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Slayton Search Partners Appoints Senior Vice President
Slayton Search Partners has expanded with the addition of Dan Plourde as senior vice president and principal. He will focus on supporting the firm’s industrial and consumer practices, bringing nearly two decades of executive search and recruitment experience to the team. “Dan’s extensive experience in executive search, combined with his proven track record of building
Accelerate Growth in Private Equity with Smarter Talent Strategies
The private equity (PE) landscape has significantly transformed, marked by longer hold periods and more roll-up deals due to rising borrowing costs and fewer mid-sized companies available for acquisition. The traditional approach of quick three to five year exits through financial engineering and C-suite changes is no longer viable. Through this transformation, leadership and talent
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.
Reducing Risk Through Informed Executive Search
As organizations face increasing pressure to make the right leadership decisions, executive search is becoming less about simply filling senior roles and more about reducing risk of a bad hire through better information, stronger alignment, and a deeper understanding of the leadership market. Companies are increasingly seeking search partners that can provide strategic insight before
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?
Rokos Group Seeking CHRO for Keck Medicine of USC
Newport Beach, CA-based executive search firm Rokos Group has been retained by Keck Medicine of USC to lead in its search for a new chief human resources officer. The CHRO will serve as a strategic executive leader responsible for recommending, developing, implementing, administering, interpreting, coordinating, and evaluating human resources strategies, policies, programs, laws, and procedures pertaining to
Academic Career & Executive Search Retained by Briar Cliff University to Find New CFO
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) has been selected by Briar Cliff University to lead in its search for a vice president of finance and chief financial officer. Jennifer Muller, managing partner, is leading the assignment. Briar Cliff University seeks a strategic and entrepreneurial financial leader. Reporting directly to the president and serving as a member of the
How Adaptive Governance Is Reshaping Leadership in Private Equity
Private equity firms have transformed how they create value, placing greater emphasis on operational execution, leadership effectiveness, and strategic oversight throughout the investment lifecycle. As a result, executive search firms are increasingly being called upon not only to recruit high-impact leaders and board directors, but also to identify executives capable of operating within governance models
Why the Chief AI Officer Is Becoming a C-Suite Essential
Artificial intelligence is reshaping executive leadership, prompting organizations to rethink who should guide enterprise-wide AI strategy and oversee its responsible adoption. As companies move beyond experimentation to large-scale implementation, executive search firms are seeing growing demand for leaders who can combine technical expertise with business acumen, regulatory awareness, and the ability to drive transformation across
Yale University Taps Lindauer to Lead Vice President for Alumni Affairs and Development
Lindauer has been retained by Yale University to lead in its search for a vice president for alumni affairs and development. The search is being led by Lindauer CEO Deb Taft, executive vice president Faith Montgomery and senior consultant Andrew Machado. Yale University seeks an accomplished, visionary, and collaborative leader. Reporting directly to president Maurie McInnis and serving
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
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
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
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,
Wanted Technologies Releases New Human Capital WorkFlow Apps
WANTED Technologies has launched its Employer Listing App and the Contact Listing App on its WANTED Analytics Apps platform. Clients in the media, HR/staffing and government sectors use WANTED Analytics Apps to prioritize sales opportunities, identify economic trends, and analyze competitive market conditions. “The Employer Listing App gives users an efficient way to find employers
Global HR Outsourcing Creates Recruitment Services Division
Global Human Resources Outsourcing (GHRO) has launched a recruitment services division. “There are a plethora of hidden expenses associated with departing employees that include loss of productivity, loss of knowledge, payout of annual leave, costs to cover overtime shifts, supervisor and HR staff time; and then costs associated with making the right replacement hiring decisions
Monster Employment Index Shows Improved U.S. Online Jobs Demand
The Monster Employment Index (MEI), a monthly analysis of millions of online job opportunities culled from a large, representative selection of corporate career sites and job boards, rose eight points in April as a number of industries initiated springtime recruitment efforts. The annual growth rate further accelerated, rising by 11 percent, the highest rate of
TRANSEARCH Expands Staff
TRANSEARCH International has added Sangeeta Lal, Kari Engelbarth, Lars Tegelberg, Thomas Hellmann and Sven-Uwe Hess to its New Delhi, Helsinki, Gothenburg and Frankfurt offices. Ms. Lal is a senior partner in the firm’s New Delhi office and a member of its industrial practice. She was previously a client partner with Korn/Ferry International and spent seven
