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Funk Associates Appoints President
Funk Associates has made a leadership transition with the appointment of Willie Funk as president of the firm. Bill Funk will continue as the firm’s chief executive officer. In this role, he will continue to guide the strategic direction of the firm and will continue his engagement with clients and continue his consultancy on senior leadership
Krauthamer & Associates Recruits CFO for Zippy Shell
Krauthamer & Associates has helped to recruit Michael Duffy as chief financial officer of Zippy Shell, Inc. He will succeed Mark Linville, who is retiring. “As we enter the next chapter of growth and prepare the company for REIT election, Mike brings a unique perspective, strong operational and REIT financial expertise, M&A, and a strategic mindset
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.
Bespoke Partners Launches AI Leadership Benchmarks for PE-Backed Software and SaaS
Bespoke Partners has released its AI Leadership Benchmarking Guide for measuring AI deployment progress in software and SaaS company leadership for the private equity industry. “Panic drove the SaaSpocalypse fear that AI will kill software, but the transformation of software and SaaS using AI has been under way for years,” said Eric Walczykowski, CEO of
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?
Search Leaders Have Mastered Prompting. Now They Want AI that Works for Them
As artificial intelligence becomes more deeply embedded in executive search, firms are moving beyond basic adoption to determine how the technology can deliver measurable business value. The focus is increasingly shifting toward improving productivity, strengthening client relationships, and giving recruiters more time to concentrate on high-value activities. But realizing those benefits will require more than
TurnkeyZRG Leading Athletic Director Search for the University of Michigan
The University of Michigan is launching a national search for its next athletic director, with president-elect C. Cybele Raver leading the process in partnership with current president Domenico Grasso. The school has retained TurnkeyZRG to lead the assignment. The university is seeking a leader of unquestioned integrity who will take a fresh, comprehensive look at Michigan
Lock Search Group Leading Efforts to Recruit CEO for Atlas Sign & Awning
Toronto-headquartered executive recruitment firm Lock Search Group was retained by Atlas Sign & Awning to find its next CEO. Recruitment consultant, partner Cameron Lappin is leading the assignment. Reporting directly to the CEO of the holding company, the appointed CEO for Atlas Sign & Awning will provide strategic and operational leadership across all facets of the business,
Slayton Search Partners Grows Consumer Practice
Slayton Search Partners has expanded with the addition of Karen Ouchterloney as vice president and managing principal in the firm’s consumer practice. “We are pleased to welcome Karen to Slayton Search Partners,” said Richard Slayton, CEO and managing partner. “Her combination of firsthand operating experience with leading consumer brands and more than 13 years advising clients
TRANSEARCH Adds New Member Firm in Poland
Executive search consultants are seeing an increase in hiring mandates from around the world. To meet demand, they continue to develop new practices, hire new recruiters, and open new locations. Global recruiting consortiums, meanwhile, are taking advantage of a resurgence in certain geographic areas. TRANSEARCH International has added GP Executive as a member firm in
Consulting Partner Compensation Strengthens as AI and Private Equity Reshape the Market
The North American consulting market is showing signs of renewed strength, with improving revenue performance and resilient partner compensation. A new report from The Barton Partnership examines how compensation, ownership structures, and career expectations are evolving as consulting firms navigate shifting business models and growing private equity investment. The findings also point to mounting concerns
The Old Math Is Broken: Rethinking Growth, Headcount and Margins in the AI Era
The traditional growth model for executive search firms is undergoing a significant shift as artificial intelligence reshapes how recruiting businesses operate. For years, expansion meant adding more clients, mandates, recruiters, and overhead. Today, AI is creating opportunities to increase productivity, improve margins, and grow revenue without expanding headcount at the same pace. These advances are
