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ON Partners Recruits CEO for Polaris Electro-Optics
ON Partners’ Bryan Buck and Alex Pelak recently placed Morten Nissov as the new CEO of Polaris Electro-Optics, a developer of next-generation optical modulators for bandwidth- and power-constrained interconnects. The company recently closed its Series A funding round, led by Koch Disruptive Technologies (KDT). KDT is the investment arm of Koch and is renowned for supporting high-growth companies that
Summit Search Group Expands in Winnipeg
Ontario-headquartered executive recruiting firm Summit Search Group has expanded with the addition of Erin Steeves to Prairies team as a recruitment coordinator. Based in Winnipeg, she will focus on recruitment across Manitoba and Saskatchewan. Over the past year, Summit Search Group has experienced strong momentum in the Prairies, driven by great client partnerships and increasing demand for
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.
Potrero Group Currently Seeking Executive Director for The Pisgah Conservancy
San Francisco-based leadership consulting and search firm Potrero Group is currently leading the executive director search for The Pisgah Conservancy. Senior consultant Jena Kuznik is leading the assignment. The executive director serves as TPC’s chief executive and is the primary steward of its mission, culture, and long-term vision. This is an opportunity to lead a respected conservation organization
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?
Charles Aris Appoints Senior Practice Leader
Greensboro, NC-based executive search firm Charles Aris Executive Search has expanded with the recent addition of Scott Kennedy as senior practice leader. He will lead CFO and senior finance executive searches for growth-oriented and sponsor-backed companies, with a particular focus on software, technology and TMT. Over more than a decade in executive search, Mr. Kennedy has worked on
Talent Alignment: Why Human Capital Must Be Central to Business Strategy
While growth is expected to strengthen a business, many organizations eventually reach a point where the opposite appears to be true. Decision-making slows, accountability becomes less defined, and initiatives begin to lose momentum. Leaders begin wondering whether they need different people, a recent report from Ascentria Search Partners explained. Sometimes they do, but not always. But
Isaacson, Miller Recruits 17th President for Virginia Tech
Boston-based Isaacson, Miller has assisted in the recruitment of Richard Linton as the 17th president of Virginia Tech. He succeeds Tim Sands, who announced his resignation in April. Greg Esposito and Julie Filizetti led the search with Kristen Andersen, Raul Bernal, Victoria Castillo, and Gabrielle Nayar. “Virginia Tech is poised to make a generational leap as a
NU Advisory Partners Recruits Chief Marketing Officer for Paula’s Choice
NU Advisory Partners has placed Sheila Shekar Pollak as chief marketing officer of Paula’s Choice. The search was led by Libby Naumes, Penina Remler, and Kelsey Kelly. Ms. Shekar Pollak brings more than 20 years of marketing and brand leadership experience across consumer, beauty, apparel, and outdoor brands. Most recently, she served as chief marketing officer
Modern Executive Solutions Names New Leader to Drive M1 Technology Community Expansion
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Joan Rohs as senior partner, M1 Technology Community. “We’re building an integrated network that connects exceptional leaders, brings together the right expertise, and helps prepare executives for a world being reshaped by AI,” said Mark Oppenheimer, CEO of Modern Executive Solutions. “Joan brings an extraordinary
StevenDouglas Expands HR Practice
StevenDouglas recently expanded with the addition of Brittney Molitor as a director, human resources search. “Brittney takes a highly consultative approach to search, focusing on both the capabilities required for a role and the cultural alignment needed for long-term success,” StevenDouglas said in a LinkedIn post. “She is passionate about building genuine relationships with clients
Insight Partners Launches Empower to Prepare CIOs for Board Roles
AI and software investor Insight Partners has launched Empower, a program that helps Global 2000 CIOs plan and prepare for board seats, startup advisory positions and other portfolio-career paths while they are still in their operating roles. Empower launches with 10 delivery partners, including Diligent, Heidrick & Struggles, Riviera Partners, and Global Mentors Group, and has
Brettschneider Executive Search Tapped by William Paterson University to Find Next Provost
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been retained by William Paterson University (WP) to lead in its search for a provost and senior vice president for academic affairs. Reporting to president Richard J. Helldobler, the provost will serve as chief academic officer and as a visible, collaborative partner to the president, cabinet, deans, and faculty governance bodies.
