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The Rise of Authentic Leadership
For years, professionals have felt compelled to separate their “work selves” from their “personal selves” in order to conform to strict corporate norms. But that’s beginning to change. Today, authentic leadership is what drives organizations to thrive, inspire, and retain great talent. It’s about authenticity and showing up as your true self, not just focusing
Taurean Opens Doors to Serve PE Sector
In private equity, the investment function looks remarkably similar across firms. But the portfolio-facing value creation function? That varies wildly – from model to model, firm to firm – with equally variable levels of success, durability, and impact. There’s no one right answer, but there are many wrong ones. For years, this didn’t matter much.
Executive Recruiters Pull Off Another Remarkable Year, Remain Bullish for 2023
Hunt Scanlon Media has released its annual rankings of leading executive recruiters. In the U.S. and globally, billions of dollars poured into the high-end recruiting sector in 2022, a result of continued pentup demand for senior-level leaders and their key reports.
Calibre One Recruits CPO and Chief Technology and Information Officer for Production Resource Group
Calibre One has placed Jennifer Caserta as chief people officer and Joe Simon as chief technology and information officer at PRG (Production Resource Group) in New York City. “We are building PRG for a bigger future, and that means investing across every part of this business: our leadership, crews, talent development, and the equipment, technology and
GDPR – The Perfect Time to Refresh Your Database
As executive search firms grapple with the complexities of GDPR, many are concerned that the new regulation will mean deleting thousands of records built up over many years. Surely there must be an alternative?
TRANSEARCH International Adds New Member Firm in Singapore
TRANSEARCH International has expanded in Singapore with the addition of The Executive Collective Asia as its newest member firm. Led by managing partner Angela Roche, the addition further strengths the organization’s executive search and leadership consulting capabilities across the Asia-Pacific region. “Singapore is strategically important to TRANSEARCH not only within Asia-Pacific, but to our global business,”
Beyond the Single AI Path: You Can Have It All
Executive search firms are moving beyond early experimentation with artificial intelligence and focusing more closely on how the technology can support different roles, workflows, and levels of adoption across their organizations. Rather than forcing every user into the same model, firms are increasingly looking for flexible approaches that can improve efficiency while preserving the judgment
Six Trends Driving Private Capital Hiring
Executive hiring across private capital is becoming more complex as firms rethink the leadership capabilities needed to compete in a changing investment environment. Search mandates are broadening beyond traditional dealmaking backgrounds as firms place greater value on operating expertise, technology fluency, capital formation, and experience navigating more difficult market cycles. For executive search firms serving
Shelli Herman and Associates Recruits President and CEO of Mystic Aquarium
Following an extensive national search, Los Angeles-based Shelli Herman and Associates has placed Rachel Metz as the new president and CEO of Mystic Aquarium. She will succeed Susette Tibus, who has led Mystic Aquarium since April 2023 and has been a recognized leading champion for the Aquarium for decades. “Rachel is an accomplished, thoughtful and inspiring leader whose experience
Academic Search Seeking Provost for James Madison University
Education-focused executive recruitment firm Academic Search has been selected by James Madison University to lead in its search for a new provost and senior vice president for academic affairs. Senior consultant Ann Die Hasselmo, consultant Christopher Butler, and associate consultant Kate Cusimano are leading the assignment. The school seeks an innovative and responsive leader to serve as its next provost and senior
ForceBrands Appoints Head of Executive Search
ForceBrands, a hiring and talent solutions partner for the consumer industry, has strengthened its executive search practice with the addition of Brian Waivada. He will lead the team and oversee the practice’s continued expansion. “This appointment builds on the strength and momentum of our executive search practice,” said Rob Ganjon, CEO of ForceBrands. “We’ve spent
Potential vs. Performance: Rethinking the Leadership Pipeline
Being a successful business leader has always been associated with a fast-paced management style, but today more than ever, leaders must constantly adapt and be prepared to navigate rapid change. Leadership roles across organizations of all types have become increasingly complex, requiring the ability to balance competing priorities at the same time. In this environment,
DHR Global Grows Sports Practice with Jobplex’s Acquisition of Ascension Sports Partners
