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Funk Associates Appoints President
Funk Associates has made a leadership transition with the appointment of Willie Funk as president of the firm. Bill Funk will continue as the firm’s chief executive officer. In this role, he will continue to guide the strategic direction of the firm and will continue his engagement with clients and continue his consultancy on senior leadership
Krauthamer & Associates Recruits CFO for Zippy Shell
Krauthamer & Associates has helped to recruit Michael Duffy as chief financial officer of Zippy Shell, Inc. He will succeed Mark Linville, who is retiring. “As we enter the next chapter of growth and prepare the company for REIT election, Mike brings a unique perspective, strong operational and REIT financial expertise, M&A, and a strategic mindset
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.
DHR Global Expands Middle East and Africa Presence
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has expanded with the addition of Michael Patrick Okumu-Ringa as managing partner, Middle East and Africa. Based in Dubai, he will lead the expansion of DHR’s regional business, building its team and strengthening its executive search and leadership advisory capabilities while connecting regional clients with international talent in partnership with DHR’s London office. “The
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?
Talentfoot Grows HR Practice
Talentfoot Executive Search has expanded with the addition of Gabe Peacock as associate partner, helping drive the continued growth of the firm’s human resources practice. “With Gabe joining the team, Talentfoot is continuing to expand our ability to support clients in finding HR leaders who can solve complex people challenges, strengthen culture, scale people operations,
Artico Search Founders Reflect on Five Years of Growth and Lessons Learned
Five years after its founding, Artico Search has grown from a two-person venture into a boutique executive search firm serving venture capital, private equity-backed, and publicly traded companies. Founded in 2021 by Mercedes Chatfield-Taylor, CEO and co-founder, and Matt Comyns, president and co-founder, the firm has built its business around emerging technology, with particular depth
Caldwell Sells IQTalent Partners to WinMil for $4.7 Million
Toronto-based Caldwell has completed the sale of substantially all of the net operating assets of its wholly owned subsidiary, IQTalent Partners, Inc., to WinMil, Inc. WinMil will continue to operate the business under the IQTalent name and brand. In 2020, Caldwell acquired IQTalent to broaden its service offerings into technology-enabled recruiting solutions at the professional level.
WittKieffer Selected by Park University for President Search
Oak Brook, IL-based WittKieffer has been retained by Park University to lead in its search for a new president. Consultant Alejandra Gillette-Teran, principal Melody Rose and associate Sarah Seavey are spearheading the assignment for the search firm. Reporting to an engaged board of trustees, the president will be expected to grow the University into the future. The president provides leadership in
NPAG Leading Executive Director Search for SEAL
Executive search firm NPAG was recently retained by SEAL (Sobrato Early Academic Language) to lead in its search for a new executive director. Allison Kupfer Poteet, managing partner, is leading the search along with Alejandra Villa, managing associate. The organization seeks a strong enterprise leader with strategic and financial acumen, experience leading through change, and genuine credibility
August Leadership Appoints Senior Advisor in Tokyo
August Leadership has named Paul Dupuis as senior advisor in Tokyo. “We are delighted to have Paul join August Leadership,” the firm said in a LinkedIn post. “His experience will add significant depth as we aim to strengthen our presence and relationships in Japan, alongside our broader APAC capabilities.” With more than 30 years of leadership
C-Suite Volatility Reshapes Talent Market, Creating Expanding Role for Search Firms
Crist|Kolder Associates’ latest 2026 Mid-Year Volatility Report provides a detailed look at leadership trends across 665 Fortune 500 and S&P 500 companies. Tracking executive changes through July 31, the research examines CEO, CFO, and COO turnover, career paths, diversity, and the emergence of new leadership positions as organizations adapt to an increasingly complex business environment.
