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Kincannon & Reed Recruits CEO for the National Council of Farmer Cooperatives
Following a year-long, nationwide search Kincannon & Reed, which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has placed Duane Simpson as president and CEO of the National Council of Farmer Cooperatives (NCFC). He succeeds Chuck Conner, who has led the organization since 2009. Mr. Simpson will formally assume the role on July 14, 2025, coinciding with the
Eastward Partners Expands Search Team
New York-based Eastward Partners has expanded with the additions of Jessica Ern as a director and Kristi Kamesch as an associate. “With nearly a decade of recruiting experience, Jessica brings exceptional leadership, expertise, and a passion for building world-class professional services teams,” Eastward Partners said in a LinkedIn post. “We’re confident she’ll play a pivotal role in driving our
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.
BroadView Talent Partners Tapped by Baltimore Community Lending for President/CEO Search
BroadView Talent Partners was recently retained by Baltimore Community Lending, Inc. (BCL) to lead in its search for a new president and CEO. Tracy McMillan, Robyn Quinn, and Donna Young are leading the assignment. The CEO is the strategic, operational, and external leader of Baltimore Community Lending, responsible for driving the organization’s next era of growth and
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?
Allen Austin Launches Evidence-Based Leadership Assessment VantagePoint
Houston, TX-based search firm Allen Austin launch of VantagePoint, an evidence-based leadership assessment that helps organizations identify and develop high-potential leaders with greater clarity and confidence. VantagePoint is grounded in three decades of leadership advisory work and original research by Allen Austin chairman and CEO Rob Andrews. Over two years, Mr. Andrews interviewed more than 100 CEOs,
The CHRO’s New Mandate
Across industries, the organizational design structure has shifted from a traditional pyramid to an hourglass model. This is not a recent development, explained Slayton Search Partners’ John Doyle in a recent report. “Organizational efficiencies, increased technology and the first wave of Baby Boomer retirements began this transition nearly two decades ago,” he said. “Experienced leaders have been retiring. Internal pipelines have
AGB Search Recruits 11th President for Lewis University
Washington, D.C.-based recruitment firm AGB Search, which specializes in higher education leadership assignments, has helped to recruit Christopher Sindt as the 11th president of Lewis University. The Lewis University board of trustees recently announced that president David Livingston, will retire at the conclusion of the 2025–26 academic year. Melissa K. Trotta, Matthew J. Kilcoyne, and John Cech led the assignment. “After
Kincannon & Reed Assists CCI Prime with CFO Search
Kincannon & Reed (K&R), which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has assisted in the recruitment of Jamie Broad as CFO of CCI Prime, bringing on a seasoned finance leader to support the company’s next phase of growth. “Jamie’s ability to connect financial insights to operational realities makes her an exceptional
EQU Advisors Seeking Senior Leader for Sarah Lawrence College
Executive search firm EQU Advisors was recently retained by Sarah Lawrence College to lead in its search for an associate vice president of enrollment. This executive will serve as a key member of the senior enrollment leadership team and a collaborative partner across the institution. This role is designed to strengthen coordination, elevate shared strategy, and support
Egon Zehnder Forms Alliance with IMD
Global leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder and IMD, a leading business school in global executive education, have formed a strategic partnership to facilitate board directors’ personal growth and elevate board performance. The partnership combines IMD’s academic rigor and deep connections to global boards with Egon Zehnder’s expertise in leadership and board effectiveness. Together, they will co-create tailored
Why Boards Are Betting on New CEOs and How to Set Them Up to Win
A growing number of companies are entrusting the corner office to leaders stepping into the CEO role for the first time. As succession strategies evolve and executive talent markets tighten, boards are increasingly prioritizing leadership potential, adaptability, and strategic vision over prior CEO experience. Boards now face a new question: which qualities make a first-time CEO succeed,
The Leadership Reset: What AI is Exposing About Today’s Executives
For decades, leadership success was largely measured by experience, team size, and the ability to manage complex organizations. Today, artificial intelligence is changing that equation, and it is reshaping how boards, investors, and hiring executives evaluate leadership talent. As AI transforms how work gets done, organizations are discovering that competitive advantage is no longer determined
Greenwood Asher & Associates Recruits Provost for the University of Cincinnati
Miramar Beach, FL-based executive recruitment firm Greenwood Asher & Associates has assisted the University of Cincinnati (UC) in the recruitment of Rudolph Buchheit as executive vice president for academic affairs and provost. Andriel Dees and Julie Schrodt led the assignment for the search firm. His selection follows a national search led by a dedicated search committee that was informed by
HARTZ Search Assists Geisinger with Recruitment of CIO
Charlotte, NC-based HARTZ Search has helped to recruit Bill Bellando as executive vice president and chief information officer of Geisinger. He joins Geisinger after serving as senior vice president and chief information officer at Georgia-based Wellstar Health System from 2022 to 2026. In this role, Mr. Bellando oversaw information technology and digital initiatives across the health system.
