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Academic Career & Executive Search Tapped by the Cleveland Institute of Art to Recruit CFO
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) has been retained by the Cleveland Institute of Art (CIA) to lead in its search for a new vice president for business affairs and CFO. Jennifer Muller, managing partner, is leading the search. Reporting to the president and CEO, the CFO provides strategic oversight of all financial operations, including the
Friisberg & Partners International Opens New Office in Istanbul
Fribourg, Switzerland-headquartered Friisberg & Partners International has opened a new office in Istanbul, Turkey. “We’re thrilled to announce the opening of our Friisberg & Partners International office in Istanbul,” Friisberg & Partners said in a LinkedIn post. “As the Bosphorus bridge spans continents, so do our international offices of executive search experts. With immeasurable knowledge and experience across
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.
Why Human Judgment Will Matter More in the Age of AI
AI will accomplish extraordinary things—but it will also tempt us to mistake output for humanity. It has the potential to boost productivity, reduce costs, accelerate insight and innovation, and, when used thoughtfully, even deepen our self-awareness. As AI agents and systems become increasingly capable of showing reasoning, empathy, and elements of judgment, many people will
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?
The Tolan Group Recruits VP of Payor Strategy at CCRM Fertility
The Tolan Group (TTG) has placed Marianne Fanning as vice president of payor strategy at CCRM Fertility, bringing extensive experience in managed care strategy, payor relations, and reimbursement optimization. Ms. Fanning’s appointment reflects CCRM Fertility’s continued investment in expanding patient access, strengthening payor partnerships, and supporting the organization’s long-term growth strategy. Prior to joining CCRM Fertility,
Kaye/Bassman Names Leader of North Division, Construction and Real Estate Practice
Plano, TX-based executive search firm Kaye/Bassman International (KBIC), a Starfish Partners company, has named Lee Martin as managing director and practice leader of the north division within its construction and real estate practice. In this expanded leadership role, he will lead the continued growth of the firm’s commercial real estate, building construction, and construction technology practices across the northern United States, further advancing KBIC’s integrated
How Executive Search Is Evolving Alongside Private Equity
With private equity firms placing greater emphasis on operational execution and long-term value creation, expectations around leadership strategy are rapidly evolving. Search firms are increasingly being asked to move beyond traditional recruiting models and serve as broader talent advisors aligned with investment outcomes. In this environment, the distinction between transactional hiring and strategic partnership is
DSG | Koya Retained by Gilda’s Club Chicago for CEO Search
DSG | Koya has been tapped by Gilda’s Club Chicago to lead in its search for a new CEO. The search is being led by Cheryl Stevens and Claire Hunt. The next CEO will have the chance to build on Gilda’s Club Chicago’s strong foundation while leaving a lasting mark—expanding its reach, deepening community and healthcare
June Hiring Cools While Unemployment Holds at 4.2 Percent
Employment increased by 57,000 in June as the U.S. unemployment rate stood at 4.2 percent, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. The number of unemployed people, at 7.1 million, changed little in June. Employment continued to trend up in professional and business services, social assistance, and healthcare. Leisure and hospitality lost jobs. The
Bell Oaks Executive Search Seeking Chief Finance and Administrative Officer for the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation
Atlanta-based Bell Oaks Executive Search is currently seeking a chief finance and administrative officer (CFAO) for the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation (WRF). The assignment is being led by partner Cynthia J. Moreland and senior search consultant Abi Gamino. The CFAO will serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and a key member of the executive
Leadership Advisory Enters a New Capital Cycle
Private capital is making one of its strongest moves yet into the leadership advisory sector. Recent investments by KKR in ghSMART and Advent International in Heidrick & Struggles represent more than headline transactions. Together, they signal a growing conviction among investors that leadership advisory firms occupy a unique position within the modern enterprise, helping organizations navigate leadership succession, organizational effectiveness, talent assessment, and
Crist|Kolder Places CFO at Mondelēz International
Crist|Kolder Associates has placed Amit Banati as executive vice president and chief financial officer of NASDAQ-traded Mondelēz International in Chicago. He will report directly to Dirk Van de Put, chair and CEO, and will be a member of the Mondelēz International leadership team. “Amit is a highly experienced CFO who brings a strong blend of financial leadership
Why Searches Lose Discipline Late and How to Prevent It
Even well-run executive searches can lose focus as the process unfolds and pressure to reach a decision begins to mount. Without consistent alignment around the original mandate, organizations risk making compromises that can undermine long-term leadership success. Most executive searches start with real clarity, a recent report from Nashville, TN-based executive search firm Morgan Samuels Company’s
NPAG Assists Proteus Fund with CEO Search
Executive search firm NPAG has assisted in the recruitment of Amardeep Singh the new president and CEO of Proteus Fund and Proteus Action League. He will officially assume the role in September. The Proteus Fund board of directors selected Mr. Singh following a rigorous national search supported by NPAG. The search was led by Ellen LaPointe, Ebony Breaux-Liang, and Andres Marcuse-Gonzalez. “On
Bullhorn Names Chief Innovation and Labs Officer and Chief Corporate Development Officer
Recruiting software provider Bullhorn recently appointed Jason Heilman as chief innovation and labs officer and Ryan Murphy as chief corporate development officer. As members of the executive leadership team, they will help drive the company’s next wave of growth and innovation. Mr. Heilman joined Bullhorn in 2020 when the company acquired Herefish, the automation platform he led
5 Ways to Evaluate a Job Offer in 2026
In today’s hiring market, the strongest job offer isn’t always the one with the biggest paycheck. Candidates who treat their next move as a base-salary math problem usually leave real money behind, according to a recent report from Lyneer Search Group, an executive talent acquisition firm specializing in finance and executive roles. The smarter approach, and the
