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The Talent Studios Introduces Determined People, an Agentic AI-Enabled Technology Platform
The Talent Studios has launched Determined People, an agentic, AI-powered cognitive engine. “As an executive search firm, over the last 36 months we’ve seen AI-enabled recruitment tools pitched to us by technology startups that are being led by engineers and entrepreneurs first and foremost,” said Jeremy Cohen, co-founder and CEO of The Talent Studios. “They have
7 Strategic Reasons to Consider Recruitment Outsourcing
In today’s business climate, HR and talent leaders face a clear mandate: achieve more with fewer resources while strategically planning for the future to deliver lasting value. Anticipating future workforce needs is more critical (and tricky) than ever with shifting business needs and ongoing uncertainty around what roles to hire or how to prioritize them
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.
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
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?
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
The Succession Crisis Extends Beyond Small Business
Succession planning has become one of the most pressing leadership issues facing boards as a growing number of senior executives move closer to retirement. For executive search firms, that is creating increased demand for earlier engagement, deeper assessment of internal talent, and more deliberate planning around critical leadership transitions. The challenge is especially acute when
Academic Career & Executive Search Recruits General Counsel for MassArt
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) has recruited Jeannie Barrett as general counsel at Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt). Jennifer Muller, managing partner, led the assignment. Ms. Barrett brings more than 25 years of legal experience in higher education, advising institutions and senior leaders on a wide range of complex legal, operational, governance, and
Lock Search Group Fills Senior Position for Emergent BioSolutions
Toronto-headquartered executive recruitment firm Lock Search Group has assisted in the recruitment of Layton Henderson as vice president and general manager of Emergent BioSolutions’ Winnipeg manufacturing facility. “We’re grateful to celebrate a successful executive placement with our valued partner, Emergent BioSolutions,” Lock Search Group said in a LinkedIn post. “Congratulations to Layton Henderson on his appointment. We’re
Options Group Expands Dubai Office
Options Group has expanded in Dubai office with the additions of Eugenio Chiappini and Ben Prickett as vice presidents. Mr. Chiappini specializes in the private equity and family offices sectors. His addition strengthens the firm’s presence in the Middle East and supports its work with alternative investment firms and private capital clients seeking senior talent. Before
Executive Search Evolves, but Relationships and Judgment Still Matter Most
Executive search is evolving as firms face growing pressure to deliver stronger talent outcomes while providing deeper advisory value to clients and candidates. The most effective search organizations are looking beyond individual assignments to build broader networks, strengthen market intelligence, and create relationships that endure across careers and leadership transitions. That shift is placing renewed
Executive Diligence Takes on Greater Role in Senior-Level Hiring
Executive search increasingly extends beyond assessing experience, leadership style, and cultural fit. For boards and investors, understanding a senior candidate’s background, reputation, and potential risk profile has become an important part of evaluating whether that individual is equipped to lead in a high-stakes environment. That has made investigative diligence a more meaningful component of senior-level
BarkerGilmore Recruits General Counsel for Stanford University
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has recruited Timothy G. Lynch as vice president and general counsel of Stanford University. He succeeds Debra Zumwalt, who announced earlier this year that she would retire after 26 years as Stanford’s vice president and general counsel. BarkerGilmore’s Sarah Sullivan, Brittney McDonough, and
Calibre One Recruits CPO and Chief Technology and Information Officer for Production Resource Group
Calibre One has placed Jennifer Caserta as chief people officer and Joe Simon as chief technology and information officer at PRG (Production Resource Group) in New York City. “We are building PRG for a bigger future, and that means investing across every part of this business: our leadership, crews, talent development, and the equipment, technology and
