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Odgers Makes Leadership Changes in India
Odgers has announced a leadership transition for its India operations. Kaushik DasGupta, who leads the consumer, retail & media practice in Asia-Pacific, has been promoted to managing partner – India. Concurrently, Prasad Medury, who has led the India business for the past eight years, will continue to serve as chairman India. “I am delighted to announce
The Secret Ingredient for Transformational Leadership in a PE backed Environment
Private equity firms are under more pressure than ever to deliver returns in an increasingly crowded and high-stakes market. Amid this intensity, leadership quality has emerged as a critical lever for driving growth, mitigating risk, and maximizing value creation. In today’s competitive private equity landscape, where achieving a return on investment is challenging and the
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.
Reducing Risk Through Informed Executive Search
As organizations face increasing pressure to make the right leadership decisions, executive search is becoming less about simply filling senior roles and more about reducing risk of a bad hire through better information, stronger alignment, and a deeper understanding of the leadership market. Companies are increasingly seeking search partners that can provide strategic insight before
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?
Rokos Group Seeking CHRO for Keck Medicine of USC
Newport Beach, CA-based executive search firm Rokos Group has been retained by Keck Medicine of USC to lead in its search for a new chief human resources officer. The CHRO will serve as a strategic executive leader responsible for recommending, developing, implementing, administering, interpreting, coordinating, and evaluating human resources strategies, policies, programs, laws, and procedures pertaining to
Academic Career & Executive Search Retained by Briar Cliff University to Find New CFO
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) has been selected by Briar Cliff University to lead in its search for a vice president of finance and chief financial officer. Jennifer Muller, managing partner, is leading the assignment. Briar Cliff University seeks a strategic and entrepreneurial financial leader. Reporting directly to the president and serving as a member of the
How Adaptive Governance Is Reshaping Leadership in Private Equity
Private equity firms have transformed how they create value, placing greater emphasis on operational execution, leadership effectiveness, and strategic oversight throughout the investment lifecycle. As a result, executive search firms are increasingly being called upon not only to recruit high-impact leaders and board directors, but also to identify executives capable of operating within governance models
Why the Chief AI Officer Is Becoming a C-Suite Essential
Artificial intelligence is reshaping executive leadership, prompting organizations to rethink who should guide enterprise-wide AI strategy and oversee its responsible adoption. As companies move beyond experimentation to large-scale implementation, executive search firms are seeing growing demand for leaders who can combine technical expertise with business acumen, regulatory awareness, and the ability to drive transformation across
Yale University Taps Lindauer to Lead Vice President for Alumni Affairs and Development
Lindauer has been retained by Yale University to lead in its search for a vice president for alumni affairs and development. The search is being led by Lindauer CEO Deb Taft, executive vice president Faith Montgomery and senior consultant Andrew Machado. Yale University seeks an accomplished, visionary, and collaborative leader. Reporting directly to president Maurie McInnis and serving
What a Great Executive Onboarding Plan Actually Looks Like
Executive search firms devote significant time and expertise to identifying leaders capable of driving organizational success, yet the work of ensuring those executives thrive often begins only after the search concludes. As organizations face mounting pressure to maximize leadership investments and accelerate executive impact, onboarding is emerging as a critical extension of the search process
Slone Partners Recruits Chief Scientific Officer for Prolynx
Life sciences-focused search firm Slone Partners has recruited Amer Mirza as chief scientific officer at Prolynx, a biotechnology company developing a next-generation portfolio of ultra-long-acting medicines for obesity and related metabolic conditions. “Dr. Amer Mirza is an accomplished scientific leader whose deep expertise in drug discovery and development and passion for innovation make him exceptionally well suited to serve as
Wilson Appoints New CEO
Global talent solutions provider Wilson has announced a planned leadership transition as founder and CEO John Wilson moves into a role on the board after nearly 24 years leading the company. Jean-Francois Vezina has been appointed CEO and will lead the next phase of Wilson’s growth and innovation. “It was important to me that the company be
ATS vs. CRM: Why Both Matter in Executive Search
