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Korn Ferry Posts Flat Fiscal Year-End Revenues
Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) has posted 2025 fiscal year-end revenues of $2.7 billion, a slight rise from the prior year. The increase was primarily driven by an increase in the number of engagements billed and an increase in weighted-average fee billed per engagement. The firm experienced fee revenue growth in North America, EMEA and APAC regions. Korn
The Tolan Group Fills Senior Positions for Holding Hands, Duly Health and Care, and Anodyne
The Tolan Group (TTG) recently assisted in the recruitment of Matt Niebuhr as the new CFO of Holding Hands, Inc., Monu Kalsi as SVP of marketing for Duly Health and Care, and Sean Inglis as VP of sales at Anodyne. With over 25 years of experience, Mr. Niebuhr previously served as CFO at Frontline Dental, where he
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
7 Talent Trends for 2024 and Beyond
Executive recruiters are hoping that 2024 becomes a landmark year in the continuing redefinition of talent – human, artificial, C-suite, board, mid-level, high-potential, and front line. And it is changing so fast: if you blink, you can miss a trend that can significantly impact your business. As a boutique, global executive search firm dedicated to
The Judge Group Names Head of Human Capital Management Division
The Judge Group, a provider recruiting services, has appointed Sanjay Shah as president of the firm's new human capital management solutions division. Mr. Shah has held positions in information technology and procurement for over 15 years, and also helped to build an off-shore quality assurance team in his previous role at a human resource services
3P Consultants Completes Search for DSM
Executive search firm 3P Consultants Pvt. Ltd has recruited Puneet Kumar as director of corporate affairs for DSM. Mr. Kumar joins DSM from Wipro where he served as general manager of corporate affairs. DSM is a $9 billion Global Life Sciences and Material Sciences company. 3P Consultants Pvt. Ltd, a member of the Association of
Pilat HR Solutions Acquires ITCOM Informational Systems
Pilat HR Solutions, a provider of human capital management technology and professional services, has acquired ITCOM Information Systems, Ltd., an Israel-based information systems consulting, accompaniment and implementation company. Terms and conditions of the deal were not disclosed. With this acquisition, the firm expands its human capital management offerings to provide employers with customer relationship management
Workday Selected by Thomson Reuters
Workday, Inc. has announced that Thomson Reuters will use Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) and Payroll for worker data in more than 100 countries. Additionally, Workday will provide an intuitive interface, unified HCM and Payroll for local and global workforce management, real-time workforce visibility, and the ability to conduct HR-related tasks and workforce analytics from
Heidrick & Struggles Selects New CFO
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has named Richard W. Pehlke as executive vice president and chief financial officer. "As we continue to bring our leadership advisory platform to life in the marketplace, Rich will be an instrumental part of our executive team in positioning Heidrick & Struggles for the next phase of
McGregor Boyall Creates New Insurance Financial Services Practice
Executive recruiter McGregor Boyall has launched a new insurance and financial services practice and assigned Paul Byrne as its head. Mr. Byrne will head up a new team focusing on senior to mid-level IT and business change roles within the insurance and retail financial services sector. “We’re supporting a number of large business change and
HRsmart Grows Middle East Team
HRsmart International, a global talent management software company, has added Wissam Charaf to its Middle Eastern team. Mr. Charaf will assume the role of regional sales manager for HRsmart in the Gulf Region and the Middle East. Prior to joining HRsmart, he handled challenging sales roles across the Middle East, Europe, and Africa. He started
B.E. Smith Places CFO at Great Plains Medical Center
Executive recruiting firm B.E. Smith has placed Krystal Claymore as chief financial officer of Great Plains Regional Medical Center. Ms. Claymore is a seasoned healthcare executive with over 11 years of senior leadership experience. Great Plains is a full-service medical center that offers inpatient and outpatient services in more than 25 medical specialties. Founded in
Saba Adds Country Manager in India
