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Agile Leadership Strategies: 6 Ways to Lead with Flexibility and Focus
Today’s organizations are navigating an environment of almost constant disruption and change. From ongoing economic uncertainty and rapid advances in digital transformation, to shifting workforce demographics and rising employee expectations, businesses are being challenged to adapt faster than ever before. Traditional leadership models, which often emphasize stability, hierarchy, and predictability, are no longer sufficient to
SPMB Recruits Chief Product Officer for Menlo Security
SPMB Executive Search recently placed Ramin Farassat as chief product officer of Menlo Security, Inc. The search was led by Sean Lucq from SPMB’s engineering and product practice. “Ramin’s deep commitment to innovation and his passion for building high-performing teams make him exceptionally well-suited to lead Menlo Security’s mission of fundamentally shifting how organizations secure users and data in
Executive Recruiters Pull Off Another Remarkable Year, Remain Bullish for 2023
Hunt Scanlon Media has released its annual rankings of leading executive recruiters. In the U.S. and globally, billions of dollars poured into the high-end recruiting sector in 2022, a result of continued pentup demand for senior-level leaders and their key reports.
Why Succession Planning Is Critical to Reducing Leadership Risk
Most organizations have something they refer to as a succession plan — a spreadsheet, a nine-box grid updated once a year and then put away, or an annual HR review. But very few can answer the question that truly matters: if a critical leader left tomorrow, would the organization be able to keep executing? That’s
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?
Rokos Group Seeking Chief Medical Officer for Center for Elders’ Independence
Newport Beach, CA-based executive search firm Rokos Group has been selected by Center for Elders’ Independence (CEI) to lead in its search for a chief medical officer. Reporting to the president and CEO, the chief medical officer will serve as CEI’s senior physician executive and a full member of the executive leadership team. This is a strategic
ADK Consulting & Executive Search Assists the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority with CEO Search
ADK Consulting & Executive Search recently assisted in the recruitment of Cris Jensen as the new president and CEO of the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority (RTAA). Rod Dinger led the assignment. “It is my honor to announce the board has chosen Cris Jensen to serve as the next president and CEO, and his contract negotiations are currently underway,” said Shaun Carey, chair of
How CEOs Can Overcome Setbacks and Emerge Stronger
Executive search firms are increasingly being called upon to assess more than a candidate’s track record of growth, transformation, and financial performance. As boards search for CEOs capable of leading through persistent uncertainty, resilience has become a critical component of the leadership profile. Search consultants are placing greater emphasis on how executives have responded to
Occam Global Recruits CFO for eGenesis
New York City-based executive search firm Occam Global has placed Glenn Vraniak as CFO of eGenesis, a biotechnology company developing human-compatible engineered organs for transplantation. “eGenesis is entering a pivotal stage in our evolution as we prepare to advance our programs through clinical development and lay the foundation for future commercialization,” said Mike Curtis, CEO of eGenesis.
Maven Partnership Names Partner and Consultants
Global talent advisory firm Maven Partnership has recently promoted Tom Chambers to partner, Seb Coughlin as consultant, and George Roberts to consultant. “We are delighted to announce the well-deserved promotions of several exceptional individuals here at Maven Partnership, Will Hannaford, chief executive officer. “We’re committed to the growth and development of our people, and it’s fantastic to
The Execution Era: How Transformation Is Reshaping Private Equity
Most PE value creation plans don’t fail on strategy. They fail between the plan and the doing. With longer holds and less forgiving exit windows, delivery discipline is carrying more of the return, according to a new report from Wilton & Bain’s Jack Syred and James Royall. The report reflects patterns Wilton & Bain has
JDG Associates Retained by the Institute for Defense Analyses to Lead VP of Corporate Operations Search
Rockville, MD-based executive search firm JDG Associates has been tapped by the Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) to lead its search for their vice president of corporate operations, based in Alexandria, VA. IDA seeks a seasoned operational and business transformation leader to modernize systems, processes, and service delivery across the organization. Serving as a corporate officer and
Modern Executive Solutions adds Partner to Lead Growth of M1 Talent Community
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has appointed Bria Bass as as partner, where she will lead the continued growth and expansion of the M1 Talent Community across North America and Europe. “Bria brings a rare combination of executive advisory, deep community-building experience, and an exceptional ability to connect leaders in meaningful ways,” said Mark Oppenheimer, CEO
AI Is Rewriting the Executive Hiring Playbook
Insight Partners’ latest research suggests the AI era is creating a new executive hiring playbook. Based on more than 400 executive searches and interviews with over 1,400 leadership candidates, the firm’s talent team argues that many of the characteristics defining today’s strongest product and engineering leaders would have been viewed as weaknesses only a few years
