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Bullhorn Acquires TargetRecruit
Recruiting software provider Bullhorn has acquired TargetRecruit, a Houston-based provider of front-and middle-office solutions built on the Salesforce platform. The acquisition deepens Bullhorn’s strategic investment in supporting firms that run their business on Salesforce and bolsters its position as the leading recruitment ISV in the Salesforce ecosystem. With the addition of TargetRecruit, Bullhorn’s Salesforce user base
Top 5 Leadership Shifts to Watch After the Summer Break
As the business world slows down for summer, deeper currents are moving beneath the surface. Global dynamics are shifting. Technology is accelerating. Regulations are evolving. And leadership, too, is entering a new phase. International Executive Search Federation (IESF) recently gathered insights from its partners worldwide, and they see five clear shifts taking shape in executive leadership.
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.
Why PE Organizations Need to Apply Their Own Playbook to Themselves
Private equity firms have long applied rigorous operating frameworks to the companies they acquire, but many have yet to bring that same discipline to their own organizations. As market conditions demand stronger operational execution and more consistent value creation, leading firms are rethinking how they structure teams, define leadership roles, and integrate operating expertise across
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?
ZRG Aspen Leadership Group Seeking Chief of Development for the American LGBTQ+ Museum
ZRG Aspen Leadership Group was recently retained by the American LGBTQ+ Museum to lead in its search for chief of development. Jeanette Rivera-Watts is leading the assignment. Reporting to the executive director, the chief of development will provide the leadership, direction, and coordination of fundraising strategies and activities to advance the mission of the American
Lochlin Partners Recruits CFO for the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association
Lochlin Partners has recruited Janelle Padgett as VP and CFO of the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association in Glen Allen, VA. Ms. Padgett has more than 25 years of progressive executive leadership experience across complex healthcare systems, including multiple CFO, controller, and senior finance leadership roles within both for-profit and non-profit healthcare organizations. Most recently,
Why PE Firms Need Operational CFOs as Executive Growth Planners
Consider a private equity deal team forced to hold a portfolio company well beyond its planned exit timeline—not because the business underperformed, but because the IPO market stalled and potential buyers disappeared. Today, that scenario is more common than exceptional, a recent report from Odgers explained. “In an era where capital is abundant but exits
Executive Hiring Without Borders: Navigating the Opportunities and Risks
Remote work has transformed how we do business. When it comes to hiring, there are no borders. Companies can choose leaders from around the globe to guide their organizations. While beneficial, this can also present issues, according to a new report from Stahl Recruiting Executive Search, an executive search firm specializing in the railway industry. “When
Academic Search Recruits 10th President for the University of Saint Mary
Following a nationwide search, education-focused executive recruiter Academic Search has assisted in the recruitment of Ann Marie Fallon as the 10th president of the University of Saint Mary (USM) in Leavenworth, KS. Senior consultants Suzanne Mellon and Disa Mason led the assignment. She will succeed Sister Diane Steele, who has led USM for 25 years and last summer announced her
Why Human Judgment Will Matter More in the Age of AI
AI will accomplish extraordinary things—but it will also tempt us to mistake output for humanity. It has the potential to boost productivity, reduce costs, accelerate insight and innovation, and, when used thoughtfully, even deepen our self-awareness. As AI agents and systems become increasingly capable of showing reasoning, empathy, and elements of judgment, many people will
The Tolan Group Recruits VP of Payor Strategy at CCRM Fertility
The Tolan Group (TTG) has placed Marianne Fanning as vice president of payor strategy at CCRM Fertility, bringing extensive experience in managed care strategy, payor relations, and reimbursement optimization. Ms. Fanning’s appointment reflects CCRM Fertility’s continued investment in expanding patient access, strengthening payor partnerships, and supporting the organization’s long-term growth strategy. Prior to joining CCRM Fertility,
Kaye/Bassman Names Leader of North Division, Construction and Real Estate Practice
Plano, TX-based executive search firm Kaye/Bassman International (KBIC), a Starfish Partners company, has named Lee Martin as managing director and practice leader of the north division within its construction and real estate practice. In this expanded leadership role, he will lead the continued growth of the firm’s commercial real estate, building construction, and construction technology practices across the northern United States, further advancing KBIC’s integrated
How Executive Search Is Evolving Alongside Private Equity