Klein Hersh Recruits President and CEO for Shenandoah Therapeutics
Klein Hersh, a search firm focused on the life sciences and healthcare industries, has placed Steve Worland as president, CEO and a member of the board of directors at Shenandoah Therapeutics. Co-founder and founding CEO Isabella Graef, has transitioned to chief scientific officer and will continue to lead Shenandoah’s scientific strategy. “I’m delighted to welcome
Harris Search Associates Seeking Research Leader for Texas A&M Semiconductor Institute
Harris Search Associates is currently seeking the inaugural director of research for Texas A&M Semiconductor Institute (TSI). Jeffrey Harris and Richard Skinner are leading the assignment. Working in close partnership with the TSI Director and other Institute leaders, the director of research serves as a catalyst to refine and evolve the TSI’s research strategy, focused on large-scale academic-industry-government private
BarkerGilmore Names Senior Director
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, recently expanded with the addition of Jesus Meraz as senior director. He brings a unique combination of leadership experience, legal training, and strategic business insight to the firm’s executive search practice. His career has been defined by helping organizations identify, attract, and develop
Revenge Quitting Creates New Challenges for Recruiters
You spend weeks helping a team find the right person. A few months later, that same role lands back on your desk because the employee has resigned. Now the position is urgent, the hiring manager wants a replacement right away, and the pressure is coming from every direction. When exits like this occur at particularly
Peña Search Seeking Chief Strategy Officer for Housing Forward
Peña Search was recently retained by Housing Forward to lead in its hunt for a chief strategy officer. Travis Hillier is leading the assignment. Reporting to the president and CEO, the chief strategy officer will serve as Housing Forward’s chief strategist and a member of the executive leadership team. The CSO will oversee the teams
Nexus Search Partners Recruits CEO for Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region
Nexus Search Partners, an executive search and advisory firm in Charlotte, NC, has assisted in the recruitment of Bryant Owens as the new CEO of Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region. He will succeed Laura Belcher, who has served the organization with distinction for more than 12 years. Owens will become the sixth CEO
Charles Aris Launches Interim Search Business
Organizations are increasingly turning to flexible leadership solutions to navigate periods of change, execute strategic initiatives and drive value creation, especially in private equity. In response to this growing demand, Greensboro, NC-based executive search firm Charles Aris Executive Search has launched Charles Aris Interim Solutions, a new division dedicated to connecting organizations with experienced independent talent for interim
Taurean Establishes Investment Search Practice
Taurean recently launched an investment search practice with the addition of Paige Ware as principal in Los Angeles. The practice serves private markets firms across asset classes. “We help these firms shape and build their capital raising and investor relations, origination, and deal teams, and place corporate development leaders into their portfolio companies,” Taurean said in a
The Chief Commercial Officer: Driving Private Equity Value Creation
As private equity firms place greater emphasis on organic growth, commercial leadership is taking on a more central role in value creation. The chief commercial officer (CCO) has become one of the most important post-acquisition hires for private equity sponsors, according to a recent report from Spencer Stuart’s Dave Vidor. As extended hold periods and
The Tolan Group Recruits CEO for U.S. Mobile Health Exams
The Tolan Group (TTG) has placed Eric Hepburn as CEO at U.S. Mobile Health Exams (USMHE) in Jacksonville, FL. He brings more than 30 years of experience in executive leadership, business operations, strategic growth, and organizational transformation. Mr. Hepburn’s appointment brings USMHE an experienced executive with a track record of strengthening business operations, developing scalable
Cooper Coleman Leading CFO Search for Jacksonville Zoological Society
Cooper Coleman LLC has been retained by Jacksonville Zoological Society, Inc. to conduct a national search for its next CFO. “Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens has an ambitious vision for its future, and its next CFO will help shape how those plans move forward,” said Johnny Cooper, founder and CEO of Cooper Coleman. “We’re looking for someone
The Christopher Group Tapped by MITRE for Head of Total Rewards Search
The Christopher Group (TCG), a boutique HR executive search and business solutions recruiting firm, has been selected by MITRE to lead in its search for a head of total rewards. The search is being led by managing partner Ayla Maloney and recruiting director Kat Kilkenney. “This is an incredibly exciting opportunity for a total rewards leader who wants to make
