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Transferable Skills That Are in Demand
When embarking on a job search or considering a career shift, your transferable skills—those versatile capabilities gained across various roles and industries—can serve as your most powerful advantage. These skills demonstrate your adaptability and potential to thrive in new environments, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with a specific job description. But what exactly
Pender & Howe Called in by the Women’s Enterprise Organizations of Canada to Find New Leader
Toronto-based Pender & Howe Executive Search has been called in by the Women’s Enterprise Organizations of Canada (WEOC) to lead in its search for a new CEO. Michelle Moore and Sean Casey are leading the assignment. “This is a pivotal moment in WEOC’s journey,” said Shauna Harper, CEO of WeBC and board chair of WEOC. “With
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.
Bespoke Partners Appoints Leader of People and HR Practice
San Diego, CA-headquartered Bespoke Partners recently named Dani Pfeiffer as a partner leading the people and human resources leader recruiting practice serving both software and industrials sector companies. She will lead dedicated recruiting teams on searches for talent executives for private equity portfolio companies for the software and SaaS clients served by Bespoke Partners and industrial clients served by Industra Talent Partners,
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?
Wilson Forms New Alliance with Poetry to Advance AI capabilities
Global talent solutions provider Wilson has formed a new partnership with Poetry to strengthen its AI-enabled recruitment capabilities. The collaboration supports Wilson’s continued focus on embedding technology into its RPO delivery model through Wilson Workspace, its technology ecosystem. “We’re excited to announce our new partnership with Poetry,” said Charles Faigle, chief delivery officer at Wilson. This
What Executive Candidates Want From Employers Today
The executive talent market today has fundamentally shifted and senior leaders are evaluating employers through a far more demanding lens. They no longer weigh opportunities primarily on compensation or title; they assess the total leadership experience: governance, culture, organizational stability, purpose, autonomy, flexibility and long-term growth, according to a report from Kestria. “To attract and retain
WittKieffer Retained by Roosevelt University for President Search
Oak Brook, IL-based WittKieffer has been retained by Roosevelt University in Chicago to lead in its search for its seventh president. Ali Malekzadeh is retiring after being with the school since 2015. Senior partner Christine Pendleton, consultant Sandra Chu, senior associate Maya Holt-Brockenbrough, and senior advisor Ray Crossman. Roosevelt University seeks a student-centered president who is committed
Buffkin / Baker Acquires HR-Focused Benson Executive Search
Partner-led executive search firm Buffkin / Baker has acquired Boston, MA-based Benson Executive Search, a boutique firm focused on the human resources sector. Financial terms of deal were not disclosed. The acquisition strengthens Buffkin / Baker’s HR functional capabilities and gives the firm a stronger presence in the Northeast. “We’re thrilled to welcome Benson Executive Search to
SPMB Recruits Fills Senior Finance Position for Uber
Steven Popper of SPMB Executive Search has placed Wendy Drummond Craig as senior director, technical accounting, reporting, and M&A at Uber. In her new role, she will oversee teams responsible for technical accounting matters, SEC reporting, and accounting for mergers and acquisitions. “Wendy brings an extraordinary combination of technical accounting expertise, SEC reporting experience, and strategic advisory leadership
True Launches AI Capability Index for Executive Assessment
Global executive talent platform True has launched the True AI Capability Index, a proprietary framework that predicts executive performance in the AI-transformation age. “We are entering a phase where relationship depth and judgment matter more than ever,” said Brad Stadler, co-founder and CEO of True Platform. “The cost of finding names is decreasing. True’s advantage lies in our ability
AI-Native Talent Won’t Fix AI-Foreign Organizations
As artificial intelligence moves from experimentation to enterprise-wide adoption, organizations are grappling with a fundamental question: what does it actually mean to become AI-native? While the term has quickly entered the business lexicon, many leaders are still struggling to define the capabilities, operating models, and cultural shifts required to make that vision a reality. “Some
ZRG Partners Acquires Fortium
ZRG Partners has acquired Fortium, a Dallas-based search firm that provides fractional, interim, and project-based CIO, CTO, and CISO leadership. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. “Companies are making more nuanced decisions about leadership than they did even a few years ago, particularly in technology,” said Mark Viner, leader of interim solutions & project
