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Furst Group Recruits CEO for Point32Health
Executive recruitment firm Furst Group, which serves the healthcare and insurance industries, has helped to recruit Patrick Gilligan as the new CEO of Point32Health, the parent company of Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Tufts Health Plan in Canton, MA. “It was a privilege to partner with the board at Point32Health in their CEO search,” Furst Group said
Riviera Partners Grows Public Practice
San Francisco-based Riviera Partners, a recruitment provider specializing in C-level engineering, product, and design leader placements, has expanded with the addition of Will Potter as a managing partner, where he will help lead the firm’s public practice, working with enterprise and public companies to build world-class technology leadership teams. “We’re thrilled to welcome Will back to
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.
Caldwell Expands in London and Madrid
Toronto-based Caldwell has expanded with the addition of Alex Langridge as a partner in the firm’s financial services practice. Based in London, Mr. Langridge advises clients across financial services and fintech on senior executive and board appointments, succession planning, organizational design, and transformational leadership hiring. “Alex’s appointment reflects our continued investment in expanding Caldwell’s financial
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?
Fama Technologies Granted U.S. Patent on Foundational AI-Powered Social Media Screening Technology
Fama Technologies, providers of AI-powered online screening, has announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has allowed all claims in its patent application covering the foundational technology behind social media background screening. The patent, titled “System for Searching and Correlating Online Activity with Individual Classification Factors,” has a priority date of November
Updating How You Work So AI Can Actually Deliver
AI adoption is no longer a technology challenge, it is an operational one. Companies that generate lasting value from AI will be the ones willing to redesign workflows, redefine leadership responsibilities, and embed AI directly into how work gets done every day. Most companies will not fail at AI because they chose the wrong model,
Vetted Solutions Assists CoreNet Global with CEO Search
Following an extensive search process, Washington, D.C.-based Vetted Solutions has assisted in the recruitment of Vicki Worden as the new CEO of CoreNet Global. “Vicki Worden demonstrates exemplary leadership through her collaborative approach,” said Jamie Leary-Erickson, CoreNet Global board chair. “Vicki’s extensive experience in the architecture, engineering, and commercial real estate sectors, combined with her global perspective
BarkerGilmore Places Head of Legal at Vantage Elevator Solutions
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has placed Keinan Meginniss as VP, head of legal at Vantage Elevator Solutions. The search was led by Stephen Bell and Alison Waters. “Keinan joins the organization at an exciting time as the company continues to expand its operations and strengthen its leadership team
NGS Global Adds TalentXera
Wilmington, DE-headquartered executive search firm NGS Global has added Saúl Almendárez and his team at TalentXera. This expands the firm’s capabilities across Mexico and the broader Latin America region. Mr. Almendárez is based in Mexico City, where he has spent more than 20 years building an exceptional team and a highly regarded brand in the executive search industry. Along
IMD International Search Group Elects New Board Members
Global executive search consortium IMD International Search Group recently had delegates from member firms meet in Helsinki, Finland, and announced the election of several board members. Ben Tucker (Minerva, IMD U.K.) transitions from director to VP finance and legal. Eva Nielsen (Lisberg, IMD Sweden) is reelected for a second mandate as director while Terhi Heikkinen (IMS Talent,
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Launch Recruiter Performance Training Program
The executive search industry has a training challenge. For years, recruiting firms have depended on apprenticeship-style development, learning through observation, informal mentoring, and varying management approaches. That model works for some, but it does not scale effectively. In a market increasingly shaped by AI, speed, precision, and commercial demands, inconsistent recruiter performance is no longer
Executive Search Firms Confront the AI Transformation
As AI rapidly reshapes the executive search landscape, recruiting firms are facing growing pressure to modernize how they identify, assess, and engage leadership talent. Industry experts say AI-driven sourcing, predictive analytics, and automation tools are helping firms accelerate search timelines and expand candidate reach, while also forcing recruiters to rethink where their true value lies.
