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HTP Group Launches Leadership Consulting Practice
Hightech Partners (HTP Group) has launched its enhanced leadership consulting practice. This expanded offering equips organizations to address urgent leadership challenges, improve team dynamics, and prepare for digital and AI-driven change through tailored, high-impact solutions. “Today’s leadership challenges demand more than experience, they require insight, agility, and cohesive teams ready to adapt and innovate,” said Raffaele
Solomon Page Fills Senior Role for Echo Design Group
The fashion, beauty, and consumer products division of New York City headquartered executive search firm Solomon Page has assisted in the recruitment of Patrizia Ciccarelli as managing director of Echo Design Group. Managing director Sue Lamoreaux led the search, along with Julie Stern, vice president, using a highly consultative and customized strategy—aligning the process with specific goals of
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
Startup Leaders Upbeat, Poised for Growth After Turbulent Stretch
According to a just-released Business Leaders Outlook report from JP Morgan Chase, innovation economy leaders are still grappling with the fallout from three years of economic turbulence. But three in four leaders at early-stage startups, venture-backed and high growth companies are confident about their company’s performance heading into 2024. U.S. startup leaders, according to the report, differ
Nosal Partners Recruits Chief Security Post at Juniper
Executive recruiter Nosal Partners LLC has placed Leslie K. Lambert as chief information security officer at Juniper Networks, Inc. Ms. Lambert was previously vice president of information technology and chief information security officer at Sun Microsystems, Inc. The search was conducted by Robert G. Fong, managing partner for the global advanced technology practice at Nosal
Taleo Purchases Learn.com for $125 Million
Taleo, a provider of on demand talent management solutions, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire strategic partner Learn.com, Inc. for approximately $125 million in cash. Learn.com is a leading next generation provider of SaaS learning management solutions, a market estimated to be $1 billion in 2011 according to Bersin & Associates. Learn.com's solutions are
Stepstone’s MrTedTalentLink Selected by McKee Foods
MrTedTalentLink has been selected by McKee Foods Corporation, a privately held, family-run company, with more than 6,000 employees in the U.S. and Canada. “We're delighted to add a prestigious brand like McKee Foods to our global client list of over 1,600 customers,” said StepStone Solutions CEO, Matthew Parker. StepStone Solutions, a London-based provider of human
SearchPath Posts 21 Percent Revenue Gain
SearchPath International, Inc., the subsidiary company of human capital solutions provider SearchPath HCS, Inc., recorded a 21 percent increase in revenue generated by search and recruiting services for the first eight months of 2010. “The last couple of years have been very difficult for the industry, which is usually one of the first impacted by
Kenexa to Acquire Salary.com
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has entered into an agreement to acquire Salary.com, Inc. in an all cash tender offer and merger for $4.07 per share, or approximately $80 million. Kenexa expects to complete the cash tender offer and close the transaction during the fourth quarter of 2010. Salary.com
Morgan Samuels Finds New CEO for Investigative News Network
Morgan Samuels Company, an L.A.-based executive recruiter, has recruited Kevin L. J. Davis as chief executive officer at Investigative News Network. Mr. Davis had most recently been the chief operating officer at The Wrap News, Incorporated. Investigative News Network seeks to connect and network journalism entities at all levels to foster the “highest quality investigative
Execu|Search Group Creates Legal Support Division
The Execu|Search Group has announced the addition of its legal support division. Spencer Smolinsky, a director at the firm, will be overseeing the new division which will service law firms and corporations throughout New York City and the Tri-State area. The legal support division will provide full-time, temporary/consulting, and temporary-to-full-time placement services for a variety
Beyond.com Joins the Network, Replacing HotJobs
Beyond.com, Inc., a network of niche career communities, has been selected by The Network, an online provider of recruitment solutions, to be its exclusive provider of recruitment services in the U.S. market for their multinational clients, replacing Yahoo! HotJobs. The Network is used by more than 1,000 customers with access to a pool of 100
Jobserve and IT World Canada Launch Job Site
JobServe Canada and IT World Canada have launched their co-branded niche technology job board, jobs.itworldcanada.com. Using the new site, companies with technology job openings utilize two simple job posting services, both of which provide guarantees of the quality of the response with in-built filtering tools to ensure applicants meet the minimum requirements for the job.
