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Hiring the Right Executive vs the Best Executive
In today’s dynamic business environment, leadership success is not solely defined by accolades or pedigree, but by fit, adaptability, and alignment with organizational values. Companies increasingly recognize that choosing an executive who understands and complements their unique culture, structure, and goals often yields far better results than opting for the most high-profile candidate on paper.
Western Colorado University Retains AGB Search for Senior Assignment
Washington, D.C.-based recruitment firm AGB Search, which specializes in higher education leadership assignments, has been selected by Western Colorado University to lead in its search for vice president of advancement and executive director of the WCU Foundation. This unique opportunity allows a seasoned advancement executive to build on the momentum created from the highly successful Elevate Western Campaign.
Executive Recruiters Pull Off Another Remarkable Year, Remain Bullish for 2023
Hunt Scanlon Media has released its annual rankings of leading executive recruiters. In the U.S. and globally, billions of dollars poured into the high-end recruiting sector in 2022, a result of continued pentup demand for senior-level leaders and their key reports.
The Talent Studios Places CEO at GIBBON North America
The Talent Studios has placed Luke Droulez as the new CEO of GIBBON North America. The search was led by Katlyn Maloney and Jeremy Cohen. Mr. Droulez is an executive leader with a proven track record of scaling consumer brands from early stage to nine figures. He was an early executive leader and chief marketing officer of native digital
GDPR – The Perfect Time to Refresh Your Database
As executive search firms grapple with the complexities of GDPR, many are concerned that the new regulation will mean deleting thousands of records built up over many years. Surely there must be an alternative?
Pacific International Executive Search Expands Advisory Board
London-headquartered executive search firm Pacific International Executive Search has appointed Beth Albright to its advisory board. “Beth Albright is an exceptional addition to our advisory board,” said David Howells, CEO of Pacific International. “Her deep governance expertise, her track record of guiding organizations through IPOs, M&A integrations, and large-scale transformations, and her recognized leadership in human capital management
Asset Management’s Next Edge Is Organizational, Not Financial
Citrin Cooperman’s 2026 Asset Management Survey Report highlights an industry undergoing meaningful transition. Their survey of 300 senior leaders across private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, private credit, and funds of funds points to a market increasingly shaped by institutional capital, operational pressure, and changing investor expectations. What stands out most is not simply the economic uncertainty facing
TurnkeyZRG Seeking Men’s Lacrosse Head Coach for Fairfield University
TurnkeyZRG has been retained by Fairfield University to lead in a nationwide search for a new men’s lacrosse head coach. Katy Young Staudt, vice president, college & coaching practice, is leading the assignment. The head coach will be responsible for directing all phases of a championship-caliber Division I Men’s Lacrosse program within the NCAA and Coastal Athletic Association, with an
BroadView Talent Partners Recruits CEO for the Freestore Foodbank
BroadView Talent Partners has assisted in the recruitment of Kreg Keesee as the new president and CEO of the Freestore Foodbank. Christie Angel, Melania DaSilva Deaver, Donna Young, and Robyn Quinn led the assignment. “Kreg brings a proven track record of building high-performing teams and turning strategy into action,” board chair Dwinelva Zackery said. “We are confident he is the right leader to
Streamlining the Hiring Process to Secure Top Talent
In a competitive hiring market, speed and preparation can often make the difference between securing a top candidate and losing them to another opportunity. With many professionals exploring new roles while remaining fully employed, organizations must balance thorough evaluation with an efficient and well-coordinated recruitment process. The most successful employers are those that approach hiring
DHR Global Adds New Partner in Singapore
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has expanded with the addition of Veronique Denis-Pelliet as a partner in its technology and retail & consumer practices in Singapore. A seasoned executive with over 10 years of experience in executive search, ESG leadership, sales, and international business development, Ms. Denis-Pelliet has led multicultural teams and driven growth in Southeast Asia, China, Europe,
Assessing Business Development Talent Without Slowing the Hiring Process
Companies are placing greater emphasis on improving hiring accuracy as competition for high-performing talent intensifies across the market. Yet many organizations continue to rely on inconsistent interview practices, subjective evaluations, and selection processes that create unnecessary friction for both candidates and internal stakeholders. Most hiring failures do not happen because companies move too fast. They