Lochlin Partners Recruits SVP of HR for the National Association of Corporate Directors
Lochlin Partners has placed Marian Stevens as senior vice president, human resources of the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) in Washington, D.C. “Marian’s deep experience in talent development, organizational effectiveness, and culture will help NACD to continue building the internal capabilities needed to support our growth and deliver on our mission,” said Peter Gleason, president and CEO of
JDG Associates Tapped by Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute to Find New Leader
Rockville, MD-based executive search firm JDG Associates has been retained by the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) to lead its search for a new president and CEO. The Chicago-based institute, the leading technical institute and trade association for the precast, prestressed concrete industry in North America, seeks a visionary and collaborative executive to succeed its long-serving chief executive,
IIC Partners Adds New Member Firm in New Zealand
IIC Partners Executive Search Worldwide has added Auckland, New Zealand-based Infinitas as its newest member firm expanding its capabilities across the Asia-Pacific region. “I am thrilled to welcome Infinitas to IIC Partners,” said Christine Hayward, executive director of IIC Partners. Their people-first philosophy, tech-enabled search processes, and talent advisory capabilities deeply align with our mission to transform
Hiring for the Culture You Don’t Yet Have
For much of the past decade, organizations have invested heavily in strategy, technology and operational efficiency to navigate an increasingly complex business environment. Yet despite these investments, many transformation initiatives continue to fall short of expectations. The differentiator is rarely the strategy itself. More often, success depends on whether leadership teams have the right people
BoardWalk Consulting Leading CEO Search for Downtown Atlanta Inc.
BoardWalk Consulting has been tapped by Downtown Atlanta Inc. (DAI) to lead in its search for a CEO. The search is being led by Sam Pettway, Crystal Stephens, and Patti Kish. The organization is seeking a leader who can help define what the next generation of Downtown Atlanta will become. This is a leadership opportunity of unusual scale and
Peña Search Assists To Be Like Me with the Recruitment of Executive Director
Peña Search recently assisted in the recruitment of Lauren Rowe as the new executive for To Be Like Me (TBLM) in Dallas, TX. Travis Hillier, Carlos González Peña, and Thaise Pereira led the assignment. She replaces To Be Like Me founder Hollis Owens, who has served as executive director since 2018 and initiated the search for her replacement last
BroadView Talent Partners Tapped by Baltimore Community Lending for President/CEO Search
BroadView Talent Partners was recently retained by Baltimore Community Lending, Inc. (BCL) to lead in its search for a new president and CEO. Tracy McMillan, Robyn Quinn, and Donna Young are leading the assignment. The CEO is the strategic, operational, and external leader of Baltimore Community Lending, responsible for driving the organization’s next era of growth and
Allen Austin Launches Evidence-Based Leadership Assessment VantagePoint
Houston, TX-based search firm Allen Austin launch of VantagePoint, an evidence-based leadership assessment that helps organizations identify and develop high-potential leaders with greater clarity and confidence. VantagePoint is grounded in three decades of leadership advisory work and original research by Allen Austin chairman and CEO Rob Andrews. Over two years, Mr. Andrews interviewed more than 100 CEOs,
The CHRO’s New Mandate
Across industries, the organizational design structure has shifted from a traditional pyramid to an hourglass model. This is not a recent development, explained Slayton Search Partners’ John Doyle in a recent report. “Organizational efficiencies, increased technology and the first wave of Baby Boomer retirements began this transition nearly two decades ago,” he said. “Experienced leaders have been retiring. Internal pipelines have
AGB Search Recruits 11th President for Lewis University
Washington, D.C.-based recruitment firm AGB Search, which specializes in higher education leadership assignments, has helped to recruit Christopher Sindt as the 11th president of Lewis University. The Lewis University board of trustees recently announced that president David Livingston, will retire at the conclusion of the 2025–26 academic year. Melissa K. Trotta, Matthew J. Kilcoyne, and John Cech led the assignment. “After
Kincannon & Reed Assists CCI Prime with CFO Search
Kincannon & Reed (K&R), which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has assisted in the recruitment of Jamie Broad as CFO of CCI Prime, bringing on a seasoned finance leader to support the company’s next phase of growth. “Jamie’s ability to connect financial insights to operational realities makes her an exceptional