Agilium Worldwide Adds Executive.se to Organization
Agilium Worldwide, LLC, (formerly World Search Alliance) has added executive.se to its international organization. Based in Stockholm, executive.se, formally known as Mannerfelt, Göransson & von Schreeb Chefsrekrytering AB, sources executives for companies facing major challenges and change processes. The firm recruits executive managers, specialist and board members for listed and unlisted companies in both Western
Crown Advisors Hires Real Estate Veteran
Crown Advisors, an executive search firm focused exclusively on the real estate industry and related financial services businesses, has named David Jacobstein as a managing director. Mr. Jacobstein will concentrate his efforts on real estate operating companies and service organizations and will lead the firm's board search practice. He joins Crown after having been senior
JDG Taps New Senior Finance Manager for the Endocrine Society
Executive search firm JDG Associates Ltd. and The Endocrine Society have announced Paul Hedrick as the new senior manager of finance. Mr. Hedrick has an extensive finance and technology systems background within corporate environments and non-profit organizations. Founded in 1916, The Endocrine Society is the world's oldest, largest, and most active organization devoted to research
SmartRecruiters Forms Partnership with TalentDrive
SmartRecruiters, the free recruitment software from MrTed Ltd., has partnered with TalentDrive, creator of the resume sourcing technology, TalentFilterSM. The partnership seamlessly integrates TalentFilter’s advanced resume sourcing and matching technology into SmartRecruiters, software designed specifically for businesses with up to 2,500 employees, creating a unified sourcing and applicant tracking system. “We are excited by the
Online Job Demand Dips in August
Online advertised vacancies dropped 57,100 in August to 4,236,200, following an increase of 139,200 in July, according to The Conference Board Help Wanted OnLine Data Series. The gap between the number of unemployed and advertised vacancies (supply/demand rate) stood at 3.40 unemployed for every advertised vacancy in July (the last available unemployment data) but is
Online Recruitment Activity Shows Drop
After a double-digit gain last month, managerial recruitment activity showed a slight drop in August, falling to 102.3, according to the new CareerCast.com/JobSerf Employment Index, which measures managerial recruitment activity online. The August 2010 Index dipped 4.6 points from July 2010. The Index has seen an uptick over the past year with the August 2010
3P Consultants Taps New HR Exec for Thermax
Executive search firm 3P Consultants Pvt. Ltd has placed Sharad Gangal as the new executive vice president of human resources of Thermax Ltd. Mr. Gangal previously served as general manager human resources with HDFC Standard Life Insurance he was responsible for HR, administration, training, employee engagement, resourcing and strategy for talent retention. Thermax provides a
HR.com Partners wiht Paramax
HR.com is now offering reward points to its 192,000 members with the help of its new partner, Paramax. The goal is to recognize members who contribute best practices, peer advice and other learning to build HR.com into the profession's leading authority on the Web. Debbie McGrath, CEO of HR.com, said: “Offering incentives to our membership
Major, Lindsey & Africa Fills Post for Fragomen
Legal search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa has recruited David Crenshaw as general counsel at Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen and Loewy, LLP (Fragomen). The search was led by Melanie Bennet, global practice leader of MLA’s law firm management practice and Michael Sachs, a managing director in MLA’s in-house practice group. “This position combines many elements
Halogen Software Implemented by Blitz
Halogen Software has been selected by Blitz, a marketing firm dedicated to developing communications platforms. Blitz will use Halogen to support talent management priorities such as goal alignment, engagement and retention and to drive high performance. “Performance management is critical to us as a company. We realize that employee development goes hand in hand with
The RightThing and ZeroChaos Join Forces
Global recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) provider The RightThing and ZeroChaos, a provider of workforce management solutions for contingent labor, have formed a partnership designed to provide customers with comprehensive recruiting and workforce management services. Combining The RightThing's recruitment process outsourcing solutions with ZeroChaos's contingent labor expertise, the partnership hopes to offer a more cost effective,