Academic Search Recruits President for Henry Ford College
Academic Search has placed David M. Knezek as the seventh president of Henry Ford College. Shirley Robinson Pippins and Richard Cummins led the assignment. Mr. Knezek, currently serving as chief operating officer of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and as an elected Wayne County commissioner, will assume the presidency later this year, succeeding interim president Dr. Lori
Fabric.AI Taps Egon Zehnder for Critical Search
Global leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder has been retained by NASDAQ-traded AI infrastructure company Fabric.AI to lead the search for a senior project management executive. “Egon Zehnder’s reputation, global reach, and deep expertise across AI, advanced technologies, and organizational leadership make them an ideal partner for Fabric.AI at this stage of our growth,” said Josh Silverman, CEO of
Caldwell Expands in London and Madrid
Toronto-based Caldwell has expanded with the addition of Alex Langridge as a partner in the firm’s financial services practice. Based in London, Mr. Langridge advises clients across financial services and fintech on senior executive and board appointments, succession planning, organizational design, and transformational leadership hiring. “Alex’s appointment reflects our continued investment in expanding Caldwell’s financial
Fama Technologies Granted U.S. Patent on Foundational AI-Powered Social Media Screening Technology
Fama Technologies, providers of AI-powered online screening, has announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has allowed all claims in its patent application covering the foundational technology behind social media background screening. The patent, titled “System for Searching and Correlating Online Activity with Individual Classification Factors,” has a priority date of November
Updating How You Work So AI Can Actually Deliver
AI adoption is no longer a technology challenge, it is an operational one. Companies that generate lasting value from AI will be the ones willing to redesign workflows, redefine leadership responsibilities, and embed AI directly into how work gets done every day. Most companies will not fail at AI because they chose the wrong model,
Vetted Solutions Assists CoreNet Global with CEO Search
Following an extensive search process, Washington, D.C.-based Vetted Solutions has assisted in the recruitment of Vicki Worden as the new CEO of CoreNet Global. “Vicki Worden demonstrates exemplary leadership through her collaborative approach,” said Jamie Leary-Erickson, CoreNet Global board chair. “Vicki’s extensive experience in the architecture, engineering, and commercial real estate sectors, combined with her global perspective
BarkerGilmore Places Head of Legal at Vantage Elevator Solutions
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has placed Keinan Meginniss as VP, head of legal at Vantage Elevator Solutions. The search was led by Stephen Bell and Alison Waters. “Keinan joins the organization at an exciting time as the company continues to expand its operations and strengthen its leadership team
NGS Global Adds TalentXera
Wilmington, DE-headquartered executive search firm NGS Global has added Saúl Almendárez and his team at TalentXera. This expands the firm’s capabilities across Mexico and the broader Latin America region. Mr. Almendárez is based in Mexico City, where he has spent more than 20 years building an exceptional team and a highly regarded brand in the executive search industry. Along
IMD International Search Group Elects New Board Members
Global executive search consortium IMD International Search Group recently had delegates from member firms meet in Helsinki, Finland, and announced the election of several board members. Ben Tucker (Minerva, IMD U.K.) transitions from director to VP finance and legal. Eva Nielsen (Lisberg, IMD Sweden) is reelected for a second mandate as director while Terhi Heikkinen (IMS Talent,
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Launch Recruiter Performance Training Program
The executive search industry has a training challenge. For years, recruiting firms have depended on apprenticeship-style development, learning through observation, informal mentoring, and varying management approaches. That model works for some, but it does not scale effectively. In a market increasingly shaped by AI, speed, precision, and commercial demands, inconsistent recruiter performance is no longer
Executive Search Firms Confront the AI Transformation
As AI rapidly reshapes the executive search landscape, recruiting firms are facing growing pressure to modernize how they identify, assess, and engage leadership talent. Industry experts say AI-driven sourcing, predictive analytics, and automation tools are helping firms accelerate search timelines and expand candidate reach, while also forcing recruiters to rethink where their true value lies.
