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Caldwell Posts 19 Percent Full-Year Revenue Increase
Toronto-based Caldwell posted Q4 revenues of $31.6 million (Canadian). Full-year revenue was up 19.4 percent to $104.1 million (Canadian). “Fiscal 2025 marked a strong return to growth for Caldwell and IQTalent,” said Chris Beck, chief executive officer. “After two years of volatility and suppressed hiring demand, we saw a resilient rebound in both revenue and profitability, capped
The Importance of Maintaining a High Bar of Quality in Retained Executive Search for the Life Sciences Industry
Rapid scientific advancement has made the demand for exceptional leadership in life sciences more urgent than ever. In the life sciences industry, where breakthroughs in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare innovation can quite literally change lives, finding the right leadership is critical, according to a recent report from Stephen Provost, managing director and co-founder at Prestige
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.
Modern Executive Solutions Names New Leader to Drive M1 Technology Community Expansion
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Joan Rohs as senior partner, M1 Technology Community. “We’re building an integrated network that connects exceptional leaders, brings together the right expertise, and helps prepare executives for a world being reshaped by AI,” said Mark Oppenheimer, CEO of Modern Executive Solutions. “Joan brings an extraordinary
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?
StevenDouglas Expands HR Practice
StevenDouglas recently expanded with the addition of Brittney Molitor as a director, human resources search. “Brittney takes a highly consultative approach to search, focusing on both the capabilities required for a role and the cultural alignment needed for long-term success,” StevenDouglas said in a LinkedIn post. “She is passionate about building genuine relationships with clients
Insight Partners Launches Empower to Prepare CIOs for Board Roles
AI and software investor Insight Partners has launched Empower, a program that helps Global 2000 CIOs plan and prepare for board seats, startup advisory positions and other portfolio-career paths while they are still in their operating roles. Empower launches with 10 delivery partners, including Diligent, Heidrick & Struggles, Riviera Partners, and Global Mentors Group, and has
Brettschneider Executive Search Tapped by William Paterson University to Find Next Provost
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been retained by William Paterson University (WP) to lead in its search for a provost and senior vice president for academic affairs. Reporting to president Richard J. Helldobler, the provost will serve as chief academic officer and as a visible, collaborative partner to the president, cabinet, deans, and faculty governance bodies.
Klein Hersh Recruits President and CEO for Shenandoah Therapeutics
Klein Hersh, a search firm focused on the life sciences and healthcare industries, has placed Steve Worland as president, CEO and a member of the board of directors at Shenandoah Therapeutics. Co-founder and founding CEO Isabella Graef, has transitioned to chief scientific officer and will continue to lead Shenandoah’s scientific strategy. “I’m delighted to welcome
Harris Search Associates Seeking Research Leader for Texas A&M Semiconductor Institute
Harris Search Associates is currently seeking the inaugural director of research for Texas A&M Semiconductor Institute (TSI). Jeffrey Harris and Richard Skinner are leading the assignment. Working in close partnership with the TSI Director and other Institute leaders, the director of research serves as a catalyst to refine and evolve the TSI’s research strategy, focused on large-scale academic-industry-government private
BarkerGilmore Names Senior Director
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, recently expanded with the addition of Jesus Meraz as senior director. He brings a unique combination of leadership experience, legal training, and strategic business insight to the firm’s executive search practice. His career has been defined by helping organizations identify, attract, and develop
Revenge Quitting Creates New Challenges for Recruiters
You spend weeks helping a team find the right person. A few months later, that same role lands back on your desk because the employee has resigned. Now the position is urgent, the hiring manager wants a replacement right away, and the pressure is coming from every direction. When exits like this occur at particularly
Peña Search Seeking Chief Strategy Officer for Housing Forward
Peña Search was recently retained by Housing Forward to lead in its hunt for a chief strategy officer. Travis Hillier is leading the assignment. Reporting to the president and CEO, the chief strategy officer will serve as Housing Forward’s chief strategist and a member of the executive leadership team. The CSO will oversee the teams
Nexus Search Partners Recruits CEO for Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region
Nexus Search Partners, an executive search and advisory firm in Charlotte, NC, has assisted in the recruitment of Bryant Owens as the new CEO of Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region. He will succeed Laura Belcher, who has served the organization with distinction for more than 12 years. Owens will become the sixth CEO
Charles Aris Launches Interim Search Business
Organizations are increasingly turning to flexible leadership solutions to navigate periods of change, execute strategic initiatives and drive value creation, especially in private equity. In response to this growing demand, Greensboro, NC-based executive search firm Charles Aris Executive Search has launched Charles Aris Interim Solutions, a new division dedicated to connecting organizations with experienced independent talent for interim