Saba, a provider of human capital management (HCM) solutions, has added Jayesh Thakkar as country manager for India. He will join Saba's Asia Pacific management team and lead efforts to continue to capture emerging growth opportunities throughout the Indian region. Mr. Thakkar has 22 years of experience in the IT industry with diverse professional experience
Greenwich Harbor Partners Places CTO at LIN Media
Greenwich Harbor Partners has placed Brett Jenkins as chief technology officer for LIN Media. Mr. Jenkins came from ION Media Networks where he was vice president of technology. Carrie Pryor, managing partner of Greenwich Harbor Partners, led the search. LIN Media, along with its subsidiaries, is a local multimedia company that owns, operates or services
Russell Reynolds Associates Adds Executive Director
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has named Annika Tycer as executive director in the industrial/natural resources and corporate officers sectors. Ms. Tycer will be based out of Houston, Texas. She previously served as a development manager at McKinsey & Company. With 39 offices and more than 300 executive search professionals, Russell
eQuest Partners with National Healthcare Career Network
eQuest, a job posting distribution and job posting management provider, has partnered with the National Healthcare Career Network. Launched in 2008, the NHCN offers employers one-click access to over 2 million professional members in 13 healthcare specialties. John Bell, managing partner of the National Healthcare Career Network, said: “We are very excited about integrating with
Ultimate Software Posts 17 Percent Revenue Gain
Ultimate Software/(NASDAQ:ULTI), a provider of HR, payroll, and talent management solutions, has posted second quarter revenues of $64.2 million, a 17 percent gain from revenues of $54.7 million a year ago. GAAP net income from continuing operations for the second quarter of 2011 was $0.9 million, or $0.03 per diluted share, versus GAAP net income
Spencer Ogden Opens New Office in Houston
Recruiting firm Spencer Ogden has opened an office in Houston, Texas. The new office will recruit for the local oil and gas industry as well as the developing renewables and nuclear markets, and will be headed by Edward Ogden, who has been with the agency since its launch in January 2010. Five new recruiters from
Heidrick & Struggles Adds to Consumer and Technology Practices
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has added Kathy Vrabeck as partner within the firm’s consumer and technology practices. She will be based out of Los Angeles. Ms. Vrabeck comes to Heidrick & Struggles from Legendary Pictures where she served as president, legendary digital, and was responsible for the creation, management and delivery
Lonergan Partners Places CFO at Synthetic Genomics
Executive search firm Lonergan Partners has recruited Joseph Mahler as chief financial officer of Synthetic Genomics. The search was led by Dotty Schaffer. Mr. Mahler previously served as VP and CFO of FuelCell Energy. “Joe’s breadth of knowledge, passion and public company experience will be an asset to SGI in this dynamic growth period. We
Cornerstone OnDemand Records 64 Percent Q2 Revenue Increase
Talent management software provider Cornerstone OnDemand Inc. has posted gross revenue for the second quarter of 2011 of $17.4 million, representing a 64 percent year-over-year increase compared to the same period in 2010. Bookings, which the company defines as gross revenue plus change in deferred revenue, was $20.9 million for the second quarter, representing a
PDS Partners with Halogen Software
PDS, a developer of human resource, benefits, recruiting and payroll systems, has partnered with Halogen Software, a provider of talent management solutions. Through this relationship, PDS will be able to offer its customers a comprehensive performance management solution that complements its Vista HRMS. “Our focus is on HR, payroll, benefits, and recruiting solutions,” said George
CTPartners Post 11 Percent Revenue Increase
CTPartners Executive Search Inc./(NYSE:CTP) posted second quarter 2011 net revenue of $33.1 million, an 11 percent increase from $29.8 million a year ago. The net revenue growth was the result of an increase in the number of search assignments and the number of executive search consultants employed. There were 287 confirmed searches in the second
IRC Adds Poland-Based HRK
IRC Global Executive Search Partners (IRC) has added Poland-based HRK as its new member firm. “IRC clients increasingly have executive talent needs in Eastern Europe,” said Sylvia MacArthur, president of the IRC Executive Board. “HRK’s experience in the Polish market provides additional European resources for all IRC member firms – providing our clients with expanded
