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Kincannon & Reed Places CEO at Southwest Iowa Renewable Energy
Kincannon & Reed, which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has placed Eric Fobes as the new CEO of Southwest Iowa Renewable Energy (SIRE). Jon Leafstedt and Patrick Fitzgerald, principals with Kincannon & Reed, conducted a nationwide search for SIRE. Current CEO Mike Jerke will retire at the end of 2025 after seven
Daversa Partners Appoints Partner
Daversa Partners, which helps build leadership teams for growth and venture-backed companies, has named Brian Warager as partner. “Brian’s work is redefining what it means to recruit for the frontier,” said Paul Daversa, CEO of Daversa. “He has an exceptional ability to identify leaders who thrive where technology meets mission – whether that’s securing our national defense, advancing the
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.
Kaye/Bassman Completes Top Search for Vornado Realty Trust
Plano, TX-based executive search firm Kaye/Bassman International (KBIC), a Starfish Partners company, has recruited Elisa Young as executive vice president, head of retail leasing at Vornado Realty Trust, one of the most prominent owners and managers of commercial real estate in Manhattan. Managing partner Scott Huey led the assignment. For Huey and Kaye/Bassman, this placement underscores the importance of specialized executive
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?
Leathwaite Continues Partnership with St Marylebone School
London-based executive search firm Leathwaite is continuing its long-standing partnership with St Marylebone School in London, supporting students as they prepare for the next stages of their academic and professional journeys. The firm said the program is part of its community engagement efforts and reflects its commitment to social mobility and widening access to opportunity. St
Hunt Scanlon Media and Simsola AI Launch Survey on the Last Mile of Executive Search
Executive search firms are under growing pressure to bring greater consistency and transparency to how finalists are evaluated and recommendations are made. As AI and new technology move deeper into the search process, firms are also rethinking how interview feedback is captured, how candidates are compared, and where experienced consultant judgment should carry the most
Investigative Diligence Moves Earlier in Executive Search
Executive hiring decisions increasingly carry reputational, financial, and governance consequences that extend well beyond a candidate’s resume. As a result, boards, investors, and search committees are placing greater emphasis on understanding the broader context behind an executive’s track record before making a final decision. That shift is giving investigative diligence a more prominent role in
Carpenter Legal Search Recruits General Counsel for Spirax Group’s Electric Thermal Solutions Division
Carpenter Legal Search, Inc. has recruited Matthew Simonds as general counsel of the Electric Thermal Solutions (ETS) division of Spirax Group, a global industrial engineering company. “Matt stood out throughout the search process because of his combination of legal sophistication, strong business judgment, and ability to serve as a true strategic partner to leadership,” said Lori Carpenter,
Kincannon & Reed Assists Stokes Seeds with Chief Commercial Officer Search
Kincannon & Reed (K&R), which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has helped to recruit Andy Paston as chief commercial officer of Stokes Seeds, a leading North American supplier of vegetable seed serving commercial growers across the United States and Canada. “Andy brings a strong combination of agricultural expertise and commercial leadership,”
Chartwell Partners Recruits President and CEO for Eagle Bancorp
Dallas, TX-based executive search firm Chartwell Partners has assisted in the recruitment of Stephen Curley as president and chief executive officer of Eagle Bancorp, Inc., the Bethesda-based holding company for EagleBank, one of the largest community banks in the Washington, D.C. area. The appointment followed an extensive board evaluation and search of internal and external candidates.
