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SPMB Recruits Chief Commercial Officer for Salsify
Bianca Moreno and Rosalie Lovy of SPMB Executive Search recently placed Lisa Schrumpf as chief commercial officer of Salsify in Boston. “Lisa is a powerhouse commercial leader with deep expertise in scaling teams and driving revenue growth across both emerging and global-scale organizations,” SPMB said in a LinkedIn post. “We’re thrilled to have partnered on this exciting
Miramar Global Opens New Office in Dubai
U.K.-based Miramar Global Executive Search, which specializes in technology, science, engineering, automotive and natural resources, has opened a new office in Dubai. Ross Bailey, managing partner at Miramar Global will lead the development across the MENA region from the Dubai office. The Dubai office will serve as a strategic hub for Miramar across the Middle East
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.
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
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?
DHR Global Adds New Partner in Singapore
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has expanded with the addition of Veronique Denis-Pelliet as a partner in its technology and retail & consumer practices in Singapore. A seasoned executive with over 10 years of experience in executive search, ESG leadership, sales, and international business development, Ms. Denis-Pelliet has led multicultural teams and driven growth in Southeast Asia, China, Europe,
Assessing Business Development Talent Without Slowing the Hiring Process
Companies are placing greater emphasis on improving hiring accuracy as competition for high-performing talent intensifies across the market. Yet many organizations continue to rely on inconsistent interview practices, subjective evaluations, and selection processes that create unnecessary friction for both candidates and internal stakeholders. Most hiring failures do not happen because companies move too fast. They
Academic Search Recruits President for Henry Ford College
Academic Search has placed David M. Knezek as the seventh president of Henry Ford College. Shirley Robinson Pippins and Richard Cummins led the assignment. Mr. Knezek, currently serving as chief operating officer of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and as an elected Wayne County commissioner, will assume the presidency later this year, succeeding interim president Dr. Lori
Fabric.AI Taps Egon Zehnder for Critical Search
Global leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder has been retained by NASDAQ-traded AI infrastructure company Fabric.AI to lead the search for a senior project management executive. “Egon Zehnder’s reputation, global reach, and deep expertise across AI, advanced technologies, and organizational leadership make them an ideal partner for Fabric.AI at this stage of our growth,” said Josh Silverman, CEO of
Caldwell Expands in London and Madrid
Toronto-based Caldwell has expanded with the addition of Alex Langridge as a partner in the firm’s financial services practice. Based in London, Mr. Langridge advises clients across financial services and fintech on senior executive and board appointments, succession planning, organizational design, and transformational leadership hiring. “Alex’s appointment reflects our continued investment in expanding Caldwell’s financial
Fama Technologies Granted U.S. Patent on Foundational AI-Powered Social Media Screening Technology
Fama Technologies, providers of AI-powered online screening, has announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has allowed all claims in its patent application covering the foundational technology behind social media background screening. The patent, titled “System for Searching and Correlating Online Activity with Individual Classification Factors,” has a priority date of November
Updating How You Work So AI Can Actually Deliver
AI adoption is no longer a technology challenge, it is an operational one. Companies that generate lasting value from AI will be the ones willing to redesign workflows, redefine leadership responsibilities, and embed AI directly into how work gets done every day. Most companies will not fail at AI because they chose the wrong model,
Vetted Solutions Assists CoreNet Global with CEO Search
Following an extensive search process, Washington, D.C.-based Vetted Solutions has assisted in the recruitment of Vicki Worden as the new CEO of CoreNet Global. “Vicki Worden demonstrates exemplary leadership through her collaborative approach,” said Jamie Leary-Erickson, CoreNet Global board chair. “Vicki’s extensive experience in the architecture, engineering, and commercial real estate sectors, combined with her global perspective
BarkerGilmore Places Head of Legal at Vantage Elevator Solutions
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has placed Keinan Meginniss as VP, head of legal at Vantage Elevator Solutions. The search was led by Stephen Bell and Alison Waters. “Keinan joins the organization at an exciting time as the company continues to expand its operations and strengthen its leadership team
NGS Global Adds TalentXera
Wilmington, DE-headquartered executive search firm NGS Global has added Saúl Almendárez and his team at TalentXera. This expands the firm’s capabilities across Mexico and the broader Latin America region. Mr. Almendárez is based in Mexico City, where he has spent more than 20 years building an exceptional team and a highly regarded brand in the executive search industry. Along
IMD International Search Group Elects New Board Members
Global executive search consortium IMD International Search Group recently had delegates from member firms meet in Helsinki, Finland, and announced the election of several board members. Ben Tucker (Minerva, IMD U.K.) transitions from director to VP finance and legal. Eva Nielsen (Lisberg, IMD Sweden) is reelected for a second mandate as director while Terhi Heikkinen (IMS Talent,
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Launch Recruiter Performance Training Program
The executive search industry has a training challenge. For years, recruiting firms have depended on apprenticeship-style development, learning through observation, informal mentoring, and varying management approaches. That model works for some, but it does not scale effectively. In a market increasingly shaped by AI, speed, precision, and commercial demands, inconsistent recruiter performance is no longer
Executive Search Firms Confront the AI Transformation
As AI rapidly reshapes the executive search landscape, recruiting firms are facing growing pressure to modernize how they identify, assess, and engage leadership talent. Industry experts say AI-driven sourcing, predictive analytics, and automation tools are helping firms accelerate search timelines and expand candidate reach, while also forcing recruiters to rethink where their true value lies.
