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HARTZ Search Helps Arizona Center for Cancer Care Recruits Chief Administrative Officer
After an extensive national search, Charlotte, NC-based HARTZ Search has helped to recruit Tara Lock as the chief administrative officer of the Arizona Center for Cancer Care (AZCCC) in Scottsdale, AZ. Reporting directly to the chief managing officer, Ms. Lock will work in dyad leadership to oversee all aspects of operations, finance, legal, strategy, and business development. She will
WittKieffer Names Leader of Board Advisory Solution
Oak Brook-IL-based WittKieffer has appointed Laura Orr to expand and lead the firm’s board advisory solution. “Boards that are engaged, effective, and strategically aligned have a significant impact on organizational success,” said Susan M. Snyder, executive partner for leadership advisory at WittKieffer. “We’re thrilled to welcome Laura to our team to develop these high-impact boards. Laura’s background, expertise,
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.
EQU Advisors Seeking Senior Leader for Sarah Lawrence College
Executive search firm EQU Advisors was recently retained by Sarah Lawrence College to lead in its search for an associate vice president of enrollment. This executive will serve as a key member of the senior enrollment leadership team and a collaborative partner across the institution. This role is designed to strengthen coordination, elevate shared strategy, and support
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?
Egon Zehnder Forms Alliance with IMD
Global leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder and IMD, a leading business school in global executive education, have formed a strategic partnership to facilitate board directors’ personal growth and elevate board performance. The partnership combines IMD’s academic rigor and deep connections to global boards with Egon Zehnder’s expertise in leadership and board effectiveness. Together, they will co-create tailored
Why Boards Are Betting on New CEOs and How to Set Them Up to Win
A growing number of companies are entrusting the corner office to leaders stepping into the CEO role for the first time. As succession strategies evolve and executive talent markets tighten, boards are increasingly prioritizing leadership potential, adaptability, and strategic vision over prior CEO experience. Boards now face a new question: which qualities make a first-time CEO succeed,
The Leadership Reset: What AI is Exposing About Today’s Executives
For decades, leadership success was largely measured by experience, team size, and the ability to manage complex organizations. Today, artificial intelligence is changing that equation, and it is reshaping how boards, investors, and hiring executives evaluate leadership talent. As AI transforms how work gets done, organizations are discovering that competitive advantage is no longer determined
Greenwood Asher & Associates Recruits Provost for the University of Cincinnati
Miramar Beach, FL-based executive recruitment firm Greenwood Asher & Associates has assisted the University of Cincinnati (UC) in the recruitment of Rudolph Buchheit as executive vice president for academic affairs and provost. Andriel Dees and Julie Schrodt led the assignment for the search firm. His selection follows a national search led by a dedicated search committee that was informed by
HARTZ Search Assists Geisinger with Recruitment of CIO
Charlotte, NC-based HARTZ Search has helped to recruit Bill Bellando as executive vice president and chief information officer of Geisinger. He joins Geisinger after serving as senior vice president and chief information officer at Georgia-based Wellstar Health System from 2022 to 2026. In this role, Mr. Bellando oversaw information technology and digital initiatives across the health system.