TRANSEARCH International Adds New Member Firm in Singapore
TRANSEARCH International has expanded in Singapore with the addition of The Executive Collective Asia as its newest member firm. Led by managing partner Angela Roche, the addition further strengths the organization’s executive search and leadership consulting capabilities across the Asia-Pacific region. “Singapore is strategically important to TRANSEARCH not only within Asia-Pacific, but to our global business,”
Beyond the Single AI Path: You Can Have It All
Executive search firms are moving beyond early experimentation with artificial intelligence and focusing more closely on how the technology can support different roles, workflows, and levels of adoption across their organizations. Rather than forcing every user into the same model, firms are increasingly looking for flexible approaches that can improve efficiency while preserving the judgment
Six Trends Driving Private Capital Hiring
Executive hiring across private capital is becoming more complex as firms rethink the leadership capabilities needed to compete in a changing investment environment. Search mandates are broadening beyond traditional dealmaking backgrounds as firms place greater value on operating expertise, technology fluency, capital formation, and experience navigating more difficult market cycles. For executive search firms serving
Shelli Herman and Associates Recruits President and CEO of Mystic Aquarium
Following an extensive national search, Los Angeles-based Shelli Herman and Associates has placed Rachel Metz as the new president and CEO of Mystic Aquarium. She will succeed Susette Tibus, who has led Mystic Aquarium since April 2023 and has been a recognized leading champion for the Aquarium for decades. “Rachel is an accomplished, thoughtful and inspiring leader whose experience
Academic Search Seeking Provost for James Madison University
Education-focused executive recruitment firm Academic Search has been selected by James Madison University to lead in its search for a new provost and senior vice president for academic affairs. Senior consultant Ann Die Hasselmo, consultant Christopher Butler, and associate consultant Kate Cusimano are leading the assignment. The school seeks an innovative and responsive leader to serve as its next provost and senior
ForceBrands Appoints Head of Executive Search
ForceBrands, a hiring and talent solutions partner for the consumer industry, has strengthened its executive search practice with the addition of Brian Waivada. He will lead the team and oversee the practice’s continued expansion. “This appointment builds on the strength and momentum of our executive search practice,” said Rob Ganjon, CEO of ForceBrands. “We’ve spent
Potential vs. Performance: Rethinking the Leadership Pipeline
Being a successful business leader has always been associated with a fast-paced management style, but today more than ever, leaders must constantly adapt and be prepared to navigate rapid change. Leadership roles across organizations of all types have become increasingly complex, requiring the ability to balance competing priorities at the same time. In this environment,
DHR Global Grows Sports Practice with Jobplex’s Acquisition of Ascension Sports Partners
Jobplex, the Chicago-based partner company of DHR Global, has acquired Ascension Sports Partners, an executive search and talent advisory firm specializing in sports, entertainment, and collegiate athletics. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Ascension founder and president Dan Rossetti joins Jobplex as a partner, working alongside DHR’s sports practice. “This acquisition marks an important expansion of
Russell Reynolds Associates Tapped by the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization to Lead CEO Search
Global leadership advisory firm Russell Reynolds Associates has been retained by the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) to lead in its search for a new president and chief executive officer. Andrew Kriegler, its inaugural president and CEO, has informed the board of directors that he will not be seeking a further term. The board has commenced the
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
Solomon Page Launches AI Retained Executive Search Practice
New York City headquartered executive search firm Solomon Page has launched a retained executive search practice dedicated to artificial intelligence leadership. The practice is led by managing director Ryan Kellner. The practice partners with organizations in financial services, healthcare, life sciences, and venture-backed technology to place chief AI officers, heads of AI, heads of data science, and
Ema Raises $77 Million in Funding
