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Build or Buy? Executive Insights into Strategic Talent Planning
As organizations strive to maintain competitive advantage and agility, how they source and develop talent has become a critical differentiator. In today’s dynamic business environment, the debate between “buying” versus “building” talent remains central to strategic workforce planning, according to a recent report from global executive search provider SpenglerFox’s Malgorzata Kosior. “For executives, particularly those leading within
IANS And Artico Map The Rise Of The Million-Dollar CISO
A highly readable and insightful report that’s just come out, the 2025 State of the CISO Report by IANS and Artico Search, presents a comprehensive analysis of how the CISO role is evolving in today’s enterprise landscape. Based on survey responses from over 800 CISOs, the report tracks shifts in organizational structure, compensation, boardroom engagement, 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
Canadian Executive Search Market Shifts to Meet New Demands
Throughout 2023, executive search consultants have Hunt Scanlon Media that the Canadian executive recruiting market experienced shifts in response to the evolving demands of a rapidly changing business environment across the country. Amidst the ongoing transformations in executive recruiting, the Canadian business landscape has become increasingly competitive, requiring a strategic approach to talent acquisition. Recruiters
Bond International Software Partners with Drag&Tag
Recruitment software provider Bond International Software has integrated its portfolio of recruitment system applications and staffing agency software Bond Adapt with Drag&Tag, a browser based collaborative research tool. Tim Richards, managing director of Bond International Software, said: “Drag&Tag will allow our customers to import vital information from a variety of online and offline sources into
TRANSEARCH Grows Paris Office
Christophe Lecerf has joined TRANSEARCH International’s Paris office as an associate partner. He leads the technology practice in Paris developing expertise in key areas such as software, personal computing, internet, telecommunications, consumer electronics, IT distribution, and IT services. Prior to joining TRANSEARCH, Mr. Lecerf was with Dell/ASAP Software between 2003 and 2010 as EMEA software
IIC Partners Celebrates 25th Anniversary: Anticipates Growth in Search Business
Executive search organization IIC Partners has marked its 25th anniversary this year and foresees a period of growth in the executive search sector in 2011. In her New Year message to members, IIC Partners chairwoman Lim Chye Lian said it was widely accepted that executive search was a barometer of economic activity, and members were
Grafton Employment Group Appoints Chairman
Robert Dix has been appointed chairman of Grafton Employment Group, an employment and HR solutions company in Ireland and Central Eastern Europe. Grafton Employment is comprised of seven employment solution brands: Grafton Recruitment, Spengler Fox, Grafton Technologies, Blueprint Appointments, Grafton ESP, Grafton Healthcare and Maryb.ie; it currently has 70 offices in 16 countries worldwide. In
CarterBaldwin Leads CEO Search for MOPS
Atlanta-headquartered CarterBaldwin Executive Search has been selected by MOPS International (Mothers of Preschoolers) to lead its national search for a new CEO. MOPS International is a Christian non-profit organization that believes in working with local Christian churches to maximize ministry opportunities to God’s Kingdom. CarterBaldwin is a provider of retained executive search services in the
Angott Search Group Adds to Energy Team
Angott Search Group has added Christy Lanier to its energy team. Ms. Lanier will be focusing on the growing energy efficiency/green building space and developing client relationships with energy services companies, engineering, procurement and construction firms, property/facilities management companies and fortune 1000 facilities. She comes to ASG with over nine years of experience in executive
The Magurany Group Opens Doors
Mike Magurany has founded boutique retained search firm The Magurany Group. Mr. Magurany is a 17-year veteran of the executive search industry. He was previously the director of leadership recruiting for Kohl’s Department Stores. From 1999-2005, Mr. Magurany was a principal in the Chicago office of Heidrick & Struggles where he was a part of
Wanted Technologies Launches Analytics
WANTED Technologies, a provider of real-time employment market information, has launched WANTED Analytics 3.0, a generation platform offering detailed insight into the supply and demand for workers for any type of job in the U.S. Analytics incorporates new tools to help clients source hard-to-fill positions by making more effective use of leading online resume sources