Jobplex, the Chicago-based partner company of DHR Global, has acquired Ascension Sports Partners, an executive search and talent advisory firm specializing in sports, entertainment, and collegiate athletics. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Ascension founder and president Dan Rossetti joins Jobplex as a partner, working alongside DHR’s sports practice. “This acquisition marks an important expansion of
Russell Reynolds Associates Tapped by the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization to Lead CEO Search
Global leadership advisory firm Russell Reynolds Associates has been retained by the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) to lead in its search for a new president and chief executive officer. Andrew Kriegler, its inaugural president and CEO, has informed the board of directors that he will not be seeking a further term. The board has commenced the
The Moran Company Recruits CEO for The Arc of New Mexico
The Moran Company, an executive recruitment firm that specializes in the non-profit sector, has placed Tracie Fletcher as the new executive director of The Arc of New Mexico. Senior search consultant Bruce Scott led the assignment. “Tracie brings a 25-year track record of leadership in non-profit, government, and community organizations,” The Arc of New Mexico said in a
Solomon Page Launches AI Retained Executive Search Practice
New York City headquartered executive search firm Solomon Page has launched a retained executive search practice dedicated to artificial intelligence leadership. The practice is led by managing director Ryan Kellner. The practice partners with organizations in financial services, healthcare, life sciences, and venture-backed technology to place chief AI officers, heads of AI, heads of data science, and
Ema Raises $77 Million in Funding
Enterprise adoption of artificial intelligence is moving beyond experimentation as companies look for tools that can deliver measurable outcomes across core business functions. As organizations seek to automate more complex workflows in areas such as HR, IT, and finance, investors are increasingly backing platforms designed to operate at enterprise scale rather than remain stuck in
The Counteroffer Dilemma: What Candidates Need to Know Before Resigning
Landing the job offer of your dreams should be the culmination of a successful search process. But for many professionals, one of the most difficult parts comes after the offer is accepted: telling a current employer they are leaving. A recent report from The Bridger Group examines how companies respond when valued employees resign and
True Launches Boutique Search Practice for Venture-Backed Companies
Global executive talent platform True has launched True Venture Studios, a boutique executive search practice serving founders and venture-backed companies across AI infrastructure, HardTech, SpaceTech, DefenseTech, Fintech, healthcare, and life sciences, among others. “True Venture Studios is our way of reasserting our roots, giving founders a dedicated team that moves at their speed and fights for the
Vetted Solutions Recruits CEO for GO2 for Lung Cancer
Washington, D.C.-based Vetted Solutions has placed David Benson as the new CEO of GO2 for Lung Cancer. “David is an exceptional leader with a deep commitment to improving the lives of people affected by cancer,” said GO2 board president Rick Sherlock. “His collaborative leadership style, strategic vision, and ability to build meaningful partnerships make him the right
TalentRise Assists Grassroots Gardens of WNY with Executive Director Search
TalentRise has assisted in the recruitment of Megan Kelly as the new executive director of Grassroots Gardens of WNY. “We’re thrilled to announce Meg Kelly as the new executive director of Grassroots Gardens WNY,” the organization said. “Meg brings experience to our garden network from her work with the region’s business and entrepreneurship community, and enters
Private Equity Firms Rethink Executive Hiring for Future Growth
PE investors routinely underwrite businesses based on their future state. For example, an investment thesis may assume a restaurant company will double its unit count, accelerate franchising, expand geographically, complete acquisitions, improve margins, or become significantly more institutionalized during the hold period. Executive hiring, however, often remains anchored to the present, according to a new
ON Partners Recruits CFO for Fortera
Partners Josh Nathanson and Chris Clements along with principal Alexis Rohe of ON Partners have placed Albert Luu as the new CFO of cement manufacturer Fortera in San Jose, CA. “Fortera is at a stage where the work we’ve done to prove the technology now has to be matched by our ability to finance and execute at scale,”
BoardWalk Consulting Assists Downtown Atlanta with CEO Search
BoardWalk Consulting has recruited Kyle Waide as the new CEO of Downtown Atlanta Inc. (DAI) to lead in its search for a CEO. The search was led by Sam Pettway, Crystal Stephens, and Patti Kish. The search committee began its work in April of 2026 under the leadership of Egbert Perry, CEO, Integral Group; longtime member of CAP and
SearchWide Global Recruits President and CEO for Visit California
SearchWide Global has helped to recruit Julie Coker as the new president and CEO of Visit California. She succeeds longtime leader Caroline Beteta, who announced her retirement earlier this year. The assignment was led by Mike Gamble, chairman, CEO, and co-founder of SearchWide. The appointment is the culmination of a comprehensive global search conducted in partnership