Cooper Coleman Recruits CFO the Center for Child Protection
Cooper Coleman LLC has placed William Wade as chief financial officer of the Center for Child Protection (CCP) in Austin, TX. The national search was led by Johnny Cooper, founder and CEO of Cooper Coleman. “Dion brings the kind of strategic thinking and mission alignment CCP needs in its CFO,” said Mr. Cooper. “They are doing remarkable work,
Boyden Assists Kerry’s Place Autism Services with CEO Search
Boyden has recruited Normandie Wragg as the new president and CEO of Kerry’s Place Autism Services in Ontario. The appointment follows the previously announced retirement of CEO Susan VanDeVelde-Coke at the end of June. The search was led by partners Jim Stonehouse and Pamela Colquhoun, and Kathy Luu, senior associate. “Normandie is a highly accomplished, values-driven
Modern Executive Solutions Expands Technology Practice
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Moises Velilla as managing director in its technology practice. He brings deep experience advising organizations on senior leadership hiring and talent strategy across technology and transformation. Mr. Velilla specializes in advising clients on executive talent strategy and recruiting transformative technology and professional services leaders. He
AI’s Next Test: Can It Actually Drive Growth?
A massive opportunity, and a critical trust gap, is emerging among corporate leaders. According to EY-Parthenon’s Growth Survey of 271 U.S. executives, 78 percent believe AI will accelerate growth, even as nearly 80 percent say the growth environment has become more challenging over the past year. Yet only about a third trust AI inputs for high-stakes decisions such
Retained vs. Contingent Search: Choosing the Right Executive Search Model
As companies navigate increasingly complex leadership challenges, the pressure to make the right executive hiring decision has never been greater. Boards and leadership teams are looking beyond resumes and credentials, placing greater emphasis on cultural alignment, long-term business impact, and a candidate’s ability to guide organizations through growth, transformation, and uncertainty. At the same time,
Brettschneider Executive Search Completes Search for Western Colorado University
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search recently assisted in the recruitment of Sharoni Little as dean of Western Colorado University’s School of Business. “Dr. Little’s forward-thinking approach will help shape the future of business education at Western, creating opportunities for students to thrive in today’s competitive economy,” said Brad Baca, president. With a career spanning academia, corporate leadership,
Ren Systems Appoints Head of Product
Ren Systems, an AI-powered relationship intelligence platform used by sales, business development, and professional services leaders, recently expanded with the addition of Nick Wynja as head of product. “As we’ve scaled Ren to 70+ enterprise customers and accelerated our feature release cycle, it became clear that we needed focused product leadership,” the company said in
How to Kick Off an Executive Search the Right Way
As leadership demands grow more complex, organizations are increasingly recognizing that a successful executive search begins long before candidate outreach or interviews take place. Search consultants say the strongest outcomes are driven by early alignment around business strategy, organizational culture, leadership expectations, and the capabilities needed to support future growth. Rather than simply filling an
Why Structured Interviews Lead to Better Hiring
As organizations compete for leadership talent, many are reexamining how executive interviews are conducted and whether traditional hiring instincts are leading to the best decisions. Increasingly, research is showing that structured interviews built around standardized questions and evaluation criteria deliver more reliable hiring outcomes than conversational, free-flowing assessments. Talent experts say the approach not only
Rethinking Career Loyalty in the Age of Gen Z and Millennials
As leadership priorities continue to evolve, executive search firms are seeing a growing shift in how candidates evaluate long-term career opportunities. Today’s professionals are placing greater emphasis on purpose, culture, mentorship, flexibility, and personal growth alongside compensation and title. Recruiters say organizations that can clearly communicate vision, invest in employee development, and foster strong leadership
Coulter Partners Recruits Chief Scientific Officer for Laigo Bio
Life sciences recruiting specialist Coulter Partners has recruited Richard C.A. Sainson as the new chief scientific officer of Laigo Bio. “It was a privilege to partner with Matthew and the Laigo board,” said Kay Wardle, managing partner at Coulter Partners. “Targeted protein degradation is one of the most exciting frontier areas of drug discovery, and finding a chief
Blue Rock Human Capital Recruits Chief People Officer for Michelli Weighing & Measurement
Talent acquisition strategies at many large companies have become as complex as their balance sheets. And while chief human resource officers play a vital role in overseeing an organization’s broad-based workforce, the chief people officer typically goes beyond overseeing its people policies. The focus instead is on building talent as a key competitive advantage, with more