Egon Zehnder Examines the Great AI Divide Reshaping Private Equity Leadership
Private equity firms are moving quickly to determine where AI can create the greatest advantage across portfolio operations and investment strategy. As adoption accelerates, firms are rethinking what kind of AI leadership they need and where those roles should sit. That shift is beginning to reshape talent strategies across the PE market. Over the past
DHR Global Acquires Life Sciences-Focused Discovery Search Partners
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has acquired Discovery Search Partners, a retained executive search firm focused on the life sciences industry. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Bill O’Callaghan of Discovery Search Partners will join DHR as managing partner and Don Evans will join as partner, while Brian Evans will help build out the life sciences vertical
The Lancer Group Recruits CHRO for Liquidity Services
La Jolla, CA-headquartered search firm The Lancer Group recently assisted in the recruitment of Karen Fascenda as chief human resources officer of NASDAQ-traded Liquidity Services. Chairman and CEO Bill Angrick highlighted Ms. Fascenda’s strong track record of aligning talent strategies with business growth. Ms. Fascenda, in turn, described Liquidity Services as a proven market leader with significant
SearchWide Global Recruits Chief Sales Officer for the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp
SearchWide Global has placed Cahal Mowery as chief sales officer of the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp (NCVC). Kellie Henderson, global head of destinations, led the assignment. “Cahal brings the experience, leadership and energy we need to continue Nashville’s success as a leading meetings, group and events destination,” said Deana Ivey, president and CEO. “His work in
Riviera Partners Expands in APAC Region
San Francisco-based Riviera Partners, a recruitment provider specializing in C-level engineering, product, and design leader placements, has expanded it the APAC region with the addition of Gaurav Dev Burman as a partner based in Bengaluru. In this role, Gaurav will advise boards, CEOs and investors on technology leadership searches across India and the APAC region. “Gaurav
Standing on the Shoulders of the CHRO: Shaping the Modern Workforce Era
As organizations confront rapid technological change, workforce disruption, and mounting pressure to build stronger leadership pipelines, the role of the chief human resources officer continues to expand. Today’s CHRO is expected to help shape business strategy, guide organizational transformation, and ensure companies develop the talent, culture, and leadership needed for long-term success. At the same
Resource Management Group Assists U.S. Oral Surgery Management with CFO Search
Resource Management Group (RMG), an executive search firm specializing in CFO placements, recently helped to recruit Jennifer L. Ellis as CFO of private-equity backed U.S. Oral Surgery Management (USOSM). “Congratulations to Jennifer Ellis on her appointment as chief financial officer at US Oral Surgery Management,” RMG said in a LinkedIn post. “Thank you to Doug Drew,
RH Perry & Associates Seeking CFO for Metropolitan Community College
RH Perry & Associates has been retained by Metropolitan Community College, Kansas City, Missouri (MCCKC) to lead in its search for a new CFO. The assignment is being led by senior consultant Joanne Bashford and Paul G. Doeg, president and chief operating officer. The CFO provides strategic leadership and executive oversight for the College’s financial stewardship, long-range planning,
Heidrick & Struggles Launches Performance Culture
Heidrick & Struggles recently launched Performance Culture, a new solution that integrates the firm’s existing culture shaping capabilities with the purpose-driven transformation expertise of businessfourzero, the next-generation consultancy acquired by Heidrick in 2023. “Today’s leaders are simultaneously navigating AI-driven transformation, margin pressure, and the need to build more agile organizations in an increasingly uncertain environment,”
The International Executive Search Federation Elects First Woman President
The International Executive Search Federation (IESF) has elected Adelina Rosca, managing partner of Rosman Talent Solutions (RosMinds), as president of its global network. She became the first woman and the first leader from Eastern Europe to lead the organization since its establishment in 2002. Ms. Rosca takes over this month from Gertjan van de Groep of
The Hidden Cost of Getting the CEO Decision Wrong
Russell Reynolds Associates’ latest report, The CEO Decision: How PE Investors Select and Reassess Leaders from Entry to Exit, puts numbers behind one of private equity’s most important human capital questions: how much does the CEO decision matter to investment performance? The answer is significant. Russell Reynolds Associates notes that top-quintile portfolio company CEOs generate
DSG Global Retained by Ronald McDonald House for Inaugural Global Chief Financial & Administrative Officer Search
