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Buffkin / Baker Retained by Oklahoma State University to Lead CISO Search
Partner-led executive search firm Buffkin / Baker has been retained by Oklahoma State University to lead in its search for a chief information security officer (CISO). Martin M. Baker and Chelsie Whitelock are leading the assignment. The CISO provides strategic leadership for the university’s comprehensive information security and cybersecurity programs. This position is responsible for protecting the institution’s
ExactSearch.AI Expands Board of Advisors
AI-enhanced executive search firm ExactSearch.AI has added Doug Charles to its board of advisors. A long-tenured leader in executive search and leadership advisory, he will help the firm sharpen its differentiation, scale with quality and ensure the product and process match what clients value most: speed, stronger slates and lasting outcomes, ExactSearch.AI explained. “Doug is the kind
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.
Modern Executive Solutions Names New Leader to Drive M1 Technology Community Expansion
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Joan Rohs as senior partner, M1 Technology Community. “We’re building an integrated network that connects exceptional leaders, brings together the right expertise, and helps prepare executives for a world being reshaped by AI,” said Mark Oppenheimer, CEO of Modern Executive Solutions. “Joan brings an extraordinary
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?
StevenDouglas Expands HR Practice
StevenDouglas recently expanded with the addition of Brittney Molitor as a director, human resources search. “Brittney takes a highly consultative approach to search, focusing on both the capabilities required for a role and the cultural alignment needed for long-term success,” StevenDouglas said in a LinkedIn post. “She is passionate about building genuine relationships with clients
Insight Partners Launches Empower to Prepare CIOs for Board Roles
AI and software investor Insight Partners has launched Empower, a program that helps Global 2000 CIOs plan and prepare for board seats, startup advisory positions and other portfolio-career paths while they are still in their operating roles. Empower launches with 10 delivery partners, including Diligent, Heidrick & Struggles, Riviera Partners, and Global Mentors Group, and has
Brettschneider Executive Search Tapped by William Paterson University to Find Next Provost
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been retained by William Paterson University (WP) to lead in its search for a provost and senior vice president for academic affairs. Reporting to president Richard J. Helldobler, the provost will serve as chief academic officer and as a visible, collaborative partner to the president, cabinet, deans, and faculty governance bodies.
Klein Hersh Recruits President and CEO for Shenandoah Therapeutics
Klein Hersh, a search firm focused on the life sciences and healthcare industries, has placed Steve Worland as president, CEO and a member of the board of directors at Shenandoah Therapeutics. Co-founder and founding CEO Isabella Graef, has transitioned to chief scientific officer and will continue to lead Shenandoah’s scientific strategy. “I’m delighted to welcome
Harris Search Associates Seeking Research Leader for Texas A&M Semiconductor Institute
Harris Search Associates is currently seeking the inaugural director of research for Texas A&M Semiconductor Institute (TSI). Jeffrey Harris and Richard Skinner are leading the assignment. Working in close partnership with the TSI Director and other Institute leaders, the director of research serves as a catalyst to refine and evolve the TSI’s research strategy, focused on large-scale academic-industry-government private
BarkerGilmore Names Senior Director
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, recently expanded with the addition of Jesus Meraz as senior director. He brings a unique combination of leadership experience, legal training, and strategic business insight to the firm’s executive search practice. His career has been defined by helping organizations identify, attract, and develop
Revenge Quitting Creates New Challenges for Recruiters
You spend weeks helping a team find the right person. A few months later, that same role lands back on your desk because the employee has resigned. Now the position is urgent, the hiring manager wants a replacement right away, and the pressure is coming from every direction. When exits like this occur at particularly
Peña Search Seeking Chief Strategy Officer for Housing Forward
Peña Search was recently retained by Housing Forward to lead in its hunt for a chief strategy officer. Travis Hillier is leading the assignment. Reporting to the president and CEO, the chief strategy officer will serve as Housing Forward’s chief strategist and a member of the executive leadership team. The CSO will oversee the teams
Nexus Search Partners Recruits CEO for Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region
Nexus Search Partners, an executive search and advisory firm in Charlotte, NC, has assisted in the recruitment of Bryant Owens as the new CEO of Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region. He will succeed Laura Belcher, who has served the organization with distinction for more than 12 years. Owens will become the sixth CEO
Charles Aris Launches Interim Search Business
Organizations are increasingly turning to flexible leadership solutions to navigate periods of change, execute strategic initiatives and drive value creation, especially in private equity. In response to this growing demand, Greensboro, NC-based executive search firm Charles Aris Executive Search has launched Charles Aris Interim Solutions, a new division dedicated to connecting organizations with experienced independent talent for interim
