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Avant Executive Search & Talent Advisory Adds Partner
Avant Executive Search & Talent Advisory recently expanded with the addition of Kristin Fry as a partner. In her new role, she will work with managing partner Sonia Prais, focusing on expanding the firm’s executive search capabilities in the retail sector. “We are thrilled to announce that Kristin Fry has joined the Avant Executive Search
Leathwaite Appoints New Partner
London-based executive search firm Leathwaite has named Tim Dunn as a partner, based between New York and Philadelphia. “Tim brings deep experience and a strong track record of building world-class leadership teams in the high-pressure, high-growth portfolio company environments where our private equity clients invest,” said Hypatia Kingsley, president of the Americas. “His arrival adds tremendous horsepower
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.
Kincannon & Reed Places Executive Director for the Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association
Kincannon & Reed (K&R), which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has assisted in the recruitment of Patrick Carney as the new executive director of the Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association. Dave Smith stepped down from his executive role after leading the association for more than 30 years. “Patrick pairs dairy industry knowledge with
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?
Noto Group Expands Global Consumer Practice
Portland, OR-headquartered executive search firm Noto Group has expanded with the additions of Kirsty Schofield and Cody Johns as senior partners in its global consumer practice. “Cody and Kirsty bring highly complementary experience, deep consumer sector expertise, and a genuine connection to how we work,” said Sara Spirko, managing partner of Noto Group. “Both understand that finding
millionways Brings a New Behavioral Intelligence Lever to Executive Recruiters
Hunt Scanlon Ventures this week completed its investment in millionways, a New York-headquartered company that builds a behavioral intelligence layer of AI for human agent workforces, utilizing a proprietary Large Psychology Model called Thorsten-4. The platform focuses on understanding human signals, motives, and behavior patterns, with applications used across AI governance, executive hiring, talent management,
AI Governance Jobs Platform Builds Early Momentum Through Privacy-First Model
AI-Governance-Jobs.com, operated by GRC Careers LLC and led by founder and CEO F. Jay Hall, has built its model combining specialized career content, organic search visibility, and privacy-focused architecture. The company’s latest executive summary reports 134,499 organic impressions over a recent 28-day period, achieved roughly three months after launch — without advertising. As demand grows
Blue Rock Human Capital Assists Linfield University with the Recruitment of Dean of the School of Business
Blue Rock Human Capital has helped to recruit Isaac Wanasika as the new dean of the School of Business at Linfield University. “Blue Rock Human Capital was pleased to work with Linfield University to identify their new dean of the School of Business,” said Jacquelyn Elliot, president and COO of Blue Rock Human Capital. “Today’s higher
CIO Partners Leading Cybersecurity Search for Flexsteel Industries
CIO Partners was recently retained by Flexsteel Industries in Dubuque, IA, to lead in its search for director of cybersecurity. This role partners closely with IT, executive leadership, legal, compliance, operations, and external security partners to reduce cyber risk, strengthen business resilience, and ensure the organization is prepared to prevent, detect, respond to, and recover
Pacific International Launches Leadership Coaching and Onboarding Service
London-headquartered executive search firm Pacific International Executive Search has launched its new leadership coaching & onboarding service. This will support senior leaders through the highest-stakes moments of their careers. “The first months in a new leadership role, a step-change in scope, the pressures of C-suite leadership – these are just a few examples where an experienced coach can turn potential into value faster
Leveraging AI to Drive Business Development in Executive Search
AI is beginning to reshape how executive search firms approach business development, moving the process beyond traditional account lists and periodic outreach toward more continuous market intelligence. By helping recruiters identify meaningful changes across companies, leadership teams, and professional networks, AI is creating new opportunities to engage clients with greater relevance and better timing. The
Korn Ferry Retained by Convergence for CEO Search
Korn Ferry has been retained by Convergence to lead in its search for a new CEO. Joan Larrea will retire as CEO in early 2027 after more than a decade of leadership. Since inception, Ms. Larrea has led the organization through a decade of significant growth, helping establish Convergence as the world’s leading authority on