Cooper Coleman Recruits CFO the Center for Child Protection
Cooper Coleman LLC has placed William Wade as chief financial officer of the Center for Child Protection (CCP) in Austin, TX. The national search was led by Johnny Cooper, founder and CEO of Cooper Coleman. “Dion brings the kind of strategic thinking and mission alignment CCP needs in its CFO,” said Mr. Cooper. “They are doing remarkable work,
Boyden Assists Kerry’s Place Autism Services with CEO Search
Boyden has recruited Normandie Wragg as the new president and CEO of Kerry’s Place Autism Services in Ontario. The appointment follows the previously announced retirement of CEO Susan VanDeVelde-Coke at the end of June. The search was led by partners Jim Stonehouse and Pamela Colquhoun, and Kathy Luu, senior associate. “Normandie is a highly accomplished, values-driven
Modern Executive Solutions Expands Technology Practice
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Moises Velilla as managing director in its technology practice. He brings deep experience advising organizations on senior leadership hiring and talent strategy across technology and transformation. Mr. Velilla specializes in advising clients on executive talent strategy and recruiting transformative technology and professional services leaders. He
AI’s Next Test: Can It Actually Drive Growth?
A massive opportunity, and a critical trust gap, is emerging among corporate leaders. According to EY-Parthenon’s Growth Survey of 271 U.S. executives, 78 percent believe AI will accelerate growth, even as nearly 80 percent say the growth environment has become more challenging over the past year. Yet only about a third trust AI inputs for high-stakes decisions such
Retained vs. Contingent Search: Choosing the Right Executive Search Model
As companies navigate increasingly complex leadership challenges, the pressure to make the right executive hiring decision has never been greater. Boards and leadership teams are looking beyond resumes and credentials, placing greater emphasis on cultural alignment, long-term business impact, and a candidate’s ability to guide organizations through growth, transformation, and uncertainty. At the same time,
Brettschneider Executive Search Completes Search for Western Colorado University
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search recently assisted in the recruitment of Sharoni Little as dean of Western Colorado University’s School of Business. “Dr. Little’s forward-thinking approach will help shape the future of business education at Western, creating opportunities for students to thrive in today’s competitive economy,” said Brad Baca, president. With a career spanning academia, corporate leadership,
Ren Systems Appoints Head of Product
Ren Systems, an AI-powered relationship intelligence platform used by sales, business development, and professional services leaders, recently expanded with the addition of Nick Wynja as head of product. “As we’ve scaled Ren to 70+ enterprise customers and accelerated our feature release cycle, it became clear that we needed focused product leadership,” the company said in
How Companies are Using Interim CFOs
In recent years, the role and responsibilities of CFOs have grown greatly beyond their historical boundaries. No longer seen simply as stewards of the company’s financial management, compliance, and reporting, a Raconteur report recently noted that CFOs today are taking an increasingly prominent role as key strategic partners to the CEO, tapping vast troves of data
R. J. Watkins & Company Completes Search for San Diego Regional EDC
San Diego-based executive search firm R. J. Watkins & Company has placed Barry Broome as president and chief executive officer of San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation. Mr. Broome was previously at the helm of the Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) for more than six years. San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation is supported by
DHR Grows Minneapolis Office
DHR International has named Clare Cizek as executive vice president in the firm’s Minneapolis office where will focus her search work in the healthcare, life science, industrial, consumer, retail, and diversity practice areas. Ms. Cizek has been conducting executive search for 23 years at the CEO and senior executive level in a variety of functional
Kenexa Partners with GreenJobInterview.com
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has partnered with GreenJobInterview.com. GreenJobInterview.com provides the proprietary technology that enables interviewers and candidates to interact face-to-face in real time while minimizing costs, maximizing time and reducing environmental impact. Under the terms of the agreement, Kenexa has integrated GreenJobInterview's virtual video interview capabilities into
hrQ Adds Recruiter in Houston
hrQ, an executive search and professional services firm focused exclusively on the human resources profession, has added Cindi Armer to its Houston team. Ms. Armer, who has more than 10 years of business experience specializing in human resources and talent acquisition, will serve as managing consultant providing HR search services. “Cindi’s corporate and third-party talent
TRANSEARCH Grows Miami Office
TRANSEARCH International has added Alejandro Franco and Alexandre Pacchiele to its Miami office. Mr. Franco becomes the senior client partner for renewable energy industry. Prior to joining TRANSEARCH Latin America, he co-founded Omnigenus Energy, a consulting firm for renewable energy focusing in Latin America. Mr. Pacchiele specializes in supply chain, industry and services markets and
Major, Lindsey & Africa Completes Search for Petro Harvester Oil and Gas
Search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa has placed Kathleen McLaurin as senior vice president and general counsel of Petro Harvester Oil and Gas. The search was led by Pete Boerner, managing director in MLA’s Houston office. “Kathleen is the ideal person for this position,” said Mr. Boerner. “She is a seasoned lawyer with significant oil
Talent Management Provider Lumesse Selected by NEM B.V.
