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DHR Global Assists Miami City Ballet with Artistic Director Search
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has assisted in the recruitment of Gonzalo Garcia as the new artistic director of the Miami City Ballet. The search was led by Philip DeBoer, partner. “As to be expected for a company with the illustrious artistic reputation of Miami City Ballet, we received tremendous interest in the opportunity from around the
Hiring the Right Executive vs the Best Executive
In today’s dynamic business environment, leadership success is not solely defined by accolades or pedigree, but by fit, adaptability, and alignment with organizational values. Companies increasingly recognize that choosing an executive who understands and complements their unique culture, structure, and goals often yields far better results than opting for the most high-profile candidate on paper.
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.
NGS Global Adds TalentXera
Wilmington, DE-headquartered executive search firm NGS Global has added Saúl Almendárez and his team at TalentXera. This expands the firm’s capabilities across Mexico and the broader Latin America region. Mr. Almendárez is based in Mexico City, where he has spent more than 20 years building an exceptional team and a highly regarded brand in the executive search industry. Along
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?
IMD International Search Group Elects New Board Members
Global executive search consortium IMD International Search Group recently had delegates from member firms meet in Helsinki, Finland, and announced the election of several board members. Ben Tucker (Minerva, IMD U.K.) transitions from director to VP finance and legal. Eva Nielsen (Lisberg, IMD Sweden) is reelected for a second mandate as director while Terhi Heikkinen (IMS Talent,
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Launch Recruiter Performance Training Program
The executive search industry has a training challenge. For years, recruiting firms have depended on apprenticeship-style development, learning through observation, informal mentoring, and varying management approaches. That model works for some, but it does not scale effectively. In a market increasingly shaped by AI, speed, precision, and commercial demands, inconsistent recruiter performance is no longer
Executive Search Firms Confront the AI Transformation
As AI rapidly reshapes the executive search landscape, recruiting firms are facing growing pressure to modernize how they identify, assess, and engage leadership talent. Industry experts say AI-driven sourcing, predictive analytics, and automation tools are helping firms accelerate search timelines and expand candidate reach, while also forcing recruiters to rethink where their true value lies.
Cooper Coleman Recruits CFO the Center for Child Protection
Cooper Coleman LLC has placed William Wade as chief financial officer of the Center for Child Protection (CCP) in Austin, TX. The national search was led by Johnny Cooper, founder and CEO of Cooper Coleman. “Dion brings the kind of strategic thinking and mission alignment CCP needs in its CFO,” said Mr. Cooper. “They are doing remarkable work,
Boyden Assists Kerry’s Place Autism Services with CEO Search
Boyden has recruited Normandie Wragg as the new president and CEO of Kerry’s Place Autism Services in Ontario. The appointment follows the previously announced retirement of CEO Susan VanDeVelde-Coke at the end of June. The search was led by partners Jim Stonehouse and Pamela Colquhoun, and Kathy Luu, senior associate. “Normandie is a highly accomplished, values-driven
Modern Executive Solutions Expands Technology Practice
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Moises Velilla as managing director in its technology practice. He brings deep experience advising organizations on senior leadership hiring and talent strategy across technology and transformation. Mr. Velilla specializes in advising clients on executive talent strategy and recruiting transformative technology and professional services leaders. He
AI’s Next Test: Can It Actually Drive Growth?
