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Myers McRae Assists Florida A&M Recruit 13th President
Macon, GA-based Myers McRae Executive Search and Consulting has assisted in the recruitment of Marva Johnson as the 13th president of Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU). Her selection followed a thorough presidential search, which narrowed the field to four highly qualified finalists. Kenny Daugherty and Brianna Douglas led the assignment. “Congratulations to Marva Johnson on her confirmation as the
Essenta Names Partner
London-headquartered Essenta Partners has expanded with the addition of James Kenyon as a partner. “James brings with him more than a decade of international consulting and leadership advisory experience, with a strong focus on the private equity sector,” said James Howells, founder and CEO of Essenta. “He has a well-established track record of working with
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.
Bell Oaks Executive Search Seeking Chief Finance and Administrative Officer for the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation
Atlanta-based Bell Oaks Executive Search is currently seeking a chief finance and administrative officer (CFAO) for the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation (WRF). The assignment is being led by partner Cynthia J. Moreland and senior search consultant Abi Gamino. The CFAO will serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and a key member of the 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?
Leadership Advisory Enters a New Capital Cycle
Private capital is making one of its strongest moves yet into the leadership advisory sector. Recent investments by KKR in ghSMART and Advent International in Heidrick & Struggles represent more than headline transactions. Together, they signal a growing conviction among investors that leadership advisory firms occupy a unique position within the modern enterprise, helping organizations navigate leadership succession, organizational effectiveness, talent assessment, and
Crist|Kolder Places CFO at Mondelēz International
Crist|Kolder Associates has placed Amit Banati as executive vice president and chief financial officer of NASDAQ-traded Mondelēz International in Chicago. He will report directly to Dirk Van de Put, chair and CEO, and will be a member of the Mondelēz International leadership team. “Amit is a highly experienced CFO who brings a strong blend of financial leadership
Why Searches Lose Discipline Late and How to Prevent It
Even well-run executive searches can lose focus as the process unfolds and pressure to reach a decision begins to mount. Without consistent alignment around the original mandate, organizations risk making compromises that can undermine long-term leadership success. Most executive searches start with real clarity, a recent report from Nashville, TN-based executive search firm Morgan Samuels Company’s
NPAG Assists Proteus Fund with CEO Search
Executive search firm NPAG has assisted in the recruitment of Amardeep Singh the new president and CEO of Proteus Fund and Proteus Action League. He will officially assume the role in September. The Proteus Fund board of directors selected Mr. Singh following a rigorous national search supported by NPAG. The search was led by Ellen LaPointe, Ebony Breaux-Liang, and Andres Marcuse-Gonzalez. “On
Bullhorn Names Chief Innovation and Labs Officer and Chief Corporate Development Officer
Recruiting software provider Bullhorn recently appointed Jason Heilman as chief innovation and labs officer and Ryan Murphy as chief corporate development officer. As members of the executive leadership team, they will help drive the company’s next wave of growth and innovation. Mr. Heilman joined Bullhorn in 2020 when the company acquired Herefish, the automation platform he led
5 Ways to Evaluate a Job Offer in 2026
In today’s hiring market, the strongest job offer isn’t always the one with the biggest paycheck. Candidates who treat their next move as a base-salary math problem usually leave real money behind, according to a recent report from Lyneer Search Group, an executive talent acquisition firm specializing in finance and executive roles. The smarter approach, and the
McDermott + Bull Recruits Chief Technology Officer for JenaValve Technology
Irvine, CA-based McDermott + Bull has placed Edward Sarnowski as chief technology officer of JenaValve Technology, Inc. in Irvine, CA. The search was completed by partner Ken Dropiewski, and executive recruiter Michael Matranga. “Ed’s appointment marks an important step in the evolution of JenaValve as a company,” said John Kilcoyne, CEO of JenaValve. “With FDA approval now behind us and
JDG Associates Retained by the Institute for Defense Analyses for General Counsel Search
Rockville, MD-based executive search firm JDG Associates has been retained by the Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) to lead its search for a general counsel based in Alexandria, VA. Reporting directly to the president and CEO, the general counsel serves as IDA’s chief legal officer and secretary of the Corporation, with responsibility spanning legal counsel and
Korn Ferry to Acquire AMS in $1.1 Billion Talent Solutions Deal
Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) has entered into a definitive agreement with OMERS Private Equity to acquire U.K.-headquartered AMS. The transaction will combine Korn Ferry’s expertise across search, talent & organizational solutions, and workforce solutions with AMS’s expertise in recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), early careers and campus recruiting, contingent workforce solutions, consulting, and skills creation. The combination will
