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Cook Silverman Search Seeking Executive Director for Ability Now Bay Area
Greenbrae, CA-based Cook Silverman Search was recently retained by Ability Now Bay Area (ANBA) to lead in its search for a new executive director. The executive director reports to the board of directors and is responsible for leading all staff, overseeing organizational strategy, and ensuring alignment between programs, mission, and financial sustainability. Ability Now Bay Area seeks
August Leadership Expands in Singapore
August Leadership has expanded with the addition of Melvin Lee as a partner in Singapore. Mr. Lee is a seasoned leadership advisor with more than 20 years of experience across Asia Pacific and North America. He specializes in senior executive and board appointments in the industrial, semiconductor, and technology sectors, bringing deep expertise in manufacturing, supply
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.
Potrero Group Currently Seeking Executive Director for The Pisgah Conservancy
San Francisco-based leadership consulting and search firm Potrero Group is currently leading the executive director search for The Pisgah Conservancy. Senior consultant Jena Kuznik is leading the assignment. The executive director serves as TPC’s chief executive and is the primary steward of its mission, culture, and long-term vision. This is an opportunity to lead a respected conservation organization
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?
Charles Aris Appoints Senior Practice Leader
Greensboro, NC-based executive search firm Charles Aris Executive Search has expanded with the recent addition of Scott Kennedy as senior practice leader. He will lead CFO and senior finance executive searches for growth-oriented and sponsor-backed companies, with a particular focus on software, technology and TMT. Over more than a decade in executive search, Mr. Kennedy has worked on
Talent Alignment: Why Human Capital Must Be Central to Business Strategy
While growth is expected to strengthen a business, many organizations eventually reach a point where the opposite appears to be true. Decision-making slows, accountability becomes less defined, and initiatives begin to lose momentum. Leaders begin wondering whether they need different people, a recent report from Ascentria Search Partners explained. Sometimes they do, but not always. But
Isaacson, Miller Recruits 17th President for Virginia Tech
Boston-based Isaacson, Miller has assisted in the recruitment of Richard Linton as the 17th president of Virginia Tech. He succeeds Tim Sands, who announced his resignation in April. Greg Esposito and Julie Filizetti led the search with Kristen Andersen, Raul Bernal, Victoria Castillo, and Gabrielle Nayar. “Virginia Tech is poised to make a generational leap as a
NU Advisory Partners Recruits Chief Marketing Officer for Paula’s Choice
NU Advisory Partners has placed Sheila Shekar Pollak as chief marketing officer of Paula’s Choice. The search was led by Libby Naumes, Penina Remler, and Kelsey Kelly. Ms. Shekar Pollak brings more than 20 years of marketing and brand leadership experience across consumer, beauty, apparel, and outdoor brands. Most recently, she served as chief marketing officer
Modern Executive Solutions Names New Leader to Drive M1 Technology Community Expansion
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Joan Rohs as senior partner, M1 Technology Community. “We’re building an integrated network that connects exceptional leaders, brings together the right expertise, and helps prepare executives for a world being reshaped by AI,” said Mark Oppenheimer, CEO of Modern Executive Solutions. “Joan brings an extraordinary
StevenDouglas Expands HR Practice
StevenDouglas recently expanded with the addition of Brittney Molitor as a director, human resources search. “Brittney takes a highly consultative approach to search, focusing on both the capabilities required for a role and the cultural alignment needed for long-term success,” StevenDouglas said in a LinkedIn post. “She is passionate about building genuine relationships with clients
Insight Partners Launches Empower to Prepare CIOs for Board Roles
AI and software investor Insight Partners has launched Empower, a program that helps Global 2000 CIOs plan and prepare for board seats, startup advisory positions and other portfolio-career paths while they are still in their operating roles. Empower launches with 10 delivery partners, including Diligent, Heidrick & Struggles, Riviera Partners, and Global Mentors Group, and has
Brettschneider Executive Search Tapped by William Paterson University to Find Next Provost
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been retained by William Paterson University (WP) to lead in its search for a provost and senior vice president for academic affairs. Reporting to president Richard J. Helldobler, the provost will serve as chief academic officer and as a visible, collaborative partner to the president, cabinet, deans, and faculty governance bodies.