Taurean Establishes Investment Search Practice
Taurean recently launched an investment search practice with the addition of Paige Ware as principal in Los Angeles. The practice serves private markets firms across asset classes. “We help these firms shape and build their capital raising and investor relations, origination, and deal teams, and place corporate development leaders into their portfolio companies,” Taurean said in a
The Chief Commercial Officer: Driving Private Equity Value Creation
As private equity firms place greater emphasis on organic growth, commercial leadership is taking on a more central role in value creation. The chief commercial officer (CCO) has become one of the most important post-acquisition hires for private equity sponsors, according to a recent report from Spencer Stuart’s Dave Vidor. As extended hold periods and
The Tolan Group Recruits CEO for U.S. Mobile Health Exams
The Tolan Group (TTG) has placed Eric Hepburn as CEO at U.S. Mobile Health Exams (USMHE) in Jacksonville, FL. He brings more than 30 years of experience in executive leadership, business operations, strategic growth, and organizational transformation. Mr. Hepburn’s appointment brings USMHE an experienced executive with a track record of strengthening business operations, developing scalable
Cooper Coleman Leading CFO Search for Jacksonville Zoological Society
Cooper Coleman LLC has been retained by Jacksonville Zoological Society, Inc. to conduct a national search for its next CFO. “Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens has an ambitious vision for its future, and its next CFO will help shape how those plans move forward,” said Johnny Cooper, founder and CEO of Cooper Coleman. “We’re looking for someone
The Christopher Group Tapped by MITRE for Head of Total Rewards Search
The Christopher Group (TCG), a boutique HR executive search and business solutions recruiting firm, has been selected by MITRE to lead in its search for a head of total rewards. The search is being led by managing partner Ayla Maloney and recruiting director Kat Kilkenney. “This is an incredibly exciting opportunity for a total rewards leader who wants to make
True Establishes Dedicated Private Credit Practice
Global executive talent platform True has launched a dedicated private credit practice, led by Rick Bank, managing director and head of the private credit and private equity practices. The launch comes as private credit enters a significant credit cycle, with 67 percent of portfolio managers citing greater competition and 64 percent citing defaults and credit losses as
Inside the Decisions That Shape Hiring and Careers
Hiring and leadership decisions continue to play an increasingly important role in shaping both individual careers and organizational performance. As companies navigate tighter talent markets, rapid technological change, and evolving expectations around leadership, greater attention is being placed on how executives identify high performers, assess potential, and make decisions about who is ready for greater
ON Partners Recruits Board Members for Artisan Industries
Partners Seth Harris and Shawn Oglesbee of ON Partners have assisted in the recruitment of Stephen S. Schwartz and Gary A. Doyon as new members of the board of directors of Artisan Industries. The addition of two independent directors strengthens the company’s governance and strategic leadership, as Artisan expands its core technologies into high-growth markets, including specialty chemicals, PFAS removal, drug
Reffett Associates Seeking Vice President of Development for the Army Historical Foundation
WA-based Reffett Associates was recently retained by the Army Historical Foundation to recruit its next vice president of development. The Army Historical Foundation is the non-profit organization that supports the National Museum of the United States Army, which honors the service and sacrifice of American soldiers throughout the Army’s history. The vice president of development will play
DHR Global Expands Middle East and Africa Presence
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has expanded with the addition of Michael Patrick Okumu-Ringa as managing partner, Middle East and Africa. Based in Dubai, he will lead the expansion of DHR’s regional business, building its team and strengthening its executive search and leadership advisory capabilities while connecting regional clients with international talent in partnership with DHR’s London office. “The
Talentfoot Grows HR Practice
Talentfoot Executive Search has expanded with the addition of Gabe Peacock as associate partner, helping drive the continued growth of the firm’s human resources practice. “With Gabe joining the team, Talentfoot is continuing to expand our ability to support clients in finding HR leaders who can solve complex people challenges, strengthen culture, scale people operations,
Artico Search Founders Reflect on Five Years of Growth and Lessons Learned
Five years after its founding, Artico Search has grown from a two-person venture into a boutique executive search firm serving venture capital, private equity-backed, and publicly traded companies. Founded in 2021 by Mercedes Chatfield-Taylor, CEO and co-founder, and Matt Comyns, president and co-founder, the firm has built its business around emerging technology, with particular depth
Caldwell Sells IQTalent Partners to WinMil for $4.7 Million
Toronto-based Caldwell has completed the sale of substantially all of the net operating assets of its wholly owned subsidiary, IQTalent Partners, Inc., to WinMil, Inc. WinMil will continue to operate the business under the IQTalent name and brand. In 2020, Caldwell acquired IQTalent to broaden its service offerings into technology-enabled recruiting solutions at the professional level.