Proven Staffing Consultants Signs Deal with College of Cardiology
Professional staffing firm PROVEN Staffing Consultants has signed an agreement with the American College of Cardiology to be the primary provider of IT staffing and support services in 2011. The agreement comprises staffing for direct hire and contract labor positions. “We are thrilled to have been selected by one of the most progressive, medical bodies
Robert Half Posts 15 Percent Revenue Jump
Robert Half International Inc./(NYSE:RHI) has posted fourth quarter 2010 revenues of $851.6 million, a 15 percent increase from revenues of $737.4 million during the same period last year. For the quarter, the company recorded net income of $24.8 million, or 17 cents per share, up from $13.5 million, or nine cents per share, a year
ChampionScott Partners Recruits CEO for Nomadesk
Executive search firm ChampionScott Partners has placed Darren Trumeter as chief executive officer of Nomadesk. Mr. Trumeter previously founded and assisted with the creation, funding and building of numerous companies and delivered several M&A events creating exit opportunities for investors. With headquarters near Ghent, Belgium, Nomadesk is a provider of cloud storage, file sharing and
Norman Broadbent Expands London Office
Norman Broadbent plc, a provider of executive search and leadership consultancy services, has added Adam Turner and David Chancellor as directors in its board practice business in the firm's London office. Mr. Turner joins the firm to head the private equity practice and manage the professional services and pharmaceutical teams. Mr. Chancellor, who will build
Sanford Rose Opens South Carolina Office
Sanford Rose Associates has appointed Dave Campbell as president its new South Charlotte office, which specializes in serving clients in the consumer products industry. Mr. Campbell has over 25 years of search experience both as a recruiter and a hiring manager. Prior to establishing his own firm, he led sales, marketing, and customer service efforts
DavenportMajor Places Marketing VP at DTS
DavenportMajor Executive Search has placed Alan Cohen as the new vice president of marketing for DTS. Mr. Cohen previously served as vice president of strategic business development at Guitar Center. DTS is a pioneer in audio multi-channel and cinema surround sound signal processing systems. DavenportMajor is an executive search firm which specializes in senior executive
Anchor Planning Group Releases New Tools to Assist Recruiting Process
Anchor Planning Group, a human resources consultancy with global outreach, has unveiled a number of valued-oriented programs designed to expedite the talent acquisition process, source better candidates and reduce cost. In addition, the company announced an “a la carte menu” of services to address the needs of its clients. “We have taken all the key
Interview: Carrie Pryor Discusses the Power of Hunting Solo for Game-Changing Talent (Part 2)
Last week, we started an interview with Carrie Pryor, who left behind partnerships at some of the executive recruiting industry’s most prestigious firms to start Greenwich Harbor Partners, an independent search consultancy focused on the fast-changing world of media, entertainment and technology. Ms. Pryor’s focus is on game-changers – the people who can have a
Heidrick & Struggles Grows Leadership Practice
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has added Carolyn Vavrek and Michelle Forrest to its leadership consulting practice. Ms. Vavrek joins as partner in the firm's San Francisco office. She comes to Heidrick & Struggles from Deloitte Consulting where she served as the human capital West Coast M&A practice leader and HR service
HireRight Appoints Head of EMEA
HireRight, a global provider of on-demand employment screening solutions, has appointed Alexandra Kelly as managing director of its Europe, Middle East, and Africa regional operations. HireRight recently expanded its international capabilities, through its acquisition of Powerchex Limited in 2010, and Altegrity, Inc.’s acquisition of Kroll Background Worldwide Limited – uniting three of the world’s leading
Eden Scott Names Head of Finance Recruitment
Eden Scott, a Scottish-based recruitment firm, has hired Jacqui Paterson to head up its accountancy and finance recruitment services in the west of Scotland. This is the firm's third senior recruit to its Glasgow office in as many months. Ms. Paterson has over 10 years' experience recruiting both permanent and temporary staff at all levels,
JB Homer Completes Search for Aerogroup