Preng & Associates Recruits Chief Construction Officer for Pacifico Energy
Houston-based Preng & Associates has placed Ronald Hall as chief construction officer at Pacifico Energy, a global energy infrastructure developer specializing in power generation and customized energy solutions for commercial, industrial, and data center customers. The appointment comes at a pivotal time for Pacifico Energy as the company advances major power generation developments to meet
Potrero Group Currently Seeking Executive Director for The Pisgah Conservancy
San Francisco-based leadership consulting and search firm Potrero Group is currently leading the executive director search for The Pisgah Conservancy. Senior consultant Jena Kuznik is leading the assignment. The executive director serves as TPC’s chief executive and is the primary steward of its mission, culture, and long-term vision. This is an opportunity to lead a respected conservation organization
Charles Aris Appoints Senior Practice Leader
Greensboro, NC-based executive search firm Charles Aris Executive Search has expanded with the recent addition of Scott Kennedy as senior practice leader. He will lead CFO and senior finance executive searches for growth-oriented and sponsor-backed companies, with a particular focus on software, technology and TMT. Over more than a decade in executive search, Mr. Kennedy has worked on
Talent Alignment: Why Human Capital Must Be Central to Business Strategy
While growth is expected to strengthen a business, many organizations eventually reach a point where the opposite appears to be true. Decision-making slows, accountability becomes less defined, and initiatives begin to lose momentum. Leaders begin wondering whether they need different people, a recent report from Ascentria Search Partners explained. Sometimes they do, but not always. But
Isaacson, Miller Recruits 17th President for Virginia Tech
Boston-based Isaacson, Miller has assisted in the recruitment of Richard Linton as the 17th president of Virginia Tech. He succeeds Tim Sands, who announced his resignation in April. Greg Esposito and Julie Filizetti led the search with Kristen Andersen, Raul Bernal, Victoria Castillo, and Gabrielle Nayar. “Virginia Tech is poised to make a generational leap as a
NU Advisory Partners Recruits Chief Marketing Officer for Paula’s Choice
NU Advisory Partners has placed Sheila Shekar Pollak as chief marketing officer of Paula’s Choice. The search was led by Libby Naumes, Penina Remler, and Kelsey Kelly. Ms. Shekar Pollak brings more than 20 years of marketing and brand leadership experience across consumer, beauty, apparel, and outdoor brands. Most recently, she served as chief marketing officer
Modern Executive Solutions Names New Leader to Drive M1 Technology Community Expansion
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Joan Rohs as senior partner, M1 Technology Community. “We’re building an integrated network that connects exceptional leaders, brings together the right expertise, and helps prepare executives for a world being reshaped by AI,” said Mark Oppenheimer, CEO of Modern Executive Solutions. “Joan brings an extraordinary
StevenDouglas Expands HR Practice
StevenDouglas recently expanded with the addition of Brittney Molitor as a director, human resources search. “Brittney takes a highly consultative approach to search, focusing on both the capabilities required for a role and the cultural alignment needed for long-term success,” StevenDouglas said in a LinkedIn post. “She is passionate about building genuine relationships with clients
Insight Partners Launches Empower to Prepare CIOs for Board Roles
AI and software investor Insight Partners has launched Empower, a program that helps Global 2000 CIOs plan and prepare for board seats, startup advisory positions and other portfolio-career paths while they are still in their operating roles. Empower launches with 10 delivery partners, including Diligent, Heidrick & Struggles, Riviera Partners, and Global Mentors Group, and has
Brettschneider Executive Search Tapped by William Paterson University to Find Next Provost
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been retained by William Paterson University (WP) to lead in its search for a provost and senior vice president for academic affairs. Reporting to president Richard J. Helldobler, the provost will serve as chief academic officer and as a visible, collaborative partner to the president, cabinet, deans, and faculty governance bodies.