Raising the Bar for Interim and Fractional Leadership
As companies face mounting pressure to move faster and adapt to constant change, interim and fractional executives are increasingly being brought in not simply to maintain stability, but to drive transformation from day one. Organizations today are seeking experienced leaders who can step into critical roles, solve immediate business challenges, and create momentum while long-term
BoardWalk Consulting Selected by Atlanta Ballet for Executive Director Search
BoardWalk Consulting has was recently tapped by Atlanta Ballet to lead in its search for an executive director. The search is being led by Sam Pettway, Demeika Wheaton, and Patti Kish. The executive director will lead Atlanta Ballet’s administrative and business functions in alignment with the organization’s mission and values, while partnering closely with the artistic
When Search Fatigue Leads to Costly Hiring Mistakes
In executive search, the biggest hiring mistakes are not always caused by weak candidate pools or poor sourcing strategies. More often, breakdowns occur near the finish line, when prolonged interview cycles, competing stakeholder opinions, and mounting business pressures begin to wear down decision-making discipline. What starts as a rigorous evaluation process can gradually shift toward
Preng & Associates Recruits SVP of Government Services for American Bureau of Shipping
Houston-based Preng & Associates has placed Rear Admiral Ronald J. Rábago as senior vice president of government services at American Bureau of Shipping (ABS). “Admiral Rábago brings exceptional government and industry experience that will further enhance the support we provide to our government clients in the U.S. and around the world,” said John McDonald, ABS chairman and CEO. “His
McDermott + Bull Expands in Amsterdam
Irvine, CA-based McDermott + Bull has expanded in Amsterdam with the addition of Gerben van den Hout as managing director. “This strategic hire comes as McDermott + Bull continues to expand its executive search presence across Europe, further strengthening the firm’s ability to support organizations in identifying and placing high-impact leadership talent,” the firm said. “Gerben’s appointment represents an
Resilient Recruiting: How The Tolan Group Defied the 2023 Downturn
The executive search sector faced a perfect storm of challenges in 2023. Founders, management teams, and recruiters themselves were weathering a downturn that early indications show likely resulted in a dip of 20 percent in annual revenues. There were outliers, of course, and much of how a search firm beat the odds depended on industry
Dillistone Posts 16 Percent Revenue Gain
Dillistone Systems, a global supplier of software for executive recruiters, has posted 2010 year-end revenues of £4.3m, a 16 percent gain with non recurring revenues up 31 percent. The company recorded operating profits of £1.2m up nine percent. “Dillistone has made excellent progress in 2010 despite the broader economic uncertainty. We have grown the client
TRANSEARCH’S Snowdon Tate Adds to London Office
Matthew Dallisson has joined Snowdon Tate, a TRANSEARCH member in London, as senior consultant. Mr. Dallisson will help to build the firm’s capability in the consumer products and services practice. He was previously with Highfield Human Solutions, an executive search firm, where he focused initially on sales and marketing positions for consumer products manufacturers. Mr.
Leaders Trust International Expands in Paris
Executive search firm Leaders Trust International has added Laurence Maheo in Paris as a consultant and will concentrate within the technology, media and telecommunications sectors. Ms. Maheo began her search career with Heidrick & Struggles in Paris in 1997 as a senior associate in the firm’s international technology practice. Prior to joining Leaders Trust, she
LongFellow Benefits Launches New HR Service
Boston-based Longfellow Benefits has opened Longfellow HR Services, a division designed to compliment Insight Performance, an HR development firm. Longfellow's consultants can access HR Services on behalf of their clients to answer questions and offer guidance on virtually any HR topic including compensation, compliance, employee relations, staffing, and performance management. “Even employers with the most
Russell Reynolds Associates to Lead CEO Search for El Camino Hospital
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has been retained by El Camino Hospital to lead its search for a new chief executive. The search committee for a new head of the Mountain View-based, 542-bed nonprofit hospital is being led by Dr. Patricia Einarson and includes incoming board -chairman John Zoglin. With 39
Ultimate Software Selected by Concord Hospitality
Ultimate Software, a provider of unified human capital management SaaS solutions for global businesses, has announced that that Concord Hospitality Enterprises Company has selected the UltiPro platform for its human capital management needs. With more than 3,500 employees, Concord operates its hotels and resorts under such well-known brands as Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, Starwood, and Choice
