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Assembly Recruits President and GM, Data & Analytics for insightsoftware
Austin, TX-based executive search firm Assembly has assisted in the recruitment of Matt Belkin as the new president and GM, data & analytics at insightsoftware. “It was a pleasure to work with the insightsoftware team once again, and we wish Matt and the entire team continued success,” Assembly said in a LinkedIn post. Mr. Belkin has more than 25
Kincannon & Reed Recruits President for AGCO Corporation’s PTx
Kincannon & Reed, which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has helped to recruit Brian Sorbe as president of AGCO Corporation’s PTx. “I am thrilled to welcome Brian to the AGCO team as the leader of our exciting PTx technology portfolio,” said Eric Hansotia, chairman, president and CEO. “His passion for agriculture and
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.
Why Succession Planning Is Critical to Reducing Leadership Risk
Most organizations have something they refer to as a succession plan — a spreadsheet, a nine-box grid updated once a year and then put away, or an annual HR review. But very few can answer the question that truly matters: if a critical leader left tomorrow, would the organization be able to keep executing? That’s
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?
Rokos Group Seeking Chief Medical Officer for Center for Elders’ Independence
Newport Beach, CA-based executive search firm Rokos Group has been selected by Center for Elders’ Independence (CEI) to lead in its search for a chief medical officer. Reporting to the president and CEO, the chief medical officer will serve as CEI’s senior physician executive and a full member of the executive leadership team. This is a strategic
ADK Consulting & Executive Search Assists the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority with CEO Search
ADK Consulting & Executive Search recently assisted in the recruitment of Cris Jensen as the new president and CEO of the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority (RTAA). Rod Dinger led the assignment. “It is my honor to announce the board has chosen Cris Jensen to serve as the next president and CEO, and his contract negotiations are currently underway,” said Shaun Carey, chair of
How CEOs Can Overcome Setbacks and Emerge Stronger
Executive search firms are increasingly being called upon to assess more than a candidate’s track record of growth, transformation, and financial performance. As boards search for CEOs capable of leading through persistent uncertainty, resilience has become a critical component of the leadership profile. Search consultants are placing greater emphasis on how executives have responded to
Occam Global Recruits CFO for eGenesis
New York City-based executive search firm Occam Global has placed Glenn Vraniak as CFO of eGenesis, a biotechnology company developing human-compatible engineered organs for transplantation. “eGenesis is entering a pivotal stage in our evolution as we prepare to advance our programs through clinical development and lay the foundation for future commercialization,” said Mike Curtis, CEO of eGenesis.
Maven Partnership Names Partner and Consultants
Global talent advisory firm Maven Partnership has recently promoted Tom Chambers to partner, Seb Coughlin as consultant, and George Roberts to consultant. “We are delighted to announce the well-deserved promotions of several exceptional individuals here at Maven Partnership, Will Hannaford, chief executive officer. “We’re committed to the growth and development of our people, and it’s fantastic to
The Execution Era: How Transformation Is Reshaping Private Equity
Most PE value creation plans don’t fail on strategy. They fail between the plan and the doing. With longer holds and less forgiving exit windows, delivery discipline is carrying more of the return, according to a new report from Wilton & Bain’s Jack Syred and James Royall. The report reflects patterns Wilton & Bain has
JDG Associates Retained by the Institute for Defense Analyses to Lead VP of Corporate Operations Search
Rockville, MD-based executive search firm JDG Associates has been tapped by the Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) to lead its search for their vice president of corporate operations, based in Alexandria, VA. IDA seeks a seasoned operational and business transformation leader to modernize systems, processes, and service delivery across the organization. Serving as a corporate officer and
Modern Executive Solutions adds Partner to Lead Growth of M1 Talent Community
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has appointed Bria Bass as as partner, where she will lead the continued growth and expansion of the M1 Talent Community across North America and Europe. “Bria brings a rare combination of executive advisory, deep community-building experience, and an exceptional ability to connect leaders in meaningful ways,” said Mark Oppenheimer, CEO
AI Is Rewriting the Executive Hiring Playbook
Insight Partners’ latest research suggests the AI era is creating a new executive hiring playbook. Based on more than 400 executive searches and interviews with over 1,400 leadership candidates, the firm’s talent team argues that many of the characteristics defining today’s strongest product and engineering leaders would have been viewed as weaknesses only a few years
FMG Leading Acquires Market Intelligence And Strategic Advisory Firm BroadBranch Advisors
