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Rethinking Talent For Every Phase Of The PE Lifecycle
Private equity is entering a phase where ‘one-size-fits-all’ leadership is no longer viable. As deal timelines stretch and growth becomes harder to manufacture, firms are looking to build executive teams that can evolve alongside the business. “Talent strategies must be adaptable to a changing economic climate and the ever-evolving business needs,” said Ellie O’Brien Coleman,
Academic Career & Executive Search Recruits CEO for CHESS (Collaborative for Higher Education Shared Services)
Following a national search, Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) has placed Shaun McAlmont as CEO of CHESS (Collaborative for Higher Education Shared Services). He will succeed founding CEO Kathy Ulibarri, who will retire after guiding CHESS from its formation in 2021 to its emergence as a national model for shared services in higher education. Jennifer
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.
Streamlining the Hiring Process to Secure Top Talent
In a competitive hiring market, speed and preparation can often make the difference between securing a top candidate and losing them to another opportunity. With many professionals exploring new roles while remaining fully employed, organizations must balance thorough evaluation with an efficient and well-coordinated recruitment process. The most successful employers are those that approach hiring
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?
DHR Global Adds New Partner in Singapore
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has expanded with the addition of Veronique Denis-Pelliet as a partner in its technology and retail & consumer practices in Singapore. A seasoned executive with over 10 years of experience in executive search, ESG leadership, sales, and international business development, Ms. Denis-Pelliet has led multicultural teams and driven growth in Southeast Asia, China, Europe,
Assessing Business Development Talent Without Slowing the Hiring Process
Companies are placing greater emphasis on improving hiring accuracy as competition for high-performing talent intensifies across the market. Yet many organizations continue to rely on inconsistent interview practices, subjective evaluations, and selection processes that create unnecessary friction for both candidates and internal stakeholders. Most hiring failures do not happen because companies move too fast. They
Academic Search Recruits President for Henry Ford College
Academic Search has placed David M. Knezek as the seventh president of Henry Ford College. Shirley Robinson Pippins and Richard Cummins led the assignment. Mr. Knezek, currently serving as chief operating officer of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and as an elected Wayne County commissioner, will assume the presidency later this year, succeeding interim president Dr. Lori
Fabric.AI Taps Egon Zehnder for Critical Search
Global leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder has been retained by NASDAQ-traded AI infrastructure company Fabric.AI to lead the search for a senior project management executive. “Egon Zehnder’s reputation, global reach, and deep expertise across AI, advanced technologies, and organizational leadership make them an ideal partner for Fabric.AI at this stage of our growth,” said Josh Silverman, CEO of
Caldwell Expands in London and Madrid
Toronto-based Caldwell has expanded with the addition of Alex Langridge as a partner in the firm’s financial services practice. Based in London, Mr. Langridge advises clients across financial services and fintech on senior executive and board appointments, succession planning, organizational design, and transformational leadership hiring. “Alex’s appointment reflects our continued investment in expanding Caldwell’s financial
Fama Technologies Granted U.S. Patent on Foundational AI-Powered Social Media Screening Technology
Fama Technologies, providers of AI-powered online screening, has announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has allowed all claims in its patent application covering the foundational technology behind social media background screening. The patent, titled “System for Searching and Correlating Online Activity with Individual Classification Factors,” has a priority date of November
Updating How You Work So AI Can Actually Deliver
AI adoption is no longer a technology challenge, it is an operational one. Companies that generate lasting value from AI will be the ones willing to redesign workflows, redefine leadership responsibilities, and embed AI directly into how work gets done every day. Most companies will not fail at AI because they chose the wrong model,
Vetted Solutions Assists CoreNet Global with CEO Search
Following an extensive search process, Washington, D.C.-based Vetted Solutions has assisted in the recruitment of Vicki Worden as the new CEO of CoreNet Global. “Vicki Worden demonstrates exemplary leadership through her collaborative approach,” said Jamie Leary-Erickson, CoreNet Global board chair. “Vicki’s extensive experience in the architecture, engineering, and commercial real estate sectors, combined with her global perspective
BarkerGilmore Places Head of Legal at Vantage Elevator Solutions
