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The Leadership Growth Paradox: Why Leaders Leave
Across global markets, leadership careers are unfolding against a backdrop of unprecedented mobility and accelerating turnover. What once looked like steady, predictable progression has given way to a fluid environment where ambition outpaces the structures meant to contain it. The landscape of leadership tenure has fundamentally shifted across all major economies, according to a recent
Shelli Herman and Associates Seeking Chief Brand and Experience Officer for the Houston Zoo
Los Angeles-based Shelli Herman and Associates has been selected by the Houston Zoo to lead in its search for a chief brand and experience officer (CBEO). This leader will help maximize earned revenue, increase brand awareness, and improve the guest experience to support the Zoo’s mission. As a prominent global leader in zoo-based conservation, the Zoo has
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
Key Traits for Navigating a Crisis
The concept of leadership is going through a profound transformation. Traditional leadership paradigms, which tend to emphasize stability and incremental progress, aren’t adaptable enough to address the complexities of a more volatile work-life-community dynamic and global marketplace, according to a recent report from Signium. The study says that organizations are now confronted with much bigger challenges:
ADP Acquires the RightThing
ADP, a provider of HR, payroll and benefits administration services, has acquired The RightThing, a recruitment process outsourcing provider. The RightThing is also the parent company of AIRS, a leader in recruitment training and technology. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed. “With the addition of The RightThing's industry-leading RPO services, technology and management team,
Amrop Battalia Winston Adds New Diversity & Inclusion Practice
Amrop Battalia Winston has added a diversity & inclusion practice. The new group, which is based in Chicago, will be headed by Susan Medina and Peter Gomez. "In bringing these highly regarded professionals on board, we have made a significant investment in taking an industry leading position in helping businesses embrace diversity at the most
B.E. Smith Adds New VP
Executive recruiting firm B.E. Smith has hired Judy Spinella as vice president, project leader for the firm's interim leadership and consulting solutions divisions. Ms. Spinella will lead a number of interim and consulting leaders nationwide who provide leadership solutions for B. E. Smith clients. She brings extensive experience in regulatory and accreditation readiness, patient safety
TheLadders.co.uk Partners with eQuest
TheLadders.co.uk, a U.K. focused career site for £50K plus executives, and eQuest, a job posting distribution and job posting management provider, have teamed up to offer joint customers free job posting distribution through eQuest's job posting gateway. “As eQuest continues its expansion in Europe, the formation of these types of partnerships is an extension of
Futurestep Adds New VP
Futurestep, a Korn/Ferry International company that provides talent acquisition solutions, has named Jaishankar Adhinarayanan as vice president of global service management centers. Mr. Jaishankar joins Futurestep with experience in the management of service organizations, with a concentration on start-ups and process improvement of HRO, BPO and ITES operations. Most recently, he was the general manager
Eric Salmon & Partners Grows Brussels Office
Executive search firm Eric Salmon & Partners has added William Mossery to its Brussels office. Mr. Mossery has extensive experience in the telecom industry and will focus on telecom and ICT, as well as general management and staff support across industries. Founded in 1990, Eric Salmon & Partners is a top-level executive search firm that
TillmanCarlson Recruits CIO for CapSugel
Chicago-based executive search firm TillmanCarlson has recruited Ian Robertson as chief information officer for Capsugel, a KKR company. Mr. Robertson joins Capsugel from Novartis where he served as global chief information officer, consumer health. Capsugel is a provider of hard capsules and an innovator in drug delivery systems for the pharmaceutical, OTC and health and