DSG Global has been retained by Ronald McDonald House to recruit its inaugural global chief financial & administrative officer (CFAO). The search is being led by Cheryl Stevens and Claire Hunt. This executive will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a global System spanning 250 Chapters across 61 countries and regions. This newly expanded
Isaacson, Miller Tapped by Dartmouth College for CIO Search
Boston-based Isaacson, Miller has been retained by Dartmouth College to lead in its search for a chief information officer. Becca Kennedy is leading this search with Kristen Andersen and Ryan Smillie. The CIO will oversee enterprise technology, cybersecurity, research computing, enterprise systems, and business transformation while providing strategic guidance on technology governance, resource allocation, operational resilience, and emerging
Calibre One Names Co-Leader of Global Real Estate Practice
New York City-based Calibre One has named Rebecca Wilson as a partner in the firm’s financial services practice. Based in New York, she will also co-lead the global real estate practice alongside managing partner David Schumer. “Rebecca combines decades of senior experience in financial services with a strategic consultant’s perspective and a proven track record
Amplified People Group Acquires Higher
Amplified People Group, the people services specialist that supports technology companies from inception to initial public offering (IPO), has acquired Higher, the executive search firm that specializes in AI and engineering leadership hires. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. The acquisition addresses the pressing demand for AI talent and brings more specialized expertise into
Unlocking Competitive Advantage with Interim Executives
In today’s dynamic economic environment, both investor-backed and public companies are reconsidering how they add senior talent. “In my 15+ years of experience in the interim space, I’m now seeing a significant shift: companies are increasingly embracing senior interim or fractional executives not just as a temporary fix, but as a strategic alternative or complement
AGB Search Retained by Elizabethtown College to Find New President
Washington, D.C.-based recruitment firm AGB Search has been retained by Elizabethtown College (Etown) to lead in its search for its 17th president. Melissa K. Trotta and Matthew J. Kilcoyne are leading the assignment. Current president Betty Rider will be retiring on June 30, 2027. The board of trustees is committed to conducting a thorough, inclusive, and forward-looking search that reflects the
BroadView Talent Partners Recruits CFO for Community Shelter Board
BroadView Talent Partners has placed Adrinia Woods as the new CFO of CSB (Community Shelter Board). Christie Angel, Steven Hatchett, Marshawna Williams, and Donna Young led the assignment. “Adrinia distinguished herself with a unique combination of strategic financial leadership, a track record of driving organizational growth and a collaborative approach to building strong partnerships,” BroadView Talent Partners said in a LinkedIn
Coulter Partners Strengthens Global Leadership Team
Life sciences recruiting specialist Coulter Partners has expanded with the additions of Carlos Gómez-Arnau, Doug Roberts, and Stuart Penney as client partners. “These strategic hires further strengthen the firm’s international presence and reinforce its commitment to supporting clients across key healthcare, life sciences, and biotechnology markets,” Coulter Partners said. The appointments expand Coulter Partners’ capabilities across Europe and North
Empowering Middle Managers: The Keystone of Cultural Transformation
In a rapidly evolving business landscape, the key to instilling lasting organizational change lies with your middle managers. Middle managers are one of the critical leverage points for an organization’s culture. “As the conduit between executive leadership and frontline staff, middle managers—or any leader working between executive leadership and frontline staff—can be a real asset
Ferneborg Group Completes Search for California Agricultural Leadership Foundation
Executive search firm The Ferneborg Group has recruited Richard W. Vorpe as director of development for The California Agricultural Leadership Foundation. The California Agricultural Leadership Foundation provides an advanced leadership development experience for emerging agricultural leaders. Based in San Mateo, Ferneborg Group provides executive search services for the technology, digital entertainment, internet services, media, consumer
Dillistone Posts 16 Percent Revenue Gain
Dillistone Systems, a global supplier of software for executive recruiters, has posted 2010 year-end revenues of £4.3m, a 16 percent gain with non recurring revenues up 31 percent. The company recorded operating profits of £1.2m up nine percent. “Dillistone has made excellent progress in 2010 despite the broader economic uncertainty. We have grown the client
TRANSEARCH’S Snowdon Tate Adds to London Office
Matthew Dallisson has joined Snowdon Tate, a TRANSEARCH member in London, as senior consultant. Mr. Dallisson will help to build the firm’s capability in the consumer products and services practice. He was previously with Highfield Human Solutions, an executive search firm, where he focused initially on sales and marketing positions for consumer products manufacturers. Mr.