Klein Hersh Recruits President and CEO for Shenandoah Therapeutics
Klein Hersh, a search firm focused on the life sciences and healthcare industries, has placed Steve Worland as president, CEO and a member of the board of directors at Shenandoah Therapeutics. Co-founder and founding CEO Isabella Graef, has transitioned to chief scientific officer and will continue to lead Shenandoah’s scientific strategy. “I’m delighted to welcome
Harris Search Associates Seeking Research Leader for Texas A&M Semiconductor Institute
Harris Search Associates is currently seeking the inaugural director of research for Texas A&M Semiconductor Institute (TSI). Jeffrey Harris and Richard Skinner are leading the assignment. Working in close partnership with the TSI Director and other Institute leaders, the director of research serves as a catalyst to refine and evolve the TSI’s research strategy, focused on large-scale academic-industry-government private
BarkerGilmore Names Senior Director
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, recently expanded with the addition of Jesus Meraz as senior director. He brings a unique combination of leadership experience, legal training, and strategic business insight to the firm’s executive search practice. His career has been defined by helping organizations identify, attract, and develop
Revenge Quitting Creates New Challenges for Recruiters
You spend weeks helping a team find the right person. A few months later, that same role lands back on your desk because the employee has resigned. Now the position is urgent, the hiring manager wants a replacement right away, and the pressure is coming from every direction. When exits like this occur at particularly
Peña Search Seeking Chief Strategy Officer for Housing Forward
Peña Search was recently retained by Housing Forward to lead in its hunt for a chief strategy officer. Travis Hillier is leading the assignment. Reporting to the president and CEO, the chief strategy officer will serve as Housing Forward’s chief strategist and a member of the executive leadership team. The CSO will oversee the teams
Nexus Search Partners Recruits CEO for Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region
Nexus Search Partners, an executive search and advisory firm in Charlotte, NC, has assisted in the recruitment of Bryant Owens as the new CEO of Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region. He will succeed Laura Belcher, who has served the organization with distinction for more than 12 years. Owens will become the sixth CEO
Charles Aris Launches Interim Search Business
Organizations are increasingly turning to flexible leadership solutions to navigate periods of change, execute strategic initiatives and drive value creation, especially in private equity. In response to this growing demand, Greensboro, NC-based executive search firm Charles Aris Executive Search has launched Charles Aris Interim Solutions, a new division dedicated to connecting organizations with experienced independent talent for interim
Taurean Establishes Investment Search Practice
Taurean recently launched an investment search practice with the addition of Paige Ware as principal in Los Angeles. The practice serves private markets firms across asset classes. “We help these firms shape and build their capital raising and investor relations, origination, and deal teams, and place corporate development leaders into their portfolio companies,” Taurean said in a
The Chief Commercial Officer: Driving Private Equity Value Creation
As private equity firms place greater emphasis on organic growth, commercial leadership is taking on a more central role in value creation. The chief commercial officer (CCO) has become one of the most important post-acquisition hires for private equity sponsors, according to a recent report from Spencer Stuart’s Dave Vidor. As extended hold periods and
The Tolan Group Recruits CEO for U.S. Mobile Health Exams
The Tolan Group (TTG) has placed Eric Hepburn as CEO at U.S. Mobile Health Exams (USMHE) in Jacksonville, FL. He brings more than 30 years of experience in executive leadership, business operations, strategic growth, and organizational transformation. Mr. Hepburn’s appointment brings USMHE an experienced executive with a track record of strengthening business operations, developing scalable
Cooper Coleman Leading CFO Search for Jacksonville Zoological Society
Cooper Coleman LLC has been retained by Jacksonville Zoological Society, Inc. to conduct a national search for its next CFO. “Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens has an ambitious vision for its future, and its next CFO will help shape how those plans move forward,” said Johnny Cooper, founder and CEO of Cooper Coleman. “We’re looking for someone
The Christopher Group Tapped by MITRE for Head of Total Rewards Search
The Christopher Group (TCG), a boutique HR executive search and business solutions recruiting firm, has been selected by MITRE to lead in its search for a head of total rewards. The search is being led by managing partner Ayla Maloney and recruiting director Kat Kilkenney. “This is an incredibly exciting opportunity for a total rewards leader who wants to make
