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PitchBook Data Shows PE Outlook Is Shifting Fast
According to PitchBook’s Q1 2025 U.S. PE Breakdown Report, private equity entered the year with positive momentum. Deal activity totaled 2,263 transactions worth $259.7 billion, representing an 11.8 percent increase in volume and 36.1 percent increase in value year over year. Much of the quarter’s value was driven by large take-privates, notably Sycamore Partners’ $23.7 billion
McCormack+Kristel Retained by Equality Illinois to Lead CEO Search
Executive search firm McCormack+Kristel has been selected by Equality Illinois to lead in its search for a new CEO. Reporting to the Equality Illinois, Equality Illinois Institute, and the Equality Illinois PAC boards of directors, the CEO will develop, refine, and execute the organization’s long-term strategic vision, goals, and direction, ensuring alignment with Equality Illinois’ mission 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.
Jackson Lucas Acquires Affinity HR Advisory Group
New York City-based Jackson Lucas has acquired Affinity HR Advisory Group, led by veteran HR executive Gayle Feinstein. “When we look at the growing firms we partner with, we constantly see founders and COOs getting pulled into the weeds of sensitive employee issues when they should be focusing on scaling their business,” said Anthony Fanzo, founding partner, Jackson Lucas. “Bringing
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?
Heidrick & Struggles Launches AI-Enhanced Leadership Assessment Platform
Heidrick & Struggles recently launched Heidrick Immersive, a next generation, AI-enhanced leadership assessment platform. “Today’s leaders must navigate constant disruption, shifting stakeholder expectations, and accelerating technological change,” said David Peck, partner and global leader of the High-Impact Leadership Center of Excellence at Heidrick & Struggles. “By integrating AI-driven simulation and personalized feedback into our advisory offering, we’re
The Tolan Group Fills Senior Sales Position for FairCode
The Tolan Group (TTG) has recruited Ryan Canavan as vice president of sales at FairCode. This appointment reflects FairCode’s continued investment in scalable growth and innovation as the organization expands its revenue integrity and compliance solutions across the healthcare market. In his position, Mr. Canavan will lead FairCode’s national sales strategy, focusing on enterprise growth, strategic
Rosenzweig & Company Recruits President for PetSmart Canada
Executive search firm Rosenzweig & Company recently placed Pamela O’Rourke as president of PetSmart Canada and chair of the board of PetSmart Charities of Canada. Rose Perri, partner at Rosenzweig & Company, led the search. “Pamela’s experience leading large-scale operations and driving customer-focused strategies stood out,” said Katherine Sanford, senior director of talent acquisition at PetSmart. “Rosenzweig & Company brought tremendous thoughtfulness,
Funk Associates Assists Clemson University with the Recruitment of 16th President
Following a national search, Funk Associates has assisted in the recruitment of Kevin Guskiewicz as the 16th president of Clemson University. “The search committee was overwhelmed with the robust and highly qualified candidates who expressed interest in leading our great University,” said search committee chair Cheri Phyfer. “Dr. Guskiewicz rose to the top of a remarkable
A Midyear Opportunity to Reinforce Leadership and Talent
With June now underway, the midpoint of the year offers a natural opportunity for leaders to evaluate progress and prepare for the months ahead. As priorities shift and organizations look toward second-half objectives, now is an ideal time to focus on the people, structure, and leadership capabilities that will drive future performance. A deliberate investment
Buffkin / Baker Expands Consumer Practice
Partner-led executive search firm Buffkin / Baker has expanded with the addition of Kevin Duffy as a partner in its consumer practice area. “We are delighted that Kevin has joined Buffkin / Baker and our consumer practice,” said David Alexander, partner, and consumer practice leader. “He brings a wealth of executive recruiting experience to our firm and
Speed vs. Certainty: How Leading Search Firms Deliver Fast Shortlists Without Increasing Risk
Executive search firms are under increasing pressure to deliver qualified leadership candidates faster without compromising diligence or decision quality. As hiring timelines compress and stakeholder scrutiny intensifies, many firms are turning to AI-driven intelligence tools to identify potential risks, validate candidate fit, and strengthen shortlists earlier in the search process. Balancing speed with certainty requires
Spencer Stuart Recruits Ninth Leader for Brunswick School
Spencer Stuart has assisted in the recruitment of Andrew T. Chappell as Brunswick’s ninth head of school, effective July 1, 2027. Mary Gorman, a partner in the firm’s education and social impact practice, and consultant Michele Haertel, led the assignment. Tom Philip has informed the Board of Trustees of his plans to retire in June 2027, at the