Beecher Reagan Names Managing Director
Houston, TX-headquartered executive search firm Beecher Reagan has appointed David Rio as managing director. He will deepen the firm’s work with consulting and technology-enabled services clients across publicly traded, private partnerships, and sponsor-backed companies. “David is a great addition, who will do nothing but strengthen our capabilities and the client experience we deliver,” said Clark Beecher, co-founder and
When to Use an Executive Search Firm
Executive hiring is one of the few business decisions where the consequences compound for years. The right leader can accelerate growth, strengthen culture, improve execution, and create enterprise value far beyond their compensation package. The wrong leader can stall momentum, disrupt teams, and force organizations to spend valuable time and resources correcting course. As companies
Klein Hersh Recruits CEO for Corrixr Therapeutics
Klein Hersh, a search firm focused on the life sciences and healthcare industries, has placed Hilary M. Malone as the new CEO of Corrixr Therapeutics in Newark, DE. She succeeds Eric B. Kmiec, founder of Corrixr, who will continue to serve in his capacity as chief scientific officer and will remain actively engaged in the
RH Perry & Associates Assists Holyoke Community College with Provost Search
RH Perry & Associates recently helped to place Jessica Nicklin as provost and vice president for academic affairs at Holyoke Community College (HCC). Senior consultants Jessie Thompson and Levy Brown led the assignment. “Dr. Nicklin is a respected leader in higher education and an organizational psychologist, recognized for her strategic vision, collaborative leadership, and dedication to student, faculty, and institutional
TSI Group Fills Senior Position for Dixon Hard Chrome
Mississauga, ON-headquartered executive search firm TSI Group Inc. recently assisted in the recruitment of Corey A. Williams as general manager of aerospace and aircraft plating specialist Dixon Hard Chrome in Sun Valley, CA. TSI Group partnered with Dixon Hard Chrome to identify a highly accomplished general manager capable of leading the organization’s operations and supporting its continued
Spencer Stuart Acquires Dr. Bjørn Johansson Associates
Spencer Stuart has acquired Dr. Bjørn Johansson Associates, a Zurich-based, founder-led leadership advisory firm, through which Dr. Bjørn Johansson Associates will be integrated into Spencer Stuart. Financial details of the deal were not disclosed. “Dr. Bjørn Johansson Associates is a highly respected market leader with deep relationships with many of the most iconic and important businesses and organizations in Switzerland
Kingsley Gate Unveils a New Approach to AI-Powered Executive Search
Under pressure to deliver faster results, deeper market intelligence, and stronger candidate outcomes, executive search firms and talent leaders are reevaluating the tools and processes that have long defined the profession. Advances in artificial intelligence are accelerating that shift, creating new possibilities for how searches are scoped, executed, and managed from start to finish. Yet
Growth Happens When Human Capital is the Priority
Every growth story eventually reaches an inflection point where the business becomes more complex than the systems that built it. Revenue can grow quickly, markets can expand, and opportunities can multiply—but sustainable performance depends on an organization’s ability to evolve its leadership, decision-making, and talent infrastructure at the same pace. The companies that navigate these
Shelli Herman and Associates Tapped by Mystic Aquarium to Lead CEO Search
Los Angeles-based Shelli Herman and Associates was recently selected by Mystic Aquarium to lead in its search for a new president and CEO. The organization seeks an experienced, mission-driven CEO to lead the organization into its next chapter, defined by expanded conservation impact, philanthropic growth, and deeper community relevance. Reporting to the board of trustees, this
Furst Group Recruits President and CEO of Blessing Health System
Furst Group, which serves the healthcare and insurance industries, recently helped to recruit Mike Trachta as the president and CEO of Blessing Health System. “The board sought a leader who could shape long-term strategy, strengthen key partnerships, and preserve Blessing Health’s independence while advancing operational excellence and financial stewardship,” Furst Group said in a LinkedIn
Stevenson Search Partners and HAVEN Unite to Launch New Human Capital Platform: Tidemark Talent Solutions
Fort Lee, NJ-based Stevenson Search Partners, a global life science executive search firm and a Hunt Scanlon Top 50 ranked search firm, and HAVEN, a leadership development advisory firm, have created a strategic partnership under Tidemark Talent Solutions, a newly formed holding company focused on building an integrated human capital platform. Tidemark will seek to acquire and scale high-performing specialist
CHRO Succession Grows More Deliberate as Organizations Prioritize Experience and Transformation
