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TRANSEARCH International Expands in Germany
TRANSEARCH International recently expanded with the addition of four experienced leaders to its growing German team: Dennis Hartmann, Lucia Puttrich, Uwe Lemcke, and Patrick Eichstädt. “These new additions reflect TRANSEARCH’s ongoing commitment to its clients across Germany and reinforce our ability to shape leadership that transforms,” the search consortium said. In Frankfurt, Mr. Hartmann joins as client partner, bringing over
CHRO Perspectives: Looking Ahead to 2026
There is a real bullishness from senior HR leaders about the impact and value they can add to organizations going forward, according to a recently released report from Leathwaite. This is starkly juxtaposed with the prevailing sentiment in 2023 and 2024 when HR leaders felt over-stretched and burnt out. Senior HR leaders now feel personally
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.
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
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?
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 Partners Acquires N2Growth’s Spain Business
ZRG Partners has entered the Spanish market through the acquisition of the business formerly known as Blacksmith that had been doing business since 2023 under the umbrella of N2Growth. Through this integration, ZRG enters the Spanish market with an established local team and the goal of offering Spanish and international clients agile, high-touch advisory backed by
Family Offices Move Into Human Capital M&A
Altss’ latest ranking, The 50 Largest Family Offices in the World (2026), illustrates the scale family capital has reached. The 50 largest offices collectively manage an estimated $2.4 trillion, with the top 10 controlling more than $1.5 trillion. Twenty-eight of the top 50 are headquartered in North America, while private equity represents their largest average portfolio allocation
The Leadership Pipeline Crisis: AI’s Hidden Cost
Companies everywhere are celebrating leaner teams, faster execution, and higher productivity thanks to AI, according to HIRECLOUT. From a business perspective, the logic is easy to understand, according to Avetis Antaplyan, founder and CEO of HIRECLOUT. “Investors reward efficiency,” Mr. Antaplyan said. “Leaders are under pressure to do more with less. Automation is eliminating repetitive
Klein Hersh Recruits CFO for Sparrow Pharmaceuticals
Klein Hersh, a search firm focused on the life sciences and healthcare industries, has recruited George Eldridge as the new CFO of Sparrow Pharmaceuticals, a targeted cardiometabolic therapeutics company. “We are thrilled to welcome George to Sparrow at such an important time for our company,” said Robert Jacks, president and CEO of Sparrow Pharmaceuticals. “George
McCormack + Kristel Seeking Executive Director for NEXT Harm Reduction
McCormack + Kristel has been retained by NEXT Harm Reduction (NEXT Distro) to lead in its search for an executive director. This is a rare opportunity for a visionary leader and skilled fundraiser to take a nationally recognized organization with an urgent mandate and grow it to the scale the moment demands. Reporting to the board
Riviera Partners Expands Public Practice
San Francisco-based Riviera Partners, a recruitment provider specializing in C-level engineering, product, and design leader placements, has expanded with the addition of Archer McFall as a partner within its public practice serving large, publicly-traded companies and late-stage, pre-IPO companies. “Getting the right CTO, CIO, or chief AI officer in place, building the team structure around AI, making sure the
HelloSky Brings Its Graph of People, Investors, and Companies Into Claude and ChatGPT
Executive search firms are increasingly looking for ways to move beyond traditional databases and static candidate profiles as clients demand deeper market intelligence and faster, more precise insight into leadership talent. Advances in artificial intelligence are giving recruiters new tools to connect people, companies, investors, relationships, and career outcomes in ways that can strengthen candidate
Harris Search Associates Leading Senior Assignment for Carnegie Mellon University
