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DSG Global (Diversified Search Group) Tapped by the American Cancer Society to Recruit Chief Development Officer
The field of advancement is an extension of development/fundraising. Over the past two decades, educational institutions and charitable groups have shifted toward more integrated models of collaboration between communications, marketing, branding and development. Advancement represents the full integration of these functions under a single leader, the chief advancement officer. According to recruiters who specialize in
Bryant Group Recruits CHRO for Boise State University
Following a nationwide search, Dallas-based executive search and talent development firm Bryant Group has assisted in the recruitment of Katie Thomas as the new chief human resources officer of Boise State University. Sarah Hempen, vice president of search, led the assignment. “We are thrilled to welcome Katie Thomas as Boise State University’s next chief human resources officer,” said Lauren Griswold,
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.
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
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?
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,
Women Founders Gain Ground in Human Capital M&A
A meaningful shift has been unfolding across the executive search industry. Over the past decade, a growing number of highly specialized boutiques have been founded and led by women, many of whom built successful careers within larger firms before launching businesses of their own. What is becoming increasingly clear is that investors are paying attention.
Private Equity Recruiting – Return on Investment: Creating Value with Talent
Talent has become a defining driver of performance in private equity, shaping how firms manage risk, execute strategy, and deliver sustained returns. As deal cycles tighten and value creation depends increasingly on operational excellence, leadership quality and organizational design are no longer secondary considerations — they are central to how firms source, underwrite, and scale
AGB Search Seeking Chief Information Technology Officer for Slippery Rock University
Washington, D.C.-based recruitment firm AGB Search, which specializes in higher education leadership assignments, has been retained by Slippery Rock University to lead in its search for a chief information technology officer (CITO). Kimberly Templeton, Margaret Plympton, and Anne Hoffman are leading the assignment. This leader serves as the University’s senior technology executive, providing strategic vision, leadership, and executive
The Talent Studios Recruits Chief Marketing Officer for Pura Vida Miami
The Talent Studios has recruited Bruno Cardinali as chief marketing officer of Pura Vida Miami, the premium all-day café and lifestyle brand focused on health, wellness and community. The search was led by Katlyn Maloney and Jeremy Cohen. Mr. Cardinali brings more than two decades of marketing leadership across fast casual, foodservice, beverage, and global consumer brands. Most recently, as
JM Search Expands Technology and Financial Services Practices
JM Search, a senior-level talent provider serving private equity investors, portfolio companies, and Fortune 1000s, has expanded with the additions of Wes Chisholm as partner and Laura Bennstrom and Charles Telep as principals within its technology and financial services practices. Mr. Chisholm and Mr. Telep join the firm’s technology practice while Ms. Bennstrom joins both the financial
How The Tolan Group Navigated the Downturn and Remained Focused
For many executive search firms, 2024 and 2025 tested resilience in ways few could have predicted. At The Tolan Group (TTG), they experienced the same pressures felt across the industry. Slower decision cycles, delayed starts, and a noticeable dip in portfolio company hiring activity. Yet through that uncertainty, one thing remained constant: our commitment to
Korn Ferry Reports Seven Percent Q4 and Full-Year Revenue Growth, Led by Double-Digit Gains in Professional Search & Interim
Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) has posted Q4 fiscal-year revenues of $759.8 million, a year-over-year increase of seven percent and five percent at constant currency. This was led by Professional Search & Interim up 14 percent, followed by Executive Search and Consulting, both up seven percent and RPO up five percent. During the fourth quarter, revenues rose by
Lock Search Group Leading CEO Search for Atlas Sign & Awning
Toronto-headquartered executive recruitment firm Lock Search Group is currently seeking a new CEO for Atlas Sign & Awning. For over 30 years, Atlas Sign & Awning has helped businesses across Canada and the United States stand out through custom commercial signage, awnings, and branded architectural elements. Based in Langley, BC, they’ve built a strong reputation for quality
Anthem Executive Assists the University of Montevallo With President Search
Anthem Executive has assisted in the recruitment of Michelle R. Johnston as the first female president of the University of Montevallo (UM). Michael Ballew, Scott Watson, Mike “JR” Wheless, and Florene Stawowy led the assignment. Dr. Johnston has served as the president of Georgia Southwestern State University since 2024. Prior to her current presidency, she served as president of three other higher education
Mercuri Urval Appoints Non-Executive Director
Stockholm, Sweden-based executive search firm Mercuri Urval (MU) has announced that Jan Sasse, partner at AlterInvest, was named as non-executive director to the MU group board. He will join the current board members Cecilia Strand, Mieke Weijenberg, Cecilia Beer, Richard Moore, and chairman Roger Hagafors. “We are pleased to welcome Jan Sasse as non-executive director of the MU
M&A Becomes a Capability-Driven Acquisition Strategy
EY-Parthenon is forecasting an eight percent increase in U.S. deal volume for transactions exceeding $100 million in 2026, underscoring how central M&A remains to corporate strategy. Yet beneath the headline numbers sits a more important story. The role of acquisitions is evolving. Companies are no longer pursuing deals primarily for scale or market share. Increasingly,
The Hidden Challenges Every First-Time CEO Faces
The corner office has never been more accessible—or more demanding. As boards increasingly turn to a new generation of leaders to navigate disruption, growth, and transformation, first-time CEOs are stepping into roles that require a fundamentally different set of skills than those that propelled them to the top. While many arrive with impressive track records,
Myers McRae Assists Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology with Provost Search
Following a nationwide search, Macon, GA-based Myers McRae Executive Search and Consulting has assisted in the recruitment of Richie Roberts as provost of Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology. Kenny Daugherty and Brianna Douglas led the assignment. Dr. Roberts’ selection was guided by a search committee of OSUIT administrators, faculty, staff and students, which was assisted by national search firm Myers McRae. “The entire
