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Options Group Appoints Vice Presidents
Options Group has expanded with the additions of Louis Couronne and Macaire Chue as vice presidents. Mr. Couronne will join the firm in London and will specialize in electronic trading. His areas of focus include systematic strategy development, AI/ML labs, high-performance computing, infrastructure optimization, and senior trading technology appointments. Mr. Couronne has experience in global search
How to Create an Organizational Culture That Attracts Talent
In today’s competitive hiring environment, organizations must go beyond the basics to stand out. While competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits are essential for recruiting talent, another aspect that is often overlooked is organizational culture, according to a recent report from Kinsley|Sarn Executive Search. “A positive and engaging workplace environment can be a key differentiator in attracting and
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.
The Talent Studios Places CEO at GIBBON North America
The Talent Studios has placed Luke Droulez as the new CEO of GIBBON North America. The search was led by Katlyn Maloney and Jeremy Cohen. Mr. Droulez is an executive leader with a proven track record of scaling consumer brands from early stage to nine figures. He was an early executive leader and chief marketing officer of native digital
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?
Pacific International Executive Search Expands Advisory Board
London-headquartered executive search firm Pacific International Executive Search has appointed Beth Albright to its advisory board. “Beth Albright is an exceptional addition to our advisory board,” said David Howells, CEO of Pacific International. “Her deep governance expertise, her track record of guiding organizations through IPOs, M&A integrations, and large-scale transformations, and her recognized leadership in human capital management
Asset Management’s Next Edge Is Organizational, Not Financial
Citrin Cooperman’s 2026 Asset Management Survey Report highlights an industry undergoing meaningful transition. Their survey of 300 senior leaders across private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, private credit, and funds of funds points to a market increasingly shaped by institutional capital, operational pressure, and changing investor expectations. What stands out most is not simply the economic uncertainty facing
TurnkeyZRG Seeking Men’s Lacrosse Head Coach for Fairfield University
TurnkeyZRG has been retained by Fairfield University to lead in a nationwide search for a new men’s lacrosse head coach. Katy Young Staudt, vice president, college & coaching practice, is leading the assignment. The head coach will be responsible for directing all phases of a championship-caliber Division I Men’s Lacrosse program within the NCAA and Coastal Athletic Association, with an
BroadView Talent Partners Recruits CEO for the Freestore Foodbank
BroadView Talent Partners has assisted in the recruitment of Kreg Keesee as the new president and CEO of the Freestore Foodbank. Christie Angel, Melania DaSilva Deaver, Donna Young, and Robyn Quinn led the assignment. “Kreg brings a proven track record of building high-performing teams and turning strategy into action,” board chair Dwinelva Zackery said. “We are confident he is the right leader to
Streamlining the Hiring Process to Secure Top Talent
In a competitive hiring market, speed and preparation can often make the difference between securing a top candidate and losing them to another opportunity. With many professionals exploring new roles while remaining fully employed, organizations must balance thorough evaluation with an efficient and well-coordinated recruitment process. The most successful employers are those that approach hiring
DHR Global Adds New Partner in Singapore
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has expanded with the addition of Veronique Denis-Pelliet as a partner in its technology and retail & consumer practices in Singapore. A seasoned executive with over 10 years of experience in executive search, ESG leadership, sales, and international business development, Ms. Denis-Pelliet has led multicultural teams and driven growth in Southeast Asia, China, Europe,
Assessing Business Development Talent Without Slowing the Hiring Process
Companies are placing greater emphasis on improving hiring accuracy as competition for high-performing talent intensifies across the market. Yet many organizations continue to rely on inconsistent interview practices, subjective evaluations, and selection processes that create unnecessary friction for both candidates and internal stakeholders. Most hiring failures do not happen because companies move too fast. They
Academic Search Recruits President for Henry Ford College
Academic Search has placed David M. Knezek as the seventh president of Henry Ford College. Shirley Robinson Pippins and Richard Cummins led the assignment. Mr. Knezek, currently serving as chief operating officer of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and as an elected Wayne County commissioner, will assume the presidency later this year, succeeding interim president Dr. Lori
Fabric.AI Taps Egon Zehnder for Critical Search
Global leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder has been retained by NASDAQ-traded AI infrastructure company Fabric.AI to lead the search for a senior project management executive. “Egon Zehnder’s reputation, global reach, and deep expertise across AI, advanced technologies, and organizational leadership make them an ideal partner for Fabric.AI at this stage of our growth,” said Josh Silverman, CEO of
Caldwell Expands in London and Madrid
Toronto-based Caldwell has expanded with the addition of Alex Langridge as a partner in the firm’s financial services practice. Based in London, Mr. Langridge advises clients across financial services and fintech on senior executive and board appointments, succession planning, organizational design, and transformational leadership hiring. “Alex’s appointment reflects our continued investment in expanding Caldwell’s financial