True Establishes Dedicated Private Credit Practice
Global executive talent platform True has launched a dedicated private credit practice, led by Rick Bank, managing director and head of the private credit and private equity practices. The launch comes as private credit enters a significant credit cycle, with 67 percent of portfolio managers citing greater competition and 64 percent citing defaults and credit losses as
Inside the Decisions That Shape Hiring and Careers
Hiring and leadership decisions continue to play an increasingly important role in shaping both individual careers and organizational performance. As companies navigate tighter talent markets, rapid technological change, and evolving expectations around leadership, greater attention is being placed on how executives identify high performers, assess potential, and make decisions about who is ready for greater
ON Partners Recruits Board Members for Artisan Industries
Partners Seth Harris and Shawn Oglesbee of ON Partners have assisted in the recruitment of Stephen S. Schwartz and Gary A. Doyon as new members of the board of directors of Artisan Industries. The addition of two independent directors strengthens the company’s governance and strategic leadership, as Artisan expands its core technologies into high-growth markets, including specialty chemicals, PFAS removal, drug
Reffett Associates Seeking Vice President of Development for the Army Historical Foundation
WA-based Reffett Associates was recently retained by the Army Historical Foundation to recruit its next vice president of development. The Army Historical Foundation is the non-profit organization that supports the National Museum of the United States Army, which honors the service and sacrifice of American soldiers throughout the Army’s history. The vice president of development will play
DHR Global Expands Middle East and Africa Presence
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has expanded with the addition of Michael Patrick Okumu-Ringa as managing partner, Middle East and Africa. Based in Dubai, he will lead the expansion of DHR’s regional business, building its team and strengthening its executive search and leadership advisory capabilities while connecting regional clients with international talent in partnership with DHR’s London office. “The
M&A Deal Volumes Jump As CEOs Hunt Down Acquisitions
After a year of wait-and-see, 2024 is proving to be action time for U.S. dealmaking. EY’s forecast in its just-released midyear EY-Parthenon Deal Barometer predicts corporate M&A deal volume rising 20 percent year-over-year – nearly doubling the original 12 percent predicted in the inaugural Barometer release in January. PE deal volume, meanwhile, will increase 16 percent year-over-year,
Alpha Financial Jobs and Jobmate Join Forces
Alpha Financial Jobs, an international job board specializing in job vacancies in the accounting, financial, legal, IT and HR sectors, has announced its integration with JobMate, a multi-job posting and candidate-tracking service based in the U.K. “All recruiters who have the JobMate technology installed, will now be able to post their multi-job vacancies on the
Lonergan Partners Places Sales Exec at DisplayLink
Executive search firm Lonergan Partners has recruited John Cummins as vice president of worldwide sales at DisplayLink. The search was led by Dotty Schaffer. Mr. Cummins most recently served as CEO of ZeroG Wireless, Inc. “With John Cummins on board at DisplayLink I expect to see this young company take off. Check out the DisplayLink
Amrop Announces Global Expansion
Global executive search firm Amrop has added Swarup Choudhury to its India operations in Mumbai, Job Voorhoeve as a partner in Amsterdam, Maura Nobili as a partner in Milan and Nadia Furfaro in Rome. Mr. Choudhury joins Amrop India from his previous role as vice president, growth markets for IBM, leading the seven emerging regions
Major, Lindsey & Africa Recruits Communications Exec for Goodwin Procter
Search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa has placed Lee Feldman as director of communications at Goodwin Procter. The search was led by Melanie Bennet, global practice leader of MLA's law firm management practice. "Goodwin Procter was looking for a professional who understands the challenges and complexities of law firm media relations and communications. Someone who
Pedersen & Partners Adds to Finland Office
Executive search firm Pedersen & Partners has added Sari Kumpulainen as a consultant in Finland. Ms. Kumpulainen brings more than 10 years of management experience in sales & marketing having worked with such firms in Finland as Ilmailulaitos, Elfving, Mediverkko. Previously, she was HR coordinator at Logica. “I am happy to welcome Sari to our
SuccessFactors Records 38 Percent Revenue Jump; Appoints New President
SuccessFactors, Inc./(NASDAQ:SFSF) has posted third quarter revenues of $53.4 million, an increase of 38 percent, compared to $38.7 million in the same period a year ago. The company posted a net loss of $1.8 million, or three cents per share, down from a loss of $2 million, or three cents per share, in the third
HireVue and Previsor Form Partnership