McDermott + Bull Recruits Chief Technology Officer for JenaValve Technology
Irvine, CA-based McDermott + Bull has placed Edward Sarnowski as chief technology officer of JenaValve Technology, Inc. in Irvine, CA. The search was completed by partner Ken Dropiewski, and executive recruiter Michael Matranga. “Ed’s appointment marks an important step in the evolution of JenaValve as a company,” said John Kilcoyne, CEO of JenaValve. “With FDA approval now behind us and
JDG Associates Retained by the Institute for Defense Analyses for General Counsel Search
Rockville, MD-based executive search firm JDG Associates has been retained by the Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) to lead its search for a general counsel based in Alexandria, VA. Reporting directly to the president and CEO, the general counsel serves as IDA’s chief legal officer and secretary of the Corporation, with responsibility spanning legal counsel and
Korn Ferry to Acquire AMS in $1.1 Billion Talent Solutions Deal
Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) has entered into a definitive agreement with OMERS Private Equity to acquire U.K.-headquartered AMS. The transaction will combine Korn Ferry’s expertise across search, talent & organizational solutions, and workforce solutions with AMS’s expertise in recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), early careers and campus recruiting, contingent workforce solutions, consulting, and skills creation. The combination will
CarterBaldwin Assists Ideal Tridon Group with Chief Information Officer Search
CarterBaldwin Executive Search has helped to recruit Shane Dacus as chief information officer of Ideal Tridon Group, a portfolio company of Nautic Partners and global provider of engineered clamps, brackets, fittings, and metal framing systems. Mr. Dacus brings more than 25 years of technology leadership across industrial, manufacturing, and PE-backed platforms, with a consistent record of elevating IT
Lindauer Recruits CEO for Penn State Alumni Association
Lindauer has placed Reggie Bustinza as associate vice president for alumni relations and chief executive officer of the Penn State Alumni Association. He was selected after a nationwide search to succeed Paul Clifford, who departed Penn State in January 2025. The search was led by Lindauer executive vice president Faith Montgomery and senior consultant Raegan Harvey in partnership with Penn State. “Lindauer
Why M&A Success Is Ultimately a Talent Challenge
In its latest market intelligence findings, The Role of HR in M&A: 5 Golden Rules for CHROs, Spencer Stuart argues that many transactions fail not because of flawed strategy, but because of shortcomings in leadership, culture, talent retention, and organizational execution. While financial and operational diligence often dominate deal planning, the firm’s research suggests that people-related
Greenwood Asher & Associates Leading Chief Marketing Officer Search for the College of Charleston
Miramar Beach, FL-based executive recruitment firm Greenwood Asher & Associates (GA&A) is currently seeking a chief marketing officer and vice president for marketing and communications for the College of Charleston. Kyle Pybus-Jerome and Jeremy Duff are leading the assignment. The College of Charleston seeks a strategic and innovative marketing executive to lead an integrated marketing and communications enterprise that
EMA Partners India Acquires Recruitment Process Outsourcing Services Provider Taggd
Executive search and leadership recruitment platform EMA Partners India has acquired recruitment process outsourcing services provider Taggd in an all-cash deal valued at Rs 113 crore. The all-cash acquisition aims to create an integrated talent recruitment platform offering executive search, professional search and AI-powered recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) solutions at scale. Taggd will continue to
NGS Global Expands in London
Wilmington, DE-headquartered executive search firm NGS Global has expanded with the additions of Daniel Yeates and George Balfour as managing directors in London. “Daniel and George are accomplished executive search professionals with deep expertise in the technology and digital sectors,” said David Nosal, chairman and managing partner. “They each bring outstanding client and candidate relationships built over decades
Leadership Challenges Intensify as Organizations Confront AI, Talent, and Economic Uncertainty
Organizations are operating in an increasingly complex environment where economic uncertainty, workforce challenges, AI adoption, and digital transformation are converging to reshape leadership priorities. Kestria’s second annual global leadership survey builds on the themes that emerged in last year’s research; highlighting how rapidly the leadership landscape continues to evolve. Based on responses from more than
Riviera Partners Acquires Lateral Labs
San Francisco-based Riviera Partners, a recruitment provider specializing in C-level engineering, product, and design leader placements, has acquired Lateral Labs, a specialized recruiting firm serving top AI startups. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. “The acquisition comes as companies remain challenged to meet the demand of organizational AI readiness,” the firm said. “Adding Lateral Labs positions Riviera Partners
Marovi Assists Congruex with CFO Search
Working in partnership with Atlanta-GA-based Marovi, Congruex, a provider of digital infrastructure engineering and construction services, appointed Jim Stanley as CFO. He reports to Congruex’s co-founder, president, and CEO, Kevin O’Hara. The appointment comes amid strong and sustained growth at Congruex as it plans to continue to capitalize on macro tailwinds, including AI and data center
Brettschneider Executive Search Seeking Inaugural SVP of Advancement for Wilmington University
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been retained by Wilmington University (WilmU) to lead in its search for an inaugural senior vice president of advancement to lead the University’s next phase of philanthropic growth. Reporting to WilmU president LaVerne Harmon, the SVP will partner closely with the president, board and University leaders to advance the University’s strategic
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
Polachi Adds New Partner
Polachi Inc., a provider of access executive search services to technology, clean technology, private equity and venture capital companies, has appointed Paul Moran as a partner. Mr. Moran, who will be based in the Framingham, Massachusetts office, specializes in executive level assignments in the high-technology industry. He has successfully completed numerous searches in sales, marketing,
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