Enterprise adoption of artificial intelligence is moving beyond experimentation as companies look for tools that can deliver measurable outcomes across core business functions. As organizations seek to automate more complex workflows in areas such as HR, IT, and finance, investors are increasingly backing platforms designed to operate at enterprise scale rather than remain stuck in
The Counteroffer Dilemma: What Candidates Need to Know Before Resigning
Landing the job offer of your dreams should be the culmination of a successful search process. But for many professionals, one of the most difficult parts comes after the offer is accepted: telling a current employer they are leaving. A recent report from The Bridger Group examines how companies respond when valued employees resign and
True Launches Boutique Search Practice for Venture-Backed Companies
Global executive talent platform True has launched True Venture Studios, a boutique executive search practice serving founders and venture-backed companies across AI infrastructure, HardTech, SpaceTech, DefenseTech, Fintech, healthcare, and life sciences, among others. “True Venture Studios is our way of reasserting our roots, giving founders a dedicated team that moves at their speed and fights for the
Vetted Solutions Recruits CEO for GO2 for Lung Cancer
Washington, D.C.-based Vetted Solutions has placed David Benson as the new CEO of GO2 for Lung Cancer. “David is an exceptional leader with a deep commitment to improving the lives of people affected by cancer,” said GO2 board president Rick Sherlock. “His collaborative leadership style, strategic vision, and ability to build meaningful partnerships make him the right
PitchBook Calls 2024 A Rebuilding Year for Global M&A
M&A deal activity rose five to 10 percent year-over-year in the first quarter, despite falling short of Q4 2023 totals, according to new data released by PitchBook. Deal multiples have remained stable, meanwhile – “a sign that the valuation reset may be complete, and have room to move higher to catch up with elevated prices of
Spencer Stuart to Lead COO Search for UVA
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been chosen by the University of Virginia to lead in the search for a new executive vice president and chief operating officer. The University of Virginia is based in Charlottesville, VA and was founded in 1819 by Thomas Jefferson. Spencer Stuart is an executive search firm with 51 offices
Google Head of HR Joins Evolv Board
Evolv, a provider of science-based, on-demand talent matching and intelligence solutions, has added Laszlo Bock, global head of human resources of Google, to its board of directors. Mr. Bock also serves on the advisory board of Catalyst, a nonprofit corporate membership research and advisory organization geared towards changing workplaces. Under Mr. Bock's leadership, Google has
eQuest Opens in Germany
eQuest, a provider of job posting distribution and job posting management, has opened its fourth European office in Frankfurt, Germany. The new office opening will offer enhanced local service, direct access to local personnel and expanded regional access to services. As part of an aggressive global expansion plan, eQuest has opened new offices in New
TheLadders.com Creates New National TV Commercials
Online job service TheLadders.com has launched a new television commercial campaign that celebrates how TheLadders makes professional candidates more attractive to employers and recruiters. The new commercial spots were created by Fallon Minneapolis and will air nationally on broadcast and cable television networks. “Starting this January, premium members of TheLadders will be assigned their own
TRANSEARCH Adds Consultant in Frankfurt
TRANSEARCH International has added executive search consultant Gerhard Görke in Frankfurt. Mr. Görke has a special focus on banks in Central and Eastern Europe. He has gathered consulting experience at Roland Berger, Neumann and recently at Herbold Fischer. Prior to that, he was working nationally and internationally as a senior sales executive at Software AG,
CTPartners Leading CFO Search for Dialogic
CTPartners has been selected by Dialogic Inc. to lead in its search for a new chief financial officer. Al Wood, the company’s current CFO, has announced his departure. Dialoic and its subsidiaries provide communications platforms and technology to enterprise and service provider markets. CTPartners is a global executive search firm offering expertise in technology, media
First Advantage Acquired by Symphony Technology Group
First Advantage, a global provider of workforce solutions, today announced that Symphony Technology Group, a private equity firm with a strategic focus on software and service. Under the terms of the acquisition, which closed December 30, 2010, First Advantage will operate as a portfolio company of the Symphony Technology Group. First Advantage CEO Todd Mavis
