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Pacific International Partners with LSG Sky Chefs Americas
London-headquartered executive search firm Pacific International has inked an exclusive 12-month retained search partner agreement with LSG Sky Chefs Americas (Sky Chefs), the market leader in airline catering and hospitality services across North and Latin America. Under the agreement, Pacific International will leverage its expertise to identify and attract senior talent that aligns with Sky Chefs’ culture
The Barton Partnership Appoints Vice President, North America
The Barton Partnership, a U.K.-based executive search firm, has named Melissa Chester as vice president, North America. The firm said she will partner with leaders across the firm to accelerate growth in independent consulting while complementing The Barton Partnership’s established executive search capabilities in strategy & transformation. “Melissa’s extensive experience supporting private equity firms and their
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.
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
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?
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 Chief Commercial Officer: Driving Private Equity Value Creation
As private equity firms place greater emphasis on organic growth, commercial leadership is taking on a more central role in value creation. The chief commercial officer (CCO) has become one of the most important post-acquisition hires for private equity sponsors, according to a recent report from Spencer Stuart’s Dave Vidor. As extended hold periods and
The Tolan Group Recruits CEO for U.S. Mobile Health Exams
The Tolan Group (TTG) has placed Eric Hepburn as CEO at U.S. Mobile Health Exams (USMHE) in Jacksonville, FL. He brings more than 30 years of experience in executive leadership, business operations, strategic growth, and organizational transformation. Mr. Hepburn’s appointment brings USMHE an experienced executive with a track record of strengthening business operations, developing scalable
Cooper Coleman Leading CFO Search for Jacksonville Zoological Society
Cooper Coleman LLC has been retained by Jacksonville Zoological Society, Inc. to conduct a national search for its next CFO. “Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens has an ambitious vision for its future, and its next CFO will help shape how those plans move forward,” said Johnny Cooper, founder and CEO of Cooper Coleman. “We’re looking for someone
The Christopher Group Tapped by MITRE for Head of Total Rewards Search
The Christopher Group (TCG), a boutique HR executive search and business solutions recruiting firm, has been selected by MITRE to lead in its search for a head of total rewards. The search is being led by managing partner Ayla Maloney and recruiting director Kat Kilkenney. “This is an incredibly exciting opportunity for a total rewards leader who wants to make
True Establishes Dedicated Private Credit Practice
Global executive talent platform True has launched a dedicated private credit practice, led by Rick Bank, managing director and head of the private credit and private equity practices. The launch comes as private credit enters a significant credit cycle, with 67 percent of portfolio managers citing greater competition and 64 percent citing defaults and credit losses as
Inside the Decisions That Shape Hiring and Careers
Hiring and leadership decisions continue to play an increasingly important role in shaping both individual careers and organizational performance. As companies navigate tighter talent markets, rapid technological change, and evolving expectations around leadership, greater attention is being placed on how executives identify high performers, assess potential, and make decisions about who is ready for greater
ON Partners Recruits Board Members for Artisan Industries
Partners Seth Harris and Shawn Oglesbee of ON Partners have assisted in the recruitment of Stephen S. Schwartz and Gary A. Doyon as new members of the board of directors of Artisan Industries. The addition of two independent directors strengthens the company’s governance and strategic leadership, as Artisan expands its core technologies into high-growth markets, including specialty chemicals, PFAS removal, drug
Reffett Associates Seeking Vice President of Development for the Army Historical Foundation
WA-based Reffett Associates was recently retained by the Army Historical Foundation to recruit its next vice president of development. The Army Historical Foundation is the non-profit organization that supports the National Museum of the United States Army, which honors the service and sacrifice of American soldiers throughout the Army’s history. The vice president of development will play
DHR Global Expands Middle East and Africa Presence