An ATS is designed to move candidates through a single search, not to maintain relationships over the years between searches. In executive search, however, those long-term relationships are where most of the revenue is actually generated. A new report from Recruiterflow breaks down the difference between an ATS and an executive search CRM, why relationship-driven
Potrero Group Leads Search for the Leader of Bay Area’s Largest Trail Network
San Francisco-based leadership consulting and search firm Potrero Group has assisted in the recruitment of Kirsten Saenz Tobey as the executive director of the Bay Area Ridge Trail Council. This follows a national search. “Kirsten brings exactly the combination of strategic vision, entrepreneurial leadership, and genuine passion for conservation that this moment calls for,” said Taylor
Caldwell Appoints COO; Announces New Regional Managing Partner Structure
Toronto-based Caldwell has named John Blank as chief operating officer. The firm has also established a new regional managing partner structure designed to support the firm’s continued growth, strengthen operational effectiveness, and enhance coordination across its global platform. In his new role, Mr. Blank will oversee Caldwell’s business and people operations, including regional leadership, talent and people
The Evolution of the CHRO: From Personnel to Enterprise Leadership
The responsibilities of today’s chief human resources officer extend far beyond talent management, reflecting a broader shift in how organizations view leadership and business performance. As workforce transformation, artificial intelligence, and organizational change reshape corporate priorities, the CHRO has become an increasingly influential voice in helping CEOs and boards navigate strategic decisions. Not long ago,
GHP Search Assists Christel House with the Recruitment of New Board Members
GHP Search, formerly known as Greenwich Harbor Partners, has helped Christel House Intl. to recruit John Gomes, partner, global telecom and technology at Bain & Co, and former partner, software at Kearney, Mani Iyer, chief AI and technology officer at Vanguard and former SVP – global head of infrastructure, data and technology at Paypal. Mr. Gomes is a globally recognized transformation and strategy leader in
TOC Arts Partners Assists Union Arts Center with the Recruitment of First Artistic Director
Following an extensive national search, New York City-based TOC Arts Partners has assisted Union Arts Center in Seattle, WA, with the recruitment of Yuvika Tolani as the first permanent artistic director. The search was led by vice president of executive search, Cynthia Fuhrman. “As a former resident of Seattle myself, I have enjoyed many performances
Why PE Organizations Need to Apply Their Own Playbook to Themselves
Private equity firms have long applied rigorous operating frameworks to the companies they acquire, but many have yet to bring that same discipline to their own organizations. As market conditions demand stronger operational execution and more consistent value creation, leading firms are rethinking how they structure teams, define leadership roles, and integrate operating expertise across
ZRG Aspen Leadership Group Seeking Chief of Development for the American LGBTQ+ Museum
ZRG Aspen Leadership Group was recently retained by the American LGBTQ+ Museum to lead in its search for chief of development. Jeanette Rivera-Watts is leading the assignment. Reporting to the executive director, the chief of development will provide the leadership, direction, and coordination of fundraising strategies and activities to advance the mission of the American
Lochlin Partners Recruits CFO for the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association
Lochlin Partners has recruited Janelle Padgett as VP and CFO of the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association in Glen Allen, VA. Ms. Padgett has more than 25 years of progressive executive leadership experience across complex healthcare systems, including multiple CFO, controller, and senior finance leadership roles within both for-profit and non-profit healthcare organizations. Most recently,
Why PE Firms Need Operational CFOs as Executive Growth Planners
Consider a private equity deal team forced to hold a portfolio company well beyond its planned exit timeline—not because the business underperformed, but because the IPO market stalled and potential buyers disappeared. Today, that scenario is more common than exceptional, a recent report from Odgers explained. “In an era where capital is abundant but exits
Executive Hiring Without Borders: Navigating the Opportunities and Risks
Remote work has transformed how we do business. When it comes to hiring, there are no borders. Companies can choose leaders from around the globe to guide their organizations. While beneficial, this can also present issues, according to a new report from Stahl Recruiting Executive Search, an executive search firm specializing in the railway industry. “When
Academic Search Recruits 10th President for the University of Saint Mary
Following a nationwide search, education-focused executive recruiter Academic Search has assisted in the recruitment of Ann Marie Fallon as the 10th president of the University of Saint Mary (USM) in Leavenworth, KS. Senior consultants Suzanne Mellon and Disa Mason led the assignment. She will succeed Sister Diane Steele, who has led USM for 25 years and last summer announced her