JM Search Expands Search Team
JM Search, a senior-level talent provider serving private equity investors, portfolio companies, and Fortune 1000s, has expanded with the additions of Amber Shockey as partner within its legal practice and Curtis Walker as principal within its media & telecommunications team. “Continued private equity investment across legal services, legal-adjacent businesses, and professional sports is elevating the importance of
Interim or Executive Search? Choosing the Right Leadership Solution
Interim leadership has moved well beyond being a stopgap solution for unexpected vacancies. As organizations face greater complexity, faster strategic shifts, and mounting pressure to deliver results, boards and CEOs are increasingly turning to experienced interim leaders as a flexible way to maintain momentum and address critical business needs. For executive search firms, that shift
Funk Associates Assists the University of North Florida with the Recruitment of Eighth President
Funk Associates has assisted in the recruitment of Michael P. Shannon as the eighth president of the University of North Florida (UNF). Past president Moez Limayem stepped down from his position in early 2026. “Mike Shannon is the leader who can build on UNF’s strong momentum and continue to elevate the University’s incredible impact across our
DHR Global Recruits President of Business Operations for the Pittsburgh Penguins
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has placed Marcel Braithwaite as president of business operations for the Pittsburgh Penguins. This search was led by Mike Gagliardi and Glenn Sugiyama of DHR’s sports practice. “Marcel is going to be a transformational hire for one of the NHL’s premier teams,” said Mr. Sugiyama, managing partner of DHR’s sports practice. “I had the
Mercuri Urval Expands International Public and ESG Expert Practice
Stockholm, Sweden-based executive search firm Mercuri Urval (MU) has expanded with the addition of former Danish government minister Astrid Krag to its international public and ESG expert practice. “With Astrid’s extensive experience in international public affairs, strong commitment to ESG and sustainability, and deep understanding of life sciences, she brings a valuable combination of expertise and
A Look at the Importance of Proper Background Checks for Executive Search
Background checks are an important part of the hiring process. They can help confirm that candidates have the experience and education they claim to have. This includes verification of education, employment history, professional licenses, and certifications. Background checks can help identify candidates with a history of financial irresponsibility or fraudulent activities. This is important when hiring for senior
Kincannon & Reed Names Managing Director
Kincannon & Reed has appointed Gary Weihs as a managing director. Based in Iowa, Mr. Weihs will serve clients throughout North America and internationally. He joins Kincannon & Reed from Proliant Dairy, a division of Laurisden Group, where he most recently served as CEO. Prior to that, he was COO of RDO Equipment, which owns
ManpowerGroup Records 24 Percent Revenue Rise
ManpowerGroup/(NYSE:MAN) has posted revenues of $5.1 billion for the first quarter ended March 31, 2011, a increase of 24 percent from $4.1 billion a year earlier. The Milwaukee-based company recorded earnings of $35.7 million, or 43 cents per diluted share, compared to net earnings of $2.8 million, or four cents per diluted share, a year
Bernard Hodes Groups Partners with HRK
Bernard Hodes Group, a provider of integrated talent solutions, has announced that HRK, S.A. has joined the Hodes Global Network. HRK is a specialist in strategy development and implementation of integrated recruitment marketing campaigns, and has worked with large global brands such as Kraft Foods, Reckitt Benckiser and Leroy Merlin. “The addition of HRK strengthens
Vetted Solutions to Lead CEO Search for AMCP
Washington, D.C.-based executive search firm Vetted Solutions LLC has been retained by The Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP) to lead its search for a new chief executive. AMCP is a professional organization for pharmacists, health care practitioners and associates who practice in managed care settings. Vetted Solutions provides retained executive search services, interim solutions,
Barclay Meade Adds Lead Consultant
Recruiting firm Barclay Meade, part of the Machtech Group, has named Michaela Poust as a lead consultant based in its St. Albans office. Ms. Poust has 18 years of recruitment experience and was previously a senior consultant at Macmillan Davies Hodes. “The strength of our business is in the quality and calibre of our key
Monster’s Revenue Rises 21 Percent
Monster Worldwide, Inc./(NYSE:MWW) has posted revenues of $261 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2011, compared with $215.3 million in the comparable quarter of 2009, a 21.4 percent gain. During the quarter, Monster reported a net income of $0.1 million or break-even earnings compared to a net loss of $24 million or 20
