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CHRO Perspectives: Looking Ahead to 2026
There is a real bullishness from senior HR leaders about the impact and value they can add to organizations going forward, according to a recently released report from Leathwaite. This is starkly juxtaposed with the prevailing sentiment in 2023 and 2024 when HR leaders felt over-stretched and burnt out. Senior HR leaders now feel personally
TurnkeyZRG Recruits CEO for the Heisman Trophy Trust
TurnkeyZRG has assisted in the recruitment of Jeff Price as the inaugural CEO of the Heisman Trophy Trust. Len Perna and Rick Alessandri led the assignment. A seasoned sports industry leader with more than 35 years of experience, Mr. Price will steward the legacy of the Heisman Trophy while spearheading a new chapter of commercial growth and philanthropic impact.
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.
Calibre One Recruits CPO and Chief Technology and Information Officer for Production Resource Group
Calibre One has placed Jennifer Caserta as chief people officer and Joe Simon as chief technology and information officer at PRG (Production Resource Group) in New York City. “We are building PRG for a bigger future, and that means investing across every part of this business: our leadership, crews, talent development, and the equipment, technology and
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?
TRANSEARCH International Adds New Member Firm in Singapore
TRANSEARCH International has expanded in Singapore with the addition of The Executive Collective Asia as its newest member firm. Led by managing partner Angela Roche, the addition further strengths the organization’s executive search and leadership consulting capabilities across the Asia-Pacific region. “Singapore is strategically important to TRANSEARCH not only within Asia-Pacific, but to our global business,”
Beyond the Single AI Path: You Can Have It All
Executive search firms are moving beyond early experimentation with artificial intelligence and focusing more closely on how the technology can support different roles, workflows, and levels of adoption across their organizations. Rather than forcing every user into the same model, firms are increasingly looking for flexible approaches that can improve efficiency while preserving the judgment
Six Trends Driving Private Capital Hiring
Executive hiring across private capital is becoming more complex as firms rethink the leadership capabilities needed to compete in a changing investment environment. Search mandates are broadening beyond traditional dealmaking backgrounds as firms place greater value on operating expertise, technology fluency, capital formation, and experience navigating more difficult market cycles. For executive search firms serving
Shelli Herman and Associates Recruits President and CEO of Mystic Aquarium
Following an extensive national search, Los Angeles-based Shelli Herman and Associates has placed Rachel Metz as the new president and CEO of Mystic Aquarium. She will succeed Susette Tibus, who has led Mystic Aquarium since April 2023 and has been a recognized leading champion for the Aquarium for decades. “Rachel is an accomplished, thoughtful and inspiring leader whose experience
Academic Search Seeking Provost for James Madison University
Education-focused executive recruitment firm Academic Search has been selected by James Madison University to lead in its search for a new provost and senior vice president for academic affairs. Senior consultant Ann Die Hasselmo, consultant Christopher Butler, and associate consultant Kate Cusimano are leading the assignment. The school seeks an innovative and responsive leader to serve as its next provost and senior
ForceBrands Appoints Head of Executive Search
ForceBrands, a hiring and talent solutions partner for the consumer industry, has strengthened its executive search practice with the addition of Brian Waivada. He will lead the team and oversee the practice’s continued expansion. “This appointment builds on the strength and momentum of our executive search practice,” said Rob Ganjon, CEO of ForceBrands. “We’ve spent
Potential vs. Performance: Rethinking the Leadership Pipeline
Being a successful business leader has always been associated with a fast-paced management style, but today more than ever, leaders must constantly adapt and be prepared to navigate rapid change. Leadership roles across organizations of all types have become increasingly complex, requiring the ability to balance competing priorities at the same time. In this environment,
DHR Global Grows Sports Practice with Jobplex’s Acquisition of Ascension Sports Partners
Jobplex, the Chicago-based partner company of DHR Global, has acquired Ascension Sports Partners, an executive search and talent advisory firm specializing in sports, entertainment, and collegiate athletics. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Ascension founder and president Dan Rossetti joins Jobplex as a partner, working alongside DHR’s sports practice. “This acquisition marks an important expansion of
