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Nexus Search Partners Recruits Chief Revenue Officer for Mobile Communications America
Nexus Search Partners, an executive search and advisory firm in Charlotte, NC, has placed Jonathan Nikols as chief revenue officer at Mobile Communications America (MCA) in Spartanburg, SC. “We’re thrilled to welcome Jonathan to the MCA executive team,” said Vince Foody, CEO of MCA. “His deep experience leading integrated revenue functions and scaling high-performing commercial organizations makes him
Summit Search Group Places Executive Director for Resource Assistance for Youth
Ontario-headquartered executive recruiting firm Summit Search Group has assisted in the recruitment of Kate Sjoberg as executive director of Resource Assistance for Youth (RaY). This executive search was conducted as part of Summit’s 2025 Pro Bono Search Initiative, an annual program dedicated to supporting leadership transitions in Manitoba’s non-profit sector. “We’re pleased to announce the
Executive Recruiters Pull Off Another Remarkable Year, Remain Bullish for 2023
Hunt Scanlon Media has released its annual rankings of leading executive recruiters. In the U.S. and globally, billions of dollars poured into the high-end recruiting sector in 2022, a result of continued pentup demand for senior-level leaders and their key reports.
CIO Partners Seeking Chief Information Officer for Resideo
CIO Partners was recently tapped by Resideo to lead in its search for a new chief information officer. This executive is responsible for defining and executing the enterprise technology strategy that enables innovation across connected home products, digital services, and global distribution operations at Resideo Technologies. This leader ensures that enterprise technology platforms, cloud infrastructure, and
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?
DSG Global Appoints Managing Directors
DSG Global has expanded with the additions of Kris McFeely, Chris Clarey, and Scott Murray as managing directors. Ms. McFeely, who joins the firm’s nonprofit and social impact practice, brings more than two decades of executive search experience to the team. She specializes in identifying and recruiting exceptional leaders for mission-driven organizations. Drawing on experience across
U.S. M&A Accelerates as Buyers Raise the Bar
EY-Parthenon’s September Merger Monthly points to continued momentum across the U.S. M&A market. Through August, deal value for transactions above $100 million reached approximately $2.2 trillion, up roughly 48 percent year-over-year, while volume increased 23 percent. Momentum remained strong from June through August, with deal value rising 23 percent and volume advancing 22 percent from
Why the Best Job Offer Is About More Than Salary
A higher salary can make a new job attractive, but compensation alone does not always tell candidates whether an offer is truly better. According to a recent report from NPAworldwide, recruiters can play an important role in helping candidates evaluate the complete package while also helping employers understand why a competitive base salary may not
Buffkin / Baker Recruits President for Valdosta State University
Partner-led executive search firm Buffkin / Baker has assisted in the recruitment of Donald J. Green president of Valdosta State University (VSU). Partner Ann Yates and associate Dinah DeWitt led the assignment. “Don Green is a leader who knows how to deliver results, and he’s proven that time and again,” USG chancellor Sonny Perdue said. “At Gordon State, he focused on
The Moran Company Recruits CEO for The Arc of New Mexico
The Moran Company, an executive recruitment firm that specializes in the non-profit sector, has placed Tracie Fletcher as the new executive director of The Arc of New Mexico. Senior search consultant Bruce Scott led the assignment. “Tracie brings a 25-year track record of leadership in non-profit, government, and community organizations,” The Arc of New Mexico said in a
Riviera Partners Expands Public Practice
San Francisco-based Riviera Partners, a recruitment provider specializing in C-level engineering, product, and design leader placements, has expanded with the addition of Archer McFall as a partner within its public practice serving large, publicly-traded companies and late-stage, pre-IPO companies. “Getting the right CTO, CIO, or chief AI officer in place, building the team structure around AI, making sure the
Building Your IR Function: The Questions Every VC Should be Asking
As venture firms mature and fundraising becomes more institutionalized, building the right investor relations function is increasingly becoming a critical part of long-term growth. The best time to hire an investor relations leader is before you urgently need one, according to a recent report from SPMB’s Suzanne Heske and Emily Leder. “LP relationships take years to
U.S. Hiring Slows as Unemployment Rate Edges Up to 4.2 Percent
Employment increased by 29,000 in September as the U.S. unemployment rate edged up to at 4.2 percent, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. The number of unemployed people, at 7.1 million, also increased in September. Among the major worker groups, the unemployment rate for people who are Black (7.0 percent) increased in September.
