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Diversified Search Group (DSG Global) | Koya Partners Leading Executive Director Search for the John Paul Stevens Foundation
Diversified Search Group (DSG Global) | Koya Partners was recently retained by the John Paul Stevens Foundation to lead in its search for a new executive director. Molly Brennan, global managing partner and non-profit and social impact practice leader, and Gina Wrolstad Kueber, senior associate, are leading the assignment. This is an exciting opportunity help guide the foundation
AltoPartners Elects New Global Chair
AltoPartners, an international alliance of boutique executive search and leadership consulting firms, has appointed Santiago Solis Arias as new global chair. He becomes the first global chair from the Americas, marking a new chapter for the global executive search partnership. Mr. Solis Arias succeeds Sonal Agrawal, who has served with distinction and led the partnership through
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.
Flatiron Search Partners Places CTO at Massage Envy
Flatiron Search Partners (FSP) has assisted in the recruitment of Abe Hong as chief technology officer of Massage Envy in Scottsdale, AZ. “Abe is a proven technology leader with deep experience supporting complex, multi-site businesses,” said Todd Schrader, CEO of Massage Envy Franchising. “His ability to align technology strategy with business goals, combined with his collaborative
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?
Boyden to Acquire GreenSight Executive Search
Boyden has announced it will acquire GreenSight Executive Search, a retained search and consulting firm based in Atlanta. The acquisition strengthens Boyden’s presence, network and service in the Southeastern United States. The acquisition will see Boyden absorb GreenSight’s client portfolio and leadership team. Founding partners Trisha Hutchison and Daniel Kepler will join the Boyden Atlanta office as managing partners, bringing
AI Redefining Search — Without Replacing Human Judgment
Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping executive recruiting, speeding up how firms identify, evaluate, and engage leadership talent. As AI tools automate research and administrative work, search teams can move faster and surface stronger insights— changing what “best candidate” discovery looks like in practice. At the same time, demand is shifting toward leaders who can translate
How Leading Search Firms Are Turning AI Into Competitive Advantage
Artificial intelligence is rapidly moving from a promising experiment to a core operating capability across the executive search profession. As firms face mounting pressure to improve efficiency, accelerate search timelines, and deliver deeper market intelligence, many are reevaluating how technology can enhance both recruiter productivity and business performance. While adoption continues to accelerate, industry leaders
U.S. Adds 172,000 Jobs in May as Unemployment Holds Steady at 4.3 Percent
Employment increased by 172,000 in May as the U.S. unemployment rate remained at 4.3 percent, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. The number of unemployed people, at 7.3 million, changed little in May. Job gains occurred in leisure and hospitality, local government, and healthcare. Employment in financial activities declined. “This is a labor
CarterBaldwin Recruits President and CEO for Kansas Fiber Network
CarterBaldwin Executive Search has assisted in the recruitment of Danny Pate as the new president and CEO of Kansas Fiber Network (KFN). Partner Chris Guiney and search consultant Ted Wieber led the assignment. “We are pleased to bring Danny on board,” said Mark Gailey, chairman of KFN’s board of directors. “The board ran a diligent search to
The Broward County Aviation Department Retains ADK Consulting & Executive Search to Recruit Aviation CFO
The Broward County Aviation Department recently retained ADK Consulting & Executive Search to lead in its search for an aviation CFO for the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and North Perry Airport (NPA). The assignment is being led by Theresia Schatz and Kim Kenville. The new aviation CFO will oversee the financial and business aspects of FLL and HWO.