HornbyChapman Names Head of Singapore Operations
HornbyChapman Ltd. has named Liz Cleary as managing director of Asia and head of its Singapore operations. Ms. Cleary will have pan-Asian responsibility for business development, client retention, market research and expansion. She formerly spent 10 years with Zurich Financial Services, where she was responsible for developing and implementing the people dimensions of the business
Diversified Search Assigns New Vice Chairman
Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson has added Joseph A. Frick, former president and CEO of Independence Blue Cross (IBC), as vice chairman and managing partner. Before joining IBC, Mr. Frick served as vice president of HR at Philadelphia Newspapers, Inc. (PNI), which publishes The Philadelphia Inquirer and the Philadelphia Daily News. "Having worked closely with Joe
DirectEmployers Creates Job Matching Program for Veterans
DirectEmployers Association, a non-profit consortium of over 600 leading U.S. employers, has announced an online program to assist transitioning military personnel in all branches of our armed forces, their spouses, dependents, and caregivers in finding employment. The program will provide military personnel and their dependents access to more than 860,000 employment opportunities from over 90,000
Futurestep Taps New Head for North American Business
Futurestep, a Korn/Ferry International company that provides talent acquisition solutions, has appointed William Sebra as president of its North American business. Mr. Sebra will be responsible for growing the company's Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO), consulting and retained search services across the U.S. and Canada. He joins Futurestep from RiseSmart, prior to that he was formerly
Storbeck/Pimentel Places President at Colorado College
Executive search firm Storbeck/Pimentel & Associates has placed Jill Tiefenthaler, provost and professor of economics at Wake Forest University, as the 13th president of Colorado College. The nationwide search was also conducted by a presidential search committee that included trustees, alumni, faculty, staff and students. Colorado College is a nationally prominent, four-year liberal arts college
Robert Walters Launches New Legal Recuitment Team for Financial Services
Robert Walters PLC, a Japan-based international recruitment firm, has launched its new legal team which will service the specialist recruitment needs of both top international and domestic law firms, as well as in-house positions across industry. Following the market crisis, many financial services companies have found themselves balancing the requirements of local regulatory authorities and
Amrop Adds Managing Partner in Mexico
Global executive search firm Amrop’s Seeliger y Conde in Mexico has appointed Felipe Rivelles as managing partner. Based in Mexico City, Mr. Rivelles is a sales & marketing executive with 21 years of experience in key positions at Johnson & Johnson, Kellogg’s, Sara Lee Apparel, Campbell’s and other multinational consumer products companies. With 89 offices
Major, Lindsey & Africa Completes Search
Search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa has placed Christane Sheehan as director of administration in the New York office of Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP. The search was led by Melanie Bennet, global practice leader of MLA’s law firm management practice, and Scott Kessler, managing director in the law firm management practice. “Chris brings to
Monster and American Express Create Small Business Resource Center
Monster has introduced a small business resource center in collaboration with American Express. The goal of the center is to better equip small business owners with guidance and cost effective solutions for staffing and managing their enterprises. “In this collaboration American Express OPEN and Monster are uniting around a common goal: To support small business
RSR Partners Appoints Managing Director
RSR Partners, a corporate governance and executive search firm based in Greenwich, Conn., has added Brad McLane as managing director and co-head of the firm's marketing, consumer and hospitality practices. He will also lead the firm's Chicago office. "Over the years, certain professionals have emerged as leaders in our business. Brad is certainly in that
Sheffield Haworth Adds Consultant to Asia Pacific Legal & Compliance Practice
London-based Sheffield Haworth has named Katherine Holden as a senior consultant in its Asia Pacific legal & compliance search practice. Ms. Holden will be responsible for providing executive search across law firms and legal in-house positions at investment banks, private equity houses and hedge funds across the Asia Pacific region She has worked in legal
Employee Confidence Dips in March
The SFN Group Employee Confidence Index has decreased 2.2 points to 51.4 in March. The Index, which measures workers' confidence in their personal employment situation and optimism in the economic environment, reveals a dip in overall confidence among workers, specifically in regards to confidence in the strength of the economy. Twenty-four percent of U.S. workers
The Judge Group Expands San Francisco Operations
