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Redefining CEO Selection in 2025: Navigating High-Stakes Transitions with Strategic Precision
CEO transitions are high-stakes moments that can shape a company’s future as the outcome can drastically affect financial performance, investor trust, employee engagement, and customer relationships. Several forces complicate CEO transitions, according to a new report from True Search’s Evan Grossman, Tim McDonald, and Caroline Lo. The study noted that continuing market volatility creates unease, forcing
WittKieffer Helps Recruit 22nd President for Rutgers University
Oak Brook-IL-based WittKieffer has assisted in the recruitment of renowned social scientist William F. Tate as the 22nd president of Rutgers University. Jonathan Holloway announced that he would step down on June 30, 2025. Zachary Smith, Robin Mamlet, and Christine Pendleton led the assignment. Mr. Tate’s selection as president follows the efforts of a 20-member presidential search committee, which
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
2024 M&A Outlook: PE Comes Off the Bench
2023 brought a relatively sluggish year for M&A as macroeconomic conditions kept many key players on the sidelines. However, S&P’s latest analysis predicts that several factors may spur dealmakers into action in 2024. The decline in deal announcements and total value, observed since 2022, has been attributed to the impact of a rising interest rate environment, leading
Pedersen & Partners Expands into India
Pedersen & Partners has expanded to India and has appointed Avneesh Raghuvanshi as country manager, based in New Delhi. Mr. Raghuvanshi has over 15 years experience in executive search with local and international firms, specializing in CxO level searches. He has successfully completed assignments in sectors such as financial services, telecom, technology and IT having
IIC Partners Adds Marketing/Communications Specialist
IIC Partners has appointed Polly Stewart to the newly created position of marketing and communications director. Ms. Stewart is a former press advisor to two New Zealand prime ministers, foreign correspondent and marketing communications consultant. “The newly expanded position of communications and marketing director shows the importance IIC Partners is placing on delivering top quality
Nosal Partners Taps Head of Worldwide Sales for Silver Peak
Executive recruiter Nosal Partners LLC has recruited Arturo L. Cazares as senior vice president of worldwide sales for Silver Peak Systems, Inc. The position will be based in Santa Clara, California. Mr. Cazares was previously vice president, Americas at Intermec Technologies. The search was conducted by David Nosal, chairman and CEO, and Louis La Rocca,
Manpower Vietnam Partners with TechCombank
Manpower Vietnam, the first 100 percent foreign-invested workforce solutions firm in the country, has announced an expansion of its agreement with Techcombank to provide innovative end-to-end Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) services to help the company achieve its growth and expansion strategy and increasing need for high-quality talent. As part of the two-year contract, Manpower will
Bullhorn Implemented by Greythorn
Bullhorn, a global provider of on demand front office staffing and recruitment software, has been implemented by IT and telecommunications recruiter Greythorn. Bullhorn’s front office staffing system will manage communication with candidates, colleagues, and clients from one system. “The software is intuitive and closely aligned to our business processes. We expect it to increase productivity
EuroSearch and Signium France Merge
AESC members Eurosearch & Associates and Signium International France in Paris merged to create a new firm that combines worldwide search expertise and a comprehensive management consulting team that strengthens its presence and offerings in France. Marc Pagezy has been appointed CEO of the new entity which brings together 10 consultants in Paris. Paul Rossignol
Diversified Search Taps New CEO for ISS Facility Services
Philadelphia-based Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson has recruited Sean M. Bond as chief executive officer of ISS Facility Services, Inc. The search was conducted by B.A. MacLean Jr., managing partner of Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson. Mr. Bond was previously president of Platform Solutions for BAE Systems. ISS is a global leader in service solutions to more
Russam GMS Appoints Head of Healthcare Practice
Russam GMS, a U.K.-based provider of interim managers, has added Paul Fleming as head of healthcare to lead its healthcare practice and develop its interim management offering. Russam GMS’s healthcare business has grown significantly in the past year. The company was appointed as supplier to the NHS Commercial Resources Framework and has also given a
