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Massey Henry Seeking Chief Legal Officer for Peoples Group
Toronto-based executive search firm Massey Henry was recently retained once again by Peoples Group to lead its search for a chief legal officer (CLO). Reporting to the president CEO, the chief legal officer is a core member of the executive leadership team, responsible for developing and executing the company’s legal strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives
Atlantic Group Opens Office in Charlotte, NC
Executive search firm Atlantic Group recently opened a new office in Charlotte, NC. Lauren Sawyer, director, is leading the new location. “We are thrilled to announce the opening of our newest office in Charlotte, North Carolina,” Atlantic Group said in a LinkedIn post. “This location will allow us to continue our expansion into the greater Charlotte market and
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.
BroadView Talent Partners Tapped by Baltimore Community Lending for President/CEO Search
BroadView Talent Partners was recently retained by Baltimore Community Lending, Inc. (BCL) to lead in its search for a new president and CEO. Tracy McMillan, Robyn Quinn, and Donna Young are leading the assignment. The CEO is the strategic, operational, and external leader of Baltimore Community Lending, responsible for driving the organization’s next era of growth 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?
Allen Austin Launches Evidence-Based Leadership Assessment VantagePoint
Houston, TX-based search firm Allen Austin launch of VantagePoint, an evidence-based leadership assessment that helps organizations identify and develop high-potential leaders with greater clarity and confidence. VantagePoint is grounded in three decades of leadership advisory work and original research by Allen Austin chairman and CEO Rob Andrews. Over two years, Mr. Andrews interviewed more than 100 CEOs,
The CHRO’s New Mandate
Across industries, the organizational design structure has shifted from a traditional pyramid to an hourglass model. This is not a recent development, explained Slayton Search Partners’ John Doyle in a recent report. “Organizational efficiencies, increased technology and the first wave of Baby Boomer retirements began this transition nearly two decades ago,” he said. “Experienced leaders have been retiring. Internal pipelines have
AGB Search Recruits 11th President for Lewis University
Washington, D.C.-based recruitment firm AGB Search, which specializes in higher education leadership assignments, has helped to recruit Christopher Sindt as the 11th president of Lewis University. The Lewis University board of trustees recently announced that president David Livingston, will retire at the conclusion of the 2025–26 academic year. Melissa K. Trotta, Matthew J. Kilcoyne, and John Cech led the assignment. “After
Kincannon & Reed Assists CCI Prime with CFO Search
Kincannon & Reed (K&R), which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has assisted in the recruitment of Jamie Broad as CFO of CCI Prime, bringing on a seasoned finance leader to support the company’s next phase of growth. “Jamie’s ability to connect financial insights to operational realities makes her an exceptional
EQU Advisors Seeking Senior Leader for Sarah Lawrence College
Executive search firm EQU Advisors was recently retained by Sarah Lawrence College to lead in its search for an associate vice president of enrollment. This executive will serve as a key member of the senior enrollment leadership team and a collaborative partner across the institution. This role is designed to strengthen coordination, elevate shared strategy, and support
Egon Zehnder Forms Alliance with IMD
Global leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder and IMD, a leading business school in global executive education, have formed a strategic partnership to facilitate board directors’ personal growth and elevate board performance. The partnership combines IMD’s academic rigor and deep connections to global boards with Egon Zehnder’s expertise in leadership and board effectiveness. Together, they will co-create tailored
Why Boards Are Betting on New CEOs and How to Set Them Up to Win
A growing number of companies are entrusting the corner office to leaders stepping into the CEO role for the first time. As succession strategies evolve and executive talent markets tighten, boards are increasingly prioritizing leadership potential, adaptability, and strategic vision over prior CEO experience. Boards now face a new question: which qualities make a first-time CEO succeed,
The Leadership Reset: What AI is Exposing About Today’s Executives
For decades, leadership success was largely measured by experience, team size, and the ability to manage complex organizations. Today, artificial intelligence is changing that equation, and it is reshaping how boards, investors, and hiring executives evaluate leadership talent. As AI transforms how work gets done, organizations are discovering that competitive advantage is no longer determined
Greenwood Asher & Associates Recruits Provost for the University of Cincinnati
Miramar Beach, FL-based executive recruitment firm Greenwood Asher & Associates has assisted the University of Cincinnati (UC) in the recruitment of Rudolph Buchheit as executive vice president for academic affairs and provost. Andriel Dees and Julie Schrodt led the assignment for the search firm. His selection follows a national search led by a dedicated search committee that was informed by
HARTZ Search Assists Geisinger with Recruitment of CIO
Charlotte, NC-based HARTZ Search has helped to recruit Bill Bellando as executive vice president and chief information officer of Geisinger. He joins Geisinger after serving as senior vice president and chief information officer at Georgia-based Wellstar Health System from 2022 to 2026. In this role, Mr. Bellando oversaw information technology and digital initiatives across the health system.
