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Kingsley Gate Launches IGNYTE AI
Private equity-backed Kingsley Gate has launched IGNYTE AI, a solution that combines proprietary AI technology with decades of executive search expertise. “IGNYTE AI disrupts the old trade-off between quality and speed,” said JL Baker, who leads IGNYTE AI. “We’ve developed IGNYTE AI to challenge traditional recruiting by combining our proprietary native AI platform with decades of executive
How Boards Can Identify and Develop the Right CEO Successors
Few decisions carry as much weight—or long-term consequence—as choosing the next chief executive. The process demands both strategic foresight and deep insight into the evolving demands of leadership. As organizations navigate disruption, shifting stakeholder expectations, and accelerating transformation, boards must balance continuity with the vision and agility required for the future. Boards face a significant
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.
Calibre One Recruits CPO and Chief Technology and Information Officer for Production Resource Group
Calibre One has placed Jennifer Caserta as chief people officer and Joe Simon as chief technology and information officer at PRG (Production Resource Group) in New York City. “We are building PRG for a bigger future, and that means investing across every part of this business: our leadership, crews, talent development, and the equipment, technology and
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?
TRANSEARCH International Adds New Member Firm in Singapore
TRANSEARCH International has expanded in Singapore with the addition of The Executive Collective Asia as its newest member firm. Led by managing partner Angela Roche, the addition further strengths the organization’s executive search and leadership consulting capabilities across the Asia-Pacific region. “Singapore is strategically important to TRANSEARCH not only within Asia-Pacific, but to our global business,”
Beyond the Single AI Path: You Can Have It All
Executive search firms are moving beyond early experimentation with artificial intelligence and focusing more closely on how the technology can support different roles, workflows, and levels of adoption across their organizations. Rather than forcing every user into the same model, firms are increasingly looking for flexible approaches that can improve efficiency while preserving the judgment
Six Trends Driving Private Capital Hiring
Executive hiring across private capital is becoming more complex as firms rethink the leadership capabilities needed to compete in a changing investment environment. Search mandates are broadening beyond traditional dealmaking backgrounds as firms place greater value on operating expertise, technology fluency, capital formation, and experience navigating more difficult market cycles. For executive search firms serving
Shelli Herman and Associates Recruits President and CEO of Mystic Aquarium
Following an extensive national search, Los Angeles-based Shelli Herman and Associates has placed Rachel Metz as the new president and CEO of Mystic Aquarium. She will succeed Susette Tibus, who has led Mystic Aquarium since April 2023 and has been a recognized leading champion for the Aquarium for decades. “Rachel is an accomplished, thoughtful and inspiring leader whose experience
Academic Search Seeking Provost for James Madison University
Education-focused executive recruitment firm Academic Search has been selected by James Madison University to lead in its search for a new provost and senior vice president for academic affairs. Senior consultant Ann Die Hasselmo, consultant Christopher Butler, and associate consultant Kate Cusimano are leading the assignment. The school seeks an innovative and responsive leader to serve as its next provost and senior
ForceBrands Appoints Head of Executive Search
ForceBrands, a hiring and talent solutions partner for the consumer industry, has strengthened its executive search practice with the addition of Brian Waivada. He will lead the team and oversee the practice’s continued expansion. “This appointment builds on the strength and momentum of our executive search practice,” said Rob Ganjon, CEO of ForceBrands. “We’ve spent
Potential vs. Performance: Rethinking the Leadership Pipeline
Being a successful business leader has always been associated with a fast-paced management style, but today more than ever, leaders must constantly adapt and be prepared to navigate rapid change. Leadership roles across organizations of all types have become increasingly complex, requiring the ability to balance competing priorities at the same time. In this environment,
DHR Global Grows Sports Practice with Jobplex’s Acquisition of Ascension Sports Partners
Jobplex, the Chicago-based partner company of DHR Global, has acquired Ascension Sports Partners, an executive search and talent advisory firm specializing in sports, entertainment, and collegiate athletics. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Ascension founder and president Dan Rossetti joins Jobplex as a partner, working alongside DHR’s sports practice. “This acquisition marks an important expansion of
Russell Reynolds Associates Tapped by the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization to Lead CEO Search
Global leadership advisory firm Russell Reynolds Associates has been retained by the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) to lead in its search for a new president and chief executive officer. Andrew Kriegler, its inaugural president and CEO, has informed the board of directors that he will not be seeking a further term. The board has commenced the