DHR Fills Post for Southern University System
DHR International has placed Dr. Ronald Mason as president of the Southern University System in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The Southern University System is the nation’s only historically black university system with five campuses throughout the State of Louisiana. Robert Clayton, executive vice president, Dr. Merritt Norvell, executive vice president and global head of the education
Tatum Expands Private Equity Services
Search firm Tatum LLC has named Joe Burkhart as managing director of private equity. Mr. Burkhart will be combining forces with Tatum’s West Coast private equity practice leader, James Hickey, and will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with investment banks, private equity funds and other financial services companies throughout the U.S. “Tatum is
Kenexa and JobFox Improve Job Seeker and Employer Connections
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has announced the inclusion of Jobfox.com's job board feed to Kenexa's global HR technology recruiting solution, Kenexa 2x BrassRing. Kenexa 2x BrassRing customers now will be able to post unlimited jobs to Jobfox.com through their existing Talent Gateway. Companies will also have the option
Rhino Human Resources Selected by Century21
Lone Staffing, wholly owned subsidiary of Rhino Human Resources, has signed agreements to recruit both licensed and non-licensed real estate sales people for several branch offices of Century21 throughout the U.S. While most of the company's initial client base consisted of primarily local real estate offices, the company is now attracting major brands that wish
Angott Search Group Adds Director to Insurance Practice
Angott Search Group has added Chad Darnell as a director who will focus on the continued growth of the firm's insurance division. With 13-plus years of increased responsibility in the insurance industry, Mr. Darnell brings a track record of success at both large and regional insurance carriers. “The addition of Chad to our organization will
The Execu|Search Group Opens New Office in New Jersey
The Execu|Search Group has opened a new office in Parsippany, New Jersey. Headquartered in New York City with additional offices in Bridgewater, New Jersey and Purchase, NY, this becomes the firm’s fourth office. The recruitment, temporary/consulting and retained search firm believes the Parsippany office will allow it to better serve and develop its New Jersey
J. C. Wilson Associates Completes Search for HSBC
J. C. Wilson Associates, a San Francisco-based retained search firm, has recruited Mark Pittsey as the head of Northern California private banking for HSBC in San Francisco. Mr. Pittsey was previously the head of Northern California private banking for Deutsche Bank; he was with Wells Fargo’s private bank prior to that. J.C. Wilson Associates was
PeopleClick Authoria Selected by Hertz
Peopleclick Authoria, a provider of talent acquisition and talent management solutions, has announced that The Hertz Corporation has selected Peopleclick Authoria talent acquisition and talent management solutions. In the coming months, Hertz will implement Peopleclick Authoria Performance, Peopleclick Authoria Compensation and Peopleclick Authoria Development & Succession. These solutions will help Hertz propel its talent management
HR Outsourcing Provider TriNet Hires Finance Chief
TriNet Group, Inc., a provider of human resources outsourcing services, has announced the appointment of William Porter as chief financial officer. Mr. Porter was most recently at Cadence Design Systems, where he served in a series of executive roles over a 15-year period. He was most recently EVP and chief administrative officer, where he partnered
Central Pacific Bank Announces New CFO
Central Pacific Financial Corp./(NYSE:CPF) has announced that the company and its primary subsidiary, Central Pacific Bank (CPB), has selected Lawrence D. Rodriguez as its executive vice president and chief financial officer. Mr. Rodriguez previously served as managing partner of Ernst & Young, LLP's Hawaii office. Central Pacific Financial is a Hawaii-based bank holding company with
MJS Executive Search Taps Chief Marketing Officer for SeamLessWeb
MJS Executive Search has placed Ryan Scott as chief marketing officer at SeamlessWeb. Mr. Scott comes to SeamlessWeb from DIRECTV, where he was director, interactive marketing, customer communications and social media. Seamlessweb, a division of Aramark Corp, is an online delivery service. MJS Executive Search is a boutique retained executive search firm with functional specialties
