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The Conference Board Highlights a Strategic Slowdown in Hiring
The Conference Board’s August Human Capital report makes clear that CHROs are taking a more cautious, measured approach to workforce strategy. As Diana Scott, leader of The Conference Board US Human Capital Center, explained: “CHROs are taking a more thoughtful, steady approach as economic and policy uncertainty lingers. This slowdown in hiring isn’t about losing confidence—it’s
Lindauer Recruits Chief People Officer for Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard
Lindauer has assisted in the recruitment of Sarah Cox as chief people officer of Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. The search was led by Lindauer senior vice president Paula Fazli, who co-leads the firm’s higher education practice alongside SVP Faith Montgomery. “With Paula Fazli’s support and guidance, we cast a wide net and considered candidates from a range of backgrounds, including
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
A Look at How the CFO Role in Private Equity is Evolving
Navigating a tapestry of challenges, private equity CFOs have undergone a transformative evolution, shifting from being financial overseers to becoming strategic pilots. Their role surpasses the scope of accounting and reporting monthly numbers; they now own and harness data, providing invaluable insights that improve fact-based decision making for the organization at large, according to a
U.S. Employers to Bolster Staff During Q4
U.S. employers anticipate a slight gain in employment levels for Q4 2010, the fourth successive quarter of modest to favorable hiring plans, according to the global Manpower Employment Outlook Survey results released by Manpower Inc. Of the more than 18,000 employers surveyed, 15 percent anticipate an increase in staff levels in their forth quarter hiring
Kenexa Partners with Harvard Business
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has announced that Harvard Business Publishing’s Corporate Learning programs will be included in Kenexa’s Leadership Development solutions. Harvard Business Publishing creates learning experiences that develop leaders who can think on their feet and make smart decisions at crucial moments. The publication provides e-learning, virtual
Heidrick & Struggles Partners with Beyond Sport
Following the recent launch of its new global sport leadership advisory group, Heidrick & Struggles Internationalhas formed a partnership with global sport and development initiative Beyond Sport. Beyond Sport is a global organization that promotes, develops and funds the use of sport to create positive social change across the world. The collaboration will be on
Bernard Hodes and Roosevelt Thomas Join Forces
Bernard Hodes Group, a provider of integrated talent solutions, has entered into a partnership with Roosevelt Thomas Consulting & Training (RTCT), a consulting and training firm specializing in strategic diversity management. “Our relationship with Roosevelt Thomas Consulting & Training allows us to provide a highly respected and deeply knowledgeable resource to our clients. We are
Korn Ferry Names Tony Vardy U.K. Technology Head
Tony Vardy, U.K. and London office managing director for Korn/Ferry|Whitehead Mann, has been appointed to lead the firm's U.K. technology practice. Mr. Vardy worked closely with leading global technology companies in his past career, including a stint as a leader and founding member of the technology, communications & media practice in Europe for rival headhunter
Monster Employment Index Records Growth
The Monster Employment Index (MEI), a monthly analysis of millions of online job opportunities culled from a large, representative selection of corporate career sites and job boards, has recorded its seventh consecutive month of positive, year-over-year growth rate at 12 percent. The annual growth rate eased from July possibly due to moderation in underlying job
Witt/Kieffer Adds to Houston Office
Executive search firm Witt/Kieffer has hired Scott Sette as a consultant in its Houston office. Mr. Sette will help identify senior leaders for prominent national hospitals and health systems, physician group practices, integrated delivery systems and academic medical centers. Prior to joining Witt/Kieffer, he was president of Kensington Group, a national boutique search firm specializing
Caldwell Partners Expands in New York and Vancouver
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has added two new partners in the firm's New York City and Vancouver offices. Jerry McGrath joins the New York City office as a partner and member of the human resources and financial services practices and Angelica Mirza has been added to the Vancouver office as a
Leadership Index Shows Declining Confidence in Leaders