Russell Reynolds Associates Tapped by the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization to Lead CEO Search
Global leadership advisory firm Russell Reynolds Associates has been retained by the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) to lead in its search for a new president and chief executive officer. Andrew Kriegler, its inaugural president and CEO, has informed the board of directors that he will not be seeking a further term. The board has commenced the
The Moran Company Recruits CEO for The Arc of New Mexico
The Moran Company, an executive recruitment firm that specializes in the non-profit sector, has placed Tracie Fletcher as the new executive director of The Arc of New Mexico. Senior search consultant Bruce Scott led the assignment. “Tracie brings a 25-year track record of leadership in non-profit, government, and community organizations,” The Arc of New Mexico said in a
Solomon Page Launches AI Retained Executive Search Practice
New York City headquartered executive search firm Solomon Page has launched a retained executive search practice dedicated to artificial intelligence leadership. The practice is led by managing director Ryan Kellner. The practice partners with organizations in financial services, healthcare, life sciences, and venture-backed technology to place chief AI officers, heads of AI, heads of data science, and
Ema Raises $77 Million in Funding
Enterprise adoption of artificial intelligence is moving beyond experimentation as companies look for tools that can deliver measurable outcomes across core business functions. As organizations seek to automate more complex workflows in areas such as HR, IT, and finance, investors are increasingly backing platforms designed to operate at enterprise scale rather than remain stuck in
The Counteroffer Dilemma: What Candidates Need to Know Before Resigning
Landing the job offer of your dreams should be the culmination of a successful search process. But for many professionals, one of the most difficult parts comes after the offer is accepted: telling a current employer they are leaving. A recent report from The Bridger Group examines how companies respond when valued employees resign and
True Launches Boutique Search Practice for Venture-Backed Companies
Global executive talent platform True has launched True Venture Studios, a boutique executive search practice serving founders and venture-backed companies across AI infrastructure, HardTech, SpaceTech, DefenseTech, Fintech, healthcare, and life sciences, among others. “True Venture Studios is our way of reasserting our roots, giving founders a dedicated team that moves at their speed and fights for the
Vetted Solutions Recruits CEO for GO2 for Lung Cancer
Washington, D.C.-based Vetted Solutions has placed David Benson as the new CEO of GO2 for Lung Cancer. “David is an exceptional leader with a deep commitment to improving the lives of people affected by cancer,” said GO2 board president Rick Sherlock. “His collaborative leadership style, strategic vision, and ability to build meaningful partnerships make him the right
TalentRise Assists Grassroots Gardens of WNY with Executive Director Search
TalentRise has assisted in the recruitment of Megan Kelly as the new executive director of Grassroots Gardens of WNY. “We’re thrilled to announce Meg Kelly as the new executive director of Grassroots Gardens WNY,” the organization said. “Meg brings experience to our garden network from her work with the region’s business and entrepreneurship community, and enters
Private Equity Firms Rethink Executive Hiring for Future Growth
PE investors routinely underwrite businesses based on their future state. For example, an investment thesis may assume a restaurant company will double its unit count, accelerate franchising, expand geographically, complete acquisitions, improve margins, or become significantly more institutionalized during the hold period. Executive hiring, however, often remains anchored to the present, according to a new
ON Partners Recruits CFO for Fortera
Partners Josh Nathanson and Chris Clements along with principal Alexis Rohe of ON Partners have placed Albert Luu as the new CFO of cement manufacturer Fortera in San Jose, CA. “Fortera is at a stage where the work we’ve done to prove the technology now has to be matched by our ability to finance and execute at scale,”
BoardWalk Consulting Assists Downtown Atlanta with CEO Search
BoardWalk Consulting has recruited Kyle Waide as the new CEO of Downtown Atlanta Inc. (DAI) to lead in its search for a CEO. The search was led by Sam Pettway, Crystal Stephens, and Patti Kish. The search committee began its work in April of 2026 under the leadership of Egbert Perry, CEO, Integral Group; longtime member of CAP and
SearchWide Global Recruits President and CEO for Visit California
SearchWide Global has helped to recruit Julie Coker as the new president and CEO of Visit California. She succeeds longtime leader Caroline Beteta, who announced her retirement earlier this year. The assignment was led by Mike Gamble, chairman, CEO, and co-founder of SearchWide. The appointment is the culmination of a comprehensive global search conducted in partnership
