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Global Employers Take Cautious Approach to Q4 Hiring
Global employers are continuing a careful approach to hiring in the fourth quarter, with 45 percent planning to maintain current workforce levels—the highest since early 2022—as organizations balance capturing growth opportunities with mitigating economic uncertainty. This measured shift sees 38 percent of employers planning to add staff while 15 percent expect reductions, resulting in a
The Critical State of Healthcare Staffing Shortages
Healthcare organizations face an unprecedented staffing crisis that directly impacts patient care and operational sustainability, according to a recent report from Denver, CO-based TriSearch. Shortages are projected to reach 124,000 physicians by 2033, and the industry must hire 200,000 nurses annually just to meet baseline needs. The nursing deficit alone could hit 450,000 registered nurses by
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.
Parker Remick Appoints Partner
Seattle, WA-based Parker Remick has expanded with the addition of Amy Lewis as partner. Kevin Williamson, founder of Parker Remick, believes technology leadership has become one of the defining competitive advantages for large enterprises. “Technology leadership has never carried greater responsibility than it does today,” he said. “Every board is evaluating how AI, product innovation, and engineering capability
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?
millionways and Waxell Form Alliance to Bring Behavioral Intelligence to AI Governance and Agent Observability
millionways, the behavioral intelligence layer for the human-agent workforce, recently formed a strategic partnership with Waxell, an AI governance and agent observability company. The alliance was formed to help enterprises govern, observe, and improve AI agents operating in high-stakes human environments. As enterprises move from copilots to autonomous and semi-autonomous agents, AI systems are being given
How to Build a Perpetual CEO Succession Pipeline
CEO succession planning is increasingly being treated as a continuous leadership priority rather than a process that begins only when a departure is announced. With chief executives serving for a relatively limited period compared with the lifespan of most organizations, boards are under growing pressure to build deeper pipelines, develop internal talent, and maintain visibility
Slone Partners Recruits CEO for Perspectum
Life sciences-focused search firm Slone Partners has placed Warren Cresswell as CEO at Perspectum, an Oxford, England-based precision health company that delivers non-invasive solutions to accelerate drug development and improve patient outcomes in liver and cardiometabolic disease. “Warren brings an exceptional combination of global leadership experience, commercial expertise, and deep knowledge across diagnostics and precision health,” said Leslie
Anthem Executive | Anthem Academics Assists Texas A&M International University with Director of Athletics Search
Anthem Executive | Anthem Academics has assisted Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) with the recruitment of director of athletics. Michael Ballew, Scott Watson, Mike “JR” Wheless, and Florene Stawowy led the assignment. “We are excited to welcome Tyler to Texas A&M International University and to join our Dustdevil family,” said University president Christopher Maynard. His commitment to the academic
The Invisible Month in Executive Recruitment: The Overlooked ROI of Shortlist Due Diligence
Executive search firms are under growing pressure to protect both client outcomes and their own reputations as leadership decisions become more visible and consequential. That has put greater focus on when risk is identified in the search process, not simply whether it is identified at all, and on how earlier diligence can help firms avoid
AI Moves Deeper Into Executive Search Workflows as Innova Heads to Chicago
Artificial intelligence is moving quickly from experimentation into the day-to-day work of executive search firms, but adoption remains uneven across the industry. As search leaders evaluate a growing number of tools, many are looking for practical examples of where AI can improve research, business development, search delivery, and operations without compromising judgment or quality. The
JDG Associates Retained by SPIE to Lead CEO Search
Rockville, MD-based executive search firm JDG Associates has been selected by SPIE, the international society for optics and photonics, to lead its search for a new CEO. The Bellingham, WA-based society, the premier global organization advancing light-based research and technologies, seeks a strategic, globally minded executive to succeed CEO Kent Rochford, who will depart in February
CIO Partners Seeking Chief Information Officer for Resideo
