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Massey Henry Seeking Chief Legal Officer for Peoples Group
Toronto-based executive search firm Massey Henry was recently retained once again by Peoples Group to lead its search for a chief legal officer (CLO). Reporting to the president CEO, the chief legal officer is a core member of the executive leadership team, responsible for developing and executing the company’s legal strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives
Atlantic Group Opens Office in Charlotte, NC
Executive search firm Atlantic Group recently opened a new office in Charlotte, NC. Lauren Sawyer, director, is leading the new location. “We are thrilled to announce the opening of our newest office in Charlotte, North Carolina,” Atlantic Group said in a LinkedIn post. “This location will allow us to continue our expansion into the greater Charlotte market and
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.
Bell Oaks Executive Search Seeking Chief Finance and Administrative Officer for the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation
Atlanta-based Bell Oaks Executive Search is currently seeking a chief finance and administrative officer (CFAO) for the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation (WRF). The assignment is being led by partner Cynthia J. Moreland and senior search consultant Abi Gamino. The CFAO will serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and a key member of the executive
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?
Leadership Advisory Enters a New Capital Cycle
Private capital is making one of its strongest moves yet into the leadership advisory sector. Recent investments by KKR in ghSMART and Advent International in Heidrick & Struggles represent more than headline transactions. Together, they signal a growing conviction among investors that leadership advisory firms occupy a unique position within the modern enterprise, helping organizations navigate leadership succession, organizational effectiveness, talent assessment, and
Crist|Kolder Places CFO at Mondelēz International
Crist|Kolder Associates has placed Amit Banati as executive vice president and chief financial officer of NASDAQ-traded Mondelēz International in Chicago. He will report directly to Dirk Van de Put, chair and CEO, and will be a member of the Mondelēz International leadership team. “Amit is a highly experienced CFO who brings a strong blend of financial leadership
Why Searches Lose Discipline Late and How to Prevent It
Even well-run executive searches can lose focus as the process unfolds and pressure to reach a decision begins to mount. Without consistent alignment around the original mandate, organizations risk making compromises that can undermine long-term leadership success. Most executive searches start with real clarity, a recent report from Nashville, TN-based executive search firm Morgan Samuels Company’s
NPAG Assists Proteus Fund with CEO Search
Executive search firm NPAG has assisted in the recruitment of Amardeep Singh the new president and CEO of Proteus Fund and Proteus Action League. He will officially assume the role in September. The Proteus Fund board of directors selected Mr. Singh following a rigorous national search supported by NPAG. The search was led by Ellen LaPointe, Ebony Breaux-Liang, and Andres Marcuse-Gonzalez. “On
Bullhorn Names Chief Innovation and Labs Officer and Chief Corporate Development Officer
Recruiting software provider Bullhorn recently appointed Jason Heilman as chief innovation and labs officer and Ryan Murphy as chief corporate development officer. As members of the executive leadership team, they will help drive the company’s next wave of growth and innovation. Mr. Heilman joined Bullhorn in 2020 when the company acquired Herefish, the automation platform he led
5 Ways to Evaluate a Job Offer in 2026
In today’s hiring market, the strongest job offer isn’t always the one with the biggest paycheck. Candidates who treat their next move as a base-salary math problem usually leave real money behind, according to a recent report from Lyneer Search Group, an executive talent acquisition firm specializing in finance and executive roles. The smarter approach, and the
McDermott + Bull Recruits Chief Technology Officer for JenaValve Technology
Irvine, CA-based McDermott + Bull has placed Edward Sarnowski as chief technology officer of JenaValve Technology, Inc. in Irvine, CA. The search was completed by partner Ken Dropiewski, and executive recruiter Michael Matranga. “Ed’s appointment marks an important step in the evolution of JenaValve as a company,” said John Kilcoyne, CEO of JenaValve. “With FDA approval now behind us and
JDG Associates Retained by the Institute for Defense Analyses for General Counsel Search
Rockville, MD-based executive search firm JDG Associates has been retained by the Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) to lead its search for a general counsel based in Alexandria, VA. Reporting directly to the president and CEO, the general counsel serves as IDA’s chief legal officer and secretary of the Corporation, with responsibility spanning legal counsel and
Korn Ferry to Acquire AMS in $1.1 Billion Talent Solutions Deal
Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) has entered into a definitive agreement with OMERS Private Equity to acquire U.K.-headquartered AMS. The transaction will combine Korn Ferry’s expertise across search, talent & organizational solutions, and workforce solutions with AMS’s expertise in recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), early careers and campus recruiting, contingent workforce solutions, consulting, and skills creation. The combination will