St. Olaf College Taps Brettschneider Executive Search for Chief Information Officer Search
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been selected by St. Olaf College to lead in its search for chief information officer. St. Olaf seeks a values-forward, innovative CIO. The next CIO of St. Olaf College will serve as a trusted advisor to the provost, president, and president’s leadership team on the role of information and library resources
Boyden Seeking CEO for Creative BC
Boyden has been retained by Creative BC in Vancouver, British Columbia to lead in its search for a new CEO. Reporting to the board of directors, the CEO will provide strategic and operational leadership to an organization that sits at the center of British Columbia’s creative economy. The CEO will lead the execution of Creative BC’s mandate
Signium Expands in Belgium
Executive search consortium Signium has expanded with the addition of Valérie Schmitt to its Belgium team as leadership consulting partner. “She will support executive leaders and teams at pivotal moments, helping them navigate change and succeed in complex environments,” Signium said. “Drawing on more than 25 years in senior corporate roles, Valérie brings first-hand experience of the challenges
How AI Is Reshaping Executive Assessment and Leadership Development
As organizations look for better ways to evaluate leadership potential, attention is shifting beyond experience and credentials toward how executives actually think, communicate, make decisions, and respond under pressure. AI is creating new ways to analyze those behaviors at scale, giving executive search firms and their clients additional evidence when assessing qualities such as judgment,
Caldwell Assists the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority with the Recruitment of President for the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project
Toronto-based Caldwell has assisted the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority with the recruitment of Cheryl Nelms as president of the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project. Her appointment follows a competitive international executive recruitment process. The search was led by Drew Railton, Lucy Antrobus, and Vicky O’Connor. “With more than 25 years of experience delivering complex infrastructure projects across Canada, Cheryl brings
TOC Arts Partners Fills Key Position for Film at Lincoln Center
New York City-based TOC Arts Partners has helped to recruit Trent Anderson as vice president of development of Film at Lincoln Center (FLC). This follows an extensive national search led by senior strategist, Brenna Thomas. “Throughout the search process, Trent distinguished himself with his strategic vision, fundraising expertise, and thoughtful leadership,” said Daniel Battsek, president of Film
True Launches Forensic Referencing Offering
Global executive talent platform True has launched True Forensic Referencing, a new executive intelligence capability designed to help investors, boards, and executive teams make more informed leadership decisions before high-stakes investments, new business relationships, and governance milestones. The firm named Christopher Jaros as partner to build and lead the offering. This expands True’s executive intelligence platform, complementing the firm’s executive
Long Ridge Partners Appoints Director
New York City-based Long Ridge Partners has named Chrissie Shin as director. “Please join us in congratulating Chrissie Shin on her promotion to director,” Long Ridge Partners said in a LinkedIn post. “Chrissie’s expertise, dedication, and leadership have made her an invaluable member of the Long Ridge team. This well-earned promotion reflects the impact she’s made across
Navigating the Search for Tomorrow’s HBCU Leaders
Leadership searches at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) are becoming increasingly complex as boards weigh institutional legacy against rapidly changing demands on presidents. Executive search firms are being asked to identify candidates who can balance mission, financial stewardship, fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and long-term strategy while navigating a more uncertain higher education environment. For HBCUs,
Egon Zehnder Called in by CAAT Pension Plan for CEO Search
Leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder has been selected by the board of trustees of CAAT Pension Plan to lead in its search for its next chief executive officer. This follows the departure of longtime CEO and plan manager Derek Dobson, who recently resigned. The search will focus on leaders who can combine strategic vision with operational discipline,
The National Airlines Council of Canada Retains Odgers to Lead Search for CEO