How PE-Backed Businesses are Redefining the Interim CFO Role
Interim CFOs are increasingly central to the performance and stability of private equity-backed businesses. As deal cycles extend and operating conditions tighten, they are deployed not only for financial stewardship but also as value creation partners across the investment lifecycle. “Today’s interim CFOs are increasingly deployed as execution-focused operators responsible for stabilizing performance, improving financial
The Talent Studios Places CEO at GIBBON North America
The Talent Studios has placed Luke Droulez as the new CEO of GIBBON North America. The search was led by Katlyn Maloney and Jeremy Cohen. Mr. Droulez is an executive leader with a proven track record of scaling consumer brands from early stage to nine figures. He was an early executive leader and chief marketing officer of native digital
Pacific International Executive Search Expands Advisory Board
London-headquartered executive search firm Pacific International Executive Search has appointed Beth Albright to its advisory board. “Beth Albright is an exceptional addition to our advisory board,” said David Howells, CEO of Pacific International. “Her deep governance expertise, her track record of guiding organizations through IPOs, M&A integrations, and large-scale transformations, and her recognized leadership in human capital management
Asset Management’s Next Edge Is Organizational, Not Financial
Citrin Cooperman’s 2026 Asset Management Survey Report highlights an industry undergoing meaningful transition. Their survey of 300 senior leaders across private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, private credit, and funds of funds points to a market increasingly shaped by institutional capital, operational pressure, and changing investor expectations. What stands out most is not simply the economic uncertainty facing
TurnkeyZRG Seeking Men’s Lacrosse Head Coach for Fairfield University
TurnkeyZRG has been retained by Fairfield University to lead in a nationwide search for a new men’s lacrosse head coach. Katy Young Staudt, vice president, college & coaching practice, is leading the assignment. The head coach will be responsible for directing all phases of a championship-caliber Division I Men’s Lacrosse program within the NCAA and Coastal Athletic Association, with an
BroadView Talent Partners Recruits CEO for the Freestore Foodbank
BroadView Talent Partners has assisted in the recruitment of Kreg Keesee as the new president and CEO of the Freestore Foodbank. Christie Angel, Melania DaSilva Deaver, Donna Young, and Robyn Quinn led the assignment. “Kreg brings a proven track record of building high-performing teams and turning strategy into action,” board chair Dwinelva Zackery said. “We are confident he is the right leader to
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
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
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
Stepstone Solutions Upgrade Its Talet Acquisition Solution
StepStone Solutions, a London-based provider of human capital management solutions, has introduced the latest version of its enterprise-level, SaaS-based e-recruitment solution, i-Grasp 3.0. The new version adds enhancements and new functionality, with an emphasis on features prioritized by StepStone Solutions' worldwide customer base. This includes additional capability in areas such as globalization, usability and configurability,
Heidrick & Struggles Posts 27.5 Percent Revenue Increase
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International/(NASDAQ:HSII) has posted net revenue of $113.7 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2010, an increase of 27.5 percent from $89.1 million a year ago. Net revenue increased 24 percent in the Americas, 16.9 percent in Europe (approximately 9.7 percent on a constant currency basis), and
Kronos for Logistics Released
Kronos Incorporated has launched of Kronos for Logistics, a suite of workforce management solutions that helps organizations control labor costs, minimize compliance risk, and increase operational efficiencies. Kronos for Logistics includes time and attendance, employee scheduling, workforce analytics, activities, absence management, and HR and payroll solutions. Throughout the logistics industry including air, distribution centers, rail,
Cameron Search | Staffing Announces Name Change
Cameron Search | Staffing today announced it has changed its name from Cameron Tucker Consulting to better reflect its core business focus: searching for qualified job candidates and providing staffing solutions for its clients. The company also announced the availability of Matchability, its trademarked employee and employer compatibility process, and the launch of its Web
Winners Announced In Canaan Ridge’s Exceptional Thinking Forum
Obtaining honest feedback from all your constituents – not just your clients – is essential to continuous performance improvement in executive search, and that’s the winning idea submitted by Douglas R. Allen, EVP at DHR International, and Joseph J. Carideo, partner at Amrop Battalia Winston, in the April Exceptional Thinking Forum conducted by Canaan Ridge.
