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Spencer Stuart Recruits CEO for the Philadelphia Fed
Spencer Stuart has placed Anna Paulson as the 12th president and CEO of the Philadelphia Fed. She succeeds Patrick T. Harker. “Anna Paulson’s economics and monetary policy expertise, as well as her leadership at the Chicago Fed and throughout the Federal Reserve System, make her the ideal person to serve as president of the Federal
Greenwood Asher & Associates Seeking New President for Hampshire College
Miramar Beach, FL-based executive recruitment firm Greenwood Asher & Associates was recently retained by Hampshire College in Amherst, MA, to lead in its search for new president. The search is being led by Jim Johnsen and Lauren McCaghren. Hampshire is seeking a president who believes deeply in the college’s founding vision and who will embrace those principles to chart a
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.
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
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?
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
How to Kick Off an Executive Search the Right Way
As leadership demands grow more complex, organizations are increasingly recognizing that a successful executive search begins long before candidate outreach or interviews take place. Search consultants say the strongest outcomes are driven by early alignment around business strategy, organizational culture, leadership expectations, and the capabilities needed to support future growth. Rather than simply filling an
Why Structured Interviews Lead to Better Hiring
As organizations compete for leadership talent, many are reexamining how executive interviews are conducted and whether traditional hiring instincts are leading to the best decisions. Increasingly, research is showing that structured interviews built around standardized questions and evaluation criteria deliver more reliable hiring outcomes than conversational, free-flowing assessments. Talent experts say the approach not only
Rethinking Career Loyalty in the Age of Gen Z and Millennials
As leadership priorities continue to evolve, executive search firms are seeing a growing shift in how candidates evaluate long-term career opportunities. Today’s professionals are placing greater emphasis on purpose, culture, mentorship, flexibility, and personal growth alongside compensation and title. Recruiters say organizations that can clearly communicate vision, invest in employee development, and foster strong leadership
Coulter Partners Recruits Chief Scientific Officer for Laigo Bio
Life sciences recruiting specialist Coulter Partners has recruited Richard C.A. Sainson as the new chief scientific officer of Laigo Bio. “It was a privilege to partner with Matthew and the Laigo board,” said Kay Wardle, managing partner at Coulter Partners. “Targeted protein degradation is one of the most exciting frontier areas of drug discovery, and finding a chief
Blue Rock Human Capital Recruits Chief People Officer for Michelli Weighing & Measurement
Talent acquisition strategies at many large companies have become as complex as their balance sheets. And while chief human resource officers play a vital role in overseeing an organization’s broad-based workforce, the chief people officer typically goes beyond overseeing its people policies. The focus instead is on building talent as a key competitive advantage, with more
Raising the Bar for Interim and Fractional Leadership
As companies face mounting pressure to move faster and adapt to constant change, interim and fractional executives are increasingly being brought in not simply to maintain stability, but to drive transformation from day one. Organizations today are seeking experienced leaders who can step into critical roles, solve immediate business challenges, and create momentum while long-term
BoardWalk Consulting Selected by Atlanta Ballet for Executive Director Search
BoardWalk Consulting has was recently tapped by Atlanta Ballet to lead in its search for an executive director. The search is being led by Sam Pettway, Demeika Wheaton, and Patti Kish. The executive director will lead Atlanta Ballet’s administrative and business functions in alignment with the organization’s mission and values, while partnering closely with the artistic
When Search Fatigue Leads to Costly Hiring Mistakes
In executive search, the biggest hiring mistakes are not always caused by weak candidate pools or poor sourcing strategies. More often, breakdowns occur near the finish line, when prolonged interview cycles, competing stakeholder opinions, and mounting business pressures begin to wear down decision-making discipline. What starts as a rigorous evaluation process can gradually shift toward
Preng & Associates Recruits SVP of Government Services for American Bureau of Shipping
Houston-based Preng & Associates has placed Rear Admiral Ronald J. Rábago as senior vice president of government services at American Bureau of Shipping (ABS). “Admiral Rábago brings exceptional government and industry experience that will further enhance the support we provide to our government clients in the U.S. and around the world,” said John McDonald, ABS chairman and CEO. “His
