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Krauthamer & Associates Assists AC Transit with CEO Search
Krauthamer & Associates has assisted in the recruitment of Salvador Llamas as the new general manager and CEO of the Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District (AC Transit) in Oakland, CA. He succeeds interim general manager Kathleen Kelly. Gregg A. Moser led the assignment. “Each finalist for the GM-CEO position demonstrated strong strategic leadership and vision,” said board president Diane
Developing a Strong Employer Brand to Attract Executive Leaders
In today’s highly competitive job market, having a strong employer brand is essential for drawing in and keeping top-tier talent. It boosts an organization’s attractiveness, lowers hiring expenses, and increases both employee retention and satisfaction. A new report from the International Executive Search Federation (IESF) explores building a powerful employer brand to secure high-quality executive talent, supported
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.
Flatiron Search Partners Places CTO at Massage Envy
Flatiron Search Partners (FSP) has assisted in the recruitment of Abe Hong as chief technology officer of Massage Envy in Scottsdale, AZ. “Abe is a proven technology leader with deep experience supporting complex, multi-site businesses,” said Todd Schrader, CEO of Massage Envy Franchising. “His ability to align technology strategy with business goals, combined with his collaborative
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?
Boyden to Acquire GreenSight Executive Search
Boyden has announced it will acquire GreenSight Executive Search, a retained search and consulting firm based in Atlanta. The acquisition strengthens Boyden’s presence, network and service in the Southeastern United States. The acquisition will see Boyden absorb GreenSight’s client portfolio and leadership team. Founding partners Trisha Hutchison and Daniel Kepler will join the Boyden Atlanta office as managing partners, bringing
AI Redefining Search — Without Replacing Human Judgment
Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping executive recruiting, speeding up how firms identify, evaluate, and engage leadership talent. As AI tools automate research and administrative work, search teams can move faster and surface stronger insights— changing what “best candidate” discovery looks like in practice. At the same time, demand is shifting toward leaders who can translate
How Leading Search Firms Are Turning AI Into Competitive Advantage
Artificial intelligence is rapidly moving from a promising experiment to a core operating capability across the executive search profession. As firms face mounting pressure to improve efficiency, accelerate search timelines, and deliver deeper market intelligence, many are reevaluating how technology can enhance both recruiter productivity and business performance. While adoption continues to accelerate, industry leaders
U.S. Adds 172,000 Jobs in May as Unemployment Holds Steady at 4.3 Percent
Employment increased by 172,000 in May as the U.S. unemployment rate remained at 4.3 percent, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. The number of unemployed people, at 7.3 million, changed little in May. Job gains occurred in leisure and hospitality, local government, and healthcare. Employment in financial activities declined. “This is a labor
CarterBaldwin Recruits President and CEO for Kansas Fiber Network
CarterBaldwin Executive Search has assisted in the recruitment of Danny Pate as the new president and CEO of Kansas Fiber Network (KFN). Partner Chris Guiney and search consultant Ted Wieber led the assignment. “We are pleased to bring Danny on board,” said Mark Gailey, chairman of KFN’s board of directors. “The board ran a diligent search to
The Broward County Aviation Department Retains ADK Consulting & Executive Search to Recruit Aviation CFO
The Broward County Aviation Department recently retained ADK Consulting & Executive Search to lead in its search for an aviation CFO for the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and North Perry Airport (NPA). The assignment is being led by Theresia Schatz and Kim Kenville. The new aviation CFO will oversee the financial and business aspects of FLL and HWO.
How Private Equity Firms Are Modernizing Talent Strategy Through Technology
As private equity firms place greater emphasis on leadership as a driver of investment performance, talent functions are becoming increasingly embedded in the dealmaking process. What was once viewed primarily as a recruiting and portfolio support function is evolving into a strategic capability that informs executive assessment, succession planning, and value creation across the investment
Crist|Kolder Associates Recruits CFO for Booz Allen
Crist|Kolder Associates has assisted in the recruitment of Troy Lahr as executive vice president and CFO of Booz Allen Hamilton in McLean, VA. “Troy’s deep and differentiated experience helps position Booz Allen for accelerated growth and bold transformation,” said Horacio Rozanski, chairman and CEO. “His success driving performance across large portfolios and leading through change will be a
The Moran Company Leading CEO Search for the Oklahoma State Medical Association
The Moran Company, an executive recruitment firm that specializes in the non-profit sector, was recently retained by the Oklahoma State Medical Association (OSMA) to recruit the organization’s next CEO. Jon Rosell is leading the assignment. The OSMA board of trustees seeks an energetic, experienced, and highly skilled CEO to work collaboratively with the board, staff