With private equity firms placing greater emphasis on operational execution and long-term value creation, expectations around leadership strategy are rapidly evolving. Search firms are increasingly being asked to move beyond traditional recruiting models and serve as broader talent advisors aligned with investment outcomes. In this environment, the distinction between transactional hiring and strategic partnership is
DSG | Koya Retained by Gilda’s Club Chicago for CEO Search
DSG | Koya has been tapped by Gilda’s Club Chicago to lead in its search for a new CEO. The search is being led by Cheryl Stevens and Claire Hunt. The next CEO will have the chance to build on Gilda’s Club Chicago’s strong foundation while leaving a lasting mark—expanding its reach, deepening community and healthcare
June Hiring Cools While Unemployment Holds at 4.2 Percent
Employment increased by 57,000 in June as the U.S. unemployment rate stood at 4.2 percent, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. The number of unemployed people, at 7.1 million, changed little in June. Employment continued to trend up in professional and business services, social assistance, and healthcare. Leisure and hospitality lost jobs. The
Bell Oaks Executive Search Seeking Chief Finance and Administrative Officer for the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation
Atlanta-based Bell Oaks Executive Search is currently seeking a chief finance and administrative officer (CFAO) for the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation (WRF). The assignment is being led by partner Cynthia J. Moreland and senior search consultant Abi Gamino. The CFAO will serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and a key member of the executive
Leadership Advisory Enters a New Capital Cycle
Private capital is making one of its strongest moves yet into the leadership advisory sector. Recent investments by KKR in ghSMART and Advent International in Heidrick & Struggles represent more than headline transactions. Together, they signal a growing conviction among investors that leadership advisory firms occupy a unique position within the modern enterprise, helping organizations navigate leadership succession, organizational effectiveness, talent assessment, and
Crist|Kolder Places CFO at Mondelēz International
Crist|Kolder Associates has placed Amit Banati as executive vice president and chief financial officer of NASDAQ-traded Mondelēz International in Chicago. He will report directly to Dirk Van de Put, chair and CEO, and will be a member of the Mondelēz International leadership team. “Amit is a highly experienced CFO who brings a strong blend of financial leadership
Why Searches Lose Discipline Late and How to Prevent It
Even well-run executive searches can lose focus as the process unfolds and pressure to reach a decision begins to mount. Without consistent alignment around the original mandate, organizations risk making compromises that can undermine long-term leadership success. Most executive searches start with real clarity, a recent report from Nashville, TN-based executive search firm Morgan Samuels Company’s
NPAG Assists Proteus Fund with CEO Search
Executive search firm NPAG has assisted in the recruitment of Amardeep Singh the new president and CEO of Proteus Fund and Proteus Action League. He will officially assume the role in September. The Proteus Fund board of directors selected Mr. Singh following a rigorous national search supported by NPAG. The search was led by Ellen LaPointe, Ebony Breaux-Liang, and Andres Marcuse-Gonzalez. “On
Bullhorn Names Chief Innovation and Labs Officer and Chief Corporate Development Officer
Recruiting software provider Bullhorn recently appointed Jason Heilman as chief innovation and labs officer and Ryan Murphy as chief corporate development officer. As members of the executive leadership team, they will help drive the company’s next wave of growth and innovation. Mr. Heilman joined Bullhorn in 2020 when the company acquired Herefish, the automation platform he led
5 Ways to Evaluate a Job Offer in 2026
In today’s hiring market, the strongest job offer isn’t always the one with the biggest paycheck. Candidates who treat their next move as a base-salary math problem usually leave real money behind, according to a recent report from Lyneer Search Group, an executive talent acquisition firm specializing in finance and executive roles. The smarter approach, and the
McDermott + Bull Recruits Chief Technology Officer for JenaValve Technology
Irvine, CA-based McDermott + Bull has placed Edward Sarnowski as chief technology officer of JenaValve Technology, Inc. in Irvine, CA. The search was completed by partner Ken Dropiewski, and executive recruiter Michael Matranga. “Ed’s appointment marks an important step in the evolution of JenaValve as a company,” said John Kilcoyne, CEO of JenaValve. “With FDA approval now behind us and
JDG Associates Retained by the Institute for Defense Analyses for General Counsel Search
Rockville, MD-based executive search firm JDG Associates has been retained by the Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) to lead its search for a general counsel based in Alexandria, VA. Reporting directly to the president and CEO, the general counsel serves as IDA’s chief legal officer and secretary of the Corporation, with responsibility spanning legal counsel and
Korn Ferry to Acquire AMS in $1.1 Billion Talent Solutions Deal
Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) has entered into a definitive agreement with OMERS Private Equity to acquire U.K.-headquartered AMS. The transaction will combine Korn Ferry’s expertise across search, talent & organizational solutions, and workforce solutions with AMS’s expertise in recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), early careers and campus recruiting, contingent workforce solutions, consulting, and skills creation. The combination will
CarterBaldwin Assists Ideal Tridon Group with Chief Information Officer Search
CarterBaldwin Executive Search has helped to recruit Shane Dacus as chief information officer of Ideal Tridon Group, a portfolio company of Nautic Partners and global provider of engineered clamps, brackets, fittings, and metal framing systems. Mr. Dacus brings more than 25 years of technology leadership across industrial, manufacturing, and PE-backed platforms, with a consistent record of elevating IT
Lindauer Recruits CEO for Penn State Alumni Association
Lindauer has placed Reggie Bustinza as associate vice president for alumni relations and chief executive officer of the Penn State Alumni Association. He was selected after a nationwide search to succeed Paul Clifford, who departed Penn State in January 2025. The search was led by Lindauer executive vice president Faith Montgomery and senior consultant Raegan Harvey in partnership with Penn State. “Lindauer
Why M&A Success Is Ultimately a Talent Challenge
In its latest market intelligence findings, The Role of HR in M&A: 5 Golden Rules for CHROs, Spencer Stuart argues that many transactions fail not because of flawed strategy, but because of shortcomings in leadership, culture, talent retention, and organizational execution. While financial and operational diligence often dominate deal planning, the firm’s research suggests that people-related
Greenwood Asher & Associates Leading Chief Marketing Officer Search for the College of Charleston
Miramar Beach, FL-based executive recruitment firm Greenwood Asher & Associates (GA&A) is currently seeking a chief marketing officer and vice president for marketing and communications for the College of Charleston. Kyle Pybus-Jerome and Jeremy Duff are leading the assignment. The College of Charleston seeks a strategic and innovative marketing executive to lead an integrated marketing and communications enterprise that
AI Leadership: Driving Cross-Disciplinary Innovation
As a partner at SPMB, Natalie Ryan has observed the transformative impact of the newly formed chief artificial intelligence officer (CAIO) role within the modern business ecosystem. “Far from being confined to the realms of technology alone, the CAIO has emerged as a vital driver of innovation across diverse organizational domains, including marketing, sales, customer
Hay Group Launches Next Generation HR Solution
Hay Group, the global management consultancy, has launched Hay Group Spectrum, a solution designed to meet the needs of today’s organizations for efficient and measurable human resource management. Hay Group Spectrum is an evolution of the company’s pioneering Job Evaluation service, which has helped thousands of organizations to analyze, understand and measure the work that
EMA Partners Opens New Offices in Belgium and Norway
EMA Partners International has added two new offices in Brussels and Oslo. EMA Partners Belgium, headquartered in Brussels, has been serving international corporate clients since 2002 through a combination of executive search and cultural & leadership assessments. The firm advises clients on recruiting and retaining executives and high potentials both nationally and internationally. Founding partners
Korn Ferry Expands Leadership and Talent Consulting Practice
Korn/Ferry International has hired Susan Brodecky as a senior partner for its leadership and talent consulting. She will be based in the firm's Los Angeles and Irvine, California offices. Ms. Brodecky has 20 years experience helping senior executives in large global companies to implement strategic and organizational change. Prior to joining Korn/Ferry, she was senior
Daya Dimensi Indonesia Joins SuccessFactors Partner Program
SuccessFactors, Inc. has announced that Daya Dimensi Indonesia has joined SuccessFactors’ partner program as a SuccessSales partner in Indonesia. The partnership will help Indonesian organizations drive improved business execution and represents one of the largest human capital management partnerships in Indonesia. Under the terms of the agreement, Daya Dimensi Indonesia will resell the SuccessFactors Business
JobServe Grows Staff
Employment website JobServe has named Phil Simpson as chief sales officer JobServe USA and Richard Padgett as vice president of sales for JobServe.us, a national provider of online job posting services. Mr. Simpson's mandate is to expand the JobServe USA network of brands that include JobServe.us, ComputerWork.com, ComputerJobs.com and CareerBoard.com and to grow each of
SFN Group Employee Confidence Index Increases in May
The SFN Group Employee Confidence Index increased 0.5 points to 53.9 in May. The Index, which measures workers' confidence in their personal employment situation and optimism in the economic environment, shows that more workers are confident in the strength of the economy and in their ability to find a new job. Moreover, two in five
