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ExactSearch.AI Debuts with AI-Powered Tools and Transparent Pricing Model for Executive Search
ExactSearch.AI has launched a new model for retained executive search finding senior talent with faster results, partner-led service, and fees at half the cost of traditional retained search firms. “Organizations are tired of paying high fees to find great leaders, and waiting months to get them,” said Mike Caggiano, co-founder and CEO. “We built ExactSearch.AI
Nexus Search Partners Fills Key Role for the Charlotte Hornets
Nexus Search Partners, an executive search and advisory firm in Charlotte, NC, has assisted in the recruitment of Jon DeLord as vice president of business intelligence at Hornets Sports & Entertainment (HSE), home of the Charlotte Hornets. “This placement reflects what makes our work at Nexus distinctive,” said Thaddeus Jones, founder and managing partner of
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.
Bell Oaks Executive Search Seeking Chief Finance and Administrative Officer for the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation
Atlanta-based Bell Oaks Executive Search is currently seeking a chief finance and administrative officer (CFAO) for the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation (WRF). The assignment is being led by partner Cynthia J. Moreland and senior search consultant Abi Gamino. The CFAO will serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and a key member of the executive
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?
Leadership Advisory Enters a New Capital Cycle
Private capital is making one of its strongest moves yet into the leadership advisory sector. Recent investments by KKR in ghSMART and Advent International in Heidrick & Struggles represent more than headline transactions. Together, they signal a growing conviction among investors that leadership advisory firms occupy a unique position within the modern enterprise, helping organizations navigate leadership succession, organizational effectiveness, talent assessment, and
Crist|Kolder Places CFO at Mondelēz International
Crist|Kolder Associates has placed Amit Banati as executive vice president and chief financial officer of NASDAQ-traded Mondelēz International in Chicago. He will report directly to Dirk Van de Put, chair and CEO, and will be a member of the Mondelēz International leadership team. “Amit is a highly experienced CFO who brings a strong blend of financial leadership
Why Searches Lose Discipline Late and How to Prevent It
Even well-run executive searches can lose focus as the process unfolds and pressure to reach a decision begins to mount. Without consistent alignment around the original mandate, organizations risk making compromises that can undermine long-term leadership success. Most executive searches start with real clarity, a recent report from Nashville, TN-based executive search firm Morgan Samuels Company’s
NPAG Assists Proteus Fund with CEO Search
Executive search firm NPAG has assisted in the recruitment of Amardeep Singh the new president and CEO of Proteus Fund and Proteus Action League. He will officially assume the role in September. The Proteus Fund board of directors selected Mr. Singh following a rigorous national search supported by NPAG. The search was led by Ellen LaPointe, Ebony Breaux-Liang, and Andres Marcuse-Gonzalez. “On
Bullhorn Names Chief Innovation and Labs Officer and Chief Corporate Development Officer
Recruiting software provider Bullhorn recently appointed Jason Heilman as chief innovation and labs officer and Ryan Murphy as chief corporate development officer. As members of the executive leadership team, they will help drive the company’s next wave of growth and innovation. Mr. Heilman joined Bullhorn in 2020 when the company acquired Herefish, the automation platform he led
5 Ways to Evaluate a Job Offer in 2026
In today’s hiring market, the strongest job offer isn’t always the one with the biggest paycheck. Candidates who treat their next move as a base-salary math problem usually leave real money behind, according to a recent report from Lyneer Search Group, an executive talent acquisition firm specializing in finance and executive roles. The smarter approach, and the
McDermott + Bull Recruits Chief Technology Officer for JenaValve Technology
Irvine, CA-based McDermott + Bull has placed Edward Sarnowski as chief technology officer of JenaValve Technology, Inc. in Irvine, CA. The search was completed by partner Ken Dropiewski, and executive recruiter Michael Matranga. “Ed’s appointment marks an important step in the evolution of JenaValve as a company,” said John Kilcoyne, CEO of JenaValve. “With FDA approval now behind us and
JDG Associates Retained by the Institute for Defense Analyses for General Counsel Search
Rockville, MD-based executive search firm JDG Associates has been retained by the Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) to lead its search for a general counsel based in Alexandria, VA. Reporting directly to the president and CEO, the general counsel serves as IDA’s chief legal officer and secretary of the Corporation, with responsibility spanning legal counsel and