FMG Leading Acquires Market Intelligence And Strategic Advisory Firm BroadBranch Advisors
Human capital advisory firm FMG Leading has acquired market intelligence and strategic advisory firm BroadBranch Advisors. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. “In today’s high-pressure landscape, translating forward-looking intelligence into action faster and more effectively is critical for our clients, especially in the investor-backed healthcare space,” said Matt Brubaker, chairman and CEO of FMG Leading. “By
PARC Street Group Places Chief Operating Officer for Mission Valley Bank
PARC Street Group has assisted in the recruitment Amanda Connell as chief operating officer at Mission Valley Bank. This search was completed by PARC Street Group senior executive search consultant Michelle Davis, executive recruiter Tabassum Nagpurwala, and executive search associate Priscilla Chacon. Ms. Connell brings more than 15 years of progressive leadership experience across community
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Build a New Performance Model for Executive Recruiters
As the executive search industry faces growing pressure to deliver stronger and more consistent results, firms are reassessing how recruiters are trained, developed, and prepared to meet changing client demands. A few months ago, Hunt Scanlon and its HSiQ Talent Intelligence advisory unit introduced the Recruiter Performance Training Program, a practical, execution-focused system designed to
U.S. Payrolls Fall by 23,000 in July as Unemployment Rate Dips to 4.1 Percent
Employment fell by 23,000 in July as the U.S. unemployment rate stood at 4.1 percent, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. The number of unemployed people, at 6.9 million, changed little in July. Among the major worker groups, the unemployment rates for teenagers (12.1 percent) and people who are Hispanic (4.6 percent) declined
Parker Remick Expands with New Partner
Seattle, WA-based Parker Remick has appointed Adam Szepkouski as partner of consulting excellence. The firm explained that this hire reflects a broader push to refine execution and scale delivery as demand for senior technology leaders accelerates. The appointment comes at a time of structural change in technology leadership. AI is reshaping how technology organizations are built and
The Data Migration Paralysis Problem: Why Firms Stay on Old Platforms Too Long
Technology has become a defining competitive advantage for executive search firms, yet many organizations continue to rely on aging platforms that no longer innovate. While artificial intelligence, automation, and data-driven workflows are reshaping the industry, the hesitation to replace legacy systems often leaves firms struggling with inefficiencies that quietly accumulate over time. The greatest obstacle
Recruiterflow Offers Four-Step Playbook for Building an AI-Native Search Firm
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how executive search firms identify talent, manage information, engage candidates, and serve clients. But adopting an AI-powered platform alone does not make a recruiting organization AI-native. The larger challenge is integrating technology across the search lifecycle in ways that improve decision-making, strengthen execution, and allow consultants to devote more attention
Kirk Palmer Associates Recruits Chief Merchandising Officer for Belk
Retail-focused executive search firm Kirk Palmer Associates has helped to recruit Molly Taylor as chief merchandising officer at retailer Belk, where she will lead merchandising strategy and vision across all product categories. Melissa Sussberg and Alexa Liebman led the assignment. Ms. Taylor is a merchandising executive with over 30 years of experience connecting topline vision to bottom-line performance
The Forces Reshaping Executive Search
As organizations face accelerating business transformation, leadership succession, and rapid advances in artificial intelligence, the demands placed on executive search firms continue to evolve. Clients are looking for more than candidate identification—they increasingly expect strategic guidance, deeper market intelligence, and advisors capable of helping them navigate an increasingly complex leadership landscape. Those themes emerged consistently
Bryant Group Fills Senior Position for the University of Washington
Dallas-based executive search and talent development firm Bryant Group has assisted in the recruitment of Justin Michalka as vice president for university development at the University of Washington (UW). The search was led by firm president Chris Bingley. “I’m delighted to welcome Justin to the University of Washington,” said Mary Gresch, senior vice president for university advancement. “He is a
SPMB Expands Financial Officer and Private Equity Practices
SPMB Executive Search has appointed Christy Mihos as a partner in the firm’s financial officer and private equity practices. “Christy is one of the most accomplished CFO search practitioners in the market, and we are thrilled to welcome him to SPMB,” said Dave Mullarkey, managing partner at SPMB. “His track record of advising PE firms and technology companies on
Executive Talent Market Faces New Pressures as AI and Private Equity Reshape Leadership Demand
The executive talent market continues to tighten as private investment accelerates, experienced leaders retire, and organizations compete for executives capable of driving growth and transformation. At the same time, artificial intelligence is changing the capabilities companies expect from senior leaders, while consulting and private equity firms rethink how they build leadership teams and evaluate potential.