Human capital advisory firm FMG Leading has acquired market intelligence and strategic advisory firm BroadBranch Advisors. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. “In today’s high-pressure landscape, translating forward-looking intelligence into action faster and more effectively is critical for our clients, especially in the investor-backed healthcare space,” said Matt Brubaker, chairman and CEO of FMG Leading. “By
PARC Street Group Places Chief Operating Officer for Mission Valley Bank
PARC Street Group has assisted in the recruitment Amanda Connell as chief operating officer at Mission Valley Bank. This search was completed by PARC Street Group senior executive search consultant Michelle Davis, executive recruiter Tabassum Nagpurwala, and executive search associate Priscilla Chacon. Ms. Connell brings more than 15 years of progressive leadership experience across community
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Build a New Performance Model for Executive Recruiters
As the executive search industry faces growing pressure to deliver stronger and more consistent results, firms are reassessing how recruiters are trained, developed, and prepared to meet changing client demands. A few months ago, Hunt Scanlon and its HSiQ Talent Intelligence advisory unit introduced the Recruiter Performance Training Program, a practical, execution-focused system designed to
U.S. Payrolls Fall by 23,000 in July as Unemployment Rate Dips to 4.1 Percent
Employment fell by 23,000 in July as the U.S. unemployment rate stood at 4.1 percent, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. The number of unemployed people, at 6.9 million, changed little in July. Among the major worker groups, the unemployment rates for teenagers (12.1 percent) and people who are Hispanic (4.6 percent) declined
Parker Remick Expands with New Partner
Seattle, WA-based Parker Remick has appointed Adam Szepkouski as partner of consulting excellence. The firm explained that this hire reflects a broader push to refine execution and scale delivery as demand for senior technology leaders accelerates. The appointment comes at a time of structural change in technology leadership. AI is reshaping how technology organizations are built and
The Data Migration Paralysis Problem: Why Firms Stay on Old Platforms Too Long
Technology has become a defining competitive advantage for executive search firms, yet many organizations continue to rely on aging platforms that no longer innovate. While artificial intelligence, automation, and data-driven workflows are reshaping the industry, the hesitation to replace legacy systems often leaves firms struggling with inefficiencies that quietly accumulate over time. The greatest obstacle
Recruiterflow Offers Four-Step Playbook for Building an AI-Native Search Firm
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how executive search firms identify talent, manage information, engage candidates, and serve clients. But adopting an AI-powered platform alone does not make a recruiting organization AI-native. The larger challenge is integrating technology across the search lifecycle in ways that improve decision-making, strengthen execution, and allow consultants to devote more attention
Kirk Palmer Associates Recruits Chief Merchandising Officer for Belk
Retail-focused executive search firm Kirk Palmer Associates has helped to recruit Molly Taylor as chief merchandising officer at retailer Belk, where she will lead merchandising strategy and vision across all product categories. Melissa Sussberg and Alexa Liebman led the assignment. Ms. Taylor is a merchandising executive with over 30 years of experience connecting topline vision to bottom-line performance
The Forces Reshaping Executive Search
As organizations face accelerating business transformation, leadership succession, and rapid advances in artificial intelligence, the demands placed on executive search firms continue to evolve. Clients are looking for more than candidate identification—they increasingly expect strategic guidance, deeper market intelligence, and advisors capable of helping them navigate an increasingly complex leadership landscape. Those themes emerged consistently
Bryant Group Fills Senior Position for the University of Washington
Dallas-based executive search and talent development firm Bryant Group has assisted in the recruitment of Justin Michalka as vice president for university development at the University of Washington (UW). The search was led by firm president Chris Bingley. “I’m delighted to welcome Justin to the University of Washington,” said Mary Gresch, senior vice president for university advancement. “He is a
SPMB Expands Financial Officer and Private Equity Practices
SPMB Executive Search has appointed Christy Mihos as a partner in the firm’s financial officer and private equity practices. “Christy is one of the most accomplished CFO search practitioners in the market, and we are thrilled to welcome him to SPMB,” said Dave Mullarkey, managing partner at SPMB. “His track record of advising PE firms and technology companies on
Executive Talent Market Faces New Pressures as AI and Private Equity Reshape Leadership Demand
The executive talent market continues to tighten as private investment accelerates, experienced leaders retire, and organizations compete for executives capable of driving growth and transformation. At the same time, artificial intelligence is changing the capabilities companies expect from senior leaders, while consulting and private equity firms rethink how they build leadership teams and evaluate potential.