Odgers was recently retained by the National Airlines Council of Canada (NACC) to lead in its search for a new president and CEO. Jeff Morrison has informed the board of his intention to retire. He will continue to lead the association until a successor is appointed to ensure a seamless transition of leadership. To support the
PierceGray Expands Staff with New Vice President
PierceGray has expanded with the addition of Kara Hennessey as vice president in the firm’s finance practice. She will be based in the New York office. “PierceGray is excited to welcome Kara Hennessey to the team as our newest vice president,” the firm said in a LinkedIn post. “Kara brings almost 10 years of executive search
The ExeQfind Group Forms Alliance with Aspire HR Consultants
The ExeQfind Group has formed a strategic partnership with Aspire HR Consultants – Middle East, an executive search and leadership advisory firm covering the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) from offices across Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar. “Partnering with Aspire HR Consultants represents a significant step in strengthening our international capabilities,” said Warren
Private Equity Faces Growing Leadership Succession Risks
Private equity firms are placing greater emphasis on leadership planning as talent availability becomes an increasingly important factor in value creation. For executive search firms, that shift is expanding the mandate beyond filling immediate vacancies to helping sponsors identify succession risks, build deeper leadership pipelines, and prepare portfolio companies for transition well before a critical
Cook Silverman Search Tapped by EPACANDO to Help Find New Executive Director
Greenbrae, CA-based Cook Silverman Search was recently retained by East Palo Alto Community Alliance and Neighborhood Development Organization (EPACANDO) to lead in its search for a new executive director. Current executive director Duane Bay is planning to retire. The non-profit seeks an experienced, community-centered executive director to lead the organization into its next chapter: Building the capacity
RH Perry & Associates Retained by Skagit Valley College for President Search
RH Perry & Associates has been selected by Skagit Valley College (SVC) to lead in its search for a new president. The assignment is being led by senior consultant Sue DeWine and and Paul G. Doeg, president and chief operating officer. The president will strengthen the College’s ‘One College’ approach by enhancing coordination across the Mount Vernon and Whidbey
Modern Executive Solutions Names Managing Director
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Matheus Furlan as managing director. “Matheus brings a global perspective to leadership development, with experience helping executives and teams navigate change, build self-awareness, and lead more effectively across cultures and business contexts,” Modern said in a LinkedIn post. “His background as a master coach, facilitator,
A Look at How to Attract and Retain Gen Z Talent
As the workforce continues to evolve, organizations are facing a new challenge – how to attract and retain the young and upcoming generation, known as Gen Z, with the end goal of filling senior-level positions with professional, experienced leaders. This tech-savvy, ambitious, and socially conscious generation is poised to make a significant impact, but tapping
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
eQuest Partners with Beyond
Job posting distribution and job posting management provider eQuest, has partnered with Beyond.com, Inc., a network of niche career communities. This continues eQuest's expansion plans to provide its users exclusive job posting venues in the arenas of compliance and out-reach. “It is essential for corporations to reach the widest assortment of backgrounds, ethnicities, religions, genders,
Heidrick & Struggles Expands HR Practice
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has named Jeannie Finkel as a partner in its financial services and chief human resources officer (CHRO) practices based out of Los Angeles. Mr. Finkel comes to the firm from Trust Company of the West, an asset management firm based in Los Angeles, where she served as
Tatum Selects New President
Recruiting giant SFN Group has appointed Karen Ferguson Macleod as president of its executive services division, Tatum LLC. Ms. Ferguson Macleod will drive an accelerated growth strategy and leverage synergies between Tatum and other SFN Group professional services businesses ― Mergis, Technisource and SourceRight Solutions. The combination of these divisions offers clients a range of
Atterro Human Capital Group Adds Hostess EVP of HR to Board
Atterro Human Capital Group, a provider of diversified human capital services, has added David A. Loeser, executive vice president human resources of Hostess Brands, Inc., to the company’s board. Mr. Loeser brings to Atterro over 25 years of experience in various executive leadership roles throughout a wide range of industries with global organizations. “In our