Carpenter Legal Search Recruits General Counsel for Park Corporation
Legal recruiting remains an active area for executive search firms as corporations, law firms, government agencies, and other organizations compete for experienced legal talent. Employment of lawyers is projected to grow four percent from 2024 to 2034, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, with approximately 31,500 openings expected each year as employers add
Signium Opens New Office in Hamburg, Germany
Executive search consortium Signium has opened a new office in Hamburg, Germany. The new office is led by Moritz Drerup, managing partner, who joined Signium with more than a decade of executive search experience and a highly focused practice in technology and AI leadership. The Hamburg office represents a natural evolution for Mr. Drerup’s established executive search practice, combining his specialist expertise with the reach,
Executive Search Strategies for Leadership Success
As organizations navigate rapid change, leadership decisions have become increasingly consequential, placing greater pressure on executive search firms to identify candidates who can deliver both immediate impact and long-term value. Success at the highest levels depends on far more than filling a vacancy—it requires a disciplined search strategy that combines market intelligence, rigorous assessment, and
Leverage AI in Your Job Search: When to Use It and When Not To
Artificial intelligence has been changing the way people search for jobs. From optimizing resumes to preparing for interviews, AI has become a valuable resource for candidates looking to streamline the process. The key is knowing how to use it effectively, according to a recent report from New York City headquartered executive search firm Solomon Page. “AI
Private Equity In Hot Pursuit Of Chief AI Officers With Strategic Vision
AI has been increasingly buzzy in the past year as companies try to understand the potential benefits it can bring – from ringing out more efficiency in the workplace and streamlining decision-making, to improving employee productivity monitoring. Now, President Joseph R. Biden Jr. has just announced a policy to help government agencies harness its power and mitigate
3P Consultants Places Director at Blue Star
Executive search firm 3P Consultants Pvt. Ltd has recruited Ram Ramasundar as director at Blue Star, India's largest central air-conditioning company with a network of 29 offices and around 2,600 employees. Mr. Ramasundar was formerly group financial controller at Hindustan Lever. 3P Consultants Pvt. Ltd, a member of the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC)
IPS Group Adds SVP
IPS Group has appointed Daniel R. Gattis as senior vice president of IPS Search, Inc., its North American retained search division. Mr. Gattis will provide domestic and international search and selection consultation to insurance, healthcare, and financial services clients. Prior to joining IPS Search, he was senior vice president and managing director of Jacobson Executive
Cameron Carmichael Expands Healthcare Practice
Charlotte, NC-headquartered executive search firm Cameron Carmichael has added Martin Godwin as a managing director and head of its healthcare practice. Mr. Godwin began his career in executive recruiting in 1997 and worked as a senior consultant with executive search firms The McAulay Firm and Anderson & Associates, Inc. He has led and conducted more
Crowe-Innes & Associates Completes Search for Hospira, Inc.
