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Hunt Scanlon to Host Conferences in New York City and London on AI
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming talent strategy by enabling faster, more precise, and scalable decision-making across the hiring lifecycle. Rather than merely automating tasks, AI is enhancing how companies identify, evaluate, and retain top talent. It allows recruiters and talent leaders to shift their focus from manual processes to higher-level strategy and relationship building. Search
Eastward Partners Appoints Managing Director
New York-based Eastward Partners has expanded with the addition of Brian Ippolito as managing director, strengthening the firm’s focus on placing go-to-market leaders across private equity and venture capital-backed portfolio companies. Mr. Ippolito joins the firm as it continues to scale its consultative model through ECHO—Eastward’s proprietary intelligence platform. “ECHO integrates market data, human capital trends,
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.
Why Succession Planning Is Critical to Reducing Leadership Risk
Most organizations have something they refer to as a succession plan — a spreadsheet, a nine-box grid updated once a year and then put away, or an annual HR review. But very few can answer the question that truly matters: if a critical leader left tomorrow, would the organization be able to keep executing? That’s
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 Chief Medical Officer for Center for Elders’ Independence
Newport Beach, CA-based executive search firm Rokos Group has been selected by Center for Elders’ Independence (CEI) to lead in its search for a chief medical officer. Reporting to the president and CEO, the chief medical officer will serve as CEI’s senior physician executive and a full member of the executive leadership team. This is a strategic
ADK Consulting & Executive Search Assists the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority with CEO Search
ADK Consulting & Executive Search recently assisted in the recruitment of Cris Jensen as the new president and CEO of the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority (RTAA). Rod Dinger led the assignment. “It is my honor to announce the board has chosen Cris Jensen to serve as the next president and CEO, and his contract negotiations are currently underway,” said Shaun Carey, chair of
How CEOs Can Overcome Setbacks and Emerge Stronger
Executive search firms are increasingly being called upon to assess more than a candidate’s track record of growth, transformation, and financial performance. As boards search for CEOs capable of leading through persistent uncertainty, resilience has become a critical component of the leadership profile. Search consultants are placing greater emphasis on how executives have responded to
Occam Global Recruits CFO for eGenesis
New York City-based executive search firm Occam Global has placed Glenn Vraniak as CFO of eGenesis, a biotechnology company developing human-compatible engineered organs for transplantation. “eGenesis is entering a pivotal stage in our evolution as we prepare to advance our programs through clinical development and lay the foundation for future commercialization,” said Mike Curtis, CEO of eGenesis.
Maven Partnership Names Partner and Consultants
Global talent advisory firm Maven Partnership has recently promoted Tom Chambers to partner, Seb Coughlin as consultant, and George Roberts to consultant. “We are delighted to announce the well-deserved promotions of several exceptional individuals here at Maven Partnership, Will Hannaford, chief executive officer. “We’re committed to the growth and development of our people, and it’s fantastic to
The Execution Era: How Transformation Is Reshaping Private Equity
Most PE value creation plans don’t fail on strategy. They fail between the plan and the doing. With longer holds and less forgiving exit windows, delivery discipline is carrying more of the return, according to a new report from Wilton & Bain’s Jack Syred and James Royall. The report reflects patterns Wilton & Bain has
JDG Associates Retained by the Institute for Defense Analyses to Lead VP of Corporate Operations Search
Rockville, MD-based executive search firm JDG Associates has been tapped by the Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) to lead its search for their vice president of corporate operations, based in Alexandria, VA. IDA seeks a seasoned operational and business transformation leader to modernize systems, processes, and service delivery across the organization. Serving as a corporate officer and
Modern Executive Solutions adds Partner to Lead Growth of M1 Talent Community
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has appointed Bria Bass as as partner, where she will lead the continued growth and expansion of the M1 Talent Community across North America and Europe. “Bria brings a rare combination of executive advisory, deep community-building experience, and an exceptional ability to connect leaders in meaningful ways,” said Mark Oppenheimer, CEO
AI Is Rewriting the Executive Hiring Playbook
Insight Partners’ latest research suggests the AI era is creating a new executive hiring playbook. Based on more than 400 executive searches and interviews with over 1,400 leadership candidates, the firm’s talent team argues that many of the characteristics defining today’s strongest product and engineering leaders would have been viewed as weaknesses only a few years
FMG Leading Acquires Market Intelligence And Strategic Advisory Firm BroadBranch Advisors