Korn Ferry to Acquire AMS in $1.1 Billion Talent Solutions Deal
Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) has entered into a definitive agreement with OMERS Private Equity to acquire U.K.-headquartered AMS. The transaction will combine Korn Ferry’s expertise across search, talent & organizational solutions, and workforce solutions with AMS’s expertise in recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), early careers and campus recruiting, contingent workforce solutions, consulting, and skills creation. The combination will
CarterBaldwin Assists Ideal Tridon Group with Chief Information Officer Search
CarterBaldwin Executive Search has helped to recruit Shane Dacus as chief information officer of Ideal Tridon Group, a portfolio company of Nautic Partners and global provider of engineered clamps, brackets, fittings, and metal framing systems. Mr. Dacus brings more than 25 years of technology leadership across industrial, manufacturing, and PE-backed platforms, with a consistent record of elevating IT
Lindauer Recruits CEO for Penn State Alumni Association
Lindauer has placed Reggie Bustinza as associate vice president for alumni relations and chief executive officer of the Penn State Alumni Association. He was selected after a nationwide search to succeed Paul Clifford, who departed Penn State in January 2025. The search was led by Lindauer executive vice president Faith Montgomery and senior consultant Raegan Harvey in partnership with Penn State. “Lindauer
Why M&A Success Is Ultimately a Talent Challenge
In its latest market intelligence findings, The Role of HR in M&A: 5 Golden Rules for CHROs, Spencer Stuart argues that many transactions fail not because of flawed strategy, but because of shortcomings in leadership, culture, talent retention, and organizational execution. While financial and operational diligence often dominate deal planning, the firm’s research suggests that people-related
Greenwood Asher & Associates Leading Chief Marketing Officer Search for the College of Charleston
Miramar Beach, FL-based executive recruitment firm Greenwood Asher & Associates (GA&A) is currently seeking a chief marketing officer and vice president for marketing and communications for the College of Charleston. Kyle Pybus-Jerome and Jeremy Duff are leading the assignment. The College of Charleston seeks a strategic and innovative marketing executive to lead an integrated marketing and communications enterprise that
EMA Partners India Acquires Recruitment Process Outsourcing Services Provider Taggd
Executive search and leadership recruitment platform EMA Partners India has acquired recruitment process outsourcing services provider Taggd in an all-cash deal valued at Rs 113 crore. The all-cash acquisition aims to create an integrated talent recruitment platform offering executive search, professional search and AI-powered recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) solutions at scale. Taggd will continue to
NGS Global Expands in London
Wilmington, DE-headquartered executive search firm NGS Global has expanded with the additions of Daniel Yeates and George Balfour as managing directors in London. “Daniel and George are accomplished executive search professionals with deep expertise in the technology and digital sectors,” said David Nosal, chairman and managing partner. “They each bring outstanding client and candidate relationships built over decades
Leadership Challenges Intensify as Organizations Confront AI, Talent, and Economic Uncertainty
Organizations are operating in an increasingly complex environment where economic uncertainty, workforce challenges, AI adoption, and digital transformation are converging to reshape leadership priorities. Kestria’s second annual global leadership survey builds on the themes that emerged in last year’s research; highlighting how rapidly the leadership landscape continues to evolve. Based on responses from more than
Riviera Partners Acquires Lateral Labs
San Francisco-based Riviera Partners, a recruitment provider specializing in C-level engineering, product, and design leader placements, has acquired Lateral Labs, a specialized recruiting firm serving top AI startups. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. “The acquisition comes as companies remain challenged to meet the demand of organizational AI readiness,” the firm said. “Adding Lateral Labs positions Riviera Partners
Marovi Assists Congruex with CFO Search
Working in partnership with Atlanta-GA-based Marovi, Congruex, a provider of digital infrastructure engineering and construction services, appointed Jim Stanley as CFO. He reports to Congruex’s co-founder, president, and CEO, Kevin O’Hara. The appointment comes amid strong and sustained growth at Congruex as it plans to continue to capitalize on macro tailwinds, including AI and data center
Brettschneider Executive Search Seeking Inaugural SVP of Advancement for Wilmington University
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been retained by Wilmington University (WilmU) to lead in its search for an inaugural senior vice president of advancement to lead the University’s next phase of philanthropic growth. Reporting to WilmU president LaVerne Harmon, the SVP will partner closely with the president, board and University leaders to advance the University’s strategic