Video interviewing provider HireVue and PreVisor, a global leader in employment assessments and talent measurement solutions, have formed a strategic alliance. Together, PreVisor and HireVue will deliver a combination of interview selection and assessment tools that can contribute to increased quality of hire. HireVue's Video Interviewing Solutions can now leverage PreVisor Interview Question and Assessment
Penrhyn International Partners with Coleman Lew & Associates
Penrhyn International, a global partnership of independent executive search consulting firms, and Coleman Lew & Associates have formed an alliance. With the Coleman Lew affiliation, Penrhyn International now has partners in 27 locations worldwide including five in the U.S. “Our partnership with Penrhyn International allows us to better serve our clients on a world-wide scope,”
Crist|Kolder Recruits CFO for Spot Trading
Executive search firm Crist Kolder Associates has placed Stephen A. Brodsky as chief financial officer of Spot Trading, LLC. Mr. Brodsky is the former president and CFO of the holding company for the Chicago Stock Exchange (CHX). He previously served as a managing director at private equity firm Vernon & Park Capital. Spot Trading, LLC
CareerBuilder Launches New Talent Network
CareerBuilder has introduced a new talent network solution designed to help employers more efficient and effective in building an exclusive pipeline of passive and active candidates through multiple engagement features. CareerBuilder's talent network offering incorporates a unique blend of elements to help employers connect with potential employees in a relevant and action-provoking way. Its offers
TheLadders.com Extends Marketing Staff
TheLadders.com, an online job service, has announced the appointments of Nicholas Karrat as vice president of consumer marketing and Denise Cautela as vice president of enterprise marketing. Mr. Karrat will lead consumer-facing marketing and advertising in support of TheLadders brand, while Ms. Cautela will lead all marketing efforts directed at expanding the company's penetration into
PFJ Chooses Recruitment Agency Software From Bond
The pfj network, which comprises four specialist recruitment brands – pfj, The Graduate Recruitment Company, RPCushing and Sydney-based ICUR – has implemented Bond International Software’s Bond Adapt Version 11. All four pfj network businesses, entailing over 70 users, will be going live with Bond Adapt Version 11 in the coming months. “The recession was an
VMA Group Adds to Public Affairs Practice
U.K.-headquartered recruitment consultancy VMA Group has added Victoria Fawcett to its public affairs practice as a consultant. Ms. Fawcett brings more than 10 years experience in the public affairs and policy arena from her time at Westminster at The Enterprise Forum and Conservative Central Office. Victoria will utilise her extensive network of contacts in the
DHR International Names Director in London
DHR International has added Simon Mansfield as managing director in London. Mr. Mansfield will be a part of the European leadership team responsible for the London operation and expanding the financial services practice. He was formerly chief executive of The Consulting Partnership, an international financial services search firm based in Singapore, and helped to grow
RSA Bolsters Recruiting Staff
Global recruiter RSA has named Zaki Sellam as practice leader in Switzerland, Michelle Bosshard as principal consultant and Yildiz Biloglu as a principal executive search consultant in Germany. With over eight years experience in international business development and recruitment, Mr. Sellam will focus on building strategic partnerships with Biotechs, VC backed companies, innovating clusters and
Nosal Partners Recruits New COO for Acist Medical Systems
Executive recruiter Nosal Partners LLC has placed Thomas Morizio as president and chief operating officer at ACIST Medical Systems, Inc. Mr. Morizio was previously vice president of marketing for the Kyphon Division at Medtronic, Inc. The search was conducted by Clare Cizek, pPartner, Susan Oliver, partner and leader of Nosal Partners’ global life sciences practice,
AdminiStaff Posts Six Percent Revenue Increase
Administaff, Inc./(NYSE:ASF), a provider of human resources services, recorded third quarter 2010 revenues of $414.1 million, a six percent gain from revenues of $390.9 million a year ago. For the quarter, the Houston-based company reported net income of $7.2 million, or $0.28 per share, compared to earning of $5.8 million, or $0.23 per share in
Senior Executive Hiring on the Rise in Q3
Worldwide senior executive hiring was on the increase in the third quarter of 2010, according to a report released by the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC). The yearly trend, from Q3 2009 to Q3 2010, was strong with both revenues and new search mandates rising across all regions and industry sectors (revenues +32 percent,
LinkedIn Launches New Recruiting Products
Professional networking site LinkedIn has announced two new products designed to improve the way businesses find and recruit high-quality passive candidates. The company has created Referral Engine, a solution that will enable companies to generate more high-quality applicants by tapping professionals in their employees’ LinkedIn networks. LinkedIn has also unveiled Jobs for You Ads, which
