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Tower Consultants Search Completes Search for Laureate Education
Hobe Sound, FL-headquartered executive recruiting firm Tower Consultants Search Group has assisted in the recruitment of Adam Kahle as head of compensation at Laureate Education, Inc., a global leader in higher education. The search was led by Chris Rose, Jason Rose, and Kim Klipstein. This strategic placement represents a successful collaboration between Tower Consultants and Laureate Education, highlighting Tower’s expertise
ON Partners Expands Search Staff
ON Partners recently expanded with the addition of Cher Murphy as its newest partner. “From executive search consultant to chief people officer to entrepreneur and back again, we are the lucky recipients of Cher’s return to her roots in a field that she has been pioneering for more than 15 years,” said Bryan Buck, managing
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.
Buffkin / Baker Expands Consumer Practice
Partner-led executive search firm Buffkin / Baker has expanded with the addition of Kevin Duffy as a partner in its consumer practice area. “We are delighted that Kevin has joined Buffkin / Baker and our consumer practice,” said David Alexander, partner, and consumer practice leader. “He brings a wealth of executive recruiting experience to our firm 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?
Speed vs. Certainty: How Leading Search Firms Deliver Fast Shortlists Without Increasing Risk
Executive search firms are under increasing pressure to deliver qualified leadership candidates faster without compromising diligence or decision quality. As hiring timelines compress and stakeholder scrutiny intensifies, many firms are turning to AI-driven intelligence tools to identify potential risks, validate candidate fit, and strengthen shortlists earlier in the search process. Balancing speed with certainty requires
Spencer Stuart Recruits Ninth Leader for Brunswick School
Spencer Stuart has assisted in the recruitment of Andrew T. Chappell as Brunswick’s ninth head of school, effective July 1, 2027. Mary Gorman, a partner in the firm’s education and social impact practice, and consultant Michele Haertel, led the assignment. Tom Philip has informed the Board of Trustees of his plans to retire in June 2027, at the
How PE-Backed Businesses are Redefining the Interim CFO Role
Interim CFOs are increasingly central to the performance and stability of private equity-backed businesses. As deal cycles extend and operating conditions tighten, they are deployed not only for financial stewardship but also as value creation partners across the investment lifecycle. “Today’s interim CFOs are increasingly deployed as execution-focused operators responsible for stabilizing performance, improving financial
The Talent Studios Places CEO at GIBBON North America
The Talent Studios has placed Luke Droulez as the new CEO of GIBBON North America. The search was led by Katlyn Maloney and Jeremy Cohen. Mr. Droulez is an executive leader with a proven track record of scaling consumer brands from early stage to nine figures. He was an early executive leader and chief marketing officer of native digital
Pacific International Executive Search Expands Advisory Board
London-headquartered executive search firm Pacific International Executive Search has appointed Beth Albright to its advisory board. “Beth Albright is an exceptional addition to our advisory board,” said David Howells, CEO of Pacific International. “Her deep governance expertise, her track record of guiding organizations through IPOs, M&A integrations, and large-scale transformations, and her recognized leadership in human capital management
Asset Management’s Next Edge Is Organizational, Not Financial
Citrin Cooperman’s 2026 Asset Management Survey Report highlights an industry undergoing meaningful transition. Their survey of 300 senior leaders across private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, private credit, and funds of funds points to a market increasingly shaped by institutional capital, operational pressure, and changing investor expectations. What stands out most is not simply the economic uncertainty facing
TurnkeyZRG Seeking Men’s Lacrosse Head Coach for Fairfield University
TurnkeyZRG has been retained by Fairfield University to lead in a nationwide search for a new men’s lacrosse head coach. Katy Young Staudt, vice president, college & coaching practice, is leading the assignment. The head coach will be responsible for directing all phases of a championship-caliber Division I Men’s Lacrosse program within the NCAA and Coastal Athletic Association, with an
BroadView Talent Partners Recruits CEO for the Freestore Foodbank
BroadView Talent Partners has assisted in the recruitment of Kreg Keesee as the new president and CEO of the Freestore Foodbank. Christie Angel, Melania DaSilva Deaver, Donna Young, and Robyn Quinn led the assignment. “Kreg brings a proven track record of building high-performing teams and turning strategy into action,” board chair Dwinelva Zackery said. “We are confident he is the right leader to
Streamlining the Hiring Process to Secure Top Talent
In a competitive hiring market, speed and preparation can often make the difference between securing a top candidate and losing them to another opportunity. With many professionals exploring new roles while remaining fully employed, organizations must balance thorough evaluation with an efficient and well-coordinated recruitment process. The most successful employers are those that approach hiring
DHR Global Adds New Partner in Singapore