True Establishes Dedicated Private Credit Practice
Global executive talent platform True has launched a dedicated private credit practice, led by Rick Bank, managing director and head of the private credit and private equity practices. The launch comes as private credit enters a significant credit cycle, with 67 percent of portfolio managers citing greater competition and 64 percent citing defaults and credit losses as
Inside the Decisions That Shape Hiring and Careers
Hiring and leadership decisions continue to play an increasingly important role in shaping both individual careers and organizational performance. As companies navigate tighter talent markets, rapid technological change, and evolving expectations around leadership, greater attention is being placed on how executives identify high performers, assess potential, and make decisions about who is ready for greater
ON Partners Recruits Board Members for Artisan Industries
Partners Seth Harris and Shawn Oglesbee of ON Partners have assisted in the recruitment of Stephen S. Schwartz and Gary A. Doyon as new members of the board of directors of Artisan Industries. The addition of two independent directors strengthens the company’s governance and strategic leadership, as Artisan expands its core technologies into high-growth markets, including specialty chemicals, PFAS removal, drug
Reffett Associates Seeking Vice President of Development for the Army Historical Foundation
WA-based Reffett Associates was recently retained by the Army Historical Foundation to recruit its next vice president of development. The Army Historical Foundation is the non-profit organization that supports the National Museum of the United States Army, which honors the service and sacrifice of American soldiers throughout the Army’s history. The vice president of development will play
DHR Global Expands Middle East and Africa Presence
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has expanded with the addition of Michael Patrick Okumu-Ringa as managing partner, Middle East and Africa. Based in Dubai, he will lead the expansion of DHR’s regional business, building its team and strengthening its executive search and leadership advisory capabilities while connecting regional clients with international talent in partnership with DHR’s London office. “The
A Look at the Landscape for Hiring a PE Operating Company CEO
Leaders of private equity firms looking to hire a portfolio-business CEO have a great deal to consider. The U.S. PE talent landscape is changing dramatically in real time, due to multiple forces related to economics, industry, and consumer habits, according to a recent report from Heidrick & Struggles’ Jason Henderson and Amanda Worthington. “They’re all
HireVue Closes $5 Million in Funding
Video interviewing provider HireVue has closed series B financing totaling $5 million. The round was led by new investor, Granite Ventures, with participation from previous investors, including JCP Capital. “The perfect hiring process should be empowering to a company and its candidates rather than feeling like a necessary burden,” said Mark Newman, CEO and co-founder
Preston | Reffett Leading Chief HR Officer Search for Ahold USA
Preston | Reffett, LLC has been retained to conduct a search for a chief human resources officer for Ahold USA, a $20 billion supermarket company on the East Coast. Managing partner, Gary Preston, will lead the search engagement. Preston | Reffett, LLC, is a retained firm with offices in Seattle, Philadelphia, New York City, Buffalo,
AESC Adds Five Member Firms
The Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) has added The Albertini Group, DeZaSearch, Miller Black Associates, TASA Worldwide Peru and Vision Executive Search as its newest member firms. Based in Dallas, The Albertini Group serves the technology, telecommunications, medical device, education, and consumer sectors. Based in Mexico City, DeZaSearch provides executive recruitment services for multinational
Cole, Warren & Long Expands Banking Practice
Executive search firm Cole, Warren & Long, Inc. has announced the expansion of its banking practice to include senior compliance positions. Two former executive vice presidents of MBNA America Bank will be working with the firm in this effort. They are J. Douglas Hazelton, who held a number of senior positions at MBNA America Bank,
Motion HR and Talent Technology Corp. Join Forces
Motion HR, LLC, the global HRIT consulting services company, has formed an alliance with Talent Technology Corporation, a provider of component recruiting technologies for the recruiting/staffing industry and corporate HR departments. The partnership will deliver a subscription recruiting solution powered by Oracle E-Business Suite's iRecruitment software and Talent Technology's resume mirror extraction, search, and job
SucessFactors Records 27 Percent Revenue Jump
SuccessFactors, Inc./(NASDAQ:SFSF) has posted second quarter revenues of $46.8 million, an increase of 27 percent, compared to $36.9 million in the second quarter of last year. The company recorded a net loss was $4.5 million, or six cents per share, compared to a net loss was $2.3 million, or four cents per share, a year