CarterBaldwin Assists Ideal Tridon Group with Chief Information Officer Search
CarterBaldwin Executive Search has helped to recruit Shane Dacus as chief information officer of Ideal Tridon Group, a portfolio company of Nautic Partners and global provider of engineered clamps, brackets, fittings, and metal framing systems. Mr. Dacus brings more than 25 years of technology leadership across industrial, manufacturing, and PE-backed platforms, with a consistent record of elevating IT
Lindauer Recruits CEO for Penn State Alumni Association
Lindauer has placed Reggie Bustinza as associate vice president for alumni relations and chief executive officer of the Penn State Alumni Association. He was selected after a nationwide search to succeed Paul Clifford, who departed Penn State in January 2025. The search was led by Lindauer executive vice president Faith Montgomery and senior consultant Raegan Harvey in partnership with Penn State. “Lindauer
Why M&A Success Is Ultimately a Talent Challenge
In its latest market intelligence findings, The Role of HR in M&A: 5 Golden Rules for CHROs, Spencer Stuart argues that many transactions fail not because of flawed strategy, but because of shortcomings in leadership, culture, talent retention, and organizational execution. While financial and operational diligence often dominate deal planning, the firm’s research suggests that people-related
Greenwood Asher & Associates Leading Chief Marketing Officer Search for the College of Charleston
Miramar Beach, FL-based executive recruitment firm Greenwood Asher & Associates (GA&A) is currently seeking a chief marketing officer and vice president for marketing and communications for the College of Charleston. Kyle Pybus-Jerome and Jeremy Duff are leading the assignment. The College of Charleston seeks a strategic and innovative marketing executive to lead an integrated marketing and communications enterprise that
EMA Partners India Acquires Recruitment Process Outsourcing Services Provider Taggd
Executive search and leadership recruitment platform EMA Partners India has acquired recruitment process outsourcing services provider Taggd in an all-cash deal valued at Rs 113 crore. The all-cash acquisition aims to create an integrated talent recruitment platform offering executive search, professional search and AI-powered recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) solutions at scale. Taggd will continue to
NGS Global Expands in London
Wilmington, DE-headquartered executive search firm NGS Global has expanded with the additions of Daniel Yeates and George Balfour as managing directors in London. “Daniel and George are accomplished executive search professionals with deep expertise in the technology and digital sectors,” said David Nosal, chairman and managing partner. “They each bring outstanding client and candidate relationships built over decades
Leadership Challenges Intensify as Organizations Confront AI, Talent, and Economic Uncertainty
Organizations are operating in an increasingly complex environment where economic uncertainty, workforce challenges, AI adoption, and digital transformation are converging to reshape leadership priorities. Kestria’s second annual global leadership survey builds on the themes that emerged in last year’s research; highlighting how rapidly the leadership landscape continues to evolve. Based on responses from more than
Riviera Partners Acquires Lateral Labs
San Francisco-based Riviera Partners, a recruitment provider specializing in C-level engineering, product, and design leader placements, has acquired Lateral Labs, a specialized recruiting firm serving top AI startups. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. “The acquisition comes as companies remain challenged to meet the demand of organizational AI readiness,” the firm said. “Adding Lateral Labs positions Riviera Partners
Marovi Assists Congruex with CFO Search
Working in partnership with Atlanta-GA-based Marovi, Congruex, a provider of digital infrastructure engineering and construction services, appointed Jim Stanley as CFO. He reports to Congruex’s co-founder, president, and CEO, Kevin O’Hara. The appointment comes amid strong and sustained growth at Congruex as it plans to continue to capitalize on macro tailwinds, including AI and data center
Brettschneider Executive Search Seeking Inaugural SVP of Advancement for Wilmington University
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been retained by Wilmington University (WilmU) to lead in its search for an inaugural senior vice president of advancement to lead the University’s next phase of philanthropic growth. Reporting to WilmU president LaVerne Harmon, the SVP will partner closely with the president, board and University leaders to advance the University’s strategic
August Leadership Expands in London
August Leadership has expanded with the addition of Honor Pollok as a partner in London. Ms. Pollok brings over 20 years of executive search and leadership experience. She has led numerous high-profile placements in chair, non-executive director, CEO and the full spectrum of C-suite roles. Her search expertise spans key commercial, financial, creative, human resource, functional,
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Spotlight New Approach to Recruiter Training
As the executive search industry faces mounting pressure to improve performance and consistency, firms are increasingly reevaluating how recruiters are trained and developed. Hunt Scanlon and its HSiQ talent intelligence advisory unit recently launched a new Recruiter Performance Training Program designed to bring greater structure, commercial rigor, and scalability to recruiter development in an industry long driven by