The role of the chief human resources officer continues to evolve as organizations navigate workforce transformation, leadership succession, technological disruption, and shifting employee expectations. Once viewed primarily as a steward of talent and culture, today’s CHRO is increasingly expected to serve as a strategic business partner, helping shape enterprise priorities while ensuring organizations have the
DHR Global Tapped by Texas Southern to Lead Men’s Basketball Head Coach Search
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has been retained by Texas Southern to lead in its search for a new men’s head basketball coach. DHR emerged from what the university described as a competitive review process. The firm will help the school build and vet a broad pool of candidates capable of sustaining a program that ranks among the conference’s
Cook Silverman Search Retained by the California Academy of Sciences
Greenbrae, CA-based Cook Silverman Search was recently retained by the California Academy of Sciences to lead in its search for a director of leadership philanthropy. is a pivotal leadership role within the Advancement Department at the California Academy of Sciences. Reporting directly to the chief advancement officer and working closely with the executive director and board of
The Moran Company Names CEO
The Moran Company, an executive recruitment firm that specializes in the non-profit sector, has announced that Mike English joins Bill Moran as a partner of the firm and has been named the company’s CEO. Mr. Moran will continue his role as president of the company he established more than 30 years ago. Since then, The
True Acquires Executive Coaching and Assessment Company Bleeker
Global talent provider True has acquired Bleeker, an executive coaching and assessment company. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Bleeker’s assessments, derived from neuroscience, and their inquiry-based coaching services have been rebranded as True Advance and are now part of True’s platform of products and services. “Through integrated assessment and coaching, True has enhanced our comprehensive talent
MJS Executive Search Completes Search for Applebee’s
MJS Executive Search has recruited Scott Gulbransen as director of social media and digital content for Applebee’s. Mr. Gulbransen most recently served as senior director of global public relations at Sony Online Entertainment. MJS Executive Search is a boutique retained executive search firm with functional specialties in marketing, social media, sales, digital/interactive, PR & corporate
HR.com Introduces Free Industry Metrics and Personalized Company Scorecards
HR.com and OrcaEyes leaders formed an alliance to help organizations overcome challenges with metrics and data in the human capital space. All 194,000 HR.com members will now have access to OrcaEyes’s service SonarVision On Demand, which provides industry metrics and personalized company scorecards. “When we saw OrcaEyes’ SonarVision On Demand product, we knew every HR
HR GO Recruitment Opens in Boston
Recruiting organization HR GO Recruitment Ltd. has opened a new Boston branch which is headed by Judy Dyke and will specialize in temporary, contract and permanent industrial recruitment. HR GO Recruitment plans to open four other new locations by the end of the year. “Following a re-branding program last year, HR GO Recruitment has grown
Ultimate Software Announces Partnerships with Three Organizations
Ultimate Software, a provider of unified human capital management SaaS solutions for global businesses, has announced that Daymar Colleges Group, Crest Industries, and W.J. Bradley Mortgage Capital Corp have selected UltiPro Workplace as their foundation for unified human capital management (HCM). “Business leaders prefer UltiPro’s unified HCM because the solution enhances overall productivity and drives
Caldwell Partners Posts Revenue Gains Through Expansion
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has posted 2010 fourth quarter revenues of $11.2 million, up 143 percent compared to the prior year. Annual revenue increased 81 percent to $29.2 million, reflecting marked increase in contributions from U.S. operations, which represented 60 percent of fourth quarter and 53 percent of annual revenues. Including
Korn Ferry Expands Leadership/Talent Consulting Practice
Korn/Ferry International has added Catherine Sacks as managing principal to its leadership and talent consulting in the firm's New York office. Ms. Sacks has more than 25 years of experience working with senior executives of Fortune 500 companies and privately held firms, to creatively align organization structures, human resource processes, and global employee development initiatives
Spencer Stuart to Lead CEO Search for Liverpool FC
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been retained by Liverpool Football Club to find its next CEO who will be replacing Christian Purlow who recently left the position. Spencer Stuart consultant Jonathan Smith, who specializes in sports business, will lead the assignment. Spencer Stuart is an executive search firm with 51 offices in 27 countries.