August Leadership Expands in London
August Leadership has expanded with the addition of Honor Pollok as a partner in London. Ms. Pollok brings over 20 years of executive search and leadership experience. She has led numerous high-profile placements in chair, non-executive director, CEO and the full spectrum of C-suite roles. Her search expertise spans key commercial, financial, creative, human resource, functional,
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Spotlight New Approach to Recruiter Training
As the executive search industry faces mounting pressure to improve performance and consistency, firms are increasingly reevaluating how recruiters are trained and developed. Hunt Scanlon and its HSiQ talent intelligence advisory unit recently launched a new Recruiter Performance Training Program designed to bring greater structure, commercial rigor, and scalability to recruiter development in an industry long driven by
Building Team Alignment in an Era of Continuous Change
Ask any team to describe its top strategic priorities and you will often get as many answers as there are people in the room. The problem is not that the strategy hasn’t been communicated, according to recent report from AIIR Consulting. “The problem is that it was communicated into an environment that has since shifted
Isaacson, Miller Helps Recruit 28th President for Texas A&M
Boston-based Isaacson, Miller has assisted in the recruitment of Susan Ballabina as the 28th president of Texas A&M. Andy Lee and Julie Filizetti, led search with Raul Bernal and Luciano Zuniga, and Madeline Fitzpatrick. The members of the Board of Regents conducted a national search that produced a strong pool of candidates. Dr. Ballabina emerged through that process based on her experience, her understanding of
BarkerGilmore Recruits General Counsel for American Credit Acceptance
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has placed Debra Noll as general counsel at American Credit Acceptance. The search was led by Stephen Bell and Alison Waters. “Deb is exceptionally well-positioned to support American Credit Acceptance as it continues to grow and adapt in a complex environment,” BarkerGilmore said in a LinkedIn
Kincannon & Reed Appoints VP of Marketing and Business Development
Kincannon & Reed (K&R), which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has expanded with the addition of Dan Evans as vice president of marketing and business development. “Dan brings a strong background in building brands, driving growth, and connecting strategy to execution,” said Stephanie Liska, president of Kincannon & Reed. “Throughout his career,
The Business Case for Gender-Inclusive Leadership Teams
The power of women in leadership has been widely documented over the past decade. When companies appoint more women to senior positions, research shows profitability grows, openness to change rises, and customer experiences improve. It’s no surprise that global organizations are strengthening diversity initiatives, seeking equal gender representation in leadership roles—and increasingly, companies are recognizing 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
Caldwell Partners Posts 30 Percent Revenue Rise
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has posted 2011 third quarter revenues of $9.5 million, up 30 percent compared to the prior year. Revenues generated in the U.S. represent 67 percent or $6.3 million of the third quarter total, increasing 53 percent year over year from $4.1 million. Net earnings after tax was
CareerBuilder Launches New Mobile Tool
CareerBuilder has launched a free iPhone application for employers, giving employers access to job candidates anywhere, at any time directly from their mobile device. The application, called CareerBuilder for Employers, is available for download at iTunes. “Being able to reach potential employees wherever you are provides a whole new level of speed, efficiency and convenience
Mortgage Search Acquisition Completes Searches for Caliber Funding
Executive recruiting firm Mortgage Search & Acquisition has placed Carolyn Poppe as SVP of operations, Jim Ferriter as SVP of Retail Production and Jason Lee as SVP of Capital Markets at Caliber Funding LLC. Ms. Poppe was previously COO of TMBG, Inc. Mr. Ferriter was previously a sales director at Surety Lender Services. Mr. Lee
Robert Walters Opens New Office in Vietnam
Robert Walters PLC, a Japan-based international recruitment firm, has opened new office in Ho Chi Minh City, in response to an increasing demand for specialist and international recruitment services in Vietnam. Robert Walters Vietnam specializes in placing candidates on a permanent basis with a focus on the mid-senior end of the market across accounting &
Kenzer Group Grows Atlanta Office
Recruiting firm, Kenzer Group, LLC, has added Ormond Curl in Atlanta as managing director. Mr. Curl brings more than 20 years of senior level search experience at the president, COO, and CEO levels. He founded the Precedent Group in 1990 and built a proven reputation with a specialty in diversity search in the retail and