Cooper Coleman Recruits CFO the Center for Child Protection
Cooper Coleman LLC has placed William Wade as chief financial officer of the Center for Child Protection (CCP) in Austin, TX. The national search was led by Johnny Cooper, founder and CEO of Cooper Coleman. “Dion brings the kind of strategic thinking and mission alignment CCP needs in its CFO,” said Mr. Cooper. “They are doing remarkable work,
Boyden Assists Kerry’s Place Autism Services with CEO Search
Boyden has recruited Normandie Wragg as the new president and CEO of Kerry’s Place Autism Services in Ontario. The appointment follows the previously announced retirement of CEO Susan VanDeVelde-Coke at the end of June. The search was led by partners Jim Stonehouse and Pamela Colquhoun, and Kathy Luu, senior associate. “Normandie is a highly accomplished, values-driven
Modern Executive Solutions Expands Technology Practice
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Moises Velilla as managing director in its technology practice. He brings deep experience advising organizations on senior leadership hiring and talent strategy across technology and transformation. Mr. Velilla specializes in advising clients on executive talent strategy and recruiting transformative technology and professional services leaders. He
AI’s Next Test: Can It Actually Drive Growth?
A massive opportunity, and a critical trust gap, is emerging among corporate leaders. According to EY-Parthenon’s Growth Survey of 271 U.S. executives, 78 percent believe AI will accelerate growth, even as nearly 80 percent say the growth environment has become more challenging over the past year. Yet only about a third trust AI inputs for high-stakes decisions such
Retained vs. Contingent Search: Choosing the Right Executive Search Model
As companies navigate increasingly complex leadership challenges, the pressure to make the right executive hiring decision has never been greater. Boards and leadership teams are looking beyond resumes and credentials, placing greater emphasis on cultural alignment, long-term business impact, and a candidate’s ability to guide organizations through growth, transformation, and uncertainty. At the same time,
Brettschneider Executive Search Completes Search for Western Colorado University
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search recently assisted in the recruitment of Sharoni Little as dean of Western Colorado University’s School of Business. “Dr. Little’s forward-thinking approach will help shape the future of business education at Western, creating opportunities for students to thrive in today’s competitive economy,” said Brad Baca, president. With a career spanning academia, corporate leadership,
Ren Systems Appoints Head of Product
Ren Systems, an AI-powered relationship intelligence platform used by sales, business development, and professional services leaders, recently expanded with the addition of Nick Wynja as head of product. “As we’ve scaled Ren to 70+ enterprise customers and accelerated our feature release cycle, it became clear that we needed focused product leadership,” the company said in
How to Kick Off an Executive Search the Right Way
As leadership demands grow more complex, organizations are increasingly recognizing that a successful executive search begins long before candidate outreach or interviews take place. Search consultants say the strongest outcomes are driven by early alignment around business strategy, organizational culture, leadership expectations, and the capabilities needed to support future growth. Rather than simply filling an
Why Structured Interviews Lead to Better Hiring
As organizations compete for leadership talent, many are reexamining how executive interviews are conducted and whether traditional hiring instincts are leading to the best decisions. Increasingly, research is showing that structured interviews built around standardized questions and evaluation criteria deliver more reliable hiring outcomes than conversational, free-flowing assessments. Talent experts say the approach not only
Rethinking Career Loyalty in the Age of Gen Z and Millennials
As leadership priorities continue to evolve, executive search firms are seeing a growing shift in how candidates evaluate long-term career opportunities. Today’s professionals are placing greater emphasis on purpose, culture, mentorship, flexibility, and personal growth alongside compensation and title. Recruiters say organizations that can clearly communicate vision, invest in employee development, and foster strong leadership
Coulter Partners Recruits Chief Scientific Officer for Laigo Bio
Life sciences recruiting specialist Coulter Partners has recruited Richard C.A. Sainson as the new chief scientific officer of Laigo Bio. “It was a privilege to partner with Matthew and the Laigo board,” said Kay Wardle, managing partner at Coulter Partners. “Targeted protein degradation is one of the most exciting frontier areas of drug discovery, and finding a chief
Blue Rock Human Capital Recruits Chief People Officer for Michelli Weighing & Measurement
Talent acquisition strategies at many large companies have become as complex as their balance sheets. And while chief human resource officers play a vital role in overseeing an organization’s broad-based workforce, the chief people officer typically goes beyond overseeing its people policies. The focus instead is on building talent as a key competitive advantage, with more
3 Strategies for Retaining Your Top Talent
Even at companies making significant workforce reductions, leaders are increasingly concerned about retaining the best. Most companies are already becoming acutely aware that if someone leaves, someone better won’t necessarily come along, and that they may not have the leaders they need as conditions change. Good leaders have their choice of roles, making it easy
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.