The Moran Company Recruits CEO for The Arc of New Mexico
The Moran Company, an executive recruitment firm that specializes in the non-profit sector, has placed Tracie Fletcher as the new executive director of The Arc of New Mexico. Senior search consultant Bruce Scott led the assignment. “Tracie brings a 25-year track record of leadership in non-profit, government, and community organizations,” The Arc of New Mexico said in a
Solomon Page Launches AI Retained Executive Search Practice
New York City headquartered executive search firm Solomon Page has launched a retained executive search practice dedicated to artificial intelligence leadership. The practice is led by managing director Ryan Kellner. The practice partners with organizations in financial services, healthcare, life sciences, and venture-backed technology to place chief AI officers, heads of AI, heads of data science, and
Ema Raises $77 Million in Funding
Enterprise adoption of artificial intelligence is moving beyond experimentation as companies look for tools that can deliver measurable outcomes across core business functions. As organizations seek to automate more complex workflows in areas such as HR, IT, and finance, investors are increasingly backing platforms designed to operate at enterprise scale rather than remain stuck in
The Counteroffer Dilemma: What Candidates Need to Know Before Resigning
Landing the job offer of your dreams should be the culmination of a successful search process. But for many professionals, one of the most difficult parts comes after the offer is accepted: telling a current employer they are leaving. A recent report from The Bridger Group examines how companies respond when valued employees resign and
True Launches Boutique Search Practice for Venture-Backed Companies
Global executive talent platform True has launched True Venture Studios, a boutique executive search practice serving founders and venture-backed companies across AI infrastructure, HardTech, SpaceTech, DefenseTech, Fintech, healthcare, and life sciences, among others. “True Venture Studios is our way of reasserting our roots, giving founders a dedicated team that moves at their speed and fights for the
Vetted Solutions Recruits CEO for GO2 for Lung Cancer
Washington, D.C.-based Vetted Solutions has placed David Benson as the new CEO of GO2 for Lung Cancer. “David is an exceptional leader with a deep commitment to improving the lives of people affected by cancer,” said GO2 board president Rick Sherlock. “His collaborative leadership style, strategic vision, and ability to build meaningful partnerships make him the right
TalentRise Assists Grassroots Gardens of WNY with Executive Director Search
TalentRise has assisted in the recruitment of Megan Kelly as the new executive director of Grassroots Gardens of WNY. “We’re thrilled to announce Meg Kelly as the new executive director of Grassroots Gardens WNY,” the organization said. “Meg brings experience to our garden network from her work with the region’s business and entrepreneurship community, and enters
Private Equity Firms Rethink Executive Hiring for Future Growth
PE investors routinely underwrite businesses based on their future state. For example, an investment thesis may assume a restaurant company will double its unit count, accelerate franchising, expand geographically, complete acquisitions, improve margins, or become significantly more institutionalized during the hold period. Executive hiring, however, often remains anchored to the present, according to a new
ON Partners Recruits CFO for Fortera
Partners Josh Nathanson and Chris Clements along with principal Alexis Rohe of ON Partners have placed Albert Luu as the new CFO of cement manufacturer Fortera in San Jose, CA. “Fortera is at a stage where the work we’ve done to prove the technology now has to be matched by our ability to finance and execute at scale,”
BoardWalk Consulting Assists Downtown Atlanta with CEO Search
BoardWalk Consulting has recruited Kyle Waide as the new CEO of Downtown Atlanta Inc. (DAI) to lead in its search for a CEO. The search was led by Sam Pettway, Crystal Stephens, and Patti Kish. The search committee began its work in April of 2026 under the leadership of Egbert Perry, CEO, Integral Group; longtime member of CAP and
SearchWide Global Recruits President and CEO for Visit California
SearchWide Global has helped to recruit Julie Coker as the new president and CEO of Visit California. She succeeds longtime leader Caroline Beteta, who announced her retirement earlier this year. The assignment was led by Mike Gamble, chairman, CEO, and co-founder of SearchWide. The appointment is the culmination of a comprehensive global search conducted in partnership
JM Search Expands Search Team
JM Search, a senior-level talent provider serving private equity investors, portfolio companies, and Fortune 1000s, has expanded with the additions of Amber Shockey as partner within its legal practice and Curtis Walker as principal within its media & telecommunications team. “Continued private equity investment across legal services, legal-adjacent businesses, and professional sports is elevating the importance of
Interim or Executive Search? Choosing the Right Leadership Solution
Interim leadership has moved well beyond being a stopgap solution for unexpected vacancies. As organizations face greater complexity, faster strategic shifts, and mounting pressure to deliver results, boards and CEOs are increasingly turning to experienced interim leaders as a flexible way to maintain momentum and address critical business needs. For executive search firms, that shift