CarterBaldwin Assists Ideal Tridon Group with Chief Information Officer Search
CarterBaldwin Executive Search has helped to recruit Shane Dacus as chief information officer of Ideal Tridon Group, a portfolio company of Nautic Partners and global provider of engineered clamps, brackets, fittings, and metal framing systems. Mr. Dacus brings more than 25 years of technology leadership across industrial, manufacturing, and PE-backed platforms, with a consistent record of elevating IT
Lindauer Recruits CEO for Penn State Alumni Association
Lindauer has placed Reggie Bustinza as associate vice president for alumni relations and chief executive officer of the Penn State Alumni Association. He was selected after a nationwide search to succeed Paul Clifford, who departed Penn State in January 2025. The search was led by Lindauer executive vice president Faith Montgomery and senior consultant Raegan Harvey in partnership with Penn State. “Lindauer
Why M&A Success Is Ultimately a Talent Challenge
In its latest market intelligence findings, The Role of HR in M&A: 5 Golden Rules for CHROs, Spencer Stuart argues that many transactions fail not because of flawed strategy, but because of shortcomings in leadership, culture, talent retention, and organizational execution. While financial and operational diligence often dominate deal planning, the firm’s research suggests that people-related
Greenwood Asher & Associates Leading Chief Marketing Officer Search for the College of Charleston
Miramar Beach, FL-based executive recruitment firm Greenwood Asher & Associates (GA&A) is currently seeking a chief marketing officer and vice president for marketing and communications for the College of Charleston. Kyle Pybus-Jerome and Jeremy Duff are leading the assignment. The College of Charleston seeks a strategic and innovative marketing executive to lead an integrated marketing and communications enterprise that
EMA Partners India Acquires Recruitment Process Outsourcing Services Provider Taggd
Executive search and leadership recruitment platform EMA Partners India has acquired recruitment process outsourcing services provider Taggd in an all-cash deal valued at Rs 113 crore. The all-cash acquisition aims to create an integrated talent recruitment platform offering executive search, professional search and AI-powered recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) solutions at scale. Taggd will continue to
NGS Global Expands in London
Wilmington, DE-headquartered executive search firm NGS Global has expanded with the additions of Daniel Yeates and George Balfour as managing directors in London. “Daniel and George are accomplished executive search professionals with deep expertise in the technology and digital sectors,” said David Nosal, chairman and managing partner. “They each bring outstanding client and candidate relationships built over decades
Leadership Challenges Intensify as Organizations Confront AI, Talent, and Economic Uncertainty
Organizations are operating in an increasingly complex environment where economic uncertainty, workforce challenges, AI adoption, and digital transformation are converging to reshape leadership priorities. Kestria’s second annual global leadership survey builds on the themes that emerged in last year’s research; highlighting how rapidly the leadership landscape continues to evolve. Based on responses from more than
Riviera Partners Acquires Lateral Labs
San Francisco-based Riviera Partners, a recruitment provider specializing in C-level engineering, product, and design leader placements, has acquired Lateral Labs, a specialized recruiting firm serving top AI startups. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. “The acquisition comes as companies remain challenged to meet the demand of organizational AI readiness,” the firm said. “Adding Lateral Labs positions Riviera Partners
Marovi Assists Congruex with CFO Search
Working in partnership with Atlanta-GA-based Marovi, Congruex, a provider of digital infrastructure engineering and construction services, appointed Jim Stanley as CFO. He reports to Congruex’s co-founder, president, and CEO, Kevin O’Hara. The appointment comes amid strong and sustained growth at Congruex as it plans to continue to capitalize on macro tailwinds, including AI and data center
Brettschneider Executive Search Seeking Inaugural SVP of Advancement for Wilmington University
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been retained by Wilmington University (WilmU) to lead in its search for an inaugural senior vice president of advancement to lead the University’s next phase of philanthropic growth. Reporting to WilmU president LaVerne Harmon, the SVP will partner closely with the president, board and University leaders to advance the University’s strategic
August Leadership Expands in London
August Leadership has expanded with the addition of Honor Pollok as a partner in London. Ms. Pollok brings over 20 years of executive search and leadership experience. She has led numerous high-profile placements in chair, non-executive director, CEO and the full spectrum of C-suite roles. Her search expertise spans key commercial, financial, creative, human resource, functional,
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Spotlight New Approach to Recruiter Training
As the executive search industry faces mounting pressure to improve performance and consistency, firms are increasingly reevaluating how recruiters are trained and developed. Hunt Scanlon and its HSiQ talent intelligence advisory unit recently launched a new Recruiter Performance Training Program designed to bring greater structure, commercial rigor, and scalability to recruiter development in an industry long driven by