Beecher Reagan Names Managing Director
Houston, TX-headquartered executive search firm Beecher Reagan has appointed David Rio as managing director. He will deepen the firm’s work with consulting and technology-enabled services clients across publicly traded, private partnerships, and sponsor-backed companies. “David is a great addition, who will do nothing but strengthen our capabilities and the client experience we deliver,” said Clark Beecher, co-founder and
When to Use an Executive Search Firm
Executive hiring is one of the few business decisions where the consequences compound for years. The right leader can accelerate growth, strengthen culture, improve execution, and create enterprise value far beyond their compensation package. The wrong leader can stall momentum, disrupt teams, and force organizations to spend valuable time and resources correcting course. As companies
Klein Hersh Recruits CEO for Corrixr Therapeutics
Klein Hersh, a search firm focused on the life sciences and healthcare industries, has placed Hilary M. Malone as the new CEO of Corrixr Therapeutics in Newark, DE. She succeeds Eric B. Kmiec, founder of Corrixr, who will continue to serve in his capacity as chief scientific officer and will remain actively engaged in the
RH Perry & Associates Assists Holyoke Community College with Provost Search
RH Perry & Associates recently helped to place Jessica Nicklin as provost and vice president for academic affairs at Holyoke Community College (HCC). Senior consultants Jessie Thompson and Levy Brown led the assignment. “Dr. Nicklin is a respected leader in higher education and an organizational psychologist, recognized for her strategic vision, collaborative leadership, and dedication to student, faculty, and institutional
TSI Group Fills Senior Position for Dixon Hard Chrome
Mississauga, ON-headquartered executive search firm TSI Group Inc. recently assisted in the recruitment of Corey A. Williams as general manager of aerospace and aircraft plating specialist Dixon Hard Chrome in Sun Valley, CA. TSI Group partnered with Dixon Hard Chrome to identify a highly accomplished general manager capable of leading the organization’s operations and supporting its continued
Spencer Stuart Acquires Dr. Bjørn Johansson Associates
Spencer Stuart has acquired Dr. Bjørn Johansson Associates, a Zurich-based, founder-led leadership advisory firm, through which Dr. Bjørn Johansson Associates will be integrated into Spencer Stuart. Financial details of the deal were not disclosed. “Dr. Bjørn Johansson Associates is a highly respected market leader with deep relationships with many of the most iconic and important businesses and organizations in Switzerland
Kingsley Gate Unveils a New Approach to AI-Powered Executive Search
Under pressure to deliver faster results, deeper market intelligence, and stronger candidate outcomes, executive search firms and talent leaders are reevaluating the tools and processes that have long defined the profession. Advances in artificial intelligence are accelerating that shift, creating new possibilities for how searches are scoped, executed, and managed from start to finish. Yet
Growth Happens When Human Capital is the Priority
Every growth story eventually reaches an inflection point where the business becomes more complex than the systems that built it. Revenue can grow quickly, markets can expand, and opportunities can multiply—but sustainable performance depends on an organization’s ability to evolve its leadership, decision-making, and talent infrastructure at the same pace. The companies that navigate these
Shelli Herman and Associates Tapped by Mystic Aquarium to Lead CEO Search
Los Angeles-based Shelli Herman and Associates was recently selected by Mystic Aquarium to lead in its search for a new president and CEO. The organization seeks an experienced, mission-driven CEO to lead the organization into its next chapter, defined by expanded conservation impact, philanthropic growth, and deeper community relevance. Reporting to the board of trustees, this
Furst Group Recruits President and CEO of Blessing Health System
Furst Group, which serves the healthcare and insurance industries, recently helped to recruit Mike Trachta as the president and CEO of Blessing Health System. “The board sought a leader who could shape long-term strategy, strengthen key partnerships, and preserve Blessing Health’s independence while advancing operational excellence and financial stewardship,” Furst Group said in a LinkedIn
Stevenson Search Partners and HAVEN Unite to Launch New Human Capital Platform: Tidemark Talent Solutions
Fort Lee, NJ-based Stevenson Search Partners, a global life science executive search firm and a Hunt Scanlon Top 50 ranked search firm, and HAVEN, a leadership development advisory firm, have created a strategic partnership under Tidemark Talent Solutions, a newly formed holding company focused on building an integrated human capital platform. Tidemark will seek to acquire and scale high-performing specialist
