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Unemployment Rate Falls Slightly to 4.1 Percent
Employment rose by 147,000 in June as the U.S. unemployment dropped to 4.1 percent, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. Job gains occurred in state government and healthcare. Federal government continued to lose jobs. The number of unemployed people, at 7.0 million, changed little over the month. Both the unemployment rate, at
Resource Management Group Assists Belk with CFO Search
Resource Management Group (RMG), an executive search firm specializing in CFO placements, has assisted in the recruitment of Vince Phelan as executive vice president and CFO of Belk. Kevin Cooke, Jonathan Gould, and Lauren LaPolice led the assignment. “We’re incredibly grateful to the Belk leadership team Shaina Hall CHRO and Don Hendricks CEO for the
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.
What a Great Executive Onboarding Plan Actually Looks Like
Executive search firms devote significant time and expertise to identifying leaders capable of driving organizational success, yet the work of ensuring those executives thrive often begins only after the search concludes. As organizations face mounting pressure to maximize leadership investments and accelerate executive impact, onboarding is emerging as a critical extension of the search process
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?
Slone Partners Recruits Chief Scientific Officer for Prolynx
Life sciences-focused search firm Slone Partners has recruited Amer Mirza as chief scientific officer at Prolynx, a biotechnology company developing a next-generation portfolio of ultra-long-acting medicines for obesity and related metabolic conditions. “Dr. Amer Mirza is an accomplished scientific leader whose deep expertise in drug discovery and development and passion for innovation make him exceptionally well suited to serve as
Wilson Appoints New CEO
Global talent solutions provider Wilson has announced a planned leadership transition as founder and CEO John Wilson moves into a role on the board after nearly 24 years leading the company. Jean-Francois Vezina has been appointed CEO and will lead the next phase of Wilson’s growth and innovation. “It was important to me that the company be
ATS vs. CRM: Why Both Matter in Executive Search
An ATS is designed to move candidates through a single search, not to maintain relationships over the years between searches. In executive search, however, those long-term relationships are where most of the revenue is actually generated. A new report from Recruiterflow breaks down the difference between an ATS and an executive search CRM, why relationship-driven
Potrero Group Leads Search for the Leader of Bay Area’s Largest Trail Network
San Francisco-based leadership consulting and search firm Potrero Group has assisted in the recruitment of Kirsten Saenz Tobey as the executive director of the Bay Area Ridge Trail Council. This follows a national search. “Kirsten brings exactly the combination of strategic vision, entrepreneurial leadership, and genuine passion for conservation that this moment calls for,” said Taylor
Caldwell Appoints COO; Announces New Regional Managing Partner Structure
Toronto-based Caldwell has named John Blank as chief operating officer. The firm has also established a new regional managing partner structure designed to support the firm’s continued growth, strengthen operational effectiveness, and enhance coordination across its global platform. In his new role, Mr. Blank will oversee Caldwell’s business and people operations, including regional leadership, talent and people
The Evolution of the CHRO: From Personnel to Enterprise Leadership
The responsibilities of today’s chief human resources officer extend far beyond talent management, reflecting a broader shift in how organizations view leadership and business performance. As workforce transformation, artificial intelligence, and organizational change reshape corporate priorities, the CHRO has become an increasingly influential voice in helping CEOs and boards navigate strategic decisions. Not long ago,
GHP Search Assists Christel House with the Recruitment of New Board Members
GHP Search, formerly known as Greenwich Harbor Partners, has helped Christel House Intl. to recruit John Gomes, partner, global telecom and technology at Bain & Co, and former partner, software at Kearney, Mani Iyer, chief AI and technology officer at Vanguard and former SVP – global head of infrastructure, data and technology at Paypal. Mr. Gomes is a globally recognized transformation and strategy leader in
TOC Arts Partners Assists Union Arts Center with the Recruitment of First Artistic Director
Following an extensive national search, New York City-based TOC Arts Partners has assisted Union Arts Center in Seattle, WA, with the recruitment of Yuvika Tolani as the first permanent artistic director. The search was led by vice president of executive search, Cynthia Fuhrman. “As a former resident of Seattle myself, I have enjoyed many performances
Why PE Organizations Need to Apply Their Own Playbook to Themselves
Private equity firms have long applied rigorous operating frameworks to the companies they acquire, but many have yet to bring that same discipline to their own organizations. As market conditions demand stronger operational execution and more consistent value creation, leading firms are rethinking how they structure teams, define leadership roles, and integrate operating expertise across
ZRG Aspen Leadership Group Seeking Chief of Development for the American LGBTQ+ Museum
ZRG Aspen Leadership Group was recently retained by the American LGBTQ+ Museum to lead in its search for chief of development. Jeanette Rivera-Watts is leading the assignment. Reporting to the executive director, the chief of development will provide the leadership, direction, and coordination of fundraising strategies and activities to advance the mission of the American