Building Team Alignment in an Era of Continuous Change
Ask any team to describe its top strategic priorities and you will often get as many answers as there are people in the room. The problem is not that the strategy hasn’t been communicated, according to recent report from AIIR Consulting. “The problem is that it was communicated into an environment that has since shifted
Isaacson, Miller Helps Recruit 28th President for Texas A&M
Boston-based Isaacson, Miller has assisted in the recruitment of Susan Ballabina as the 28th president of Texas A&M. Andy Lee and Julie Filizetti, led search with Raul Bernal and Luciano Zuniga, and Madeline Fitzpatrick. The members of the Board of Regents conducted a national search that produced a strong pool of candidates. Dr. Ballabina emerged through that process based on her experience, her understanding of
BarkerGilmore Recruits General Counsel for American Credit Acceptance
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has placed Debra Noll as general counsel at American Credit Acceptance. The search was led by Stephen Bell and Alison Waters. “Deb is exceptionally well-positioned to support American Credit Acceptance as it continues to grow and adapt in a complex environment,” BarkerGilmore said in a LinkedIn
Kincannon & Reed Appoints VP of Marketing and Business Development
Kincannon & Reed (K&R), which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has expanded with the addition of Dan Evans as vice president of marketing and business development. “Dan brings a strong background in building brands, driving growth, and connecting strategy to execution,” said Stephanie Liska, president of Kincannon & Reed. “Throughout his career,
Using a Recruiting Firm to Improve Your Hiring Process
With the ongoing talent shortage, organizations of all kinds are facing increasing challenges in finding the right talent. This puts a lot of pressure on the HR team, especially in smaller companies, who not only have to bring in the right skills but also ensure that employees are happy and willing to stay, according to
DHR Recruits CEO for MH CCAC
DHR International has placed Caroline Brereton as chief executive officer at Mississauga Halton Community Care Access Centreer (MH CCAC). Managing director, Alan Small, led the search. “DHR’s ability to partner with the selection committee was a key component in the success of this assignment,” said Mr. Small. “This success underscores DHR’s ability to work in
Caldwell Forms Alliance with Hawksmoor Search
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has formed an alliance with Hawksmoor Search to help serve clients in the insurance industry. Based in London, Hawksmoor is a retained executive search boutique specializing in board and senior management recruitment for clients in the insurance and reinsurance markets worldwide. The firm was recently launched by
Cornerstone OnDemand Selected by Bright Horizons
Bright Horizons Family Solutions has adopted Cornerstone’s integrated learning and talent management software suite to manage and develop its 20,000 employees. The suite includes platforms for learning management, compliance, employee performance management, succession planning and enterprise social networking. As a provider of employer-sponsored child care, early education and work/life solutions, Bright Horizons serves more than
JobScience Releases New Talent Solution
Recruitment solutions provider Jobscience, Inc. has released its first unified talent management solution available on salesforce.com's AppExchange2. Jobscience's TalentCloud2 now includes recruiting, onboarding and employee management modules to help firms find, onboard, and retain the most highly qualified employees. The suite’s pricing is based on number of users on an annual basis. “Jobscience has become
Spectrum Joins Glasford International as U.K. Partner
Spectrum, the retained executive search and coaching firm for the global cleantech, communications, digital media and technology sectors, has become the exclusive U.K. partner of Glasford International, a global collaboration of independent search firms. Said Daniel Osmer, Spectrum managing partner, “Glasford is an ambitious and dynamic group – it's already a top 20 global search
DavenportMajor to Lead Searches for Cox Communications
DavenportMajor Executive Search has been select by Cox Communications to conduct search for a new vice president of sales and vice president of customer experience. Cox Communications is a broadband communications and entertainment company, providing advanced digital video, internet, telephone and wireless services over its own nationwide IP network. DavenportMajor is an executive search firm
Executive Hiring Returning to Full Power
Most executive hiring trends are now pointed upward, albeit with a sharper focus on maintaining optimal productivity, according to the quarterly Boyden Executive Outlook. Chief executive officers, chief marketing officers, chief sustainability officers and HR executives top lists of demand across regions and sectors. The ramping up of sustainability divisions and the need to shift
Ultimate Software Selected by the Chicago Cubs
The Chicago Cubs has activated Ultimate Software’s UltiPro HCM solution to better manage its workforce, as well as handle complex multi-state taxation and payroll requirements associated with unions. As part of the Tribune Company, the Chicago Cubs previously used a large enterprise resource planning solution (ERP) to manage the baseball team's HR and payroll processes.