Why Human Judgment Will Matter More in the Age of AI
AI will accomplish extraordinary things—but it will also tempt us to mistake output for humanity. It has the potential to boost productivity, reduce costs, accelerate insight and innovation, and, when used thoughtfully, even deepen our self-awareness. As AI agents and systems become increasingly capable of showing reasoning, empathy, and elements of judgment, many people will
The Tolan Group Recruits VP of Payor Strategy at CCRM Fertility
The Tolan Group (TTG) has placed Marianne Fanning as vice president of payor strategy at CCRM Fertility, bringing extensive experience in managed care strategy, payor relations, and reimbursement optimization. Ms. Fanning’s appointment reflects CCRM Fertility’s continued investment in expanding patient access, strengthening payor partnerships, and supporting the organization’s long-term growth strategy. Prior to joining CCRM Fertility,
Kaye/Bassman Names Leader of North Division, Construction and Real Estate Practice
Plano, TX-based executive search firm Kaye/Bassman International (KBIC), a Starfish Partners company, has named Lee Martin as managing director and practice leader of the north division within its construction and real estate practice. In this expanded leadership role, he will lead the continued growth of the firm’s commercial real estate, building construction, and construction technology practices across the northern United States, further advancing KBIC’s integrated
How Executive Search Is Evolving Alongside Private Equity
With private equity firms placing greater emphasis on operational execution and long-term value creation, expectations around leadership strategy are rapidly evolving. Search firms are increasingly being asked to move beyond traditional recruiting models and serve as broader talent advisors aligned with investment outcomes. In this environment, the distinction between transactional hiring and strategic partnership is
DSG | Koya Retained by Gilda’s Club Chicago for CEO Search
DSG | Koya has been tapped by Gilda’s Club Chicago to lead in its search for a new CEO. The search is being led by Cheryl Stevens and Claire Hunt. The next CEO will have the chance to build on Gilda’s Club Chicago’s strong foundation while leaving a lasting mark—expanding its reach, deepening community and healthcare
Hiring Confidence Slows as Employers Steer Economic Headwinds
Employer hiring intentions continue to moderate for the second quarter of 2024, according to the lates ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey. The research is based on data collected from more than 40,000 employers in 41 countries. Used internationally as a bellwether of labor market trends, the Net Employment Outlook (NEO) — calculated by subtracting the percentage of employers who
American Staffing Association Elects William C. Yoh Chairman
Yoh, a provider of talent and outsourcing services, has announced that William C. Yoh, chairman of Yoh and chief customer officer of Day & Zimmermann, has been chosen as chairman of the American Staffing Association's (ASA). In 2009, Mr. Yoh became chairman of Yoh and chief customer officer of Day & Zimmermann and before that
Korn Ferry to Lead CEO Search for Blockbuster
Korn/Ferry International has been retained by Blockbuster Inc. to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer by the end of the year, as required by a financing agreement included in Blockbuster’s bankruptcy reorganization. Melanie Kusin, vice chairman in Korn/Ferry’s board & CEO services practice in New York, will lead the search. Korn/Ferry
Boyden Study Finds Push for Profit Boosts C-Level Hiring
Fresh hiring decisions are being made at senior management levels, due to CEOs' bold moves to reshape businesses to the more permanent competitive reality, according to the quarterly Boyden’s Executive Outlook report. Demand for management talent in wealth management and treasury in financial services; e-commerce in technology and consumer companies; and country managers for mining
Tatum Adds Managing Director
Executive services firm Tatum LLC has named Robert Hostetler as managing partner of its Mid-Atlantic practice. Mr. Hostetler previously served as mid-Atlantic managing partner at Tatum from 2003 to 2007. Most recently he was chief financial officer of Language and Computing, Inc., which was recently acquired by Nuance Communications, Inc. “Bob's extensive background in CFO,
Laurence Simons Establishes New York Presence
International legal recruiter Laurence Simons has launched a new office in New York which will be run by co-managing partners of North America Danice Kowalczyk and Carey Bertolet. “Particularly among New York law firms, the hiring season this year will be even more frenetic,” said Naveen Tuli, managing director of Laurence Simons. “For many firms
Interview: How Healthy is HR Now and What Does the Future Hold? (Part 1)
Chris Roebuck advises organizations on delivering organizational performance improvement through people. He is visiting professor of transformational leadership at Cass Business School in London and he has held senior HR roles at HSBC, KPMG and UBS where the project he worked on is now a Harvard Business School case study. Mr. Roebuck also writes for