Carpenter Legal Search Recruits General Counsel for Park Corporation
Legal recruiting remains an active area for executive search firms as corporations, law firms, government agencies, and other organizations compete for experienced legal talent. Employment of lawyers is projected to grow four percent from 2024 to 2034, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, with approximately 31,500 openings expected each year as employers add
Signium Opens New Office in Hamburg, Germany
Executive search consortium Signium has opened a new office in Hamburg, Germany. The new office is led by Moritz Drerup, managing partner, who joined Signium with more than a decade of executive search experience and a highly focused practice in technology and AI leadership. The Hamburg office represents a natural evolution for Mr. Drerup’s established executive search practice, combining his specialist expertise with the reach,
Executive Search Strategies for Leadership Success
As organizations navigate rapid change, leadership decisions have become increasingly consequential, placing greater pressure on executive search firms to identify candidates who can deliver both immediate impact and long-term value. Success at the highest levels depends on far more than filling a vacancy—it requires a disciplined search strategy that combines market intelligence, rigorous assessment, and
Leverage AI in Your Job Search: When to Use It and When Not To
Artificial intelligence has been changing the way people search for jobs. From optimizing resumes to preparing for interviews, AI has become a valuable resource for candidates looking to streamline the process. The key is knowing how to use it effectively, according to a recent report from New York City headquartered executive search firm Solomon Page. “AI
CHRO Perspectives for 2024 and Beyond
A notable lack of confidence in leadership, coupled with significant skepticism around overall business performance, is raising concerns among HR and people leaders. Pressing questions are emerging about leadership capabilities that demand attention. When a recent report from Leathwaite queried about prioritized current people challenges, leadership capabilities emerged as the top concern, followed by organizational
Heidrick & Struggles Expands Leadership Consulting Practice
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has appointed Mark Nadler as partner in its leadership consulting practice. Mr. Nadler comes to Heidrick from Oliver Wyman Delta where he served as partner and specialized in consulting to CEOs, boards, and senior executives of major corporations on effective leadership and organizational change. Much of his
Tatum Strengthens Healthcare Practice
Executive services firm Tatum LLC has added three key senior professionals to its healthcare practice to strengthen and reinforce the services offered to help healthcare organizations resolve strategic, operational and financial challenges. As a new partner with Tatum, Cindi Long will be responsible for serving the company's portfolio of healthcare clients. Prior to Tatum, she
Summit Search Solutions Selected by Pacific Oaks College & Children’s School
Summit Search Solutions, Inc., an executive search firm that specializes in higher education, has been retained by Pacific Oaks College & Children's School to lead in its search for a new president. Founded in 1959 by a small group of Quaker families, Pacific Oaks College is dedicated to the fundamental Quaker principles of inclusion, social
PeopleAnswers Signs Deal with Greystar Real Estate Partners
PeopleAnswers has signed a new software licensing agreement with Greystar Real Estate Partners, a multifamily property management company. The PeopleAnswers HR solution will provide a web-based platform to assist with managing a number of electronic resumes and applications candidates submitted to Greystar. Greystar's talent management team will use the new technology to support their existing
Kelly Services Records 16 Percent Revenue Gain
Kelly Services, Inc./(NASDAQ:KELY), a global provider of workforce solutions, has posted revenue for the second quarter of 2010 of $1.4 billion, a 16 percent increase from revenues of $1.21 billion in 2010. The company had earnings of $21 million, or 53 cents a share, compared with of $3.9 million, or 11 cents a share, a
Grafton Employment Group Expands Group Board
The Grafton Employment Group, an employment and HR solutions company in Ireland and Central Eastern Europe, has made five appointments to its group board. Robert Dix is appointed to the role of group chairman, Niall Keyes takes on the role of partner for the CEE region, Vivienne Jupp assumes the role of non executive director,
Spencer Stuart to Lead CEO Search for Clorox
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been selected by consumer products giant The Clorox Company to recruit a new chief executive officer. Carl C. Icahn, the largest shareholder of Clorox, recently offered a $10.7 billion takeover bid for the company; when he was rebuffed he proposed dumping the entire board of directors and replacing it