Ultimate Software Selected by Wolf Steel for HCM Solution
Ultimate Software, a provider of unified human capital management SaaS solutions for global businesses, has announced that Ontario-based Wolf Steel Ltd., a private company that manufactures and distributes hearth technology, furniture, and accessories, has selected UltiPro as its single platform for unified human capital management (HCM). “UltiPro provides a complete, unified, and scalable HCM solution
Enwisen AnswerSource HR Service Delivery Becomes Part of Lawson Softwares
Lawson Software, a provider of human capital management software, has completed its acquisition of privately held Enwisen. Based in Novato, CA, Enwisen served approximately 260 customers, including many in the Fortune 1000. The all-cash transaction of $70 million closed on Dec. 31, 2010. The Enwisen AnswerSource HR Service Delivery suite helps companies transform and improve
Stronger Employment Trends Expected for 2011
Twenty-four percent of employers plan to hire full-time, permanent employees in 2011, up from 20 percent in 2010 and 14 percent in 2009, according to CareerBuilder’s 2011 Job Forecast. Seven percent plan to decrease headcount, an improvement from nine percent in 2010 and 16 percent in 2009. Fifty-eight percent anticipate no change in their staff
Nosal Partners Finds Chief for Red Wing Shoe
Executive recruiter Nosal Partners LLC has placed Ralph D. Balestriere as chief financial officer at Red Wing Shoe Company. Mr. Balestriere was previously senior vice president and CFO at Teleflex Medical. The search was conducted by David Nosal, chairman and CEO, and Terri Naughtin, managing partner of the firm’s Minneapolis office. Based in Red Wing,
StepStone Solutions Implemented by Huawei
Huawei, a provider of next-generation telecommunications network solutions, has implemented StepStone Solutions Talent Acquisition to manage its expanding recruitment needs in the Nordic region. “Against strong competition, Huawei choose our talent acquisition solution, proving again that StepStone Solutions offers a strong and flexible product that meets the demands of a growing international company like Huawei,”
Carmichael Fisher Expands Team
Executive search firm Carmichael Fisher has named Ouarda Guellou and Jonathan Rossotto as research associates. Ms. Guellou, who previously served as a researcher and project manager at Antheneum Partners, will support the life sciences searches. Mr. Rossotto, formerly a corporate trainer and assistant at NeWorld Educatio, will focus on industry searches. “Our business across Europe
Buck Consultants Adds Former Towers Watson Executive
Buck Consultants, a Xerox company and provider of human resource and benefits consulting, has added Sherri Bockhorst as a principal in the firm’s St. Louis office. Ms. Bockhorst will serve in the health and productivity practice. With 15 years of consulting experience, she joins Buck from Towers Watson, where she led the St. Louis health
Job Search Television Network Partners with the RightThing
Job Search Television Network (JSTN) has announced a new partnership with global recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) provider The RightThing. The alliance will combine The RightThing's recruitment process outsourcing solutions with JSTN's Search Engine Optimized video and multi-channel media recruitment and branding platform. “In a competitive talent landscape, organizations who commit to aggressive marketing strategies that
Most Companies Have No CEO Succession Plan
A majority of global companies do not have a CEO succession plan in place, even though they regard CEO succession as an important element of overall corporate governance, according to the Korn/Ferry Executive Survey. Nearly all companies surveyed – 98 percent – regard CEO succession planning as an important piece of the overall corporate governance
Amrop Grows Presence in Romania
Global executive search firm Amrop has announced the appointment of a new member firm in Romania, expanding the organization’s presence to 17 offices in Central & Eastern Europe. Operating as Amrop (formerly The Searchers), Amrop’s newest member firm is led by founding partners Oana Ciornei and Marius Precu, and joined by Iulia Pietruschevici as senior
Sheffield Haworth Adds to Global Equities Search Practice
London-based Sheffield Haworth has added Juliette Marrannes in London as part of the continuing expansion of the firm’s global equities search practice. Ms. Marrannes will be responsible for the equity derivatives practice in Europe and the U.S., where she will be advising clients on their strategic hiring in the fields of equity derivatives, fund derivatives,
Isaacson, Miller Leading CEO Search for Employment Resources, Inc.