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has expanded with the addition of Veronique Denis-Pelliet as a partner in its technology and retail & consumer practices in Singapore. A seasoned executive with over 10 years of experience in executive search, ESG leadership, sales, and international business development, Ms. Denis-Pelliet has led multicultural teams and driven growth in Southeast Asia, China, Europe,
Assessing Business Development Talent Without Slowing the Hiring Process
Companies are placing greater emphasis on improving hiring accuracy as competition for high-performing talent intensifies across the market. Yet many organizations continue to rely on inconsistent interview practices, subjective evaluations, and selection processes that create unnecessary friction for both candidates and internal stakeholders. Most hiring failures do not happen because companies move too fast. They
Academic Search Recruits President for Henry Ford College
Academic Search has placed David M. Knezek as the seventh president of Henry Ford College. Shirley Robinson Pippins and Richard Cummins led the assignment. Mr. Knezek, currently serving as chief operating officer of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and as an elected Wayne County commissioner, will assume the presidency later this year, succeeding interim president Dr. Lori
Fabric.AI Taps Egon Zehnder for Critical Search
Global leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder has been retained by NASDAQ-traded AI infrastructure company Fabric.AI to lead the search for a senior project management executive. “Egon Zehnder’s reputation, global reach, and deep expertise across AI, advanced technologies, and organizational leadership make them an ideal partner for Fabric.AI at this stage of our growth,” said Josh Silverman, CEO of
Caldwell Expands in London and Madrid
Toronto-based Caldwell has expanded with the addition of Alex Langridge as a partner in the firm’s financial services practice. Based in London, Mr. Langridge advises clients across financial services and fintech on senior executive and board appointments, succession planning, organizational design, and transformational leadership hiring. “Alex’s appointment reflects our continued investment in expanding Caldwell’s financial
Fama Technologies Granted U.S. Patent on Foundational AI-Powered Social Media Screening Technology
Fama Technologies, providers of AI-powered online screening, has announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has allowed all claims in its patent application covering the foundational technology behind social media background screening. The patent, titled “System for Searching and Correlating Online Activity with Individual Classification Factors,” has a priority date of November
Updating How You Work So AI Can Actually Deliver
AI adoption is no longer a technology challenge, it is an operational one. Companies that generate lasting value from AI will be the ones willing to redesign workflows, redefine leadership responsibilities, and embed AI directly into how work gets done every day. Most companies will not fail at AI because they chose the wrong model,
Vetted Solutions Assists CoreNet Global with CEO Search
Following an extensive search process, Washington, D.C.-based Vetted Solutions has assisted in the recruitment of Vicki Worden as the new CEO of CoreNet Global. “Vicki Worden demonstrates exemplary leadership through her collaborative approach,” said Jamie Leary-Erickson, CoreNet Global board chair. “Vicki’s extensive experience in the architecture, engineering, and commercial real estate sectors, combined with her global perspective
BarkerGilmore Places Head of Legal at Vantage Elevator Solutions
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has placed Keinan Meginniss as VP, head of legal at Vantage Elevator Solutions. The search was led by Stephen Bell and Alison Waters. “Keinan joins the organization at an exciting time as the company continues to expand its operations and strengthen its leadership team
NGS Global Adds TalentXera
Wilmington, DE-headquartered executive search firm NGS Global has added Saúl Almendárez and his team at TalentXera. This expands the firm’s capabilities across Mexico and the broader Latin America region. Mr. Almendárez is based in Mexico City, where he has spent more than 20 years building an exceptional team and a highly regarded brand in the executive search industry. Along
IMD International Search Group Elects New Board Members
Global executive search consortium IMD International Search Group recently had delegates from member firms meet in Helsinki, Finland, and announced the election of several board members. Ben Tucker (Minerva, IMD U.K.) transitions from director to VP finance and legal. Eva Nielsen (Lisberg, IMD Sweden) is reelected for a second mandate as director while Terhi Heikkinen (IMS Talent,
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Launch Recruiter Performance Training Program
The executive search industry has a training challenge. For years, recruiting firms have depended on apprenticeship-style development, learning through observation, informal mentoring, and varying management approaches. That model works for some, but it does not scale effectively. In a market increasingly shaped by AI, speed, precision, and commercial demands, inconsistent recruiter performance is no longer
Executive Search Firms Confront the AI Transformation
As AI rapidly reshapes the executive search landscape, recruiting firms are facing growing pressure to modernize how they identify, assess, and engage leadership talent. Industry experts say AI-driven sourcing, predictive analytics, and automation tools are helping firms accelerate search timelines and expand candidate reach, while also forcing recruiters to rethink where their true value lies.