CHRO Succession Grows More Deliberate as Organizations Prioritize Experience and Transformation
The role of the chief human resources officer continues to evolve as organizations navigate workforce transformation, leadership succession, technological disruption, and shifting employee expectations. Once viewed primarily as a steward of talent and culture, today’s CHRO is increasingly expected to serve as a strategic business partner, helping shape enterprise priorities while ensuring organizations have the
DHR Global Tapped by Texas Southern to Lead Men’s Basketball Head Coach Search
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has been retained by Texas Southern to lead in its search for a new men’s head basketball coach. DHR emerged from what the university described as a competitive review process. The firm will help the school build and vet a broad pool of candidates capable of sustaining a program that ranks among the conference’s
Cook Silverman Search Retained by the California Academy of Sciences
Greenbrae, CA-based Cook Silverman Search was recently retained by the California Academy of Sciences to lead in its search for a director of leadership philanthropy. is a pivotal leadership role within the Advancement Department at the California Academy of Sciences. Reporting directly to the chief advancement officer and working closely with the executive director and board of
The Moran Company Names CEO
The Moran Company, an executive recruitment firm that specializes in the non-profit sector, has announced that Mike English joins Bill Moran as a partner of the firm and has been named the company’s CEO. Mr. Moran will continue his role as president of the company he established more than 30 years ago. Since then, The
Conviction And Speed To Drive M&A Deals In 2024
The M&A market has always operated in a boom/bust cycle of expansion and contraction. And the last couple of years have been no exception. According to Bain & Company’s latest Global M&A Report, rising interest rates among other factors represented a significant obstacle for dealmakers. But the biggest hurdle according to the consultancy was the valuation gap between
Korn Ferry Adds to Hong Kong Office
Korn/Ferry International has added Andrew Warneck as managing principal to lead its Leadership and Talent Consulting (LTC) business in Hong Kong. He will focus on strengthening the LTC business with an emphasis on regional clients and the financial services sector. Mr. Warneck spent the last 15 years in banking as a senior human resource and
Preston | Reffett Selected by Fluor Federal Services
Fluor Federal Services has retained the public sector & acquisition practice of Preston | Reffett, LLC to assist them in conducting searches for candidates for positions in support of their Logistics Civil Augmentation Program (LOGCAP IV) contract with the U.S. Department of Defense. “We are pleased to be selected by Fluor to assist them with
Beyond.com Extends Agreement with eQuest
Beyond.com, Inc., a network of niche career communities, has expanded its agreement with job posting distribution and job posting management provider, eQuest, by agreeing to fully underwrite all job distribution fees for eQuest customers who post jobs to the Beyond.com Network. Through this alliance, Beyond.com will introduce its services to a wider customer base. “Based
Accenture Posts 17 Percent Revenue Gain
Accenture/(NYSE:CAN) has posted fiscal 2011 net revenues of $6.05 billion, an increase of 17 percent over the same period last year and exceeding the company's guided range of $5.6 billion to $5.8 billion. Diluted earnings per share were $0.75, an increase of $0.15, or 25 percent, over the same period last year. “We are very
Towers Watson Launches New iPad App
Towers Watson, a global professional services company, has launched TWGlobal50, a searchable application for the iPad. The free app is designed to provide human resource and benefit professionals with instant access to critical human capital data from around the globe. “With so many professionals on the road these days, the need for instant access to
CTPartners Posts 53 Percent Revenue Gain
CTPartners Executive Search Inc./(NYSE:CTP) has posted 2010 year end net revenue of $113.7 million, a 53.9 percent increase from $73.9 million in 2009. There were 1,103 confirmed searches in 2010, a 65 percent increase compared to 2009. Productivity, defined as revenue per consultant, increased to $1.3 million, compared to $1 million the prior year. Net
Harvey Nash Opens in Vietnam
Global search and talent solutions firm Harvey Nash has opened a new office in Vietnam. The new division will be managed by Tam Truong Hong, senior vice president of recruitment, and Angela Lam, vice president of business development. Harvey Nash's global professional recruitment business will provide recruitment services for the financial services, technology and media,
DHR Places SVP Merchandising at Family Stores