Kenexa Launches Social Solutions for Recruiting
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has launched Kenexa Social Solutions, a multi-faceted set of social recruiting tools. The new solution draws on Kenexa's industry expertise in sourcing, recruiting, employment branding and social media to deliver positive outcomes for hiring employers as well as job candidates. Included in Kenexa Social
CareerBliss Adds Former Monster Exec
CareerBliss, an online career community, added has Jim Dwyer as its global director of strategic partnerships. Mr. Dwyer was previously global director at Monster Worldwide. He specializes in digital marketing, recruitment and client acquisition strategy, global business development, strategic partnerships and redefining the online career space. Heidi Golledge, co-founder and CEO of CareerBliss, said: “Jim
Bond International to be Implemented by Mega Force
Recruitment software provider Bond International Software has announced that Mega Force, which offers a range of innovative and customized staffing solutions to many of the top companies in North Carolina, will use Bond’s flagship recruiting software, Adapt as well as IT outsourcing provided by Bond. “With Bond supporting all IT needs for Mega Force, we
Odgers Berndtson Adds Head of U.S. Asset Management Practice
Executive search firm Odgers Berndtson has added Alexander G. Thomson as a partner in its Boston office and head of its U.S. asset management practice. Mr. Thomson has more than 16 years experience as an executive recruiter, conducting domestic and international C-level searches for clients across the asset management spectrum including real estate, debt, and
RSR Partners Opens in New York City
RSR Partners, a corporate governance and executive search firm based in Greenwich, Conn., has opened an office in New York City. The New York City office will allow the company to be closer to its clients and talent, particularly in the areas of private equity and financial services. “There is no executive search firm quite
hrQ Expands in Houston
hrQ, an executive search and professional services firm focused exclusively on the human resources profession, has appointed Lonnie Bane to its Houston team. Mr. Bane, who has more than 30 years of business experience specializing in human resources and business development, will serve as principal consultant focused on business development and human resources consulting services.
FlemingMartin Recruits CFO for Munchkin
Executive search firm FlemingMartin LLC has placed Gary Rolfes as chief financial officer of Munchkin, Inc. Most recently, Mr. Rolfes served as CFO at LRN Corporation. Founded in 1991, Munchkin, Inc. is a private company that creates innovative baby and toddler products across a broad range of categories. FlemingMartin is a retained executive search firm
JobS2Web Announces Latest Version of Recruitment Marketing Platform
Jobs2web, a provider of interactive recruiting solutions, has announced the release of version 3.0 of the company's Recruitment Marketing Platform. The Recruitment Marketing Platform (RMP) is Jobs2web's platform that helps recruiters measure and optimize their interactive recruitment marketing. Specifically devoted to improving how recruiting intelligence is used in talent acquisition, this release focuses on the
Boyden Selects Trina Gordon as New President and CEO
Boyden has selected Trina Gordon as the firm’s new president and chief executive officer. The firm’s board also elected Dr. Gerhard Raisig as chairman. The board’s decision further extends Ms. Gordon’s leadership of Boyden; most recently, Ms. Gordon has served as chairman of the Boyden World Corporation board and managing director of the firm’s Chicago
PrincetonOne Adds New Recruitment Specialists
PrincetonOne, a total recruitment services provider based in Skillman, NJ, has added eight new employees to its team staffing specialists. Rosina Ayala joins the company specializing in the accounting and finance industries. Ben DiPaolo joins PrincetonOne as a project coordinator in Cleveland; he specializes in recruiting for companies in the business services and manufacturing fields.
DHR Fills Board Position for ThermoGenesis
DHR International has placed Robin Stracey as a member of the board of directors at ThermoGenesis Corporation. Executive vice president, managing director and global life sciences practice leader John Baker led the search for DHR with assistance from J.L. Baker, principal, life sciences practice. Mr. Stracey currently serves as chairman, president and chief executive officer
IIC Partners Adds Salveson Stetson Group as Member Firm
IIC Partners has added Radnor, Philadelphia-based multi-specialty retained executive search firm Salveson Stetson Group (SSG) as its latest member, bringing the total number of offices to 53 in 37 countries including six in the U.S. Salveson Stetson Group was founded in 1996 by HR consultants John Salveson and Sally Stetson.