Building Team Alignment in an Era of Continuous Change
Ask any team to describe its top strategic priorities and you will often get as many answers as there are people in the room. The problem is not that the strategy hasn’t been communicated, according to recent report from AIIR Consulting. “The problem is that it was communicated into an environment that has since shifted
Isaacson, Miller Helps Recruit 28th President for Texas A&M
Boston-based Isaacson, Miller has assisted in the recruitment of Susan Ballabina as the 28th president of Texas A&M. Andy Lee and Julie Filizetti, led search with Raul Bernal and Luciano Zuniga, and Madeline Fitzpatrick. The members of the Board of Regents conducted a national search that produced a strong pool of candidates. Dr. Ballabina emerged through that process based on her experience, her understanding of
BarkerGilmore Recruits General Counsel for American Credit Acceptance
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has placed Debra Noll as general counsel at American Credit Acceptance. The search was led by Stephen Bell and Alison Waters. “Deb is exceptionally well-positioned to support American Credit Acceptance as it continues to grow and adapt in a complex environment,” BarkerGilmore said in a LinkedIn
Kincannon & Reed Appoints VP of Marketing and Business Development
Kincannon & Reed (K&R), which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has expanded with the addition of Dan Evans as vice president of marketing and business development. “Dan brings a strong background in building brands, driving growth, and connecting strategy to execution,” said Stephanie Liska, president of Kincannon & Reed. “Throughout his career,
How Companies are Using Interim CFOs
In recent years, the role and responsibilities of CFOs have grown greatly beyond their historical boundaries. No longer seen simply as stewards of the company’s financial management, compliance, and reporting, a Raconteur report recently noted that CFOs today are taking an increasingly prominent role as key strategic partners to the CEO, tapping vast troves of data
Simply Hired Creates Job Site for Russia
Simply Hired, a search engine for jobs and recruitment advertising network, has announced a new localized site for Russia (www.SimplyHired.ru). With more than 195,000 local job listings, Simply Hired's expanded international presence into the world's largest country will directly benefit job seekers and bring a wealth of opportunity to local recruiters, employers and web publishers.
European Online Job Opportunities Expand
The Monster Employment Index Europe, a monthly analysis of millions of online job opportunities culled from a large, representative selection of corporate career sites and job boards, reported a 22 percent increase in online job opportunities compared to year-earlier levels. Transport, post and logistics and production, manufacturing, maintenance and repair exhibited the most robust annual
Clarey/Napier International Finds CFO for BG Americas
Houston-based Clarey/Napier International has placed Chris Micklas as chief financial officer and regional finance director of BG Americas, a player in the global energy and natural gas business. Mr. Micklas previously served as CFO of a private equity-backed global manufacturing firm, along with senior roles in Shell Oil and GE. Founded in 1998, Clarey/Napier International
Trilogy Search Places Global Sales VP at Integware
Burlingame, CA-based retained executive search firm Trilogy Search Non+Profit has recruited Robert E. Knauer as global vice president of sales for Integware, Inc. Chuck Pappalardo handled the assignment on behalf of Trilogy. Mr. Knauer previously held several executive-level general management and business development positions including client solutions executive at IBM, regional vice president for GE
MBA Focus Forms Partnership with Alumwire
MBA Focus, the leader in top MBA recruiting management systems, and Alumwire, a provider of interactive talent community solutions, have announced their technology partnership. MBA Focus will add Alumwire's real-time video interviewing technology to its recruiting management systems and Alumwire will strengthen its professional network services by expanding its talent network reach. Alumwire and MBA
Hays Japan Launches Supply Chain Business
Hays Specialist Recruitment Japan K.K. (Hays Japan) has launched its supply chain specialist business unit, to cover placement services relating to supply chain and logistics and procurement. This marks Hays' tenth specialized business unit in Japan. The launch responds to increased demand for qualified supply chain specialists among local employers, with a particular focus on
TheRightThing Closes Out Strong 2010
Global recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) provider The RightThing has closed out 2010 with a 30 percent rise in revenues. The company secured over 20 new deals over the course of the year in the biotechnology, business services, communications, finance, insurance, manufacturing, marketing, pharmaceutical, retail and technology industries. “In the aftermath of the recession, many HR
AIMS International Adds Senior Consultant in Germany
AIMS International has added Tibor Reischitz as a senior consultant in Neuss, Germany. Mr. Reischitz will focus on interim management and in the fields of machinery and equipment manufacturing and IT. An industrial engineer, Mr. Reischitz worked for 10 years in the consulting industry. He was previously head of management solutions at Prolimity Capital Partners.