Funk Associates Assists the University of North Florida with the Recruitment of Eighth President
Funk Associates has assisted in the recruitment of Michael P. Shannon as the eighth president of the University of North Florida (UNF). Past president Moez Limayem stepped down from his position in early 2026. “Mike Shannon is the leader who can build on UNF’s strong momentum and continue to elevate the University’s incredible impact across our
DHR Global Recruits President of Business Operations for the Pittsburgh Penguins
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has placed Marcel Braithwaite as president of business operations for the Pittsburgh Penguins. This search was led by Mike Gagliardi and Glenn Sugiyama of DHR’s sports practice. “Marcel is going to be a transformational hire for one of the NHL’s premier teams,” said Mr. Sugiyama, managing partner of DHR’s sports practice. “I had the
Mercuri Urval Expands International Public and ESG Expert Practice
Stockholm, Sweden-based executive search firm Mercuri Urval (MU) has expanded with the addition of former Danish government minister Astrid Krag to its international public and ESG expert practice. “With Astrid’s extensive experience in international public affairs, strong commitment to ESG and sustainability, and deep understanding of life sciences, she brings a valuable combination of expertise and
ZRG Secures $120 Million in Funding
ZRG, a global talent advisory firm and portfolio company of RFE Investment Partners, has secured $120 million in debt financing from Main Street Capital Corporation and its affiliates. “This significant funding will bolster ZRG’s growth initiatives and enhance its ability to deliver innovative talent solutions to clients worldwide,” the firm said. “It is a great time to
Patino Associates Adds Executive Director
Patino Associates, an executive search firm specializing in the corporate communications, public affairs, investor relations and marketing functions, has added Jennifer Pennell as its executive director. She will also open the firm’s second office in San Diego. Ms. Pennell brings over a decade of experience served at Russell Reynolds Associates conducting senior level executive searches
JobMagic Creates New App for Facebook
Jobmagic, a social recruitment platform, has announced new features that allow both recruiters and companies to reach the maximum number of qualified candidates, establish an attractive employment brand, and fully leverage the viral features of social jobs on Facebook. Jobmagic's Social Media Optimization tools enable job postings to reach a large, targeted audience across Facebook
Hudson Highland Records 22 Percent Revenue Rise
Hudson Highland Group, Inc./(NASDAQ:HHGP) has posted third quarter 2011 revenues of $245.1 million, a increase of 22.3 percent from $200.4 million a year ago. The company posted net income of $3.4 million, or $0.11 per basic and diluted share, compared with a net loss of $1.9 million, or $0.06 per basic and diluted share, last
Buffkin Group Recruits Digital Media Executive to USA Today
Executive search firm The Buffkin Group has placed Dave Morgan as senior vice president of content & editor-in-chief for the USA Today Sports Digital Media Group. Mr. Morgan was previously the executive editor of Yahoo! North American Audience. The Buffkin Group is an executive search and consulting firm offering services in executive search, executive coaching,
Work&Partners Completes Search for LiquidHub
New York-based Work&Partners LLC has assisted in the recruitment of Stephen G. Racioppo to the LiquidHub strategic advisory board. Alan J. Work led the engagement. Mr. Racioppo is currently the chief revenue officer and member of the executive committee at Broadridge Financial Solutions. LiquidHub is a systems integration and technology consulting firm. Founded in 2002,
Glasford International Adds Member in Argentina
Glasford International has added Área Laboral as a partner firm in Argentina. Founded in 2000 and based in Buenos Aires, Área Laboral specializes in executive search, assessment and management training. The firm is led by Alejandro Bagnato and has particular expertise in the retail, automotive, pharmaceutical and business services sectors. Glasford now maintains a direct
Corbel Group Opens Doors
Financial services search firms Healy Hunt and Jared James have combined to create Corbel Group. Healy Hunt focuses on banking, legal and investment management while Jared James specializes in the global markets and advisory arena. Healy Hunt’s global trade & transaction banking practice through its existing joint venture with Exporta GTR, a global provider in
Monster Worldwide Posts 13.2 Percent Revenue Jump
Monster Worldwide, Inc./(NYSE:MWW) has posted revenues of $259 million for the third quarter ended September 30, 2011, a 13.2 percent gain compared with $228.8 million in the comparable quarter of 2010. The company posted a net income of $31.8 million or $0.26 per diluted share compared to a net loss of $5.8 million or ($0.05)
Simply Hired Supports Job Search for Veterans on NRD.gov
Simply Hired, a search engine for jobs and recruitment advertising network, has announced that it will support the job search function of the National Resource Directory's employment site, NRD.gov, by giving veterans access to more than 500,000 job listings from employers who have human resources policies in place that are favorable to former military personnel.