Interview: Hire Authority’s Carol Quinn Discusses How To Find Top Talent (part 1)
Carol Quinn is an expert on interviewing and hiring high performers. She is the founder and president of Hire Authority and has more than 25 years experience in the corporate world. Ms. Quinn is dynamic, innovative, inspirational, and gifted at helping people breakthrough self-imposed limitations. Ms. Quinn offers several distinctively different keynote presentations, as well
Kinsey Allen Alliance with Australian-based JMES
U.K.-based executive search firm Kinsey Allen International has formed a strategic partnership with Jon Michel Executive Search (JMES), an Australian-based search and selection firm. The joint venture will allow both firms to exchange market intelligence and trend analysis and will broaden each other’s global capabilities. Jon Michel Executive Search was formed in 1997 to provide
MediaLink Creates Executive Search Practice
MediaLink LLC has launched an executive recruiting practice and appointed Christopher Nutile to run it as director of executive search. Mr. Nutile joins from Google, where he most recently drove recruiting efforts for the digital giant's newly formed agency relations organization and the direct sales operation within Google Canada. “Our clients have asked us to
Paul~Lawrence Associates Completes Search for PNC Bank
Executive search firm paul~lawrence associates has placed Jennifer Simons as senior accounting policy manager for PNC Bank in Pittsburgh. Mark E. Little was the search consultant managing the assignment. Ms. Simons was previously vice president, director, accounting policy for U.S. BANCORP. The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. is a Fortune 500, financial services company with
Alium Partners Adds New Director
Alium Partners, a provider of interim management professionals in the U.K., has added Nigel Peters as director of private sector. Mr. Peters previously served as business development director for nuclear and energy and managing director of the sustainability services business unit at Serco, the FTSE 100 service and outsourcing company. “We are delighted to appoint
War for Talent Reemerges
Despite economic reports that the end of the recession is near or already over, 86 percent of U.S. workers feel the economy is still in a recession, according to the Workplace Insights Survey from recruitment solutions provider Adecco Group North America. In addition, 78 percent of workers believe this is the worst job market they've
Demand for Top Talent Picking Up
As the global economy emerges from recession, businesses representing a broad spectrum of industries are experiencing increased competition for new senior executive and C-Suite leadership, according to the Business Barometer Survey by IMD International Search Group. Leading the way in projected increased talent demand were industries including consumer goods & services (60.9 percent), financial services
Korn Ferry Partners with Woodburn Mann
Korn/Ferry International has formed a partnership with Woodburn Mann, a Southern African leadership, recruitment and talent management firm. Whitehead Mann, acquired by Korn/Ferry in 2009, has been associated with Woodburn Mann for 28 years. Woodburn Mann will be responsible for extending the firm's executive search and talent management services in the Southern African sub-continent, in
Heidrick & Struggles to Lead CEO Search for CIBER
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has been retained by CIBER, Inc. to lead its search for a new chief executive officer. Founded in 1974, CIBER, Inc. is an international IT outsourcing and software implementation and integration consultancy. Heidrick & Struggles is a provider of senior-level executive search and leadership advisory services, including
Adecco Launches iPhone Application
Adecco Staffing US, part of Swiss-based HR solutions company Adecco, has launched its iPhone application, “Adecco Jobs,” which is available for free on iTunes. The application includes a wide range of functionalities all designed to provide access to the most possible job opportunities while also providing career insights as well as job search tips. “At
The Judge Group Expands West Coast Teams
The Judge Group, a provider recruiting services, has added Rick Iversen as vice president of sales for the San Francisco Bay Area and Jeffrey Livonius as VP of sales for Greater Los Angeles. Mr. Iversen was previously the president and founder of Prescient Placements, a Bay Area-based IT Services firm. He brings over 15 years
Yoh Announces New Alignment of WorkForce Offerings
Yoh, a provider of long- and short-term temporary and direct placement of technology and professional personnel, has announced a new alignment of its workforce offerings to leverage the company's existing management talent, marketing expertise and operational infrastructure in conjunction with parent company Day & Zimmermann. As part of this alignment, Yoh will consolidate the company's
Horton Adds Former HR Executive in Hartford
Horton International has appointed Scott Esposito as managing director in the firm’s West Hartford, CT office. He will conduct executive-level searches in the industrial/manufacturing sector as well as other general management roles in a variety of industries. Mr. Esposito previously served as vice president of human resources for United Technologies Corporation, Pratt & Whitney. With