Lochlin Partners Recruits CFO for the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association
Lochlin Partners has recruited Janelle Padgett as VP and CFO of the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association in Glen Allen, VA. Ms. Padgett has more than 25 years of progressive executive leadership experience across complex healthcare systems, including multiple CFO, controller, and senior finance leadership roles within both for-profit and non-profit healthcare organizations. Most recently,
Why PE Firms Need Operational CFOs as Executive Growth Planners
Consider a private equity deal team forced to hold a portfolio company well beyond its planned exit timeline—not because the business underperformed, but because the IPO market stalled and potential buyers disappeared. Today, that scenario is more common than exceptional, a recent report from Odgers explained. “In an era where capital is abundant but exits
Executive Hiring Without Borders: Navigating the Opportunities and Risks
Remote work has transformed how we do business. When it comes to hiring, there are no borders. Companies can choose leaders from around the globe to guide their organizations. While beneficial, this can also present issues, according to a new report from Stahl Recruiting Executive Search, an executive search firm specializing in the railway industry. “When
Academic Search Recruits 10th President for the University of Saint Mary
Following a nationwide search, education-focused executive recruiter Academic Search has assisted in the recruitment of Ann Marie Fallon as the 10th president of the University of Saint Mary (USM) in Leavenworth, KS. Senior consultants Suzanne Mellon and Disa Mason led the assignment. She will succeed Sister Diane Steele, who has led USM for 25 years and last summer announced her
Why Human Judgment Will Matter More in the Age of AI
AI will accomplish extraordinary things—but it will also tempt us to mistake output for humanity. It has the potential to boost productivity, reduce costs, accelerate insight and innovation, and, when used thoughtfully, even deepen our self-awareness. As AI agents and systems become increasingly capable of showing reasoning, empathy, and elements of judgment, many people will
The Tolan Group Recruits VP of Payor Strategy at CCRM Fertility
The Tolan Group (TTG) has placed Marianne Fanning as vice president of payor strategy at CCRM Fertility, bringing extensive experience in managed care strategy, payor relations, and reimbursement optimization. Ms. Fanning’s appointment reflects CCRM Fertility’s continued investment in expanding patient access, strengthening payor partnerships, and supporting the organization’s long-term growth strategy. Prior to joining CCRM Fertility,
Kaye/Bassman Names Leader of North Division, Construction and Real Estate Practice
Plano, TX-based executive search firm Kaye/Bassman International (KBIC), a Starfish Partners company, has named Lee Martin as managing director and practice leader of the north division within its construction and real estate practice. In this expanded leadership role, he will lead the continued growth of the firm’s commercial real estate, building construction, and construction technology practices across the northern United States, further advancing KBIC’s integrated
How Executive Search Is Evolving Alongside Private Equity
With private equity firms placing greater emphasis on operational execution and long-term value creation, expectations around leadership strategy are rapidly evolving. Search firms are increasingly being asked to move beyond traditional recruiting models and serve as broader talent advisors aligned with investment outcomes. In this environment, the distinction between transactional hiring and strategic partnership is
DSG | Koya Retained by Gilda’s Club Chicago for CEO Search
DSG | Koya has been tapped by Gilda’s Club Chicago to lead in its search for a new CEO. The search is being led by Cheryl Stevens and Claire Hunt. The next CEO will have the chance to build on Gilda’s Club Chicago’s strong foundation while leaving a lasting mark—expanding its reach, deepening community and healthcare
June Hiring Cools While Unemployment Holds at 4.2 Percent
Employment increased by 57,000 in June as the U.S. unemployment rate stood at 4.2 percent, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. The number of unemployed people, at 7.1 million, changed little in June. Employment continued to trend up in professional and business services, social assistance, and healthcare. Leisure and hospitality lost jobs. The
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
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
Using Your Candidate Experience to Attract Senior-Level Talent
In today’s competitive landscape, attracting and retaining top talent is essential for driving business growth and innovation. To achieve this, companies must go beyond the traditional recruitment process and focus on creating a memorable and positive experience for potential candidates, according to a report from Gables Search Group. The study explores the importance of candidate
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
Talentor Expands into Ukraine
Talentor Recruitment Consultancyhas continued its expansion by agreeing to a new partnership with Business Solutions in Kiev, Ukraine. Talentor offices are now present in 15 markets with further growth plans to expand into Hungary, Austria, Germany and the Benelux countries during 2010. Business Solutions’ head, Yana Solomarskaya, stated: “My team and I are really thrilled
Trinity Recruitment Adds Senior Consultant