How Private Equity Firms Are Modernizing Talent Strategy Through Technology
As private equity firms place greater emphasis on leadership as a driver of investment performance, talent functions are becoming increasingly embedded in the dealmaking process. What was once viewed primarily as a recruiting and portfolio support function is evolving into a strategic capability that informs executive assessment, succession planning, and value creation across the investment
Crist|Kolder Associates Recruits CFO for Booz Allen
Crist|Kolder Associates has assisted in the recruitment of Troy Lahr as executive vice president and CFO of Booz Allen Hamilton in McLean, VA. “Troy’s deep and differentiated experience helps position Booz Allen for accelerated growth and bold transformation,” said Horacio Rozanski, chairman and CEO. “His success driving performance across large portfolios and leading through change will be a
The Moran Company Leading CEO Search for the Oklahoma State Medical Association
The Moran Company, an executive recruitment firm that specializes in the non-profit sector, was recently retained by the Oklahoma State Medical Association (OSMA) to recruit the organization’s next CEO. Jon Rosell is leading the assignment. The OSMA board of trustees seeks an energetic, experienced, and highly skilled CEO to work collaboratively with the board, staff
Jackson Lucas Acquires Affinity HR Advisory Group
New York City-based Jackson Lucas has acquired Affinity HR Advisory Group, led by veteran HR executive Gayle Feinstein. “When we look at the growing firms we partner with, we constantly see founders and COOs getting pulled into the weeds of sensitive employee issues when they should be focusing on scaling their business,” said Anthony Fanzo, founding partner, Jackson Lucas. “Bringing
Heidrick & Struggles Launches AI-Enhanced Leadership Assessment Platform
Heidrick & Struggles recently launched Heidrick Immersive, a next generation, AI-enhanced leadership assessment platform. “Today’s leaders must navigate constant disruption, shifting stakeholder expectations, and accelerating technological change,” said David Peck, partner and global leader of the High-Impact Leadership Center of Excellence at Heidrick & Struggles. “By integrating AI-driven simulation and personalized feedback into our advisory offering, we’re
The Tolan Group Fills Senior Sales Position for FairCode
The Tolan Group (TTG) has recruited Ryan Canavan as vice president of sales at FairCode. This appointment reflects FairCode’s continued investment in scalable growth and innovation as the organization expands its revenue integrity and compliance solutions across the healthcare market. In his position, Mr. Canavan will lead FairCode’s national sales strategy, focusing on enterprise growth, strategic
Rosenzweig & Company Recruits President for PetSmart Canada
Executive search firm Rosenzweig & Company recently placed Pamela O’Rourke as president of PetSmart Canada and chair of the board of PetSmart Charities of Canada. Rose Perri, partner at Rosenzweig & Company, led the search. “Pamela’s experience leading large-scale operations and driving customer-focused strategies stood out,” said Katherine Sanford, senior director of talent acquisition at PetSmart. “Rosenzweig & Company brought tremendous thoughtfulness,
Funk Associates Assists Clemson University with the Recruitment of 16th President
Following a national search, Funk Associates has assisted in the recruitment of Kevin Guskiewicz as the 16th president of Clemson University. “The search committee was overwhelmed with the robust and highly qualified candidates who expressed interest in leading our great University,” said search committee chair Cheri Phyfer. “Dr. Guskiewicz rose to the top of a remarkable
A Midyear Opportunity to Reinforce Leadership and Talent
With June now underway, the midpoint of the year offers a natural opportunity for leaders to evaluate progress and prepare for the months ahead. As priorities shift and organizations look toward second-half objectives, now is an ideal time to focus on the people, structure, and leadership capabilities that will drive future performance. A deliberate investment
Buffkin / Baker Expands Consumer Practice
Partner-led executive search firm Buffkin / Baker has expanded with the addition of Kevin Duffy as a partner in its consumer practice area. “We are delighted that Kevin has joined Buffkin / Baker and our consumer practice,” said David Alexander, partner, and consumer practice leader. “He brings a wealth of executive recruiting experience to our firm and
Speed vs. Certainty: How Leading Search Firms Deliver Fast Shortlists Without Increasing Risk
Executive search firms are under increasing pressure to deliver qualified leadership candidates faster without compromising diligence or decision quality. As hiring timelines compress and stakeholder scrutiny intensifies, many firms are turning to AI-driven intelligence tools to identify potential risks, validate candidate fit, and strengthen shortlists earlier in the search process. Balancing speed with certainty requires
Spencer Stuart Recruits Ninth Leader for Brunswick School
Spencer Stuart has assisted in the recruitment of Andrew T. Chappell as Brunswick’s ninth head of school, effective July 1, 2027. Mary Gorman, a partner in the firm’s education and social impact practice, and consultant Michele Haertel, led the assignment. Tom Philip has informed the Board of Trustees of his plans to retire in June 2027, at the
How PE-Backed Businesses are Redefining the Interim CFO Role