A massive opportunity, and a critical trust gap, is emerging among corporate leaders. According to EY-Parthenon’s Growth Survey of 271 U.S. executives, 78 percent believe AI will accelerate growth, even as nearly 80 percent say the growth environment has become more challenging over the past year. Yet only about a third trust AI inputs for high-stakes decisions such
Retained vs. Contingent Search: Choosing the Right Executive Search Model
As companies navigate increasingly complex leadership challenges, the pressure to make the right executive hiring decision has never been greater. Boards and leadership teams are looking beyond resumes and credentials, placing greater emphasis on cultural alignment, long-term business impact, and a candidate’s ability to guide organizations through growth, transformation, and uncertainty. At the same time,
Brettschneider Executive Search Completes Search for Western Colorado University
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search recently assisted in the recruitment of Sharoni Little as dean of Western Colorado University’s School of Business. “Dr. Little’s forward-thinking approach will help shape the future of business education at Western, creating opportunities for students to thrive in today’s competitive economy,” said Brad Baca, president. With a career spanning academia, corporate leadership,
Ren Systems Appoints Head of Product
Ren Systems, an AI-powered relationship intelligence platform used by sales, business development, and professional services leaders, recently expanded with the addition of Nick Wynja as head of product. “As we’ve scaled Ren to 70+ enterprise customers and accelerated our feature release cycle, it became clear that we needed focused product leadership,” the company said in
How to Kick Off an Executive Search the Right Way
As leadership demands grow more complex, organizations are increasingly recognizing that a successful executive search begins long before candidate outreach or interviews take place. Search consultants say the strongest outcomes are driven by early alignment around business strategy, organizational culture, leadership expectations, and the capabilities needed to support future growth. Rather than simply filling an
Why Structured Interviews Lead to Better Hiring
As organizations compete for leadership talent, many are reexamining how executive interviews are conducted and whether traditional hiring instincts are leading to the best decisions. Increasingly, research is showing that structured interviews built around standardized questions and evaluation criteria deliver more reliable hiring outcomes than conversational, free-flowing assessments. Talent experts say the approach not only
Rethinking Career Loyalty in the Age of Gen Z and Millennials
As leadership priorities continue to evolve, executive search firms are seeing a growing shift in how candidates evaluate long-term career opportunities. Today’s professionals are placing greater emphasis on purpose, culture, mentorship, flexibility, and personal growth alongside compensation and title. Recruiters say organizations that can clearly communicate vision, invest in employee development, and foster strong leadership
Coulter Partners Recruits Chief Scientific Officer for Laigo Bio
Life sciences recruiting specialist Coulter Partners has recruited Richard C.A. Sainson as the new chief scientific officer of Laigo Bio. “It was a privilege to partner with Matthew and the Laigo board,” said Kay Wardle, managing partner at Coulter Partners. “Targeted protein degradation is one of the most exciting frontier areas of drug discovery, and finding a chief
Blue Rock Human Capital Recruits Chief People Officer for Michelli Weighing & Measurement
Talent acquisition strategies at many large companies have become as complex as their balance sheets. And while chief human resource officers play a vital role in overseeing an organization’s broad-based workforce, the chief people officer typically goes beyond overseeing its people policies. The focus instead is on building talent as a key competitive advantage, with more
Raising the Bar for Interim and Fractional Leadership
As companies face mounting pressure to move faster and adapt to constant change, interim and fractional executives are increasingly being brought in not simply to maintain stability, but to drive transformation from day one. Organizations today are seeking experienced leaders who can step into critical roles, solve immediate business challenges, and create momentum while long-term
BoardWalk Consulting Selected by Atlanta Ballet for Executive Director Search
BoardWalk Consulting has was recently tapped by Atlanta Ballet to lead in its search for an executive director. The search is being led by Sam Pettway, Demeika Wheaton, and Patti Kish. The executive director will lead Atlanta Ballet’s administrative and business functions in alignment with the organization’s mission and values, while partnering closely with the artistic
When Search Fatigue Leads to Costly Hiring Mistakes