Taurean Establishes Investment Search Practice
Taurean recently launched an investment search practice with the addition of Paige Ware as principal in Los Angeles. The practice serves private markets firms across asset classes. “We help these firms shape and build their capital raising and investor relations, origination, and deal teams, and place corporate development leaders into their portfolio companies,” Taurean said in a
The Chief Commercial Officer: Driving Private Equity Value Creation
As private equity firms place greater emphasis on organic growth, commercial leadership is taking on a more central role in value creation. The chief commercial officer (CCO) has become one of the most important post-acquisition hires for private equity sponsors, according to a recent report from Spencer Stuart’s Dave Vidor. As extended hold periods and
The Tolan Group Recruits CEO for U.S. Mobile Health Exams
The Tolan Group (TTG) has placed Eric Hepburn as CEO at U.S. Mobile Health Exams (USMHE) in Jacksonville, FL. He brings more than 30 years of experience in executive leadership, business operations, strategic growth, and organizational transformation. Mr. Hepburn’s appointment brings USMHE an experienced executive with a track record of strengthening business operations, developing scalable
Cooper Coleman Leading CFO Search for Jacksonville Zoological Society
Cooper Coleman LLC has been retained by Jacksonville Zoological Society, Inc. to conduct a national search for its next CFO. “Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens has an ambitious vision for its future, and its next CFO will help shape how those plans move forward,” said Johnny Cooper, founder and CEO of Cooper Coleman. “We’re looking for someone
The Christopher Group Tapped by MITRE for Head of Total Rewards Search
The Christopher Group (TCG), a boutique HR executive search and business solutions recruiting firm, has been selected by MITRE to lead in its search for a head of total rewards. The search is being led by managing partner Ayla Maloney and recruiting director Kat Kilkenney. “This is an incredibly exciting opportunity for a total rewards leader who wants to make
True Establishes Dedicated Private Credit Practice
Global executive talent platform True has launched a dedicated private credit practice, led by Rick Bank, managing director and head of the private credit and private equity practices. The launch comes as private credit enters a significant credit cycle, with 67 percent of portfolio managers citing greater competition and 64 percent citing defaults and credit losses as
Inside the Decisions That Shape Hiring and Careers
Hiring and leadership decisions continue to play an increasingly important role in shaping both individual careers and organizational performance. As companies navigate tighter talent markets, rapid technological change, and evolving expectations around leadership, greater attention is being placed on how executives identify high performers, assess potential, and make decisions about who is ready for greater
ON Partners Recruits Board Members for Artisan Industries
Partners Seth Harris and Shawn Oglesbee of ON Partners have assisted in the recruitment of Stephen S. Schwartz and Gary A. Doyon as new members of the board of directors of Artisan Industries. The addition of two independent directors strengthens the company’s governance and strategic leadership, as Artisan expands its core technologies into high-growth markets, including specialty chemicals, PFAS removal, drug
Reffett Associates Seeking Vice President of Development for the Army Historical Foundation
WA-based Reffett Associates was recently retained by the Army Historical Foundation to recruit its next vice president of development. The Army Historical Foundation is the non-profit organization that supports the National Museum of the United States Army, which honors the service and sacrifice of American soldiers throughout the Army’s history. The vice president of development will play
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
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
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
Odgers Berndtson Expands Financial Services Practice
Executive search firm Odgers Berndtson has added Glenn Stevens and Rachel Schultz in New York as partners in the financial services practice. Mr. Stevens will focus on client assignments within investment banking, alternative investments, asset management, and capital markets; he will provide similar services for clients within the firm's sports practice. Mr. Stevens was previously
De Novo Legal Re-Enters Legal Executive Search Market
De Novo Legal, an international attorney document review and electronic discovery provider, has added Barry Bova as managing director of senior level placement and where he will manage the legal permanent placement division. De Novo Legal will now provide executive search for law firm senior management, partners, associates and paralegals. Formerly a partner at Kingsbury
Heidrick & Struggles Retained by CSC
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has been selected by global IT services company CSC to begin a search for a new CEO. The current president and CEO, Michael W. Laphen recently announced his plans to retire. Mr. Laphen will continue to serve until a new CEO is selected. Heidrick & Struggles is
BranchOut Launches RecruiterConnect