CIO Partners was recently tapped by Resideo to lead in its search for a new chief information officer. This executive is responsible for defining and executing the enterprise technology strategy that enables innovation across connected home products, digital services, and global distribution operations at Resideo Technologies. This leader ensures that enterprise technology platforms, cloud infrastructure, and
DSG Global Appoints Managing Directors
DSG Global has expanded with the additions of Kris McFeely, Chris Clarey, and Scott Murray as managing directors. Ms. McFeely, who joins the firm’s nonprofit and social impact practice, brings more than two decades of executive search experience to the team. She specializes in identifying and recruiting exceptional leaders for mission-driven organizations. Drawing on experience across
U.S. M&A Accelerates as Buyers Raise the Bar
EY-Parthenon’s September Merger Monthly points to continued momentum across the U.S. M&A market. Through August, deal value for transactions above $100 million reached approximately $2.2 trillion, up roughly 48 percent year-over-year, while volume increased 23 percent. Momentum remained strong from June through August, with deal value rising 23 percent and volume advancing 22 percent from
Why the Best Job Offer Is About More Than Salary
A higher salary can make a new job attractive, but compensation alone does not always tell candidates whether an offer is truly better. According to a recent report from NPAworldwide, recruiters can play an important role in helping candidates evaluate the complete package while also helping employers understand why a competitive base salary may not
Buffkin / Baker Recruits President for Valdosta State University
Partner-led executive search firm Buffkin / Baker has assisted in the recruitment of Donald J. Green president of Valdosta State University (VSU). Partner Ann Yates and associate Dinah DeWitt led the assignment. “Don Green is a leader who knows how to deliver results, and he’s proven that time and again,” USG chancellor Sonny Perdue said. “At Gordon State, he focused on
The Moran Company Recruits CEO for The Arc of New Mexico
The Moran Company, an executive recruitment firm that specializes in the non-profit sector, has placed Tracie Fletcher as the new executive director of The Arc of New Mexico. Senior search consultant Bruce Scott led the assignment. “Tracie brings a 25-year track record of leadership in non-profit, government, and community organizations,” The Arc of New Mexico said in a
Riviera Partners Expands Public Practice
San Francisco-based Riviera Partners, a recruitment provider specializing in C-level engineering, product, and design leader placements, has expanded with the addition of Archer McFall as a partner within its public practice serving large, publicly-traded companies and late-stage, pre-IPO companies. “Getting the right CTO, CIO, or chief AI officer in place, building the team structure around AI, making sure the
Building Your IR Function: The Questions Every VC Should be Asking
As venture firms mature and fundraising becomes more institutionalized, building the right investor relations function is increasingly becoming a critical part of long-term growth. The best time to hire an investor relations leader is before you urgently need one, according to a recent report from SPMB’s Suzanne Heske and Emily Leder. “LP relationships take years to
U.S. Hiring Slows as Unemployment Rate Edges Up to 4.2 Percent
Employment increased by 29,000 in September as the U.S. unemployment rate edged up to at 4.2 percent, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. The number of unemployed people, at 7.1 million, also increased in September. Among the major worker groups, the unemployment rate for people who are Black (7.0 percent) increased in September.
Cook Silverman Search Recruits Chief Development Officer for Common Sense Media
Greenbrae, CA-based Cook Silverman Search has assisted in the recruitment of Alicia Chang as chief development officer of Common Sense Media to lead in its search for a chief development officer. Ms. Chang joins Common Sense Media after spending a decade with Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, where she most recently served as deputy chief development officer
DRiWaterstone Human Capital Assists WJCT Public Media with CEO Search
DRiWaterstone Human Capital has assisted in the recruitment of Karen Feagins as president and CEO of WJCT Public Media, the independent, community-owned public media organization serving Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia. “Karen represents exactly what we were looking for as the next leader for WJCT Public Media,” said Bill Hendrich, chair of the WJCT Public Media board
Wilton & Bain Expands Interim Management Business
Global executive search and interim leadership firm Wilton & Bain has named Oliver Bentley as partner within its interim management business. He will focus on senior interim appointments across consumer markets in business transformation, technology and digital. “I am delighted to welcome Oliver to Wilton & Bain,” said James Humphreys, managing partner at Wilton & Bain.