Interim CFOs are increasingly central to the performance and stability of private equity-backed businesses. As deal cycles extend and operating conditions tighten, they are deployed not only for financial stewardship but also as value creation partners across the investment lifecycle. “Today’s interim CFOs are increasingly deployed as execution-focused operators responsible for stabilizing performance, improving financial
The Talent Studios Places CEO at GIBBON North America
The Talent Studios has placed Luke Droulez as the new CEO of GIBBON North America. The search was led by Katlyn Maloney and Jeremy Cohen. Mr. Droulez is an executive leader with a proven track record of scaling consumer brands from early stage to nine figures. He was an early executive leader and chief marketing officer of native digital
Pacific International Executive Search Expands Advisory Board
London-headquartered executive search firm Pacific International Executive Search has appointed Beth Albright to its advisory board. “Beth Albright is an exceptional addition to our advisory board,” said David Howells, CEO of Pacific International. “Her deep governance expertise, her track record of guiding organizations through IPOs, M&A integrations, and large-scale transformations, and her recognized leadership in human capital management
Asset Management’s Next Edge Is Organizational, Not Financial
Citrin Cooperman’s 2026 Asset Management Survey Report highlights an industry undergoing meaningful transition. Their survey of 300 senior leaders across private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, private credit, and funds of funds points to a market increasingly shaped by institutional capital, operational pressure, and changing investor expectations. What stands out most is not simply the economic uncertainty facing
TurnkeyZRG Seeking Men’s Lacrosse Head Coach for Fairfield University
TurnkeyZRG has been retained by Fairfield University to lead in a nationwide search for a new men’s lacrosse head coach. Katy Young Staudt, vice president, college & coaching practice, is leading the assignment. The head coach will be responsible for directing all phases of a championship-caliber Division I Men’s Lacrosse program within the NCAA and Coastal Athletic Association, with an
BroadView Talent Partners Recruits CEO for the Freestore Foodbank
BroadView Talent Partners has assisted in the recruitment of Kreg Keesee as the new president and CEO of the Freestore Foodbank. Christie Angel, Melania DaSilva Deaver, Donna Young, and Robyn Quinn led the assignment. “Kreg brings a proven track record of building high-performing teams and turning strategy into action,” board chair Dwinelva Zackery said. “We are confident he is the right leader to
Streamlining the Hiring Process to Secure Top Talent
In a competitive hiring market, speed and preparation can often make the difference between securing a top candidate and losing them to another opportunity. With many professionals exploring new roles while remaining fully employed, organizations must balance thorough evaluation with an efficient and well-coordinated recruitment process. The most successful employers are those that approach hiring
Heidrick & Struggles Taps Outsider as CEO; Other Leadership Moves Announced
Executive search, leadership consulting, and culture shaping services provider Heidrick & Struggles has announced that president and CEO Krishnan Rajagopalan has decided to retire, after more than 23 years with the firm. Following a planned succession process, the board has appointed Thomas L. Monahan to succeed Mr. Rajagopalan as CEO and member of the board, effective March 4. Mr.
The Judge Group Expands Denver Presence
The Judge Group, a provider recruiting services, has appointed Todd Van Horn to director of technical staffing in the company’s Denver office. Mr. Van Horn has over 17 years of information technology staffing and consulting experience. He has worked with many Fortune 500 companies throughout his career. He will be responsible for the growth and
Taleo Implemented by Vail Resorts
Taleo, a provider of on demand talent management solutions, has been selected by Vail Resorts to employ a long-term talent management strategy and program. Vail Resorts, which hires more than 10,000 seasonal employees annually, turned to SHL for its behavioral assessment expertise, global presence and certified integration with Taleo's talent management solution. “The breadth and
Drake International Acquires Denosys
Drake International has acquired internet HR software provider DenoSys LLC. The acquisition adds a complete HRMS to Drake's product offering, gives resources to the Drake team, and opens up new market opportunities for Drake's Exponential Impact Talent Management Solution (TMS). DenoSys principals, Ryan Dineen and David Dineen, will join the Drake team at its North
Accretive Solutions Expands Restructuring Practice
Executive search firm Accretive Solutions has added Frank R. Mack as senior managing director in an effort to expand its corporate restructuring practice. As part of this new initiative, Accretive Solutions has formed Accretive Solutions Capital Partners LP to invest directly in special situations and turnarounds, with Mr. Mack to act as the lead investment
Heidrick & Struggles to Lead CEO Search for Federal Farm Credit Banks Funding Corporation
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has been selected by the Federal Farm Credit Banks Funding Corporation to lead in its search for a new chief executive. Current CEO, Jamie B. Stewart Jr. will retire in early 2011. The Farm Credit System is a Government Sponsored Enterprise created to provide funding for U.S.
Talentor Adds Managing Partners in U.K.