Kenexa and HireVie Form Partnership
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has partnered with video interviewing provider HireVue. Under the new partnership, HireVue's Digital Interview Platform and On Demand Digital Interviews will be pre-integrated with Kenexa 2x BrassRing to provide recruiters with single sign-on access to both platforms. “Our customers are always seeking ways to
Monster Employment Index Increases Seven Percent
The Monster Employment Index (MEI), a monthly analysis of millions of online job opportunities culled from a large, representative selection of corporate career sites and job boards, has continued a positive annual growth trend at seven percent in September with all metro recording positive annual growth. Public administration registers steepest annual decline, dropping 29 percent
Insurance-Focused Search Firm Sterling James Opens Doors
Executive search firm Sterling James has opened its doors to serve the strategic human capital needs of the global insurance industry. Co-founders Bruce Halbeck, Erin Hamrick, and Simon Harrison were all senior members of the insurance practices of executive recruiters Heidrick & Struggles and Spencer Stuart before launching Sterling James. Mr. Halbeck co-led the insurance
Korn Ferry Expands Global Board & CEO Services Practice
Korn/Ferry International has announced that Richard L. Antoine has joined its global board & CEO services practice as a senior advisor on CEO and C-suite succession planning. Mr. Antoine retired as global head of human resources at Procter & Gamble, where he worked for A.G. Lafley and was a key advisor to Mr. Lafley and
Pedersen & Partners Grows Office in Hungary
Executive search firm Pedersen & Partners has named Peter Hidvegi as a senior consultant in Hungary. Mr. Hidvegi will be responsible for managing relationships with clients and managers, and execution of senior level recruitment assignments across Pedersen & Partners organization. He previously worked at Dow Jones Telerate Hungary and later, became managing director for Hungary,
The Buller Group Completes Search for TASC
The Buller Group, an international human capital services and recruiting firm, has recruited retired vice admiral Thomas J. Kilcline Jr. as vice president of naval programs for TASC. Mr. Kilcline served as Commander of Naval Air Forces, leading the Navy's aviation force of 100,000 personnel, 11 nuclear aircraft carriers and 2,800 Navy aircraft. “It was
Nosal Partners Adds Recruiter
Executive recruiter Nosal Partners LLC has named Rick Pedersen as a client partner in the firm’s New York office. He will conduct senior-level assignments in the financial services industry. With 17 years of recruiting experience within the financial services sector, Mr. Pedersen was most recently a recruitment relationship manager for Allegis Group Services, where he
Sucherman Consulting Group Names EVP of Development
Sucherman Consulting Group Inc., a management consulting and executive search firm in the media and entertainment industries, has added Angela Gardner as executive vice president of development. Ms. Gardner will support executive search and consulting projects for the firm and be responsible for developing business on the West Coast from her Los Angeles base. “We
Seven Step Recruiting Adds Strategic Director
Seven Step Recruiting, a Boston-based provider of recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) services, has added Katie Calhoun as a strategic director. With an extensive background in RPO management, Ms. Calhoun is focused on serving the firm's largest accounts while building on the strength of Seven Step's existing client relationships and strategic partnerships. Ms. Calhoun was formerly
Spencer Stuart Places CEO at NPR
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has recruited Gary E. Knell as the new president and chief executive officer of NPR. Mr. Knell comes to NPR from Sesame Workshop where he served as the CEO and president. Spencer Stuart is an executive search firm with 51 offices in 27 countries.