MyWebume to Provide Job Postings Advertising
Recruiters and HR departments have until July 31st to enroll in MyWebume LLC’s “MyWebume Launch Celebration” program, which includes a wide array of free and reduced-fee services. MyWebume will provide recruiters and employers with a wide array of free and reduced-fee services for three months in celebration of the company’s newly launched all-in-one career management
Recruiters Confident of Growing Demand
The mid-year executive search industry outlook is positive according to a majority of consultants polled recently by the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC). The survey reveals that 67 percent of recruiters expect to see revenue growth in the second half of the year, while 27 percent predict revenues will stay the same. In total
Russell Reynolds Associates Finds CEO for National Trust for Historic Preservation
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has recruited Stephanie Meeks as president of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Ms. Meeks, a veteran in the nonprofit arena, formerly served as president and CEO of Counterpart International, a human development and humanitarian organization. The National Trust for Historic Preservation provides leadership, education, advocacy,
Seba International Expands in Dubai
SeBa International has opened its fourth office in Dubai, U.A.E. The SEBA Dubai office will initially start as a satellite office with intentions to become a portal for existing and new clients across the Middle East & Africa. “Despite the current economic woes affecting Dubai, we view the U.A.E. and the surrounding region as a
RPI International Opens Hong Kong Office
Telecoms and technology recruiting specialists RPI International has opened a new office in Hong Kong office which will be headed by Stella Ng, an experienced recruitment professional who has been providing resourcing solutions in the region for over a decade. With this Hong Kong office supplements the firm’s presences in Singapore, Malaysia and Australia. Initially
Jobserve Introduces New Advertiser Dashboard
Employment website JobServe has announced the release of its new Advertiser Dashboard. The Advertiser Dashboard consolidates key account management tools in a centralized location. Users can customize four quick link buttons at the top of their homepage to display the services used most often. Select options include: Resume Search, Post a Job, and SmartAds. “We
HireRight Intergrates Oracle’s PeopleSoft Enterprise
HireRight, a global provider of on-demand employment screening solutions, has announced its Oracle Validated Integration for Oracle's PeopleSoft Enterprise 9.1. HireRight achieved Oracle Validated Integration with PeopleSoft Enterprise Human Capital Management (HCM) 9.1 through the Oracle Partner Network (OPN) program. The HireRight integrated solution provides PeopleSoft users with seamless employment background and drug screening capabilities
SourceRight Solutions Introduces SourcingEdge
SourceRight Solutions, a division of Spherion Corporation, has unveiled SourcingEdge, a proprietary candidate sourcing methodology that is designed to help talent acquisition outsourcing clients identify talent from both active and passive candidate pools. SourcingEdge combines SourceRight's Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) experience and capabilities with Talent 2.0 strategies, technologies, and analytics to proactively build, nurture and
GloCap Search Launches Coaching Practice
Executive search firm Glocap Search has launched a high performance coaching practice which will be led by managing director Dr. Jonathan F. Katz. Dr. Katz, a licensed psychologist, was the founding partner of High Performance Associates and the director of sport/exercise psychology at Altheus, an advanced health and performance center. He has served as the
Boardwalk Consulting Fills Post for Fire Chief
BoardWalk Consulting has assisted Mayor Kasim Reed in selecting Kelvin Cochran as the Atlanta Fire Department chief. Mr. Cochran served as fire chief of the City of Atlanta from 2008-2009 before being appointed by President Barack Obama to serve as the U.S. fire administrator in Washington, D.C. BoardWalk Consulting, a member of the AESC, develops
Manpower Launches Disabilities Transition Program
Manpower Inc. has created a national program called Project Ability to transition people with disabilities into sustainable employment with leading employers nationwide. The program works together in partnership with community organizations TransAccess, Project HIRED and the California State Department of Rehabilitation. Project Ability has already enlisted several companies to commit to hiring individuals with disabilities,
Korn Ferry Posts 55 Percent Revenue Rise