ManpowerGroup Acquires Xi’an Fesco in China
ManpowerGroup, a provider of workforce solutions, has acquired Xi’an Fesco, an HR provider in Shaanxi Province with over 10,000 employees. By acquiring Xi’an Fesco, ManpowerGroup becomes a dominant workforce solutions leader along China’s manufacturing frontier, west of traditional coastal cities. ManpowerGroup is implementing a massive strategy for developing and aligning China’s manufacturing workforce as the
Coleman Lew Announces New Leadership
Executive search firm Coleman Lew & Associates has announced two new additions to its top management team. Kenneth D. Carrick will be the new president of the firm, and Charles E. Lew will serve as the new chairman. Both executives previously served as the firm's partner-managing directors. Coleman Lew & Associates, founded in 1979 and
Russell Reynolds Associates to Lead Search for El Camino Hospital
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has been selected by El Camino Hospital to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. El Camino Hospital is located in Mountain View, CA. With 39 offices and more than 300 executive search professionals, Russell Reynolds Associates provides executive search services to a
JobFox Makes Advancements in Career Networking Tool
Career site Jobfox has the release new features that further enhance its career networking platform. The addition of an automated skills-matching “Network Builder” plus LinkedIn and Facebook integration to the company’s candidate referral tools will help recruiters more easily find talent in the market and increase job seekers’ chances of landing jobs. “Our networking tools
Monster Employment Index Continues to Maintain Positive Annual Growth in May
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 recorded annual growth rate of seven percent in May, marking the 16th consecutive month of year-over-year growth. Springtime recruitment remains strong in April-May timeframe despite one percent
The FiveTen Group Names Division Head in Europe, the Middle East and Asia
Global recruitment consultancy The FiveTen Group has named Sharron Marsh to head its new internal resourcing division across Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Ms. Marsh began her recruitment career at Hays in 1996, before she moved into internal recruitment with Martin Ward Anderson in 2004. In 2010, she joined Square One where she worked
Wilton & Bain Names Former Heidrick CEO as Chairman
Global search firm Wilton & Bain has named Piers Marmion as its chairman. Mr. Marmion previous served as CEO of Heidrick & Struggles Inc, managing partner of Whitehead Mann and managing partner EMEA at Spencer Stuart. "Wilton & Bain is one of the search industry's best kept secrets. It has a mastery of its sectors,
McCrackern & Partners Retained by CICBV
McCracken & Partners Executive Search Inc. has been selected by The Canadian Institute of Chartered Business Valuators (CICBV) to lead in its search for a new president and chief executive. “We are delighted to be assisting the CICBV in securing Jeannine's successor,” said Diane Armstrong of McCracken & Partners. “The CICBV has both a rich
Russam GMS Assigns Executive to Grow Entrepreneur Practice
Russam GMS, a U.K.-based provider of interim managers, has hired Alan Horn to play a key role in the development of the company's entrepreneur practice. Mr. Horn is the former CEO of The Interim Management Group (consisting of Albemarle, Walker-Cox and Armadillo in the UK and Management Angels in Germany). His extensive CEO level experience
Saba Names New COO
Saba, a provider of human capital management (HCM) solutions, has named Shawn Farshchi as chief operating officer. In this position, Mr. Farshchi will lead Saba’s efforts to further innovate Saba People Cloud into a global, cloud operation and capitalize on Saba’s next phase of growth and next generation cloud solutions coming in the Fall. Mr.
Diversified Search and Hodge Partners Join Forces
Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson has announced that Hodge Partners has become part of Diversified Search. Hodge Partners, a search firm specializing in senior executive and board level searches, is based in San Francisco and also has a presence in Atlanta. “Our firms are mirror images of each other in terms of mission, values, culture, and
Korn Ferry Adds to Toronto Office
Korn/Ferry International has named Marc Létourneau as its new senior client partner in the firm's Toronto office. Mr. Létourneau will lead the firm's efforts in the investment banking and capital markets sectors. Korn/Ferry International, based in Los Angeles and with a presence throughout the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, is a
Online Labor Demand Rises in May
Online advertised vacancies were up 148,800 in May to 4,471,200 according The Conference Board’s Help Wanted OnLine Data Series. The May increase follows a decline of 124,000 in April and a gain of 198,000 in March. “Overall, the trend in online advertised vacancies has been positive this year,” said June Shelp, vice president at The
Parker Executive Search Retained by UI
Atlanta-headquartered Parker Executive Search has been retained by The University of Illinois (UI) to begin a search for a new athletic director. Parker Executive Search conducts executive searches globally for corporations, colleges and universities, and collegiate athletics.
