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Interim Executives: When a Temporary Solution is the Smartest Move
In the high-pressure world of private equity, timing is everything—especially when it comes to leadership. Interim executives offer private equity firms a powerful, strategic solution for navigating leadership gaps, high-stakes transitions, and operational challenges. Hiring interim C-suite executives can often be a smarter move than scrambling to fill the role permanently on a fast timeline, according
Heidrick & Struggles Posts 13.9 Percent Q2 Revenue Increase
Executive search, leadership consulting, and culture shaping services provider Heidrick & Struggles / (NASDAQ:HSII) has posted second quarter revenues of $317.2 million, a 13.9 percent increase from the same period a year ago. The revenue increase was driven by year-over-year growth in each of the company’s lines of business — Executive Search, On-Demand Talent, and Heidrick Consulting. The
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
Unemployment Rate Edges Down to 3.8 Percent
Employment rose by 303,000 in March as the U.S. unemployment rate fell to 3.8 percent, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. The number of unemployed persons was 6.4 million in March. Job gains occurred in healthcare, government, and construction. “This is another really strong report,” said Lauren Goodwin, economist and chief market strategist at New
The Executive Source Fills HR Position for PepsiCo
The Executive Source has placed Jessica Tolle as vice president of organizational and management development, human resources at PepsiCo. Ms. Tolle will be leading organizational and talent development, change management, and strategic learning and development initiatives across three divisions: PepsiCo Beverages Americas (PBA), Global Nutrition Group (GNG) and Corporate Human Resources. Founded in 1990, The
Pearson Partners Adds New Board Members
Dallas-based executive search and assessment firm Pearson Partners has announced the addition of four members to its board of advisors. Newly appointed members include: James Flynn, CEO of Wingstop Restaurants, Inc.; Greg Langston, founding partner of CresaPartners; Rosalyn Mallet, CEO and president of PhaseNext Hospitality; and Warren Strickland, founder and owner of Ranger Ventures. “As
Taleo Selected by Alcatel-Lucent
Taleo, a provider of on demand talent management solutions, has been selected by Alcatel-Lucent for its performance and analytics tools to deploy to its 70,000 employees worldwide. “By leveraging the value of our platform, Alcatel-Lucent, one of our largest customers in Europe, now has the ability to link skills, competencies, performance and learning data, giving
The Judge Group Grows NYC Office
The Judge Group, a provider recruiting services, has hired Steven V. Joerg as recruiting vice president of the firm's New York City IT staffing practice. Prior to joining Judge, Mr. Joerg spent nine years at Mitchell Martin, where he led the recruiting efforts for that firm’s financial services clients. “We are thrilled to have Steve
PeopleFlex Becomes AC Lordi Search
AC Lordi, a provider of accounting and risk management consulting, has announced that its Peopleflex subsidiary will change its name to AC Lordi Search to provide its direct hire services for accounting, audit and tax professionals. In addition, the Magellan Search Group has purchased the company's temporary staffing operations in Philadelphia. The move streamlines AC
Futurestep Adds Global Marketing VP in London
Futurestep, a Korn/Ferry International company that provides talent acquisition solutions, has appointed Marisa Kacary as global vice president of marketing. Ms. Kacary has been appointed to lead the company's marketing programs and further build Futurestep's brand. Based in London but with a global remit, she was most recently director of marketing and communications of Alexander
CTPartners Adds Partner to Financial Services Practice
CTPartners has appointed Sam Stylianou as a partner in its financial services practice. A recruiter with 15 years of financial services experience, Mr. Stylianou serves primarily capital markets and asset & wealth management clients. He has recruited senior general management and individuals responsible for major initiatives within his client base. Mr. Stylianou joins CTPartners from
Talentum Launches Uratie.fi Powered by Adicio
Adicio Inc., a provider of interactive classified advertising software solutions for media companies, has announced that European publisher Talentum, has re-launched its careers site, Uratie.fi. This is the first Adicio-powered careers site in Finland. Uratie.fi is the joint recruiting service for all of Talentum’s Finnish media. Uratie was first launched in 2000 and caters to