Beecher Reagan Names Managing Director
Houston, TX-headquartered executive search firm Beecher Reagan has appointed David Rio as managing director. He will deepen the firm’s work with consulting and technology-enabled services clients across publicly traded, private partnerships, and sponsor-backed companies. “David is a great addition, who will do nothing but strengthen our capabilities and the client experience we deliver,” said Clark Beecher, co-founder and
When to Use an Executive Search Firm
Executive hiring is one of the few business decisions where the consequences compound for years. The right leader can accelerate growth, strengthen culture, improve execution, and create enterprise value far beyond their compensation package. The wrong leader can stall momentum, disrupt teams, and force organizations to spend valuable time and resources correcting course. As companies
Klein Hersh Recruits CEO for Corrixr Therapeutics
Klein Hersh, a search firm focused on the life sciences and healthcare industries, has placed Hilary M. Malone as the new CEO of Corrixr Therapeutics in Newark, DE. She succeeds Eric B. Kmiec, founder of Corrixr, who will continue to serve in his capacity as chief scientific officer and will remain actively engaged in the
RH Perry & Associates Assists Holyoke Community College with Provost Search
RH Perry & Associates recently helped to place Jessica Nicklin as provost and vice president for academic affairs at Holyoke Community College (HCC). Senior consultants Jessie Thompson and Levy Brown led the assignment. “Dr. Nicklin is a respected leader in higher education and an organizational psychologist, recognized for her strategic vision, collaborative leadership, and dedication to student, faculty, and institutional
TSI Group Fills Senior Position for Dixon Hard Chrome
Mississauga, ON-headquartered executive search firm TSI Group Inc. recently assisted in the recruitment of Corey A. Williams as general manager of aerospace and aircraft plating specialist Dixon Hard Chrome in Sun Valley, CA. TSI Group partnered with Dixon Hard Chrome to identify a highly accomplished general manager capable of leading the organization’s operations and supporting its continued
Spencer Stuart Acquires Dr. Bjørn Johansson Associates
Spencer Stuart has acquired Dr. Bjørn Johansson Associates, a Zurich-based, founder-led leadership advisory firm, through which Dr. Bjørn Johansson Associates will be integrated into Spencer Stuart. Financial details of the deal were not disclosed. “Dr. Bjørn Johansson Associates is a highly respected market leader with deep relationships with many of the most iconic and important businesses and organizations in Switzerland
Kingsley Gate Unveils a New Approach to AI-Powered Executive Search
Under pressure to deliver faster results, deeper market intelligence, and stronger candidate outcomes, executive search firms and talent leaders are reevaluating the tools and processes that have long defined the profession. Advances in artificial intelligence are accelerating that shift, creating new possibilities for how searches are scoped, executed, and managed from start to finish. Yet
Growth Happens When Human Capital is the Priority
Every growth story eventually reaches an inflection point where the business becomes more complex than the systems that built it. Revenue can grow quickly, markets can expand, and opportunities can multiply—but sustainable performance depends on an organization’s ability to evolve its leadership, decision-making, and talent infrastructure at the same pace. The companies that navigate these
Shelli Herman and Associates Tapped by Mystic Aquarium to Lead CEO Search
Los Angeles-based Shelli Herman and Associates was recently selected by Mystic Aquarium to lead in its search for a new president and CEO. The organization seeks an experienced, mission-driven CEO to lead the organization into its next chapter, defined by expanded conservation impact, philanthropic growth, and deeper community relevance. Reporting to the board of trustees, this
Furst Group Recruits President and CEO of Blessing Health System
Furst Group, which serves the healthcare and insurance industries, recently helped to recruit Mike Trachta as the president and CEO of Blessing Health System. “The board sought a leader who could shape long-term strategy, strengthen key partnerships, and preserve Blessing Health’s independence while advancing operational excellence and financial stewardship,” Furst Group said in a LinkedIn
Stevenson Search Partners and HAVEN Unite to Launch New Human Capital Platform: Tidemark Talent Solutions
Fort Lee, NJ-based Stevenson Search Partners, a global life science executive search firm and a Hunt Scanlon Top 50 ranked search firm, and HAVEN, a leadership development advisory firm, have created a strategic partnership under Tidemark Talent Solutions, a newly formed holding company focused on building an integrated human capital platform. Tidemark will seek to acquire and scale high-performing specialist
CHRO Succession Grows More Deliberate as Organizations Prioritize Experience and Transformation
The role of the chief human resources officer continues to evolve as organizations navigate workforce transformation, leadership succession, technological disruption, and shifting employee expectations. Once viewed primarily as a steward of talent and culture, today’s CHRO is increasingly expected to serve as a strategic business partner, helping shape enterprise priorities while ensuring organizations have the
DHR Global Tapped by Texas Southern to Lead Men’s Basketball Head Coach Search