HR Dynamics and NextSource Form Partnership
HR Dynamics Inc., an HR consulting, staffing and outsourcing firm, has partnered with nextSource Inc., a New York-based provider of procurement based workforce management solutions. The alliance will provide customers with the combined benefits of nextSource's MSP/VMS services and their experience in providing procurement solutions and HR Dynamics' leadership in the HR consulting, outsourcing and
Interview: Young Search Partners Founder Discusses Retained Search Model
Katherine S. Young is managing partner of Young Search Partners, LLC, a retained executive search firm specializing primarily in the mid/senior markets and working with organizations across the consumer/hospitality, manufacturing, healthcare, professional services and education/non profit sectors. Ms. Young has more than 20 years of talent management consulting experience, having worked for the largest global
Caldwell Partners Adds Partner in Stamford
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has added Michael DeCosta as a partner in its professional services and legal practice group. Based in the firm’s Stamford office, Mr. DeCosta joins a team that includes Peter Reed, an insurance recruiter and Jodie Emery, a private equity and life sciences/healthcare recruiter. Mr. DeCosta joins the
CEO Departures Up 15 Percent
Turnover among the nation’s chief executive officers declined for the second consecutive month in April, as 101 CEOs announced their departures during the month — 15 percent fewer than the 119 departures in March, according to the latest report on CEO turnover by global outplacement consultancy Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc. Despite the decline, the
Heidrick & Struggles Selected by Washington Metro Transit Authority
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has been retained by The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority to lead its search for a new permanent general manager for the system. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates the second largest rail transit system and the sixth largest bus network in the U.S. Heidrick &
Stepstone Talent Management Suite Implemented by Ash Grove
StepStone, a London-based provider of human capital management solutions, has announced that Ash Grove Cement Company, a cement company producing nearly nine million tons of cement annually, has completed implementation of StepStone Solutions Total Talent Management Suite including performance management, skills & competency management, 360 degree feedback, career development and succession planning modules. The system
HumanConcepts Adds HR Veteran
HumanConcepts, a provider of workforce decision support solutions, has appointed Joe Massey as vice president of workforce agility. Mr. Massey will focus on helping customers institute best practices for managing rapid workforce change. Mr. Massey has 20 years of operations management and HR service delivery experience, most recently serving as vice president of organizational effectiveness
Caldwell Partners Adds Partner In Stamford
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has added Peter Reed as a partner in the firm's Stamford office. With a career that has been devoted exclusively to the insurance industry, Mr. Reed's experience spans all sectors of the space globally. He specializes in finding talent for the property and casualty sector and has
Tech Industry Recruiter John Boehmer Launches Accelent
Executive search veteran John Boehmer has launched Accelent, Inc., an executive talent acquisition and integration firm which serves technology clients in the Internet, e-commerce and digital media space as well as the enterprise and SaaS software sectors. “I’ve always believed executive search services can offer more to accelerate business performance and that belief is what
MJS Executive Search Adds Chief Marketing Officer
MJS Executive Search has added Sharon Schanzer as principal and chief marketing officer. Based in the firm’s recently opened New York City office, Ms. Schanzer will be responsible for business development, marketing, PR and corporate communications. She was previoulsy the founder and creative director of Red Letter Day Graphic Design. Prior to founding Red Letter
Climate Human Capital Expands Firm
Climate Human Capital plc, a newly launched green executive search and recruitment company, has added Matthew Pitt as head of research and execution. Mr. Pitt, who joins the company with over 15 years’ experience in executive search, will have responsibility for managing and expanding the research platform and overseeing the operational aspects of the business.