Lucas Group Restructures Marketing Team
North American search firm Lucas Group has introduced a new marketing team: Amanda Edwards joins as web services, social and emerging media manager and Kari Brown joins as a marketing specialist. Ms. Edwards comes to Lucas Group from Red Clay Interactive, where she served as a web developer. Ms. Brown brings a strong academic background
Trilogy Fills Top Post for Education Sector
Burlingame, CA-based retained executive search firm Trilogy Search Non+Profit has recruited Richard Lee Colvin as executive director of Education Sector, an independent think tank located in Washington, D.C., committed to achieving measurable impact in education. Chuck Pappalardo handled the assignment on behalf of Trilogy. Mr. Colvin has headed the Hechinger Institute on Education and the
Smart Solutions Recruitment Launches New Recruitment Services Firm
Smart Solutions Recruitment has launched a new professional recruitment services firm as part of its strategic plan to expand into new markets. Branded separately from the main group as Edgar Stewart Selection Ltd, the new company will work alongside Smart's focus on flexible, agency workers and will concentrate on contract, permanent, mid-market and senior appointments
Egon Zehnder Launches Family Business Advisory Practice
Global executive search Egon Zehnder International has launched a family business advisory practice which acknowledges the role played by family business in driving economics. Rajeev Vasudeva, who is based in New Delhi, will serve as co-leader of the new practice. Berlin-based consultant Jorg Ritter will co-lead the practice. Damien O'Brien, CEO of Egon Zehnder International,
Parker Executive Search Retained by Bradley University
Atlanta-headquartered Parker Executive Search has been retained by Bradley University to conduct a search for the new coach for its men's basketball team. Jim Les was recently released as the men's basketball coach as part of the University's objective to competitively move its basketball program forward. Parker Executive Search conducts executive searches globally for corporations,
Stack Overflow Creates Next Generation Careers 2.0 Platform
Stack Overflow, a Q&A site and home to more than 10 million IT professionals, has announced the launch of its next generation Careers 2.0 platform. Careers 2.0 gives developers the ability to create an online professional dossier and enables recruiters to gain deeper insights into a potential job candidate “As a software industry executive myself,
Dasein Executive Search Expands Team
Dasein Executive Search has appointed Cláudia Martins and Thelma M. Teixeira as senior general operations manager and project consultant, Brazil. Dasein, founded in 1996, is a member of the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) offering recruitment, selection organizational consultation, coaching and assessment services.
JobVite Adds VP
Jobvite, a provider of next-generation recruitment solutions, has named David Lahey as vice president of customer success. Mr. Lahey now leads the professional services group providing activation, support and training to customers of Jobvite. “David has created scalable customer service solutions for global software companies, managing teams that delivered implementation, training and support for millions
SnagAJob.com Receives $27 Million in Funding
SnagAJob.com, an online community of hourly workers and provider of hourly workforce management solutions, has secured $27 million in series C funding led by August Capital, a Silicon Valley-based venture capital firm whose partners have been founding investors in companies such as Microsoft, Sun Microsystems, and Skype. SnagAJob largely will use the new investment to
Korn Ferry Posts 27 Percent Gain
Korn/Ferry International/(NYSE:KFY) posted revenues of $194.1 million for the third quarter fiscal 2011, an increase of 27 percent from revenues of $152.9 million a year ago. The Los-Angeles-based recruiter reported net income was $13.98 million, or 30 cents per share, compared with $7.91 million, or 17 cents per share, a year earlier. Analysts were expecting
McDermott & Bull Names Consultants
Irvine, CA-based McDermott & Bull has added Tobin Boschetti and Dennis O’Keefe as principal consultants in its Irvine headquarters. Prior to joining McDermott & Bull, Mr. Boschetti served as vice president, field sales, for NuCO2 LLC, a provider of certified, beverage grade carbon dioxide and draught beer-grade nitrogen gas solutions. Mr. O’Keefe previously led the
Diversified Search Adds to Washington, D.C. Office