Fama Technologies Granted U.S. Patent on Foundational AI-Powered Social Media Screening Technology
Fama Technologies, providers of AI-powered online screening, has announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has allowed all claims in its patent application covering the foundational technology behind social media background screening. The patent, titled “System for Searching and Correlating Online Activity with Individual Classification Factors,” has a priority date of November
Updating How You Work So AI Can Actually Deliver
AI adoption is no longer a technology challenge, it is an operational one. Companies that generate lasting value from AI will be the ones willing to redesign workflows, redefine leadership responsibilities, and embed AI directly into how work gets done every day. Most companies will not fail at AI because they chose the wrong model,
Vetted Solutions Assists CoreNet Global with CEO Search
Following an extensive search process, Washington, D.C.-based Vetted Solutions has assisted in the recruitment of Vicki Worden as the new CEO of CoreNet Global. “Vicki Worden demonstrates exemplary leadership through her collaborative approach,” said Jamie Leary-Erickson, CoreNet Global board chair. “Vicki’s extensive experience in the architecture, engineering, and commercial real estate sectors, combined with her global perspective
BarkerGilmore Places Head of Legal at Vantage Elevator Solutions
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has placed Keinan Meginniss as VP, head of legal at Vantage Elevator Solutions. The search was led by Stephen Bell and Alison Waters. “Keinan joins the organization at an exciting time as the company continues to expand its operations and strengthen its leadership team
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
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 Job Seekers Can Assess Company Culture
When job hunting, finding the perfect role goes beyond a company’s reputation or the allure of a job title. One critical factor that often takes precedence is the company culture. The culture of a company can significantly impact your job satisfaction, professional growth, and overall well-being, according to a new report from Protis Global. So,
AESC Names Three New Member Firms
The Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) has named BD Associates – Partners to Leaders, Fitco Consulting and UHUNT as member firms. Luxembourg-based executive search firm BD Associates – Partners to Leaders, founded by Bernhard Dedenbach in 2010, serves the banking and insurance industries as well as conducting senior executive and board searches for the
IIC Partners Adds Korean-Based Firm You & Partners
IIC Partners has added Korean-based You & Partners as its newest member firm. You & Partners was established in 2003 by CEO Susie Yoo and operates across many of the practice group sectors in which IIC Partners specializes – consumer & retail, energy, financial services, industrial, life sciences and technology. “We are very pleased about
Cook Lands Chief Marketing Officer for Extraprise Group
Chicago-based Cook Associates Executive Search has placed Joseph Cordo as chief marketing officer of Extraprise Group. The search was led by John Barrett, managing director. MRr. Cordo joins Extraprise from Verafin, Inc., where he served most recently as vice president of marketing. Extraprise Group is a provider of customer intelligence and multi-channel marketing services to
Saba Partners with BT Global Services
Saba, a provider of human capital management (HCM) solutions, has formed a global partnership with BT Global Services, a division of BT Group, which will enable BT Global Services to provide a fully-managed people management solution as part of BT Learning Solutions. This offering will include Saba’s learning management, talent management, online collaboration and enterprise
CTPartners to Acquire its Latin American Licensee
CTPartners has signed a letter of intent to acquire CTPartners Latin America Inc., its independently-owned licensee that has been operating as CTPartners in Latin America for the past five years. Seventeen partners currently operate from offices in Bogota, Caracas, Lima, Mexico City, Panama, Santiago and Sao Paulo. Brian Sullivan, CTPartners CEO, said: "The formal integration
J. Robert Scott Strengthens Financial Services Practice
Executive search firm J. Robert Scott has appointed Douglas Mann as managing director of its financial services practice in its New York office. Mr. Mann will focus on the insurance sector within the practice. He previously served as a partner with The Caldwell Partners and prior to that was with Ferguson Partners. J. Robert Scott
Harvey Nash Expands Public Sector Executive Search Practice
Harvey Nash Group has added two local government executive search professionals, Yvonne Skingle and Jan O’Brien, to strengthen the firm’s U.K. public sector executive search practice. Ms. Skingle joins Harvey Nash Executive Search as a director in the government and public services team. She previously served as managing consultant, executive search and selection, at Tribal
Laurence Simons Appoints New Managing Director
International legal recruiter Laurence Simons has named Lucinda Moule as managing director in the firm’s London office. Ms. Moule will focus on growth of Laurence Simons’ operations in the U.K. and Ireland as well as in the European private practice market. She has 15 years recruitment experience, having worked with the PSD Group, GRS and
Financial Executives Extend Their Reach Into Operations and HR
More than one in four (27 percent) chief financial officers said they have become more involved in company operations over the past three years. Human resources was the second most common area of expanded responsibility, cited by 19 percent of respondents. The survey, conducted by Robert Half Management Resources, included responses from 1,400 CFOs in
McCracken & Partners Retained by MarketWire
McCracken & Partners Executive Search Inc. has been selected by Marketwire Inc. to lead in its search for a new global head of product management. Canadian-owned and headquartered, for almost three decades Marketwire connect news makers and news consumers, sharing information with audiences worldwide.