Senior Leadership Changes at PeopleClick
Peopleclick Authoria, a provider of talent acquisition and talent management solutions, has announced the return of Charles S. Jones as CEO. In this expanded role, Mr. Jones will accelerate and broaden Peopleclick Authoria’s solution blueprint for its global customer base of over 2,400 organizations while continuing to serve as chairman. The company has also added
Provade and Allegis Group Services Form Strategic Partnership
Provade Inc., a provider of vendor management system technology for sourcing and tracking workforce spend, has formed a strategic partnership with Allegis Group Services (AGS), a global provider of workforce management solutions. “Allegis Group Services is a highly regarded provider of managed services within the industry and we view this relationship as an important element
eQuest to Provide Job Posting Management for Graylink’s EMEA Clients
eQuest, a provider of job posting distribution and job posting management, has been selected by graylink, a leader in the provision of web & mobile recruitment automation solutions, to help its customer’s source candidates worldwide. eQuest provides an extensive delivery network of job boards, social and professional networks, college/alumni, and a multitude of niche career
McDermott & Bull Completes Search Assignment for Obagi Medical
Irvine, CA-based McDermott & Bull has placed Greg Skover as senior vice president of research and development for Obagi Medical in Long Beach, CA. Prior to joining Obagi Medical, Mr. Skover gained over 14 years of experience as a manager and research fellow at Johnson & Johnson Consumer Products. Obagi Medical is a pharmaceutical company
Egon Zehnder Adds to U.S. Financial Services Practice Group
Global executive search Egon Zehnder International added Patrick O'Brien as a core member of the firm's U.S. financial services practice group. Mr. O'Brien will focus on the insurance sector. Prior to joining Egon Zehnder, he was president of Allstate Roadside Services, USA. "We are very excited to have Patrick join our team," said Alan Hilliker,
EG.1 Opens Abu Dhabi Office
Executive recruiting firm eg.1 has opened its Abu Dhabi office. Leading the practice is Matt Potts, who has experience in recruitment at the senior level within the U.K. construction and development sectors. His client base includes government and semi-government organizations, master developers, international consultancies, main contractors, investment banks, asset management companies and professional services organizations.
Kelleher Associates’ Ed Kelleher to Retire
Kelleher Associates, a Philadelphia-based career and executive coaching firm, has announced that Ed Kelleher will be retiring November 18th. Mr. Kelleher founded the firm in 1998 and served as president and CEO until 2008. He built the company around his extensive experience in corporate human resources executive roles and career management consulting. Prior to establishing
Partners Changes Names to HigdonBraddockMatthews
Higdon Partners LLC, an executive search firm focused on the asset management and financial services industries, has changed its name to HigdonBraddockMatthews LLC to reflect an expansion of the firm's senior leadership team to include managing partners Derek R. Braddock and William R. Matthews. The firm is headquartered in New York City and has offices
Heidrick & Struggles Launches New Tool for Recruiting IT Leaders
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has developed, tested and launched a diagnostic tool to fill the gaps companies face in their drive to find the right IT leader to fit their specific needs. The tool helps evaluate the critical leadership competencies of a successful IT leader in their ability to influence and
Alpha Financial Jobs and Jobmate Join Forces
Alpha Financial Jobs, an international job board specializing in job vacancies in the accounting, financial, legal, IT and HR sectors, has announced its integration with JobMate, a multi-job posting and candidate-tracking service based in the U.K. “All recruiters who have the JobMate technology installed, will now be able to post their multi-job vacancies on the
Lonergan Partners Places Sales Exec at DisplayLink
Executive search firm Lonergan Partners has recruited John Cummins as vice president of worldwide sales at DisplayLink. The search was led by Dotty Schaffer. Mr. Cummins most recently served as CEO of ZeroG Wireless, Inc. “With John Cummins on board at DisplayLink I expect to see this young company take off. Check out the DisplayLink
Amrop Announces Global Expansion
Global executive search firm Amrop has added Swarup Choudhury to its India operations in Mumbai, Job Voorhoeve as a partner in Amsterdam, Maura Nobili as a partner in Milan and Nadia Furfaro in Rome. Mr. Choudhury joins Amrop India from his previous role as vice president, growth markets for IBM, leading the seven emerging regions
Major, Lindsey & Africa Recruits Communications Exec for Goodwin Procter
