and Fox News Latino have partnered to offer a professional online community designed to provide news of special interest to Hispanic professionals, and open doors to jobs at leading American companies that specifically seek to build a diverse workforce. “Wall Street may have seen an uptick in the past two years, but as Americans
Morgan Samuels Completes Search for L-3 Communications
Morgan Samuels Company, an L.A.-based executive recruiter, has placed K. Grant Palmer as the new president of Global Communications Solutions (GCS) at L-3 Communications. Headquartered in New York City, L-3 Communications employs approximately 65,000 people worldwide and is a prime contractor in aircraft modernization and maintenance, C3ISR (Command, Control, Communications, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) systems
Monster Launches Veterans Talent Index
Monster has unveiled its Veterans Talent Index (VTI), a new tool to help connect veterans and employers more effectively, using bi-annual data to provide a regular snapshot of the veteran hiring landscape. The Veterans Talent Index includes a comprehensive analysis of transitioning military service members, veterans and their employers. The three indices include: the Veteran
John M. Floyd & Associates Grows Staff
John M. Floyd & Associates Executive Search Group (JMFA ESG) has announced three additions to its team. Debbie Aldridge has been named executive search director. She will be responsible for leading recruiting efforts to fill senior level positions for financial institutions. Ms. Aldridge was previously recruiting manager for Robert Half Finance & Accounting. Mark Rosenstein
Diversified Search Finds CEO for California Dairies
Diversified Search has placed Andrei Mikhalevsky as president and chief executive officer of California Dairies Inc. (CDI), the nation's second largest dairy processing cooperative. Mr. Mikhalevsky joins CDI from Fonterra Cooperative Group Ltd., where he is currently managing director of global ingredients and foodservices. This search was led by Diversified's Julie Kanak, managing director in
PWC US and AASONN Join Forces
PwC US has announced a joint business relationship with Aasonn, a global human capital management consulting and technology services company. The allince will help expand the delivery of leading practices in human capital management solutions to organizations worldwide. The relationship with Aasonn complements PwC's experience and thought leadership in key areas such as HR transformation
TMP Worldwide Opens Office in Germany
TMP Worldwide, the global digital recruitment advertising agency, has opened a wholly-owned office in Hamburg, Germany. Jan Anthon has been appointed managing director of TMP Worldwide Germany GmbH and he will be responsible for growing the business in the German market. Mr. Anthon joins TMP from XING, where he was in a new business development
Ultimate Software Posts 19 Percent Revenue Gain
Ultimate Software/(NASDAQ:ULTI), a provider of HR, payroll, and talent management solutions, has posted third quarter revenues of revenues of $67.8 million, an increase of 19 percent, compared to $44 million, a year ago. GAAP net income for the quarter was $1.1 million, or $0.04 per diluted share, the same as the third quarter of 2010.
Pedersen & Partners Adds Principal in Warsaw
Executive search firm Pedersen & Partners has added Lukasz Urban as principal in Warsaw. In his new role Mr. Urban will be responsible for client relationship management and execution of senior level recruitment assignments across Pedersen & Partners’ organization. He previously held a senior position at an international executive search firm in Poland focusing on
CareerBecause.ASIA Launches
CareerBecause.Asia has been created to bring together career opportunities, hiring news and networking for professionals and recruiters across the region. CareerBecause.Asia is a partnership between Tokyo-based Ajisai and London-based BusinessBecause,com, bringing together Ajisai's expertise in Asian recruitment with BusinessBecause.com's track record in online networking, news and jobs for busy young professionals. Olivier LeLann, CEO of
Harris / IIC Partners Retained by UIC
Dublin, Ohio-based Harris / IIC Partners has been chosen by the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) to lead the search for its next vice chancellor for research. UIC is one of the top 60 research-funded institutions and a Carnegie Very High Research designated institution, offering top academics, cultural, business and entertainment opportunities. Founded in
Taleo Chosen by Colas Group
Taleo, a provider of on demand talent management solutions, has announced that Colas Group, a leader in road construction, has chosen its Taleo Recruiting solution to power its worldwide recruitment efforts. Colas Group has nearly 70,000 employees throughout more than 800 works centers and 1,400 materials production sites. “We've looked at all the solutions on
Philadelphia, Memphis, D.C., and Pittsburgh Show Increased Hiring
The CareerCast.com/JobSerfEmployment Index, which measures managerial recruitment activity online, fell to 103.5 from October 2011, but is more than 29 points higher than the November 2009 Index. Washington, D.C., which has been the leader in managerial hiring since the Index launched in July 2009, is expected to add 1.26 percent more jobs every year through
Korn Ferry Names Director for Switzerland
Korn/Ferry International has announced that Brigitte Morel-Curran, senior partner within Korn/Ferry Leadership and Talent Consulting in Chicago, is moving to serve as the country managing director in Switzerland for the firm’s Leadership and Talent Consulting (LTC) business. Ms. Morel-Curran will play a key leadership role in expanding the European LTC business, focusing her consulting activities