Cooper Coleman Recruits CFO the Center for Child Protection
Cooper Coleman LLC has placed William Wade as chief financial officer of the Center for Child Protection (CCP) in Austin, TX. The national search was led by Johnny Cooper, founder and CEO of Cooper Coleman. “Dion brings the kind of strategic thinking and mission alignment CCP needs in its CFO,” said Mr. Cooper. “They are doing remarkable work,
Boyden Assists Kerry’s Place Autism Services with CEO Search
Boyden has recruited Normandie Wragg as the new president and CEO of Kerry’s Place Autism Services in Ontario. The appointment follows the previously announced retirement of CEO Susan VanDeVelde-Coke at the end of June. The search was led by partners Jim Stonehouse and Pamela Colquhoun, and Kathy Luu, senior associate. “Normandie is a highly accomplished, values-driven
Modern Executive Solutions Expands Technology Practice
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Moises Velilla as managing director in its technology practice. He brings deep experience advising organizations on senior leadership hiring and talent strategy across technology and transformation. Mr. Velilla specializes in advising clients on executive talent strategy and recruiting transformative technology and professional services leaders. He
A Look at How to Recruit Top Operating Partners
In recent years, the highly competitive deal market has shifted the private equity industry’s emphasis away from financial engineering and put pressure on firms to drive operational value growth in their portfolio companies. As a result, operating partners, whose job is to facilitate on-the-ground value creation, have become key components of investment strategy for many
Caldwell Partners Posts 69 Percent Revenue Gain
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has posted 2011 first quarter revenue of $6.5 million, up 69 percent over first quarter 2010. The firm attributed its strong numbers to strategic investments in new partners and new offices, and the general improvement in economic conditions. Since the end of the first quarter of fiscal
Taleo Selected by U.S General Services Administration
Taleo, a provider of on demand talent management solutions, has been selected by the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) to support its expanding human capital needs. Under the terms of the new contract, Taleo will develop and configure a competency management model for GSA’s Acquisition Workforce division. This new competency management capability will assist GSA
PeopleClick Authoria Releases AAPlanner 8.0
Peopleclick Authoria, a provider of talent acquisition and talent management solutions, has released AAPlanner 8.0, the company’s Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) software. This solution helps smaller federal contractors efficiently meet the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) requirements while mitigating risks. Increased government regulations, and oversight of HR practices for federal contractors and sub-contractors,
Futurestep Expands in Canada
Futurestep, a Korn/Ferry International company that provides talent acquisition solutions, has made two new appointments in its Canadian business leadership. Lyn Currie has been named as vice president and general manager, RPO and project-based recruitment business, and Karen Wong has been named as vice president and general manager of its markets business. "Over the past
Beyond.com Adds Enterprise Architect
Beyond.com, Inc., a network of niche career communities, has added James Bright as enterprise architect for the organization. In his role, Mr. Bright will work with the Beyond.com management team to help establish a roadmap for the future that encompasses the vision and strategy of the company. He brings more than 15 years of information
Kenexa Forms Partnership with GIS
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has partnered with General Information Services, Inc. (GIS), a provider of background screening services. Through the alliance, GIS will begin providing full-service background screenings for Kenexa’s Integrated Talent Management (ITM) solutions. “Our partnership with GIS streamlines the talent management process by providing a single
SHL and Previsor Merge
SHL and PreVisor have merged to create a global talent management business. The combined company will be known as SHL, delivering more than 15 million assessments annually in over 150 countries and over 30 languages. The merged company will provide customers with assessment solutions for roles at all levels and to support decisions from recruitment
Diversified Search Expands D.C. Office