Harris Search Associates has been retained by Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) to lead in its search for newly created role of associate vice president for research computing and data (AVP RCD). Jeffrey Harris and Ed Christ are leading the assignment. This role offers a unique opportunity to elevate and transform CMU’s research computing ecosystem positioning it to better support
Preng & Associates Assists SOGC, LLC with President Search
Following a comprehensive executive search, Houston-based Preng & Associates assisted in the recruitment of David French as the new president of SOGC, LLC. “Preng & Associates is proud to have supported this important leadership appointment and continues to partner with energy companies worldwide in identifying and securing transformative executive talent,” the firm said. Mr. French brings
NPAG Appoints Senior Advisor
Executive search firm NPAG has appointed André Blackman as senior advisor. In this new role, he will build and lead a practice focused on mission-driven innovation — connecting dynamic leadership talent and the development resources to keep that talent in seat, to founders and organizations solving problems that matter. “André brings a rare combination of strategic insight, storytelling
Sheffield Haworth Adds Private Equity & Growth Venture Portfolio Assets Veteran
Global leadership advisory and executive search firm Sheffield Haworth has expanded with the addition of Michael McDonnell as managing director, private equity and growth venture portfolio assets. He is based in the New York office and works within the technology sector practice. “We are thrilled to welcome Michael to the team,” said Paul Gillespie, managing director of the
Leadership Needs Shift in a Changing Federal Market
Executive search across the federal contracting, government services, defense, and technology sectors is entering a new phase as companies look for more sophisticated ways to evaluate leadership beyond résumés, references, and past performance. In markets where specialized experience, relationships, and an understanding of complex government customers can be critical, the challenge is not simply identifying
Private Equity Rollup Wave Reshapes Executive Search
What may once have looked like a series of isolated transactions is increasingly taking on the shape of a broader industry shift. As capital moves into the sector and firms rethink where they have true competitive strength, the pattern is becoming harder to ignore. “A year ago, I would have called this a prediction, today,
HARTZ Search Seeking Chief Revenue Officer for Geisinger
Charlotte, NC-based HARTZ Search was recently retained by Geisinger to lead in its search for a chief revenue officer. This executive will direct, manage, and implement programs to ensure efficient revenue management operations and sufficient cash flow to support Geisinger operations and strategic initiatives. The role is responsible for identifying, analyzing, reducing, and resolving revenue management issues
Kincannon & Reed Places Executive Director for the Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association
Kincannon & Reed (K&R), which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has assisted in the recruitment of Patrick Carney as the new executive director of the Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association. Dave Smith stepped down from his executive role after leading the association for more than 30 years. “Patrick pairs dairy industry knowledge with
Korn Ferry Posts Three Percent Revenue Decline
Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) has posted 2024 fiscal year-end revenues of $2.7 billion, a decrease of three percent from the prior year. The Los Angeles-headquartered executive recruiter and leadership consultant – the largest globally and in the Americas as ranked by Hunt Scanlon Media – also reported fourth quarter revenue of $691 million, a decrease of five percent. Moderation in fee revenue from its talent
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
Lonergan Partners Fills Board Seat for Cirrus Logic
Executive search firm Lonergan Partners has recruited Al Schuele as a member of the board of directors at Cirrus Logic. The search was led by Dotty Schaffer. Mr. Schuele is a 30 year veteran of high tech, who currently heads up Sevin Rosen Funds’ ventures. “Adding Al to the Cirrus Board brings him full circle.