JM Search Expands Search Team
JM Search, a senior-level talent provider serving private equity investors, portfolio companies, and Fortune 1000s, has expanded with the additions of Amber Shockey as partner within its legal practice and Curtis Walker as principal within its media & telecommunications team. “Continued private equity investment across legal services, legal-adjacent businesses, and professional sports is elevating the importance of
Interim or Executive Search? Choosing the Right Leadership Solution
Interim leadership has moved well beyond being a stopgap solution for unexpected vacancies. As organizations face greater complexity, faster strategic shifts, and mounting pressure to deliver results, boards and CEOs are increasingly turning to experienced interim leaders as a flexible way to maintain momentum and address critical business needs. For executive search firms, that shift
Funk Associates Assists the University of North Florida with the Recruitment of Eighth President
Funk Associates has assisted in the recruitment of Michael P. Shannon as the eighth president of the University of North Florida (UNF). Past president Moez Limayem stepped down from his position in early 2026. “Mike Shannon is the leader who can build on UNF’s strong momentum and continue to elevate the University’s incredible impact across our
DHR Global Recruits President of Business Operations for the Pittsburgh Penguins
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has placed Marcel Braithwaite as president of business operations for the Pittsburgh Penguins. This search was led by Mike Gagliardi and Glenn Sugiyama of DHR’s sports practice. “Marcel is going to be a transformational hire for one of the NHL’s premier teams,” said Mr. Sugiyama, managing partner of DHR’s sports practice. “I had the
Mercuri Urval Expands International Public and ESG Expert Practice
Stockholm, Sweden-based executive search firm Mercuri Urval (MU) has expanded with the addition of former Danish government minister Astrid Krag to its international public and ESG expert practice. “With Astrid’s extensive experience in international public affairs, strong commitment to ESG and sustainability, and deep understanding of life sciences, she brings a valuable combination of expertise and
PE Operating Partners Integrate New Role In Value Creation
After a sluggish year for PE hiring, executive recruiters are beginning to see the pace of staffing mandates pick up across private equity. This, say search consultants, is coming at a time when the sector’s approach to talent is growing ever more complex. According to chief talent officers at PE firms and their portfolio companies,
CDI Corp. Names New CFO
CDI Corp., a provider of IT-focused recruitment solutions, has named Robert M. Larney as executive vice president and chief financial officer. Mr. Larney, replaces Mark Kerschner who is leaving the company to pursue other opportunities. Kerschner joined CDI in 2005 as executive vice president and chief financial officer. “Bob has significant experience managing global financial
Dowd Retained By Scripps Network
Dowd Associates Executive Search has been selected by the Scripps Network Interactive to lead a nationwide search for a new senior vice president of corporate development. A leading developer of lifestyle content for television, internet, satellite radio, books and magazines, Scripps Networks Interactive is comprised of brands such as HGTV, Food Network, Travel Channel, DIY
AESC Names Three New Member Firms
The Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) has named BD Associates – Partners to Leaders, Fitco Consulting and UHUNT as member firms. Luxembourg-based executive search firm BD Associates – Partners to Leaders, founded by Bernhard Dedenbach in 2010, serves the banking and insurance industries as well as conducting senior executive and board searches for the
IIC Partners Adds Korean-Based Firm You & Partners
IIC Partners has added Korean-based You & Partners as its newest member firm. You & Partners was established in 2003 by CEO Susie Yoo and operates across many of the practice group sectors in which IIC Partners specializes – consumer & retail, energy, financial services, industrial, life sciences and technology. “We are very pleased about
Cook Lands Chief Marketing Officer for Extraprise Group
Chicago-based Cook Associates Executive Search has placed Joseph Cordo as chief marketing officer of Extraprise Group. The search was led by John Barrett, managing director. MRr. Cordo joins Extraprise from Verafin, Inc., where he served most recently as vice president of marketing. Extraprise Group is a provider of customer intelligence and multi-channel marketing services to
Saba Partners with BT Global Services
Saba, a provider of human capital management (HCM) solutions, has formed a global partnership with BT Global Services, a division of BT Group, which will enable BT Global Services to provide a fully-managed people management solution as part of BT Learning Solutions. This offering will include Saba’s learning management, talent management, online collaboration and enterprise