Lucas Group Expands Staff
North American search firm Lucas Group has added Amy Healey as the new director of sales operations. In this role, Ms. Healey will be tasked with sales operations and training. She will also be responsible for building the firm's internal recruiting efforts. Ms. Healey comes to Lucas Group from Hobson Associates, where she was a
JB Homer Fills Senior Position for CEB
New York City-headquartered recruiter JB Homer Associates has placed Edie Ashton as the new senior director of global data warehouse technology for The Corporate Executive Board Company (CEB). CEB is a provider of business research and analysis services to more than 5,000 companies worldwide. JB Homer has 25 years of experience placing senior-level technology and
Online Labor Demand Drops in April
Online advertised vacancies slipped by 123,800 in April to 4,322,300, according The Conference Board’s Help Wanted OnLine Data Series. The April decline follows a strong gain of 763,100 in the first quarter of 2011. “Labor demand has risen to levels we last saw just before the official start of the recession four years ago,” said
CareerBoard.com Partners with Cleveland-Based Fox
CareerBoard.com has formed a partnership agreement with Northeast Ohio's news leader, FOX 8. Through the agreement employers with hiring needs have the opportunity to purchase multimedia recruitment packages at significantly reduced rates through CareerBoard.com encompassing online job postings, TV ads, web advertisements, social media and TV segments during The New Day Cleveland Show. CareerBoard currently
Hudson Highland Posts 21 Percent Revenue Gain
Hudson Highland Group, Inc./(NASDAQ:HHGP) has posted first quarter 2011 revenues of $218.5 million, up 21.3 percent from $180.1 million the same period the prior year. Permanent recruitment continued to deliver the strongest service line revenue growth, up 31.8 percent from the prior year quarter. Temporary contracting revenue increased 20.8 percent in the first quarter, representing
CTPartners Grows Financial Services Team
CTPartners has named Greg Konstans as a partner in its financial services practice. His primary market focus will include consumer and diversified financial services, HR, and financial officer searches. Mr. Konstans, who will be based in Dallas, comes to the firm from Russell Reynolds Associates where he served as co-head of the consumer financial services
Major, Lindsey & Africa Brokers Law Firm Merger
Search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa has announced the merger of entertainment law firm White O’Connor Fink & Brenner LLP with New York-based Kelley Drye & Warren LLP. The merger was facilitated by MLA’s Jeff Liebster, managing director in New York and Dan Hatch, chair of the partner practice group in Southern California. “This merger
Boyden to Lead CEO Search for MassPort
Boyden Global Executive Search has been selected by MassPort, the operator of Boston’s ports and airports, to assist in finding candidates for the position of executive director and CEO. The search is being led by Tim McNamara, managing director at Boyden Washington, D.C. Boyden is an executive search firm with more than 70 offices in
Hiring Demand Strong in China and India
China and India are among the best places for job hunters to seek employment, according to the new Asia Employment Report from Going Global, a provider of country-specific employment information. Hiring expectations are more than twice as high as last year across all sectors in China, with most new jobs in the banking and financial
Krauthamer & Associates Leads CEO Search for APTA
Executive search firm Krauthamer & Associates has been retained by the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) to lead the recruiting efforts for a new president and CEO. APTA retained K&A to replace William W. Millar who announced his retirement after 15 years with the organization. He will retire effective October 31, 2011. K&A will begin
CDI Revenue Jumps 22 Percent; MRI Up Nine Percent
CDI Corp./(NYSE:CDI), a Philadelphia-based provider of IT-focused recruitment solutions, posted first quarter revenues of $256.6 million, a gain of 22.2 percent from revenues of $209.9 million a year ago. During the quarter, the company reported net income of $0.7 million, or $0.04 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $0.2 million, or $0.01
Fernebord Group Taps CEO for Land and Investment Co.
Executive search firm The Ferneborg Group has placed Ronald L. Jackson as president and chief executive officer of Beard Land and Investment Co. Mr. Jackson was formerly the COO of Cascade Investments.Beard Land and Investment operates through its subsidiaries including Modesto and Empire Traction Company, Beard Land Improvement Company, and Del Este Properties. The company
eQuest to be Available in Russian and Chinese
Job posting distribution and job posting management provider, eQuest, has added Russian and Chinese simplified languages to its user interface. eQuest can also be used in English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese. When a user selects a preferred language the labels, buttons and entry category information of the online interface appear in that language. Individual recruiters
HR Plus Collaborates with Inquiries, Inc.