Talentor Recruitment Consultancy has added John Macleod and Jeremy Warner as managing partners in the U.K. With more than 30 years in executive search, Mr. Macleod has extensive experience of talent management and effective team building. Mr. Warner has 10 years of executive search experience, previously working with Hays and Reed Senior Appointments in London
Save Us Jobs Launches New Collaborative Recruiting Solutions
Save US Jobs, an open source recruiting organization, has launched its new collaborative recruiting solutions platform designed to employ Americans and empower the U.S. economy. As a socially responsible organization, Save US Jobs invites and rewards participation and in return companies receive cost-effective staffing solutions, saving them time and money, while individuals have an opportunity
Interview: John Boehmer Discusses Opening of Accelent
John Boehmer is founder and managing director of Accelent, an executive talent acquisition and integration firm which serves technology clients in the internet, e-commerce and digital media space as well as the enterprise and SaaS software sectors. Mr. Boehmer has built his entire professional career around his passion for the technology industry. His extensive executive
Morgan Samuels Adds New Consultants
Morgan Samuels Company, a Los Angeles-based executive recruiter, has hired Robert O'Keefe and Patty Yussefieh as consultants. Prior to joining Morgan Samuels, Mr. O’Keefe worked as a management consultant on a variety of engagements. He previously was with Accenture’s global marketing team where he managed and developed their C-level executive networks. Ms. Yussefieh previously worked
DHR Recruits CEO for MH CCAC
DHR International has placed Caroline Brereton as chief executive officer at Mississauga Halton Community Care Access Centreer (MH CCAC). Managing director, Alan Small, led the search. “DHR’s ability to partner with the selection committee was a key component in the success of this assignment,” said Mr. Small. “This success underscores DHR’s ability to work in
Caldwell Forms Alliance with Hawksmoor Search
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has formed an alliance with Hawksmoor Search to help serve clients in the insurance industry. Based in London, Hawksmoor is a retained executive search boutique specializing in board and senior management recruitment for clients in the insurance and reinsurance markets worldwide. The firm was recently launched by
Cornerstone OnDemand Selected by Bright Horizons
Bright Horizons Family Solutions has adopted Cornerstone’s integrated learning and talent management software suite to manage and develop its 20,000 employees. The suite includes platforms for learning management, compliance, employee performance management, succession planning and enterprise social networking. As a provider of employer-sponsored child care, early education and work/life solutions, Bright Horizons serves more than
JobScience Releases New Talent Solution
Recruitment solutions provider Jobscience, Inc. has released its first unified talent management solution available on salesforce.com's AppExchange2. Jobscience's TalentCloud2 now includes recruiting, onboarding and employee management modules to help firms find, onboard, and retain the most highly qualified employees. The suite’s pricing is based on number of users on an annual basis. “Jobscience has become
Spectrum Joins Glasford International as U.K. Partner
Spectrum, the retained executive search and coaching firm for the global cleantech, communications, digital media and technology sectors, has become the exclusive U.K. partner of Glasford International, a global collaboration of independent search firms. Said Daniel Osmer, Spectrum managing partner, “Glasford is an ambitious and dynamic group – it's already a top 20 global search
DavenportMajor to Lead Searches for Cox Communications
DavenportMajor Executive Search has been select by Cox Communications to conduct search for a new vice president of sales and vice president of customer experience. Cox Communications is a broadband communications and entertainment company, providing advanced digital video, internet, telephone and wireless services over its own nationwide IP network. DavenportMajor is an executive search firm
Executive Hiring Returning to Full Power
Most executive hiring trends are now pointed upward, albeit with a sharper focus on maintaining optimal productivity, according to the quarterly Boyden Executive Outlook. Chief executive officers, chief marketing officers, chief sustainability officers and HR executives top lists of demand across regions and sectors. The ramping up of sustainability divisions and the need to shift
Ultimate Software Selected by the Chicago Cubs
The Chicago Cubs has activated Ultimate Software’s UltiPro HCM solution to better manage its workforce, as well as handle complex multi-state taxation and payroll requirements associated with unions. As part of the Tribune Company, the Chicago Cubs previously used a large enterprise resource planning solution (ERP) to manage the baseball team's HR and payroll processes.