Isaacson, Miller has been selected by Employment Resources, Inc. to lead in its search for a new president and chief executive officer. Monroe Moseley and Donna Cramer of Isaacson, Miller are leading the assignment. Employment Resources, Inc. (ERI), established in 1987, is a $2-3 million, private, entrepreneurial, not-for-profit corporation. Founded in 1982, Isaacson, Miller focuses
ZRG Acquires Strating Point Companies
ZRG Partners Inc., a global provider of executive search and talent management solutions, has acquired Starting Point Companies, LLC, an advisory firm focused on executive compensation, board governance and director education within community banks. Currently, ZRG provides executive search and talent management solutions to banks on a global basis while SPC specializes in providing executive
Preston | Reffett Completes Search for TopCo Associates
Executive search firm Preston | Reffett’s Richmond office has placed Robin Vogel as senior vice president, center store procurement at Topco Associates LLC. Ms. Vogel was previously with Sara Lee Corporation in Chicago where she served as the company's vice president of procurement operations and was responsible for setting the company's overall global procurement strategy.
Advantage Professional Opens Operations in Singapore
International recruitment company Advantage Professional has launched operations in Singapore. The new office will be directed by Steve Plant, who brings 15 years of recruitment experience within Asia Pacific markets, with specific focus on the building and management of multi-site international operations. The Singapore office represents the first steps in Advantage Professional's expansion within Asia.
TheLadders.com Adds Former MTV Exec
TheLadders.com, an online job service, has added Nicholas Rockwell as chief technology officer. Mr. Rockwell will oversee and manage the technology development and operations for consumer and enterprise products and services. He joins TheLadders.com from MTV Networks, where he served as executive vice president and chief technology officer, digital media technology. “Throughout his career Nick
15SecondResume Creates New Tools for Job Seekers
15SecondResume has launched its exclusive, customized, copyrighted, online on-demand resume writing training tool. This specialty training program was developed specifically for this job market; a market that requires job candidates to be on target for each specific opportunity they are applying for. Led by Hal Eskenazi, a recruiting & employee training expert, the 90-minute long
Companies View Talent as Biggest Obstacle to Growth
As companies worldwide begin to position themselves for future, a new survey by global professional services company Towers Watson finds that concerns over their ability to attract and retain key talent, or to plan for an orderly replacement of talent, could thwart those efforts. The survey also found significant gaps in employers' capabilities to address
Leadership Capital Group Appoints Practice Head
Leadership Capital Group, a North American and EMEA executive search firm, has expanded its energy and aerospace practice by promoting senior vice president Dan Peoples to head the practice. Earlier in his career, Mr. Peoples worked in executive recruiting both in corporate and retained search with such companies as Sapient and Christian & Timbers (now
IRC Adds Hunt Executive Search
IRC Global Executive Search Partners (IRC) has added Hunt Executive Search as a new member firm. The North Carolina-based company specializes in the consumer products industry, including personal care, food and beverage, OTC pharmaceuticals, household and automotive, nutritionals and durables. “We believe Hunt Executive Search’s focus on a culture of initiative, integrity, teamwork and trust
Parker Executive Search Retained by TSU
Atlanta-headquartered Parker Executive Search has been retained by Texas State University to lead the search for its next football coach. Parker Executive Search is a retained executive search firm that conducts executive searches globally for corporations, colleges and universities, and collegiate athletics.
Navigant Implements Oracle’s PeopleSoft Integration Tool
Navigart Consulting, an independent consulting firm specializing companies undergoing substantial regulatory or business-model change, has implemented Oracle’s PeopleSoft Enterprise 9.1. With 2,500 employees across its global offices, Navigant needed a single industry-specific technology platform that could integrate financial and HR information to increase operational efficiencies and support its continued growth. “Our business is based on
Waterstone Human Capital Adds Former DHR Recruiter
Waterstone Human Capital, an executive search and professional recruitment firm, has added Alan Small to the firm as managing director. Mr. Small has been conducting executive search for the past 20 years at the CEO and senior management level in a variety of functional areas, including finance, marketing, lending services, human resources and information technology,
Coleman Lew Signs Agreement with Premier Purchasing Partners
Executive search firm Coleman Lew & Associates has been selected by Premier Purchasing Partners LP, the group purchasing unit of Premier Healthcare Alliance. Under terms of the three-year agreement, Premier members will have the option of using Coleman Lew & Associates' resources at specially negotiated prices for executive search services. “Our firm's 30-year track record