Inside Edge Legal (IEL) Adds Managing Directors
Inside Edge Legal (IEL), the legal contract staffing affiliate of legal search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa, has added Melanie Klinghoffer as a managing director in its Washington, D.C., office and Ronald Taupier as a managing director in Boston. "Melanie and Ron are tremendous additions for us," said Greg Richter, IEL's global practice leader. "As
Keystone Search Places President at MHTA
Minneapolis-based executive search consulting firm KeyStone Search has recruited Margaret Anderson Kelliher as president The Minnesota High Tech Association (MHTA). Currently, Ms. Kelliher serves as speaker of the Minnesota House of Representatives and was recently an endorsed candidate for governor of Minnesota. MHTA promotes the growth, sustainability and global competitiveness of Minnesota's technology-based economy through
Adecco Selected by CydCor
HR solutions company Adecco’s Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) division, part of Adecco Group, has signed a multi-year RPO contract with Cydcor. “Our ability to stay focused on high quality customer service across our blue chip portfolio of more than 50 enterprise-wide RPO clients, which has been validated by our top industry rankings, enables leading organizations
McDermott & Bull Completes Search for SolarFlare Communications
Irvine, CA-based McDermott & Bull has placed David Parry as vice president of engineering for Solarflare Communications. “Solarflare was looking for someone to lead the development engineering effort for the entire company. Due to the competitive nature of this market, the ideal candidate needed to have a strong technical understanding and vision, as well as
MasterCard SVP HR Joins the Conference Board
The Conference Board has named Rebecca Ray as managing director of human capital. Ms. Ray was previously senior vice president, global talent management & development for MasterCard Worldwide, where she was responsible for organizational learning, training, management and leadership development, employee engagement, performance management, executive assessment, coaching, organizational development, and succession planning. She also has
Korn Ferry Adds Managing Director in Switzerland
Korn/Ferry International has added Stefan Steger as managing director of Switzerland. Mr. Steger joins Korn/Ferry after more than 10 years at Heidrick & Struggles, where he served as a managing partner in Austria and Central and Eastern Europe. Throughout his career, he has built an expertise in executive recruiting, leadership consulting, senior leadership reviews and
One-In-Five Employers to Hire Staff in Q4
Twenty-one percent of employers expect to add full-time, permanent employees in the fourth quarter, according to CareerBuilder and USA TODAY's Q4 2010 Job Forecast. The October to December period is the fourth consecutive quarter where at least one-in-five employers planned to increase headcount. The survey, which was conducted by Harris Interactive from August 17 to
B. E. Smith to Lead HR Search for Covenant Health
Executive search firm B. E. Smith has been selected Covenant Health to lead in its search for an EVP of human resources. Covenant Health a healthcare provider in East Tennessee, serving thousands of patients at seven acute care hospitals and 10 member organizations. B. E. Smith is a provider of executive search services to healthcare
Eames Consulting Looking to Increase Staff
Recruiting firm Eames Consulting Group has announced that it has created over 50 new positions for recruiters, researchers and support staff in its London global headquarters. “The group continues to consistently perform extremely well and we have taken on additional office space to accommodate the need to expand each of our seven specialist divisions,” said
Green Park Appoints Special Advisor
Green Park Interim & Executive Resourcing has assigned Steve Barnett, CEO of the NHS Confederation, as a special advisor working with the firm’s healthcare practice. Prior to his tenure with the NHS Confederation and NHS Employers, Mr. Barnett was senior director for HR and organizational development at the Home Office, and deputy director general of
Morgan Samuels Places Chief Accounting Officer at Verde Realty
Morgan Samuels Company, an L.A.-based executive recruiter, has placed Allan S. Tong as chief accounting officer and corporate controller at Verde Realty. Mr. Tong most recently served as the vice president, regional controller at Brookfield Properties Corporation. Verde Realty is a self-managed and self-administered real estate investment trust, which acquires and manages multi-family residential and
Beyond.com Acquires Orbius
Beyond.com, Inc., a network of niche career communities, has acquired Orbius, a social website platform that allows businesses to create and govern their own full featured social or professional networking community website for their members, employees or customers. The acquisition will allow Beyond members to evolve beyond the employment experience into new ways to connect
Tarnow Associates Adds Consumer Goods and Pharmaceutical Recruiter