The Judge Group, a provider recruiting services, has hired Tanya Samuels as director of IT staffing in the San Francisco market. Ms. Samuels has over 15 years of sales experience within the staffing and human capital solutions industry. She previously was with recruiting company Robert Half International. “Tanya has been a stellar performer in IT
Lonergan Partners Place CEO at Buzzlogic
Executive search firm Lonergan Partners has placed Dave Hills as chief executive officer at BuzzLogic. The search was co-led by David Madden and Ben Anderson. Prior to joining BuzzLogic, Mr. Hills was a general partner with KPG Ventures. “Social media engagement is growing exponentially. BuzzLogic has the right platform in place to leverage this phenomenon
Boyden Adds To Firm’s U.k. Board
Boyden Global Executive Search has added Betty Thayer to the board of the firm’s U.K. office as a non-executive director. Ms. Thayer is well known in the international search and selection community as a top expert on the non-executive position and transition coaching of senior executives. She founded and served as deputy chair and CEO
Sucherman Consulting Group Expands Team
Sucherman Consulting Group Inc., a management consulting and executive search firm in the media and entertainment industries, has added Amy Entelis to the senior management team as executive vice president, talent strategy. Ms. Entelis will leverage her expertise as a manager of broadcasting talent (on-air and behind the scenes) to open new lines of business
IIC Partners’ Palson Consulting Re-Opens in Japan
IIC Partners has announced that Palson Consulting Co. has re-opened its office Japan. Palson’s president Koichi Sakamoto said aftershocks were still common in the city and travel was challenging, with some journeys taking four times longer than usual. However, despite some power cuts, Tokyo’s communications infrastructure was returning to normal. “Many Japanese companies have been
Peopleclick Authoria Purchases Acquire Solutions
Peopleclick Authoria, a provider of talent acquisition and talent management solutions, has purchased Aquire Solutions, Inc., a global leader in workforce planning and analytics solutions. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. This transaction unites a company offering an integrated talent management suite with new workforce planning and analytics solutions available in the market. “With
CareerCast.com/JobSerf Employment Index Reaches Highest Level Since 2008
The CareerCast.com/JobSerf Employment Index, which measures managerial recruitment activity online, rose to its highest level since January 2008, reaching 109.5 points, a 5.2 point gain over last month and a 65.4 point gain over March 2009. “It is heartening to see sustained hiring activity over the past few months,” said Jay Martin, COO, JobSerf. “There
Spencer Stuart To Lead Ceo Search For Breeder’s Cup
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been selected by The Breeder's Cup to lead the search for the new chief executive officer. The new recruit will replace Greg Avioli, who resigned earlier this month to manage Frank Stronach's racetracks. Spencer Stuart is an executive search firm with 51 offices in 27 countries.
The Jacobson Group Partners with ejsSearch
The Jacobson Group, a Chicago-based human capital services firm serving the insurance, healthcare and financial services industries, has partnered with ejsSearch, a London-based firm focused on executive-level assignments in the U.K., Europe, and internationally. ejsSearch is a boutique firm specializing in the insurance industry. “This relationship not only expands the breadth of our network beyond
Crist|Kolder to Lead CFO Search for the Toro Company
Executive search firm Crist Kolder Associates has been retained by The Toro Company to lead in its search for a new chief financial officer. Steve Wolfe, the current vice president of finance and CFO, plans to retire after 27 years with the company. The Toro Company is a worldwide provider of turf and landscape maintenance
Diversified Search Adds Managing Director in Philadelphia
Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson has added Daniel W. Hobbs as managing director located in its Philadelphia office. Mr. Hobbs joins Diversified from Korn/Ferry International, where he was a client partner within the global industrial practice working extensively with C-suite executives and board members at prominent industrial products and services companies. “Dan's executive search experience and
Heidrick & Struggles Names Global Managing Director
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has named Dave Winston as global managing partner of the firm's aerospace, defense and aviation practice. Mr. Winston, who joined Heidrick & Struggles in 2005 with the acquisition of Highland Partners, will also lead the firm's Dallas office as partner-in-charge. "I'm thrilled to have this opportunity to
HRsmart and VMN+ Form Alliance
HRsmart International, a global talent management software company, has opened a new division via a new venture with VMN+, headquartered in Argentina. The partnership will provide companies a professional and high quality choice in the international IT outsourcing market. With a track record spanning all around the globe and over 200 employees, VMN+'s offerings will