Philadelphia-based Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson has named Jan Molino as managing director in its Washington, D.C. office. Ms. Molino has built recruiting practices specializing in healthcare, association, nonprofit and public sectors. Her search portfolio includes numerous high-profile assignments for CEOs, presidents, board members, and executive leaders responsible for key growth and turn-around initiatives. She previously
Spencer Stuart Grows Business in Greater China
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has announced the addition of Alice Au to its growing team across Greater China. With over 15 years of search experience, Ms. Au is a recognized expert at the senior executive and board levels within China and across Asia. Prior to joining Spencer Stuart she led another search firm’s CEO
Dice Adds Managing Director
Dice Holdings, Inc., a provider of specialized career websites for professional communities, has added Alice Hill as managing director of Dice.com. In this newly created role, Ms. Hill will be responsible for charting the strategic direction of the Dice service primarily focusing on product strategy and design, innovation, and growing and managing our key client
Manpower Forms Alliance with SCES
Manpower Inc. has formed a strategic alliance with Second Chance Employment Services (SCES) to help women who are survivors of human trafficking and domestic abuse to find sustainable work and rebuild their lives. Manpower Inc. and SCES will create local collaborations, beginning at pilot locations in the U.S. and potentially expanding to any of the
Corporate Resources Services Acquires Tri-Diamond Staffing
Corporate Resource Services, Inc., a national provider of temporary and permanent staffing services, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Tri-Diamond Staffing Inc. from an affiliate of Tri-State Employment Services, Inc. The purchase price is approximately $25 million which will be paid through the issuance of 29,411,765 shares of the company's common stock. “We
CTPartners Names Vice Chairman of Board Services
CTPartners has added John J. Keller to its New York office as vice chairman for CEO and board services. Mr. Keller has broad experience in CEO, board and CFO recruiting. He serves public and privately held corporations — including those owned by private equity investors — and their boards of directors. Most of this work
Russell Reynolds Associates to Lead Search for Pathfinder International
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has been retained by Pathfinder International to lead in its search for a new president. Pathfinder is seeking candidates who demonstrate a steadfast commitment to the organization's mission, as well as the skills necessary to position Pathfinder for continued growth in an ever-changing and complex world.
Vetted Solutions Expands Staff
Washington, D.C.-based executive search firm Vetted Solutions LLC has hired Amy Weist as project director. Ms. Weist most recently served as director of boards and committees at the National Business Travel Association (NBTA), one of the nation’s leading travel industry non-profits. She also worked for six years in the White House’s Office of Presidential Personnel,
McDermott & Bull Places Controller at Pacific Capital Bancorp
Irvine, CA-based McDermott & Bull has placed Rollin Johnson as controller of Pacific Capital Bancorp in Santa Barbara. The search was completed by Fleming Jones and Rod McDermott, managing director of McDermott & Bull. “This is a vital role and Pacific Capital Bank was looking for the right person to be part of a strong
Korn Ferry Adds to Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice
Korn/Ferry International/ has named Paul Pospisil Ph.D. as a senior client partner in the firm’s biotechnology and life sciences practice. He will be based out of the firm's New York office. Mr. Pospisil joins Korn/Ferry after serving more than 15 years as an investor and operating executive in the biotechnology industry. He brings experience in
B.E. Smith Names Head of IT and Talent Strategies Divisions
Executive recruiting firm B.E. Smith has added Rich Miller to lead the firm’s information technology and talent strategies divisions as senior vice president. Mr. Miller will focus on the design and implementation of information technologies while leading the firm’s talent strategies team. Prior to joining B. E. Smith, he served as senior vice president of
Carter/Mackay Retained by ImageWorks
Executive search firm Carter/Mackay has been selected by ImageWorks to further develop its sales management team across the U.S. ImageWorks is a leading state of the art diagnostic imaging supplier whose products are distributed worldwide with clinical applications for dental, medical and veterinary professionals. Carter/MacKay, formed in 1970, specializes in the placement of sales, sales
AdminiStaff Acquires OrgPlus from HumanConcepts
