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Boyden Recruits CEO for Sonic Healthcare Limited
Boyden has assisted in the recruitment of Jim Newcombe as managing director and CEO of Sonic Healthcare Limited. Current CEO Colin Goldschmidt recently announced his retirement. “We are delighted that Dr. Jim Newcombe will succeed Dr. Colin Goldschmidt in leading Sonic Healthcare, preserving its unique medical leadership culture while embracing the transformational changes in healthcare which Sonic
Furst Group Assists CommonSpirit Health with CFO Search
Executive recruitment firm Furst Group, which serves the healthcare and insurance industries, has assisted in the recruitment of Michael P. Browning as system senior executive vice president and chief financial officer of CommonSpirit Health in Chicago. He will succeed Daniel Morissette, who is retiring after nearly a decade of distinguished service. “We are thrilled to welcome Michael
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.
Slayton Search Partners Grows Consumer Practice
Slayton Search Partners has expanded with the addition of Karen Ouchterloney as vice president and managing principal in the firm’s consumer practice. “We are pleased to welcome Karen to Slayton Search Partners,” said Richard Slayton, CEO and managing partner. “Her combination of firsthand operating experience with leading consumer brands and more than 13 years advising clients
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 Adds New Member Firm in Poland
Executive search consultants are seeing an increase in hiring mandates from around the world. To meet demand, they continue to develop new practices, hire new recruiters, and open new locations. Global recruiting consortiums, meanwhile, are taking advantage of a resurgence in certain geographic areas. TRANSEARCH International has added GP Executive as a member firm in
Consulting Partner Compensation Strengthens as AI and Private Equity Reshape the Market
The North American consulting market is showing signs of renewed strength, with improving revenue performance and resilient partner compensation. A new report from The Barton Partnership examines how compensation, ownership structures, and career expectations are evolving as consulting firms navigate shifting business models and growing private equity investment. The findings also point to mounting concerns
The Old Math Is Broken: Rethinking Growth, Headcount and Margins in the AI Era
The traditional growth model for executive search firms is undergoing a significant shift as artificial intelligence reshapes how recruiting businesses operate. For years, expansion meant adding more clients, mandates, recruiters, and overhead. Today, AI is creating opportunities to increase productivity, improve margins, and grow revenue without expanding headcount at the same pace. These advances are
Preng & Associates Recruits Chief Construction Officer for Pacifico Energy
Houston-based Preng & Associates has placed Ronald Hall as chief construction officer at Pacifico Energy, a global energy infrastructure developer specializing in power generation and customized energy solutions for commercial, industrial, and data center customers. The appointment comes at a pivotal time for Pacifico Energy as the company advances major power generation developments to meet
Potrero Group Currently Seeking Executive Director for The Pisgah Conservancy
San Francisco-based leadership consulting and search firm Potrero Group is currently leading the executive director search for The Pisgah Conservancy. Senior consultant Jena Kuznik is leading the assignment. The executive director serves as TPC’s chief executive and is the primary steward of its mission, culture, and long-term vision. This is an opportunity to lead a respected conservation organization
Charles Aris Appoints Senior Practice Leader
Greensboro, NC-based executive search firm Charles Aris Executive Search has expanded with the recent addition of Scott Kennedy as senior practice leader. He will lead CFO and senior finance executive searches for growth-oriented and sponsor-backed companies, with a particular focus on software, technology and TMT. Over more than a decade in executive search, Mr. Kennedy has worked on
Talent Alignment: Why Human Capital Must Be Central to Business Strategy
While growth is expected to strengthen a business, many organizations eventually reach a point where the opposite appears to be true. Decision-making slows, accountability becomes less defined, and initiatives begin to lose momentum. Leaders begin wondering whether they need different people, a recent report from Ascentria Search Partners explained. Sometimes they do, but not always. But