WittKieffer Selected by Park University for President Search
Oak Brook, IL-based WittKieffer has been retained by Park University to lead in its search for a new president. Consultant Alejandra Gillette-Teran, principal Melody Rose and associate Sarah Seavey are spearheading the assignment for the search firm. Reporting to an engaged board of trustees, the president will be expected to grow the University into the future. The president provides leadership in
NPAG Leading Executive Director Search for SEAL
Executive search firm NPAG was recently retained by SEAL (Sobrato Early Academic Language) to lead in its search for a new executive director. Allison Kupfer Poteet, managing partner, is leading the search along with Alejandra Villa, managing associate. The organization seeks a strong enterprise leader with strategic and financial acumen, experience leading through change, and genuine credibility
The Art of Onboarding a Senior Executive
The process of bringing in a new executive isn’t merely about filling a vacant position; it’s an investment in the future success of your organization. However, this investment often falls short when it comes to executive onboarding, according to a recent report from SpenglerFox. “Many companies underestimate the critical importance of a well-designed onboarding program, leading
Monster.com.br and Grupo Estado Form Strategic Alliance
Monster.com.br, the Brazilian branch of Monster, has formed a partnership with Grupo Estado. The classified/ad web page Empregos & Carreiras, published on the Estadao.com.br website (the leading online publication from Grupo Estado editorial group), will now offer Monster Brazil’s complete portfolio of online recruitment services. The alliance fully integrates Monster.com.br’s solutions into the Estadao.com.br website,
B.E. Smith Finds CFO for John Knox Village
Executive recruiting firm B.E. Smith has placed Richard Kim Klockenga as the new vice president and chief financial officer of John Knox Village. Mr. Klockenga was previoulsy vice president and CFO of Friendship Village of Schaumburg. “John Knox Village was seeking an accomplished financial leader with a ‘big picture’ perspective, an operational focus and finely
Alexander Hughes Opens New Offices in Brazil, India, Hong Kong and Australia
Alexander Hughes has opened four new offices bringing its worldwide coverage to 41 locations. The firm has acquired stakes in established outfits in Brazil, India, Hong Kong and Australia. “Following 30 years of growth in Europe and strong global presence through our partnerships, the integrated development in Asia Pacific and the Americas is great news
Chadick Ellig Adds New Managing Director
New York City-based Chadick Ellig has added executive recruiter and attorney Benjamin Dewar as a managing director. Mr. Dewar will build and grow the legal, compliance and regulatory search practices at the firm. Most recently, he was a member of the legal, governance & compliance practice at Russell Reynolds Associates where he led the general
Corporate Executive Board Acquires Valtera
Corporate Executive Board (CEB) has acquired Valtera, a global talent management company. Fianancial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Through the acquisition, CEB creates a resource for insight and support on employers' challenges within hiring, engaging and developing talent. The solutions will be brought to market as CEB Valtera. “The ability to select, assess,
Dice Revenue Up 39 Percent to 179 Million
Dice Holdings, Inc./(NYSE:DHX), a career website for technology and engineering professionals, has recorded revenues of $47.4 million, an increase of 25 percent from $37.9 million in the comparable quarter of 2010. Net income for the quarter grew 82 percent to $10.5 million, or 15 cents per share, from the $5.7 million earned last year. eFinancialCareers
Harris / IIC Partners Selected by U. of Arizona
Dublin, Ohio-based Harris / IIC Partners has been selected by the University of Arizona to lead the search for its next associate vice chancellor for research compliance. With over $600 million in research and development, the University of Arizona currently ranks in the top 20 public universities in the U.S. in overall research expenditures and
BCA Finds VP of Talent for Fairmont Minerals
BCA, Executive Recruiters has placed Reginald Stover as vice president of people and talent development at Fairmont Minerals. Prior to joining Fairmont Minerals, Mr. Stover held numerous senior executive HR positions with Pepsi, Nestle USA and GE. BCA’s CEO, Cecelia Gonzalez, led the search. Fairmount Minerals, headquartered in Chardon, Ohio, is one of the largest
The Buller Group Acquires Mabec Solutions