Multi-sector U.K.-based recruitment specialist Trinity Recruitment Group has added Helen Adams as a senior consultant to strengthen its engineering, production and design divisions. Ms. Adams has 10 years of recruitment experience in this specialist field, previously serving as senior account manager and headhunter at Straco International. “I’m delighted to welcome Helen to the group. She
Caliber Point Launches HR Services Solution
Caliber Point Business Solutions Ltd., a business process outsourcing (BPO) service provider and a Hexaware Technologies subsidiary, has launched Republic, a multi-tenant HR services delivery solution. Built on the Oracle E-Business Suite Release 12, the platform will cater to multiple clients under a secure and shared environment. The tool is designed to significantly reducing the
Employment Index Reveals Hiring Turmoil
The CareerCast.com/JobSerf Employment Index, which measures managerial recruitment activity online, retreated slightly to 89.0 in May, after three months of improvement. The Index had risen from 70.8 in January to 92.3 in April. “Economic turmoil in Europe, Wall Street and the Gulf appears to have also impacted managerial hiring at companies across the U.S.,” said
Vetted Solutions Hires Non-Profit Expert
Executive search firm Vetted Solutions LLC has named E. Harrison Able as a senior associate. Mr. Able has served nearly 40 years as CEO of non-profit organizations and associations. Most recently he served for 20 years as the president and CEO of the American Association of Museums, where he established the organization as the largest
CarterBaldwin Taps President for John Stott Ministries
Atlanta-headquartered CarterBaldwin Executive Search has placed Benjamin K. Homan as president of John Stott Ministries. Mr. Homan joins John Stott Ministries following a nine-year tenure as president and CEO of Food for the Hungry, a relief and development organization serving in more than 26 developing countries. John Stott Ministries is the U.S. chapter of the
Salary.com Posts Q4 Loss; Up Slightly for Full Year
Salary.com, Inc./(NASDAQ:SLRY), a provider of on-demand compensation, payroll and talent management solutions, has posted fourth quarter of fiscal 2010 revenues of $10.9 million, a four percent dip from the prior year. The company reported a net loss of $12.5 million or 74 cents per share, compared with a year-ago loss of $8.8 million or 53
SuccessFactors Adds Former Yahoo! Exec
SuccessFactors, Inc. has added Hillary Smith as its new general counsel, managing the company's global legal affairs and team. Ms. Smith brings SuccessFactors a wide breath and tenure of legal experience and is joining SuccessFactors from Yahoo! Inc. where she has been the general counsel of Right Media, now a Yahoo! company, and Yahoo!'s associate
Ultimate Software Chosen by KBE
Ultimate Software has been selected by Key Brand Entertainment (KBE), a developer, producer, and distributor of live theatre in the U.S. and Canada. One of KBE's key companies is Broadway Across America, the largest Broadway touring organization in North America–responsible for presenting such shows as Wicked, Hairspray, Chicago, The Lion King, and The Phantom of
AESC Adds Four New Member Firms
The Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) has added B.E. Smith in the U.S., Cornfeld Ltd. in Switzerland, Executive Network in Poland and IMS Talent in Finland as its newest member firms. B. E. Smith is a provider of executive search services to healthcare organizations. The firm is led by Kathy Noland and was founded
Patino Associates and VMA Group Form Alliance
Patino Associates, an executive search firm specializing in the corporate communications, public affairs, investor relations and marketing functions, has signed an affiliate partnership agreement corporate communications-focused recruitment consultancy firm VMA Group. The alliance creates one of the largest global practices focused on the recruitment and placement of corporate communications professionals with consultants in Washington, D.C.,
Major, Lindsey & Africa Names Partners
Legal search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa has announced that Michelle Foster (New York), Nicole Lipman (San Francisco) and Dimitri Mastrocola (New York) have been named partners. The three join MLA’s existing 29 member advisory board. “Partnership criteria are demanding and partners are required to consistently meet them as a prerequisite and an ongoing duty,”
Dowd Associates to Lead Search for Scripps
Dowd Associates Executive Search has been selected by Scripps Network Interactive to lead its search for a vice president, investor relations. A leading developer of lifestyle content for television, internet, satellite radio, books and magazines, Scripps Networks Interactive is comprised of brands such as HGTV, Food Network, Travel Channel, DIY Network, Cooking Channel, and country
JobVite Launches Free Social Recruiting Site
Jobvite, a provider of next-generation recruitment solutions, has launched Jobvite Share, a free way to distribute and target any job opening on social networks to increase referrals and track in real-time the value of any job advertisement or placement on-line. With Jobvite Share, anyone with a position to fill can enter a job URL, and
Accero Introduces Workforce Intelligence Solution
Accero, an HR and payroll solutions provider with clients in the U.S., Canada, Australia and the U.K., has announced the availability of Accero Workforce Intelligence, a reporting and analytics solution that delivers actionable HR information, enabling HR managers to help drive strategic, informed decisions for their organization. Accero Workforce Intelligence is a usable product out-of-the
Human Capital Institute Names New Board for Workforce Planning