ChampionScott Partners Taps New CEO for Crowd Factory
Executive search firm ChampionScott Partners has placed Sanjay Dholakia as chief executive officer at Crowd Factory. Mr. Dholakia joins Crowd Factory from Lithium Technologies, a social CRM solutions provider, where he was chief marketing officer. Backed by leading venture capital firms Hummer Winblad and Peninsula Ventures, Crowd Factory’s social marketing platform enables companies to run
Navicus Partners with TalentDrive
Navicus, a talent management software provider, has formed a partnership with TalentDrive, the creator of the on-demand resume sourcing technology, TalentFilter. Through seamless integration, this partnership combines the online resume sourcing capabilities of TalentFilter with Navicus’ talent management suite. With over 77.7 million resumes online and over 50,000 resume locations globally, Navicus incorporated advanced sourcing
Russell Reynolds Associates to Lead CEO Search for Sage
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has been retained by Sage to lead the search for a new chief executive. Based in the U.K., Sage provides business software, services and support to small and medium sized businesses. With a worldwide network of 39 offices and more than 275 executive search professionals, Russell
Spencer Ogden Opens New Offices
Recruiting firm Spencer Ogden has opened a new office in Glasgow. The office, which will work together with the firm’s Aberdeen and London locations, will cover the oil & gas and renewable energy sectors. “Glasgow fits with our strategy of covering all aspects of energy recruitment and is a major hub for international business, being
SumTotal Systems Names New Executive Team
SumTotal Systems, Inc., a global provider of talent development solutions, has appointed John Borgerding as president and a member of its board of directors. Mr. Borgerding previously served as executive vice president for global operations at Ventyx. SumTotal has also hired Gregg Monastiero as senior vice president of sales and marketing and Nadeem Syed as
Manpower Records 18 Percent U.S. Revenue Jump
Manpower Inc./(NYSE:MAN) has posted revenues of $4.1 billion for the first quarter ended March 31, 2010, a increase of 13 percent from $3.6 billion a year earlier. Revenues rose by 18 percent in the U.S., nearly 16 percent rise in France and 17 percent in the Asia Pacific region. The Milwaukee-based company recorded earnings of
PeopleClick Authoria Names New President and CEO
Peopleclick Authoria, a provider of talent acquisition and talent management solutions, has named Joseph G. Licata Jr. as its president and CEO. Mr. Licata, with more than 25 years of customer-facing and executive leadership experience in the technology segment, will drive the post-integration growth phase of the company. He was previously president and CEO of
Harvey Nash Creates iPad App
Harvey Nash Group has launched its Online Appointments Magazine (OAM) for Apple's mobile device, the iPad. OAM becomes one of a small number of applications that Apple pre-approved for the iPad's launch. “Harvey Nash has long recognized the importance of developing relationships with our candidates and clients online, and increasingly we are seeing this is
Korn Ferry Leads Multiple Searches for Securities and Exchange Commission
Korn/Ferry International has been retained by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) task force on hedge funds, buyout funds and mutual funds to lead the search for five new fund managers. The mission of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is to protect investors, maintain fair, orderly, and efficient markets, and facilitate capital formation –
Manpower Business Solutions Unveils Recruiting Solution
Manpower Business Solutions (MBS), a world leader in recruitment process outsourcing, has launched its newest offering, Resume Response, a standalone front-end recruiting solution. MBS' Resume Response is a job candidate selection tool that identifies and helps screen high quality applicants through a systematic, technology-driven process augmented by MBS' recruiting expertise and best practices. “In addition
CDI IT Solutions Selected by Citrix
CDI IT Solutions (CDI), a division of IT-focused recruitment solutions provider CDI Corp., has been selected as a prime vendor by Citrix Systems, Inc. (Citrix) to provide IT staffing and direct hire services. Under the agreement, CDI will provide IT services to Citrix Systems including supplying critical staff on a temporary basis as well as
Interview with Rolf Heeb: Moving Forward After the Great Recession (Part 2)
Rolf Heeb is founder and CEO of AIMS International – Germany, which has offices in Neuss/Düsseldorf, Hamburg, Stuttgart and Munich. In 2000, Mr. Heeb’s firm, IFM, became the German partner of AIMS International and in 2002 he became a board member of the organization and, later, regional head of the EMEA Region. He was appointed
The Onstott Group Joins TRANSEARCH International
TRANSEARCH International has added Boston-based executive search firm, The Onstott Group, as a partner. The Onstott Group was founded in 1987; the firm focuses on board level, chief executive, and other senior executive positions within the technology, manufacturing, clean technology, consumer, business services, non-profit, higher education, venture capital and high growth sectors. “We have known