ChampionScott Partners Finds Chief Technology Officer for Ascend Learning
Executive search firm ChampionScott Partners has placed Steven Buege as executive vice president of operations and chief technology officer at Ascend Learning. Mr. Buege most recently he served as president and CEO of Elite. Ascend Learning is a leading provider of career-oriented educational content focused on training and testing. ChampionScott Partners is an executive search
The Buffkin Group Joins Panorama
Executive search firm The Buffkin Group has joined Panorama, an international group of independent search firms. “We are delighted to be welcoming Craig Buffkin and his colleagues to join us in Panorama. The Buffkin Group has an excellent team and recognised reputation for quality,” said Stephen Bampfylde, chairman of Panorama. “With their “inch wide and
Randstad Acquires SFN Group
Randstad has acquired SFN Group through a cash tender offer. As a result of the acquisition, Randstad doubles its presence in the U.S. and reinforcing its leading position in Canada. In North America, the combination will have revenues of $4.6 billion (pro forma, LTM March 31, 2011) of which 39 percent in professionals, 52 percent
Sockwell Partners Appoints New Director
Executive search firm Sockwell Partners has appointed Adam Elmore as a new director. Mr. Elmore has experience in a variety of industries including manufacturing, distribution, financial services, public accounting, wealth management and utilities. Most recently, he served as managing director at Stroker, Jones & Associates. Sockwell Partners specializes in finding C-level executives and their direct
Angott Search Group Adds to Banking and Financial Services Practice
Angott Search Group has added Dawn Swinford as a search consultant in its banking and financial services practice. Mr. Swinford, a seasoned commercial and private banker, spent the last seven years at Regions Bank and Fifth Third Bank. “We are extremely excited to have someone of Dawn’s caliber join our team,” exclaimed Mark Angott. “Her
Trilogy Places Executive Director at Edsource
Burlingame, CA-based retained executive search firm Trilogy Search Non+Profit has recruited Louis Freedberg as executive director of EdSource. Chuck Pappalardo handled the assignment on behalf of Trilogy. Most recently, Mr. Freedberg was the founding director and senior education reporter at California Watch, a pioneering nonprofit journalism venture. EdSource is a nonprofit research, policy, and communications
Adecco Acquires Drake Beam Morin
Swiss-based HR solutions company Adecco has acquired U.S.-based Drake Beam Morin, Inc., a provider in the career transition and talent development services sector, for an enterprise value of EUR 149 million. The acquisition expands the global footprint of Lee Hecht Harrison beyond its main markets, the U.S. and France, into new geographies, and enhances its
Dice Posts 50 Percent Revenue Gain
Dice Holdings, Inc./(NYSE:DHX), a career website for technology and engineering professionals, has recorded revenues of $44.9 million, an increase of 50 percent from $29.9 million in the comparable quarter of 2010. The acquisitions of Rigzone and WorldwideWorker contributed revenues of $4.2 million during the quarter. Net income for the quarter grew 110 percent to $7.7
SpenglerFox Launches SME Board Solutions Practice
Executive search firm SpenglerFox has launched a new ‘SME board solutions practice’ which provides support and training to directors and board members. The new practice will be lead by Jacques de Jager, an experienced and seasoned financial services professional with a track record of over 20 years in international banking. He will be supported by
IIC Partners Adds Philadelphia-Based Salveson Stetson Group
IIC Partners has added Philadelphia-based Salveson Stetson Group as its latest member, bringing the retained organization's total number of offices to 53 in 37 countries globally, and now six in the U.S. Salveson Stetson Group, established in 1996 by John Salveson and Sally Stetson, has managed searches for leading organizations including major corporations, smaller privately-held
DHR Acquires MAC & Associates
DHR International has acquired MAC & Associates, Inc., one of the leading executive search firms in Dallas/Fort Worth. The firm is highly regarded for its expertise in the venture capital & private equity, public accounting, and management consulting spaces. John McSpadden, Founder and CEO of MAC & Associates, joins DHR as managing director of the