BranchOut, a professional network on Facebook with millions of active users in more than 60 countries, has launched RecruiterConnect, a tool for recruiters and hiring managers to source job candidates on Facebook and build private talent networks. RecruiterConnect gives companies complete control by allowing them to keep all contacts and connections made. “RecruiterConnect fills a
Latest Version of Lumesse TalentLink Released
Lumesse, a global provider of integrated talent management solutions, has made the latest version of its enterprise talent acquisition (e-recruitment) solution, Lumesse TalentLink, available. Version 11.2 of Lumesse TalentLink delivers an enhanced API (TalentHub) that allows customers and partners greater flexibility when integrating and extending Lumesse TalentLink to build career websites, interact with search technology
TRANSEARCH Opens Office in Nigeria
TRANSEARCH International has opened a new office in Lagos, Nigeria. Enife Atobiloye will be the managing partner and brings a wealth of experience to the business with over 19 years of international experience in executive search and HR consulting. Ms. Atobiloye has gained exposure in several executive roles, including acting as managing consultant of Kimberly
LinkedIn Creates Talent Pipeline Solution for Recruiters
LinkedIn, a professional network, has launched LinkedIn Talent Pipeline, a new solution for recruiters which will give them the ability to more easily manage all of their talent leads in one place. With the rise of social media, recruiters are dealing with an increase in online networks as sources of talent who may not be
DHR Fills CEO Post for Skybox Imaging
DHR International has placed Tom Ingersoll as chief executive officer of Skybox Imaging. The search was led by Keith Giarman, global leader of DHR’s venture capital & private equity practice, and Joseph Christman, leader of the aerospace, defense and homeland security sector of the worldwide industrial practice. Liz Belaire, senior associate, assisted in the search.
Jobs Detective Launches New iPhone App
Jobs Detective has created a new job searching app, available for iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch, to be used from mobile devices. Users are able to save jobs which interest them for future reference and set up alerts to keep up to date. Sonum Tailor at Jobs Detective said: “Now that Jobs Detective has gone
Compass Sells Staffmark Holdings
Compass Diversified Holdings, an owner of middle market businesses, has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its majority owned subsidiary, Staffmark Holdings, Inc., to a subsidiary of Japan-based Recruit Co., Ltd., for a total enterprise value of $295 million. The proceeds will be used to repay substantially all of the outstanding debt under the
Heidrick & Struggles Adds International Development and Law Partner in China
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has added Hongxia Liu as a partner in Beijing. She will be part of the firm’s education & social enterprise practice. Ms. Liu comes to Heidrick from The World Justice Project in Washington, D.C., where she served as executive director since 2009. WJP's mission is to lead
The Prout Group Adds to New York Office
Executive search firm The Prout Group has named Tony Brown as senior vice president and managing partner of its New York office. Mr. Brown has over 25 years of experience in global capital markets, management consulting and executive search. He served in a leadership capacity with Renaissance Search Partners, Horton International in New York and
Fairfield Partners Recruits Marketing Executive for StyleSight
Fairfield Partners, a Norwalk, CT-based executive search firm specializing in technology and consumer products markets, has placed Sue Childs as senior vice president and chief marketing officer at Stylesight. Ms. Childs was previously the executive vice president, marketing, strategy and business development at EDGAR Online Inc. Stylesight is an online provider of inspiration and product
Jo Fisher Executive Search Opens New Zealand Office
Jo Fisher Executive Search has opened an office in New Zealand. Kathy Kane, senior consultant, will manage the new office. “Australia and New Zealand have been exchanging candidates for many years so it was a natural next step for us to expand across the Tasman. We’re excited about having Kathy take us into a new
PageUp People Launches New Talent Tool
International talent management solutions provider, PageUp People, has announced the availability of CareerPath, a predictive talent modeling application that provides self-serve career development for employees. CareerPath enhances an employer's overall development strategy by drawing upon employee and recruiting data to model and plan progression routes, taking into consideration a company's career mobility, competency requirements, training
The Alexander Group Opens London Office
The Alexander Group has launched Alexander Team Capital and opened a London office. Alexander Team Capital's clients span multiple industries and include professional services, healthcare/life sciences, financial services, manufacturing, construction, energy and technology. “While The Alexander Group has long been active in EMEA, we are pleased to increase our international presence by establishing a London
Korn Ferry Leads President Search for Loews
Korn/Ferry International has been selected by Loews Hotels to begin a search for a new president and chief operating officer. The current president and CEO, Jack Adler, has been with Loews Hotels since 1988 and will be retiring from the company early next year. Korn/Ferry International, based in Los Angeles and with a presence throughout
JM Group Adds Consultant
The JM Group has added Nick Hodan as a principal consultant. Mr. Hodan has more than 10 years experience in the recruitment industry and a background in the appointment of senior executives internationally. He joins the firm from Drayton Finch. Dave Pye, CEO of The JM Group, said: “We are delighted Nick has joined JM