Online Labor Demand Dips 13,600 in October
Online advertised vacancies dipped slightly by 13,600 in October to 3,933,400, according to The Conference Board’s Help Wanted OnLine Data Series (HWOL). The October drop follows a decline of 44,000 in September and a decrease of 164,000 in August. The Supply/Demand rate stands at 3.54, indicating there were 3.5 unemployed for every online advertised vacancy
Robert Half Posts 20 Percent Q3 Revenue Increase
Robert Half International Inc./(NYSE:RHI) has posted third quarter 2011 revenues of $984.7 million, a 20 percent increase from revenues of $817.3 million in the third quarter of 2010. During the quarter, the company recorded earnings of $43.6 million, or 31 cents per share, compared with $20.1 million, or 14 cents per share, in the year-ago
Heidrick & Struggles Adds to Education & Social Enterprise Practice
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has named Bill Fowler and Jake Cohen as strategic advisors to its education & social enterprise practice. Before joining the firm, Mr. Fowler was an executive at Cisco Systems for 13 years, most recently as director of Cisco's global education division, developing strategies for higher education, education
Odgers Berndtson Grows NY Office
Executive search firm Odgers Berndtson has appointed Cheryl Lobell as a partner in its New York office serving life science and healthcare clients. She will also be a member of the firm’s human resources functional practice. Ms. Lobell, who is currently with Odgers Berndtson's office in Singapore, will relocate to the U.S. next month to
Vaco Raleigh Names Managing Director of Executive Search
Executive placement and consulting firm Vaco Raleigh, LLC has added Christiaan Heijmen as managing director of executive search. Mr. Heijmen will be responsible for assisting CEOs, presidents and directors, in identifying, evaluating and recruiting C-level executives and managers for their respective organizations as well as building Vaco Raleigh’s executive recruiting practice. “At Vaco, we take
John M. Floyd & Associates Executive Search Group Chosen by IBAT
The Independent Bankers Association of Texas (IBAT) has retained John M. Floyd & Associates Executive Search Group (JMFA ESG) to be the preferred provider of search and recruitment services for the association's member banks. With 60 percent of executive management personnel reaching standard retirement age in the next 10 years, community banks will be faced
Dillistone Selected by Penna Plc
Dillistone Systems, a global supplier of software for executive recruiters, has announced that its FILEFINDER has been implemented by Penna Plc. for its offices in the U.K., Ireland, Spain and Sweden. David Hunter, director of executive search for Penna Plc, said: “Early adoption of FileFinder 10 puts Penna at the forefront of the industry, and
Caldwell Partners Forms Alliance with Executive Search Group International
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has formed an alliance with Executive Search Group International (ESGI). Based in Hong Kong, ESGI specializes in senior level appointments in Asia and the Middle East. The firm serves a range of industries, with particular emphasis on financial services, technology and real estate. ESGI has offices in
Glasford International Grows Presence in Philippines
Glasford International has added Q2 HR Solutions as a partner firm in the Philippines. Q2 HR Solutions comprises of five specialist human resources businesses. Q2 Executive Search is the group's flagship division provides executive search & selection services. The organization is led by Trixie Whyte and is headquartered in Manila. David Buchberger, chairman of Glasford
Atrium Expands Finance and Accounting Services
Atrium Staffing has announced the expansion of its finance and accounting direct hire services. Atrium is doubling the number of direct hire counselors to meet growing demands to fill numerous positions for qualified accounting and finance professionals among small and medium-sized businesses and non-profit organizations. During the first half of 2011 alone, Atrium's finance and
Kenexa and SkillSoft Form Alliance
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, and SkillSoft, an SaaS provider of e-learning content, technology and services, have formed a strategic alliance to integrate and market Kenexa’s global talent management solutions with SkillSoft’s learning content and platform technology. This collaboration uses SkillSoft’s Open Learning Services Architecture (OLSA), which utilizes web
CDI Corp. Records Nine Percent Revenue Rise
CDI Corp./(NYSE:CDI), a provider of IT-focused recruitment solutions, posted third quarter revenues of $272.5 million, a 9.3 percent gain from revenues of $249.4 million, a year ago. For the quarter ended September 30, 2011, the company reported a net income of $2.8 million or $0.15 per diluted share, compared with a gain of $1.7 million,
Coleman Lew Adds New Consultant
Executive search firm Coleman Lew & Associates has hired John Griffith as a consultant. Mr. Griffith joins Coleman Lew after serving as president of Presbyterian College for 14 years. Throughout his career, he has focused on board development, strategic planning, and resource development. He has also conducted national searches for key positions at the collegiate
Egon Zehnder Names Head of Financial Officers Practice
Global executive search firm Egon Zehnder International has named Arun Dhingra as leader of its financial officers practice. Mr. Dhingra joins Zehnder from the Balanced Scorecard Collaborative where he led that firm’s financial services practice. "Arun's knowledge of the financial officer needs of businesses in all sectors – be it general industry or financial services