Spencer Stuart to Lead Board Search for Fairholme Fund
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been selected by The Fairholme Fund to lead in a search for a new director to sit on its board. In a statement released by the company: “Spencer Stuart will oversee a process in which all shareholders can suggest director candidates, and in a few days will be establishing
Ceridian Launches InView Workforce Management Tool
Ceridian Corporation, a provider of managed human resource, recruiting solutions, and payroll outsourcing solutions, has partnered with Dayforce to launch the Ceridian InView Workforce Management solution. The platform delivers a seamless experience for clients across the entire spectrum of human capital management functions. “We’re delighted to partner with Dayforce to bring this innovative product to
Kincannon & Reed Fills Post for National Chicken Council
Kincannon & Reed Global Executive Search has added Janet Wightman as managing director, with a focus on the firm's Canadian market. Based in Regina, Saskatchewan, Ms. Wightman was previously a senior executive in the financial services industry with a focus on the agribusiness sector. Most recently, she was president and chief executive of Victoria Park
Russell Reynolds Grows Minneapolis/St. Paul Office
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has expanded the company's Minneapolis/St. Paul office with the appointment of John Schultz to the medical technology practice. In his new role, Mr. Schultz will leverage his expertise in medical technology innovation and commercialization to provide strategic counsel and senior-level executive search services to clients in
Creative Search Becomes AIMS International Sweden
Creative Search Sweden AB has changed its name to AIMS International Sweden. Creative Search Sweden AB was elected exclusive representative of AIMS International for Sweden in 1998 but kept the original name for different reasons for many years. The company Creative Search has offices in Stockholm and Malmö. “I am extremely happy by this move,”
IHStrategies Adds to MSA Executive Search Practice
Integrated Healthcare Strategies (IHStrategies), a healthcare human resource consulting firm with offices in Minneapolis and Kansas City, has added Rita Johnson as vice president in its MSA executive search practice. Ms. Johnson has 20 plus years experience placing top leadership positions in healthcare systems, hospitals, medical groups, and physician practices. She previoulsy owned her own
Eton Partners Retained by Consolidated-Tomoka Land for CEO Search
Atlanta-based executive search firm Eton Partners has been retained by Consolidated-Tomoka Land Co. to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. Current president and CEO, William H. McMunn, has announced his retirement. Consolidated-Tomoka Land Co. is a Florida-based company primarily engaged in converting company owned agricultural lands into a portfolio of net
Sonus Networks Hires Technology Officer
Sonus Networks, Inc./(NASDAQ:SONS), a provider of next generation IP-based network solutions, has hired Dr. Rajiv Laroia as senior vice president and chief technology officer. Dr. Laroia most recently served as SVP at QUALCOMM Incorporated.
Kincannon & Reed Fills Post For National Chicken Council
Kincannon & Reed Global Executive Search has placed Mike Brown as president of the National Chicken Council. Mr. Brown is currently senior vice president for legislative affairs of the American Meat Institute. “The search committee considered many qualified candidates before recommending Mike Brown's election to the NCC executive committee,” said Bernard Leonard, who is group
Cook Associates to Lead Search for Automotive CFO
Chicago-based Cook Associates Executive Search has been selected by Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. to lead in its search for a new chief financial officer. Colleen Hulce, managing director and head of the CFO practice, will head the assignment. Asbury Automotive Group, headquartered in Duluth, Georgia, a suburb of Atlanta, is one of the largest automotive
Goldbeck Recruiting Launches Finance & Accounting Division
Goldbeck Recruiting Inc., a Vancouver-based recruitment and executive search firm, has launched a new finance and accounting division. Karen Epp, finance and accounting recruiter, will head the operation, which will include permanent and contract placements of designated and non-designated professionals such as CGAs, CMAs, CPA, CFOs, directors of finance, controllers, and financial analysts. “We have
Barclay Meade Expands Staff
Recruiting firm Barclay Meade, part of the Machtech Group, has added six new recruiters to its team in London. Toby Beech and James Woolley join the firm’s procurement and supply chain team as lead consultant and as senior consultant. Rebecca Cooper joins Barclay Meade’s commerce and industry practice. Emma Womersley and Laura Deegan have been