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
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
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
Increase in Demand for Temporary Workers Expected
Demand for temporary workers in the U.S. is expected to increase 10.8 percent on a seasonally adjusted basis for the 2010 second quarter over the same period in 2009, according to the Palmer Forecast, a study conducted by staffing industry consulting firm G. Palmer & Associates. The report also indicated a 3.8 percent decline in
Aquire Creates New Tool for HR Managers
Aquire, a global provider of workforce planning and analytics solutions, has released Integrity 2.0, a new version of the company's data integrity module for OrgPublisher, an automatic organizational charting and reporting solution. The combined program allows HR managers to collaboratively audit, correct and maintain workforce data housed in multiple systems and locations. “We cleanse customer
Interview with Rolf Heeb: Moving Forward After the Great Recession (Part 1)
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
Furst Group to Provide Executive Recruitment Services to UHC
Healthcare-focused executive search firm Furst Group has signed an agreement with University HealthSystem Consortium (UHC) to provide permanent executive recruitment services. “We are excited to partner with UHC and to help our nation’s medical centers retain, recruit and attract the best leaders available,” said Furst Group president, Sherrie Barch. “UHC’s membership has an outstanding track
Global Sage Adds Head of Business Development
Global Sage has named Andrew Miller as director of Asia where he will head business development for the firm’s intelligence and research group. With more 15 years of experience in the financial services sector, Mr. Miller previously served as managing director in Asia for both Linedata Services and Xinhua Finance. “Increasingly we are moving up
Diversified Search Places IT Exec at Christiana Care Health Systems
Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson has recruited Randall Gaboriault as vice president and chief information officer at Christiana Care Health Systems. Mr. Gaboriault was previously senior vice president and CIO of Teleflex, Inc. The search was conducted by Jim Langston, managing director of Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson. Diversified Search, headquartered in Philadelphia, offers global search capabilities
Ultimate Software Selected by Rockville Bank
Ultimate Software has been selected by Rockville Bank, a community bank in central Connecticut with $1.6 billion in assets, for its HR operations and unifying its HCM processes with UltiPro Workplace. “Both the HR team and our employees are experiencing the benefits of having a single-source solution for unified HCM,” said Anne McConnell, assistant vice
Korn Ferry Names Head of Leadership
Korn/Ferry International has added Lewis Rusen as senior client partner and office managing director of the firm’s Toronto office, where he will serve as president of the leadership and talent consulting business for North America. Mr. Rusen, who has been with Korn/Ferry for four years, has more than 15 years of hands-on experience working with
CEOS are Gearing Up for Recovery and Growth
CEOs appear to be emerging from recession mode and priming for a return to growth, according to results of The Conference Board CEO Challenge 2010 Survey, which polls CEOs about the greatest challenges facing them in the year ahead. “Both the year-on-year movement and rank order of challenges suggest that CEOs' focus has moved from
Monster Adds Online Advertising Veteran
Online careers site Monster.com has appointed Rick Boyce as vice president of advertising sales. Mr. Boyce was previously the SVP of business development for Rooftop Media. He is best known for his work as the founding sales director at Wired Digital, the web companion to Wired magazine. There he led the team that sold the
Harris / IIC Partners Completes Search for MNSCU
Dublin, Ohio based Harris / IIC Partners has been placed Darrel Huish as vice chancellor of information technology at the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System (MnSCU). Mr. Huish previously served as vice chancellor of information technology at Maricopa Community Colleges. With its 32 institutions, MnSCU is the largest single provider of higher education in
Bayard Advertising Agency to Lead Recruitment Advertising for CTCA
Bayard Advertising Agency, Inc. has been selected as recruitment advertising agency of record by Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA). Bayard will create recruitment marketing and media solutions for CTCA by further developing and spreading its uplifting, compassionate brand message through creative campaigns that are designed to attract candidates that are aligned with CTCA's core
Harvey Nash Creates Oil & Gas Practice
Harvey Nash Executive Search, a U.K.-based global provider of board level recruitment and leadership services, is launching a practice specifically focused on the oil & gas sector. The new practice will be headed up by Sherree Young, an expert in the industry with over nine years experience helping organizations from FTSE 100 to AIM listed
Amrop Names Three New Partners
Global executive search organization Amrop has named Giacomo Santucci, Bruce Walton and Michael Reuter as partners. Mr. Santucci, who joins Amrop ASA in Milan, has significant experience in luxury goods, having worked with numerous brands, including Salvatore Ferragamo, Gucci Group (CEO, industrial operations division and CEO, Gucci Division), Prada (CEO, board member, general manager). Mr.