In executive search, the biggest hiring mistakes are not always caused by weak candidate pools or poor sourcing strategies. More often, breakdowns occur near the finish line, when prolonged interview cycles, competing stakeholder opinions, and mounting business pressures begin to wear down decision-making discipline. What starts as a rigorous evaluation process can gradually shift toward
Preng & Associates Recruits SVP of Government Services for American Bureau of Shipping
Houston-based Preng & Associates has placed Rear Admiral Ronald J. Rábago as senior vice president of government services at American Bureau of Shipping (ABS). “Admiral Rábago brings exceptional government and industry experience that will further enhance the support we provide to our government clients in the U.S. and around the world,” said John McDonald, ABS chairman and CEO. “His
McDermott + Bull Expands in Amsterdam
Irvine, CA-based McDermott + Bull has expanded in Amsterdam with the addition of Gerben van den Hout as managing director. “This strategic hire comes as McDermott + Bull continues to expand its executive search presence across Europe, further strengthening the firm’s ability to support organizations in identifying and placing high-impact leadership talent,” the firm said. “Gerben’s appointment represents an
The CHRO’s Leadership Imperative in the AI Era
As organizations accelerate their adoption of artificial intelligence, business leaders are increasingly recognizing that successful transformation depends as much on people and leadership as it does on technology itself. HR executives, in particular, are finding themselves at the center of conversations around workforce readiness, employee trust, skills development, and organizational change management. Industry observers note
Cluen Invites Executive Search Firms to Participate in Upcoming 2026 Technology Trends Survey
For more than three decades, Cluen has partnered with leading executive search firms around the world to understand how top-performing recruiters use technology to gain a competitive advantage. Each year, the company’s Top Trends in Executive Search Technology survey uncovers the strategies, priorities, and innovations shaping the future of the profession. How are executive search firms balancing the rapid adoption of AI
Lindauer Retained by C-SPAN for Chief Development Officer Search
Virtually every industry needs top-drawer chief development officers. CDOs play a key role in planning, coordinating, and administering capital campaigns, corporate giving, and galvanizing new donors while keeping previous funders content. Implementing funding strategies that “keep the lights on,” according to recruiters specializing in the function, is job No. 1. Lindauer has been retained by C-SPAN to
NPAG Seeking Executive Director for the California Youth Defender Center
Executive search firm NPAG has been selected by the California Youth Defender Center (CYDC) to lead in its search for a new executive director. This search is being led by Ellen LaPointe and Phuong Quach. This is a unique opportunity to lead a respected and influential organization at a pivotal moment, shaping the future of youth justice
Lochlin Partners Helps Fill Senior Position for Business Roundtable
Lochlin Partners has assisted in the recruitment of Stefani Jones as senior director of policy at Business Roundtable (BRT). Ms. Jones is an accomplished technology policy leader with deep expertise at the intersection of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and national security. Her experience spans the White House, the private sector, and senior federal policy roles. She
A Look at the Shifting Roles of Today’s CFO
CFOs are responsible for managing risks and planning for the what if moments. They are the architects of business resilience and growth. They have taken on new responsibilities in environmental, social, and governance matters; mergers and acquisitions; and corporate strategy, to name a few, according to a recent report from Egon Zehnder. And they are
Cheyenne Group Completes Search for National Geographic
Executive search firm The Cheyenne Group has placed Adam Sutherland as senior vice president, corporate strategy & development at National Geographic. Mr. Sutherland comes to National Geographic from National Public Radio (NPR) where he was vice president, strategy & business development. With offices in New York, Chicago and Los Angeles, The Cheyenne Group’s searches range
Kronos Announces Version 9 of Its Hiring Solution
Kronos Incorporated has announced availability of the latest version of its selection and hiring solution. Workforce Talent Acquisition 9.0 introduces a new look, improved reporting capabilities, self-service configuration tools, new recruiting features, and simplified assessment technology. Nick Ordon, vice president and general manager, hiring solutions, said: “Kronos is committed to being an innovator in the
Chadick Ellig to Launch New Digital Media Practice
New York City-based Chadick Ellig has added media expert David Mathison as a managing director to launch the firm's new digital media practice. Mr. Mathison will leverage his 25+ years of experience as a high-tech entrepreneur and digital pioneer to build and support the new practice. In 1999, he founded the Kinecta Corporation where as
Glasford International Names Director, Finance & Legal