The McCormick Group Completes Searches for Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies
The McCormick Group, an Arlington, VA-based executive recruitment firm, has assisted in the recruitment of Rodney Whitlock, Debbie Curtis, Katie Waldo, and Maddie News to the federal health policy practice of Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies, the bipartisan government relations and communications affiliate of international law firm Cozen O’Connor. The search was led by principal David
Krauthamer & Associates Selected by Regional Transportation District for CEO Search
Krauthamer & Associates (K&A) has been retained by the Regional Transportation District (RTD) in Denver, CO, to lead in its search for a new CEO. “RTD seeks a CEO who can continue strengthening the agency’s fiscal foundation, drive long‑range funding solutions, and guide RTD through budget challenges while advancing innovation, equity, transit service delivery and the
BrainWorks Grows Legal Practice
Warren, NJ-based executive search firm BrainWorks has named Rachel Chandler as director of legal recruitment. “With nearly two decades of experience spanning law, legal recruitment, and business development, Rachel brings an exceptional depth of expertise and a unique perspective to our team,” Brainworks said in a LinkedIn post. “From practicing corporate law to leading legal recruiting teams,
Boyden Forms Alliance with South African firm Tuesday Consulting
Boyden has formed a partnership with South African firm Tuesday Consulting, an executive search and advisory firm helping clients drive growth through sustainable human capital resourcing practices. The partnership will be led by seasoned industry executives Wendy Spalding and Tsholofelo Nketane, along with a team of nine professionals from Tuesday Consulting. “Partnering with Tuesday Consulting represents an
Leadership in Uncertain Times: How Executives Adapt
Leadership has always required navigating change, but today’s executives operate in an environment where geopolitical developments, economic uncertainty, and evolving market expectations can quickly reshape business priorities. This places renewed attention on how leaders set direction, strengthen organizational resilience and prepare their businesses for an uncertain future. According to the latest Kestria Global Leadership Barometer, geopolitical
Excel Search & Advisory Leading Search for Next WNBA Commissioner
The WNBA has begun the search for its next commissioner as the league prepares for a leadership transition at the end of the year. The NBA has retained Excel Search & Advisory, formerly Nolan Partners, to identify a successor to Cathy Engelbert, according to The Athletic. The assignment comes as the league continues to experience
Bryant Group Fills Senior Position for Wabash College
Dallas-based executive search and talent development firm Bryant Group has placed Tyler J. Wade as dean for enrollment management at Wabash College. Mr. Wade, a 2012 Wabash graduate, has served as interim dean since June. This follows a nationwide search led by the firm’s president Chris Bingley. “One of the things that made him stand out in the field
Leathwaite Continues Partnership with St Marylebone School
London-based executive search firm Leathwaite is continuing its long-standing partnership with St Marylebone School in London, supporting students as they prepare for the next stages of their academic and professional journeys. The firm said the program is part of its community engagement efforts and reflects its commitment to social mobility and widening access to opportunity. St
Hunt Scanlon Media and Simsola AI Launch Survey on the Last Mile of Executive Search
Executive search firms are under growing pressure to bring greater consistency and transparency to how finalists are evaluated and recommendations are made. As AI and new technology move deeper into the search process, firms are also rethinking how interview feedback is captured, how candidates are compared, and where experienced consultant judgment should carry the most
Investigative Diligence Moves Earlier in Executive Search
Executive hiring decisions increasingly carry reputational, financial, and governance consequences that extend well beyond a candidate’s resume. As a result, boards, investors, and search committees are placing greater emphasis on understanding the broader context behind an executive’s track record before making a final decision. That shift is giving investigative diligence a more prominent role in
Carpenter Legal Search Recruits General Counsel for Spirax Group’s Electric Thermal Solutions Division
Carpenter Legal Search, Inc. has recruited Matthew Simonds as general counsel of the Electric Thermal Solutions (ETS) division of Spirax Group, a global industrial engineering company. “Matt stood out throughout the search process because of his combination of legal sophistication, strong business judgment, and ability to serve as a true strategic partner to leadership,” said Lori Carpenter,
Kincannon & Reed Assists Stokes Seeds with Chief Commercial Officer Search
Kincannon & Reed (K&R), which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has helped to recruit Andy Paston as chief commercial officer of Stokes Seeds, a leading North American supplier of vegetable seed serving commercial growers across the United States and Canada. “Andy brings a strong combination of agricultural expertise and commercial leadership,”
Chartwell Partners Recruits President and CEO for Eagle Bancorp
Dallas, TX-based executive search firm Chartwell Partners has assisted in the recruitment of Stephen Curley as president and chief executive officer of Eagle Bancorp, Inc., the Bethesda-based holding company for EagleBank, one of the largest community banks in the Washington, D.C. area. The appointment followed an extensive board evaluation and search of internal and external candidates.