Crowe-Innes & Associates LLC has placed Francois DuBois as senior vice president of global quality at Hospira, Inc., a global pharmaceuticals and global devices company based in the greater Chicago area. Crowe-Innes & Associates was founded in 1996 with an emphasis in consumer products, retail, technology, financial services and non-profit. The firm is a woman-owned
DHR Names EVP in Phoenix Office
DHR International has hired Mike Paddock as executive vice president in the firm’s Phoenix office. Mr. Paddock leads engagements to recruit senior-level executives in general management, global supply chain, procurement, sales, technical operations, and human resources. His clients have ranged in size from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies across a broad range of industries, including
Adecco Partners with Job Search Television Network
HR solutions company Adecco’s Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) division, part of Adecco Group, has entered into a partnership with Job Search Television Network (JSTN). As part of the extensive recruitment marketing activities that Adecco performs for their clients, the company will utilize JSTN's video job reports and cultural profiles to promote their clients' openings through
The Onstott Group Adds New Managing Director
Executive search firm The Onstott Group has added Paul Moran as a managing director in its advanced technology industry practice. Mr. Moran will specialize in the software & services communications, media and clean technology industries. He previously served as a managing director at Taylor Winfield and prior to that was with CTPartners. Founded in 1987,
Options Group Opens Office in Frankfurt
Global executive search and strategic consulting firm Options Group has opened a Frankfurt office to meet the growing demand for services in the EMEA region. Executive director, Ina Bauermeister, will lead the effort and focus on the region's technology practice. Diana Herpel also joins Options Group Frankfurt as vice president. Ms. Bauermeister joins Options Group
Russell Reynolds Expands in San Francisco
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has named Pam Zuercher as an executive director based in San Francisco. Ms. Zuercher will leverage her expertise in mobile, payments, and e-commerce to serve clients across the financial services, technology, media, entertainment, and convergence industries. "Pam's addition to the firm's San Francisco office will help
Jobfox Creates Social Recruiting Network
Career site Jobfox has announced the launch of its new product, Jobfox Boost, a social recruiting and career networking engine that automates the process of building talent networks. With Jobfox Boost, HR professionals and recruiters can create their own private networks of pre-qualified individuals and recruit talent directly from them. Boost also provides a built-in
PeopleClick Authoria Research Institute Launches Eeosource.com
Peopleclick Authoria, a provider of talent acquisition and talent management solutions, has announced the expansion of Peopleclick Authoria Research Institute’s compliance and diversity services with the launch of The New EEO Source, an online information resource for HR professionals, employment attorneys, consultants, and compliance officers. The New EEO Source provides organizations with insight into potentially
Korn Ferry Adds to Global Technology Practice
Korn Ferry has added John Kuper as senior client partner in the firm’s global technology practice. He will be based in the Philadelphia office. Mr. Kuper was previously a partner at Howard Fischer Associates, completing CEO, CFO, and CMO top management searches. “John’s diverse client work, including leading media, technology, communications and consumer companies, as
Global Search Firm Orchid Network Opens Doors
Executive recruiters Denise Wypiszenski and Gary W. Silverman have launched Orchid Network LLC to provide services to a broad cross-section of businesses including financial services, and consumer and industrial products companies with a global presence. “With extensive experience across a variety of industries, Orchid Network has a deep understanding of business needs,” said Ms. Wypiszenski.
Hays Japan Opens Legal Specialist Unit
Hays Specialist Recruitment Japan K.K. (Hays Japan) has opened its legal specialist business unit to cover placement services related to the legal sector. This marks Hays' 12 specialized business unit in Japan. Specifically, the legal business unit is committed to meeting demand for senior roles covering in-house lawyers, legal managers and contract managers, as well
Talent Technology Corp. Creates New Tool for Recruiters
Talent Technology Corporation, a provider of component recruiting technologies for the recruiting/staffing industry and corporate HR departments, has introduced its new Talemetry talent generation suite. The tool is a five-module integrated solution developed to help organizations to continually source, market, and engage a pipeline of high-quality talent. The suite will work seamlessly with existing human
CDI Corp. Records 14 Percent Revenue Increase
CDI Corp./(NYSE:CDI), a Philadelphia-based provider of IT-focused recruitment solutions, posted fourth quarter revenues of $248 million, an increase of 14.2 percent from revenues of $217.2 million a year ago. The company reported a net loss of $14.6 million, or $0.77 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $6.9 million, or $0.36 per diluted
Korn Ferry Adds To Global Technology Practice
Korn/Ferry International has appointed Daniel S. Powell as client partner in the firm’s global technology practice. He will be based out of the firm’s Irvine office and will focus on Southern California’s San Diego region. Mr. Powell brings C-level experience to Korn/Ferry, most recently serving as senior vice president at international consulting firm Oce. “Dan’s
Heidrick & Struggles Post 15.8 Percent Revenue Gain
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International/(NASDAQ:HSII) has posted net revenue of $127.2 million for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2010, a gain of 15.8 percent from $109.9 million a year ago. Net revenue increased 19.1 percent in the Americas, 7.8 percent in Europe (approximately 14 percent on a constant currency basis), and
Diversified Search Names Managing Director in L.A.