HR service Administaff, Inc. has acquired certain assets of HumanConcepts, a provider of workforce decision support solutions. Administaff will gain ownership of the current OrgPlus software product line targeted at small and medium-sized businesses as well as a source code license for a Software as a Service (SaaS) based version, which will be released later
Hudson RPO Adds Industry Veteran to Staff
Hudson RPO, the global recruitment process outsourcing services team of Hudson, has hired industry veteran Darren Lancaster to serve as managing director for Europe and the Middle East. Mr. Lancaster joins Hudson RPO following his tenure as managing director of resource solutions, the RPO services division of Robert Walters Group. “Recruitment process outsourcing is an
Online Labor Demand Unchanged in December
Online advertised vacancies were basically unchanged as they dipped 9,400 in December to 4,447,800, according to The Conference Board’s Help Wanted OnLine Data Series. The nation's supply/demand rate stood at 3.39 unemployed for every advertised vacancy in November (the last available unemployment data) a figure that is down from a peak of 4.73 in October
DHR Adds Recruiter in Asia
DHR International has appointed Kirk Tang as executive vice president in its Beijing office. Mr. Tang will focus on expanding DHR’s advanced technology and venture capital/private equity practice groups while recruiting leadership talent in China and across Asia-Pacific. He joins DHR with over 18 years of diverse solutions sales-marketing, business development and general management experience.
Spencer Stuart to Lead COO Search for UVA
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been chosen by the University of Virginia to lead in the search for a new executive vice president and chief operating officer. The University of Virginia is based in Charlottesville, VA and was founded in 1819 by Thomas Jefferson. Spencer Stuart is an executive search firm with 51 offices
Google Head of HR Joins Evolv Board
Evolv, a provider of science-based, on-demand talent matching and intelligence solutions, has added Laszlo Bock, global head of human resources of Google, to its board of directors. Mr. Bock also serves on the advisory board of Catalyst, a nonprofit corporate membership research and advisory organization geared towards changing workplaces. Under Mr. Bock's leadership, Google has
eQuest Opens in Germany
eQuest, a provider of job posting distribution and job posting management, has opened its fourth European office in Frankfurt, Germany. The new office opening will offer enhanced local service, direct access to local personnel and expanded regional access to services. As part of an aggressive global expansion plan, eQuest has opened new offices in New
TheLadders.com Creates New National TV Commercials
Online job service TheLadders.com has launched a new television commercial campaign that celebrates how TheLadders makes professional candidates more attractive to employers and recruiters. The new commercial spots were created by Fallon Minneapolis and will air nationally on broadcast and cable television networks. “Starting this January, premium members of TheLadders will be assigned their own
TRANSEARCH Adds Consultant in Frankfurt
TRANSEARCH International has added executive search consultant Gerhard Görke in Frankfurt. Mr. Görke has a special focus on banks in Central and Eastern Europe. He has gathered consulting experience at Roland Berger, Neumann and recently at Herbold Fischer. Prior to that, he was working nationally and internationally as a senior sales executive at Software AG,
CTPartners Leading CFO Search for Dialogic
CTPartners has been selected by Dialogic Inc. to lead in its search for a new chief financial officer. Al Wood, the company’s current CFO, has announced his departure. Dialoic and its subsidiaries provide communications platforms and technology to enterprise and service provider markets. CTPartners is a global executive search firm offering expertise in technology, media
First Advantage Acquired by Symphony Technology Group
First Advantage, a global provider of workforce solutions, today announced that Symphony Technology Group, a private equity firm with a strategic focus on software and service. Under the terms of the acquisition, which closed December 30, 2010, First Advantage will operate as a portfolio company of the Symphony Technology Group. First Advantage CEO Todd Mavis
Ultimate Software Selected by Wolf Steel for HCM Solution
Ultimate Software, a provider of unified human capital management SaaS solutions for global businesses, has announced that Ontario-based Wolf Steel Ltd., a private company that manufactures and distributes hearth technology, furniture, and accessories, has selected UltiPro as its single platform for unified human capital management (HCM). “UltiPro provides a complete, unified, and scalable HCM solution