Executive search firm Tarnow Associates has named Natalia K. Bilash as senior vice president. Ms. Bilash brings 10 years of diverse consumer goods and pharmaceutical industry experience to the firm. “I'm thrilled that Natalia has joined our team,” said Emil Vogel, president and CEO. “Her presence will enhance our strength in the consumer goods and
Pinstripe Partners with Job Search Television Network
Pinstripe, Inc., a human resources and recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) company, has partnered with Job Search Television Network (JSTN), a multimedia platform for promoting career opportunities. As part of the recruitment marketing activities that Pinstripe performs, the company will create video job reports and cultural profiles through JSTN and promote them through social networks established
Heidrick & Struggles Expands Financial Services Infrastructure Practice
Executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has added Dan Mullin to its New York office as partner in its financial services infrastructure practice. Mr. Mullin will deliver executive search and leadership development services to financial clients in the region as well as globally. Mr. Mullin joins Heidrick & Struggles after 21 years with Accenture,
Human Capital Institute Forms Partnership with HR People & Strategy
The Human Capital Institute (HCI) and HR People & Strategy (HRPS), an association for strategic human resources executives, have formed an alliance aimed at providing a wider, more comprehensive range of benefits for their respective members. With this agreement, HCI provides unlimited access to their Executive Membership program to HRPS members. In return, HRPS provides
Cheyenne Group Recruits Chief Revenue Officer for Vault.com
Executive search firm The Cheyenne Group has placed Robert Taylor as chief revenue officer of Vault.com. Mr. Taylor will be responsible for all major revenue sources, including recruitment sales, enterprise licensing and e-commerce. He comes to Vault with over 20 years of expertise in the recruitment space, beginning his career as a recruiter and successfully
HumanConcepts Releases OrgPlus 9
HumanConcepts, a provider of workforce decision support solutions, has released organizational charting software, OrgPlus 9. With over 50 new best-practice based templates and reports, the software allows small and medium businesses, departmental managers and organizational design professionals to improve visibility into their organizational structures, save time in producing detailed workforce analysis and develop a deeper
Korn Ferry Expands Real Estate Practice
Korn/Ferry International has appointed William P. Kistler as a senior client partner in its U.K. and EMEA real estate search practice. Based in London, Mr. Kistler brings more than 30 years of international real estate experience working with global and entrepreneurial companies. He joins Korn/Ferry from the Urban Land Institute (ULI) where he served as
Harvey Nash Expands Board
Global search and talent solutions firm Harvey Nash has added Ian Davies to its board as an independent non-executive director and chairman of the audit committee. Mr. Davies is a former audit partner, and has publicly-listed board experience. He is currently deputy chairman of BMT Group Limited, and a member of the Council at the
Isaacson, Miller Completes Search for American Geophysical Union
Isaacson, Miller has placed Christine W. McEntee as executive director of the American Geophysical Union. Ms. McEntee is the former executive vice president and chief executive officer of the American Institute of Architects. Prior to that, she was CEO of the American College of Cardiology and its affiliated Foundation. Founded in 1982, Isaacson, Miller focuses
Dillistone Posts Eight Percent Revenue Gain
Dillistone Systems, a global supplier of software for executive recruiters, has posted an eight percent rise in revenues for the first half of 2010. Overall revenue rose to GBP 1.968m and non-recurring revenues was up 22 percent. Basic earnings per share increased 3.9 percent, while operating profits improved by 10 percent. “Against an unsettled economic
eQuest Selected by Technomedia
eQuest, a provider of job posting distribution and job posting management, has been selected by Technomedia, a software provider specializing in the development and integration of solutions for managing and training talent. Technomedia services clients in North America and Europe with global operations. “eQuest is pleased it can assist Technomedia’s customers gain access to the
AESC Forms Partnership with Vizibility
The Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) has partnered with Vizibility Inc., developers of the first SearchMe Button for Google. The partnership will allow AESC member search consultants the ability to optimize Google search results for their name or firm name while also learning more about the service and how they can use it while
Heidrick & Struggles Adds Partner in Singapore
Executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has named Pratap Nambiar as a partner in its Singapore office. Mr. Nambiar, who brings with him over 35 years of experience in the consumer, industrial and professional services industries, will work with Heidricks' leadership consulting practice to deliver an integrated solution combining leadership consulting with executive search