Cornerstone OnDemand Selected by RSA Insurance
Talent management software provider has announced that RSA Insurance Group plc has selected talent management software provider Cornerstone OnDemand Inc. to power RSA's global training and development portal. “An organization will get the best results by perceiving and treating learning as an integral part of the organization's business strategy,” said Vincent Belliveau, senior vice president
SuccessFactors Promotes Chief Learning Officer
SuccessFactors, Inc., a provider of on-demand employee performance and talent management solutions, has promoted Dr. Karie Willyerd to chief learning officer from her previous role as vice president of learning and social adoption. Dr. Willyerd first joined SuccessFactors in March 2011 through the company's acquisition of Jambok; she will oversee the company's Learning Services group,
Korn Ferry Names President Lominger
Korn/Ferry International has added Chuck Feltz as president of its Lominger products business. As part of Korn/Ferry Leadership and Talent Consulting, Lominger specializes in commercializing competency-based talent management methods and tools that support the identification and development of leadership talent. Mr. Feltz was a founding partner at Engage Consulting Group, consulting with medium to Fortune
SpenglerFox Names Country Manager for the Czech and Slovak Republics
Executive search firm SpenglerFox has appointed David Bentley as country manager for the Czech and Slovak Republics. Mr. Bentley, who has been with SpenglerFox since was promoted to his new role from the position of SpenglerFox technology practice group leader. In his new role, he will be responsible for the development and growth of the
DavenportMajor to Lead HR Search for DTS
DavenportMajor Executive Search has been selected by DTS, Inc. to lead its search for a new senior vice president of HR. DTS is a pioneer in audio multi-channel and cinema surround sound signal processing systems. DavenportMajor is an executive search firm which specializes in senior executive and board of director recruitment for life sciences and
HRmarketer.com Releases SocialEars Service
HRmarketer.com, a marketing software and services firm in the human resources and B2B marketplaces, has launched a beta version of its new SocialEars service. SocialEars captures real-time online content and analyzes the tweets, blogs and online articles by thousands of HR journalists, media outlets, analysts and thought leaders to show which topics are trending and
DiversityJobs.co.uk Partners with ROK
Leading multi-language text to speech provider ROKTalk, part of mobile and web technology development company ROK Global, has partnered with Diversityjobs.co.uk, a diversity and inclusivity-focused careers website, to deliver ROKTalk, designed to enhance the accessibility and usability of websites, to new customers. DiversityJobs.co.uk has already begun deploying ROKTalk to organizations such as the Chartered Institute
One in Four Companies Expects Executive Level Hiring
As caution continues to dictate the economic climate, many companies are recruiting top talent to navigate uncertainty and maintain a competitive advantage. Twenty-three percent of employers expect to hire for executive-level positions over the next six months, according to CareerBuilder’s new nationwide survey of more than 2600 hiring managers and HR professionals conducted from August
ChampionScott to Search for Rosetta Stone Chief
Executive search firm ChampionScott Partners has been selected by Rosetta Stone to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. Rosetta Stone provides interactive solutions that are acclaimed for the speed and power to unlock the natural language-learning ability in everyone. ChampionScott Partners is an executive search firm focused on the technology industry
StaffingBook Launches Marketplace for Passive Candidates
Staffingbook, a web-based offering for placing candidates in technology, finance, and accounting positions is inviting professionals in these fields to create a profile and select a recruiter mentor at staffingbook.com . Catering primarily to employed professionals, Staffingbook provides a privacy-protected means for candidates to evaluate specific employer inquiries before deciding if they are interested. Employers
Reed.co.uk Creates New Job Seeking Tool
U.K. job board reed.co.uk has launched a new online marketplace to connect employers with specialist recruitment agencies to fill their vacancies. The new service is called Exchange. reed.co.uk. Exchange allows employers to advertise a job anonymously into the marketplace where they can be accessed only by approved, specialist recruitment agencies. Recruitment consultants can pitch and
JobServe and IT World Canada Launch Sales IT Job Board
JobServe Canada and IT World Canada have officially launched their co-branded niche sales and IT job board, itsalesjobs.ca. This follows closely on the heels of the IT job board (jobs.itworldcanada.com) launched in September 2010. This joint partnership offers a dual advantage at one cost — all technology and sales job postings advertised on jobserve.ca will
Heidrick & Struggles to Reduce Workforce by 10 Percent; 13 Offices to Close
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has announced strategic initiatives and management changes designed to reposition the firm during one of the longest recessionary periods on record. The firm will reduce its global workforce by approximately 10 percent and will be decreasing real estate expenses and support costs by consolidating or closing 13