Klein Hersh Recruits President and CEO for Shenandoah Therapeutics
Klein Hersh, a search firm focused on the life sciences and healthcare industries, has placed Steve Worland as president, CEO and a member of the board of directors at Shenandoah Therapeutics. Co-founder and founding CEO Isabella Graef, has transitioned to chief scientific officer and will continue to lead Shenandoah’s scientific strategy. “I’m delighted to welcome
Harris Search Associates Seeking Research Leader for Texas A&M Semiconductor Institute
Harris Search Associates is currently seeking the inaugural director of research for Texas A&M Semiconductor Institute (TSI). Jeffrey Harris and Richard Skinner are leading the assignment. Working in close partnership with the TSI Director and other Institute leaders, the director of research serves as a catalyst to refine and evolve the TSI’s research strategy, focused on large-scale academic-industry-government private
BarkerGilmore Names Senior Director
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, recently expanded with the addition of Jesus Meraz as senior director. He brings a unique combination of leadership experience, legal training, and strategic business insight to the firm’s executive search practice. His career has been defined by helping organizations identify, attract, and develop
Revenge Quitting Creates New Challenges for Recruiters
You spend weeks helping a team find the right person. A few months later, that same role lands back on your desk because the employee has resigned. Now the position is urgent, the hiring manager wants a replacement right away, and the pressure is coming from every direction. When exits like this occur at particularly
Peña Search Seeking Chief Strategy Officer for Housing Forward
Peña Search was recently retained by Housing Forward to lead in its hunt for a chief strategy officer. Travis Hillier is leading the assignment. Reporting to the president and CEO, the chief strategy officer will serve as Housing Forward’s chief strategist and a member of the executive leadership team. The CSO will oversee the teams
Nexus Search Partners Recruits CEO for Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region
Nexus Search Partners, an executive search and advisory firm in Charlotte, NC, has assisted in the recruitment of Bryant Owens as the new CEO of Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region. He will succeed Laura Belcher, who has served the organization with distinction for more than 12 years. Owens will become the sixth CEO
Charles Aris Launches Interim Search Business
Organizations are increasingly turning to flexible leadership solutions to navigate periods of change, execute strategic initiatives and drive value creation, especially in private equity. In response to this growing demand, Greensboro, NC-based executive search firm Charles Aris Executive Search has launched Charles Aris Interim Solutions, a new division dedicated to connecting organizations with experienced independent talent for interim
Taurean Establishes Investment Search Practice
Taurean recently launched an investment search practice with the addition of Paige Ware as principal in Los Angeles. The practice serves private markets firms across asset classes. “We help these firms shape and build their capital raising and investor relations, origination, and deal teams, and place corporate development leaders into their portfolio companies,” Taurean said in a
The People Side to AI in the Workplace
AI, including generative AI, will automate tasks humans perform today, giving us the capacity to focus on strategic and creative tasks which only humans can do—those that require intuition, experience, empathy and the other attributes which will continue to elude the “smartest” AI is indeed reshaping how businesses operate, but people will remain at the
Bersin Study Finds Companies Reinvesting in HR
Bersin & Associates, a research and consulting firm focused on enterprise learning and talent management, has found that U.S. organizations are starting to reinvest in human resources services and staffing following the economic downturn of the past three years. Organizations on average spent 1.4 percent more on HR programs, services and systems in 2011 than
Cornerstone Adds Strategy Executive
Cornerstone OnDemand Inc. has named Jason Corsello as vice president of corporate development and strategy. “Jason has been a top analyst, advisor and thought leader in the talent management industry for the last decade. His knowledge of talent management processes and systems, along with his experience working with leading global companies, will be invaluable in
HRsmart Opens in Philippines and Johannesburg
HRsmart International, a global talent management software company, has opened two new offices in the Philippines and Johannesburg, South Africa. The company now has over 16 physical offices in 12 countries. “As HRsmart continues to gain new American clients with global locations, and new international clients, HRsmart has now over 1500 implementations in over 35