Salary.com Partners with Hewitt Associates
Salary.com, Inc., a provider of on-demand compensation, payroll and talent management solutions, has partnered with Hewitt Associates, Inc., a global HR consulting and outsourcing company, to deliver joint compensation technology and consulting solutions to each company's customers and prospects. Under the agreement, Salary.com will provide Web-based survey management and pay analytics software to clients in
Adecco Posts Seven Percent Revenue Increase
Swiss-based HR solutions company Adecco has posted first quarter revenues of EUR 4.0 billion, up seven percent compared to the same period a year ago. Permanent placement revenues amounted to EUR 61 million in Q1 2010, an increase of 17 percent in constant currency (-five percent organically) and outplacement revenues totaled EUR 63 million, a
Korn Ferry Names Head of Board and CEO Practice for EMEA
Korn/Ferry International has added Richard Emerton as head of its board and CEO practice for EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa). He will be based out of Korn/Ferry's London office. Mr. Emerton joins the firm from Heidrick & Struggles, where he was head of the U.K. board and CEO practice, a member of the European
Pedersen & Partners Announces Additions to Firm
Pedersen & Partners has named Ally Ho as head of its financial services practice in the Middle East and Africa region. Ms. Ho comes from a strong financial background, having worked within the front office of a Bulge Bracket firm for four years. Previously, she owned her own executive search firm focusing on corporate finance,
Horton International China Adds Managing Director
Horton International China has named Yen Chong as managing partner. Mr. Chong, who will be based out of Shanghai, will work as a part of the team conducting business in the Greater China region plus active involvement in international business development for Horton International, identifying and securing key global accounts. He has over 25 years
Halogen Software Creates Talent Management Suite for Public Sector
Halogen Software has announced a new talent management solution for public sector organizations to align their workforces and drive a culture of high performance, ongoing development and commitment to quality service. The new suite delivers content and flexibility to address the diverse needs of government agencies and organizations. Halogen developed the solution based on industry
Executive Recruiting Industry Building Momentum
The first quarter of this year showed further positive signs of recovery for the senior executive search industry around the world with annual growth of 30.2 percent in new executive search mandates and a 22 percent gain in revenues, according to new data from the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC). All industry sectors included
TRANSEARCH Opens Office in London
TRANSEARCH International has launched an office in London – Martin Lawless, Jonathan Webb and Christine Pudney are the managing partners. Mr. Lawless, previously managing director at Genosearch, has over 20 years’ experience in senior executive search and specializes in professional services and technology. He has completed assignments across Europe, Middle East and North America. Mr.
Agilium Worldwide Names New Executive Committee
Agilium Worldwide, LLC, (formerly World Search Alliance) has confirmed the appointment of its executive committee for the 2010 year following the recent announcement of its new brand. “We are well into a new decade and well on the road to making our mark in a strengthening economy,” said F. Xavier de Zamacona, chairman. “Thanks to
Kelly Services Posts Eight Percent Revenue Gain; Forms Alliance with Temp Holdings
Kelly Services, Inc./(NASDAQ:KELY), a global provider of workforce solutions, has posted revenue for the first quarter of 2010 of $1.1 billion, an eight percent increase compared to the corresponding quarter in 2008. Losses from operations for the quarter totaled $1.6 million, compared to losses of $30.6 million reported for the first quarter of 2009. “After
CVsearch Extends Free Job Listings
This month, www.cvsearch.co.uk has announced that they are extending their free job listing trail throughout May and June 2010. CVSearch.co.uk was built with the aim to make the recruitment process as simple and easy as possible for recruiters, in partnership with its jobseeker portal www.cvdatabase.co.uk. Since its launch, the site has attracted over 300 recruitment
ZRG Partners Adds Three Managing Directors
ZRG Partners Inc., a global provider of executive search and talent management solutions, has added three managing directors to its global team. Volker Napp joins the firm in Frankfurt, Germany. Previously, Mr. Volker, a mechanical engineer and business economist, ran Frankfurt search firm MGB. His expertise in search has focused on plastics, colors and pigments,