Heidrick & Struggles Expands Leadership Consulting Practice
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has appointed Mark Nadler as partner in its leadership consulting practice. Mr. Nadler comes to Heidrick from Oliver Wyman Delta where he served as partner and specialized in consulting to CEOs, boards, and senior executives of major corporations on effective leadership and organizational change. Much of his
Tatum Strengthens Healthcare Practice
Executive services firm Tatum LLC has added three key senior professionals to its healthcare practice to strengthen and reinforce the services offered to help healthcare organizations resolve strategic, operational and financial challenges. As a new partner with Tatum, Cindi Long will be responsible for serving the company's portfolio of healthcare clients. Prior to Tatum, she
Summit Search Solutions Selected by Pacific Oaks College & Children’s School
Summit Search Solutions, Inc., an executive search firm that specializes in higher education, has been retained by Pacific Oaks College & Children's School to lead in its search for a new president. Founded in 1959 by a small group of Quaker families, Pacific Oaks College is dedicated to the fundamental Quaker principles of inclusion, social
PeopleAnswers Signs Deal with Greystar Real Estate Partners
PeopleAnswers has signed a new software licensing agreement with Greystar Real Estate Partners, a multifamily property management company. The PeopleAnswers HR solution will provide a web-based platform to assist with managing a number of electronic resumes and applications candidates submitted to Greystar. Greystar's talent management team will use the new technology to support their existing
Kelly Services Records 16 Percent Revenue Gain
Kelly Services, Inc./(NASDAQ:KELY), a global provider of workforce solutions, has posted revenue for the second quarter of 2010 of $1.4 billion, a 16 percent increase from revenues of $1.21 billion in 2010. The company had earnings of $21 million, or 53 cents a share, compared with of $3.9 million, or 11 cents a share, a
Grafton Employment Group Expands Group Board
The Grafton Employment Group, an employment and HR solutions company in Ireland and Central Eastern Europe, has made five appointments to its group board. Robert Dix is appointed to the role of group chairman, Niall Keyes takes on the role of partner for the CEE region, Vivienne Jupp assumes the role of non executive director,
Spencer Stuart to Lead CEO Search for Clorox
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been selected by consumer products giant The Clorox Company to recruit a new chief executive officer. Carl C. Icahn, the largest shareholder of Clorox, recently offered a $10.7 billion takeover bid for the company; when he was rebuffed he proposed dumping the entire board of directors and replacing it
Kenexa Launches Social Solutions for Recruiting
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has launched Kenexa Social Solutions, a multi-faceted set of social recruiting tools. The new solution draws on Kenexa's industry expertise in sourcing, recruiting, employment branding and social media to deliver positive outcomes for hiring employers as well as job candidates. Included in Kenexa Social
CareerBliss Adds Former Monster Exec
CareerBliss, an online career community, added has Jim Dwyer as its global director of strategic partnerships. Mr. Dwyer was previously global director at Monster Worldwide. He specializes in digital marketing, recruitment and client acquisition strategy, global business development, strategic partnerships and redefining the online career space. Heidi Golledge, co-founder and CEO of CareerBliss, said: “Jim
Bond International to be Implemented by Mega Force
Recruitment software provider Bond International Software has announced that Mega Force, which offers a range of innovative and customized staffing solutions to many of the top companies in North Carolina, will use Bond’s flagship recruiting software, Adapt as well as IT outsourcing provided by Bond. “With Bond supporting all IT needs for Mega Force, we
Odgers Berndtson Adds Head of U.S. Asset Management Practice
Executive search firm Odgers Berndtson has added Alexander G. Thomson as a partner in its Boston office and head of its U.S. asset management practice. Mr. Thomson has more than 16 years experience as an executive recruiter, conducting domestic and international C-level searches for clients across the asset management spectrum including real estate, debt, and