Lumesse, a global provider of integrated talent management solutions, has been chosen by NEM B.V. to implement a new Lumesse TalentLink (Talent Acquisition/e-recruitment) solution in the Netherlands. NEM is a globally leading company in the design and supply of steam generating equipment. Lumesse CEO, Matthew Parker, said: “With Lumesse TalentLink NEM will benefit from improved
eQuest and OptiJob Form Alliance
Job posting distribution and job posting management provider, eQuest, and OptiJob have formed a partnership where they will provide companies higher visibility in the social and mobile media space to better reach prospective candidates. The collection of participating social media sites includes Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Viadeo and XING, as well as other social media destinations.
The Buller Group Adds Former Futurestep Exec
The Buller Group, an international human capital services and recruiting firm, has added Tom Birmingham as vice president of strategic client solutions. Mr. Birmingham brings more than 30 years of human resources and consulting experience to Buller. He has worked with leading organizations including the SEC, Northrop Grumman, Raytheon, The Coca-Cola Company, Volkswagen of America,
Coker Group Acquires Healthcare Search Firm Nagle & Associates
Coker Group has expanded its consulting services division with the acquisition of Nagle & Associates, a healthcare-focused executive search firm. Coker Group will draw on the acquired firm's expertise in executive search and organizational development. Nagle & Associates president, Chip Nagle, stated: “The values and culture of Coker Group are closely aligned with our own.
Russell Reynolds Associates Taps CEO for Provident New York Bancorp
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has recruited Jack Kopnisky to serve as the new president and chief executive officer of Provident New York Bancorp. Mr. Kopnisky will be replacing former CEO George Strayton. Provident Bank is the largest independent full-service community bank in the lower Hudson Valley. With 39 offices and
Spencer Stuart Names Chairman of Greater China
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has appointed Simon Fenton as the new chairman of its Greater China operations. Mr. Fenton was the former head of Spencer Stuart's business in Brazil, India and China. He has been relocated from Spencer Stuart's U.K. office to Hong Kong. Spencer Stuart is an executive search firm with 51 offices
Workday Selected by Time Warner
Workday, Inc. has announced that Time Warner Inc. will use Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) and Payroll to organize its employee data and payroll information. Workday's multi-tenant SaaS HCM solution will provide Time Warner with a single system to organize its employee data and payroll information. Dave Duffield, Workday co-CEO and chief customer advocate, said:
Boyden Global Executive Search Adds to Miami Office
Boyden has added Thomas Connelly as a managing director in its Miami office. Mr. Connelly will play a key role in developing Boyden's links to the firm's fast growing Latin American offices and he will serve as a conduit for the burgeoning economic relationship between the Miami area and the Asia Pacific region. "Tom brings
Cook Associates Places CFO at New MeatCo Provisions
Chicago-based Cook Associates Executive Search has placed Daniel Koskovich as chief financial officer at New Meatco Provisions, LLC. The search was led by Colleen Hulce, managing director and head of the firm’s CFO and financial officers practice. New Meatco Provisions is a distributor of protein products to the Hispanic retail channel in Southern and Central
SourceRight Solutions Unveils Talent Communities Solution
SourceRight Solutions, a division of recruiting giant SFN Group, has unveiled a new Talent Communities solution, which is designed to attract talent through highly interactive, online social communities. Fully configurable and consistent with the customer's brand, Talent Communities provides companies with a private, web-based social network that is customized to meet the exclusive needs of
Express Hiring Trends Survey Sees Employer Confidence Increasing
Nearly half (42 percent) of company leaders have either recently implemented or plan to implement bringing in new staff (temporary or full-time) in the third quarter, according to a national hiring trends survey conducted by Express Employment Professionals, a privately-held staffing companies. “We're seeing employers' confidence levels increase slightly,” said Robert A. Funk, CEO of
AVUE Technologies Creates New HR Software Solution
Avue Technologies has announced the launch of iAvue, a new human resources software solution that allows federal agencies complete management of job postings online. iAvue is now available for job postings at http://www.avuecentral.com. From iAvue, positions are posted to avuecentral.com and USAJobs, and users are able to electronically verify the posting, receive the job reference
Pedersen & Partners Opens Office in London