Cook Silverman Search Recruits Chief Development Officer for Common Sense Media
Greenbrae, CA-based Cook Silverman Search has assisted in the recruitment of Alicia Chang as chief development officer of Common Sense Media to lead in its search for a chief development officer. Ms. Chang joins Common Sense Media after spending a decade with Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, where she most recently served as deputy chief development officer
DRiWaterstone Human Capital Assists WJCT Public Media with CEO Search
DRiWaterstone Human Capital has assisted in the recruitment of Karen Feagins as president and CEO of WJCT Public Media, the independent, community-owned public media organization serving Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia. “Karen represents exactly what we were looking for as the next leader for WJCT Public Media,” said Bill Hendrich, chair of the WJCT Public Media board
Wilton & Bain Expands Interim Management Business
Global executive search and interim leadership firm Wilton & Bain has named Oliver Bentley as partner within its interim management business. He will focus on senior interim appointments across consumer markets in business transformation, technology and digital. “I am delighted to welcome Oliver to Wilton & Bain,” said James Humphreys, managing partner at Wilton & Bain.
Boards Weigh Internal vs. External CEO Candidates in Succession Planning
Choosing between an internal and external CEO candidate is rarely as simple as favoring continuity or change. For boards and executive search firms, the more important question is whether the succession process is anchored to the company’s future mandate and the leadership capabilities required to deliver it. The internal-versus-external CEO debate often starts with a
Pyramind Places New Leader for The International Institute
Following a national search, Falls Church, VA-based executive search firm Pyramind has placed Chad Leahy as the next director of The International Institute. “Chad came to Madrid on September 1 and has begun meeting with Institute staff, familiarizing himself with his new duties, and following the completion of this summer’s improvement projects in the Institute building,”
NPAG Recruits CEO for Dream.Org
Executive search firm NPAG has assisted in the recruitment of Janos Marton as the new CEO for Dream.Org in Oakland, CA. The search was being led by Phuong Quach and Sharon Gertsman. Mr. Marton joined Dream.Org as CEO after spending the past five years leading advocacy work at the organization, where he helped build coalitions and advance
Stevenson Search Partners Expands
Fort Lee, NJ-based Stevenson Search Partners, a global life science executive search firm and a Hunt Scanlon Top 50 ranked search firm, has expanded with the addition of Jim LoSapio to its on-demand talent solutions team as director, business development. “Jim has developed a strong understanding of the unique talent, consulting, and resource challenges facing life sciences organizations
TriSearch Expands Through Strategic Partnership
TriSearch has entered into a strategic partnership with Northwest Talent Solutions founder Nikita R. Steals, who has joined the firm as vice president, client success. The arrangement combines Northwest Talent Solutions’ workforce transformation expertise and entrepreneurial agility with TriSearch’s national recruiting platform, scalable delivery capabilities and highly customized approach to client partnership. Northwest Talent Solutions
Private Equity Takes a Harder Look at Leadership Assessment
Private equity firms examine every line of the financial model and pressure-test the commercial thesis from multiple angles. However, an assessment of the leadership team is often the least rigorous part of diligence. Deal teams will spend weeks validating a revenue forecast and only a matter of hours forming a view on the CEO expected
The Succession Crisis Extends Beyond Small Business
Succession planning has become one of the most pressing leadership issues facing boards as a growing number of senior executives move closer to retirement. For executive search firms, that is creating increased demand for earlier engagement, deeper assessment of internal talent, and more deliberate planning around critical leadership transitions. The challenge is especially acute when
Academic Career & Executive Search Recruits General Counsel for MassArt
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) has recruited Jeannie Barrett as general counsel at Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt). Jennifer Muller, managing partner, led the assignment. Ms. Barrett brings more than 25 years of legal experience in higher education, advising institutions and senior leaders on a wide range of complex legal, operational, governance, and
Lock Search Group Fills Senior Position for Emergent BioSolutions
Toronto-headquartered executive recruitment firm Lock Search Group has assisted in the recruitment of Layton Henderson as vice president and general manager of Emergent BioSolutions’ Winnipeg manufacturing facility. “We’re grateful to celebrate a successful executive placement with our valued partner, Emergent BioSolutions,” Lock Search Group said in a LinkedIn post. “Congratulations to Layton Henderson on his appointment. We’re