The Korn/Ferry Institute’s Confidence in Leadership Index reveals a significant decline in the trust and confidence executives have for corporate leadership, as well as their leadership direction. Gauging perceptions of global leaders over the last five quarters, the survey shows that the recovery of confidence stalled during Q2, from a surge to all-time highs in
eQuest Opens Free Delivery Channel to Asia-Pacific Career Network
eQuest, a provider of job posting distribution and job posting management, has announced that through a special arrangement with JobsDB, it will open up a free job delivery gateway in Asia-Pacific. JobsDB has network coverage, spanning Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Korea, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, and Thailand. The arrangement also includes special
MBA Focus Names CEO
MBA Focus, a provider of MBA talent recruiting software, has appointed Jack Gainer as chief executive officer. Mr. Gainer brings nearly two decades of senior management experience, in both start-up and existing businesses, to MBA Focus. Previously, he was president and CEO of O-Cedar Brands, Inc., a key member of the senior management team that
Witt/Kieffer Adds To Houston Office
Diane Tanking has joined executive search firm Witt/Kieffer in its Houston office. Prior to joining Witt/Kieffer, Ms. Tanking was a partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers in Houston where she helped clients navigate large-scale transformation and create high-performance teams. She also is a former partner at V4 Consulting and at Ernst & Young LLP, both in Houston. “Diane’s
Heidrick & Struggles Adds Principal in Japan
Executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has expanded its life sciences practice in Japan with the addition of Katsuro Kuroda as a principal. Mr. Kuroda will be responsible for working with medical device and pharmaceutical clients. He joins Heidrick from Takeda Pharmaceuticals with a career that spanned 20 years in Japan, Germany, the U.K.,
Companies Struggling to Retain Quality Talent
Sixty-five percent of companies globally and more than one-half (52 percent) of U.S. companies reported problems attracting critical-skill employees, according to The Towers Watson Global Talent Management and Rewards Survey. The study, which polled 1,176 companies worldwide, also found that 61 percent of companies globally, and 45 percent of U.S. companies, reported similar difficulty attracting
FiveTen Group Expands into Middle East
Global recruitment consultancy The FiveTen Group has launched its HR recruitment arm Ortus with the opening of a new office in Dubai. The company also named Mark Baxter as regional director to lead operations in the Middle East. With 13 years of management experience, Mr. Baxter recently worked at Beresford Blake Thomas (BBT) before its
Andcor Completes Search for Haemonetics
Andcor Companies, Inc. has placed Shanthi Ramakrishnan as vice president of product development and commercialization for Haemonetics Corporation, a global leader in blood processing technology. Ms. Ramakrishnan was most recently program manager at medical technology company Medtronic. Founded in 1969, Andcor Companies is a provider of professional and executive level search services for emerging growth
Hewitt Associates Acquires EnnisKnupp
Hewitt Associates, Inc., a global human resources consulting and outsourcing company, has acquired EnnisKnupp, a provider of investment advisory services to large institutional investors. As a combined entity, Hewitt EnnisKnupp now becomes one of the largest providers of investment consulting services, with $3 trillion in assets under advisement globally. Financial terms of the agreement were
Most Workers Believe Less Jobs are Available
The SFN Group Employee Confidence Index remained virtually unchanged, decreasing 0.2 points to 48.2 in August. The index, which measures workers' confidence in their personal employment situation and optimism in the economic environment, revealed that slightly more workers believe the economy is getting weaker, although the percentage indicating that more jobs are available increased. Twenty-one
Nosal Partners Recruits Chief Security Post at Juniper
Executive recruiter Nosal Partners LLC has placed Leslie K. Lambert as chief information security officer at Juniper Networks, Inc. Ms. Lambert was previously vice president of information technology and chief information security officer at Sun Microsystems, Inc. The search was conducted by Robert G. Fong, managing partner for the global advanced technology practice at Nosal
Taleo Purchases Learn.com for $125 Million
Taleo, a provider of on demand talent management solutions, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire strategic partner Learn.com, Inc. for approximately $125 million in cash. Learn.com is a leading next generation provider of SaaS learning management solutions, a market estimated to be $1 billion in 2011 according to Bersin & Associates. Learn.com's solutions are