Witt/Kieffer Expands Executive Team
Executive search firm Witt/Kieffer has named Jena E. Abernathy, former chief administrative officer of Premier, Inc., as vice president. Based in the firm's Atlanta office, Mr. Abernathy's national practice will include recruiting board members, CEOs, COOs, CFOs, CHROs and other senior leaders for hospitals, health systems, academic medical centers and not-for-profit organizations, as well as
Diversified Search Teams Up with Global Novations
Diversified Search has formed a strategic alliance with Global Novations, a global consulting and training firm focused on diversity and inclusion, talent optimization, and market optimization, to offer a comprehensive resource for executive search and diversity consulting services. "Diversified has been dedicated to placing qualified women and diversity candidates in professional positions since its founding
Cook Associates Places CEO at Zmags
Chicago-based Cook Associates Executive Search has placed Michael Schreck as CEO of Zmags. Mr. Schreck is well-known in venture capital circles as a co-founder of several prominent start-ups including m-Qube, Upromise and SmartBargains/Rue La La. He also served as a general partner at General Catalyst, a leading venture capital firm. The search was co-led by
Metin Mitchell & Company Ltd. and Talent2 Partner
In an effort to provide a wide range of human capital solutions to its executive search clientele, Metin Mitchell & Company has partnered with Talent2, a provider of human capital consulting, outsourcing, and training throughout the MENA region. Metin Mitchell & Co. co-founder Dominique Russo, said: “We are currently finding that, due to a rapid
arcplan Launches International Partner Recruitment Program
arcplan, a software provider of business intelligence and planning solutions, has launched an international recruitment program aimed at expanding its partner network. “With our partner recruitment initiative, we intend to continue the superb momentum of partner sales and successful business development in German-speaking European countries and Asia,” said Oliver Deistler, SVP, channels & business development.
The Institute of Recruiters Opens Doors
The Institute of Recruiters (IOR), the professional membership body that brings recruitment and HR practitioners together, has opened. The group was founded to represent the interests of recruiters and HR professionals both in the U.K. and overseas. “We have been thrilled with the volume of activity that has taken place in the IOR’s LinkedIn Group
Pedersen & Partners Opens Office in Hyderabad
Executive search firm Pedersen & Partners has opened its third office in India in Hyderabad and has appointed Aruna Sharma as head of South India. In her new role. Ms. Sharma will be managing the South India region and leading the technology practice in India. “In order to provide our clients in India with tailor-made
Springer Launches Network of Job Sites
Springer has launched a network of job sites designed to attract and showcase the audience that uses Springer tools which are some of the industry's most trafficked sites for research. With over 16 million unique visitors per month across a wide range of highly specialized scientific disciplines and medical specialities, Springer’s sites attract the candidates
JDG Associates Completes Search for Healthcare Distribution Management Association
Executive search firm JDG Associates Ltd. has placed John Parker as the new vice president, communications at the Healthcare Distribution Management Association. Mr. Parker’s most recent experience was senior director of external affairs at UnitedHealth Group, and prior to that, he was the managing director of external affairs at Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.
SimplyHired Grows Executive Team
Simply Hired, a search engine for jobs and recruitment advertising network, has added four executives to its executive team with the appointments of four senior executives spanning engineering, marketing, small business and talent management. Suresh Duddi will oversee engineering, operations and IT at SimplyHired.com as the company’s new vice president, engineering. With more than 20
Inside Edge Legal Names Managing Director
Inside Edge Legal (IEL), the legal contract staffing affiliate of legal search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa, has added Chad Marlow as a managing director in Southern California based in the Los Angeles office. “We are pleased to be establishing a presence in Southern California as demand for IEL’s unique service offering – substantive project
Stevenson Group Recruits CEO for SAIC Frederick
Executive search firm The Stevenson Group has placed David Heimbrook, PhD as chief executive officer at SAIC-Frederick, Inc. Prior to joining SAIC-Frederick, Dr. Heimbrook served as global head of discovery for the oncology discovery and translational area at Hoffmann-La Roche, Inc. SAIC-Frederick is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) and operates exclusively