Isaacson, Miller Recruits 17th President for Virginia Tech
Boston-based Isaacson, Miller has assisted in the recruitment of Richard Linton as the 17th president of Virginia Tech. He succeeds Tim Sands, who announced his resignation in April. Greg Esposito and Julie Filizetti led the search with Kristen Andersen, Raul Bernal, Victoria Castillo, and Gabrielle Nayar. “Virginia Tech is poised to make a generational leap as a
NU Advisory Partners Recruits Chief Marketing Officer for Paula’s Choice
NU Advisory Partners has placed Sheila Shekar Pollak as chief marketing officer of Paula’s Choice. The search was led by Libby Naumes, Penina Remler, and Kelsey Kelly. Ms. Shekar Pollak brings more than 20 years of marketing and brand leadership experience across consumer, beauty, apparel, and outdoor brands. Most recently, she served as chief marketing officer
Modern Executive Solutions Names New Leader to Drive M1 Technology Community Expansion
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Joan Rohs as senior partner, M1 Technology Community. “We’re building an integrated network that connects exceptional leaders, brings together the right expertise, and helps prepare executives for a world being reshaped by AI,” said Mark Oppenheimer, CEO of Modern Executive Solutions. “Joan brings an extraordinary
StevenDouglas Expands HR Practice
StevenDouglas recently expanded with the addition of Brittney Molitor as a director, human resources search. “Brittney takes a highly consultative approach to search, focusing on both the capabilities required for a role and the cultural alignment needed for long-term success,” StevenDouglas said in a LinkedIn post. “She is passionate about building genuine relationships with clients
Insight Partners Launches Empower to Prepare CIOs for Board Roles
AI and software investor Insight Partners has launched Empower, a program that helps Global 2000 CIOs plan and prepare for board seats, startup advisory positions and other portfolio-career paths while they are still in their operating roles. Empower launches with 10 delivery partners, including Diligent, Heidrick & Struggles, Riviera Partners, and Global Mentors Group, and has
Brettschneider Executive Search Tapped by William Paterson University to Find Next Provost
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been retained by William Paterson University (WP) to lead in its search for a provost and senior vice president for academic affairs. Reporting to president Richard J. Helldobler, the provost will serve as chief academic officer and as a visible, collaborative partner to the president, cabinet, deans, and faculty governance bodies.
Klein Hersh Recruits President and CEO for Shenandoah Therapeutics
Klein Hersh, a search firm focused on the life sciences and healthcare industries, has placed Steve Worland as president, CEO and a member of the board of directors at Shenandoah Therapeutics. Co-founder and founding CEO Isabella Graef, has transitioned to chief scientific officer and will continue to lead Shenandoah’s scientific strategy. “I’m delighted to welcome
Harris Search Associates Seeking Research Leader for Texas A&M Semiconductor Institute
Harris Search Associates is currently seeking the inaugural director of research for Texas A&M Semiconductor Institute (TSI). Jeffrey Harris and Richard Skinner are leading the assignment. Working in close partnership with the TSI Director and other Institute leaders, the director of research serves as a catalyst to refine and evolve the TSI’s research strategy, focused on large-scale academic-industry-government private
BarkerGilmore Names Senior Director
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, recently expanded with the addition of Jesus Meraz as senior director. He brings a unique combination of leadership experience, legal training, and strategic business insight to the firm’s executive search practice. His career has been defined by helping organizations identify, attract, and develop
Revenge Quitting Creates New Challenges for Recruiters
You spend weeks helping a team find the right person. A few months later, that same role lands back on your desk because the employee has resigned. Now the position is urgent, the hiring manager wants a replacement right away, and the pressure is coming from every direction. When exits like this occur at particularly
Peña Search Seeking Chief Strategy Officer for Housing Forward
Peña Search was recently retained by Housing Forward to lead in its hunt for a chief strategy officer. Travis Hillier is leading the assignment. Reporting to the president and CEO, the chief strategy officer will serve as Housing Forward’s chief strategist and a member of the executive leadership team. The CSO will oversee the teams