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has expanded with the addition of Michael Patrick Okumu-Ringa as managing partner, Middle East and Africa. Based in Dubai, he will lead the expansion of DHR’s regional business, building its team and strengthening its executive search and leadership advisory capabilities while connecting regional clients with international talent in partnership with DHR’s London office. “The
Human Sustainability: A Strategic Imperative for HR Leaders
Human sustainability ensures the long-term well-being, development, and engagement of an organization’s employees. Put into practice, it encompasses initiatives promoting physical, mental, and social health, diversity and inclusion, continuous learning, and ethical labor practices, according to a recent report from Odgers Berndtson’s Ramona Kraft and Elaine Roper. The study explains that human sustainability is about
Bond International Software Deployed by Manpower
Recruitment software provider Bond International Software has deployed Adapt throughout Manpower's North American offices. Manpower intends to expand the solution to additional countries. “We are delighted to partner with a global leader like ManpowerGroup – their vision for a single global process required a truly configurable, scalable product – we're very pleased to have been
CFR Consulting Group Adds DSLM Executive Search
CFR Consulting Group, a network of independent executive search firms, has added Chicago-based DSML Executive Search as its newest member firm. Prior to founding the firm in 2007, Doug Seville & Myriam Le Cannellier were independently working within their individual consulting practices. DSML Executive Search operates across all industry sectors with a specific focus on
TRANSEARCH Expands Stockholm Office
TRANSEARCH International has hired Johan Furenmo in its Stockholm office as a senior consultant. Over the last 20 years, Mr. Furenmo has been active in banking, finance and insurance and held senior management positions. He works as senior consultant, primarily in banking, finance, insurance and advertising industry. Prior to joining TRANSEARCH, Mr. Furenmo was CEO
Retaining, Recruiting Top Talent Key Priorities for Employers in 2011
With the employment outlook improving, employers are focusing their compensation programs on hiring and retaining top talent, according to a survey released Buck Consultants, a Xerox company and provider of human resource and benefits consulting. Employers are using hiring bonuses to attract talent and retention bonuses to keep them. Buck's study, “Reviving and Inspiring the
Odgers Berndtson Recruits CEO for Volunteer Calgary
U.K.-based executive search firm Odgers Berndtson has placed Jamie Niessento as president and chief executive officer of Volunteer Calgary. Mr. Niessen joins Volunteer Calgary from his post as manager of community investment at TransCanada Corporation. Volunteer Calgary’s mission is leading, promoting, connecting, and strengthening volunteerism. Odgers Berndtson provides executive search services to a wide array
HireVue Adds Chief Marketing Officer
Video interviewing provider HireVue has appointed Kevin Marasco as chief marketing officer. Most recently, Mr. Marasco was vice president, brand & digital marketing for San Francisco Bay-based Taleo. Prior to its acquisition by Taleo, he was senior vice president, marketing and sales support at Vurv (formerly Recruitmax). “We're designing HireVue to be the game-changing video
Executive Recruiting Growth Continues Uptick
Following a major comeback for headhunters in 2010, first quarter data for 2011 showed a continued path toward growth. According to data released by the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) first quarter data revealed a seven percent rise in the number of new executive searches started worldwide from the fourth quarter of 2010. Senior
CTPartners Posts 18 Percent Revenue Rise
CTPartners Executive Search Inc./(NYSE:CTP) posted first quarter 2011 net revenue of $30.5 million, an 18.3 percent increase from $25.8 million a year ago. Revenues increased 64.6 percent in North America, 23 percent in Europe and 12.4 percent in Asia-Pacific. There were 300 confirmed searches in the first quarter of 2011, a 17.2 percent increase compared
Stephen James Expands Banking Services Group
Recruiting firm Stephen James Associates (SJA), a division of Allegis Group, has hired Mike Crissy within its executive banking and financial services group. Mr. Crissy will be based in the firm’s Fort Lauderdale office focusing on mid to senior executive level search in banking. Prior to joining SJA, Mr. Crissy worked for Jones Lang LaSalle
ChampionScott Fills Marketing Post for TriNet
Executive search firm ChampionScott Partners has placed Kerry Langstaff as executive director, marketing at TriNet. Ms. Langstaff previously was senior director channel marketing at SAP Americas. TriNet is a provider of human resources outsourcing services for small businesses. ChampionScott Partners is an executive search firm focused on the technology industry and related sectors.