Jobs2Web Publisher Introduced
Jobs2web, a provider of interactive recruiting solutions, has introduced job publishing system Jobs2web Publisher. The tool is a complete solution that gives employers the ability to use detailed job and applicant status data to automatically route distribution to various types of job boards and aggregators while measuring the effectiveness of each source down to the
Interview: Creating Value Through People – An Hr Leader’s Perspective (part 2)
Manny Sousa was recently appointed head of HR for Royal Bank of Canada’s International Banking and Global Insurance businesses. With over 25 years of total experience, Mr. Sousa’s background includes key HR leadership roles spanning the consumer products, financial services, retail and telecommunications industries with companies like T-Mobile, Invesco, Mars and PepsiCo. Mr. Sousa is
Kinsey Allen Opens Boston Office
U.K.-based executive search firm Kinsey Allen International has opened a new office in Boston, focused on key hires within the asset management market; the firm expects to employ five by the end of the year. The new location will be run by Katie Vande Water, who joins as director and head of asset management –
Heidrick & Struggles Creates Global Sports Practice
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has launched a new 42-member global search practice dedicated to the sports business. The global sport leadership advisory group will be led by Joe Bailey, who was most recently CEO of Dolphins Enterprises, the Miami Dolphins and Dolphin Stadium. "Talent is a critical element in creating and
Caldwell Partners to Lead CEO Search for CombiMatrix
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has been selected by CombiMatrix Corporation to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. Jodie Emery of Caldwell will serve as the lead partner for the assignment. "We are delighted to have been awarded the CombiMatrix assignment. The company is in an exciting phase,
Arbita and Pinnacle Affirmative Action Services Join Forces
Arbita, a provider of recruitment marketing solutions, and Pinnacle Affirmative Action Services, an HR consulting leader in providing affirmative action planning solutions, have formed a strategic alliance to connect recruitment and affirmative action planning. In addition to working together, Arbita and Pinnacle will be publishing a thought leadership article on recruitment, affirmative action guidelines, and
SelectMinds Creates Referral Recruiting Solution
SelectMinds, a provider of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) networking and referral technologies, has launched TalentVine, a referral recruiting solution. TalentVine enables corporations to tap into the social networks of current and former employees to accelerate their referral program with access to quality employment candidates. Driven by a job alert engine, the tool enables recruiters to mobilize current
Kinsey Allen Opens Boston Office
U.K.-based executive search firm Kinsey Allen International has opened a new office in Boston. The office will focus initially on key hires within the asset management market and will be led by Katie Vande Water, who becomes director and head of asset management – U.S. Ms. Vande Water was previously a partner in the global
Korn Ferry Expands in Greater China
Korn/Ferry International has strengthened its position in the Greater China region with three new hires. Based in Beijing and Shanghai, the new partners will augment the firm’s capabilities in the life sciences, industrial and financial services markets. Jerome Bucher joins Korn/Ferry in Beijing as senior client partner – life sciences; he was previously with Heidrick
Stanton Chase Adds Three New Offices in Europe and the Middle East
Executive search firm Stanton Chase International has opened three offices in Europe and the Middle East — Brussels, Lisbon and Doha. With this expansion, Stanton Chase increases its locations to 70 offices in 43 countries, offering services in Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, Latin America and North America. “Expansion enhances our ability
Vetted Solutions Appoints Senior Associate
Washington, D.C.-based executive search firm Vetted Solutions LLC has named E. Harrison Able as senior associate. Mr. Able has served nearly 40 years as CEO of non-profit organizations and associations, most recently as the president and CEO of the American Association of Museums, where he established the organization as the largest and most influential cultural
Nosal Partnes Taps New CEO for Protecticve Industries
Executive recruiter Nosal Partners LLC has recruited Greg Tucholski as chief executive officer for Protective Industries, Inc. Mr. Tucholski was previously president – international for Hill-Rom Company. The search was conducted by Terri Naughtin, managing partner, and David Nosal, chairman and CEO. Based in Buffalo, Protective Industries is a manufacturer of plastic injection-molded and vinyl
SoftScape Selected by Ascendis