McDermott + Bull Expands in Amsterdam
Irvine, CA-based McDermott + Bull has expanded in Amsterdam with the addition of Gerben van den Hout as managing director. “This strategic hire comes as McDermott + Bull continues to expand its executive search presence across Europe, further strengthening the firm’s ability to support organizations in identifying and placing high-impact leadership talent,” the firm said. “Gerben’s appointment represents an
The CHRO’s Leadership Imperative in the AI Era
As organizations accelerate their adoption of artificial intelligence, business leaders are increasingly recognizing that successful transformation depends as much on people and leadership as it does on technology itself. HR executives, in particular, are finding themselves at the center of conversations around workforce readiness, employee trust, skills development, and organizational change management. Industry observers note
Cluen Invites Executive Search Firms to Participate in Upcoming 2026 Technology Trends Survey
For more than three decades, Cluen has partnered with leading executive search firms around the world to understand how top-performing recruiters use technology to gain a competitive advantage. Each year, the company’s Top Trends in Executive Search Technology survey uncovers the strategies, priorities, and innovations shaping the future of the profession. How are executive search firms balancing the rapid adoption of AI
Lindauer Retained by C-SPAN for Chief Development Officer Search
Virtually every industry needs top-drawer chief development officers. CDOs play a key role in planning, coordinating, and administering capital campaigns, corporate giving, and galvanizing new donors while keeping previous funders content. Implementing funding strategies that “keep the lights on,” according to recruiters specializing in the function, is job No. 1. Lindauer has been retained by C-SPAN to
NPAG Seeking Executive Director for the California Youth Defender Center
Executive search firm NPAG has been selected by the California Youth Defender Center (CYDC) to lead in its search for a new executive director. This search is being led by Ellen LaPointe and Phuong Quach. This is a unique opportunity to lead a respected and influential organization at a pivotal moment, shaping the future of youth justice
Lochlin Partners Helps Fill Senior Position for Business Roundtable
Lochlin Partners has assisted in the recruitment of Stefani Jones as senior director of policy at Business Roundtable (BRT). Ms. Jones is an accomplished technology policy leader with deep expertise at the intersection of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and national security. Her experience spans the White House, the private sector, and senior federal policy roles. She
Conviction And Speed To Drive M&A Deals In 2024
The M&A market has always operated in a boom/bust cycle of expansion and contraction. And the last couple of years have been no exception. According to Bain & Company’s latest Global M&A Report, rising interest rates among other factors represented a significant obstacle for dealmakers. But the biggest hurdle according to the consultancy was the valuation gap between
Canon Recruiting Group Receives 3.5 Million in Funding
Canon Recruiting Group LLC has established a $3.5 million line of credit with Crestmark Bank of Michigan. The new credit facility will serve to expand the company's previous line of credit and to enhance its staffing and payroll capability to support our firm's very strong growth. Tim Grayem, president of Canon Recruiting Group, said: “We
RSA Appoints Managing Director in Switzerland
RSA, a global life sciences executive search and interim management specialist, has named John Callagher as managing director of RSA Switzerland. Mr. Callagher comes to this role having recently served as global managing director of SpenglerFox, a globally networked executive search and human capital solutions firm that he co-founded in 2003 with fellow directors of
Taleo Records 24 Percent Revenue Jump
Taleo/(NASDAQ:TLEO), a provider of on demand talent management solutions, has posted second quarter 2011 revenues of $69.7 million, a 24 percent increase from $56.3 million during the same period a year ago. The company recorded a loss $8.1 million, or 20 cents per share, compared to a net loss of $1.4 million, or 4 cents
Online Labor Demand Down 217,000 in July
Online advertised vacancies were down 217,000 in July to 4,154,500, according to according to The Conference Board’s Help Wanted OnLine Data Series (HWOL). The July drop follows a decline of 100,000 in June after a basically flat period in April and May. The supply/demand rate stands at 3.22, indicating there were just over three unemployed
Clark Langdon Retained by French Private Equity Firm Creadev
Recruiting firm Clark Langdon Partners has been selected by Creadev, a leading French private equity firm, to conduct a CEO search for Voltalia. Clark Langdon, founded by Simon Clark, has more than 18 years experience in senior level retained executive search. The firm operates from Monaco for clients primarily based in the U.S. within the
MyJobLinx Creates New Social Recruiting Solution
