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Cooper Coleman Seeking CFO for the East Coast Zoological Foundation
Chicago-based Cooper Coleman LLC has again been retained by the East Coast Zoological Foundation (ECZF), home of the Brevard Zoo and the upcoming Bowen Aquarium, to lead its search for a new CFO. “We’re honored to continue our work with ECZF’s CEO and board of directors to support its ambitious growth and vision,” said Johnny Cooper,
Cornerstone International Group Opens New Office in Rio de Janeiro
Cornerstone International Group, a global executive search and leadership development firm, has opened a new office in Rio de Janeiro. The office will be led by Fabio Fonseca, country head of Brazil, the Rio office enhances Cornerstone’s local capabilities in executive search, talent management, and career services. “We congratulate Fabio and his team,” said Simon
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 Slow Hiring Processes Cost Companies Their Best Candidates
You’ve heard it countless times: “Hire slow, fire fast.” It’s sound advice in principle. Taking the time to thoroughly evaluate candidates before making an important hiring decision simply makes good sense. However, facilitating a comprehensive selection process and moving quickly are not mutually exclusive, according to a recent report from Noto Group’s Roy Notowitz. “It is a good thing
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?
Bauer Harris Fills Senior Marketing Position for PREMIER Bankcard
Boston, MA-based executive search firm Bauer Harris has assisted in the recruitment of Mark Halpern as the vice president of marketing operations for PREMIER Bankcard. “Congratulations to Mark Halpern on his new role as VP, marketing operations at PREMIER Bankcard,” Bauer Harris said in a LinkedIn post. “We’re excited for Mark as he steps into this new
Sheffield Haworth Names Managing Director of the Real Estate Practice in the U.S.
Global leadership advisory and executive search firm Sheffield Haworth has named Sun-Sun de Swaan as managing director of the real estate practice in the U.S. She will work closely with Sheffield Haworth’s international real estate teams to build and strengthen the firm’s global search and advisory practice. “We are delighted to welcome Sun-Sun to Sheffield Haworth,” said
Why PE-Backed Companies Need a Talent Operating System
PE-backed companies rarely underperform because they lack urgency. They underperform because they fail to translate strategy into talent with enough precision, according to a recent report from Keith Johnstone, vice president of marketing at Talentfoot Executive Search. “In our experience leading executive searches for PE-backed businesses, the real breakdown usually happens before a search begins,
Acertitude Recruits Head of Cybersecurity/CISO for Adevinta Spain
Acertitude has assisted in the recruitment of Xavi Bertomeu as head of cybersecurity and chief information security officer for Adevinta Spain, an EQT portfolio company. The search was led by partners, Eliza Baker and Tim Cook with support from Finty Hunter and Hannah Elwiss. Mr. Bertomeu brings more than a decade of experience in cybersecurity,
Anthem Executive | Anthem Academics Seeking Director of Athletics Texas A&M International University
Athletic directors are playing an increasingly vital role at colleges and universities across the country. With the expansion of athletic departments and, for the larger schools, the infusion of big dollars for sports, more schools have turned to search firms when such positions become open. Too much is at stake, they feel, to go at
Reducing Risk Through Informed Executive Search
As organizations face increasing pressure to make the right leadership decisions, executive search is becoming less about simply filling senior roles and more about reducing risk of a bad hire through better information, stronger alignment, and a deeper understanding of the leadership market. Companies are increasingly seeking search partners that can provide strategic insight before
Rokos Group Seeking CHRO for Keck Medicine of USC
Newport Beach, CA-based executive search firm Rokos Group has been retained by Keck Medicine of USC to lead in its search for a new chief human resources officer. The CHRO will serve as a strategic executive leader responsible for recommending, developing, implementing, administering, interpreting, coordinating, and evaluating human resources strategies, policies, programs, laws, and procedures pertaining to
Academic Career & Executive Search Retained by Briar Cliff University to Find New CFO
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) has been selected by Briar Cliff University to lead in its search for a vice president of finance and chief financial officer. Jennifer Muller, managing partner, is leading the assignment. Briar Cliff University seeks a strategic and entrepreneurial financial leader. Reporting directly to the president and serving as a member of the
How Adaptive Governance Is Reshaping Leadership in Private Equity