The Buller Group, a human capital services and recruiting firm, has acquired Mabec Solutions, an information technology professional services firm serving the Federal Government and commercial companies. Buller Group has acquired all outstanding shares, which includes all existing contracts. Financials terms of the deal were not disclosed. “The Mabec Solutions acquisition represents a significant step
Kforce Posts 10.5 Percent Revenue Gain
Kforce Inc./(NASDAQ:KFRC), a provider of professional staffing services and solutions, has posted revenues of $285.6 million for the fourth quarter, a gain of 10.5 percent compared to $289.0 million for the quarter a year ago. The company reported net income of $7.1 million, or $0.20 per share, versus $8.4 million, or $0.22 per share, for
Oracle Buys Taleo for $1.9 Billion
Oracle has entered into an agreement to acquire Taleo Corporation for $46 per share or approximately $1.9 billion, net of Taleo's cash and debt. Together, Oracle and Taleo expect to create a comprehensive cloud offering for organizations to manage their human resource operations and employee careers. The transaction is expected to close mid-year 2012, subject
Caldwell Partners Appoints Managing Partner in Canada
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has added Elan Pratzer as managing partner, Canada. Mr. Pratzer's executive search career began when he was 19 and included managing what became Egon Zehnder International’s Toronto office, building his own firm (Pratzer & Partners) through organic growth and acquisition to include offices in Toronto, Chicago and
Signium Names Managing Partner in Italy
Signium International has appointed Elena Bignamini as managing partner of the firm in Italy. She joined Signium in 2001 and specializes in healthcare, consumer goods, finance, and professional services (legal and consulting) and lifestyle searches. Ms. Bignamini was formerly with Kelly Services where she served as senior recruiter and she executed the recruitment, selection and
Boyden to Lead CEO Search for Port of Houston Authority
Boyden has been retained by the Port of Houston Authority to identify candidates for the position of CEO. This search is being led by Tim McNamara, managing director at Boyden Washington, D.C., who leads Boyden’s global infrastructure, logistics and transportation practice. The Port of Houston Authority facilitates commerce, navigation and safe waterways promoting sustainable trade
Kenexa Posts 24 Percent Revenue Gain: Acquires Outstart
Kenexa Corporation/(NASDAQ:KNXA), a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has posted revenues of $79.6 million for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2011, a 24 percent increase from revenues of $64.1 million a year ago. Non-GAAP net income available to common shareholders was $7.5 million, or $0.23 per diluted share, compared to $5.4
Lucas Group Names Managing Partner in HR Practice Group
Search firm Lucas Group has added Michael Johnson as managing partner for its human resources practice group. Mr. Johnson will lead the firm's recently expanded HR practice in Los Angeles and comes to Lucas Group from Kelly Law Registry, where he was regional director. He brings more than 20 years of demonstrated experience in executive
Job.com and TweeMyJobs Form Partnership
Career site Job.com and TweetMyJOBS, a social recruiting platform, have announced the integration of the Who? button, a new social tool empowering job seekers with the ability to tap into their social network, on Job.com. TweetMyJobs developed this Facebook application to accelerate referral-based job searching and social recruiting. The “Who?” button utilizes a user's Facebook
Amrop Establishes Office in Houston
Global executive search firm Amrop has established a new office in Houston, Texas. Under the leadership of Agustin Miro, partner, and Eduardo Rabassa, partner in Miami, the new office builds on the firm’s expertise in cross-cultural searches identifying American talent for European-based companies with U.S. operations based in Texas and Florida. The Houston office focuses
Stanton Chase Introduces New Board
Executive search firm Stanton Chase International has selected a new international chairman and board of directors for 2012. The board is comprised of three previous and two new members, and has representation from around the globe. Continuity of service includes the following three individuals: George Cross will assume the role of international chairman, Mickey Matthews
HVS Executive Search Promotes Partner