Korn Ferry Fills Post for Teacher Retirement System
Korn/Ferry International has recruited Brian Guthrie as executive director at the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) of Texas. Austin-based TRS, the sixth largest public pension fund in the U.S., covers more than 1.3 million public education and higher education employees and retirees. Korn/Ferry International, based in Los Angeles and with a presence throughout the Americas, Asia
Kronos Continues Revenue Growth
Kronos Incorporated, a global provider of workforce management solutions, has posted first quarter of fiscal 2011 revenues of $176.4 million. Earnings before interest, tax, and amortization (EBITA) were approximately $36.8 million. “Our market presence continues to grow around the world, as evidenced by a 150 percent year-over-year increase in new customer contracts. We also experienced
Vivo Launches Recruiting Practice for Silicon Valley
Vivo, an IT consulting and staffing firm for Silicon Valley companies, has launched an executive search practice. Through an approach that blends an understanding of a client’s hiring needs with a strong network of IT executives, Vivo’s executive search consultants will connect top-tier IT talent with the Greater Bay Area and Silicon Valley companies. The
Major, Lindsey & Africa Appoints Global Practice Leader
Search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa has appointed Lawrence N. Mullman as global practice leader of the law firm practice group, an alliance of three practice groups that serve MLA’s law firm clients and candidates: partner practice group, associate practice group and law firm management practice group. Mr. Mullman is charged with building client relationships
Signium Celebrates 60 Years in Business
Signium International is celebrating 60 years of supporting companies to attract, retain and develop their top managerial talent. In 1951 Henry Wardwell Howell formed, in New York City, one of the first management consulting firms focused solely on senior level executive search, Ward Howell USA (today Signium International). In 1979 the international company was founded
Hudson Highland Group Records 20 Percent Revenue Climb
Hudson Highland Group, Inc./(NASDAQ:HHGP) has posted fourth quarter 2010 revenues of $219.1 million, a gain of 20 percent from $182.5 million for the fourth quarter of 2009. The recruiting company recorded net income of $1.2 million, or $0.04 per basic and diluted share, compared with net loss of $10.4 million, or $0.40 per basic and
ChampionScott Recruits President for Rosetta Stone
Executive search firm ChampionScott Partners has placed Helena Wong as president, International at Rosetta Stone. Ms. Wong was previously global president at Oregon Scientific, responsible for 35-plus countries worldwide. Rosetta Stone is a provider of technology-based language-learning solutions. ChampionScott Partners is an executive search firm focused on the technology industry and related sectors.
Janou Pakter Adds VP of Executive Search
Global executive search firm Janou Pakter, Inc. (JPI) has added Jenn Wolf as vice president of executive search in the firm’s New York office. Ms. Wolf will bring leadership to JPI’s team of consultants with a focus on the company’s fashion design and creative sectors. Specifically, she will lead the firm’s fashion, design, advertising, marketing,
Boyden Completes Search for UBS
Boyden Global Executive Search has placed Iris Sanguinetti as an executive director and senior financial advisor in the Miami office at UBS AG. Ms. Sanguinetti will be in charge of UBS business development for the Central American and Caribbean markets. Manuel Corsino, a managing director in Boyden global executive search’s Miami office, completed the search.
Monster and Yahoo! Ink Multicountry Alliance in Latin America
Monster Worldwide, Inc. has formed a strategic alliance across Latin America to bring career opportunities and resources to Yahoo! users, employers and millions of job-seekers in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Peru. With this announcement, Monster is now Yahoo!'s provider of career and job content in key markets across Latin America. “The alliance with
Pinton Forrest and Madden Names Associate Partner
Executive search firm Pinton Forrest and Madden has named Esther McGregor as an associate partner. Ms. McGregor has been in the executive search sector for over 10 years and provides exceptional search services to many senior progressive Canadian leaders and organizations. Founded in 1992, Pinton Forrest and Madden is a Canadian-based executive search that focuses
Taleo Records 33 Percent Revenue Increase
Taleo/(NASDAQ:TLEO), a provider of on demand talent management solutions, has posted fourth quarter 2010 revenues of $67.2 million, a 33 percent increase from $50.5 million during the same period a year ago. Fourth quarter loss per share was $0.02, compared to net income per fully diluted share of $0.13 a year ago. For the full