Human capital advisory firm FMG Leading has acquired market intelligence and strategic advisory firm BroadBranch Advisors. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. “In today’s high-pressure landscape, translating forward-looking intelligence into action faster and more effectively is critical for our clients, especially in the investor-backed healthcare space,” said Matt Brubaker, chairman and CEO of FMG Leading. “By
PARC Street Group Places Chief Operating Officer for Mission Valley Bank
PARC Street Group has assisted in the recruitment Amanda Connell as chief operating officer at Mission Valley Bank. This search was completed by PARC Street Group senior executive search consultant Michelle Davis, executive recruiter Tabassum Nagpurwala, and executive search associate Priscilla Chacon. Ms. Connell brings more than 15 years of progressive leadership experience across community
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Build a New Performance Model for Executive Recruiters
As the executive search industry faces growing pressure to deliver stronger and more consistent results, firms are reassessing how recruiters are trained, developed, and prepared to meet changing client demands. A few months ago, Hunt Scanlon and its HSiQ Talent Intelligence advisory unit introduced the Recruiter Performance Training Program, a practical, execution-focused system designed to
U.S. Payrolls Fall by 23,000 in July as Unemployment Rate Dips to 4.1 Percent
Employment fell by 23,000 in July as the U.S. unemployment rate stood at 4.1 percent, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. The number of unemployed people, at 6.9 million, changed little in July. Among the major worker groups, the unemployment rates for teenagers (12.1 percent) and people who are Hispanic (4.6 percent) declined
Parker Remick Expands with New Partner
Seattle, WA-based Parker Remick has appointed Adam Szepkouski as partner of consulting excellence. The firm explained that this hire reflects a broader push to refine execution and scale delivery as demand for senior technology leaders accelerates. The appointment comes at a time of structural change in technology leadership. AI is reshaping how technology organizations are built and
The Data Migration Paralysis Problem: Why Firms Stay on Old Platforms Too Long
Technology has become a defining competitive advantage for executive search firms, yet many organizations continue to rely on aging platforms that no longer innovate. While artificial intelligence, automation, and data-driven workflows are reshaping the industry, the hesitation to replace legacy systems often leaves firms struggling with inefficiencies that quietly accumulate over time. The greatest obstacle
Recruiterflow Offers Four-Step Playbook for Building an AI-Native Search Firm
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how executive search firms identify talent, manage information, engage candidates, and serve clients. But adopting an AI-powered platform alone does not make a recruiting organization AI-native. The larger challenge is integrating technology across the search lifecycle in ways that improve decision-making, strengthen execution, and allow consultants to devote more attention
Kirk Palmer Associates Recruits Chief Merchandising Officer for Belk
Retail-focused executive search firm Kirk Palmer Associates has helped to recruit Molly Taylor as chief merchandising officer at retailer Belk, where she will lead merchandising strategy and vision across all product categories. Melissa Sussberg and Alexa Liebman led the assignment. Ms. Taylor is a merchandising executive with over 30 years of experience connecting topline vision to bottom-line performance
The Forces Reshaping Executive Search
As organizations face accelerating business transformation, leadership succession, and rapid advances in artificial intelligence, the demands placed on executive search firms continue to evolve. Clients are looking for more than candidate identification—they increasingly expect strategic guidance, deeper market intelligence, and advisors capable of helping them navigate an increasingly complex leadership landscape. Those themes emerged consistently
Bryant Group Fills Senior Position for the University of Washington
Dallas-based executive search and talent development firm Bryant Group has assisted in the recruitment of Justin Michalka as vice president for university development at the University of Washington (UW). The search was led by firm president Chris Bingley. “I’m delighted to welcome Justin to the University of Washington,” said Mary Gresch, senior vice president for university advancement. “He is a
SPMB Expands Financial Officer and Private Equity Practices
SPMB Executive Search has appointed Christy Mihos as a partner in the firm’s financial officer and private equity practices. “Christy is one of the most accomplished CFO search practitioners in the market, and we are thrilled to welcome him to SPMB,” said Dave Mullarkey, managing partner at SPMB. “His track record of advising PE firms and technology companies on
Executive Talent Market Faces New Pressures as AI and Private Equity Reshape Leadership Demand
The executive talent market continues to tighten as private investment accelerates, experienced leaders retire, and organizations compete for executives capable of driving growth and transformation. At the same time, artificial intelligence is changing the capabilities companies expect from senior leaders, while consulting and private equity firms rethink how they build leadership teams and evaluate potential.