Search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa has placed Lee Feldman as director of communications at Goodwin Procter. The search was led by Melanie Bennet, global practice leader of MLA's law firm management practice. "Goodwin Procter was looking for a professional who understands the challenges and complexities of law firm media relations and communications. Someone who
Pedersen & Partners Adds to Finland Office
Executive search firm Pedersen & Partners has added Sari Kumpulainen as a consultant in Finland. Ms. Kumpulainen brings more than 10 years of management experience in sales & marketing having worked with such firms in Finland as Ilmailulaitos, Elfving, Mediverkko. Previously, she was HR coordinator at Logica. “I am happy to welcome Sari to our
SuccessFactors Records 38 Percent Revenue Jump; Appoints New President
SuccessFactors, Inc./(NASDAQ:SFSF) has posted third quarter revenues of $53.4 million, an increase of 38 percent, compared to $38.7 million in the same period a year ago. The company posted a net loss of $1.8 million, or three cents per share, down from a loss of $2 million, or three cents per share, in the third
HireVue and Previsor Form Partnership
Video interviewing provider HireVue and PreVisor, a global leader in employment assessments and talent measurement solutions, have formed a strategic alliance. Together, PreVisor and HireVue will deliver a combination of interview selection and assessment tools that can contribute to increased quality of hire. HireVue's Video Interviewing Solutions can now leverage PreVisor Interview Question and Assessment
Penrhyn International Partners with Coleman Lew & Associates
Penrhyn International, a global partnership of independent executive search consulting firms, and Coleman Lew & Associates have formed an alliance. With the Coleman Lew affiliation, Penrhyn International now has partners in 27 locations worldwide including five in the U.S. “Our partnership with Penrhyn International allows us to better serve our clients on a world-wide scope,”
Crist|Kolder Recruits CFO for Spot Trading
Executive search firm Crist Kolder Associates has placed Stephen A. Brodsky as chief financial officer of Spot Trading, LLC. Mr. Brodsky is the former president and CFO of the holding company for the Chicago Stock Exchange (CHX). He previously served as a managing director at private equity firm Vernon & Park Capital. Spot Trading, LLC
CareerBuilder Launches New Talent Network
CareerBuilder has introduced a new talent network solution designed to help employers more efficient and effective in building an exclusive pipeline of passive and active candidates through multiple engagement features. CareerBuilder's talent network offering incorporates a unique blend of elements to help employers connect with potential employees in a relevant and action-provoking way. Its offers
TheLadders.com Extends Marketing Staff
TheLadders.com, an online job service, has announced the appointments of Nicholas Karrat as vice president of consumer marketing and Denise Cautela as vice president of enterprise marketing. Mr. Karrat will lead consumer-facing marketing and advertising in support of TheLadders brand, while Ms. Cautela will lead all marketing efforts directed at expanding the company's penetration into
PFJ Chooses Recruitment Agency Software From Bond
The pfj network, which comprises four specialist recruitment brands – pfj, The Graduate Recruitment Company, RPCushing and Sydney-based ICUR – has implemented Bond International Software’s Bond Adapt Version 11. All four pfj network businesses, entailing over 70 users, will be going live with Bond Adapt Version 11 in the coming months. “The recession was an
VMA Group Adds to Public Affairs Practice
U.K.-headquartered recruitment consultancy VMA Group has added Victoria Fawcett to its public affairs practice as a consultant. Ms. Fawcett brings more than 10 years experience in the public affairs and policy arena from her time at Westminster at The Enterprise Forum and Conservative Central Office. Victoria will utilise her extensive network of contacts in the
DHR International Names Director in London
DHR International has added Simon Mansfield as managing director in London. Mr. Mansfield will be a part of the European leadership team responsible for the London operation and expanding the financial services practice. He was formerly chief executive of The Consulting Partnership, an international financial services search firm based in Singapore, and helped to grow
RSA Bolsters Recruiting Staff
Global recruiter RSA has named Zaki Sellam as practice leader in Switzerland, Michelle Bosshard as principal consultant and Yildiz Biloglu as a principal executive search consultant in Germany. With over eight years experience in international business development and recruitment, Mr. Sellam will focus on building strategic partnerships with Biotechs, VC backed companies, innovating clusters and