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has placed Keinan Meginniss as VP, head of legal at Vantage Elevator Solutions. The search was led by Stephen Bell and Alison Waters. “Keinan joins the organization at an exciting time as the company continues to expand its operations and strengthen its leadership team
NGS Global Adds TalentXera
Wilmington, DE-headquartered executive search firm NGS Global has added Saúl Almendárez and his team at TalentXera. This expands the firm’s capabilities across Mexico and the broader Latin America region. Mr. Almendárez is based in Mexico City, where he has spent more than 20 years building an exceptional team and a highly regarded brand in the executive search industry. Along
IMD International Search Group Elects New Board Members
Global executive search consortium IMD International Search Group recently had delegates from member firms meet in Helsinki, Finland, and announced the election of several board members. Ben Tucker (Minerva, IMD U.K.) transitions from director to VP finance and legal. Eva Nielsen (Lisberg, IMD Sweden) is reelected for a second mandate as director while Terhi Heikkinen (IMS Talent,
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Launch Recruiter Performance Training Program
The executive search industry has a training challenge. For years, recruiting firms have depended on apprenticeship-style development, learning through observation, informal mentoring, and varying management approaches. That model works for some, but it does not scale effectively. In a market increasingly shaped by AI, speed, precision, and commercial demands, inconsistent recruiter performance is no longer
Executive Search Firms Confront the AI Transformation
As AI rapidly reshapes the executive search landscape, recruiting firms are facing growing pressure to modernize how they identify, assess, and engage leadership talent. Industry experts say AI-driven sourcing, predictive analytics, and automation tools are helping firms accelerate search timelines and expand candidate reach, while also forcing recruiters to rethink where their true value lies.
Cooper Coleman Recruits CFO the Center for Child Protection
Cooper Coleman LLC has placed William Wade as chief financial officer of the Center for Child Protection (CCP) in Austin, TX. The national search was led by Johnny Cooper, founder and CEO of Cooper Coleman. “Dion brings the kind of strategic thinking and mission alignment CCP needs in its CFO,” said Mr. Cooper. “They are doing remarkable work,
Boyden Assists Kerry’s Place Autism Services with CEO Search
Boyden has recruited Normandie Wragg as the new president and CEO of Kerry’s Place Autism Services in Ontario. The appointment follows the previously announced retirement of CEO Susan VanDeVelde-Coke at the end of June. The search was led by partners Jim Stonehouse and Pamela Colquhoun, and Kathy Luu, senior associate. “Normandie is a highly accomplished, values-driven
Modern Executive Solutions Expands Technology Practice
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Moises Velilla as managing director in its technology practice. He brings deep experience advising organizations on senior leadership hiring and talent strategy across technology and transformation. Mr. Velilla specializes in advising clients on executive talent strategy and recruiting transformative technology and professional services leaders. He
AI’s Next Test: Can It Actually Drive Growth?
A massive opportunity, and a critical trust gap, is emerging among corporate leaders. According to EY-Parthenon’s Growth Survey of 271 U.S. executives, 78 percent believe AI will accelerate growth, even as nearly 80 percent say the growth environment has become more challenging over the past year. Yet only about a third trust AI inputs for high-stakes decisions such
Retained vs. Contingent Search: Choosing the Right Executive Search Model
As companies navigate increasingly complex leadership challenges, the pressure to make the right executive hiring decision has never been greater. Boards and leadership teams are looking beyond resumes and credentials, placing greater emphasis on cultural alignment, long-term business impact, and a candidate’s ability to guide organizations through growth, transformation, and uncertainty. At the same time,
Brettschneider Executive Search Completes Search for Western Colorado University
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search recently assisted in the recruitment of Sharoni Little as dean of Western Colorado University’s School of Business. “Dr. Little’s forward-thinking approach will help shape the future of business education at Western, creating opportunities for students to thrive in today’s competitive economy,” said Brad Baca, president. With a career spanning academia, corporate leadership,
Ren Systems Appoints Head of Product
Ren Systems, an AI-powered relationship intelligence platform used by sales, business development, and professional services leaders, recently expanded with the addition of Nick Wynja as head of product. “As we’ve scaled Ren to 70+ enterprise customers and accelerated our feature release cycle, it became clear that we needed focused product leadership,” the company said in
How to Kick Off an Executive Search the Right Way
As leadership demands grow more complex, organizations are increasingly recognizing that a successful executive search begins long before candidate outreach or interviews take place. Search consultants say the strongest outcomes are driven by early alignment around business strategy, organizational culture, leadership expectations, and the capabilities needed to support future growth. Rather than simply filling an