Softscape, a global provider of people management software, has announced Ascendis, a consultancy company in Romania, has selected Softscape for its talent management SaaS solution. This alliance will provide Ascendis' customers with an advanced strategic HR software platform to better manage their workforces and drive growth and productivity. Ascendis is the largest consultancy company in
Major, Lindsey & Africa Expands in Hong Kong and London
Legal search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa has added Katie Lowe as a consultant in the firm’s Hong Kong office and Nina Gray as a managing director in London. The new additions mark MLA’s expansion in the European and Asian legal markets. Ms. Lowe was previously a senior researcher at Cripps Sears & Partners, where
J. Robert Scott Adds Recruiters to Technology Practice
Executive search firm J. Robert Scott has added two managing directors within its technology practice. Steve Maxwell, a 25-year technology and recruiting industry veteran, joins the Boston office. Joining the firm’s London office is Grace Borrelli, who brings more than 25 years of executive recruiting and professional services experience to the firm. Both will be
Benchmark Executive Search Completes Search for Global Crossing
Benchmark Executive Search has placed John Sutton as executive vice president and general manager of a new Federal sector customer-facing unit at Global Crossing, a leading global IP solutions provider with revenues in excess of $2.5B. “Benchmark did a great job working with us to truly understand our needs and help us refine those needs
Simply Hired Launches Site for Austria
Simply Hired, a search engine for jobs and recruitment advertising network, has launched a localized destination website for Austria (www.simplyhired.at).With more than 60,000 available local job listings, The new site launches with a range of social job search features including integration with LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter enabling job seekers to view professional connections in their
Talent Alliance to Develop Social Media Website for Chinese Recruiters
Talent Alliance, Inc. has initiated development of a domestic recruiting and social media website for Chinese recruiters. The new website which will be co-developed in Shanghai by Global Talent will focus on brining training, best practices and a social media outlet to China's thousands of recruiters and independent recruiters. The site will also enable independent
Corners Group Joins InterSearch Worldwide
InterSearch Worldwide, a global network of executive search firms, has added Corners Group, a boutique executive search firm based in Canada, as its newest member firm. The partnership creates a new search firm in Canada that is capable of conducting executive search assignments on a global level and has easy access to international candidates. The
Tatum Adds to Dallas Office
Tatum LLC has added Greg L. Walther as a partner in its Dallas office. He will be responsible for developing and expanding Tatum's retail and hospitality practice. “Greg's deep understanding of the retail and hospitality marketplace enables him to bring a wealth of experience to our firm,” said Jim Schuchard, managing partner of Tatum's Dallas
HumanConcepts and USjade Form Alliance
HumanConcepts, a provider of workforce decision support solutions, has formed a partnership with USJade, an IT services provider for enterprise business and technology solutions. Combining HumanConcepts' OrgPlus Enterprise software platform with USJade's best practice expertise around implementing ERP systems will provide customers a solution to augment current infrastructure with workforce intelligence. The companies will focus
Astra HR Selected by Jan-Pro International
Astra HR, a national leader in human resource management, has been named the preferred provider of HR management for JAN-PRO International. The partnership provides Astra HR with endorsed status for the more than 10,000 franchise locations internationally. As part of the agreement, Astra HR will provide a suite of specialized HR services that address the
Preston | Reffett Retained to Fill Several Posts at EYC, USA
Preston | Reffett, LLC has been has been retained to conduct seven key leadership positions for EYC, USA. EYC (Engage Your Customer) is a London-based company with several offices in the U.S. Three of Preston | Reffett's offices will collaborate on the engagement. Preston | Reffett, LLC, is a retained firm with offices in Seattle,
Global Labor Market Optimism Improving
According to the latest Manpower Employment Outlook Survey results employer optimism in the global labor market is improving, with employers in 30 of 36 countries and territories indicating stronger hiring plans compared to 12 months ago. Despite uncertainty in the European market, fewer employers are reporting negative forecasts for the quarter ahead. Meanwhile, employers in
Dillistone Elects Non-Executive Director
Dillistone Systems, a global supplier of software for executive recruiters, has elected Giles Robin Fearnley to its board as a non-executive director. Mr. Fearnley has 35 years' experience in the passenger transport industry. Having been one of the founders of Prism Rail PLC he then led that group as chief executive from its formation through