Payroll Solutions International Partners with ExactHire
Payroll Solutions International Inc. (PSI) has entered into a strategic partnership with ExactHire to provide applicant tracking software solutions to mid-sized organizations with employees in North America and Internationally. ExactHire's talent management software leverages technology to streamline traditional, manual talent acquisition and onboarding processes, making them paperless and more efficient. “This new strategic partnership strengthens
JBK Associates Expands with Office in Florida
Executive talent solutions firm JBK Associates has opened a new office in Phillips Point, West Palm Beach, FL to support the firm’s continued growth. The West Palm Beach office is the third office for JBK Associates, which is headquartered in Englewood, N.J., and has a satellite office in Atlanta. Founder, president and CEO Julie Kampf
The Judge Group Names Head of Human Capital Management Division
The Judge Group, a provider recruiting services, has appointed Sanjay Shah as president of the firm's new human capital management solutions division. Mr. Shah has held positions in information technology and procurement for over 15 years, and also helped to build an off-shore quality assurance team in his previous role at a human resource services
3P Consultants Completes Search for DSM
Executive search firm 3P Consultants Pvt. Ltd has recruited Puneet Kumar as director of corporate affairs for DSM. Mr. Kumar joins DSM from Wipro where he served as general manager of corporate affairs. DSM is a $9 billion Global Life Sciences and Material Sciences company. 3P Consultants Pvt. Ltd, a member of the Association of
Pilat HR Solutions Acquires ITCOM Informational Systems
Pilat HR Solutions, a provider of human capital management technology and professional services, has acquired ITCOM Information Systems, Ltd., an Israel-based information systems consulting, accompaniment and implementation company. Terms and conditions of the deal were not disclosed. With this acquisition, the firm expands its human capital management offerings to provide employers with customer relationship management
Workday Selected by Thomson Reuters
Workday, Inc. has announced that Thomson Reuters will use Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) and Payroll for worker data in more than 100 countries. Additionally, Workday will provide an intuitive interface, unified HCM and Payroll for local and global workforce management, real-time workforce visibility, and the ability to conduct HR-related tasks and workforce analytics from
Heidrick & Struggles Selects New CFO
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has named Richard W. Pehlke as executive vice president and chief financial officer. "As we continue to bring our leadership advisory platform to life in the marketplace, Rich will be an instrumental part of our executive team in positioning Heidrick & Struggles for the next phase of
McGregor Boyall Creates New Insurance Financial Services Practice
Executive recruiter McGregor Boyall has launched a new insurance and financial services practice and assigned Paul Byrne as its head. Mr. Byrne will head up a new team focusing on senior to mid-level IT and business change roles within the insurance and retail financial services sector. “We’re supporting a number of large business change and
HRsmart Grows Middle East Team
HRsmart International, a global talent management software company, has added Wissam Charaf to its Middle Eastern team. Mr. Charaf will assume the role of regional sales manager for HRsmart in the Gulf Region and the Middle East. Prior to joining HRsmart, he handled challenging sales roles across the Middle East, Europe, and Africa. He started
B.E. Smith Places CFO at Great Plains Medical Center
Executive recruiting firm B.E. Smith has placed Krystal Claymore as chief financial officer of Great Plains Regional Medical Center. Ms. Claymore is a seasoned healthcare executive with over 11 years of senior leadership experience. Great Plains is a full-service medical center that offers inpatient and outpatient services in more than 25 medical specialties. Founded in
Saba Adds Country Manager in India
Saba, a provider of human capital management (HCM) solutions, has added Jayesh Thakkar as country manager for India. He will join Saba's Asia Pacific management team and lead efforts to continue to capture emerging growth opportunities throughout the Indian region. Mr. Thakkar has 22 years of experience in the IT industry with diverse professional experience
Greenwich Harbor Partners Places CTO at LIN Media
Greenwich Harbor Partners has placed Brett Jenkins as chief technology officer for LIN Media. Mr. Jenkins came from ION Media Networks where he was vice president of technology. Carrie Pryor, managing partner of Greenwich Harbor Partners, led the search. LIN Media, along with its subsidiaries, is a local multimedia company that owns, operates or services