Leaders Trust International Expands in Paris
Executive search firm Leaders Trust International has added Laurence Maheo in Paris as a consultant and will concentrate within the technology, media and telecommunications sectors. Ms. Maheo began her search career with Heidrick & Struggles in Paris in 1997 as a senior associate in the firm’s international technology practice. Prior to joining Leaders Trust, she
LongFellow Benefits Launches New HR Service
Boston-based Longfellow Benefits has opened Longfellow HR Services, a division designed to compliment Insight Performance, an HR development firm. Longfellow's consultants can access HR Services on behalf of their clients to answer questions and offer guidance on virtually any HR topic including compensation, compliance, employee relations, staffing, and performance management. “Even employers with the most
Russell Reynolds Associates to Lead CEO Search for El Camino Hospital
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has been retained by El Camino Hospital to lead its search for a new chief executive. The search committee for a new head of the Mountain View-based, 542-bed nonprofit hospital is being led by Dr. Patricia Einarson and includes incoming board -chairman John Zoglin. With 39
Ultimate Software Selected by Concord Hospitality
Ultimate Software, a provider of unified human capital management SaaS solutions for global businesses, has announced that that Concord Hospitality Enterprises Company has selected the UltiPro platform for its human capital management needs. With more than 3,500 employees, Concord operates its hotels and resorts under such well-known brands as Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, Starwood, and Choice
HornbyChapman Names Head of Singapore Operations
HornbyChapman Ltd. has named Liz Cleary as managing director of Asia and head of its Singapore operations. Ms. Cleary will have pan-Asian responsibility for business development, client retention, market research and expansion. She formerly spent 10 years with Zurich Financial Services, where she was responsible for developing and implementing the people dimensions of the business
Diversified Search Assigns New Vice Chairman
Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson has added Joseph A. Frick, former president and CEO of Independence Blue Cross (IBC), as vice chairman and managing partner. Before joining IBC, Mr. Frick served as vice president of HR at Philadelphia Newspapers, Inc. (PNI), which publishes The Philadelphia Inquirer and the Philadelphia Daily News. "Having worked closely with Joe
DirectEmployers Creates Job Matching Program for Veterans
DirectEmployers Association, a non-profit consortium of over 600 leading U.S. employers, has announced an online program to assist transitioning military personnel in all branches of our armed forces, their spouses, dependents, and caregivers in finding employment. The program will provide military personnel and their dependents access to more than 860,000 employment opportunities from over 90,000
Futurestep Taps New Head for North American Business
Futurestep, a Korn/Ferry International company that provides talent acquisition solutions, has appointed William Sebra as president of its North American business. Mr. Sebra will be responsible for growing the company's Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO), consulting and retained search services across the U.S. and Canada. He joins Futurestep from RiseSmart, prior to that he was formerly
Storbeck/Pimentel Places President at Colorado College
Executive search firm Storbeck/Pimentel & Associates has placed Jill Tiefenthaler, provost and professor of economics at Wake Forest University, as the 13th president of Colorado College. The nationwide search was also conducted by a presidential search committee that included trustees, alumni, faculty, staff and students. Colorado College is a nationally prominent, four-year liberal arts college
Robert Walters Launches New Legal Recuitment Team for Financial Services
Robert Walters PLC, a Japan-based international recruitment firm, has launched its new legal team which will service the specialist recruitment needs of both top international and domestic law firms, as well as in-house positions across industry. Following the market crisis, many financial services companies have found themselves balancing the requirements of local regulatory authorities and
Amrop Adds Managing Partner in Mexico
Global executive search firm Amrop’s Seeliger y Conde in Mexico has appointed Felipe Rivelles as managing partner. Based in Mexico City, Mr. Rivelles is a sales & marketing executive with 21 years of experience in key positions at Johnson & Johnson, Kellogg’s, Sara Lee Apparel, Campbell’s and other multinational consumer products companies. With 89 offices
Major, Lindsey & Africa Completes Search
Search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa has placed Christane Sheehan as director of administration in the New York office of Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP. The search was led by Melanie Bennet, global practice leader of MLA’s law firm management practice, and Scott Kessler, managing director in the law firm management practice. “Chris brings to
Monster and American Express Create Small Business Resource Center
Monster has introduced a small business resource center in collaboration with American Express. The goal of the center is to better equip small business owners with guidance and cost effective solutions for staffing and managing their enterprises. “In this collaboration American Express OPEN and Monster are uniting around a common goal: To support small business
RSR Partners Appoints Managing Director
RSR Partners, a corporate governance and executive search firm based in Greenwich, Conn., has added Brad McLane as managing director and co-head of the firm's marketing, consumer and hospitality practices. He will also lead the firm's Chicago office. "Over the years, certain professionals have emerged as leaders in our business. Brad is certainly in that