Nexus Search Partners Recruits CEO for Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region
Nexus Search Partners, an executive search and advisory firm in Charlotte, NC, has assisted in the recruitment of Bryant Owens as the new CEO of Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region. He will succeed Laura Belcher, who has served the organization with distinction for more than 12 years. Owens will become the sixth CEO
Charles Aris Launches Interim Search Business
Organizations are increasingly turning to flexible leadership solutions to navigate periods of change, execute strategic initiatives and drive value creation, especially in private equity. In response to this growing demand, Greensboro, NC-based executive search firm Charles Aris Executive Search has launched Charles Aris Interim Solutions, a new division dedicated to connecting organizations with experienced independent talent for interim
Taurean Establishes Investment Search Practice
Taurean recently launched an investment search practice with the addition of Paige Ware as principal in Los Angeles. The practice serves private markets firms across asset classes. “We help these firms shape and build their capital raising and investor relations, origination, and deal teams, and place corporate development leaders into their portfolio companies,” Taurean said in a
The Chief Commercial Officer: Driving Private Equity Value Creation
As private equity firms place greater emphasis on organic growth, commercial leadership is taking on a more central role in value creation. The chief commercial officer (CCO) has become one of the most important post-acquisition hires for private equity sponsors, according to a recent report from Spencer Stuart’s Dave Vidor. As extended hold periods and
The Tolan Group Recruits CEO for U.S. Mobile Health Exams
The Tolan Group (TTG) has placed Eric Hepburn as CEO at U.S. Mobile Health Exams (USMHE) in Jacksonville, FL. He brings more than 30 years of experience in executive leadership, business operations, strategic growth, and organizational transformation. Mr. Hepburn’s appointment brings USMHE an experienced executive with a track record of strengthening business operations, developing scalable
Cooper Coleman Leading CFO Search for Jacksonville Zoological Society
Cooper Coleman LLC has been retained by Jacksonville Zoological Society, Inc. to conduct a national search for its next CFO. “Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens has an ambitious vision for its future, and its next CFO will help shape how those plans move forward,” said Johnny Cooper, founder and CEO of Cooper Coleman. “We’re looking for someone
The Christopher Group Tapped by MITRE for Head of Total Rewards Search
The Christopher Group (TCG), a boutique HR executive search and business solutions recruiting firm, has been selected by MITRE to lead in its search for a head of total rewards. The search is being led by managing partner Ayla Maloney and recruiting director Kat Kilkenney. “This is an incredibly exciting opportunity for a total rewards leader who wants to make
A Look at How the CEO Role is Evolving
Geopolitical waves, digitization and AI. The drive for sustainability. Demands for full transparency and the changing needs of talent. These and other forces have dramatically broadened the CEO role, according to a recent report from Amrop. The traditional routes to the top seat are already changing. Following the firm’s exploration of the C-suite ecosystem, they now ask:
ICIMS to Offer E-Verify as Part of Onboarding Solution
iCIMS, a provider of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) talent acquisition solutions, has announced that the company will now offer Tracker I-9 software and E-Verify compliance as part of its Onboarding Solution. This comes as iCIMS and Tracker Corp., a provider of innovative software for immigration management, Form I-9 compliance, and E-Verify regulations, announce the formal expansion of
Monster Employment Index Rises
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, grew 11 percent in February. Nineteen of the 20 industries monitored by the Index showed positive annual growth trends. Transportation and Warehousing (up 36 percent) claimed the top
Hire Partners LLC is Launched
Human capital services veterans Mark Whittington and John West have announced the formation of Hire Partners, LLC. The partners plan to leverage their previous success with IT staffing company System One Solutions, Inc., which they sold to Monster Worldwide in 2000. Mr. Whittington will serve as chairman and CEO of the new venture with Mr.