Glasford International has named Miguel Swaen as director, finance & legal. Mr. Swaen established Glasford International Netherlands over 14 years ago. Prior to joining the executive search industry, he started his career at IBM and held sales management and executive appointments with technology leaders such as Tandem and Hewlett Packard (formerly Synstar Computer Services). David
DHR Places CEO at Life Link
DHR International has placed Edward Eroe as president and chief executive officer of Life Link III. The search was completed by Ron Woessner, managing director of Minneapolis, and Robin Singleton, national healthcare practice leader, with assistance from Cathy Gidcumb, senior associate. Mr. Eroe’s experience includes over 12 years of air critical care leadership, most recently
Heidrick & Sruggles to Host Diversity Roundtable
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has announced that it will host its second annual Insurance Diversity Roundtable featuring Stedman Graham as keynote speaker. This year's theme is rebranding, recruiting, & retention and will be held at the Metropolitan Club in Chicago's Willis Tower. The event, co-sponsored by the Allstate Corporation and Marsh
Saba Posts 13 Percent Revenue Gain
Saba/(NASDAQ:SABA), a provider of human capital management (HCM) solutions, has posted revenues of $30.6 million for the first quarter fiscal year 2012, up 13 percent from $27.2 million in the same quarter last year. GAAP loss per share was $0.20 during the quarter compared to a loss per share of $0.06 a year ago. “We
Mercer Acquires Censeo
Mercer has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the business of Censeo Corporation, a human resource consulting firm offering real-time online leadership assessment products and services to help organizations select, develop and retain talent. The acquisition builds upon Mercer's strength and capabilities in strategic talent management. The transaction is expected to close at end of
680 Partners Places CTO at Xtify
Executive recruiter 680 Partners has placed Michael Bordash as chief technology officer of XTIFY Inc. Prior to joining Xtify, Mr. Bordash was vice president of software development at Experian where he directed all application development, architecture and software quality assurance for Experian CheetahMail. Xtify is a provider of mobile engagement technology for applications to help
The Devine Group Adds Human Capital Expert
The Devine Group, a provider of human resources consulting services, has named Jeffrey Williams as vice president of channel sales and alliances. Mr. Williams brings over 30 years of experience in the HR services industry involved with outsourced payroll processing and tax compliance services, background and employee qualification screening as well as executive leadership in
KPMG Selects Kenexa
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has announced that KPMG U.K. has selected Kenexa 2x BrassRing to improve its Talent Acquisition strategy and processes. Consistent with KPMG's U.S., Canadian and Australian offices, the U.K. firm is the fourth globally to partner with Kenexa. “We have chosen to work with Kenexa
Dynamite Recruitment Solutions Launched
Multi-sector recruiter Dynamite Recruitment Solutions has recently been launched. The firm, based in Havant, Hampshire, has been set opened by managing director Matt Fox and associate directors Becky Field and Jodie Rafferty. The company will focus on the commercial, contact center, HR, sales & marketing, finance & IT and executive recruitment. Mr. Fox said: “I
McCracken & Partners Joins Penrhyn International
Penrhyn International, a global partnership of independent executive search consulting firms, has added McCracken & Partners Executive Search Inc. as its newest member firm. Penrhyn member firms can be found in major cities throughout Europe, North America, South America, Asia and Australia. “Penrhyn quickly stood out as a terrific fit with who we are –
Oakleaf Partnership Appoints Executive Director
Oakleaf Partnership has appointed Nicola Grimshaw as executive director of operations. Ms. Grimshaw previously served as a director and board member at specialist HR search and selection consultancy Digby Morgan. Richard Colgan, managing partner and founder of Oakleaf, said: “Having known Nicola for over 10 years and witnessed first-hand the success of the businesses she
eQuest and Taleo Unveil Traq24
eQuest, a job posting distribution and job posting management provider, has partnered with Taleo to make public for the first time, TRAQ24, a job performance measuring tool from eQuest. TRAQ24 provides users with statistics on candidate trends, spending analysis, and built-in Leaderboards that compare a company's results with the aggregated eQuest customer base. All together
Martin Partners Completes Search for SG2 Llc
Executive search firm Martin Partners has placed LeAnne Hester as senior vice president of marketing to Sg2 LLC, a healthcare solutions provider. Prior to joining Sg2, Ms. Hester was the vice president of marketing and sales at Ontario Systems. Chicago-headquartered Martin Partners provides executive search services to a wide array of industries.