CTPartners to Acquire its Latin American Licensee
CTPartners has signed a letter of intent to acquire CTPartners Latin America Inc., its independently-owned licensee that has been operating as CTPartners in Latin America for the past five years. Seventeen partners currently operate from offices in Bogota, Caracas, Lima, Mexico City, Panama, Santiago and Sao Paulo. Brian Sullivan, CTPartners CEO, said: "The formal integration
J. Robert Scott Strengthens Financial Services Practice
Executive search firm J. Robert Scott has appointed Douglas Mann as managing director of its financial services practice in its New York office. Mr. Mann will focus on the insurance sector within the practice. He previously served as a partner with The Caldwell Partners and prior to that was with Ferguson Partners. J. Robert Scott
Harvey Nash Expands Public Sector Executive Search Practice
Harvey Nash Group has added two local government executive search professionals, Yvonne Skingle and Jan O’Brien, to strengthen the firm’s U.K. public sector executive search practice. Ms. Skingle joins Harvey Nash Executive Search as a director in the government and public services team. She previously served as managing consultant, executive search and selection, at Tribal
Laurence Simons Appoints New Managing Director
International legal recruiter Laurence Simons has named Lucinda Moule as managing director in the firm’s London office. Ms. Moule will focus on growth of Laurence Simons’ operations in the U.K. and Ireland as well as in the European private practice market. She has 15 years recruitment experience, having worked with the PSD Group, GRS and
Financial Executives Extend Their Reach Into Operations and HR
More than one in four (27 percent) chief financial officers said they have become more involved in company operations over the past three years. Human resources was the second most common area of expanded responsibility, cited by 19 percent of respondents. The survey, conducted by Robert Half Management Resources, included responses from 1,400 CFOs in
McCracken & Partners Retained by MarketWire
McCracken & Partners Executive Search Inc. has been selected by Marketwire Inc. to lead in its search for a new global head of product management. Canadian-owned and headquartered, for almost three decades Marketwire connect news makers and news consumers, sharing information with audiences worldwide.
Heidrick & Struggles Expands Leadership Consulting Practice
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has appointed Mark Nadler as partner in its leadership consulting practice. Mr. Nadler comes to Heidrick from Oliver Wyman Delta where he served as partner and specialized in consulting to CEOs, boards, and senior executives of major corporations on effective leadership and organizational change. Much of his
Tatum Strengthens Healthcare Practice
Executive services firm Tatum LLC has added three key senior professionals to its healthcare practice to strengthen and reinforce the services offered to help healthcare organizations resolve strategic, operational and financial challenges. As a new partner with Tatum, Cindi Long will be responsible for serving the company's portfolio of healthcare clients. Prior to Tatum, she
Summit Search Solutions Selected by Pacific Oaks College & Children’s School
Summit Search Solutions, Inc., an executive search firm that specializes in higher education, has been retained by Pacific Oaks College & Children's School to lead in its search for a new president. Founded in 1959 by a small group of Quaker families, Pacific Oaks College is dedicated to the fundamental Quaker principles of inclusion, social
PeopleAnswers Signs Deal with Greystar Real Estate Partners
PeopleAnswers has signed a new software licensing agreement with Greystar Real Estate Partners, a multifamily property management company. The PeopleAnswers HR solution will provide a web-based platform to assist with managing a number of electronic resumes and applications candidates submitted to Greystar. Greystar's talent management team will use the new technology to support their existing
Kelly Services Records 16 Percent Revenue Gain
Kelly Services, Inc./(NASDAQ:KELY), a global provider of workforce solutions, has posted revenue for the second quarter of 2010 of $1.4 billion, a 16 percent increase from revenues of $1.21 billion in 2010. The company had earnings of $21 million, or 53 cents a share, compared with of $3.9 million, or 11 cents a share, a
Grafton Employment Group Expands Group Board
The Grafton Employment Group, an employment and HR solutions company in Ireland and Central Eastern Europe, has made five appointments to its group board. Robert Dix is appointed to the role of group chairman, Niall Keyes takes on the role of partner for the CEE region, Vivienne Jupp assumes the role of non executive director,
Spencer Stuart to Lead CEO Search for Clorox
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been selected by consumer products giant The Clorox Company to recruit a new chief executive officer. Carl C. Icahn, the largest shareholder of Clorox, recently offered a $10.7 billion takeover bid for the company; when he was rebuffed he proposed dumping the entire board of directors and replacing it