New York City-headquartered recruiter JB Homer Associates has placed Philip Tupper Kinder as chief information officer of Aerogroup International. Aerogroup designs and peddles women’s footware sold under the Aersoles, What’sWhat, A2, Aerology, SolaA, and Flexation brand. JB Homer has 25 years of experience placing senior-level technology and operations executives and their management teams, working with
HR Plus Teams Up with Strategic HR
HR Plus, a provider of comprehensive solutions for employment and background screening and a division of AlliedBarton Security Services, has partnered with Strategic HR. Founded in 1996, Strategic HR has provided human resource and safety service solutions to more than 5,000 companies. “Strategic HR provides an additional value to our customers by supplying a complimentary
Global Expansion Underway at EMA Partners
EMA Partners International has added offices in China, Germany, Hungary, India, Singapore, and Ukraine to extend the executive search firm’s global reach. With offices and consultants in Guangzhou, Shanghai and Beijing, EMA Partners China has an established history in working with client partners across the globe; in China the firm has had a presence now
The Newman Group Adds Talent Management Pro
The Newman Group, a Futurestep company and provider of talent management consulting solutions, has added Madeline Laurano as talent systems analyst and advisory practice leader. In this role, Ms. Laurano will oversee the continuing development and evolution of the company's talent management technology consulting and thought leadership activity. This includes management of talent systems evaluation
Lonergan Partners Places Board Member at MIPS Technologies
Executive search firm Lonergan Partners has placed Fred Weber as a member of the board of directors at MIPS Technologies. The search was co-led by Ben Anderson and Dotty Schaffer. Mr. Weber was previously the founder, president and CEO of MetaRAM. “The goal was to recruit a world-class semiconductor executive to strengthen the MIPS board.
Eximius Group Opens Office in Manchester
Eximius Group has expanded in the U.K. with the opening of an office in Manchester. The office will initially specialize in the education, health and social care markets; other sectors are expected to follow throughout the year. Paul Jones joins Eximius from Hays to head the Manchester branch with 10 years of experience recruiting in
Pinstripe Names Healthcare Practice Leader
Pinstripe, Inc., a human resources and recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) company, has added Michael Soisson as healthcare practice leader. In this role, he will leverage his chief executive experience in provider-side healthcare to help drive and promote innovative talent acquisition approaches for meeting the workforce demands being shaped by healthcare reform. Most recently, Mr. Soisson
Herbert Mines Associates Names Managing Director
New York-based executive search firm Herbert Mines Associates has appointed Alison Weil as a managing director. Ms. Weil, who specializes in recruiting senior executives for consumer products, retail and luxury businesses, joined the firm in 2007 and was named vice president in 2008. The announcement was made today by Hal Reiter, chairman and CEO. Prior
AIMS International Opens Office in Peru
AIMS International has opened offices in Lima, Peru and appointed Armando Cavero Guerrero as partner; Mr. Cavero’s territory will include Bolivia and Ecuador. Mr. Cavero, a prior partner of other global executive search firms, is experienced in the internet and technology fields, having held positions of country manager for Compaq Peru – Bolivia, general manager
3P Consultants Fills Position for Blue Star
Executive search firm 3P Consultants Pvt. Ltd has placed Sanghameshwar Iyer as secretary and legal head of Blue Star, India's largest central air-conditioning company with a network of 29 offices and around 2,600 employees. 3P Consultants Pvt. Ltd, a member of the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) and Penrhyn International, conducts searches for startups
IMD International Grows Presence in Mexico
IMD International Search Group has added a new partner in Mexico. The firm, now called REXER|IMD International Search Group, was created through the merger of three of Mexico’s leading executive search firms: REXER (Amrop), Tasa Mexico and AF Consultores. REXER Selección de Ejecutivos, S.C. was formed in 1989, becoming part of Ward Howell International in
Workday Selected by CGI Group
Workday, Inc. has been selected by CGI Group, Inc., a provider of information technology and business process services, for use of its global human resources (HR), payroll, and financial management tools. The alliance combines CGI's consulting, systems integration, and business processes services in the areas of payroll and e-recruitment with Workday Human Capital Management (HCM),