SharedHR Grows Executive Staff
SharedHR, a provider of HR technology and consulting for small and medium businesses, has named Bill Horst as chief revenue officer. Mr. Horst brings more than 20 years of business experience specializing in high growth technology companies, and will expand SharedHR’s strategic partnerships while leading the direct sales force. "SharedHR is well positioned to expand
Egon Zehnder Grows Energy Practice
Global executive search Egon Zehnder International has named Trent Aulbaugh as leader of its Houston office and announced the expansion of the firm’s energy practice with the addition of two consultants, Brian Harry and Catheryn Staveley. They will both be based in Houston. Since 2007, Mr. Aulbaugh has served as a member of Egon Zehnder's
Amrop Adds Six New Consultants
Global executive search firm Amrop has announced the expansion of its global team with the appointment of six new consultants. Denise Gilroy joins Amrop Knightsbridge as a new partner in Calgary; Mr. Gilroy has over 16 years of experience in international executive search as well as business development. Justyna Kubicka-Daab joins Amrop as director, leadership
Lumesse TalentLink Selected by Vincotte
Lumesse, a global leader in integrated talent management solutions, has been chosen by inspection, monitoring and certification services company Vincotte to implement its Lumesse TalentLink talent acquisition solution. Vincotte will now be able to streamline and take online its entire recruitment process, including interfacing with payroll applications to include new candidates in its system as
3P Consultants Places HR Exec at Netafim
Executive search firm 3P Consultants Pvt. Ltd has recruited Preston Fernandes as general manager of human resources at Netafim Irrigation India. Mr. Fernandes joins Netafim from Glenmark Pharmaceuticals where he was head corporate human resources. Netafim is the global leader in smart drip and micro-irrigation solutions for a sustainable future. 3P Consultants Pvt. Ltd, a
JobVite Releases New Candidate Search Technology
Jobvite, a provider of next-generation recruitment solutions, has released Jobvite Source, a new candidate search technology that makes it fast and affordable for employers to discover the best-fit talent for open jobs. With the new tool employers can search hundreds of free and paid resume databases and rank the results from all sources — all
Russell Reynolds Associates Expands Technology Practice
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has named Jennifer Johnson as an associate to the firm’s technology sector. Prior to joining Russell Reynolds, Ms. Johnson served as a manager/working capital specialist with Ernst & Young. In this role, she was responsible for driving process improvement projects that liberated cash for her clients,
ChampionScott Partners Recruits CFO for Dex One
Executive search firm ChampionScott Partners has placed Greg Freiberg as chief financial officer at Dex One. Mr. Freiberg most recently served as the CFO at Savvis, a $1 billion global outsourcing data center provider. Dex One Corporation is a marketing solutions provider helping local businesses and their customers connect wherever and whenever they choose to
American Express Introduces Job Market Tools
American Express has launched a new program to offer free financial and career tools to 20-somethings in partnership with the leading personal finance and lifestyle Web site for women, LearnVest.com, and the social platform Crowdtap. A new study conducted online by Harris Interactive for American Express reveals that two- thirds (68 percent) of recent grads
Oxford Global Resouces Expands in Chicago
Oxford Global Resources has opened a new office in downtown Chicago. The office will identify job opportunities for IT consultants who are local to the Chicago area and deliver IT consultants to firms in and around the city of Chicago. Oxford’s president, Michael J. McGowan, said: “The Chicago metro area is one of the largest
Saba Announces Content Connect Program
Saba, a provider of human capital management (HCM) solutions, has announced the Saba Content Connect Program, a tool that brings Saba partners and customers together in an interactive online community. Hosted within the Saba Online Community, the program facilitates customers’ discovery and connections with content partners in a social and real-time collaborative environment. Organizations around
The Judge Group Opens Office in Phoenix
The Judge Group, a recruiting services provider, has continued its southwest expansion with the opening of its newest office in Phoenix – serving technical staffing and recruiting solutions in the areas of information technology, finance and accounting, and engineering to companies across industry. “We've been pursuing business in the southwest recently, as we've had an
DirectEmployers Forms Alliance with Milicruit
UBM Studios' Milicruit, a provider of virtual recruitment environments for veterans, has formed a strategic partnership with DirectEmployers Association, a non-profit consortium of over 600 leading U.S. employers. The alliance will introduce DirectEmployers Association's network of global employers to Milicruit's virtual recruitment environment for veterans and their spouses. “We look forward to raising awareness of
Kenexa Launches Performance Management Suite
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has launched its Kenexa 2x Perform, which offers integrated, enterprise-class performance management, succession and compensation planning tools to drive organizational alignment and ensure top performers are retained and engaged. Built on the Kenexa 2x platform, the new solution complements Kenexa's other integrated talent management
TheLadders Partners with StreetWise
TheLadders.com has partnered with career-focused not-for-profit organization StreetWise Partners to support the talent, innovation and economic growth of New York City. Utilizing its tailored approach to helping professionals find the next step in their careers, TheLadders is making a donation in cash and in-kind resources to StreetWise Partners. Employees at TheLadders have already begun volunteer