DHR International has placed Paul White as senior vice president of merchandising, softlines for Family Dollar Stores, Inc. Executive vice presidents Julia Eakes and Bob Marchant led the search. “Creating an exciting offering of discretionary merchandise to complement our growing consumable assortment is the cornerstone to being a compelling place to shop for our customers,”
Pinstripe Partners with Montage Talent
Pinstripe, Inc., a human resources and recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) company, has partnered with Montage Talent, a provider of video interviewing solutions. Formerly known as Expressume, Montage will provide a full-service enterprise video platform and support for Pinstripe’s HR and recruiting needs. “We selected Montage as our business partner because of their enviable leadership team,
reed.co.uk Launches Job Sharing Tool Via Twitter and LinkedIn
U.K. job board reed.co.uk has launched a new job sharing feature to promote vacancies via Twitter and LinkedIn. The new service, which is being offered free to all recruiters advertising their vacancies on reed.co.uk, gives the option to share vacancies and jobs via the two social networking platforms. Mark Rhodes, head of marketing for reed.co.uk,
IRC Adds Argentina-Based Oxford Partners
IRC Global Executive Search Partners (IRC) has added Argentina-based Oxford Partners as its newest member firm. “Oxford Partners fits really well with IRC’s global executive search boutique focus,” says Sylvia MacArthur, president of the executive board of IRC. Oxford Partners is a boutique executive search firm that focuses on upper executive-level management positions. It is
Financial Recruiter Allemby Hunt Elects Non-Executive Chairman
Financial recruiter Allemby Hunt has elected Martin Guntrip as its non-executive chairman. Mr. Guntrip is the club secretary of the All England Lawn Tennis Club. “Martin will be working very closely with us to develop the corporate structure of the company and work on our continuing growth,” said Alastair Johnstone, CEO. “Martin has many years
Wurster Partners Places CEO at Greektown Superholdings
Executive search firm Wurster Partners has recruited Michael Puggi as chief executive officer of Greektown Superholdings, Inc. During his career of over 30 years, Mr. Puggi has opened six gaming properties. In 2007 he joined Herbst Gaming, Inc. (HGI) as regional vice president where he managed seven of the company's 15 casinos. Greektown Superholdings, Inc.
Walden University Expands HR Offerings
Walden University has introduced an online M.S. in human resource management degree program and is adding a human resource management specialization to the Ph.D. in management program. The new master's degree program gives students the opportunity to gain the skills and practical learning experience they need to further their career in human resources, whether they
Monster Unveils Job Hunting iPad App
Monster has launched an iPad app for job hunting available for free and downloaded via the Apple App Store. The app uses Monster's search technology to match job seeker's skills and experience to the right opportunities. The app exploits the best of the Apple iPad's capabilities, making full use of the large display and touch
Stanton Chase Adds to London Office
Executive search firm Stanton Chase International has added David Burland to its London office as a principal consultant and head of its financial services practice. Mr. Burland has worked in executive search since 1998, with a number of global financial services search firms. Initially as part of the global equities practice at Armstrong International and
CrossMatch Talent Solutions Created by OneHundredX
OneHundredX has created CrossMatch Talent Solutions with Greg Barnes serving as its president and founder. CrossMatch Talent Solutions was established to provide retained executive search, interim executive management and talent solutions consulting services exclusively to the global faith-based non-profit sector. Mr. Barnes comes to CrossMatch Talent Solutions with 25 years of experience in the area
Cook Associates Completes Search for Cincinnati Bell
Chicago-based Cook Associates Executive Search has placed Susan Kinsey as vice president, controller of Cincinnati Bell, a provider of voice and data telecommunications products and services. Ms. Kinsey previously served as associate vice president, accounting services for Luxottica Retail North America, a global retailer of premium fashion, luxury and sports eyewear. The search was led
PDS and HRMS Solutions Form Alliance
PDS, a developer of human resource, benefits, recruiting and payroll systems, has formed a strategic partnership with HRMS Solutions Inc., a national provider of workforce management solutions. HRMS Solutions will resell PDS' Vista HRMS solution to its North American client and prospect base, focusing on organizations with 500 to 5,000 employees. “We believe Vista HRMS