Philadelphia-based Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson has named Lonnie Taylor as managing director located in the Washington, D.C. office. Mr. Taylor's career has focused primarily on legislative, regulatory, public and political affairs in the government and private sectors; he has conducted senior leadership search assignments in a range of sectors, including general business, government affairs, public
Harvey Nash Launches HR DivisionHarvey Nash Launches HR Division
Global search and talent solutions firm Harvey Nash has launched a new division specifically focused on HR professionals. The new division will be headed up by Lisa Wormald, an industry expert with over a decade's worth of experience helping organizations recruit HR professionals. The division will recruit across the full range of HR positions, including
Glocap Search Names New Practice Head
Executive search firm a Glocap Search has added Sachi Gahan as head of the firm’s newly combined venture capital and private equity practices. Mr. Gahan is a managing director based in Glocap’s San Francisco office. Prior to joining Glocap he was a principal at venture capital firms in San Francisco and Austin. “Glocap’s venture capital
Horton Opens Office in the Philippines
Horton International has opened a new office in The Philippines. The Philippines office was founded in 1999 as KSearch Asia Consulting, Inc. The firm focuses on senior management, finance, IT, human resources, sales and marketing, and supply chain for business process outsourcing, banking and other financial services, pharmaceutical, telecommunications, information technology, FMCG and manufacturing. Horton
HB RIDA Expands Management Team
Recruiting company HB RIDA has named Sam Morris as an investment director. Ms. Morris was previously director of business support for the consultancy unit of REC’s Academy for Business. He also worked with Staffwise plc and First People during her 15 years recruitment experience. “I am delighted to be working with Sam again – her
JDG Places CEO at Associate General Contractors
Executive search firm JDG Associates Ltd. has recruited Michael Elmendorf as president and chief executive officer of the Associated General Contractors of NY State. Mr. Elmendorf comes from the National Federation of Independent Business where he served as New York state director. JDG Associates, founded by Joseph DeGioia, has been serving the executive recruitment needs
WorkforceLogic Releases Newest Tool
WorkforceLogic, a San Francisco-based provider of global workforce management software and services, has launched WorkforceLogic 7, its newest human capital procurement software. The new tool addresses global bill pay, professional service analytics, and enhanced usability. “We helped break ground in the vendor management solutions sector when we created this software,” said Gary D. Nelson, founder
Hudson Highland Group Names CEO
Hudson Highland Group, Inc., providers of permanent recruitment, contract professionals and talent management solutions, has appointed Manuel Marquez as its new chief executive officer. Mr. Marquez is a recruitment industry veteran, having spent 15 years at global executive search firm Spencer Stuart, where he rose to lead the EMEA region before leaving to become CEO
Heidricks & Struggles Adds Partner
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has added Tracy Elving to the firm as partner. She will be part of the firm’s industrial practice and based out of Dallas. Ms. Elving comes to Heidrick from 3P Excellence LLC where she served as president and CEO. "Tracy is a committed leader, a respected industrial
Arrerro Human Capital Group Inks Contract with Toshiba
Atterro Human Capital Group, a provider of diversified human capital services, has signed a three-year agreement to provide talent acquisition and contingent workforce management services to Toshiba International Corporation. Toshiba will expand manufacturing capacity at its plant in Houston and estimates that the global market for electric vehicle motors will grow from $5 billion in
Stanton Chase Completes Search for Georgia Ports Authority
Executive search firm Stanton Chase International has placed Griffith Lynch as the new chief operating officer of Georgia Ports Authority. Mr. Lynch previously spent 16 years at Sea-Land and APM Terminals, where his posts included vice president, North America sales and marketing, and senior director of operations. Facilitating global trade through strategic U.S. East Coast
StepStone Implemented by PSA Peugeot CitroenGroup
StepStone, a London-based provider of human capital management solutions, has deployed its modular solution within the PSA Peugeot Citroengroup, a business with nearly 200,000 employees worldwide. This implementation is part of Group PSA Peugeot Citroen's ‘Global HR’ project which aims to consolidate the process of HR development and the manufacturer's new Human Resource Information System