Pedersen & Partners Adds Consultant in Greece
Pedersen & Partners has added Yannis Nakopoulos as a senior consultant in Greece. In his new role, Mr. Nakopoulos will be responsible for managing client relationships and executing senior level recruitment assignments across Pedersen & Partners’ organization, and developing the energy and clean technology sector within the industrial practice group. Mr. Nakopoulos brings a wealth
Cook Associates Finds New Marketing VP for Aviva
Chicago-based Cook Associates Executive Search has recruited Nag Odekar as vice president of consumer marketing at Aviva USA. Most recently, Mr. Odekar was the director of brand strategy and advertising for Northwestern Mutual. Aviva USA is part of Aviva plc, the fifth largest insurer in the world. Aviva USA is a sales leader of fixed
Kenexa Acquires Centre for High Performance Development
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has acquired The Centre for High Performance Development (Holdings) Limited (CHPD). Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed. CHPD's research on leadership development and training will add to Kenexa's existing research and content portfolio. Founded in 1996 and with offices in London and
Horton Adds De Man & Partners in Amsterdam
Horton International has added De Man & Partners of The Netherlands to its global roster of affiliates. The firm, which will operate out of Amsterdam, was established in 1984 by Ton van der Weegen “At De Man & Partners, we are looking forward to working with our Horton International Partners, located in 26 countries around
Dice Posts 11 Percent Revenue Gain
Dice Holdings, Inc./(NYSE:DHX), a career website for technology and engineering professionals, has recorded revenues of $29.9 million for the quarter ended June 30, 20010, an increase of 11 percent from $27 million in the comparable quarter of 2009. Recruitment activity increased at each of our online brands led by Dice.com and eFinancialCareers.com, which saw revenues
TRANSEARCH Adds Four Consultants
TRANSEARCH International has added Manisha Deva, Keiichi Iso, Richard Guest and Lars Tegelberg to its New Delhi, Tokyo, Dubai and Gothenburg offices. Ms. Deva is a senior partner in the New Delhi office and will serve as a member of the firm’s financial services practice. She built up a sales and business development background in
Allen & York Opens New Office in Melbourne
Executive recruiters Allen & York has opened a new office in Melbourne, Australia. “Our international focus has seen our operations move into Australia, Middle East, Europe, Asia and South Africa which is why we feel that it is the right time to spread our expertise to help our clients on the ground with all their
Pinstripe Adds New EVP
Pinstripe, Inc., a human resources and recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) company, has appointed Angela Hills as executive vice president and leader of commercial business. “Angela’s talent management expertise enhances Pinstripe’s existing suite of services with a valuable new skill set. Her specific focus on talent management within the human capital space will add another dimension
Saba Posts 15.9 Percent Revenue Increase
Saba/(NASDAQ:SABA), a provider of human capital management (HCM) solutions, has posted revenues of $29.6 million for the fourth quarter ended May 31, 2010, an increase of 15.9 percent compared to revenues of $25.6 million in the same period of the prior year. The company reported net income of $777,000, or three cents a share, compared
Russell Reynolds Completes Ceo Search For People’s United Financial
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has placed John P. Barnes as president, chief executive officer and a member of the board of directors at People's United Financial Inc. Mr. Barnes was also named president, CEO and a director of the company's subsidiary, People's United Bank. The company's announcement follows an extensive
DHR Adds Recruiters in Atlanta and Beijing
DHR International has added Clyde Stutts as executive vice president in the firm’s Atlanta office and Kitty Vorisek to start a Beijing office for the firm. Mr. Stutts has over 25 years of experience leading HR and support functions for companies in the branded retail, wholesale, and manufacturing industries. Prior to DHR, Mr. Stutts was
Nosal Partners Places Chief Marketing Officer at Samsung
Executive recruiter Nosal Partners LLC has recruited Ralph Santana as senior vice president and chief marketing officer for Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Mr. Santana was previously vice president of marketing at PepsiCo North America. The search was conducted by David Nosal, chairman and CEO, and Bob Kobayashi, managing partner, at Nosal Partners. Samsung Electronics Co.,
Bond and Newbury Form Alliance
Recruitment software provider Bond International Software and Newbury Consulting Group, a leading consultancy for Oracle's PeopleSoft Staffing applications, have announced a partnership to integrate and cross-market their respective products and services. This partnership will allow clients of both companies to integrate the Bond Adapt Staffing front-office solution with the PeopleSoft Staffing back-office system that encompasses