Kenexa Launches Social Solutions for Recruiting
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has launched Kenexa Social Solutions, a multi-faceted set of social recruiting tools. The new solution draws on Kenexa's industry expertise in sourcing, recruiting, employment branding and social media to deliver positive outcomes for hiring employers as well as job candidates. Included in Kenexa Social
CareerBliss Adds Former Monster Exec
CareerBliss, an online career community, added has Jim Dwyer as its global director of strategic partnerships. Mr. Dwyer was previously global director at Monster Worldwide. He specializes in digital marketing, recruitment and client acquisition strategy, global business development, strategic partnerships and redefining the online career space. Heidi Golledge, co-founder and CEO of CareerBliss, said: “Jim
Bond International to be Implemented by Mega Force
Recruitment software provider Bond International Software has announced that Mega Force, which offers a range of innovative and customized staffing solutions to many of the top companies in North Carolina, will use Bond’s flagship recruiting software, Adapt as well as IT outsourcing provided by Bond. “With Bond supporting all IT needs for Mega Force, we
Odgers Berndtson Adds Head of U.S. Asset Management Practice
Executive search firm Odgers Berndtson has added Alexander G. Thomson as a partner in its Boston office and head of its U.S. asset management practice. Mr. Thomson has more than 16 years experience as an executive recruiter, conducting domestic and international C-level searches for clients across the asset management spectrum including real estate, debt, and
RSR Partners Opens in New York City
RSR Partners, a corporate governance and executive search firm based in Greenwich, Conn., has opened an office in New York City. The New York City office will allow the company to be closer to its clients and talent, particularly in the areas of private equity and financial services. “There is no executive search firm quite
hrQ Expands in Houston
hrQ, an executive search and professional services firm focused exclusively on the human resources profession, has appointed Lonnie Bane to its Houston team. Mr. Bane, who has more than 30 years of business experience specializing in human resources and business development, will serve as principal consultant focused on business development and human resources consulting services.
FlemingMartin Recruits CFO for Munchkin
Executive search firm FlemingMartin LLC has placed Gary Rolfes as chief financial officer of Munchkin, Inc. Most recently, Mr. Rolfes served as CFO at LRN Corporation. Founded in 1991, Munchkin, Inc. is a private company that creates innovative baby and toddler products across a broad range of categories. FlemingMartin is a retained executive search firm
JobS2Web Announces Latest Version of Recruitment Marketing Platform
Jobs2web, a provider of interactive recruiting solutions, has announced the release of version 3.0 of the company's Recruitment Marketing Platform. The Recruitment Marketing Platform (RMP) is Jobs2web's platform that helps recruiters measure and optimize their interactive recruitment marketing. Specifically devoted to improving how recruiting intelligence is used in talent acquisition, this release focuses on the
Boyden Selects Trina Gordon as New President and CEO
Boyden has selected Trina Gordon as the firm’s new president and chief executive officer. The firm’s board also elected Dr. Gerhard Raisig as chairman. The board’s decision further extends Ms. Gordon’s leadership of Boyden; most recently, Ms. Gordon has served as chairman of the Boyden World Corporation board and managing director of the firm’s Chicago
PrincetonOne Adds New Recruitment Specialists
PrincetonOne, a total recruitment services provider based in Skillman, NJ, has added eight new employees to its team staffing specialists. Rosina Ayala joins the company specializing in the accounting and finance industries. Ben DiPaolo joins PrincetonOne as a project coordinator in Cleveland; he specializes in recruiting for companies in the business services and manufacturing fields.
DHR Fills Board Position for ThermoGenesis
DHR International has placed Robin Stracey as a member of the board of directors at ThermoGenesis Corporation. Executive vice president, managing director and global life sciences practice leader John Baker led the search for DHR with assistance from J.L. Baker, principal, life sciences practice. Mr. Stracey currently serves as chairman, president and chief executive officer
IIC Partners Adds Salveson Stetson Group as Member Firm
IIC Partners has added Radnor, Philadelphia-based multi-specialty retained executive search firm Salveson Stetson Group (SSG) as its latest member, bringing the total number of offices to 53 in 37 countries including six in the U.S. Salveson Stetson Group was founded in 1996 by HR consultants John Salveson and Sally Stetson.