HVS Executive Search has promoted Juliette Boone to partner, North America. Ms. Boone has been with HVS since 2004 and will focus on further developing the company’s consulting practice covering executive search, mid-management recruitment, compensation consulting and performance management in North America. “Juliette has a unique blend of strategic and practical thinking that will be
Nosal Partners Expands Milwaukee Office
Executive recruiter Nosal Partners LLC has hired Mike Magurany as partner. Based in Milwaukee, Mr. Magurany will conduct senior-level assignments in the consumer, retail and hospitality industries. He was previously the head of leadership recruiting for Kohl’s Department Stores. Before joining Kohl’s, Mr. Magurany was a senior consultant with Heidrick & Struggles in Chicago. As
Harvey Nash Launches Interim Management IT Division
Harvey Nash, a global professional recruitment and IT outsourcing provider, has launched a new service recruiting senior technology executives for periods of critical business change. The new division provides CIOs, programme managers and senior level executives for fixed periods between six and 12 months. “In my experience senior interim managers fill a widening skills gap
3P Consultants Names Principal Partner
Executive search firm 3P Consultants Pvt. Ltd has added Raju Kapoor as principal partner. Mr. Kapoor has over 20 years of experience in the service industry, including 10 years in executive search. His experience includes start-ups and high growth organizations across telecom, capital markets and the ITES industry. Mr. Kapoor started his search career with
Accelent Recruits Chairman for Metavana
Accelent, Inc. has placed Ron Weissman as chairman at Metavana, Inc., a software provider of search for the social Web. Mr. Weissman serves as an investor and/or director to a number of leading technology companies. Accelent is an executive talent acquisition and integration firm which serves technology clients in the Internet, e-commerce and digital media
GetHired.com Secures Financing Round
GetHired.com, a video-based social recruiting platform and job board, has raised $1.75 million in an oversubscribed round of seed funding. GetHired.com is a free service that empowers job seekers to differentiate themselves in the hiring process by creating video and audio profiles to accompany their resume. “Since job search came online nearly two decades ago,
CTPartners To Acquire J-M. Beigbeder – CEO Search In Paris
CTPartners has signed a letter of intent to acquire J-M. Beigbeder – CEO Search, an executive search firm specializing in senior executive and board level recruitments as well as in board advisory services in Paris. Mr. Beigbeder is the former CEO of Spencer Stuart and former chairman of the international executive committee of Korn Ferry
ManpowerGroup Posts 18 Percent Gain; Asia Continues to Power Growth
ManpowerGroup/(NYSE:MAN) has posted revenues of $5.5 billion for the fourth quarter ended December, 2011, an increase of 18 percent from $5.21 billion a year earlier. The Milwaukee-based company earned $63.6 million, or 78 cents per share, a sharp increase from the same period last year when the company reported a net loss of $350.4 million,
Sanford Rose Places CFO at DiaDexus
Sanford Rose Associates’ San Diego office has placed Jean-Frédéric Viret, Ph.D. as chief financial officer for diaDexus, Inc. Robin Toft, president and CEO of Sanford Rose Associates – San Diego, said: “Dr. Viret is a dynamic executive with strong financial relationships and will be a valuable asset as diaDexus continues its commercial expansion in 2012.
Unrabble Releases Free Hiring Software
Unrabble, a cloud-computing startup that simplifies and process of hiring new employees, has released a new free version of its software. With the software’s most recent update, companies, startups and individuals will be allowed to create a job opening and use Unrabble’s candidate evaluation tools without paying a subscription fee. “Unrabble puts hiring in the
Wilton & Bain Taps Former Heidrick & Struggles Recruiter
Global search firm Wilton & Bain has named Bryan MacDonald as the head of its chief information officer (CIO) practice. Mr. MacDonald previously was regional managing partner at search firm Heidrick & Struggles, responsible for CIO recruiting across Europe, the Middle East and Africa regions. “I am delighted to become part of the team here
ChampionScott Finds New COO for Valent
Executive search firm ChampionScott Partners has placed Andy Lee as executive vice president and chief operating officer at Valent U.S.A. Mr. Lee was previously CEO of Sipcam Agro USA and ADVAN, LLC. “When recruiting our COO, we needed a fresh eye in the agriculture marketplace and ChampionScott did just that,” said Valent U.S.A. CEO Mike