RSR Partners Opens in New York City
RSR Partners, a corporate governance and executive search firm based in Greenwich, Conn., has opened an office in New York City. The New York City office will allow the company to be closer to its clients and talent, particularly in the areas of private equity and financial services. “There is no executive search firm quite
hrQ Expands in Houston
hrQ, an executive search and professional services firm focused exclusively on the human resources profession, has appointed Lonnie Bane to its Houston team. Mr. Bane, who has more than 30 years of business experience specializing in human resources and business development, will serve as principal consultant focused on business development and human resources consulting services.
FlemingMartin Recruits CFO for Munchkin
Executive search firm FlemingMartin LLC has placed Gary Rolfes as chief financial officer of Munchkin, Inc. Most recently, Mr. Rolfes served as CFO at LRN Corporation. Founded in 1991, Munchkin, Inc. is a private company that creates innovative baby and toddler products across a broad range of categories. FlemingMartin is a retained executive search firm
JobS2Web Announces Latest Version of Recruitment Marketing Platform
Jobs2web, a provider of interactive recruiting solutions, has announced the release of version 3.0 of the company's Recruitment Marketing Platform. The Recruitment Marketing Platform (RMP) is Jobs2web's platform that helps recruiters measure and optimize their interactive recruitment marketing. Specifically devoted to improving how recruiting intelligence is used in talent acquisition, this release focuses on the
Boyden Selects Trina Gordon as New President and CEO
Boyden has selected Trina Gordon as the firm’s new president and chief executive officer. The firm’s board also elected Dr. Gerhard Raisig as chairman. The board’s decision further extends Ms. Gordon’s leadership of Boyden; most recently, Ms. Gordon has served as chairman of the Boyden World Corporation board and managing director of the firm’s Chicago
PrincetonOne Adds New Recruitment Specialists
PrincetonOne, a total recruitment services provider based in Skillman, NJ, has added eight new employees to its team staffing specialists. Rosina Ayala joins the company specializing in the accounting and finance industries. Ben DiPaolo joins PrincetonOne as a project coordinator in Cleveland; he specializes in recruiting for companies in the business services and manufacturing fields.
DHR Fills Board Position for ThermoGenesis
DHR International has placed Robin Stracey as a member of the board of directors at ThermoGenesis Corporation. Executive vice president, managing director and global life sciences practice leader John Baker led the search for DHR with assistance from J.L. Baker, principal, life sciences practice. Mr. Stracey currently serves as chairman, president and chief executive officer
IIC Partners Adds Salveson Stetson Group as Member Firm
IIC Partners has added Radnor, Philadelphia-based multi-specialty retained executive search firm Salveson Stetson Group (SSG) as its latest member, bringing the total number of offices to 53 in 37 countries including six in the U.S. Salveson Stetson Group was founded in 1996 by HR consultants John Salveson and Sally Stetson.
Payroll Solutions International Partners with ExactHire
Payroll Solutions International Inc. (PSI) has entered into a strategic partnership with ExactHire to provide applicant tracking software solutions to mid-sized organizations with employees in North America and Internationally. ExactHire's talent management software leverages technology to streamline traditional, manual talent acquisition and onboarding processes, making them paperless and more efficient. “This new strategic partnership strengthens
JBK Associates Expands with Office in Florida
Executive talent solutions firm JBK Associates has opened a new office in Phillips Point, West Palm Beach, FL to support the firm’s continued growth. The West Palm Beach office is the third office for JBK Associates, which is headquartered in Englewood, N.J., and has a satellite office in Atlanta. Founder, president and CEO Julie Kampf