The Human Capital Institute (HCI) has announced the formation of its executive board for strategic workforce planning comprised of senior executives and workforce planning leaders from diverse industries and organizations. HCI’s executive board is an independent group that regularly advises members of HCI’s executive workgroup for strategic workforce planning on best practices and next generation
Boyden Adds to Brussels Office
Boyden has added M. Eric Borrenbergen to its Brussels office as senior vice president. He will focus on searches of top and senior level executives in human resources, legal affairs and business administration. Mr. Borrenbergen has more than 25 years broad managerial experience at executive committee level in an international environment, as company lawyer and
Online Job Demand Increases
Online advertised vacancies rose 222,700 to 4,150,000 in April, according to The Conference Board Help Wanted OnLine Data Series (HWOL). Over the past six months, labor demand has increased by 870,000, and this increase has been widely shared across the States and occupational categories. “Providing evidence of the strengthening economy, labor demand in April rose
Davies Park to Lead CEO Search for PSAC
Davies Park Executive Search has been retained by the Petroleum Services Association of Canada (PSAC) to head its search for a new president and chief executive officer. Roger Soucy, PSAC president and CEO since the association's inception in 1981, has announced his intention to retire. Both internal and external applicants will be considered. The PSAC
Casino Careers Appoints Head of Talent Acquisition
Casino Careers, LLC has added Margaret Wright to head the firm's executive search/talent acquisition division. Ms. Wright joins the niche firm following the response to Casino Careers' nationwide survey of over 1,000 HR executives in the gaming-hospitality and technology industries, regarding their talent acquisition preferences and use of executive search firms. “We are delighted that
BCA Places HR Exec at Westfield, LLC
BCA, Executive Recruiters has recruited Amanda Foster as vice president of learning and organizational development for Westfield, LLC. Ms. Foster previously held numerous senior corporate positions with Hudson Highland Group, Monster Worldwide, and Southern Pacific Hotel Corporation. BCA’s chief operations officer, Joe Gonzalez, led the search. Westfield is the world's largest listed retail property group
Initio International Names Non-Executive Director
Recruitment group Initio International Ltd. has elected Mike Walmsley as non-executive director. Mr. Walmsley was formerly managing director at Parker Bridge and after that launched RecruitmentTraining.co.uk in 2001. “Mike is a well respected and very connected figure within U.K. recruitment,” said Brendan Flood, CEO. “His grounded experience married with his entrepreneurial approach will be an
Coleman Lew Search for Presbyterian College
Charlotte, NC-based Coleman Lew & Associates has placed Brian Reese as director of athletics for Presbyterian College. Currently, Mr. Reese is serving as associate director of Student Athletics at Vanderbilt University. Located in Clinton, SC, Presbyterian College competes in the NCAA Division I as a member of the Big South Conference. PC is a top-ranked
Kenexa to Work with Mphasis India
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has announced that MphasiS India has selected Kenexa as its survey provider to drive leadership effectiveness through 360 surveys. Kenexa will deliver surveys designed to meet MphasiS’ corporate structure, culture and business objectives, along with a full array of analytical reports and training materials
EEmpact Software Selected by Goodwill Industries
eEmpACT Software (part of the Bond International Software group) has announce that its front and back office staffing software solution was selected by Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin to create greater efficiencies in their staffing operation. The largest of more than 168 Goodwill organizations in North America, Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin has more than
DHR Acquires Gundersen Partners
DHR International has acquired global search firm Gundersen Partners. The firm is well known for its marketing focus and functional expertise across the consumer, financial services, industrial and nonprofit industries. Steve Gundersen, founder of Gundersen Partners, joins DHR as executive vice president and leader of the firm’s media & entertainment practice. Mr. Gundersen will split
VMA Group Launches New Division
U.K.-headquartered recruitment consultancy firm VMA Group has launched a new division providing personal and professional development for organizations and their communications teams. Led by Charlotte Butler, associate director at VMA, the practice will offer personal development programs, consultancy in team structure and effectiveness, executive coaching and talent showcase events. The first programs – ‘Managing the
Executive Search Confidence Hits 22-Month High
Executive recruiters' confidence in the executive employment market reached a 22-month high in April, with 64 percent of 186 search firm respondents expecting more senior-management hiring over the next six months, according to the results of ExecuNet's Recruiter Confidence Index (RCI). ExecuNet's April recruiter confidence register reached 64 percent, matching the tally recorded in June
Russell Reynolds Associates Fills Post for TIAA-CREF
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has placed Scott Wise as the new head of TIAA-CREF's Endowment-Investment Group. Mr. Wise has run the Rice University endowment since 1989 and will oversee a new endowment group from the university’s hometown of Houston. TIAA-CREF is the New York-headquartered firm that oversees more than $400