Zapoint Acquires Jobster
Zapoint, a provider of employee career management and organizational planning solutions, has acquired Jobster from Recruiting.com, Inc. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Founded in 2006, Zapoint is the developer of SkillsMapper, its flagship enterprise solution that gives employers visibility into existing skills and competencies within their workforce. Jobster.com, started in 2004, is
Fastest Rise in U.K. Permanent Placements in Over 10 Years
The number of both permanent and temporary/contract staff appointments made by U.K. recruitment consultancies increased again in March, with growth picking up to the strongest levels since October 1997, according to The Report on Jobs, published by the REC and KPMG. Higher placements were underpinned by a further expansion of permanent staff vacancies, albeit the
3P Consultants Finds CEO for Adani Welspun Exploration
Executive search firm 3P Consultants Pvt. Ltd has placed Atul Sathe as chief executive officer of Adani Welspun Exploration Ltd. (AWEL). Mr. Sathe previously served as CEO of Jubilant Energy. Based in India, Adani Welspun Exploration is an oil & gas exploration & production joint venture company of the multi-billion dollar Adani Group and Welspun
Preston | Reffett Names Managing Director of Government Services
Preston | Reffett, LLC has added Ron Flom as managing director of government services. Mr. Flom joins the firm following a career in both government and military service. Most recently, he served as the associate director for management services, United States Office of Personnel Management (OPM), where he provided leadership over the agency’s human capital,
Heidrick & Struggles Acquires New Zealand-Based Firm
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has acquired Wellington, New Zealand-based firm Bell McCaw Bampfylde. Bell McCaw founder, Lilias Bell, has been named a partner at Heidrick & Struggles and will be based in Wellington. Ms. Bell founded her own leadership firm after a career in the consumer and professional services sectors in
PeopleClick Authoria Adds Human Capital Sales Executive
Peopleclick Authoria, a provider of talent acquisition and talent management solutions, has added Tim Beaumont as senior vice president of sales. With more than 24 years of sales experience in the software and human capital management markets, Mr. Beaumont has served in roles with Resumix, Personic, Inc. and Recruitmax, Inc. (later Vurv Technology, now Taleo).
Sage North America Expands HR Management Software
Sage North America has announced the expansion of its human resource management offerings for the nonprofit and government sector. Two new modules will provide fully integrated HR, employee self-service, payroll, and tax compliance capabilities to small and midsized nonprofits and government agencies who use the Sage MIP Fund Accounting nonprofit financial management software. “With the
Latest Monster Employment Index Reflected Continued Optimism in Job Market
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 one point in March, as employers continued to expand hiring efforts at the end of the first quarter. The annual growth rate in the MEI accelerated in
Cook Associates Expands Financial Service and Insurance Practice
Chicago-based Cook Associates Executive Search has added Kevin Parker as a managing director of the new financial service and insurance practice. Mr. Parker has led search assignments for clients including Principal Financial Group, Wells Fargo, Aviva Investors, Fannie Mae, Wellmark Inc. and Principal Health Insurance, placing senior functional experts in finance, M&A/corporate development, human resources,
Good Search Signs Multi-Service Deal with JumarMarketing
Westport, CT-based executive search firm >The Good Search, LLC, has signed a multi-service agreement with JumarMarketing, LLC, a full-service boutique marketing agency specializing in marketing strategies, brand awareness, web design, web development, and social media and search engine marketing. The partnership includes a customized Search Engine Optimization (SEO) plan, eMarketing and social media initiatives. “Jumar's
CTPartners Appoints Managing Director of New Toronto Office
CTPartners has named Rob Hines as managing partner in its new Toronto office. Mr. Hines has over 10 years of executive search experience backed by a 20-year banking career in the Canadian and North American regional banking arena. In 2002, he started Hines & Company, an executive search firm in Toronto, which was later acquired
Executives Say a Month to Fill Accounting Positions
According to a recent survey, it can take accounting departments at least a month to hire for open positions. Chief financial officers interviewed said it takes an average of four weeks to fill a staff-level role and five weeks to bring a new manager on board. The survey, developed by >Robert Half Finance & Accounting,
Interview: Agilium Worldwide Chairman Discusses Evolving Recruiting Industry
Agilium Worldwide, LLC (formerly World Search Alliance) is an international strategic group of independent, owner managed retained executive search firms with members in virtually every market around the world. Founded in 1984, the Group now has 28 members in 25 countries worldwide. The Group’s new chairman is F. Xavier de Zamacona of DeZaSearch, Mexico City
Boyden Opens Office in Cairo
Boyden has opened a new office in Cairo, Egypt, as part of the firm’s North Africa expansion. The firm has appointed managing partner Francesca d’Arcangeli to lead its Cairo and North Africa operations. Boyden Cairo will provide a client service for the influx of multinationals expanding in Egypt and North Africa, the growth of Egypt’s
Bofa Partners with Hewitt, Plateau Systems, Merrill Lynch and Fidelity
Bank of America will enter into key human resource partnerships with Hewitt Associates, Inc. and Plateau Systems with service starting in 2011 and narrow its relationship with Fidelity in a strategic move to deliver the next generation of human resources capabilities. The bank's new service delivery model uses multiple HR service providers, with one primary
America’s Job Exchange Forms Partnership with BroadBean Technology
America's Job Exchange (AJE), a provider of job search and online recruiting solutions, has partnered with Broadbean Technology, a global provider of job advertisement distribution and candidate response tracking technology. The partnership will allow Broadbean clients to have direct access to the compliance-related distribution and reporting services from America's Job Exchange through their existing Broadbean
HVS Executive Search Adds SVP in NY
HVS Executive Search has named Alison Brody-Smith as senior vice president based in New York. Ms. Brody-Smith has combined experience as a consultant, talent acquisitions director and regional sales manager of 20 years, eight of which were spent in executive recruitment across a broad range of senior management positions in the travel, hospitality and leisure