Executive search firm Pedersen & Partners has opened a new office in the UK. Ulrik Rasmussen, partner in charge of Western Europe, will be leading the operations of the new office. “Establishing the presence in London is a logical step in our growth strategy as many of the clients that operate in the markets where
Rurak & Associates Completes Search for IWG
Rurak & Associates has recruited Edwin Flynn as the new president of International Wire Group’s Bare Wire & Cable Division. International Wire Group, Inc. headquartered in Camden, New York is the largest bare copper wire and copper wire products manufacturer in the United States with expanding operations in Europe. Based in Washington, D.C., and London,
Sheffield Haworth Names Managing Director
London-based Sheffield Haworth has named John Jaenisch as a managing director covering cash equities, derivatives and prime brokerage for the Americas. Mr. Jaenisch joins the firm from Corcoran Partners, the specialist equities and hedge fund search firm which he founded in 2001. Tim Sheffield, group CEO, said: “We are delighted to welcome John to our
Harvey Nash USA Adds VP Northeast Sales
Harvey Nash USA, the U.S. division of the global search and talent solutions firm Harvey Nash, has announced the appointment of Tom Roach as vice president of Northeast sales. Mr. Roach will be responsible for assisting the Northeast sales team in growing its customer base and expanding its service lines to existing customers. “We are
Sanford Rose Grows San Francisco Operations
Sanford Rose Associates – San Francisco, a specialized executive search firm focused on serving its clients in the life sciences arena, has named Eduard Alberts, Ph.D. as vice president and managing partner. Dr. Alberts has over 20 years of experience and success in the life sciences industry, both domestically and internationally, as well as across
Reed.co.uk Creates New Job Board
U.K. job board reed.co.uk has launched a new '£50k+' channel to match jobseekers to higher paying roles. The new job section features more than 8,500 permanent, contract and interim roles across 36 industry sectors, all paying a minimum of £50,000 a year. Martin Warnes, managing director of reed.co.uk, said: “With rising living costs and an
Online Labor Demand Down 99,700 in June
Online advertised vacancies were down 99,700 in June to 4,371,500 according to according to The Conference Board’s Help Wanted OnLine Data Series (HWOL). The June drop partially offsets the rise of 148,800 in May. The supply/demand rate stands at 3.11, indicating there were just over 3 unemployed for every online advertised vacancy in May, the
Taleo Releases Onboarding Solution
Taleo, a provider of on demand talent management solutions, has released a new and expanded Taleo OnBoard which will enable companies to quickly and easily onboard employees without the use of costly service engagements. This scalable solution easily adapts to changing requirements and engages new hires on their first day of work to speed productivity.
Warren Partners Joins Forces with Atticus Partnership
Executive search boutique Warren Partners has joined forces with London-based search consultancy Atticus Partnership. Atticus managing director Marcus Lorenzo joins Warren Partners, bringing eight years' experience of conducting U.K. and international executive search and talent management programs for FTSE 250, Fortune 500, Midcap and SME businesses. The move further complements Warren Partners' reach, and is
Heidrick & Struggles to Lead CFO Search for OM Group
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has been selected by OM Group, Inc. to lead in its search for a new chief financial officer. Kenneth Haber, the company's current CFO, has informed the company of his decision to retire in order to pursue personal interests. OM Group is a global solutions provider of
TheRightThing Creates New Recruiting Solution
Global recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) provider The RightThing has launched RightThingRecruit, a comprehensive technology suite that manages candidates throughout the entire recruiting lifecycle. Built from the recruitment trainers and developers of AIRS sourcing technology, RightThingRecruit combines sourcing, recruiting, contact relationship management (CRM), applicant tracking, onboarding and reporting into one OFCCP-compliant platform. “Today, talent acquisition leaders
Halogen Software Partners with SmartPost
Halogen Software has partnered with SmartPost, a distribution channel for job postings, to integrate SmartPost’s sourcing network with Halogen eRecruitment. The partnership enables Halogen eRecruitment customers to automatically post job requisitions to thousands of job boards to streamline their sourcing and recruiting activities. Halogen eRecruitment is an applicant tracking system that integrates the recruiting process
TheLadders.com Launches Career Advancement Tool
Online job service TheLadders.com has introduced Signature, a six-month program that assists $100K+ professionals find the next step in their career. Selected participants who actively engage in all components of the Signature program are guaranteed a job offer or they receive their money back. The program combines personalized career coaching with TheLadders best practices for