Lancer Group Recruits Chief Technology Officer for Minitab
La Jolla, CA-headquartered search firm Lancer Group has recruited Kevin Gordon as chief technology officer of Minitab. “We’re excited to welcome Kevin Gordon as chief technology officer at Minitab,” the company said. “This is an exciting step forward in the evolution of our technology strategy and will help accelerate innovation across our organization and solutions platform.” “Kevin brings
Startup Leaders Upbeat, Poised for Growth After Turbulent Stretch
According to a just-released Business Leaders Outlook report from JP Morgan Chase, innovation economy leaders are still grappling with the fallout from three years of economic turbulence. But three in four leaders at early-stage startups, venture-backed and high growth companies are confident about their company’s performance heading into 2024. U.S. startup leaders, according to the report, differ
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
WorkOpolis Forms Partnerships with CGI and Talent Technology
Workopolis has formed a partnership with CGI and Talent Technology to offer both companies' recruiting solutions to clients alongside Corporate Works, the applicant tracking system (ATS) and career site hosting provider from Workopolis. This partnership enables recruiters to access Canada's most comprehensive suite of candidate management solutions. Corporate Works offers companies tools to attract, manage
CTPartners Opens Dubai Office
CTPartners has opened a new office in Dubai and appointed Russell Adam as managing director. Mr. Adam joins CTPartners from global search firm Odgers Berndtson, where he was a partner in Dubai and helped to establish their presence in the Middle East. He has worked across the UAE for both international and local clients within
Futurestep Creates Houston Service Management Center
Futurestep, a Korn/Ferry International company that provides talent acquisition solutions, has launched its Houston Service Management Center (SMC). Joining the company's Shanghai and Bangalore SMC facilities as part of its standardized global service delivery model, the center provides full lifecycle support for recruiters as they serve clients of the company's RPO, project-based recruitment and mid-level
Bond Joins the Association of Professional Staffing Companies
Recruitment software provider Bond International Software has become a member of The Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo). As an affiliate member, Bond will receive a range of recruitment system benefits, including extensive networking with industry peers through regular meetings and special interest forums. There will also be the opportunity to discuss recent trends and
Global Employment Solutions Makes Acquisition
Global Employment Solutions has purchased the NY Temporary Staffing Unit of Headway Corporate Resources, a North American human capital solutions company. With this acquisition, Global Employment Solutions will be able to provide expanded placement services across multiple industries in the areas of administrative, accounting & finance, engineering, legal, life science and technology. The NY Temporary
Borderless Executive Search Adds Consultants
Brussels-based Borderless Executive Search has added Hans Schmeits, Patrick Denis, Jim Verstraete and Lisa Tchouklova as consultants. Mr. Schmeits has over two decades of corporate experience within the bio-pharma, medical devices, FMCG and management consulting sectors. He has held senior management roles in several leading multinationals, both in headquarters and in affiliates in Europe, the
Egon Zehnder Names Practice Heads
Global executive search Egon Zehnder International has named Manuel de Miranda as head of its U.S. HR practice and Todd Hutchings as head of the firm’s North American life sciences practice group. As leader of the U.S. HR practice, Mr. de Miranda will be responsible for building the brand and deepening relationships in the HR
Spencer Stuart to Lead CEO Search for Morgans Hotel Group
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been retained by Morgans Hotel Group Co. to lead in its search for a chief executive officer. The contract of Fred Kleisner, the company’s current CEO, concludes on December 31, 2010. Morgans Hotel Group is widely credited as the creator of the first "boutique" hotel and a continuing leader
Renewed Confidence in Hiring Offers Brightens Employment Outlook
After 10 consecutive months of private sector employment growth, half of employers and recruiters anticipate more professionals will be hired in the first half of 2011 than the previous six months, according to a new survey by Career site Dice Holdings, Inc. This result closely mirrors findings six months ago which are being reflected in
TalentWise Launches Solution for Bullhorn
TalentWise, an employment screening solution provider that offers employment screening and onboarding solutions designed for human resources, staffing and recruiting professionals, has announced the launch of a pre-integrated employment screening solution for Bullhorn customers. The streamlined solution from TalentWise allows Bullhorn’s staffing and recruiting customers to perform employment background checks and drug tests on candidates,
Norman Broadbent Acquires Human Asset Development International
Norman Broadbent plc, a provider of executive search and leadership consultancy services, has acquired the business and assets of Human Asset Development International Limited (HADIL), a provider of psychological assessment, talent audit, executive coaching and applied research services. HADIL will remain separate from the executive search services provided by Norman Broadbent in order to present
Major, Lindsey & Africa Adds to Associate Practice Group
Search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa has added Alexis Osen as a managing director in its associate practice group. Ms. Osen, an experienced legal search consultant and former practicing lawyer, will specialize in recruiting lawyers into leading U.K. and U.S. law firms in London. Prior to joining MLA, she worked at Taylor Root, a contingent
Heidrick & Struggles Promotes General Counsel
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has announced the promotion of Stephen Beard to executive vice president and general counsel. He will have responsibility for all of the company's worldwide legal activities. Mr. Beard joined Heidrick & Struggles in 2003 as assistant general counsel and was promoted to VP, deputy general counsel, and
SuccessFactors Appoints Ex-GE Executive as People Officer
SuccessFactors, Inc., a provider of on-demand employee performance and talent management solutions, has appointed Jeffrey Diana as chief people officer. Mr. Diana is an accomplished business leader with a deep functional – and in particular strategic – expertise in Human Resources. His experience includes senior HR leadership roles at General Electric, Microsoft, Safeco and Expedia