Futurestep Appoints VP of RPO and Recruitment Solutions
Futurestep, a Korn/Ferry International company that provides talent acquisition solutions, has appointed Jeanne MacDonald as vice president and general manager, Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) and recruitment solutions, U.S. In her role, Ms. MacDonald will provide operational leadership and oversee the strategic development and growth of Futurestep's RPO and recruitment projects business in the U.S. Prior
Halogen Software Creates Job Description Builder
Halogen Software has created Job Description Builder, a solution to include job descriptions as part of the performance management workflow. This new offering helps HT execs make sure their strategies are current, relevant and integrated with all organizational performance management processes. Job Description Builder comes with a wide range of sample job descriptions that span
Amrop Names Five New Partners
Global executive search firm Amrop has assigned five new partners to its network. Marcello Fontana joins Amrop in Milan after more than 25 years in management consulting. His career includes roles as associate director HR & change practice at PwC; director change management at Watson Wyatt; and partner at Boyden International. Mr. Fontana’s expertise stretches
Robert Half Posts Three Percent Revenue Gain
Robert Half International Inc./(NYSE:RHI) has posted second quarter 2010 revenues of $769.1 million, a three percent increase from revenues of $749.9 million in the second quarter of 2009. During the second quarter ended June 30, net income was 11.7 million, or eight cents per share, compared with $4.8 million, or three cents per share, in
CareerBuilder Unveils MiracleWorkers.com
CareerBuilder has launched MiracleWorkers.com, a site that connects healthcare organizations and qualified workers. CareerBuilder's mid-year healthcare forecast said that 44 percent of healthcare organizations plan to hire new employees in the next six months. The survey was conducted among more than 270 healthcare employers. MiracleWorkers.com uses a wide network of specialized health care job sites,
IIC Partners Adds Chadick Ellig as Newest Member
IIC Partners has added New York City-based Chadick Ellig to its network giving the organization a total of 50 member firms across 35 countries. Chadick Ellig’s clients range in size from Fortune 500 corporations to mid-cap and private entrepreneurial companies; over 50 percent of its placements are diversity hires. “IIC Partners’ members operate at the
Russell Reynolds Associates Selected by Central Vermont Public Service
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has been retained by Central Vermont Public Service to lead in its search for a new president. Bob Young, who as president led Central Vermont Public Service through a cultural, service and environmental transformation, has announced his retirement. He will remain as chairman, president and CEO
Amrop Names Five New Partners
Global executive search organization Amrop has named five new partners to its global team of professional consultants. Daniel Soh has joined as a director in Singapore. Mr. Soh has more than a decade of experience, successfully leading senior-level search assignments for general management roles based in Southeast Asia, Greater China, Japan, Korea, India, and Australia.
Major, Lindsey & Africa Names Managing Director
Legal search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa has added Suzy O’Keefe as a managing director in the associate practice group in its London office. Ms. O’Keefe will focus on placing high quality lawyers into leading U.K. and U.S. law firms in London. Prior to joining MLA, Ms. O’Keefe worked as a consultant at Hudson Global
Korn Ferry Adds Senior Partner
Korn/Ferry International has named Jane Marcus as a senior client partner and a leader in the North American asset management practice. She will be based out of Korn/Ferry's New York office, while working with clients throughout North America. Ms. Marcus joins Korn/Ferry after more than 10 years at Heidrick & Struggles, where she worked extensively
McDermott & Bull Recruits Chief People Officer for Think Together
Irvine, CA-based McDermott & Bull has placed Beccie Dawson as chief people officer for THINK Together. Prior to joining THINK Together, Ms. Dawson was a general manager at American Correctional Solutions, Inc. THINK Together is one of California’s leading and largest providers of after-school programs serving 50,000 students at more than 200 schools and community
Taleo Launches Talent Intelligence for Small and Medium Businesses
Taleo, a provider of on demand talent management solutions, has launched Taleo Business Edition Insight, an analytics solution to provide executives with visibility into their workforces to proactively manage their business. With Taleo Insight, companies can get a real-time look at the people resources they have — and determine the ones that they need —