Why Structured Interviews Lead to Better Hiring
As organizations compete for leadership talent, many are reexamining how executive interviews are conducted and whether traditional hiring instincts are leading to the best decisions. Increasingly, research is showing that structured interviews built around standardized questions and evaluation criteria deliver more reliable hiring outcomes than conversational, free-flowing assessments. Talent experts say the approach not only
Rethinking Career Loyalty in the Age of Gen Z and Millennials
As leadership priorities continue to evolve, executive search firms are seeing a growing shift in how candidates evaluate long-term career opportunities. Today’s professionals are placing greater emphasis on purpose, culture, mentorship, flexibility, and personal growth alongside compensation and title. Recruiters say organizations that can clearly communicate vision, invest in employee development, and foster strong leadership
Coulter Partners Recruits Chief Scientific Officer for Laigo Bio
Life sciences recruiting specialist Coulter Partners has recruited Richard C.A. Sainson as the new chief scientific officer of Laigo Bio. “It was a privilege to partner with Matthew and the Laigo board,” said Kay Wardle, managing partner at Coulter Partners. “Targeted protein degradation is one of the most exciting frontier areas of drug discovery, and finding a chief
Blue Rock Human Capital Recruits Chief People Officer for Michelli Weighing & Measurement
Talent acquisition strategies at many large companies have become as complex as their balance sheets. And while chief human resource officers play a vital role in overseeing an organization’s broad-based workforce, the chief people officer typically goes beyond overseeing its people policies. The focus instead is on building talent as a key competitive advantage, with more
Key Areas in DEI to Prioritize in 2024
Workplace diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is in the midst of a perfect storm. The Supreme court decision to overturn race-based affirmative action policies in college admissions gave way to a series of legislative challenges targeted at workplace DEI. Now, organizations are grappling with the aftermath and continued close inspection on DEI, with many asking ‘what now?’. To address
Work&Partners Completes Search for FTI Consulting
New York-based Work&Partners LLC has placed David Appolonia as a senior managing director for the transaction advisory services practice at FTI Consulting. Mr. Appolonia was formerly a partner in the transaction services practice at KPMG LLP, where he was responsible for managing financial due diligence engagements and conducting more than 80 investigations. FTI specializes in
Signium Expands in Peru
Signium International has added TASA Worldwide Peru as its newest member firm. TASA is led by Adolfo Gonzales, managing partner, and began operations in 1996. As a boutique firm specializing in executive search, the firm provides advice and recruitment solutions for executive positions including presidents, directors, general manager, functional managers and any key positions within
IIC Partners Announces New Board
IIC Partners has announced the election of five new board members at its annual global meeting held in Brussels. The partnership, which has 53 offices with 43 member firms across 37 countries, has added Jeff Harris of Harris Associates, who becomes vice chair – Americas. Additional board members include: Myriam Walgraef of Brussels-based Hoffman &
Academic Search Fills Post at University of Auckland
Academic Search International (ASI) has placed Dr. Andrew Stockley as dean of law at The University of Auckland. Dr. Stockley will take up the post next February, succeeding professor Paul Rishworth who has been dean since 2005. ASI conducts highly focused and effective international searches to locate and attract professors, heads of departments/schools, deans and
Dice Posts 23 Percent Revenue Jump; EFinancial Careers Up
Dice Holdings, Inc./(NYSE:DHX), a career website for technology and engineering professionals, has recorded revenues of $34.4 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2010, an increase of 23 percent from $26.7 million in the comparable quarter of 2009. Strong recruitment activity and the ongoing shift of recruitment spend to specialty career sites are the primary
CA Technologies Selects Allegis as Its Talent Acquisition Partner in EMEA
CA Technologies has appointed Allegis RPO as its new talent acquisition partner for Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). Allegis RPO will provide recruitment services for CA Technologies in 31 countries throughout the region, helping CA Technologies to further identify, attract and hire talent and ensure close alignment with its business strategy. Allegis RPO
TriNet Opens Offices in Austin, Raleigh and San Diego
TriNet Group, Inc., a provider of human resources outsourcing services for small businesses, has opened new offices in San Diego, Raleigh and Austin. The company now has offices in 28 cities across the U.S. “TriNet will continue to support small business in regions where innovation and entrepreneurialism thrive,” said Mike Triantos, TriNet’s chief client officer.
