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AI in Executive Search: Evolving the Practice
The integration of AI in executive search has moved from a stage of tentative experimentation to a more mature phase where workflows are actively being reimagined. However, executive search firms tell Hunt Scanlon Media that many firms still find themselves navigating challenges on the maturity curve—ranging from concerns over data quality to cultural resistance from
RH Perry & Associates Recruits President for Hudson Valley Community College
RH Perry & Associates has helped to recruit Michael S. Brophy as the 8th president of Hudson Valley Community College. He will begin this new role on August 1. Senior consultants Gena Glickman and Kevin Cavanagh led the assignment. Dr. Brophy was selected as president of Hudson Valley following a national search that began in fall 2024 with the appointment of
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,
5 Interview Questions to Ask a Chief People Officer Candidate
A chief people officer (CPO) is a senior executive responsible for championing an organization’s talent through the development and execution of a comprehensive people strategy and employee experience. A proficient CPO is attuned to employee needs, sentiments, and feedback and is responsible for upholding the company’s commitments to its workforce, according to a recent report
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,
Daversa Partners Places Chief Technology Officer at AOL
Executive search firm Daversa Partners has recruited Alexander Gounares as chief technology officer at AOL. Mr. Gounares joins AOL from Microsoft where he was a corporate VP and chief technology officer for Microsoft’s Online Services Division. He also served for three years as technology advisor to Microsoft chairman and founder Bill Gates, as well as
Kenexa Posts Slight Revenue Increase
Kenexa Corporation/(NASDAQ:KNXA), a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has posted revenues of $39.7 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2010, a slight increase from revenues of $38.8 million a year ago. Kenexa's income from operations, determined in accordance with GAAP, was $62,000, compared with loss from operations of $33.6 million
America’s Job Exchange Partners with U.S. News University Connection
America's Job Exchange (AJE), a provider of job search and online recruiting solutions, has partnered with U.S. News University Connection, an education portal established by U.S. News & World Report and Bisk Education. The companies will work together to enhance the overall job seeker user experience on the America's Job Exchange web site through the
JobServe Launches New Resume Tool
Employment website JobServe has introduced a new resume search platform and data center. The resume search service utilizes patented behavioral analytics to identify and rank relevant candidates. Recruiters have the flexibility to modify key search criteria and conduct side by side resume comparisons. “JobServe's commitment to the U.S. market grew significantly with the introduction of
Korn Ferry Adds Financial Sector Specialist in London
Korn/Ferry International has added Sonamara Jeffreys as senior client partner within the firm’s global financial services market. Ms. Jeffreys will be based in London and work with global and EMEA organizations. Ms. Jeffreys joins Korn/Ferry from Heidrick & Struggles, where she served as managing partner of its London office and head of the firm's financial
Dice Acquires WorldwideWorker
Career site Dice Holdings, Inc. has completed the purchase of the online and career events-related businesses of WorldwideWorker, a global leader in recruitment for the energy industry. The purchase price consists of initial consideration of $6 million in cash. Additional consideration to a maximum of $3 million in cash is payable upon the achievement of
Boyden Places CEO at Cleveland-Cuyahoga County Port Authority
Boyden has recruited William Friedman as chief executive officer of the Cleveland-Cuyahoga County Port Authority. Mr. Friedman served from 1990 to 2004 as chief executive of the ports of Indiana and Seattle. He left to become a vice president of ports and logistics for the real estate investment trust Duke Realty Corp. and has served
Glaford International Adds Parter in India
Glasford International has added India-based search firm Right Advisors Private Limited as a partner. Shella Consultants will also continue to represent Glasford International in India. Right Advisors is one of the fastest growing HR services organizations in India. Right Advisors, managing director, Himanshu Bansal said that the partnership with Glasford will lead to significant long
Hudson Highland Group Posts Nine Percent Revenue Gain
Hudson Highland Group, Inc./(NASDAQ:HHGP) has posted first quarter 2010 revenues of $180.1 million, an increase of 9.1 percent from $165.2 million for the first quarter of 2009. The recruiting company recorded a net loss of $4.1 million, or $0.16 per basic and diluted share, compared with net loss of $14.8 million, or $0.59 per basic
DHR Adds to Mumbai Office
Executive search firm DHR International has added Poonam Yadav to its Mumbai office as senior vice president. Ms. Yadav previously spent four years as senior executive search consultant at Gilbert Tweed International, where she focused on the metal, retail, real estate, travel services, hospitality, and shipping and logistics industries, and handled diverse search assignments across
Trilogy Search Completes Searches for Book Trust
Burlingame, CA-based retained executive search firm Trilogy Search Non+Profit has placed Michael J. Coffin and Timothy J. Magner at Book Trust, a nonprofit organization that provides underprivileged children with the opportunity to choose, own, and delight in books. Chuck Pappalardo handled the assignment on behalf of Trilogy. Michael J. Coffin has been named executive director
AON Consulting Names Ceos for EMEA and U.K.
To drive opportunities for future growth, Aon Consulting, the global human capital consulting organization of Aon Corporation, has appointed Piyush Chaudhari as CEO of Aon Consulting EMEA and Alistair Connell as CEO of Aon Consulting U.K. Mr. Chaudhari joined Aon Consulting in 2006, and held the positions of CEO of global benefits, and COO of
RiseSmart Launches Recruit Concierge
RiseSmart, a provider of next-generation outplacement and recruitment process outsourcing solutions, has launched of Recruit Concierge, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) solution. This new product offers full life cycle recruiting, which includes candidate sourcing and recruitment process consulting, accomplished by using proprietary, technology combined with recruiting expertise to help fill positions at a competitive price
Spencer Stuart to Recruit New Board Members for Cedar Fair
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been selected by Cedar Fair Entertainment Company to lead in its search for two new board members. The company will be increasing its board from seven directors to nine. Cedar Fair is a publicly traded partnership headquartered in Sandusky, Ohio, and one of the largest regional amusement-resort operators in
Taleo Posts 14.5 Percent Revenue Gain; Extends Partnership with IBM
Taleo/(NASDAQ:TLEO), a provider of on-demand talent management solutions, has posted first quarter 2010 revenues of $55 million, a 14.5 percent increase from $46.6 million during the same period a year ago. During the quarter, the company earned $800,000, or two cents per share, compared with a loss of $2.1 million, or seven cents per share,