Options Group Expands Dubai Office
Options Group has expanded in Dubai office with the additions of Eugenio Chiappini and Ben Prickett as vice presidents. Mr. Chiappini specializes in the private equity and family offices sectors. His addition strengthens the firm’s presence in the Middle East and supports its work with alternative investment firms and private capital clients seeking senior talent. Before
Executive Search Evolves, but Relationships and Judgment Still Matter Most
Executive search is evolving as firms face growing pressure to deliver stronger talent outcomes while providing deeper advisory value to clients and candidates. The most effective search organizations are looking beyond individual assignments to build broader networks, strengthen market intelligence, and create relationships that endure across careers and leadership transitions. That shift is placing renewed
Executive Diligence Takes on Greater Role in Senior-Level Hiring
Executive search increasingly extends beyond assessing experience, leadership style, and cultural fit. For boards and investors, understanding a senior candidate’s background, reputation, and potential risk profile has become an important part of evaluating whether that individual is equipped to lead in a high-stakes environment. That has made investigative diligence a more meaningful component of senior-level
BarkerGilmore Recruits General Counsel for Stanford University
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has recruited Timothy G. Lynch as vice president and general counsel of Stanford University. He succeeds Debra Zumwalt, who announced earlier this year that she would retire after 26 years as Stanford’s vice president and general counsel. BarkerGilmore’s Sarah Sullivan, Brittney McDonough, and
Calibre One Recruits CPO and Chief Technology and Information Officer for Production Resource Group
Calibre One has placed Jennifer Caserta as chief people officer and Joe Simon as chief technology and information officer at PRG (Production Resource Group) in New York City. “We are building PRG for a bigger future, and that means investing across every part of this business: our leadership, crews, talent development, and the equipment, technology and
9 Things Executive Search Consultants Say Not To Do
Over the decades, executive search professionals have gathered much intelligence about critical aspects of how candidates need to present themselves when represented by their search practice. Recruiters are retained by the hiring company, so they know the firm, know the pay range, know the benefits plan, know the hiring manager requirements, know the culture, know
Correlate Grows London Operations
Executive search firm Correlate Financial Markets Limited (formerly known as Akamai Financial Markets) has expanded its coverage in London with the additions of David Newhouse, Tricia Tucker and Richard Melkonian. Mr. Newhouse most recently has worked as a hedge fund manager and will focus on equity derivatives and quant strategy markets. Ms. Tucker joins the
APEX Leaders Recruits Chairman for SCOLR Pharma
Executive search firm Apex Leaders LLC has placed Carl Johnson as the chairman of the board of directors at SCOLR Pharma, Inc. David Meyers, principal at Apex Leaders, led the search assignment. Mr. Johnson previously served as president and chief executive officer of Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. Based in Bothell, Washington, SCOLR Pharma is a specialty
JobVite Partners with SuccessFactors
Jobvite, a provider of next-generation recruitment solutions, has formed a partnership with SuccessFactors, Inc. to bring the social recruiting innovations of the Jobvite Source to the SuccessFactors Business Execution (BizX) suite. This strategic partnership enables customers of both solutions to harness social sourcing and CRM for recruiting within their existing infrastructure and see results of
ZaPoint Releases New Career Management Software
Zapoint, a provider of career management software, has announced the availability of its newest module for its career management software solution, SkillsMapper. The new module, Career Path, engages employees directly into the career development process by tying career aspirations with actionable learning, recommended connections, and relevant social media inside the company. “This is an exciting
Interview: IIC Partners’ Board Chair Discusses Executive Search Market (part 2)
The founder of Executive Talent International, an executive search firm in Singapore, Lim Chye Lian is board chair of global partnership IIC Partners. She has more than 20 years of Asia Pacific executive search and corporate senior executive experience, living in Singapore, Hong Kong and Sydney. Her successful track record placing CEOs, senior functional executives
Companies Struggling to Fill Leadership Needs
Fifty-six percent of the corporate executives cited a critical talent gap for senior managers' successors, according to a global report by The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and the World Federation of People Management Associations (WFPMA). Yet while it is generally easier and more effective for homegrown talent to step into leadership roles, companies fill more