Egon Zehnder Examines the Great AI Divide Reshaping Private Equity Leadership
Private equity firms are moving quickly to determine where AI can create the greatest advantage across portfolio operations and investment strategy. As adoption accelerates, firms are rethinking what kind of AI leadership they need and where those roles should sit. That shift is beginning to reshape talent strategies across the PE market. Over the past
DHR Global Acquires Life Sciences-Focused Discovery Search Partners
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has acquired Discovery Search Partners, a retained executive search firm focused on the life sciences industry. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Bill O’Callaghan of Discovery Search Partners will join DHR as managing partner and Don Evans will join as partner, while Brian Evans will help build out the life sciences vertical
The Lancer Group Recruits CHRO for Liquidity Services
La Jolla, CA-headquartered search firm The Lancer Group recently assisted in the recruitment of Karen Fascenda as chief human resources officer of NASDAQ-traded Liquidity Services. Chairman and CEO Bill Angrick highlighted Ms. Fascenda’s strong track record of aligning talent strategies with business growth. Ms. Fascenda, in turn, described Liquidity Services as a proven market leader with significant
SearchWide Global Recruits Chief Sales Officer for the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp
SearchWide Global has placed Cahal Mowery as chief sales officer of the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp (NCVC). Kellie Henderson, global head of destinations, led the assignment. “Cahal brings the experience, leadership and energy we need to continue Nashville’s success as a leading meetings, group and events destination,” said Deana Ivey, president and CEO. “His work in
Riviera Partners Expands in APAC Region
San Francisco-based Riviera Partners, a recruitment provider specializing in C-level engineering, product, and design leader placements, has expanded it the APAC region with the addition of Gaurav Dev Burman as a partner based in Bengaluru. In this role, Gaurav will advise boards, CEOs and investors on technology leadership searches across India and the APAC region. “Gaurav
ZRG Acquires Jamesbeck
ZRG, a global talent advisory firm and portfolio company of RFE Investment Partners, has acquired Jamesbeck, a New York City-based recruitment firm specializing in senior-level talent for the broad investment management community across private market and traditional firms. Hunt Scanlon Ventures, a Greenwich, Connecticut-based human capital M&A advisory firm, served as an advisor to ZRG. “This strategic move aims
CareerBecause.ASIA Launches
CareerBecause.Asia has been created to bring together career opportunities, hiring news and networking for professionals and recruiters across the region. CareerBecause.Asia is a partnership between Tokyo-based Ajisai and London-based BusinessBecause,com, bringing together Ajisai's expertise in Asian recruitment with BusinessBecause.com's track record in online networking, news and jobs for busy young professionals. Olivier LeLann, CEO of
Harris / IIC Partners Retained by UIC
Dublin, Ohio-based Harris / IIC Partners has been chosen by the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) to lead the search for its next vice chancellor for research. UIC is one of the top 60 research-funded institutions and a Carnegie Very High Research designated institution, offering top academics, cultural, business and entertainment opportunities. Founded in
Taleo Chosen by Colas Group
Taleo, a provider of on demand talent management solutions, has announced that Colas Group, a leader in road construction, has chosen its Taleo Recruiting solution to power its worldwide recruitment efforts. Colas Group has nearly 70,000 employees throughout more than 800 works centers and 1,400 materials production sites. “We've looked at all the solutions on
Philadelphia, Memphis, D.C., and Pittsburgh Show Increased Hiring
The CareerCast.com/JobSerfEmployment Index, which measures managerial recruitment activity online, fell to 103.5 from October 2011, but is more than 29 points higher than the November 2009 Index. Washington, D.C., which has been the leader in managerial hiring since the Index launched in July 2009, is expected to add 1.26 percent more jobs every year through
Korn Ferry Names Director for Switzerland
Korn/Ferry International has announced that Brigitte Morel-Curran, senior partner within Korn/Ferry Leadership and Talent Consulting in Chicago, is moving to serve as the country managing director in Switzerland for the firm’s Leadership and Talent Consulting (LTC) business. Ms. Morel-Curran will play a key leadership role in expanding the European LTC business, focusing her consulting activities
Positives Moves Appoints Roddy Gow as U.K. Office Head
Roddy Gow has been appointed as head the U.K. office of executive search firm Positive Moves. Mr. Gow was previously the CEO of Asia House, a non-profit, non-political organization, covering 42 Asian countries. “It is with great pleasure that I welcome Roddy to the Positive Moves family,” said Vibhav Dhawan, managing partner of Positive Moves