Kenexa Selected by KPMG
Professional services firm KPMG Australia has chosen to use Kenexa’s HR global recruiting solutions technology. Kenexa Corporation, a provider of business solutions for human resources, will include its global recruiting technology, Kenexa 2x BrassRing as part of its offering to KPMG which will enable the firm to manage talent by helping to improve recruitment, pre-hire
Simply Hired Launches Site in Sweden
Simply Hired, a search engine for jobs and recruitment advertising network, has announced a new localized site for Sweden (www.SimplyHired.se). With more than 45,000 local job listings, Simply Hired's expanded international presence will directly benefit job seekers as well as local recruiters, employers and Web publishers. The new job search engine for Sweden joins localized
Demand for Multilingual Recruitment Rising
Despite unemployment figures rising across the U.K. and Europe after the “European Recession” in 2009, the demand for multilingual recruitment is still thriving with U.K. employers according to Top Language Jobs. In line with increased globalization, many companies with their head office in the U.K. have started trading in various geographical locations bringing many challenges
IIC Partner Posts 37 Percent Revenue Gain
IIC Partners has reported a 37 percent increase in global revenue, citing renewed business confidence and the addition of new member firms. “Early forecasts are that 2011 will be an absolutely stellar year, certainly back to pre-crisis levels, if not beyond,” said IIC Partners global chairman Lim Chye Lian. “Our excellent 2010 result is due
Passive Job Seekers on Lookout for New Jobs
A recent survey conducted by Harris Interactive on behalf of Plateau Systems reveals that despite high job satisfaction, a wide majority (74 percent) of employed full time/part time & not self employed workers would consider a new job opportunity. In nearly equal proportions, workers surveyed say they would consider a new job or career opportunity
Adecco RPO Chosen by the SI Organization
HR solutions company Adecco’s Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) division, part of Adecco Group, has been selected by The SI Organization as its partner for full lifecycle, enterprise-wide recruitment services. Adecco RPO implemented a full lifecycle recruitment solution for the SI including an applicant tracking system, employment branding and outreach, research, talent market mapping and candidate
AIMS International U.S. Partners with the Executive Group
AIMS International U.S. has formed a strategic partnership with The Executive Group, an organizational development consulting firm, based in Valparaiso, Indiana. The Executive Group will provide leadership assessment for AIMS International U.S., which will assist the firm in identifying the most qualified and credible candidates possible for their clients. “Our new partnership allows us to
AESC Accepts Five New Member Firms
The Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) has accepted five executive search firms into membership. Clark Langdon Partners, founded by Simon Clark, has more than 18 years experience in senior level retained executive search. The firm operates from Monaco for clients primarily based in the U.S. within the energy and technology sectors. Hofmann Consultants is
I4CP Adds Human Capital Expert to Board
Renowned human capital expert Dr. John Boudreau has joined the Institute for Corporate Productivity’s (i4cp) board of directors. i4cp is a vendor-free network of corporations focused on improving workforce productivity. Dr. Boudreau is recognized worldwide for his research on the bridge between superior human capital, talent and creating sustainable competitive advantages. He will provide guidance
Lee Hecht Harrison and HumanConcepts Joins Forces
Lee Hecht Harrison (LHH), a talent management solutions company, has joined forces with HumanConcepts, a provider of workforce decision support solutions. Working jointly with clients to prepare for and manage workforce change events, HumanConcepts and LHH will help companies adopt proven strategies in process management, compliance and reporting, as well as offer a clear path
The Buffkin Group Retained by HealthTeacher
Executive search firm The Buffkin Group has selected by HealthTeacher to lead its search for a new senior vice president of sales. HealthTeacher was developed in 1999 by health educators and health professionals with the goal of providing a comprehensive online resource that would make it easy to teach good health habits to children. HealthTeacher
Caldwell Partners Adds to NY Office
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has added Richard Stein as a partner based in the firm's New York office. Mr. Stein has more than 25 years of experience recruiting in financial services, with particular expertise in areas such as global markets, private banking, wealth management, risk and compliance, consumer banking, technology and