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has been retained by Texas Southern to lead in its search for a new men’s head basketball coach. DHR emerged from what the university described as a competitive review process. The firm will help the school build and vet a broad pool of candidates capable of sustaining a program that ranks among the conference’s
Cook Silverman Search Retained by the California Academy of Sciences
Greenbrae, CA-based Cook Silverman Search was recently retained by the California Academy of Sciences to lead in its search for a director of leadership philanthropy. is a pivotal leadership role within the Advancement Department at the California Academy of Sciences. Reporting directly to the chief advancement officer and working closely with the executive director and board of
The Moran Company Names CEO
The Moran Company, an executive recruitment firm that specializes in the non-profit sector, has announced that Mike English joins Bill Moran as a partner of the firm and has been named the company’s CEO. Mr. Moran will continue his role as president of the company he established more than 30 years ago. Since then, The
DSG Global Appoints Managing Director
DSG Global has expanded with the addition of Arpan Narayan as managing director. “We are pleased to welcome Arpan to DSG Global at a time when leveraging technology and AI depends on leadership that can execute the agenda,” said Aileen Alexander, CEO of DSG Global. “People sit at the center of the most consequential decisions, and
Why Organizational Performance Is Becoming the New Competitive Edge
McKinsey & Company’s The State of Organizations 2026 report highlights a business environment undergoing structural transformation. Drawing on responses from more than 10,000 leaders across 15 countries and 17 industries, the research identifies three interconnected forces reshaping organizations: technological disruption, geopolitical uncertainty, and workforce shifts. The pressure on organizations is intensifying from multiple directions at once. Companies
Preng & Associates Recruits CHRO for Caturus Energy
Houston-based Preng & Associates has recruited Mary Kenner as chief human resources officer at Caturus Energy LLC. The completion of the executive search comes at a pivotal moment for Caturus, as the company advances its ambition to build the nation’s leading independent integrated natural gas and LNG business through its differentiated wellhead-to-water strategy. Preng & Associates partnered with Caturus to
DRiWaterstone Human Capital Leading Executive Director Search for Seismic Foundation
DRiWaterstone Human Capital is currently leading in the search for an executive director for Seismic Foundation. This executive will fully own Seismic’s North American strategy and execution. The mission for this executive is to build out the Seismic Foundation operations as part of the AI governance ecosystem by delivering high-impact campaigns that shift the needle
Flatiron Search Partners Places CTO at Massage Envy
Flatiron Search Partners (FSP) has assisted in the recruitment of Abe Hong as chief technology officer of Massage Envy in Scottsdale, AZ. “Abe is a proven technology leader with deep experience supporting complex, multi-site businesses,” said Todd Schrader, CEO of Massage Envy Franchising. “His ability to align technology strategy with business goals, combined with his collaborative
Deploying the Right Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Strategy to Drive Business Results
In a period of economic uncertainty, companies are reducing expenses on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEI&B). Instead, they should be doubling down as the following case studies from DHR Global will show how you can drive business results through proactive and thoughtful DEI&B strategies. The right actions can unlock innovation, access new markets, design
Taleo Acquires JobPartners
Taleo, a provider of on demand talent management solutions, has acquired Jobpartners for approximately $38 million. The acquisition expands Taleo's ability to serve customers based in Europe and doubles its customer base in the region. Jobpartners’ cloud-based solutions help organizations attract, connect, develop and retain people. The company provides talent management solutions to global giants
Harvey Nash Appoints Talent Director
Global search and talent solutions firm Harvey Nash has appointed Margot Katz to lead its talent, recruitment and leadership development strategy. Ms. Katz’s 25 year career in talent management includes serving as group HR director for an international pharmaceutical company as well roles in strategic HR consulting and board-level executive coaching. In her new role,
Digby Morgan Adds Two New Recruiters
Digby Morgan, a U.K. headquartered specialist HR search and selection consultancy, has added Rebecca Corben and Lucy Caird to its staff. Ms. Corben previously worked at Venn Group both in a business development role and as the manager of the interim HR team. At Digby Morgan she will focus on recruiting mid to senior level
Spencer Stuart Assists Save the Children in CEO Search
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has placed Carolyn Miles as the new president and chief executive officer of Save the Children. Ms. Miles, currently the chief operating officer for the agency, will be the first woman to lead the organization in its nearly 80-year history. Save the Children is based out of Westport, Conn. Spencer
Jobs2Web and Avature Partner