myJoblinx Inc. has introduced a social recruiting solution that enables Facebook's 750 million users to search, view, and apply for jobs on a company's Facebook fan page. While driving talent to employers, myJoblinx promotes company brands with multimedia and offers real-time analytics for measuring a business' recruiting efforts through its Facebook fan page and other
Herbert Mines Adds New Managing Director
New York-based executive search firm Herbert Mines Associates has added Kevin Duffy as a managing director. Mr. Duffy has more than 20 years of search experience, most recently as a senior client partner at Korn Ferry International. Founded in 1978, Herbert Mines focuses exclusively senior-level search assignment in the retail, consumer products, fashion/apparel, e-commerce and
Inside Edge Legal Expands Staff
Inside Edge Legal (IEL), the legal contract staffing affiliate of legal search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa, has named Eun Kim as a recruiter in its Washington, D.C. office. “Eunnie is a tremendous addition to the IEL team,” said Greg Richter, IEL’s global practice leader. “Her knowledge of the D.C. legal market, enthusiasm and commitment
SourceRight Solutions Appoints Senior Director
SourceRight Solutions, a division of recruiting giant SFN Group, has named Hary Bottka as senior director of global solutions. In this capacity, Mr. Bottka will be responsible for continuing the development of SourceRight Solutions' leadership position in both RPO and MSP solutions, into the global arena. Most recently, he was a director in the HR
Dowd Associates Recruits Treasurer for AMC Networks
Dowd Associates Executive Search has placed Joseph Donovan as senior vice president and treasurer of AMC Networks. Prior to joining AMC, Mr. Donovan served as vice president and assistant treasurer for The Nielsen Company. Anchored by American Movie Classics, AMC’s assets include The Sundance Channel, WE: Women’s Entertainment, and the Independent Film Channel. Dowd Associates
Kforce Posts Solid Revenue Increase
Kforce Inc./(NASDAQ:KFRC), a provider of professional staffing services and solutions, has posted revenues of $274 million for the second quarter, an 11.3 percent increase compared to $246.1 million a year ago. For the quarter ended June 30, 2011, Kforce reported net income of $6.8 million, or $0.17 per share, versus $4.8 million, or $0.12 per
RSR Partners Adds to Industrial Practice
RSR Partners, a corporate governance and executive search firm based in Greenwich, Conn., has named Colin Graham as a managing director and member of the firm's industrial practice. Previously, Mr. Graham was a principal with Korn/Ferry International, where he was a member of the firm's global industrial recruiting practice, focusing on the diversified manufacturing and
Heidrick & Struggles Finds New CEO for Acxiom
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has placed Scott E. Howe as president and chief executive officer of Acxiom Corporation. Mr. Howe is a former corporate vice president of Microsoft Advertising Business Groups. Acxiom is a provider of marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and
Lucas Group Names HR Practice Managing Director
Search firm Lucas Group has added Keith Nemeth as managing partner of the newly launched human resources recruiting practice in Dallas. Mr. Nemeth is a 15-year veteran of the recruiting and staffing industry and brings extensive experience to his new position at Lucas Group. The human resources office in Dallas is the seventh HR office
PeopleFluent Partners with LinkedIn
Peoplefluent, a provider of solutions for talent management, vendor management and workforce compliance and diversity, has partnered with LinkedIn to connect its customers with over 100 million potential applicants worldwide. Today's news, in conjunction with the “Fluency on the Move” mobile product line introduced by Peoplefluent earlier this month, underscores the company's intuitive talent management
HSBC to Cut 30,000 Finance Positions
British banking giant HSBC will cut 30,000 jobs worldwide by 2013 — 10 percent of its global workforce — and sell almost half its bank branches in the U.S., part of a new strategy to cut back on retail operations and focus instead on fast-growing emerging markets. The bank, which reported a three percent increase
Despite Economy Headhunters Remain Optimistic
Executive search professionals gave a 66 percent positive prediction for their industry in the second half of the year with the greatest optimism coming from consultants in Asia Pacific and the Americas, according to a report released by the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC). Executive search consultants predict that China, Brazil and India will
New Launch for BCL Legal
BCL Legal, a legal recruitment consultancy, has launched a new department that will help law firms of all sizes recruit non-legal managerial and support staff. The team is headed up by Emma Anthony, who has over 13 years experience in the recruitment industry, and will be operating across the regions sourcing personnel for a variety
CDI Posts 20 Percent Rise