Positives Moves Appoints Roddy Gow as U.K. Office Head
Roddy Gow has been appointed as head the U.K. office of executive search firm Positive Moves. Mr. Gow was previously the CEO of Asia House, a non-profit, non-political organization, covering 42 Asian countries. “It is with great pleasure that I welcome Roddy to the Positive Moves family,” said Vibhav Dhawan, managing partner of Positive Moves
International Executive Search Federation Adds StratSearch
The International Executive Search Federation (IESF) has added StratSearch Asia as its partner for IESF Philippines. StratSearchAsia, which has been in business since 2003, is a retained executive search company in the Philippines serving global companies and large local conglomerates in sectors that include fast moving consumer goods, retail, media, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, logistics and supply
IIC Partners Adds Three New Board Members
IIC Partners has elected three new board members. Ruth Curran, a partner at MERC Partners in Dublin, will take responsibility for finance. Christoph von Nostitz, managing partner of Ising International Consulting in Munich, will assume responsibility for IIC Partners' research portfolio. Paul Po-Ping Lien, partner and general manager of PCI Executive Search Consultants, Beijing, joins
Human Capital Group Places CMO at Snyder’s-Lance
Brentwood, TN-based The Human Capital Group, Inc. has recruited John Konradt as the senior vice president and chief marketing officer at Snyder's-Lance, Inc. Mr. Konradt has over 30 years of marketing experience at Pillsbury, Coca-Cola North America and most recently with a rapidly growing entrepreneurial company in a multitude of marketing, sales and general management
Caldwell Partners Posts 10 Percent Revenue Drop
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has posted 2011 fourth quarter revenues of $9.37 million, down 10 percent compared to the prior year. Revenues generated in the U.S. represent 66 percent of the firm’s fees. "I am pleased by the great effort our team made this year, and by the results we are
The Carter Group Expands Internationally
Executive search firm The Carter Group has added Dr. Ralph Jauss and Maik Richter as partners. Dr. Jauss is based in Hamburg, Germany and will be partner for Northern Europe (DACH Region). He has worked in different management positions for companies in the transport industry, professional services as well as in the financial sector. In
Kelly Services Acquires Brazillian-Based Tradicao Tecnologia
Kelly Services, Inc. has acquired Tradicao Tecnologia e Servicos Ltda, a top national service provider in Brazil. The acquisition strengthens Kelly's presence in the Brazilian market, enabling the company to address the talent needs of clients and multinational organizations with operations in Brazil. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed. In addition to Tradicao's headquarter
The Dingman Company Recruits CEO for Christian Leadership Alliance
Executive search firm The Dingman Company, Inc. has placed Tami Heim as president and chief executive officer of Christian Leadership Alliance. Ms. Heim brings extensive leadership experience to this role including her service as president of Borders Inc., and as executive vice president and chief publishing officer of Thomas Nelson Inc. Christian Leadership Alliance (CLA)
Kenexa and LinkedIn Form Alliance
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has partnered with LinkedIn. Kenexa's integrations with LinkedIn support candidates throughout the job application process and enable recruiters to work faster, smarter and more effectively in managing these candidates. The new tools are being incorporated into future product releases from Kenexa. Eric Lochner, president,
Technology Can Be Ineffective in Job Searches
Lee Hecht Harrison (LHH), a talent management solutions company, has revealed new research providing insights into the most effective methods for finding a job in today's tough economy. Their research revealed that networking was the most effective resource for finding new work; searching through job boards was least effective. Lee Hecht Harrison analyzed job search
Amrop Fills Top Marketing Post for Remy Cointreau
Amrop Battalia Winston has placed Mark Breene as CMO at Rémy Cointreau USA. The search was led by chairwoman and CEO, Dale Winston and her partner Joseph Carideo. Mr. Breene previously served as vice president – rums, Captain Morgan, Parrot Bay, Myers, Zacapa of Diageo PLC since March 1999. Rémy Cointreau is one of the
Horton Establishes Office in Netherlands
Horton International has announced the establishment of its presence in the Netherlands. The firm’s Dutch office was originally founded in 1984 under the name of DeMan & Partners. The office’s client base is a representative reflection of the overall market, from top multinationals to expanding new companies. Among core business sectors served are industry and
Advorto Partners with Human Resources Innovation and Solutions
Advorto, a European vendor of recruitment management systems, has appointed the Philippines-based HR solutions provider Human Resource Innovations and Solutions, Inc. (“HURIS”) as its exclusive country partner in the Philippines and Vietnam. HURIS will now manage Advorto’s distribution partner program and will distribute and support Advorto’s systems in those territories. HURIS specializes in providing organizations
PageUp People Adds Industry Veteran
International talent management solutions provider, PageUp People, has added Nicholas Adams as senior vice president of sales for the EMEA region. Based in the PageUp People London office, Mr. Adams draws upon more than 10 years of talent management expertise in his new role. Previously, he was the managing director, EMEA for Workscape, an ADP