Boards Weigh Internal vs. External CEO Candidates in Succession Planning
Choosing between an internal and external CEO candidate is rarely as simple as favoring continuity or change. For boards and executive search firms, the more important question is whether the succession process is anchored to the company’s future mandate and the leadership capabilities required to deliver it. The internal-versus-external CEO debate often starts with a
Pyramind Places New Leader for The International Institute
Following a national search, Falls Church, VA-based executive search firm Pyramind has placed Chad Leahy as the next director of The International Institute. “Chad came to Madrid on September 1 and has begun meeting with Institute staff, familiarizing himself with his new duties, and following the completion of this summer’s improvement projects in the Institute building,”
NPAG Recruits CEO for Dream.Org
Executive search firm NPAG has assisted in the recruitment of Janos Marton as the new CEO for Dream.Org in Oakland, CA. The search was being led by Phuong Quach and Sharon Gertsman. Mr. Marton joined Dream.Org as CEO after spending the past five years leading advocacy work at the organization, where he helped build coalitions and advance
Stevenson Search Partners Expands
Fort Lee, NJ-based Stevenson Search Partners, a global life science executive search firm and a Hunt Scanlon Top 50 ranked search firm, has expanded with the addition of Jim LoSapio to its on-demand talent solutions team as director, business development. “Jim has developed a strong understanding of the unique talent, consulting, and resource challenges facing life sciences organizations
TriSearch Expands Through Strategic Partnership
TriSearch has entered into a strategic partnership with Northwest Talent Solutions founder Nikita R. Steals, who has joined the firm as vice president, client success. The arrangement combines Northwest Talent Solutions’ workforce transformation expertise and entrepreneurial agility with TriSearch’s national recruiting platform, scalable delivery capabilities and highly customized approach to client partnership. Northwest Talent Solutions
Private Equity Takes a Harder Look at Leadership Assessment
Private equity firms examine every line of the financial model and pressure-test the commercial thesis from multiple angles. However, an assessment of the leadership team is often the least rigorous part of diligence. Deal teams will spend weeks validating a revenue forecast and only a matter of hours forming a view on the CEO expected
8 Traits of Effective Leaders
When thinking about positive leadership traits, what qualities come to mind? Perhaps it’s authenticity, emotional intelligence, dedication, or transparency. Regardless, effective leadership ties back to having a clear purpose. In today’s workplace, that purpose centers on empowering people, according to a recent report from DHR Global’s Christine Greybe. With people and purpose as the guiding
Egon Zehnder Assigns New Practice Head
Steven Goodman has assumed leadership of the Egon Zehnder International’s U.S. industrial practice group's energy and cleantech segment. He has been a member since he joined the firm in 2006. "Goodman's deep industry knowledge and the unique skill sets needed by its leadership will help our clients to select and promote the right people for
B.E. Smith Grows Interim Leadership/Consulting Solutions Division
Executive recruiting firm B.E. Smith has named Stephen Burns as vice president and project leader for the firm’s interim leadership and consulting solutions divisions. An accomplished healthcare executive with more than 30 years of experience in clinical operations and program development in a managed care environment, Mr. Burns will lead a number of interim and
Online Recruitment Provider, Network Recruitment, Opens London Office
E-recruitment solutions provider networx recruitment, has opened its London office. A team of eight recruitment specialists including the newly appointed Richard Newman, Russell Burden and Russell Cox will be operate the new office. “The opening of our London office marks a new era for networx, we plan to use this new base to capitalize on
J. Robert Scott Expands Financial Services Practice
Executive search firm J. Robert Scott has appointed John Axworthy as a managing director in its financial services practice, based in London. Mr. Axworthy will lead the investment banking effort within the practice. “Expanding our financial services executive search capabilities in Europe with a focus on investment banking organizations will enable us to provide greater
Pinstripe Adds Former Starbucks HR Exec
Pinstripe, Inc., a human resources and recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) company, has added Angela Calkins as senior vice president of global client services. Ms. Calkins was previously the director of global talent acquisition for Starbucks Coffee Company where she led the talent acquisition team for the 160,000-employee global organization. “Angi led the global talent acquisition
Confidence Among Executive Recruiters Continues to Climb
Confidence among executive recruiters continues to climb as an increase in management recruiting activity confirms that more companies are thinking about growth in 2011 and more business leaders are poised to explore their career options, according to the results of ExecuNet's Recruiter Confidence Index (RCI). In January, the index revealed that 75 percent of 188
Phillips Oppenheim Finds CEO for ASF
New York City-headquartered Phillips Oppenheim has recruited Henry L. Berman as chief executive officer of the Association of Small Foundations (ASF). Mr. Berman previously served as president and co-trustee of The Edith Glick Shoolman Children’s Foundation. ASF is a membership organization for donors, trustees, employees and consultants of foundations that have few or no staff.
StepStone Solutions Selected by Belgium-Based KNAUF
StepStone, a London-based provider of human capital management solutions, has provided Knauf Insulation with a complete e-recruitment platform to handle its recruitment processes. StepStone Solutions Talent Acquisition was selected by Knauf Insulation to help it improve its recruitment process with more efficient candidate communications and lower administrative effort. “Knauf Insulation adds to our already strong
Kinsey Allen Opens San Francisco Office
U.K.-based executive search firm Kinsey Allen International has launched its San Francisco practice with the addition of DiAnn Ferguson. Ms. Ferguson will concentrate on mandates within the asset management sector on the West Coast of the U.S. “Launching a division in California is the natural next step in unifying our businesses across the U.S. and
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