Russell Reynolds Expands in Bay Area
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has announced the expansion in the Bay Area with the addition of managing directors, Courtney della Cava and Pravesh Mehra, and associate, Tiffani Siegel. Ms. della Cava joins the firm's San Francisco office, with a primary focus on helping clients in the consumer, professional services and
FiveTen Group Strengthens Pressence in EMEA
Global recruitment consultancy The FiveTen Group has named Aidan Anglin as chief executive officer of the firm’s EMEA operations. Mr. Anglin was previously managing director at Adecco Technology Staffing, part of Adecco Group U.K. and Ireland. He formerly served as managing director of at MSB International. “This is such a positive development for us as
JDG Associates Completes Search for GAO
Executive search firm JDG Associates Ltd. has recruited Frank Todisco as chief actuary of the Government Accountability Office (GAO). Mr. Todisco joins GAO from the American Academy of Actuaries, where he has been a senior pension fellow. He was previously a principal for Mercer, Human Capital Consultants; earlier in his career, he was an Actuary
Egon Zehnder Expands Financial Services Practice
Global executive search Egon Zehnder International has named David Noble as a senior advisor in the firm's financial services practice group. Mr. Noble was previously a senior partner in Oliver Wyman Group where he advised global financial institutions across a broad range of strategy, risk and transformation issues. In North America, he led the corporate
Taylor Winfield Adds Managing Director
Executive search firm Taylor Winfield has added Stephen Sterett as managing director. Mr. Sterett will focus on venture capital and private equity-backed technology companies including software, services, wireless and telecom, systems management and business-to-consumer enterprises. He previously held the post of managing partner at executive search firm Austin McGregor where his work spanned multiple industries,
Rurak & Associates Completes Search for GMTO
Rurak & Associates has recruited Keith Raybould as project manager for the Giant Magellan Telescope Organization [GMTO] Corporation. Mr. Raybould was most recently the chief operating officer of the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute. The GMTO Corporation is an international collaboration comprised of the Carnegie Institution for Science, the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory, Harvard University, Texas
Pro Staff Changes Name to Atterro Human Capital Group
Pro Staff, a provider of diversified human capital services ranging from interim staffing to component outsourcing services, has changed its name to Atterro, Inc. Under the new brand structure, Atterro Human Capital Group will provide three services — interim staffing, executive search and smartSourcing through its four specialty brands — Digital People Creative and Marketing,
Monster Posts Seven Percent Revenue Gain
Monster Worldwide, Inc./(NYSE:MWW) has posted revenues of $228.8 million for the third quarter ended September 30, 2010, a seven percent gain compared with $214.5 million in the comparable quarter of 2009. GAAP revenue of $229 million includes a $1.8 million purchase accounting adjustment related to the HotJobs acquisition. The company posted losses of $5.7 million,
Diversified Search Names Industrial Practice Leader
Philadelphia-based Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson has added Terence P. McGovern as managing director and industrial practice leader in the firm’s Miami office. Mr. McGovern has led talent recruitment efforts for board directors, CEOs, COOs and senior operating divisional management as well as for leaders in a variety of functional areas for many prominent global industrial
Sanford Rose Opens Lake Lanier Islands Office
Sanford Rose Associates has appointed Lisa Proctor as president of Sanford Rose Associates – Lake Lanier Islands, a new executive search branch within the Sanford Rose Associates network; she will focus on the financial services, insurance, and banking industries. Ms. Proctor has over 25 years experience in executive recruiting, human resources, talent acquisition, corporate training,
Spencer Stuart to Lead CFO Search for Republic Airways Holdings
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been retained by Republic Airways Holdings Inc. to lead in its search for a new chief financial officer. Internal and external candidates will be considered for the position. The company expects to name a replacement early in 2011. Republic Airways Holdings, based in Indianapolis, is an airline holding company
Employee Confidence Index Edges Up
The SFN Group Employee Confidence Index increased 1.4 points to 50.1 in October. The index, which measures workers' confidence in their personal employment situation and optimism in the economic environment, shows that 40 percent of workers believe the economy is getting weaker and 60 percent believe that there are fewer jobs available. Twenty-one percent of