Korn/Ferry International/(NYSE:KFY) has posted revenues of $176.9 million for the fourth quarter fiscal 2010, an increase of 55 percent from revenues of $107 million a year ago. The quarter includes fee revenue from the acquisition of Whitehead Mann, which closed on June 11, 2009. Korn/Ferry saw an increase in revenue from all segments of its
AdminiStaff Acquires OneMind Connect
Administaff, Inc., a provider of human resources services for small and medium-sized businesses, has acquired OneMind Connect, Inc., which does business under the trade name ExpensAble. ExpensAble is a provider of expense report management solutions delivered in both a Software as a Service (SaaS) model and as a desktop software product. The company currently serves
3P Consultants Completes Search for Finolex
Executive search firm 3P Consultants Pvt. Ltd has placed Sarat Moharana as vice president, pipe plant, at Finolex Industries. Mr. Moharana was previously general manager of Caprihans India and had complete responsibilities for all their plants. Finolex Industries Limited was incorporated in 1981 and is the largest PVC pipe manufacturer in India. 3P Consultants Pvt.
Jobs2Web Publisher Introduced
Jobs2web, a provider of interactive recruiting solutions, has introduced job publishing system Jobs2web Publisher. The tool is a complete solution that gives employers the ability to use detailed job and applicant status data to automatically route distribution to various types of job boards and aggregators while measuring the effectiveness of each source down to the
Interview: Creating Value Through People – An Hr Leader’s Perspective (part 2)
Manny Sousa was recently appointed head of HR for Royal Bank of Canada’s International Banking and Global Insurance businesses. With over 25 years of total experience, Mr. Sousa’s background includes key HR leadership roles spanning the consumer products, financial services, retail and telecommunications industries with companies like T-Mobile, Invesco, Mars and PepsiCo. Mr. Sousa is
Kinsey Allen Opens Boston Office
U.K.-based executive search firm Kinsey Allen International has opened a new office in Boston, focused on key hires within the asset management market; the firm expects to employ five by the end of the year. The new location will be run by Katie Vande Water, who joins as director and head of asset management –
Heidrick & Struggles Creates Global Sports Practice
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has launched a new 42-member global search practice dedicated to the sports business. The global sport leadership advisory group will be led by Joe Bailey, who was most recently CEO of Dolphins Enterprises, the Miami Dolphins and Dolphin Stadium. "Talent is a critical element in creating and
Caldwell Partners to Lead CEO Search for CombiMatrix
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has been selected by CombiMatrix Corporation to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. Jodie Emery of Caldwell will serve as the lead partner for the assignment. "We are delighted to have been awarded the CombiMatrix assignment. The company is in an exciting phase,
Arbita and Pinnacle Affirmative Action Services Join Forces
Arbita, a provider of recruitment marketing solutions, and Pinnacle Affirmative Action Services, an HR consulting leader in providing affirmative action planning solutions, have formed a strategic alliance to connect recruitment and affirmative action planning. In addition to working together, Arbita and Pinnacle will be publishing a thought leadership article on recruitment, affirmative action guidelines, and
SelectMinds Creates Referral Recruiting Solution
SelectMinds, a provider of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) networking and referral technologies, has launched TalentVine, a referral recruiting solution. TalentVine enables corporations to tap into the social networks of current and former employees to accelerate their referral program with access to quality employment candidates. Driven by a job alert engine, the tool enables recruiters to mobilize current
Kinsey Allen Opens Boston Office
U.K.-based executive search firm Kinsey Allen International has opened a new office in Boston. The office will focus initially on key hires within the asset management market and will be led by Katie Vande Water, who becomes director and head of asset management – U.S. Ms. Vande Water was previously a partner in the global
Korn Ferry Expands in Greater China
Korn/Ferry International has strengthened its position in the Greater China region with three new hires. Based in Beijing and Shanghai, the new partners will augment the firm’s capabilities in the life sciences, industrial and financial services markets. Jerome Bucher joins Korn/Ferry in Beijing as senior client partner – life sciences; he was previously with Heidrick