Witt/Kieffer Hires Healthcare Recruiter
Executive search firm Witt/Kieffer has named Chris Wierz as an executive search consultant. Ms. Wierz will focus her efforts on identifying IT leaders on behalf of hospitals and integrated delivery networks, academic medical centers, managed care companies, physician organizations, healthcare associations, vendors, consulting firms and universities. She has particular expertise in strategic and business planning,
Cook Associates Finds Chief for MaySteel
Chicago-based Cook Associates Executive Search has placed Monte Roach as president and chief executive officer of Maysteel, a manufacturer of custom precision sheet metal enclosures, assemblies, and components. Mr. Roach previously served as president, Americas electrical for Actuant, a $1.3 billion diversified industrial company. Founded in 1961, Cook Associates, Inc. is a retained executive search
Epicor Acquires Spectrum Human Resources Systems
Epicor Software Corporation, a provider of enterprise business software solutions to the midmarket and Global 1000 companies, has acquired Denver-based SPECTRUM Human Resource Systems Corporation for approximately $16 million in cash, subject to certain closing adjustments. With approximately 100 employees, over 430 direct customers and projected full-year 2010 revenues of approximately $14 million, Spectrum’s Web-based
Buck Consultants Adds Former Towers Watson Consultant
Buck Consultants, a Xerox company and provider of human resource and benefits consulting, has added Sheryl L. Grey as a principal in the firm’s Tampa office. With more than 25 years of industry experience, Ms. Grey joins Buck from Towers Watson, where she led the Florida healthcare practice and served as client relationship manager for
Accreate Expands Dublin Office
Accreate Executive Search & Interim, part of Irish-based Premier Group, has Jeannette Naughton, Killian O’Sullivan and David Burke as associates in the firm’s Dublin office. Ms. Naughton previously worked at Spengler Fox where she helped establish its executive search business in Ireland. She was formerly with PricewaterhouseCoopers’ Executive Search team. Mr. O’Sullivan, who joins Accreate’s
IIC Partners Adds Member Firm in Germany
IIC Partners has added Frankfurt-based ingeniam as its newest member firm. ingeniam is an owner-driven, independent executive search & human capital consulting boutique searching for executives within the banking and the knowledge-based industries. The firm was established in 2002 by partners Norbert Abraham and Norbert Theimer. “We had been actively seeking to identify the leading
Heidrick & Struggles to Find CEO for Girl Scouts
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has been chosen by Girl Scouts of the USA to find its next chief executive officer. Current CEO Kathy Cloninger has announced her retirement and plans to transition from her position in November of 2011. Founded in 1912, Girl Scouts of the USA is the preeminent leadership
EverJoy Consulting Launches Executive Search Division
Everjoy Consulting has launched an executive search and selection division, Everjoy Executive Search Pty Ltd, which will service the Asia-Pacific region. The new division will service all senior level roles with an initial focus on the ICT and professional services markets. Michael Gardner will take on the role of managing director of Everjoy Executive Search.