Heidrick Posts Revenue Gains; Europe Stays Weak
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International/(NASDAQ:HSII) has posted net revenue of $126.1 million for the third quarter ended September 30, 2010, an increase of 21.6 percent from $103.5 million a year ago. Net revenue increased 30.7 percent in the Americas, declined 11.6 percent in Europe (approximately five percent on a constant currency basis),
Premier Executive Search Places HR Execs at Revere Copper
Premier Executive Search, the executive search division of The Premier Partners, has completed the placement of two key human resources executives for Revere Copper. Timothy Rosbrook was recruited as its vice president of human resources and Eugene Gianforti has been placed as the director of employee relations for Copper Products. “We continue to experience double
ResumeBucket Releases New Services for HR Execs
ResumeBucket.com, a free online employment service, has created a new suite of premium services for employers to find top tier job candidates. Incorporating advanced search tools, bookmarking capabilities and embeddable job widgets, these new features enhance the resources available to HR managers and recruiters. Building on the existing free tools, the new services give companies
Diversified Human Resources Merges with Terra Firma
Diversified Human Resources has merged with Terra Firma, a professional employer organization in Denver. The move expands Diversified Human Resources’ operations in Colorado while providing Terra Firma clients access to a broad portfolio of insurance benefits, an online service platform and an expanded employment law expertise. "Terra Firma has a well-earned reputation for providing quality,
DHR International Adds EVP in Denver
DHR International has appointed Debra Young as executive vice president in the firm’s Denver office. Ms. Young conducts searches for the consumer goods, utilities, energy and retail industries. Prior to joining DHR, she was a managing partner at boutique firm Edwards Executive Search. Ms. Young has managed and conducted assignments to recruit senior-level executives in
Online Job Demand Rises in October
Online advertised vacancies rose 113,700 in October to 4,409,800, following an increase of 59,900 in September, according to The Conference Board Help Wanted OnLine Data Series. The nation's supply/demand rate stood at 3.44 unemployed for every advertised vacancy in September (the last available unemployment data), a figure that is down from a peak of 4.73
Odgers Berndtson to Lead COO Search for Spotify
U.K.-based executive search firm Odgers Berndtson has been chosen to find the next chief operating officer of Spotify as the company prepares for the launch of its U.S. operations. Spotify is a music streaming service offering unlimited streaming of selected music from a range of major and independent record labels. Odgers Berndtson provides executive search
SFN Group 26 Percent Revenue Rise
Recruiting giant SFN Group, formerly known as Spherion Corporation,/(NYSE:SFN) posted third quarter 2010 revenues of $527 million, a 26 percent increase from revenues of $527 million during the same period last year. The Fort Lauderdale-based company recorded adjusted earnings from continuing operations of $6.0 million, or $0.11 per share, compared with $0.5 million, or $0.01
OneWire Creates Candidate Sourcing Tool
OneWire has launched MatchBook, a candidate sourcing tool designed to accelerate precise career connections and increase employers' sourcing and hiring efficiency. MatchBook enables employers to select targeted criteria through the use of guided search filters and structured keyword search. “We implemented MatchBook to directly address the challenges that hiring managers encounter when sourcing candidates,” said
Kinsey Allen Adds Recruiter in Asia
U.K.-based executive search firm Kinsey Allen International has added Marc Karim Baloch as head of fixed income for the firm’s Asian operations. With over 10 years recruitment experience, Mr. Baloch previously served as director at Akamai Financial Markets and prior to that was a senior consultant with Michael Page. “The banking and asset management job
K. Fehling & Associates Opens Office in San Francisco
Executive search firm K. Fehling & Associates (KFA) has opened a new office in San Francisco and named Lori Christiansen as biotech practice leader and Mary Letteriias as a senior associate. From 1999 until 2009, Ms. Christiansen served as vice president of a San Francisco-based search firm BioQuest, LLC. She has recruited numerous VP and
Parker Executive Search to Lead Search for University of Minnesota Football Coach
Atlanta-headquartered Parker Executive Search has been retained by the University of Minnesota to head its search for a new football coach. In the past year, Parker Executive Search has also helped to select Notre Dame football coach Brian Kelly, Iowa men’s basketball coach Fran McCaffery and NCAA president Mark Emmert. Parker Executive Search is a
StepStone Selected by Grupo Azucarero Mexico