Carpenter Legal Search Recruits General Counsel for Park Corporation
Legal recruiting remains an active area for executive search firms as corporations, law firms, government agencies, and other organizations compete for experienced legal talent. Employment of lawyers is projected to grow four percent from 2024 to 2034, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, with approximately 31,500 openings expected each year as employers add
Signium Opens New Office in Hamburg, Germany
Executive search consortium Signium has opened a new office in Hamburg, Germany. The new office is led by Moritz Drerup, managing partner, who joined Signium with more than a decade of executive search experience and a highly focused practice in technology and AI leadership. The Hamburg office represents a natural evolution for Mr. Drerup’s established executive search practice, combining his specialist expertise with the reach,
Executive Search Strategies for Leadership Success
As organizations navigate rapid change, leadership decisions have become increasingly consequential, placing greater pressure on executive search firms to identify candidates who can deliver both immediate impact and long-term value. Success at the highest levels depends on far more than filling a vacancy—it requires a disciplined search strategy that combines market intelligence, rigorous assessment, and
Leverage AI in Your Job Search: When to Use It and When Not To
Artificial intelligence has been changing the way people search for jobs. From optimizing resumes to preparing for interviews, AI has become a valuable resource for candidates looking to streamline the process. The key is knowing how to use it effectively, according to a recent report from New York City headquartered executive search firm Solomon Page. “AI
Hiring Confidence Slows as Employers Steer Economic Headwinds
Employer hiring intentions continue to moderate for the second quarter of 2024, according to the lates ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey. The research is based on data collected from more than 40,000 employers in 41 countries. Used internationally as a bellwether of labor market trends, the Net Employment Outlook (NEO) — calculated by subtracting the percentage of employers who
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
PeopleMatter Launches
PeopleMatter, a software company that provides end-to-end strategic human resource software solutions for small to medium-sized restaurant, hospitality, transportation and convenience stores (c-stores), has launched. The company has been in development throughout the first quarter of 2010, after acquiring Acadia Human Capital Solutions in late 2009. “After an initial strategic development period and successful customer
Korn Ferry Appoints Partner in Board & CEO Services Practice
Korn/Ferry International has added Jane Stevenson as senior client partner in its board and CEO services practice. She will be based out of the firm’s Atlanta office. Ms. Stevenson joins Korn/Ferry from Heidrick & Struggles, where she focused on leadership succession and global search work for CEOs, CMOs, chief innovation officers and board directors for
Talent Alliance Partners with Global Talent in Shanghai
Talent Alliance, Inc. has agreed to definitive terms with Global Talent in Shanghai, China regarding strategic technology and revenue sharing. Under the terms of the agreement, Global Talent will offer the jointly developed RPO platform which was built by combining Talent Alliance's China Talent Exchange and Global Talent's Cloud ATS. Global Talent is a mature
Shortages Persist in Key Roles Despite Available Job Seekers
Manpower Inc. has released the results of its Manpower Talent Shortage Survey, revealing persistent talent shortages in many countries and industry sectors. In the U.S., 14 percent of employers reported having difficulty filling key positions within their organization, down from 19 percent in 2009. Worldwide, 31 percent of employers are experiencing challenges finding the right
Parker Executive Search to Lead Search for NC State
Atlanta-headquartered Parker Executive Search has been selected by North Carolina State University to lead its search for a new athletic director. North Carolina State University is a comprehensive university with more than 31,000 students and nearly 8,000 faculty and staff. Parker Executive Search is a retained search firm that conducts executive searches globally for corporations,
Lawson Software Selected by LSI
Lawson Software has announced that Life-Science Innovations (LSI) has selected Lawson for a multi-application deployment of Lawson Human Capital Management solutions. The implementation will occur in two phases, with the first comprising Lawson Global Human Resources, and Human Resource Management, including core payroll functionality, and the second including Lawson Talent Management. With more than 1,500
Pedersen & Partners Expands into India
Pedersen & Partners has expanded to India and has appointed Avneesh Raghuvanshi as country manager, based in New Delhi. Mr. Raghuvanshi has over 15 years experience in executive search with local and international firms, specializing in CxO level searches. He has successfully completed assignments in sectors such as financial services, telecom, technology and IT having
IIC Partners Adds Marketing/Communications Specialist
IIC Partners has appointed Polly Stewart to the newly created position of marketing and communications director. Ms. Stewart is a former press advisor to two New Zealand prime ministers, foreign correspondent and marketing communications consultant. “The newly expanded position of communications and marketing director shows the importance IIC Partners is placing on delivering top quality
Nosal Partners Taps Head of Worldwide Sales for Silver Peak
Executive recruiter Nosal Partners LLC has recruited Arturo L. Cazares as senior vice president of worldwide sales for Silver Peak Systems, Inc. The position will be based in Santa Clara, California. Mr. Cazares was previously vice president, Americas at Intermec Technologies. The search was conducted by David Nosal, chairman and CEO, and Louis La Rocca,
Manpower Vietnam Partners with TechCombank
Manpower Vietnam, the first 100 percent foreign-invested workforce solutions firm in the country, has announced an expansion of its agreement with Techcombank to provide innovative end-to-end Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) services to help the company achieve its growth and expansion strategy and increasing need for high-quality talent. As part of the two-year contract, Manpower will
Bullhorn Implemented by Greythorn
Bullhorn, a global provider of on demand front office staffing and recruitment software, has been implemented by IT and telecommunications recruiter Greythorn. Bullhorn’s front office staffing system will manage communication with candidates, colleagues, and clients from one system. “The software is intuitive and closely aligned to our business processes. We expect it to increase productivity
EuroSearch and Signium France Merge
AESC members Eurosearch & Associates and Signium International France in Paris merged to create a new firm that combines worldwide search expertise and a comprehensive management consulting team that strengthens its presence and offerings in France. Marc Pagezy has been appointed CEO of the new entity which brings together 10 consultants in Paris. Paul Rossignol