G&A Partners Hires Sales/Marketing Exec
G&A Partners, an integrated human resource and administrative services company, has appointed Marius Swart as executive vice president of sales of marketing and business development. Mr. Swart will also serve as president of G&A's subsidiary, HourDoc.com, a web-based time and labor tracking company. With a professional career that spans more than 20 years, Mr. Swart
DavenportMajor to Lead CTO Search
DavenportMajor Executive Search has been selected by Leap Wireless International to lead in its search for a new executive vice president and chief technology officer. Leap Wireless is a provider of innovative and value-driven wireless communications services DavenportMajor is an executive search firm which specializes in senior executive and board of director recruitment for life
The Judge Group Promotes Strategic Accounts Director
The Judge Group, a recruiting services provider, has promoted Janet Harbour to managing director of strategic accounts. Ms. Harbour has been with The Judge Group since 2008 as director of strategic account management, a role in which she was responsible for cultivating new and existing global accounts, while driving the sales and delivery of Judge's
Monster Employment Index Rises
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 increased eight percent in December, consistent with slow, but steady growth in online recruitment activity. The Index edged down five percent on monthly basis as is typical
Cornerstone OnDemand Founddation Extends Services
The Cornerstone OnDemand Foundation, which helps to provide non-profits with talent management software and services, now has 11 education non-profits, schools and school districts participating in its Strategic Partnership Program. Program participants are awarded a two-year contract to receive Cornerstone OnDemand's learning and talent management software, as well as consulting services, at no cost. The
Online Labor Demand Grows in December
Online advertised vacancies rose 93,800 in December to 3,951,000, according to The Conference Board’s Help Wanted OnLine Data Series (HWOL). The December increase offset the dips of 76,000 in November and 14,000 in October. The supply/demand rate stands at 3.45, indicating there were 3.5 unemployed for every online advertised vacancy in November, the latest monthly
Saba Posts Small Fiscal Q2 Revenue Increase
Saba/(NASDAQ:SABA), a provider of human capital management (HCM) solutions, has posted revenues of $30.4 million in the second quarter of fiscal year 2012, up four percent from $29.2 million in the same quarter last year. GAAP loss per share was $0.16 in the second quarter of fiscal year 2012 compared to a loss per share
Recruit Co., Ltd. Acquires Advantage Resourcing America
Recruit Co., Ltd. has acquired U.S.-based Advantage Resourcing America, Inc. from affiliates of Cerberus Capital Management, L.P. and Netherlands-based Advantage Resourcing Europe B.V. Total transaction value was approximately $410 million. Recruit Co., Ltd. is a provider of products and solutions related to human resources, education & learning, housing, bridal & baby, daily living, travel and
AESC Adds Paris-Based Cala Partners as Member
The Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) has added Cala Partners as its newest firm. Paris based Cala Partners was founded in September 2010 by Stéphane Romano and Michel Font. The firm provides executive search as well as onboarding and leadership advisory services to clients in a wide range of sectors: insurance, banking, private equity,
LiquidHub Acquires Hestan Consulting
Systems integration and technology consulting firm LiquidHub has acquired Hestan Consulting Group, a management consulting and systems integration firm serving the financial services industry, working with major investment and commercial banks, hedge funds, asset managers, brokerage firms and exchanges. Alan J. Work of the Business Advisory Group for Work&Partners LLC served as an advisor to
U.K. Job Opportunities Growing
Job opportunities were 17 percent higher in December compared to the same time last year and more than a fifth higher than two years ago, according to the Reed Jobs Index analysis of job vacancy trends from over 8,000 recruiters across the U.K. Seasonal falls in vacancies saw month-on-month Index figures down 12 points (nine
HRsmart Selected by ProMedica
HRsmart International, a global talent management software company, has been selected by ProMedica as its partner for talent management software as a service provider. With nearly 14,000 employees and volunteers, ProMedica is a not-for-profit healthcare organization serving northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan. “HRsmart is pleased to have been selected for this partnership. Partners like ProMedica
Employers to Hire in New Year
Employers expect to add new jobs in the New Year, but are waiting to see how the economy shapes up before turning up the volume on hiring, according to CareerBuilder's annual job forecast. Nearly one-in-four hiring managers plan to hire full-time, permanent employees in 2012, similar to 2011. Employment trends among small businesses, which account
ManpowerGroup Enters Three-Agreement with Molisa
ManpowerGroup, a provider of workforce solutions, has entered into a new three-year partnership with Vietnam's Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs (MOLISA) to continue developing the local labor market, ensure competitiveness and respond to new, in-demand skills needs in order to address Vietnam's workforce challenges. “Vietnam is a country with enormous potential and possesses
Spencer Stuart to Lead CEO Search for SGI