International Executive Search Federation Adds StratSearch
The International Executive Search Federation (IESF) has added StratSearch Asia as its partner for IESF Philippines. StratSearchAsia, which has been in business since 2003, is a retained executive search company in the Philippines serving global companies and large local conglomerates in sectors that include fast moving consumer goods, retail, media, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, logistics and supply
IIC Partners Adds Three New Board Members
IIC Partners has elected three new board members. Ruth Curran, a partner at MERC Partners in Dublin, will take responsibility for finance. Christoph von Nostitz, managing partner of Ising International Consulting in Munich, will assume responsibility for IIC Partners' research portfolio. Paul Po-Ping Lien, partner and general manager of PCI Executive Search Consultants, Beijing, joins
Human Capital Group Places CMO at Snyder’s-Lance
Brentwood, TN-based The Human Capital Group, Inc. has recruited John Konradt as the senior vice president and chief marketing officer at Snyder's-Lance, Inc. Mr. Konradt has over 30 years of marketing experience at Pillsbury, Coca-Cola North America and most recently with a rapidly growing entrepreneurial company in a multitude of marketing, sales and general management
Caldwell Partners Posts 10 Percent Revenue Drop
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has posted 2011 fourth quarter revenues of $9.37 million, down 10 percent compared to the prior year. Revenues generated in the U.S. represent 66 percent of the firm’s fees. "I am pleased by the great effort our team made this year, and by the results we are
The Carter Group Expands Internationally
Executive search firm The Carter Group has added Dr. Ralph Jauss and Maik Richter as partners. Dr. Jauss is based in Hamburg, Germany and will be partner for Northern Europe (DACH Region). He has worked in different management positions for companies in the transport industry, professional services as well as in the financial sector. In
Kelly Services Acquires Brazillian-Based Tradicao Tecnologia
Kelly Services, Inc. has acquired Tradicao Tecnologia e Servicos Ltda, a top national service provider in Brazil. The acquisition strengthens Kelly's presence in the Brazilian market, enabling the company to address the talent needs of clients and multinational organizations with operations in Brazil. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed. In addition to Tradicao's headquarter
The Dingman Company Recruits CEO for Christian Leadership Alliance
Executive search firm The Dingman Company, Inc. has placed Tami Heim as president and chief executive officer of Christian Leadership Alliance. Ms. Heim brings extensive leadership experience to this role including her service as president of Borders Inc., and as executive vice president and chief publishing officer of Thomas Nelson Inc. Christian Leadership Alliance (CLA)
Kenexa and LinkedIn Form Alliance
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has partnered with LinkedIn. Kenexa's integrations with LinkedIn support candidates throughout the job application process and enable recruiters to work faster, smarter and more effectively in managing these candidates. The new tools are being incorporated into future product releases from Kenexa. Eric Lochner, president,
Technology Can Be Ineffective in Job Searches
Lee Hecht Harrison (LHH), a talent management solutions company, has revealed new research providing insights into the most effective methods for finding a job in today's tough economy. Their research revealed that networking was the most effective resource for finding new work; searching through job boards was least effective. Lee Hecht Harrison analyzed job search
Amrop Fills Top Marketing Post for Remy Cointreau
Amrop Battalia Winston has placed Mark Breene as CMO at Rémy Cointreau USA. The search was led by chairwoman and CEO, Dale Winston and her partner Joseph Carideo. Mr. Breene previously served as vice president – rums, Captain Morgan, Parrot Bay, Myers, Zacapa of Diageo PLC since March 1999. Rémy Cointreau is one of the
Horton Establishes Office in Netherlands
Horton International has announced the establishment of its presence in the Netherlands. The firm’s Dutch office was originally founded in 1984 under the name of DeMan & Partners. The office’s client base is a representative reflection of the overall market, from top multinationals to expanding new companies. Among core business sectors served are industry and
Advorto Partners with Human Resources Innovation and Solutions
Advorto, a European vendor of recruitment management systems, has appointed the Philippines-based HR solutions provider Human Resource Innovations and Solutions, Inc. (“HURIS”) as its exclusive country partner in the Philippines and Vietnam. HURIS will now manage Advorto’s distribution partner program and will distribute and support Advorto’s systems in those territories. HURIS specializes in providing organizations
PageUp People Adds Industry Veteran