Jobs2web, a provider of interactive recruiting solutions, and Avature have announced their partnership and integration that allows interoperability between the Jobs2web's Recruitment Marketing Platform (RMP) and Avature's CRM Web 2.0 solution. Clients using the Jobs2web platform will be able to automatically move candidates from the Jobs2web Talent Community into Avature's CRM Web 2.0. Combined through
Work&Partners Completes Search for Capgemini
New York-based Work&Partners LLC has placed Michael Leyva as the vice president of core banking for the financial services global business unit of Capgemini. Alan J. Work of Work&Partners led the search. Mr. Leyva was formerly the global head financial consulting and systems integration, partner at Infosys. Capgemini are providers of systems integration and consulting
Clark Langdon Opens New Office Adds Staff
Recruiting firm Clark Langdon Partners has announced the opening of a new office in Monte Carlo and the addition of two new staff members. The firm has hired Caroline Frisenberg as its director of search and Candida Stille-Humphreys as the firm’s new executive coordinator. Clark Langdon, founded by Simon Clark, has more than 18 years
Korn Ferry Adds to Middle East Team
Korn/Ferry International has appointed Jonathan R. Holmes as managing director, Middle East. Mr. Holmes' executive search career with Korn/Ferry spans over 18 years and five countries, where he has undertaken general management searches across a range of geographies and industries, including industrial, consumer and healthcare. He first joined Korn/Ferry in London before moving to Moscow
Atrium Staffing Adds San Francisco Presence
Atrium Staffing, a woman-owned staffing firm, has opened its newest office in San Francisco. The expansion to the West Coast marks Atrium's eighth office location and first branch outside the Northeast. “Qualified candidates need more than a great resume to get noticed by discerning employers. Going above and beyond for our clients and associates is
TriNet Group Restructures HR Consulting Practice
TriNet Group, Inc., a provider of human resources outsourcing services, has announced the reformation of the field operations organization to enhance the customer support TriNet provides its 5,000 clients. The company’s human capital consulting team will now report to Patrick Villella, a newly appointed vice president who will further represent clients’ interests at the executive
Work&partners Completes Search For Capgemini
New York-based Work&Partners LLC has placed Gil Brodnitz as vice president North America for the financial services IT strategy/transformation practice of Capgemini. Mr. Brodnitz was formerly the managing director and founder of Groundswell Strategies, LLC. Alan J. Work of Work&Partners led the search. Capgemini are providers of systems integration and consulting services within the financial,
IIC Partners Appoints Global Leader Consumer Practice Group
IIC Partners has appointed Jean-Marc Danton as the new global leader of its consumer and retail practice group. Mr. Danton has more than 22 years’ experience in this sector. IIC Partners board director, Scott Doupe, said: “I am delighted Jean-Marc has accepted this important leadership role within our organization and I have no doubt his
Dowd Associates Expands Staff
Dowd Associates Executive Search has added Jim Downing as director of executive search. Mr. Downing’s experience includes leadership roles at Alden Executive Search and PriceWaterhouseCoopers. Based in White Plains, NY, Dowd Associates specializes in the recruitment of senior level financial executives.
Evolv On-Demand Hires Former Monster Marketing VP
Evolv On-Demand, a provider of science-based, on-demand talent matching and intelligence solutions, has hired former Monster Worldwide VP Daniel Enthoven as its chief marketing officer. Mr. Enthoven has deep experience in both on-line recruitment and enterprise software, having worked as vice president of product marketing and alliances at Monster Worldwide and VP of sales and
Allen Austin Global Executive Search Announces Promotions
Allen Austin Global Executive Search has promoted Heather Dorsey to director of operations and research at the firm’s Houston office and Steve Murdock to senior partner in Seattle. Prior to joining Allen Austin in 2010, Ms. Dorsey had more than 11 years of experience in the service industry. Mr. Murdock has more than 20 years
Kronos Implemented by Sabre Holdings
Kronos Incorporated has announced that Sabre Holdings has recently began implementing its workforce management solutions across its largest employee locations worldwide to further manage labor costs, minimize compliance risk, and improve productivity. Malysa O'Connor, director of services and distribution marketing at Kronos, said: “Sabre Holdings, a world leader in travel technology has a complex network
Korn Ferry Posts 16 Percent Revenue Gain
Korn/Ferry International/(NYSE:KFY) has posted revenues of $205.8 million for the fourth quarter, an increase of 16 percent from revenues of $176.9 million a year ago. Net income rose to $20.3 million, or 43 cents per share, for the quarter ended April 30 from $8.9 million, or 19 cents per share, a year ago. For the
ChampionScott Completes Searches for Microprobe
Executive search firm ChampionScott Partners has placed Juergen Woehl as chief operating officer and Dr. David Lam as a member of the board of directors at MicroProbe. Dr. Lam joins the board of directors of MicroProbe’s parent company, Astria Semiconductor Holdings. Best known for founding semiconductor capital equipment giant, Lam Research, Dr. Lam now heads