Private equity firms have transformed how they create value, placing greater emphasis on operational execution, leadership effectiveness, and strategic oversight throughout the investment lifecycle. As a result, executive search firms are increasingly being called upon not only to recruit high-impact leaders and board directors, but also to identify executives capable of operating within governance models
Why the Chief AI Officer Is Becoming a C-Suite Essential
Artificial intelligence is reshaping executive leadership, prompting organizations to rethink who should guide enterprise-wide AI strategy and oversee its responsible adoption. As companies move beyond experimentation to large-scale implementation, executive search firms are seeing growing demand for leaders who can combine technical expertise with business acumen, regulatory awareness, and the ability to drive transformation across
Yale University Taps Lindauer to Lead Vice President for Alumni Affairs and Development
Lindauer has been retained by Yale University to lead in its search for a vice president for alumni affairs and development. The search is being led by Lindauer CEO Deb Taft, executive vice president Faith Montgomery and senior consultant Andrew Machado. Yale University seeks an accomplished, visionary, and collaborative leader. Reporting directly to president Maurie McInnis and serving
What a Great Executive Onboarding Plan Actually Looks Like
Executive search firms devote significant time and expertise to identifying leaders capable of driving organizational success, yet the work of ensuring those executives thrive often begins only after the search concludes. As organizations face mounting pressure to maximize leadership investments and accelerate executive impact, onboarding is emerging as a critical extension of the search process
Slone Partners Recruits Chief Scientific Officer for Prolynx
Life sciences-focused search firm Slone Partners has recruited Amer Mirza as chief scientific officer at Prolynx, a biotechnology company developing a next-generation portfolio of ultra-long-acting medicines for obesity and related metabolic conditions. “Dr. Amer Mirza is an accomplished scientific leader whose deep expertise in drug discovery and development and passion for innovation make him exceptionally well suited to serve as
Wilson Appoints New CEO
Global talent solutions provider Wilson has announced a planned leadership transition as founder and CEO John Wilson moves into a role on the board after nearly 24 years leading the company. Jean-Francois Vezina has been appointed CEO and will lead the next phase of Wilson’s growth and innovation. “It was important to me that the company be
ATS vs. CRM: Why Both Matter in Executive Search
An ATS is designed to move candidates through a single search, not to maintain relationships over the years between searches. In executive search, however, those long-term relationships are where most of the revenue is actually generated. A new report from Recruiterflow breaks down the difference between an ATS and an executive search CRM, why relationship-driven
Potrero Group Leads Search for the Leader of Bay Area’s Largest Trail Network
San Francisco-based leadership consulting and search firm Potrero Group has assisted in the recruitment of Kirsten Saenz Tobey as the executive director of the Bay Area Ridge Trail Council. This follows a national search. “Kirsten brings exactly the combination of strategic vision, entrepreneurial leadership, and genuine passion for conservation that this moment calls for,” said Taylor
Caldwell Appoints COO; Announces New Regional Managing Partner Structure
Toronto-based Caldwell has named John Blank as chief operating officer. The firm has also established a new regional managing partner structure designed to support the firm’s continued growth, strengthen operational effectiveness, and enhance coordination across its global platform. In his new role, Mr. Blank will oversee Caldwell’s business and people operations, including regional leadership, talent and people
The Evolution of the CHRO: From Personnel to Enterprise Leadership
The responsibilities of today’s chief human resources officer extend far beyond talent management, reflecting a broader shift in how organizations view leadership and business performance. As workforce transformation, artificial intelligence, and organizational change reshape corporate priorities, the CHRO has become an increasingly influential voice in helping CEOs and boards navigate strategic decisions. Not long ago,
GHP Search Assists Christel House with the Recruitment of New Board Members
GHP Search, formerly known as Greenwich Harbor Partners, has helped Christel House Intl. to recruit John Gomes, partner, global telecom and technology at Bain & Co, and former partner, software at Kearney, Mani Iyer, chief AI and technology officer at Vanguard and former SVP – global head of infrastructure, data and technology at Paypal. Mr. Gomes is a globally recognized transformation and strategy leader in
TOC Arts Partners Assists Union Arts Center with the Recruitment of First Artistic Director