EQU Advisors Seeking Senior Leader for Sarah Lawrence College
Executive search firm EQU Advisors was recently retained by Sarah Lawrence College to lead in its search for an associate vice president of enrollment. This executive will serve as a key member of the senior enrollment leadership team and a collaborative partner across the institution. This role is designed to strengthen coordination, elevate shared strategy, and support
Egon Zehnder Forms Alliance with IMD
Global leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder and IMD, a leading business school in global executive education, have formed a strategic partnership to facilitate board directors’ personal growth and elevate board performance. The partnership combines IMD’s academic rigor and deep connections to global boards with Egon Zehnder’s expertise in leadership and board effectiveness. Together, they will co-create tailored
Why Boards Are Betting on New CEOs and How to Set Them Up to Win
A growing number of companies are entrusting the corner office to leaders stepping into the CEO role for the first time. As succession strategies evolve and executive talent markets tighten, boards are increasingly prioritizing leadership potential, adaptability, and strategic vision over prior CEO experience. Boards now face a new question: which qualities make a first-time CEO succeed,
The Leadership Reset: What AI is Exposing About Today’s Executives
For decades, leadership success was largely measured by experience, team size, and the ability to manage complex organizations. Today, artificial intelligence is changing that equation, and it is reshaping how boards, investors, and hiring executives evaluate leadership talent. As AI transforms how work gets done, organizations are discovering that competitive advantage is no longer determined
Greenwood Asher & Associates Recruits Provost for the University of Cincinnati
Miramar Beach, FL-based executive recruitment firm Greenwood Asher & Associates has assisted the University of Cincinnati (UC) in the recruitment of Rudolph Buchheit as executive vice president for academic affairs and provost. Andriel Dees and Julie Schrodt led the assignment for the search firm. His selection follows a national search led by a dedicated search committee that was informed by
HARTZ Search Assists Geisinger with Recruitment of CIO
Charlotte, NC-based HARTZ Search has helped to recruit Bill Bellando as executive vice president and chief information officer of Geisinger. He joins Geisinger after serving as senior vice president and chief information officer at Georgia-based Wellstar Health System from 2022 to 2026. In this role, Mr. Bellando oversaw information technology and digital initiatives across the health system.
Diversified Search Group Retained by the Foundation to Combat Antisemitism to Find Chief Philanthropy Officer
Diversified Search Group (DSG), a leading search firm backed by private equity firm ShoreView Industries, has been retained by the Foundation to Combat Antisemitism (FCAS) to lead in its search for a chief philanthropy officer. The assignment is being led by Gerard F. Cattie Jr. The search firm is looking for candidates with a profound connection
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
CTPartners Adds Director
CTPartners has named Andrew Song as director of its capital markets practice group. As a member of the firm’s financial services practice, Mr. Song serves clients in the capital markets sector. He has completed assignments for senior positions in sales, trading, research, structuring and banking across multiple asset classes. Mr. Song was previously associate principal
PeopleClick Authoria Forms Alliance with Mercer
Peopleclick Authoria, a provider of talent acquisition and talent management solutions, has formed a strategic alliance with Mercer in supporting the launch of Mercer's Human Capital Connect. Through the alliance, the companies will bring clients a solution integrating the consulting practices from Mercer with technology offerings in compensation, performance management and succession planning from Peopleclick
Interview: Creating Value Through People – An Hr Leader’s Perspective (part 1)
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
Smooch Reynolds Joins Irvine Company; TRRG Integrated with Stanton Chase
After 23 years as a public relations and investor relations recruiter, Smooch Reynolds will become senior vice president of communications for the Irvine Company, a real estate development firm. Ms. Reynolds will transition her search firm, TRRG, Inc., to Stanton Chase International. “I realize this may be the biggest career decision I'll ever make,” said
DHR Expands into Australia and New Zealand
DHR International has announced the expansion into Australia and New Zealand and the opening of a Sydney office. Concurrent with the expansion, Darren Challis has joined the firm as managing director of DH International Pty Limited, DHR International's Australian & New Zealand practice, and a member of DHR’s board of directors. As a recruiter, Mr.