Wesley, Brown & Bartle Adds Military Veteran
Executive search firm Wesley, Brown & Bartle, Inc. (WB&B) has announced the addition of Former Captain Jerry Pegram, a West Point graduate who saw combat duty in Iraq prior to departure from military service. After his tour in Iraq, he returned to West Point to identify and mentor future minority officers for the Army. In
BAO & Partners / Signium International Launches BAO to Managers
Bao & Partners/Signium International has launched Bao to Managers (B2M), a new affiliate company to meet the needs of its clients for selection services and HR consulting at the middle management level and for technical and highly specialized positions. Using a process based on communication, transparency and objectivity, Bao to Managers looks to provide practical
Korn Ferry to Lead CFO Search for Albany International
Korn/Ferry International has been retained by Albany International Corp. to lead in its search for a new chief financial officer. The company has terminated the employment of Michael K. Burke, SVP and CFO, effective immediately, without cause. Albany International is a global advanced textiles and materials processing company. Korn/Ferry International, based in Los Angeles and
ICIMS Forms Partnership with RedVision Systems
iCIMS, a provider of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) talent acquisition solutions, has formed an alliance with RedVision Systems, Inc., an independent provider of real property research solutions. Through the partnership, RedVision will leverage the iCIMS Talent Platform to automate and streamline their entire candidate management process. “iCIMS’ ease-of-use and flexibility enables any size organization to operate on
Amrop Adds Senior Partner in India
Global executive search firm Amrop has added Swarup Choudhury as a senior partner in India. Mr. Choudhury previously served as vice president of growth markets at IBM World Wide Corporation, where he headed IBM’s global financial services practice in growth markets. Prior to that, he served in senior roles at HSBC for 17 years.
Heidrick & Struggles Heading CEO Search for ERT
Executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has announced that it will be leading the search for a new president and CEO for ResearchTechnology, Inc. (ERT). Dr. Michael McKelvey, the current president of ERT will continue in his current position until a successor is appointed. Heidrick & Struggles is a provider of senior-level executive search
Salary.com Partners with PDI Ninth House
Salary.com, Inc., a provider of on-demand compensation, payroll and talent management solutions, and PDI Ninth House, a global leadership solutions company serving clients on six continents, have partnered to provide data, solutions and consulting services for competencies and skills assessment to the enterprise market. PDI Ninth House offers its Leadership Competency Framework, a research-based packaged
StepStone Selected by Campofrio
Campofrio Spain, a division of Spain-based processed foods conglomerate, Campofrio Group, has selected StepStone to provide it with a new talent management system. With the 2009 merger of two large food companies, Campofrio Food Group is now the leading processed meats company in Europe and one of the five largest processed meats companies worldwide, with
Uvisor Launches Full Service Career Advisor Website
Uvisor, a new full-service career advisor website, has been officially launched. In addition to free, intelligent job search of more than 630,000 positions in the Uvisor database, the website is a one-stop hub for identifying the best career match, applying for a job and expediting the hiring process. “Uvisor gives anyone looking to begin, establish,
Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson Adds to Chicago Office
Philadelphia-based Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson has added Julie Kanak as a managing director in its Chicago office. Ms. Kanak is an experienced search professional who has successfully recruited senior leaders in the global agribusiness, food and beverage industries for a range of positions including board of directors, general management, finance, procurement and supply chain, product
Kincannon & Reed Names Managing Partner
Kincannon & Reed Global Executive Search has named Jon Leafstedt as managing partner. In his new role, Mr. Leafstedt will focus on expanding the firm's client base in North America and its global marketing strategies. He will continue to be responsible for senior-level executive searches in all areas of the business with particular emphasis in
Martin Partners Places Manager at Farley’s & Sathers Candy Company
Executive search firm Martin Partners has placed Jodi D. Schechter as category manager to Farley's & Sathers Candy Company, a billion dollar consumer products company. Prior to joining Farley's & Sathers, Ms. Schechter was a client manager at The Nielsen Company. Chicago-headquartered Martin Partners provides executive search services to a wide array of industries.