MyWebume to Provide Job Postings Advertising
Recruiters and HR departments have until July 31st to enroll in MyWebume LLC’s “MyWebume Launch Celebration” program, which includes a wide array of free and reduced-fee services. MyWebume will provide recruiters and employers with a wide array of free and reduced-fee services for three months in celebration of the company’s newly launched all-in-one career management
Recruiters Confident of Growing Demand
The mid-year executive search industry outlook is positive according to a majority of consultants polled recently by the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC). The survey reveals that 67 percent of recruiters expect to see revenue growth in the second half of the year, while 27 percent predict revenues will stay the same. In total
Russell Reynolds Associates Finds CEO for National Trust for Historic Preservation
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has recruited Stephanie Meeks as president of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Ms. Meeks, a veteran in the nonprofit arena, formerly served as president and CEO of Counterpart International, a human development and humanitarian organization. The National Trust for Historic Preservation provides leadership, education, advocacy,
Seba International Expands in Dubai
SeBa International has opened its fourth office in Dubai, U.A.E. The SEBA Dubai office will initially start as a satellite office with intentions to become a portal for existing and new clients across the Middle East & Africa. “Despite the current economic woes affecting Dubai, we view the U.A.E. and the surrounding region as a
RPI International Opens Hong Kong Office
Telecoms and technology recruiting specialists RPI International has opened a new office in Hong Kong office which will be headed by Stella Ng, an experienced recruitment professional who has been providing resourcing solutions in the region for over a decade. With this Hong Kong office supplements the firm’s presences in Singapore, Malaysia and Australia. Initially
Jobserve Introduces New Advertiser Dashboard
Employment website JobServe has announced the release of its new Advertiser Dashboard. The Advertiser Dashboard consolidates key account management tools in a centralized location. Users can customize four quick link buttons at the top of their homepage to display the services used most often. Select options include: Resume Search, Post a Job, and SmartAds. “We
HireRight Intergrates Oracle’s PeopleSoft Enterprise
HireRight, a global provider of on-demand employment screening solutions, has announced its Oracle Validated Integration for Oracle's PeopleSoft Enterprise 9.1. HireRight achieved Oracle Validated Integration with PeopleSoft Enterprise Human Capital Management (HCM) 9.1 through the Oracle Partner Network (OPN) program. The HireRight integrated solution provides PeopleSoft users with seamless employment background and drug screening capabilities
SourceRight Solutions Introduces SourcingEdge
SourceRight Solutions, a division of Spherion Corporation, has unveiled SourcingEdge, a proprietary candidate sourcing methodology that is designed to help talent acquisition outsourcing clients identify talent from both active and passive candidate pools. SourcingEdge combines SourceRight's Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) experience and capabilities with Talent 2.0 strategies, technologies, and analytics to proactively build, nurture and
GloCap Search Launches Coaching Practice
Executive search firm Glocap Search has launched a high performance coaching practice which will be led by managing director Dr. Jonathan F. Katz. Dr. Katz, a licensed psychologist, was the founding partner of High Performance Associates and the director of sport/exercise psychology at Altheus, an advanced health and performance center. He has served as the
Boardwalk Consulting Fills Post for Fire Chief
BoardWalk Consulting has assisted Mayor Kasim Reed in selecting Kelvin Cochran as the Atlanta Fire Department chief. Mr. Cochran served as fire chief of the City of Atlanta from 2008-2009 before being appointed by President Barack Obama to serve as the U.S. fire administrator in Washington, D.C. BoardWalk Consulting, a member of the AESC, develops
Manpower Launches Disabilities Transition Program
Manpower Inc. has created a national program called Project Ability to transition people with disabilities into sustainable employment with leading employers nationwide. The program works together in partnership with community organizations TransAccess, Project HIRED and the California State Department of Rehabilitation. Project Ability has already enlisted several companies to commit to hiring individuals with disabilities,
Korn Ferry Posts 55 Percent Revenue Rise
Korn/Ferry International/(NYSE:KFY) has posted revenues of $176.9 million for the fourth quarter fiscal 2010, an increase of 55 percent from revenues of $107 million a year ago. The quarter includes fee revenue from the acquisition of Whitehead Mann, which closed on June 11, 2009. Korn/Ferry saw an increase in revenue from all segments of its
AdminiStaff Acquires OneMind Connect
Administaff, Inc., a provider of human resources services for small and medium-sized businesses, has acquired OneMind Connect, Inc., which does business under the trade name ExpensAble. ExpensAble is a provider of expense report management solutions delivered in both a Software as a Service (SaaS) model and as a desktop software product. The company currently serves
3P Consultants Completes Search for Finolex
Executive search firm 3P Consultants Pvt. Ltd has placed Sarat Moharana as vice president, pipe plant, at Finolex Industries. Mr. Moharana was previously general manager of Caprihans India and had complete responsibilities for all their plants. Finolex Industries Limited was incorporated in 1981 and is the largest PVC pipe manufacturer in India. 3P Consultants Pvt.