Lonergan Partners Recruits CEO for ImageSpan
Executive search firm Lonergan Partners has placed Kurt Garbe as chief executive officer of ImageSpan. The search was led by Dotty Schaffer. Mr. Garbe was most recently CEO of SolutionSet. “Kurt’s unique experience with scaling Internet-based service companies will drive ImageSpan’s future success,” said Ms. Schaffer. ImageSpan provides a comprehensive licensing automation platform that allows
Companies Step-Up Online Recruiting as Demand Strengthens
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, rose by one point in May as a number of industries continued to step-up their online recruitment efforts. The annual growth rate during May was 14 percent (16
eQuest Adds Former Salary.com Exec
eQuest, a provider of job posting distribution and job posting management, has added Sean Luitjens as vice president of product management. Mr. Luitjens will lead the company’s expansion into the international marketplace with a new group of HR products planned for release later this year. “Sean Luitjens has an excellent track record uncovering new market
CareerBuilder Launches HireInsider
CareerBuilder has launched a free tool called hireINSIDER that helps to remove some of the guesswork from the application process by enabling job seekers to see how they stack up against other applicants for a job. By veiwing qualifications of other candidates, job seekers are able to better assess if they are a viable candidate
ITEEGO Offers Free Tech Recruiting to Superior Workplaces
Technology search firm ITeego has announced a new promotion that enables organizations to receive a complimentary technical employee placement. ITeego will perform a complimentary search for the client and will not charge them a placement fee after filling the vacancy. Instead of paying a fee, the client will reward ITeego with exclusivity on a second
SWBI International Finds New CEO for Transwitch Corp.
Executive search firm SWBi International has recruited Ali Khatibzadeh as chief executive of TranSwitch Corp. Mr. Khatibzadeh was previously senior vice president and general manager of the RF Products Business Unit of Anadigics. TranSwitch Corporation provides communications OEMs with carrier-class semiconductors for the converging voice, data, and video network. SWBi International provides global retained executive
HireRight Adds HR Expert
HireRight, a provider of on-demand employment screening solutions, has appointed Janet Randolph as vice president of human resources. Ms. Randolph has more than 25 years of combined HR and business strategy leadership, and as vice president of human resources, she will be responsible for leading and managing HireRight's efforts to attract, develop, engage and retain
CDI Corp. Makes Bid to Acquire RCM Technologies
CDI Corp., a Philadelphia-based provider of IT-focused recruitment solutions, has made a proposal to acquire all the outstanding shares of RCM Technologies, Inc. (RCM) common stock for $5.20 per share. The all cash proposal was made in a letter sent to the Board of Directors of RCM on May 21, 2010. As of June 3,
Norman Broadbent Acquired by Investors
According to published reports, Norman Broadbent International has been acquired by private equity dealmaker Jon Moulton as part of an investor consortium including Irish venture capitalist and entrepreneur Pierce Casey. The buyout comes 18 months after Andrew Garner acquired Norman Broadbent in a deal then valued at £5.5 million. Now, in return for a £2
680 Partners Fills Position for Affinity Express
Executive recruiter 680 Partners has placed David Kang as executive vice president and chief digital officer at Affinity Express. Ross Freeman, managing partner with 680 Partners LLC, completed the search for Affinity Express. Mr. Kang most recently was the vice president of client services for TrueAction (formerly GSI Interactive). Affinity Express is an offshore, onshore
Cornerstone Launches Women on Boards
Global executive search firm Cornerstone International Group has launched “Women on Boards” to reinforce the presence of female executives serving on international boards of directors. This new division, which will be headed by Eva Levy and based in Madrid, will help companies to achieve or exceed their profitability goals. Ms. Lévy was previously chairman of
Association of Professional Staffing Companies New Executive Committee
The Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo) has elected its new executive committee for 2010, which includes six new members. In addition, the committee has elected Tara Ricks, managing director of Joslin Rowe, as chairman and Uzair Bawany, CEO of The Contact Group, as deputy chairman. The six new Executive Committee members are: John O’Sullivan,
Executives Forecast Modes Hiring in Q3
Nine percent of executives interviewed for the Robert Half Professional Employment Report said they plan to increase the number of full-time employees in professional occupations in the third quarter, and six percent anticipate declines. The net three percent increase is down slightly from the prior quarter's forecast but continues a trend of hiring outpacing staff
Korn Ferry Adds Senior Client Partner in Dallas
Korn/Ferry International has added Chris Cantarella as senior client partner in the firm’s private equity and global technology practice. He will be based out of Korn/Ferry’s Dallas office. Mr. Cantarella joins Korn/Ferry from Heidrick & Struggles, where he focused on C-suite searches for public and private equity-backed companies. Mr. Cantarella has also worked extensively on
Major, Lindsey & Africa Recruits Counsel for Clear Channel
Legal search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa has placed Robert H. Walls as executive vice president and general counsel of Clear Channel Communications, Inc. The search was led by MLA founding partner Bob Major. “This position requires a seasoned legal professional who can not only lead the legal department of a global communications company but
Stepstone Creates New Tools for HR Execs
StepStone, a London-based provider of human capital management solutions, has added new, free online tools for HR and talent management professionals with 'Business Case Builder for Performance Management.' The tool, the third in a series developed by StepStone and based on customer feedback and industry research data, is available now in English and in the
Harvey Nash Names Director in Colorado
Harvey Nash USA, the U.S. division of the global search and talent solutions firm Harvey Nash, has named Sean Gilligan as director in Colorado. Mr. Gilligan will be responsible for increasing the firm's business by adding new clients and leading the effort to provide service to existing clients. Since joining Harvey Nash two years ago,
Mangrove Employer Services Adds HR Veteran
Mangrove Employer Services has added HR veteran Jim Costello as chief operating officer. Mr. Costello has over 30 years in the payroll, human resources and benefits outsourcing industries. He has held senior leadership positions in sales, operations, and customer support for outsourcing companies including Bank of America, ADP, and Genesys Software Systems, and was a
SourceRight Solutions and Hays Launch WorldSource
SourceRight Solutions, a division of Spherion Corporation, has launched WorldSource, a talent acquisition outsourcing solution combining SourceRight with global recruitment company Hays plc. The resulting alliance is expected to help global companies maximize the value of their blended workforces – including employees, contingent workers and independent contractors; WorldSource will manage and integrate recruitment process outsourcing
Employers and Recruiters Plan to Hire
Fifty-two percent of employers and recruiters anticipate hiring more career professionals in the second half of 2010 than they did in the first half of the year, according to a new survey by Career site Dice Holdings, Inc. And of those intending to make more hires, nearly half (49 percent) project they will add up
Heidrick & Stuggles Recruits CFO for Constant Contact
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has recruited Harpreet Grewal as executive vice president, chief financial officer and treasurer for Constant Contact. Mr. Harpreet joins the company from TheLadders.com, an online job search platform and recruiting company, where he was CFO. With more than 300,000 customers, Constant Contact is a provider of email
Bond and Hunt Personnel Create Bilingual Staffing Solution
Canadian-based Hunt Personnel has entered into a strategic partnership with recruitment software provider Bond International Software. The alliance puts around 100 of Hunt Personnel’s users across Canada on the Bond Adapt application and leverages its ability to integrate with third party products, multi-lingual capabilities, and complete configurability. “One of Bond Adapt's greatest differentiators has always