Lucas Group Forms Alliance with J. Friisberg & Partners Italy
North American search firm Lucas Group has formed a global recruiting partnership with J. Friisberg & Partners Italy, an executive recruiting firm in Milan. The partnership will focus on Europe and North America, with Friisberg recruiting and placing European talent for American-based firms and Lucas Group recruiting and placing American talent for European-based firms. “Multinational
Egon Zehnder Adds to Industrial Practice Group
Thomas Reynolds has been named leader of Egon Zehnder International’s North American industrial practice group. Since 2008, Mr. Reynolds has led the supply chain practice in the U.S. and served as a member of the industrial and high tech practice groups. “Reynolds brings his expertise in identifying and securing top level talent for our clients
Diversified Search Joins AltoPartners
Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson has become the U.S. partner of AltoPartners, the international alliance of independent search firms with offices in 26 countries covering Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East and the Americas. The alliance serves clients in the consumer/retail/luxury goods, industrials/ energy utilities, financial services, technology/telecoms, life sciences, media, and education sectors worldwide. "We are pleased
RSR Partners Grows HR Practice
RSR Partners, a corporate governance and executive search firm based in Greenwich, Conn., has added Wendy Murphy as managing director and head of the firm's chief human resources practice (CHRO). Ms. Murphy will also be a member of the firm's board recruiting practice. "Wendy's vast experience working with human resources leaders is a strategic addition
Futurestep Expands Latin American Business
Futurestep, a Korn/Ferry International company that provides talent acquisition solutions, has appointed Roberto Spuri as managing director of its Latin American business. Mr. Spuri will be responsible for driving the growth of Futurestep's Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO), consulting and retained search services across the region. Mr. Spuri brings to Futurestep a wealth of experience in
CareerBuilder Acquires JobCentral
CareerBuilder has acquired JobsCentral, a job board in Singapore that also has a presence in Malaysia. Uniting CareerBuilder and JobsCentral will bring a wider array of recruitment and career solutions to Singapore's employment community. Singapore has one of the best-performing economies and job markets in the world. Its gross domestic product is projected to grow
Caldwell Partners Selected by Whistler Chamber of Commerce
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has been retained by the Whistler Chamber of Commerce to begin a search for a new chief administrative officer. Established in 1966 and instrumental to the establishment of the Resort Municipality of Whistler, the Whistler Chamber of Commerce is the leading business association in Whistler, Host Mountain
Taleo Posts 30 Percent Revenue Gain
Taleo/(NASDAQ:TLEO), a provider of on-demand talent management solutions, has posted first quarter 2011 revenues of $71.5 million, a 30 percent increase from $55 million during the same period a year ago. During the quarter, the company posted a net loss of $2.2 million, or five cents a share, compared with earnings of $818,000, or two
Zavala Civitas Strengthens Presence in Europe and Latin America
AESC member Zavala Civitas Executive Search has strengthened its presence in Southern Europe and Latin America, adding offices in Mexico, DF and Milan, as well as expanding their team with professionals experienced in these regions. In addition, the firm has established an association with Civitas International and renamed the company accordingly. Civitas is European-based executive
The Judge Group Adds President of Western Operations
The Judge Group, a provider recruiting services, has appointed Khang Nguyen as president of Western operations for Judge Technical Staffing. Mr. Nguyen has over 12 years of sales and regional management experience in IT staffing and consulting, with extensive experience in California, Oregon, Arizona and Washington. Most recently, he served as regional manager for an
Korn Ferry Names Managing Director in Seoul
Korn/Ferry International has named Sean Kim as office managing director of its Seoul office. He assumes the role from Jonathan Holmes, who has moved to the firm’s Dubai office to serve as managing director, Middle East. Mr. Kim joined Korn/Ferry in 2006 as client partner and was promoted to senior client partner in 2009. A
Boyden Expands Atlanta Team
Boyden Global Executive Search has added Brian Clark as a managing director in its Atlanta office. With the addition of Mr. Clark, Boyden Atlanta has client capabilities in the U.S. Southeast in chemicals and plastics, biotechnology and general manufacturing. Mr. Clark has performed global C-suite and senior management assignments for clients such as Allied Signal/Honeywell,
DHR Places CEO at Stuart Dean, Co., Inc.