Sheffield Haworth Adds Consultant to Asia Pacific Legal & Compliance Practice
London-based Sheffield Haworth has named Katherine Holden as a senior consultant in its Asia Pacific legal & compliance search practice. Ms. Holden will be responsible for providing executive search across law firms and legal in-house positions at investment banks, private equity houses and hedge funds across the Asia Pacific region She has worked in legal
Employee Confidence Dips in March
The SFN Group Employee Confidence Index has decreased 2.2 points to 51.4 in March. The Index, which measures workers' confidence in their personal employment situation and optimism in the economic environment, reveals a dip in overall confidence among workers, specifically in regards to confidence in the strength of the economy. Twenty-four percent of U.S. workers
The Judge Group Expands San Francisco Operations
The Judge Group, a provider recruiting services, has hired Tanya Samuels as director of IT staffing in the San Francisco market. Ms. Samuels has over 15 years of sales experience within the staffing and human capital solutions industry. She previously was with recruiting company Robert Half International. “Tanya has been a stellar performer in IT
Lonergan Partners Place CEO at Buzzlogic
Executive search firm Lonergan Partners has placed Dave Hills as chief executive officer at BuzzLogic. The search was co-led by David Madden and Ben Anderson. Prior to joining BuzzLogic, Mr. Hills was a general partner with KPG Ventures. “Social media engagement is growing exponentially. BuzzLogic has the right platform in place to leverage this phenomenon
Boyden Adds To Firm’s U.k. Board
Boyden Global Executive Search has added Betty Thayer to the board of the firm’s U.K. office as a non-executive director. Ms. Thayer is well known in the international search and selection community as a top expert on the non-executive position and transition coaching of senior executives. She founded and served as deputy chair and CEO
Sucherman Consulting Group Expands Team
Sucherman Consulting Group Inc., a management consulting and executive search firm in the media and entertainment industries, has added Amy Entelis to the senior management team as executive vice president, talent strategy. Ms. Entelis will leverage her expertise as a manager of broadcasting talent (on-air and behind the scenes) to open new lines of business
IIC Partners’ Palson Consulting Re-Opens in Japan
IIC Partners has announced that Palson Consulting Co. has re-opened its office Japan. Palson’s president Koichi Sakamoto said aftershocks were still common in the city and travel was challenging, with some journeys taking four times longer than usual. However, despite some power cuts, Tokyo’s communications infrastructure was returning to normal. “Many Japanese companies have been
Peopleclick Authoria Purchases Acquire Solutions
Peopleclick Authoria, a provider of talent acquisition and talent management solutions, has purchased Aquire Solutions, Inc., a global leader in workforce planning and analytics solutions. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. This transaction unites a company offering an integrated talent management suite with new workforce planning and analytics solutions available in the market. “With
CareerCast.com/JobSerf Employment Index Reaches Highest Level Since 2008
The CareerCast.com/JobSerf Employment Index, which measures managerial recruitment activity online, rose to its highest level since January 2008, reaching 109.5 points, a 5.2 point gain over last month and a 65.4 point gain over March 2009. “It is heartening to see sustained hiring activity over the past few months,” said Jay Martin, COO, JobSerf. “There
Spencer Stuart To Lead Ceo Search For Breeder’s Cup
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been selected by The Breeder's Cup to lead the search for the new chief executive officer. The new recruit will replace Greg Avioli, who resigned earlier this month to manage Frank Stronach's racetracks. Spencer Stuart is an executive search firm with 51 offices in 27 countries.
The Jacobson Group Partners with ejsSearch
The Jacobson Group, a Chicago-based human capital services firm serving the insurance, healthcare and financial services industries, has partnered with ejsSearch, a London-based firm focused on executive-level assignments in the U.K., Europe, and internationally. ejsSearch is a boutique firm specializing in the insurance industry. “This relationship not only expands the breadth of our network beyond
Crist|Kolder to Lead CFO Search for the Toro Company
Executive search firm Crist Kolder Associates has been retained by The Toro Company to lead in its search for a new chief financial officer. Steve Wolfe, the current vice president of finance and CFO, plans to retire after 27 years with the company. The Toro Company is a worldwide provider of turf and landscape maintenance
Diversified Search Adds Managing Director in Philadelphia
Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson has added Daniel W. Hobbs as managing director located in its Philadelphia office. Mr. Hobbs joins Diversified from Korn/Ferry International, where he was a client partner within the global industrial practice working extensively with C-suite executives and board members at prominent industrial products and services companies. “Dan's executive search experience and
Heidrick & Struggles Names Global Managing Director
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has named Dave Winston as global managing partner of the firm's aerospace, defense and aviation practice. Mr. Winston, who joined Heidrick & Struggles in 2005 with the acquisition of Highland Partners, will also lead the firm's Dallas office as partner-in-charge. "I'm thrilled to have this opportunity to