Stepstone’s MrTedTalentLink Selected by McKee Foods
MrTedTalentLink has been selected by McKee Foods Corporation, a privately held, family-run company, with more than 6,000 employees in the U.S. and Canada. “We're delighted to add a prestigious brand like McKee Foods to our global client list of over 1,600 customers,” said StepStone Solutions CEO, Matthew Parker. StepStone Solutions, a London-based provider of human
SearchPath Posts 21 Percent Revenue Gain
SearchPath International, Inc., the subsidiary company of human capital solutions provider SearchPath HCS, Inc., recorded a 21 percent increase in revenue generated by search and recruiting services for the first eight months of 2010. “The last couple of years have been very difficult for the industry, which is usually one of the first impacted by
Kenexa to Acquire Salary.com
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has entered into an agreement to acquire Salary.com, Inc. in an all cash tender offer and merger for $4.07 per share, or approximately $80 million. Kenexa expects to complete the cash tender offer and close the transaction during the fourth quarter of 2010. Salary.com
Morgan Samuels Finds New CEO for Investigative News Network
Morgan Samuels Company, an L.A.-based executive recruiter, has recruited Kevin L. J. Davis as chief executive officer at Investigative News Network. Mr. Davis had most recently been the chief operating officer at The Wrap News, Incorporated. Investigative News Network seeks to connect and network journalism entities at all levels to foster the “highest quality investigative
Execu|Search Group Creates Legal Support Division
The Execu|Search Group has announced the addition of its legal support division. Spencer Smolinsky, a director at the firm, will be overseeing the new division which will service law firms and corporations throughout New York City and the Tri-State area. The legal support division will provide full-time, temporary/consulting, and temporary-to-full-time placement services for a variety
Beyond.com Joins the Network, Replacing HotJobs
Beyond.com, Inc., a network of niche career communities, has been selected by The Network, an online provider of recruitment solutions, to be its exclusive provider of recruitment services in the U.S. market for their multinational clients, replacing Yahoo! HotJobs. The Network is used by more than 1,000 customers with access to a pool of 100
Jobserve and IT World Canada Launch Job Site
JobServe Canada and IT World Canada have launched their co-branded niche technology job board, jobs.itworldcanada.com. Using the new site, companies with technology job openings utilize two simple job posting services, both of which provide guarantees of the quality of the response with in-built filtering tools to ensure applicants meet the minimum requirements for the job.
Agilium Worldwide Adds Executive.se to Organization
Agilium Worldwide, LLC, (formerly World Search Alliance) has added executive.se to its international organization. Based in Stockholm, executive.se, formally known as Mannerfelt, Göransson & von Schreeb Chefsrekrytering AB, sources executives for companies facing major challenges and change processes. The firm recruits executive managers, specialist and board members for listed and unlisted companies in both Western
Crown Advisors Hires Real Estate Veteran
Crown Advisors, an executive search firm focused exclusively on the real estate industry and related financial services businesses, has named David Jacobstein as a managing director. Mr. Jacobstein will concentrate his efforts on real estate operating companies and service organizations and will lead the firm's board search practice. He joins Crown after having been senior
JDG Taps New Senior Finance Manager for the Endocrine Society
Executive search firm JDG Associates Ltd. and The Endocrine Society have announced Paul Hedrick as the new senior manager of finance. Mr. Hedrick has an extensive finance and technology systems background within corporate environments and non-profit organizations. Founded in 1916, The Endocrine Society is the world's oldest, largest, and most active organization devoted to research
SmartRecruiters Forms Partnership with TalentDrive
SmartRecruiters, the free recruitment software from MrTed Ltd., has partnered with TalentDrive, creator of the resume sourcing technology, TalentFilterSM. The partnership seamlessly integrates TalentFilter’s advanced resume sourcing and matching technology into SmartRecruiters, software designed specifically for businesses with up to 2,500 employees, creating a unified sourcing and applicant tracking system. “We are excited by the