HR Plus, a provider of solutions for employment and background screening, and a division of AlliedBarton Security Services, has partnered with Inquiries, Inc. “Inquires is the subject matter expert in the fingerprinting space. They have the ability to help guide our clients through the ins and outs of fingerprinting regulations for their specific state or
Trilogy Adds New Director
Burlingame, CA-based retained executive search firm Trilogy Search Non+Profit has added Andrew Deitz as a director. Mr. Deitz will focus on the clean technology and health care services sectors. Previously, he consulted for Symphony Technology Group. “We’re extremely pleased to have Andrew join our firm,” said Trilogy’s managing director Chuck Pappalardo. “He has a long
SFN Group Posts Eight Percent Revenue Gain
Recruiting giant SFN Group/(NYSE:SFN) has posted first quarter 2011 revenues of $500 million, an 8.1 percent increase from revenues of $463 million during the same period last year. The Fort Lauderdale-based company recorded earnings of $2.7 million, or $0.05 per diluted share, compared with a loss of $3.2 million or ($0.06) per share, in the
CarterBaldwin Completes Search for AMECO
Atlanta-headquartered CarterBaldwin Executive Search has placed James W. Jacoby as vice president of global accounts for AMECO. Mr. Jacoby was most recently vice president of customer operations with CHEP USA. AMECO is the world's leader in integrated mobile equipment and tool solutions and is part of Fluor, a Global Fortune 400 organization. CarterBaldwin is a
SuccessFactors Acquires Plateau
SuccessFactors, Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Plateau, a learning management system. The acquisition forms a symbiotic combination with SuccessFactors' acquisition of social video mobile learning provider Jambok. Customers will now have the ability to further increase employee development and business execution by implementing a social and traditional learning strategy that includes
Beyond Expands Staff
Beyond.com, Inc., a network of niche career communities, has added Brad Miller as vice president of marketing and communications. Mr. Miller will act as a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for increasing sales and marketing efforts and overall industry recognition of Beyond.com. He will lead the marketing department in achieving core objectives,
Trilogy Adds New Director
Burlingame, CA-based retained executive search firm Trilogy Search Non+Profit has named Andrew Deitz as a director. Mr. Deitz will focus on the clean technology and healthcare services sectors. Previously, he consulted for Symphony Technology Group. In his role as an executive recruiter and talent acquisition expert, Mr. Deitz works with organizations to identify strategic staffing
Business Remains Weak at Heidrick & Struggles
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International/(NASDAQ:HSII) has posted net revenue of $115.6 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2011, an increase of 1.7 percent from $113.7 million a year ago. Year over year, net revenue increased 10.4 percent in the Americas, declined 16 percent in Europe, and increased 5.3 percent in
O’Neill Consulting Group Opens Office in Shanghai
O'Neill Consulting Group, LLC, an executive search and selection firm, has expanded its global presence with the opening of an office in Shanghai. The primary focus for the new office will be both U.S.-based and Chinese companies that continue to struggle with accessing the talent necessary to drive their businesses forward, particularly in the industrial,
Pedersen & Partners Adds to Russian Operations
Executive search firm Pedersen & Partners has appointed Olga Berezovskaya as senior consultant. She will be responsible for client relationship management and execution of senior level recruitment assignments for clients in the retail and FMCG sectors in Russia. Ms. Berezovskaya has worked in the executive search and recruitment industry in Russia since 1998. During her
Sanford Rose Fills Post at Huvepharma
Sanford Rose Associates’ Wilmington, NC office has placed Dr. Amy B. Batal as director of technical services-poultry at Huvepharma. Jim Robison, president of Sanford Rose – Wilmington led the search. Previously, Dr. Batal was associate professor of poultry nutrition at the University of Georgia, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Poultry Science Department. Huvepharma is
Young Mayden Faciltates Law Firm Merger
Young Mayden, LLC, a national legal search and consulting firm with offices in Charlotte and Nashville, has facilitated the merger of 500 lawyer firm Womble Carlyle with 45 lawyer Buist Moore Smythe and McGee. Womble Carlyle is a Winston-Salem, NC-based full-service business law firm serving a wide range of regional, national and international clients. Buist