Work&partners Completes Search For Liquidhub
New York-based Work&Partners LLC has placed Scott Rompala as partner, management consulting services leader and corporate strategy officer for LiquidHub Inc. Mr. Rompala was formerly a managing partner at BlueLine and DataCatalyst and concurrently a partner at Knowledgent Group. Alan J. Work of Work&Partners led the search. LiquidHub is a systems integration and technology consulting
Diversified Search Adds to Healthcare Practice
Diversified Search has added Marie Savard, M.D. to the firm's Philadelphia office as a managing director in its healthcare practice. Dr. Savard is an internationally-recognized internal medicine physician and the author of three bestselling books on the subject of health and wellness. She is also is the former director of the Center for Women's Health
Recruiting Industry ‘Marginally Affected’ by Global Concerns
Third quarter data just released by the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) shows that despite economic turbulence and a quarter-on-quarter reduction in the number of new executive searches started (-8.1 percent), overall revenue levels have been sustained continuing the momentum of the past two years which has returned the industry close to its all
Fairfield Partners Recruits VP Talent Management at PAID
Fairfield Partners, a Norwalk, CT-based executive search firm specializing in technology and consumer products markets, has placed David Lory as vice president of talent management and client relations at PAID, Inc. Prior to PAID, Mr. Lory was the SVP of Artemis Records and the CEO of Worldwide Entertainment Group. PAID, Inc. is a Boston-based merchandising
Taleo Records Q3 Revenue Gain of 41 Percent
Taleo/(NASDAQ:TLEO), a provider of on demand talent management solutions, has posted third quarter 2011 revenues of $83 million, a 41 percent increase from $58.7 million during the same period a year ago. The company recorded a net loss per share of $(0.08), compared to net income per fully diluted share of $0.04 a year ago.
Monster Employment Index Europte Grows 14 Percent
The Monster Employment Index Europe, a monthly analysis of millions of online job opportunities culled from a large, representative selection of corporate career sites and job boards, posted year-over-year growth of 14 percent, with eased annual growth rates compared to August and September. Engineering continued to lead all industries by rate of annual growth and
Pedersen & Partners Names Country Manager for Cyprus
Executive search firm Pedersen & Partners has named Caterina Constandinou as country manager for Cyprus. In her new role, Ms. Constandinou will be responsible for client relationship management and execution of senior level recruitment assignments in Cyprus and across Pedersen & Partners’ organization. She has worked in the recruiting industry in Cyprus, the Middle East,
Monster Employment Index Up
The Monster Employment Index (MEI), a monthly analysis of millions of online job opportunities culled from a large, representative selection of corporate career sites and job boards, has recorded a positive annual growth trend at 11 percent in October, demonstrating improved overall online job availability compared to October 2010. The Index edged up in October
Cook Associates Recruits CIO for WellMark
Chicago-based Cook Associates Executive Search has placed Tim Peterson as executive vice president, chief information officer at Wellmark, Inc. The search was led by Kevin Parker. Mr. Peterson joins Wellmark from OptumHealth Care Solutions (a part of United Health Group) where he served as CIO. Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield is a mutual insurance
Tatum Expands in Western Region
Executive services firm Tatum LLC has added Kim Tagle as the regional managing partner for the firm’s Western Region (Northern California, Southern California and Pacific Northwest). Ms. Tagle brings over 20 years of business acumen and professional services experience to her new position. Prior to joining Tatum, she was an early founder of Resources Global
Kenexa Posts 38 Percent Revenue Gain
Kenexa Corporation/(NASDAQ:KNXA), a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has posted revenues of $55 million for the third quarter ended September 31, 2011, a 38 percent increase from revenues of $39.8 million a year ago. The revenue gain was largely due to the acquisition of Salary.com. Non-GAAP net income available to common shareholders,
Caldwell Partners Adds Scanlon to Media & Entertainment Practice