StepStone Selected by Automated Systems
StepStone, a London-based provider of human capital management solutions, has announced that Automated Systems (Hong Kong) Ltd. has selected StepStone Solutions Talent Management to upgrade its HR and performance management functions. The solution was deployed over a 3 month period for 1500 staff located across the Asia-Pacific region. Automated Systems is a provider of IT
Kienbaum Executive Consultants Opens in Bucharest; Adds Former Stanton Chase COO
German executive search firm Kienbaum Executive Consultants International has announced a new office in Bucharest, Romania and named Loreda Dragomir as country manager. The new location will concentrate on hiring top management and C-level executives in functions such as finance, controlling, production, operations, logistics, IT, marketing, sales and HR. Ms. Dragomir was previously served as
VMA Group Expands Team
U.K.-headquartered recruitment consultancy VMA Group has added Joanne Watkins and Lindsay Wienand to its external communications practice. Interim roles within the external communications practice will now be handled by Lucinda Moores who comes with strong recruitment experience developed over seven years with Hays. With a 20 year career in travel and leisure communications, Ms. Watkins
DHR Places Chief Marketing Officer at Ulta Salons, Cosmetics & Fragrance
DHR International has recruited Kimberley Grayson as senior vice president and chief marketing officer of Ulta Salons, Cosmetics & Fragrance. Marcey Rubin Stamas, managing director retail/consumer and Frank Spencer, managing director and retail practice group leader, led the search for DHR. “Kimberley’s tremendous passion for product and brand, and her success in fashion branding and
SourceRight Solutions Releases RPO One
SourceRight Solutions, a division of recruiting giant SFN Group, has introduced RPO One, designed specifically for small to mid-sized organizations seeking to outsource and enhance their recruitment needs. RPO One is targeted to organizations with 100-5,000 employees and can also be used to support global hiring initiatives. “As hiring needs begin to rebound, small to
Ultimate Solutions Adds to Management Team
Ultimate Software, a provider of unified human capital management SaaS solutions for global businesses, has named Cecile Alper-Leroux as vice president of strategic HCM and Andrew McCarthy as vice president of market strategy. Ms. Alper-Leroux will drive the global vision and product direction for Ultimate's complete line of HCM solutions. She brings more than 15
Korn Ferry Revenue Increases 32 Percent
Korn/Ferry International/(NYSE:KFY) posted revenues of $185 million for the second quarter fiscal 2011, an increase of 32 percent from revenues of $140.1 million a year ago. The Los-Angeles-based recruiter recorded earnings of $13.7 million, or 30 cents a share, compared with $2.8 million, or six cents a share, last year. "As evidenced by our sixth
Caldwell Partners Appoints Insurance Practice Head
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has appointed Stamford-based partner Peter Reed to lead its insurance practice. Mr. Reed specializes in finding talent for the property and casualty and life insurance sectors, and has successfully executed searches across the C-suite and boardroom for domestic and global companies, including carriers, brokers, and industry-related service
Columbia Consulting Completes Search for Oakwood Worldwide
Columbia Consulting Group (CCG) has placed Michael Thompson and Fred Woodward as account directors within the federal team at Oakwood Worldwide. Bert Sadtler, a CCG managing director, completed the searches. Mr. Thompson was previously an account manager at ANSYS, Inc. Mr. Woodward was most recently a federal sales manager at A. Pomerantz & Co. Oakwood
Pinstripe Adds SVP to Expand International Recruitment Alliances
Pinstripe, Inc., a human resources and recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) company, has added Courtney Cook as senior vice president of global business practices. In this role, Ms. Cook will develop and enhance business in global markets and work with U.S.-based multinationals that have domestic and international business needs. She has 17 years of experience working
Jobsin Network Has Launched JobsinGreen.eu
The Jobsin Network has launched JobsinGreen.eu. The site is dedicated to helping users search and apply for environmentally-focused “green” jobs. In addition, JobsinHubs has also developed CareerBooster.eu a community by job seekers for job seekers to share best practices and enhance employability. JobsinHubs.com is a network of online job boards for English speaking professionals looking
Harvey Nash Posts 24 Percent Revenue Jump
Global search and talent solutions firm Harvey Nash has reported that both the group's revenue and gross profit for the third quarter ending October 31, 2010 increased 24 percent compared to the same period last year. The firm will pay an interim dividend, in respect of the six months ended July 31, 2010, November 26,
Hudson Highland Group CEO Resigns; Spencer Stuart to Conduct Search
Hudson Highland Group, Inc., providers of permanent recruitment, contract professionals and talent management solutions, has announced that chairman and CEO Jon Chait intends to retire from the company on April 28, 2011. "After careful deliberation I have decided it is time for the company to transition to a new leader," said Mr. Chait. "Hudson is
Kenexa Creates Newly Enhanced Integration with Sterling InfoSystems
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has announced its newly enhanced integration with Sterling Infosystems, Inc., providers of employment screening and occupational health services solutions. The partnership gives human resources professionals and global organizations the benefits of having more efficient integrated talent management and employment screening capabilities. “Employment background checks
Work&Partners Fills Position for Capgemini
New York-based Work&Partners LLC has placed Fred Ejlali as the vice president and senior account executive for the financial services global business unit of Capgemini. Mr. Ejlali was formerly a senior vice president – managing partner, financial services industry at CheckFree/Fiserv. Alan J. Work of Work&Partners led the search. Capgemini are providers of systems integration