CDI Corp./(NYSE:CDI), a provider of IT-focused recruitment solutions, posted second quarter revenues of $262.7 million, an increase of 20 percent from revenues of $219 million in the prior year quarter. The company reported net earnings of $12 million, or $0.62 per diluted share, versus $2.6 million, or $0.13 per diluted share, in the year-ago second
Cook Associates Places Heidrick CFO at Asbury Automotive
Chicago-based Cook Associates Executive Search has placed Scott Krenz as senior vice president and chief financial officer at Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. The search was led by Colleen Hulce, managing director and head of the firm’s CFO and financial officers practice. Asbury, headquartered in Duluth, Georgia, is one of the largest automotive retailers in the
Russell Reynolds Associates Bolsters New York Area Team
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has announced the addition of Matt Comyns as executive director to the firm's technology sector, Jim Lawson as associate to the firm's corporate officers sector and Timothy Joyce as associate to the firm's industrial/natural resources sector. Mr. Comyns and Mr. Lawson will be based in New
Amrop Makes Additions to Board
Global executive search firm Amrop has welcomed Sabine von Anhalt (Germany), Preety Kumar (India) and Svein Ruud (Sweden) to its global management board. Ms. von Anhalt is a managing partner of Amrop Delta in Germany. Her international career began at Schering AG, working in Germany, South Africa, Sweden, Norway and other global markets, where she
Diversified Search Fills Post for Hasbro
Diversified Search has placed Steven Zoltick as vice president of information technology global operations at Hasbro, Inc. This search was conducted by Hugo Fueglein, managing director. Hasbro is a branded play company providing children and families around the world with a wide-range of immersive entertainment offerings. Diversified Search offers global search capabilities with industry specialization
ManpowerGroup Posts 24 Percent Revenue Gain
ManpowerGroup/(NYSE:MAN) has posted revenues of $5.7 billion for the second quarter ended June 30, 2011, a increase of 24 percent from a year earlier. The Milwaukee-based company recorded earnings of $72.7 million, or 87 cents per diluted share, compared to net earnings of $32.7 million, or 40 cents per diluted share, a year earlier. ManpowerGroup
Kronos Announces Newest Hiring Solution
Kronos Incorporated has announced availability of the latest version of its selection and hiring solution. Workforce Talent Acquisition 8.8 reflects a continued commitment to provide Kronos customers with a unified hourly and salaried, role-based solution to meet their recruiting needs, resulting in superior return on their hiring technology investment. “We continue to deliver on our
Heidrick & Struggles Posts 13 Percent Revenue Rise
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International/(NASDAQ:HSII) has posted net revenue of $142.8 million, an increase 13.3 percent from $126.1 million in the 2010 second quarter. Year over year, net revenue increased 18 percent in the Americas, 8.8 percent in Europe (a decline of approximately three percent on a constant currency basis), and 7.7
Hudson Highland Group Posts 27 Percent Revenue Gain
Hudson Highland Group, Inc./(NASDAQ:HHGP) has posted second quarter 2011 revenues of $247.4 million, a rise of 26.9 percent from $195 million a year ago. The company posted net income of $4.2 million, or $0.13 per basic and diluted share, compared with net income of $0.2 million, or $0.01 per basic and diluted share, in the
Employers Remain Positive About Hiring in 2011
Employers remain positive in their hiring expectations for the remainder of 2011 despite ongoing concerns over threats to economic growth, according to CareerBuilder’s 2011 Mid-Year Job Forecast. CareerBuilder's latest survey shows employers remain positive in their hiring expectations for the remainder of 2011 despite ongoing concerns over threats to economic growth. Nearly half of employers
Allen Austin Completes Search for Culinary Institute Lenotre
Allen Austin Global Executive Search has assisted in the appointment of Mark Stroeh as the new senior vice president for the Culinary Institute LeNotre. Culinary Institute LeNotre is a Culinary Arts College based in Houston, Texas. Allen Austin is a privately owned Houston-based executive search and consulting firm with 22 partners in 10 U.S. locations
Halogen Software to Assist Fairbanks Retain Talent
Fairbanks, the oldest independent alcohol and drug treatment center in America, has selected Halogen Software’s talent management suite to help reduce employee turnover and attract talent. Since rolling out Halogen eAppraisal Healthcare the organization has remained competitive with its talent, while reducing administrative overhead and easing the burden of demonstrating Joint Commission compliance. “The services
Korn Ferry Names Regional Leaders
Korn/Ferry International has strengthened its Asia Pacific business with the appointments of two new regional market leaders in Singapore. Peter Everaert, formerly the regional market leader for Korn/Ferry's global industrial market, EMEA, has relocated to Singapore from Europe to lead the market for Asia Pacific, while Alicia Yi has been appointed regional market leader, global