Paychex Hires SVP Sales
Paychex, Inc. has appointed Rebecca F. Bernson as senior vice president of sales. Ms. Bernson is a senior executive with more than 30 years experience leading Fortune 500 sales organizations, specializing in business process outsourcing. Paychex is a provider of payroll, human resource, and benefits outsourcing solutions for small- to medium-sized businesses.
CareerCast.com/JobSerf Employment Index Records 10 Percent Loss in U.S. Hiring
The CareerCast.com/JobSerf Employment Index, which measures managerial recruitment activity online, continued to slide for the third month in a row, with a loss of 2.1 points in July. “We are not seeing an improvement in hiring during the summer months, which is typical for this time of year,” said Tony Lee, publisher, CareerCast.com. “Although summertime
Tatum Adds to Seattle Office
Executive services firm Tatum LLC has added Stephen Cordial and Jim Rensberger to its Seattle office. Mr. Cordial previously founded Steve Cordial Consulting, which provided services to venture/private equity backed and public companies. Mr. Rensberger was formerly CFO for Pacific Mat, LLC and T&A Supply Company, Inc. “Steve Cordial has an outstanding history in key
Stanton Chase Names New Partner in Copenhagen
Executive search firm Stanton Chase International has named Ib Sorensen as a partner in its Copenhagen office. Mr. Sorensen has more than 10 years of professional experience in senior management positions with larger Nordic and multinational industry leaders in technology, and professional services such as IBM. Stanton Chase has 71 offices in 45 countries, offering
Nosal Partners Places CFO at StrongMail Systems
Executive recruiter Nosal Partners LLC has placed Steve Pantelick as chief financial officer at StrongMail Systems, Inc. Mr. Pantelick was previously CFO at Aggregate Knowledge, Inc. The search was conducted by David Nosal, chairman and CEO. StrongMail enables marketers to forge meaningful, profitable and long-lasting connections with their customers through email marketing and social media.
Dillistone Signs New Contract with ASAP
Dillistone Systems, a global supplier of software for executive recruiters, has entered into a new contract with Asap, an executive search firm with seven offices throughout Brazil. The implementation of Dillistone Systems’ FileFinder software system, which is expected later on this year, includes the purchase of around 100 FileFinder software licences, various services and a
Spencer Stuart Expands Life Sciences Practice in Paris
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has appointed Alain Leclerc as the new adviser of the life science practice at the firm's Paris office. Mr. Leclerc recruits senior leaders for clients in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical devices and services sectors. He specializes in positions across the entire drug-development process, including research, clinical development, medical affairs, regulatory
CTPartners Adds Partner in Chicago Office
CTPartners has added Patricia J. Coleman as a partner in the life sciences and healthcare and legal services practices. She is based in Chicago. Ms. Coleman was previously a partner in the life sciences and legal search practices of both Spencer Stuart and Korn/Ferry International. "We are very pleased to have Patricia's diverse experience in
TRANSEARCH Grows Madrid Office
TRANSEARCH International has named Javier Fernández-Luna as a partner in its Madrid office. Prior to entering executive search, Mr. Fernández-Luna developed most of his professional career in Accenture, where he started in the Arthur Andersen Legal and Tax Division. He retired from Accenture in 2006 and focused his activities on investment management and private equity.
Hireright and SilkRoad Technology Join Forces
HireRight, a global provider of on-demand employment screening solutions, and SilkRoad technology, inc., a provider of talent management solutions, have teamed to give joint customers a new pre-integrated solution to help manage their employment screening programs more efficiently. Kevin Dunning, director of product management at HireRight, said: “Both companies offer easy-to-use, streamlined solutions for customers
PeopleClick Authoria Releases New Compliance and Diversity Tool
Peopleclick Authoria, a provider of talent acquisition and talent management solutions, has announced the availability of CAAMS, version 4.2, the company's latest compliance and diversity product release. “In today's environment, HR professionals at all levels are challenged to reinvent their strategy in managing their workforce metrics,” said Randy Jesberg, senior vice president and general manager