International talent management solutions provider, PageUp People, has added Nicholas Adams as senior vice president of sales for the EMEA region. Based in the PageUp People London office, Mr. Adams draws upon more than 10 years of talent management expertise in his new role. Previously, he was the managing director, EMEA for Workscape, an ADP
Signium Adds U.K.-Based Snowdon Tate to Network
Snowdon Tate has joined global recruiting network of U.K.-based Signium International. Snowdon Tate was co-founded by Beth Cauldwell, David Sneesby and Alastair Paton in 2004 with expertise in the retail & consumer sector, media & technology, industrial, transport, life sciences & health, defense, energy & environmental, private equity, and professional services. “As the number of
Key Recruit Merges with Ed Bertolas Associates
Key Recruit, Inc. has merged with executive recruiter Ed Bertolas Associates. Key Recruit will continue focusing on the search and selection of senior level management for the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotech, CRO, and medical device industries. Ed Bertolas Associates has been identifying qualified individuals in the orthopedic, medical device, biotechnology, pharmaceutical and bio pharmaceutical sectors since
Sanford Rose Recruits CEO for IDS
Sanford Rose Associates’ San Diego office has placed Dr. Peter Bambic as CEO and GM at Immunodiagnostic Systems, Inc. (IDS). Dr. Bambic joins IDS after serving most recently as CEO of Adaltis, Inc. IDS is a company producing diagnostic testing kits for the clinical and research markets and with a focus on manual and automated
Dice Posts 36 Percent Revenue Gain
Dice Holdings, Inc./(NYSE:DHX), a career website for technology and engineering professionals, has recorded revenues of $46.8 million, an increase of 36 percent from $34.4 million in the comparable quarter of 2010. The increase was driven by 31 percent revenue growth at Dice.com and 29 percent at eFinancialCareers. The firm earned $9.3 million, or 13 cents
ICIMS Grows Staff
iCIMS, a provider of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) talent acquisition solutions, has named Darren Ault as director of client relations and Trinh Bui as manager of enterprise client relations. Mr. Ault will manage a team of Client Relationship Directors (CRDs), who oversee customer accounts and are dedicated to user adoption and satisfaction. He has more than 17
The Judge Group Grows China Operations
The Judge Group, a recruiting services provider, has renamed its China-based talent solutions business of outsourcing services to Judge China. The firm provides staffing solutions including contract-to-hire and executive search, along with contingent workforce management software solutions and services to China-based enterprises. Currently, there are two Judge China offices in Beijing and Shanghai. “China is
Stanton Chase Adds New Consultant
Executive search firm Stanton Chase International has added Andrew Cheshire as a new consultant. Mr. Cheshire has over 15 years of experience in the executive search industry specializing in wealth management and banking. He formerly served as an associate at Highland Partners. Stanton Chase has 71 offices in 45 countries, offering services in Asia/Pacific, Europe,
DHR Completes Search for Belk
DHR International has placed Mark Chandler as executive vice president of operations for Belk, Inc. The search was led by Julia Eakes and Bob Marchant, both executive vice presidents and managing directors in Washington, D.C., and Los Angeles, respectively, with assistance from Janae Barker, senior associate, and Madeleine Day, associate. Prior to joining Belk, Mr.
Kenexa Acquires Batrus Hollweg
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has acquired Batrus Hollweg (BHI). BHI's talent management solutions, particularly in the hospitality sector, along with their extensive research on talent management best practices, will add to the company's existing research and content portfolio. Founded in 1969 in Frisco, Texas, BHI specializes in talent
America’s Job Exchange Partners with U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs
America's Job Exchange (AJE) has formed a joint partnership with the United States Department of Veteran Affairs, to provide comprehensive resources and job listings on VetSuccess.gov, a site for veterans. The joint venture creates a resource for veterans looking to transition from military service to the civilian workforce. “Veterans face higher unemployment rates than their
CTPartners Records Flat Growth for Q3 2011
CTPartners Executive Search Inc./(NYSE:CTP) posted second quarter 2011 net revenue of $30.3 million, a decrease of 0.3 percent from $30.4 million a year ago. There were 269 confirmed searches in the third quarter of 2011, a 1.1% increase compared to the third quarter of 2010. Productivity, defined as average annualized net revenue per executive search
Boyden Adds to London Office
Boyden has added Neil McKay as a new partner in the firm's London office. Mr. McKay will help to further develop Boyden's U.K. and European financial services practice, with particular emphasis in corporate and investment banking. His background includes mergers & acquisitions, equity capital markets and corporate broking & restructuring. Prior to joining Boyden, he