PeopleFluent Releases Compensation Tool
Peoplefluent, a provider of solutions for talent management, vendor management and workforce compliance and diversity, has announced the latest version of its compensation fluency offering. Peoplefluent's Compensation 10.15 supports the shift of the annual compensation planning cycle to a year-round event that helps effectively recognize and reward talent. Ronnie Thomson, SVP of engineering for Peoplefluent,
R&L Associates Completes Search for the New Millennium Group
R&L Associates has placed Christopher Tors as head of commodities with The New Millennium Group, a global search firm specializing in financial services. The search was conducted by Rochelle Schumer, president and founder of R&L Associates. Based in New York, Mr. Tors will head up the firm’s commodities and FX recruitment businesses. He previously founded
Boyden Expands Consumer and Industrial Practice
Paul Schmidt has joined Boyden’s Chicago office as a managing director in its consumer and industrial practices. Mr. Schmidt will play a key role in Boyden Chicago with his background in placing senior leadership with Midwest-based companies and his ability to work with manufacturing clients as they continue international expansion. He previously served as a
Hobbs & Towne Opens in Menlo Park
Hobbs & Towne, Inc. (HTI), an executive search firm specializing in the alternative energy and clean technology sector, has opened a new office in Menlo Park, CA, to further strengthen its presence in the Bay Area. "The challenges in the Cleantech space are similar to those we experienced during the tech bubble," said Dan Cremins,
Ortus Adds Former Digby Morgan Executive
HR recruitment consultancy Ortus has added Sonya Robinson as a senior consultant on its sales team where she will focus on senior HR recruitment. Ms. Robinson previously worked for Digby Morgan, Portfolio Payroll and Hays developing in-depth knowledge of the HR recruitment space. Ortus director Stephen Menko said: “Hiring Sonya represents another great step towards
Mohegan Sun Selects Enwisen Knowledgebase HR Solution
Lawson Software has announced that Mohegan Sun has signed a contract to implement Enwisen Knowledgebase, a web-based portal that helps unify HR and self-service solutions into one user interface with single sign-on capability. It will provide Mohegan Sun employees with 24/7 'HR anywhere' service to employees, which will help the company reduce administrative costs associated
R&l Associates Completes Search For The New Millennium Group
R&L Associates has placed Gary Schaeffer as managing director with The New Millennium Group, a global search firm specializing in financial services. Based in New York, Mr. Schaeffer focuses on the equities market. She is a former VP of International Trading and was previously with Global Sage. R&L Associates, founded in 1994, focuses on placing
Horton International to Grow Presence in India
Horton International has entered India with plans to rapidly scale up operations in the region by opening four more local offices in the next two years in addition to its head office in Mumbai. Horton made a soft re-entry into the country in 2009 associating with Zodiaac Executive Search, a local search firm owned by
CTPartners Names Vice Chairman and Global Head of Insurance Practice
CTPartners has added Laurie O'Shea as vice chairman and global head of its insurance recruiting practice. Ms. O'Shea will oversee the activities of global professionals dedicated to serving the insurance industry at large. She will also be a member of the board & CEO practice and the firm’s financial services practice. Ms. O’Shea has spent
Antal International Opens New Nordics Office
Antal Internationalhas opened a new Nordics office bringing its total office network to 103 locations in 33 countries. The new Copenhagen-based team will cover Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland and will be headed up by Bjorn Andersen, who brings with him six years’ recruitment experience in the region. The office will cover roles in a
Sanford Rose Finds New CEO for Its Nexus Dx
Sanford Rose Associates’ San Diego office has placed John Sperzel as CEO of ITC Nexus Dx, a global provider of Point-of-Care testing systems and advanced diagnostic solutions. Mr. Sperzel joins ITC Nexus Dx after serving most recently as president of Axis-Shield Inc. Robin Toft, president and CEO of Sanford Rose Associates – San Diego, said:
Saville Consulting Forms Multi-Year Deal with ATA Inc.
Saville Consulting, a global human resources assessment firm, has formed a long-term international partnership with ATA Inc. In a multi-million pound deal, the company has forged a major alliance with ATA, a China-based provider of computer-based testing and assessment services. ATA operates over 2,000 secure testing centers throughout China and has delivered more than 33
Bersin & Associates Adds New Analysts
Bersin & Associates, a research and consulting firm focused on enterprise learning and talent management, has strengthened its analyst team with two prominent experts focused on HR learning and talent management topics. Dr. Katherine Jones, a veteran in enterprise workforce and talent management applications, joins the firm as principal analyst and director of human capital
Russell Reynolds Associates Retained by the ICP
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has been selected by The International Center of Photography (ICP) to begin an international search for a new director. Willis E. Hartshorn, the current director of the ICP, will continue in his role until a successor is appointed. The ICP is a museum and school dedicated