Huxley Associates Opens Offices in Singapore and Sydney
Financial services-focused recruiter Huxley Associates has opened offices in Singapore and Sydney, Australia. “Huxley has seen placements of senior banking & finance professionals increase by 43 percent in the last six months, and with our Singapore office – the second Huxley office in the Asia-Pacific region – we’re primed and ready to meet the high
HireVue Integrated by Taleo’s Talent Grid
Video interviewing provider HireVue has announced its availability on the Taleo Talent Grid, a cloud community for talent management. This move enhances customers’ ability to drive talent Intelligence through comprehensive video-based assessments and interviews. HireVue’s video interviewing solutions are integrated with Taleo’s talent management solutions and are available on Solution Exchange, Taleo’s online solutions marketplace
Boyden Expands into Winnipeg Through People First HR Services Alliance
Boyden will open an office in Winnipeg as part of a strategic alliance with People First HR Services. Dr. John McFerran has been assigned as managing director of the Winnipeg offices of Boyden Global Executive Search. “Boyden enjoys an international reputation and strong brand presence in our markets, and we are rigorous about the people,
Kinsey Allen Creates New CleanTech Division
U.K.-based executive search firm Kinsey Allen International has opened a new cleantech division dedicated exclusively to the cleantech market. The practice will be based in London and led by Zoe Bennett. Ms. Bennett has 10 years search experience, previously serving as an executive search consultant at ICP Search. “The launch of Kinsey Allen Cleantech is
SearchWide Finds CEO for Visit Jacksonville
SearchWide, an executive recruitment firm specific to the hospitality, meetings, and conventions industry, has placed Daniel O'Byrne as the new president and CEO of Visit Jacksonville. Mr. O'Byrne previously served as the CEO and the chief marketing officer at the Little Rock Convention and Visitors Bureau. Visit Jacksonville’s mission is to create visitor demand, resulting
SourceRight Solutions Opens Seattle Location
SourceRight Solutions, a division of recruiting giant SFN Group, formerly known as Spherion Corporation, has opened a new Seattle office support the company's growing recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), managed services and contingent workforce services clients. The new facility already houses more than 55 employees who are primarily focused on processing recruitment transactions for a multinational
Halogen Releases Talent Management Suite Version 10
Halogen Software has released Talent Management Suite Version 10. The suite includes hundreds of new feature enhancements as well as the company’s latest talent management module, Job Description Builder, a solution designed to make job descriptions a fully integrated part of the performance and talent management process. “Halogen’s success is built on its ease of
Financial Times Creates New Recruitment Section
The Financial Times newspaper has launched a newly updated and revised recruitment section. The weekly U.K. Executive Appointments supplement will now include at least three pages of editorial content every Thursday alongside classified advertising. The editorial will include a cover feature of topical interest – the first one looking at leadership succession planning just as
VMA Group Continues Expansion
U.K.-headquartered recruitment consultancy VMA Group has announced the development of its international network with the opening of a new European operation, headquartered in Brussels. In addition, the firm has signed an affiliate partnership agreement with Patino Associates, a U.S.-based corporate communications executive search firm, to assist VMA Group gain a presence in the U.S. Dawn
The RightThing and Jobs2Web Join Forces
Global recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) provider The RightThing and Jobs2web, a provider of interactive recruiting solutions, have created an alliance to deliver enhanced recruitment marketing and career tracking solutions to The RightThing's client base. Integrating through The RightThing's proprietary technology, Jobs2Web will provide interactive and social sourcing solutions through its Recruitment Marketing Platform. The platform
Frazer Jones Adds to Dubai Office
Global HR recruiter Frazer Jones has added Shibli Miah to its Dubai office. Ms. Miah has worked for global multinational recruitment firms Michael Page International and The Five Ten Group and she has spent the last few years working within the Middle East/Africa region. With a wealth of regional recruitment experience, Ms. Miah will be
Interview: IIC Partners’ Board Chair Discusses Executive Search Market (part 1)
The founder of Executive Talent International, an executive search firm in Singapore, Lim Chye Lian is board chair of global partnership IIC Partners. She has more than 20 years of Asia Pacific executive search and corporate senior executive experience, living in Singapore, Hong Kong and Sydney. Her successful track record placing CEOs, senior functional executives
CTPartners Expands Canadian Practice
CTPartners has added Marilynne Dunbar and Tony Small to its Toronto office in the firm's industrial practice. Ms. Dunbar joins as a principal from Odgers Berndtson where she served as a principal in the energy, manufacturing & infrastructure practice. She has a focus on the alternative energy and electricity sector in Canada. Ms. Dunbar began