DHR International has recruited Mark Parrish as president and chief executive officer of Stuart Dean, Co., Inc. The search was led by David Hoffmann, chairman and CEO. Mr. Parrish joins Stuart Dean after serving as president and CEO of Deceuninck North America. "Mr. Parrish is a rare find and an outstanding executive that will do
TheLadders.com Launches ‘Mobile Inbox’
Online job service TheLadders.com has launched “Mobile Inbox,” a service that allows job seekers to connect with recruiters and hiring managers through their mobile phone. “As the online job market changes, and it becomes easier for job seekers to find and apply to job listings, recruiters are seeing an influx of applications creating what is
Cook Associates Places CFO at Wellmark
Chicago-based Cook Associates Executive Search has placed David Brown as CFO and treasurer of Wellmark, Inc., a mutual insurance company owned by its policyholders. Mr. Brown joins Wellmark from Capital One Financial Corp., where he served most recently as CFO – Domestic Credit Card. The search was led by Kevin Parker, managing director and head
IIC Partners Names Global Sector Leader
IIC Partners has appointed Todd Hohauser as the new global leader of its industrial practice group. Mr. Hohauser, president and COO of Harvey Hohauser & Associates in Detroit, has more than 12 years experience in retained executive search in the industrial and technology sectors across Fortune 100 internationals, middle market and privately held corporations. IIC
Kenexa Posts 59 Percent revenue Jump
Kenexa Corporation/(NASDAQ:KNXA), a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has posted revenues of $63 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2011, a 59 percent increase from revenues of $39.7 million a year ago. The revenue gain was largely due to the acquisition of Salary.com. Non-GAAP net income available to common shareholders,
PeopleMatter Secures $7.2 Million in Financing
PeopleMatter, a talent management provider for the service industry, has secured $7.2 Million in Series B funding. The round was led by Noro-Moseley Partners, with participation from previous investors C& B Capital, Intersouth Partners, and Harbert Ventures. “We've done extensive market research on the talent management industry. PeopleMatter's unconventional platform integrating the consumer, employee, and
Cook Associates Places CFO At Wellmark
Chicago-based Cook Associates Executive Search has placed David Brown as CFO and treasurer of Wellmark, Inc., a mutual insurance company owned by its policyholders. Mr. Brown joins Wellmark from Capital One Financial Corp., where he served most recently as CFO – Domestic Credit Card. The search was led by Kevin Parker, managing director and head
Kincannon & Reed Names Managing Director
Kincannon & Reed has appointed Gary Weihs as a managing director. Based in Iowa, Mr. Weihs will serve clients throughout North America and internationally. He joins Kincannon & Reed from Proliant Dairy, a division of Laurisden Group, where he most recently served as CEO. Prior to that, he was COO of RDO Equipment, which owns
ManpowerGroup Records 24 Percent Revenue Rise
ManpowerGroup/(NYSE:MAN) has posted revenues of $5.1 billion for the first quarter ended March 31, 2011, a increase of 24 percent from $4.1 billion a year earlier. The Milwaukee-based company recorded earnings of $35.7 million, or 43 cents per diluted share, compared to net earnings of $2.8 million, or four cents per diluted share, a year