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has appointed Sean Scanlon as a partner and leader of the firm's media & entertainment practice. Prior to joining Caldwell Partners, Mr. Scanlon was a senior client partner in the media & entertainment practice at Korn/Ferry International. Before that, he served as president of SCG Executive Search,
Coker Group Adds to Executive Search Division
Coker Group has added Lee Perrett to its executive search division Nagle & Associates. Mr. Perrett brings over 25 years of experience in recruiting and search experience spanning a variety of industries in the U.S. and abroad. He spent more than 16 years with The Coca-Cola Company in a variety of headquarters and human resources
Morris & Berger Recruits CEO for California Wellness Foundation
Morris & Berger, a California-based firm with a specialty practice in the nonprofit sector, has placed Dr. Diana M. Bonta as president and chief executive officer of The California Wellness Foundation. Dr. Bonta is currently vice president of public affairs for Kaiser Permanente's Southern California Region. The California Wellness Foundation is a private independent foundation
Kforce Posts 5.5 Percent Revenue Gain
Kforce Inc./(NASDAQ:KFRC), a provider of professional staffing services and solutions, has posted revenues of $289 million for the third quarter ended June 30, 2011, an increase of 5.5 percent from $259.5 million a year ago. Net income and EPS for the quarter increased 31.1 percent and 37.5 percent, respectively, versus the third quarter of 2010,
SuccessFactors Assists Lancaster Landmark Hotel Group
The Lancaster Landmark Hotel Group has deployed a competency framework using SuccessFactors, Inc., a provider of on-demand employee performance and talent management solutions, to identify hospitality talent and improve employee recruitment, retention, and engagement. The Lancaster Landmark Hotel specializes in the four and five star sector of the hotel market. Will Newbigging, director of organizational
The Buller Group Adds VP of Strategic Client Solutions
The Buller Group, a human capital services and recruiting firm, has added David Peirce as vice president of strategic client solutions. Mr. Peirce is a business leader and program management professional with over 20 years of experience in the information technology sector. He has held leadership positions with several technology and professional services firms. “We
Monster and Ogden Newspapers Partner
Monster and Ogden Newspapers, Inc., have formed a strategic partnership and launch of co-branded Web sites to offer combined online and print services via Ogden Newspapers' family of 39 local newspapers across 12 states. The alliance integrates Monster.com's solutions into Ogden Newspapers' websites, delivering a complete job-search and recruitment experience to local audiences. The co-branded
Allen Austin to Lead Sales Search for HP Hood
Allen Austin Global Executive Search has been selected by HP Hood to begin a search for a new director of sales. Hood is a large dairy processor and marketer, distributing dairy products throughout the United States. Allen Austin is a privately owned Houston-based executive search and consulting firm with 22 partners in 10 U.S. locations
Kronos and Saba Form Cross Selling Relationship
Kronos Incorporated and Saba, a provider of human capital management (HCM) solutions, have announced that they have formed a cross-selling relationship to offer joint customers a unique solution to support the full employee lifecycle for organizations with large, hourly workforces in industries such as retail, life sciences, manufacturing, and public sector. The non-exclusive cross-selling relationship
DHR Expands Beijing Office
DHR International has added Michael Gralapp as executive vice president in the firm’s Beijing office. Mr. Gralapp has placed senior executive candidates in industrial, renewable energy, consumer products, IT, automotive and government relations sectors. He previously served as a search director for Stanton Chase International. Founded in 1989, DHR International is headquartered in Chicago and
GulfBankers Executive Search Names Country Manager in Egypt
Gulfbankers Executive Search has named Linda Balboul as country manager for Egypt. Ms. Balboul will be based in Cairo and focus on the Gulf, Middle East and North Africa regions. Ms. Balboul has experience as a banker, business development and sales management executive, and most recently served as a project section head at Banque Misr