Ceridian Acquires Versult Group
Ceridian Corporation, a provider of managed human resource, recruiting solutions, and payroll outsourcing solutions, has acquired the Versult Group, Inc. Terms and conditions of the deal were not disclosed. Versult is a leading workforce management consulting firm. With a combined 70 years of successful hands-on project experience in the WFM arena, Versult was a natural
The Judge Group Opens Houston Office
The Judge Group, a provider recruiting services, has opened a new office in the Houston market. Steve Marzuke has been appointed as director. Mr. Marzuke’s expertise lies in strategic business development and full lifecycle recruiting, most notably in the information technology industry. He has worked in the recruiting and staffing field for over 13 years
Hay Group Launches Next Generation HR Solution
Hay Group, the global management consultancy, has launched Hay Group Spectrum, a solution designed to meet the needs of today’s organizations for efficient and measurable human resource management. Hay Group Spectrum is an evolution of the company’s pioneering Job Evaluation service, which has helped thousands of organizations to analyze, understand and measure the work that
EMA Partners Opens New Offices in Belgium and Norway
EMA Partners International has added two new offices in Brussels and Oslo. EMA Partners Belgium, headquartered in Brussels, has been serving international corporate clients since 2002 through a combination of executive search and cultural & leadership assessments. The firm advises clients on recruiting and retaining executives and high potentials both nationally and internationally. Founding partners
Korn Ferry Expands Leadership and Talent Consulting Practice
Korn/Ferry International has hired Susan Brodecky as a senior partner for its leadership and talent consulting. She will be based in the firm's Los Angeles and Irvine, California offices. Ms. Brodecky has 20 years experience helping senior executives in large global companies to implement strategic and organizational change. Prior to joining Korn/Ferry, she was senior
Daya Dimensi Indonesia Joins SuccessFactors Partner Program
SuccessFactors, Inc. has announced that Daya Dimensi Indonesia has joined SuccessFactors’ partner program as a SuccessSales partner in Indonesia. The partnership will help Indonesian organizations drive improved business execution and represents one of the largest human capital management partnerships in Indonesia. Under the terms of the agreement, Daya Dimensi Indonesia will resell the SuccessFactors Business
JobServe Grows Staff
Employment website JobServe has named Phil Simpson as chief sales officer JobServe USA and Richard Padgett as vice president of sales for JobServe.us, a national provider of online job posting services. Mr. Simpson's mandate is to expand the JobServe USA network of brands that include JobServe.us, ComputerWork.com, ComputerJobs.com and CareerBoard.com and to grow each of
SFN Group Employee Confidence Index Increases in May
The SFN Group Employee Confidence Index increased 0.5 points to 53.9 in May. The Index, which measures workers' confidence in their personal employment situation and optimism in the economic environment, shows that more workers are confident in the strength of the economy and in their ability to find a new job. Moreover, two in five
ManpowerGroup Acquires Xi’an Fesco in China
ManpowerGroup, a provider of workforce solutions, has acquired Xi’an Fesco, an HR provider in Shaanxi Province with over 10,000 employees. By acquiring Xi’an Fesco, ManpowerGroup becomes a dominant workforce solutions leader along China’s manufacturing frontier, west of traditional coastal cities. ManpowerGroup is implementing a massive strategy for developing and aligning China’s manufacturing workforce as the
Coleman Lew Announces New Leadership
Executive search firm Coleman Lew & Associates has announced two new additions to its top management team. Kenneth D. Carrick will be the new president of the firm, and Charles E. Lew will serve as the new chairman. Both executives previously served as the firm's partner-managing directors. Coleman Lew & Associates, founded in 1979 and
Russell Reynolds Associates to Lead Search for El Camino Hospital
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has been selected by El Camino Hospital to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. El Camino Hospital is located in Mountain View, CA. With 39 offices and more than 300 executive search professionals, Russell Reynolds Associates provides executive search services to a
JobFox Makes Advancements in Career Networking Tool
Career site Jobfox has the release new features that further enhance its career networking platform. The addition of an automated skills-matching “Network Builder” plus LinkedIn and Facebook integration to the company’s candidate referral tools will help recruiters more easily find talent in the market and increase job seekers’ chances of landing jobs. “Our networking tools
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