Following an extensive national search, New York City-based TOC Arts Partners has assisted Union Arts Center in Seattle, WA, with the recruitment of Yuvika Tolani as the first permanent artistic director. The search was led by vice president of executive search, Cynthia Fuhrman. “As a former resident of Seattle myself, I have enjoyed many performances
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
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
Top Five Mistakes Companies Make with Succession Planning
Appointing the wrong chief executive officer carries significant costs, negatively impacting morale, productivity, reputation, culture, and the bottom line. From a financial perspective alone, unplanned CEO turnover across the globe costs shareholders $112 billion in annual returns. Despite this, CEO succession planning remains underdeveloped in many companies, according to a new report from Odgers Berndtson’s Robert C. Satterwhite
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
DHR International Acquires Apogee Search
DHR International has acquired Calgary-based Apogee Search, a regional boutique recruitment firm focusing in the mining, energy, industrial, hospitality, real-estate, & technology sectors. Jill Schofield founded Apogee in 2002 after serving in numerous leadership capacities with Shell, Chevron, and IBM Global Services. Elaine Lee will be contributing to DHR’s global mining & minerals, media &
Pedersen & Partners Opens Office in Mumbai
Executive search firm Pedersen & Partners has opened a new office in Mumbai, less than a year following the opening of the New Delhi office. Suvra Sen has been appointed as head of the Mumbai office. Most recently, Ms. Sen handled business development and execution for a number of C-level searches at executive search firm
Grafton Employment Group Adds to Staff
Cecil van Niekerk has been appointed as group human resources director with the Grafton Employment Group, an employment and HR solutions company in Ireland and Central Eastern Europe. Mr. van Niekerk has almost 40 years experience in human resources and management where he has held senior human resource positions such diverse businesses as Johnson &
B.E. Smith to Lead CEO Search for CRMC
Executive recruiting firm B.E. Smith has been retained by the Catskill Regional Medical Center (CRMC) to begin a search for a new CEO. CRMC is located in Harris, NY, and provides a wide range of medical services. Founded in 1978, B. E. Smith is a full-service leadership solutions firm for healthcare providers.
JobPartners Selects eQuest
Jobpartners, a European leader in people and talent management solutions, has selected eQuest to provide its customers with a fully integrated job posting delivery gateway to thousands of career sites around the world. Jobpartners provides a set of flexible and collaborative applications that can be used separately or integrated into a complete comprehensive People Management
Odgers Berndtson Announces New Leadership
Executive search firm Odgers Berndtson has announced new leadership, offices and capabilities in the United States. Odgers Berndtson United States will continue to focus on CEO, board and executive-level searches across all industries. Steven Potter is the co-founder and new managing partner of Odgers Berndtson United States. He is joined by co-founder and partner, David
Cook Associates Posts 19 Percent Revenue Gains
Chicago-based Cook Associates Executive Search has posted a 19 percent gain in first quarter revenues. Search confirmations for the quarter were also up across every major practice area. CEO of executive search Mary Kier said: “I’m pleased with our first quarter performance. Our double-digit growth is a great way to kick-off our 50th anniversary year,
Martin Partners Places Google Exec at Chicagoland Entrepreneurial Center
Executive search firm Martin Partners has placed Kevin Willer as chief executive officer at the Chicagoland Entrepreneurial Center, the Midwest’s leading provider of services, mentoring and resources to the region’s most promising entrepreneurs. Prior to joining the CEC, Mr. Willer was the head of industry at Google, Inc. Chicago-headquartered Martin Partners provides executive search services
First Advantage Sells Professional Employer Organization
First Advantage, a global provider of workforce solutions, has sold its Professional Employer Organization (PEO) company DecisionHR to Bankers Employer Services. “The sale of DecisionHR reaffirms our global corporate strategy and commitment to focus resources and energy on products and services that are core to our business,” said Todd Mavis, CEO of First Advantage. “Ensuring
HireIQ Adds New Marketing Exec
HireIQ Solutions, Inc., the company designed to improve the hiring and recruiting process for customer-facing organizations, has named Kevin Hegebarth as its new vice president of marketing and product management. With over 25 years of marketing, product management and strategic development experience, Mr. Hegebarth adds further depth to HireIQ’s senior leadership team. He has held