ClickZ and Search Engine Watch Launch Interactive Marketing Job Board
ClickZ, a resource for interactive marketing news, information and opinion, has teamed up with search engine industry news specialist http://www.searchenginewatch.com target=”_blank”>Search Engine Watch to launch a new interactive marketing job board. ClickZJobs and SEWJobs helps connect jobseekers with the latest employment opportunities and provide recruiters access to more than 1 million unique interactive and search
Morgan McKinley Names Three Directors
Global recruiter Morgan McKinley has announced three key leadership appointments in its financial services division. Steve Leeson, formerly operations director – permanent recruitment, has been appointed to the newly created role of operations director – financial services new business. Hakan Enver, previously associate director – financial services permanent, has been promoted to operations director –
CDI Corp. Inks Multi-Year Deal with Lawrence Livermore National Security
CDI Corp., a provider of IT-focused recruitment solutions, has announced that its CDI-Aerospace division has entered into a long term service agreement with Lawrence Livermore National Security, LLC in support of the Lawrence Livermore National Lab National Ignition Facility (NIF). The service agreement has a term of five years. Financial terms of the deal were
Major, Lindsey & Africa Names Seven Partners
Search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa has announced that Deborah Ben-Canaan (San Diego), Catherine Butts (Atlanta), Carl Hopkins (Hong Kong), Jacquelyn Knight (New York), Jeff Liebster (New York), Jane Sullivan Roberts (Washington, D.C.) and Lee Udelsman (New York) have been named partners. The seven join MLA’s advisory board. “Partnership criteria are demanding,” said Simon Robinson,
OneWire Launches New Career and Talent Management Solution
OneWire, a provider of career and talent management services, has launched its single-platform solution for candidates and companies. With this latest release, OneWire now offers enhancements that simplify the ease of use for candidates and provide companies with a wider pool of talent by driving more traffic to open opportunities. Candidates now have the ability
WorkStrategy and SilkRoad Technology Join Forces
U.S.-based WorkStrategy, Inc., a provider of human resource management and technology services, has partnered with SilkRoad technology, a provider in talent management solutions. The partnership will make SilkRoad's RedCarpet onboarding and life events management solution more accessible to WorkStrategy's customers operating in an integrated ERP-based human capital management (HCM) environment. Specifically, it gives SilkRoad customers
Harris / IIC Partners Retained by Ohio University
Dublin, Ohio-based Harris / IIC Partners has been chosen by Ohio University to lead the search for its next vice president of research and creativity and dean of the graduate school. Ohio University is a public university located in the Midwestern United States in Athens, Ohio. Founded in 1997, Harris / IIC Partners is a
HRmarketer.com Expands Database Offerings
HRmarketer.com, a marketing and media relations service specializing in human resources, has expanded its marketing platform and information databases to help clients reach decision makers and purchasing influencers in functions beyond HR. These functions include IT, finance, operations and purchasing — all of which are increasingly instrumental in partnering with HR to make product selection
Norman Broadbent and Alium Partners Form Alliance
Executive recruiter Norman Broadbent has formed an alliance with Alium Partners, a provider of interim management professionals in the U.K. The partnership, which will be exclusive and will involve no initial capital or branding requirements, coincides the previous joint venture of Norman Broadbent with Russam GMS in March, when Norman Broadbent assumed full control of
ManpowerGroup Acquires Reach HR
ManpowerGroup, a provider of workforce solutions, has continued its expansion across China by acquiring REACH HR, a human resources provider in Guangdong Province and employer of more than 100,000 associates. REACH HR specializes in manufacturing human resources, and currently serves Guangdong's electrical appliance and logistical businesses. With this strategic anchor in Southern China, a long-time
Amrop Battalia Winston Completes Search for PBS
Amrop Battalia Winston has recruited Craig Sperling as vice president and deputy general counsel at PBS. The search was led by partner, Kathryn Griffin. Mr. Sperling brings 15 years media & entertainment experience from organizations such as; Wiley, Rein & Fielding LLP, Discovery Communications, Inc. and Morrison & Foerster LLP. PBS offers all Americans the
European Online Recruitment Up 21 Percent
The Monster Employment Index Europe, a monthly analysis of millions of online job opportunities culled from a large, representative selection of corporate career sites and job boards, reported a 21 percent year-over-year growth in May. Germany continues to lead all countries in annual growth for the sixth consecutive month. Industrial production sectors such production, manufacturing,
Kenexa Releases New Assessment Tool
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has launched StandOut, a tool designed to reveal an individual's top two strength roles plus deliver practical techniques to help managers and employees be successful. StandOut's reports include a 20-page individual employee report that details the person's comparative advantage and greatest value to the