Michelle Bonoan has joined Philadelphia-based Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson as managing director in its Los Angeles office. Ms. Bonoan focuses on the education, not-for-profit, and arts & culture sectors. Her clients are nationwide and encompass major non-profit organizations dedicated to education, social services, arts and culture, children and family services, environment, and health-related issues, as
Egon Zehnder Assigns New Practice Head
Steven Goodman has assumed leadership of the Egon Zehnder International’s U.S. industrial practice group's energy and cleantech segment. He has been a member since he joined the firm in 2006. "Goodman's deep industry knowledge and the unique skill sets needed by its leadership will help our clients to select and promote the right people for
B.E. Smith Grows Interim Leadership/Consulting Solutions Division
Executive recruiting firm B.E. Smith has named Stephen Burns as vice president and project leader for the firm’s interim leadership and consulting solutions divisions. An accomplished healthcare executive with more than 30 years of experience in clinical operations and program development in a managed care environment, Mr. Burns will lead a number of interim and
Online Recruitment Provider, Network Recruitment, Opens London Office
E-recruitment solutions provider networx recruitment, has opened its London office. A team of eight recruitment specialists including the newly appointed Richard Newman, Russell Burden and Russell Cox will be operate the new office. “The opening of our London office marks a new era for networx, we plan to use this new base to capitalize on
J. Robert Scott Expands Financial Services Practice
Executive search firm J. Robert Scott has appointed John Axworthy as a managing director in its financial services practice, based in London. Mr. Axworthy will lead the investment banking effort within the practice. “Expanding our financial services executive search capabilities in Europe with a focus on investment banking organizations will enable us to provide greater
Pinstripe Adds Former Starbucks HR Exec
Pinstripe, Inc., a human resources and recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) company, has added Angela Calkins as senior vice president of global client services. Ms. Calkins was previously the director of global talent acquisition for Starbucks Coffee Company where she led the talent acquisition team for the 160,000-employee global organization. “Angi led the global talent acquisition
Confidence Among Executive Recruiters Continues to Climb
Confidence among executive recruiters continues to climb as an increase in management recruiting activity confirms that more companies are thinking about growth in 2011 and more business leaders are poised to explore their career options, according to the results of ExecuNet's Recruiter Confidence Index (RCI). In January, the index revealed that 75 percent of 188
Phillips Oppenheim Finds CEO for ASF
New York City-headquartered Phillips Oppenheim has recruited Henry L. Berman as chief executive officer of the Association of Small Foundations (ASF). Mr. Berman previously served as president and co-trustee of The Edith Glick Shoolman Children’s Foundation. ASF is a membership organization for donors, trustees, employees and consultants of foundations that have few or no staff.
StepStone Solutions Selected by Belgium-Based KNAUF
StepStone, a London-based provider of human capital management solutions, has provided Knauf Insulation with a complete e-recruitment platform to handle its recruitment processes. StepStone Solutions Talent Acquisition was selected by Knauf Insulation to help it improve its recruitment process with more efficient candidate communications and lower administrative effort. “Knauf Insulation adds to our already strong
Kinsey Allen Opens San Francisco Office
U.K.-based executive search firm Kinsey Allen International has launched its San Francisco practice with the addition of DiAnn Ferguson. Ms. Ferguson will concentrate on mandates within the asset management sector on the West Coast of the U.S. “Launching a division in California is the natural next step in unifying our businesses across the U.S. and
CPS Human Resource Services Tapped by Sacramento
Executive recruiter CPS Human Resource Services (CPS) has been retained to for a nationwide search for the next city manager of Sacramento. In addition, they will be looking for an executive director for the newly created agency, Sacramento Steps Forward. “Each of our searches is done with a high level of professionalism and client collaboration,”
Curran Partners Places Gartner Exec at EDR
Executive search firm Curran Partners has placed James B. Stanton as vice president of products and marketing at Environmental Data Resources (EDR). Mr. Stanton was previously vice president of marketing for Gartner. Environmental Data is a wholly-owned subsidiary of DMG Information, Inc., a business information division of Daily Mail and General Trust, plc. Curran Partners
Experience, Inc. Launches Proactive Post
Experience, Inc., a provider of career matching services, has launched a new product Proactive Post to help companies find entry-level candidates based on specific employer requirements, including geographic location, undergraduate major, job experience, diversity requirements, leadership ability and GPA. "Proactive Post allows an employer to develop and handpick talent in real-time from our database. This