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been retained by SGI to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. The board of directors has announced that Mark J. Barrenechea has tendered his resignation as president, CEO and member of its board. SGI, a leader in technical computing, is focused on helping customers solve
PeopleAnswers Partners with BJ’s Wholesale Club
PeopleAnswers has signed a new agreement in which BJ's Wholesale Club will use the PeopleAnswers' HR solution to help select team members in all locations across 15 eastern states while bringing efficiencies to the hiring process. BJ's uses the PeopleAnswers pre-employment assessment software as a tool for identifying, selecting and hiring candidates for hourly positions
Morgan Samuels Completes Search for BAE Systems
Morgan Samuels, an L.A.-based human capital consulting firm, has placed Peder Junck as vice president and chief technologist for BAE Systems’ intelligence and security sector. “Peder is a tremendous addition to BAE’s executive team,” said Martin Hewett, who led the search for Morgan Samuels, as the firm’s practice leader for aerospace and defense. “He brings
AIMS International Expands to the Republic of Korea
AIMS International has added Korean executive search firm Promatch Korea Inc. to its network. For over five years, Promatch Korea has specialized in the semiconductor, semiconductor-equipment, IT, and BT industry fields. With 350 consultants in 90 offices in over 50 countries, AIMS International is a global search organization of independently owned and managed executive search
HR.com Elects Volt Workforce Solutions Exec to Board
HR.com’s Institute for Human Resources (IHR) Contract Workforce and Talent Exchange Program has elected Jerome Gerber to its board of advertisers. Mr. Gerber is the vice president of client solutions at Volt Workforce Solutions. Tom Daley, Volt president, said: “With more than 20 years human resources expertise, Jerome is a well-respected thought leader in the
Nosal Partners Grows Columbus Office
Executive recruiter Nosal Partners LLC has named Caryn Avante as a client partner in Columbus, where she will conduct senior-level assignments across a broad range of industries. She has over 10 years of experience placing senior leaders across functional areas in the advanced technology, clean technology, life sciences and industrial sectors. Ms. Avante was formerly
Morgan Samuels Completes Search For Bae Systems
Morgan Samuels Company, an L.A.-based executive recruiter, has placed Robert P. Frisbie as the new vice president and general manager, defense within the information technology and Cyber Security business at BAE Systems. Mr. Frisbie was previously SVP at Mantech Corporation. BAE Systems is a global company engaged in the development, delivery and support of advanced
DHR Adds to Taipei Office
DHR International has added Charlie Fang as executive vice president in the firm’s Taipei office. Mr. Fang specializes primarily in searches in the advanced technology and industrial sectors. He has been in the executive search profession since 2000 and has conducted general management and senior-level functional searches across sales and marketing, R&D and manufacturing, business
Lucas Group Names GM for HR Practice
Search firm Lucas Group has promoted Aram Lulla to general manager of the human resources practice group. Mr. Lulla previously served as managing partner of the firm's Chicago office and national practice group leader for human resources. “Aram brings an intelligent and personable approach to this key position, and his expertise in the HR recruiting
Fairfield Partners Places VP Sales at Tea Forte
Fairfield Partners, a Norwalk, CT-based executive search firm specializing in technology and consumer products markets, has placed Barry Octigan as vice president of sales for premium tea maker Tea Forte. Mr. Octigan was previously the VP of sales for Deep River Snacks. Tea Forte’s products are available in high end hotels and restaurants (Four Seasons,
BraveNewTalent Hires HR Professional
BraveNewTalent, a career social network that helps people and employers engage and build relationships leading to employment and career development, has hired HR and talent industry professional Master Burnett as director of strategy. Mr. Burnett will head up global strategy for the firm and have a U.S. operations role. He has over 10 years’ experience
Paychex Posts Seven Percent Revenue Gain
Paychex, Inc./(NASDAQ:PAYX) has reported second quarter revenues of $545.7 million., a seven percent rise from the previous year. Revenue from the payroll service segment was up five percent to $371.7 million, while revenue from the human resource services jumped 12 percent to $163.3 million. The company recorded net income of $140.4 million, or 39 cents
Employer Hiring Plans Remain Flat
After an initial pickup in hiring projections from Q4 2010 to the first quarter of 2011, employer hiring plans were largely flat in the remaining three quarters of 2011 and are showing some indications of slowing in the Q1 2012, according to BNA's quarterly employment survey. Just over one in five surveyed employers (21 percent)
Towers Watson Announces Latest Release of Talent|Reward Software
Towers Watson, a global professional services company, has launched Talent|REWARD v7, the newest version of the company’s software that helps organizations deliver comprehensive talent management and reward programs. This latest solution provides a broad range of capabilities for organizations looking to improve business results through better management of HR processes and their employees; it was