StepStone, a London-based provider of human capital management solutions, has announced that Grupo Azucarero Mexico (GAM) will begin the implementation of its integrated StepStone Solutions Talent Management system. Grupo Azucarero Mexico is a major industrial food company dedicated to the production and commercialization of sugar cane and its derivatives. StepStone Solutions' platform will support GAM
Taleo Records 16 Percent Revenue Increase
Taleo/(NASDAQ:TLEO), a provider of on demand talent management solutions, has posted third quarter 2010 revenues of $58.7 million, a 16 percent increase from $50.7 million during the same period a year ago. The company posted a net gain of $1.6 million, or four cents per share, versus a loss of $1 million, last year. During
Pedersen & Partners Adds Consultant in Latvia
Executive search firm Pedersen & Partners has added Eva Alberte as senior consultant in Latvia. Ms Alberte will be responsible for client relationship management and execution of senior level recruitment assignments in the financial services sector. She has more than 10 years of management experience in human resources having previously worked as HR director for
Stephen James Associates Expands Executive Banking and Financial Services Group
Stephen James Associates (SJA), a division Allegis Group, has appointed Natalie Pacifico to its executive banking and financial services group. Ms. Pacifico will focus on the Greater Philadelphia area and will be responsible for performing executive search in banking and financial services at the mid to senior executive level for the firm's banking practice. Ms.
The Buffkin Group to Lead CEO Search for HIP TN
Executive search firm The Buffkin Group has been chosen by The Health Information Partnership for Tennessee (HIP TN) to lead its search for a chief executive officer. HIP TN is a Tennessee not-for-profit organization that works to improve access to health information through a statewide collaborative process by providing services and infrastructure for the secure
Denver, Seattle, & Phoenix Show Greatest Increase in Per Capita Hiring
The October CareerCast.com/JobSerf Employment Index, which measures managerial recruitment activity online, currently stands at 99.5, a gain of 31.7 points since October 2009. Managerial recruitment activity also stabilized this month, falling just 0.1 points. Denver led the way with the greatest growth in hiring this month (+18 percent), followed by Seattle (+14 percent), and Phoenix
CDI and Management Recruiters International Post Revenue Gains
CDI Corp./(NYSE:CDI), a provider of IT-focused recruitment solutions, posted third quarter revenues of $249.4 million, an increase of 11.5 percent from revenues of $223.7 million a year ago. For the quarter ended September 30, 2010, net earnings were $1.7 million, or $0.09 per diluted share, versus a loss of $12.2 million, or $0.64 per diluted
Pedersen & Partners Adds Consultant In Latvia
Executive search firm Pedersen & Partners has added Daiga Trumpe as regional consultant in Latvia. In her new role, Ms. Trumpe will be responsible for client relationship management and execution of senior level recruitment assignments across Pedersen & Partners’ organization focusing on clients in the technology sector in the Baltics and Central & Eastern Europe.
Diversified Search Adds to Sports Media and Entertainment Practice
Philadelphia-based Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson has added Dr. Harvey W. Schiller as vice chairman and president of the firm’s sports media and entertainment practice. Dr. Schiller was most chairman and CEO of GlobalOptions Group, a risk management and business solutions company. His diverse leadership positions have included chairman of Assante U.S., a provider of financial
Korn Ferry Names Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand
Korn/Ferry International has announced that Katie Lahey is joining the firm as managing director, Australia and New Zealand. Ms. Lahey has a distinguished career in Australian business and public policy, most recently serving as chief executive of the Business Council of Australia (BCA) for almost a decade. The BCA is an association of chief executives
Alexander Mann Selected by SanTander
Alexander Mann Solutions, a London-based global recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) firm, has been selected by Santander to provide a full RPO solution. The Alexander Mann Solutions team will be tasked with handling all of Santander’s professional and specialist recruitment requirements as well as contact center hiring in the U.K. together with the global banking hiring.
CareerBuilder and eQuest Form Partnership
CareerBuilder and eQuest, a provider of job posting distribution and job posting management, have teamed up to offer a new free distribution option for job postings. CareerBuilder customers who use eQuest are now able to post to CareerBuilder sites in 17 countries with no additional transaction charge. “The agreement between CareerBuilder and eQuest comes at
