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PierceGray Tapped by Alliance Markets & Vending to Fill Senior Post
PierceGray has been selected by Alliance Markets & Vending to lead in its search for a new controller. With plans to accelerate the growth and profitability of the business, Alliance seeks to hire a controller to build and lead the accounting function including all technical accounting, policies and procedures, audit compliance, and reporting, and the financial
HVS Executive Search Names CEO
Global hospitality consulting firm HVS Executive Search has appointed Alice Sherman as CEO, beginning January 1, 2026. After more than 35 years in the retained executive search industry—including 12 years as CEO of HVS Executive Search—Court Williams will be retiring from his role. To ensure a seamless leadership transition and continued support for the company’s clients and team,
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
Conviction And Speed To Drive M&A Deals In 2024
The M&A market has always operated in a boom/bust cycle of expansion and contraction. And the last couple of years have been no exception. According to Bain & Company’s latest Global M&A Report, rising interest rates among other factors represented a significant obstacle for dealmakers. But the biggest hurdle according to the consultancy was the valuation gap between
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
Kenexa and HireRight Form Alliance
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has formed a partnership with HireRight, a provider of on-demand employment screening solutions. The alliance will provide integrated employment screening services within Kenexa's on-demand talent management solutions for global organizations. HireRight's services and screening program management features will be built into Kenexa 2x BrassRing
Lonergan Partners Places CEO at CS-Keys, Inc.
Executive search firm Lonergan Partners has recruited Robert Feeney, Ph.D. as chief executive officer of CS-Keys, Inc. The search was led by Mark Reiff. Dr. Feeney most recently served as vice president of business development for NeoGenomics Laboratories. “We were pleased to work with the investors, founders, and the board of CS-Keys. Their commitment to
NoblePlans and Tango to Provide Recruitment Solutions for Nonprofits
NoblePlans, an end-to-end recruitment provider, partnered with TANGO (The Alliance for Non-profit Growth & Opportunity) to offer a portfolio of affordable recruitment solutions and services, including the deployment and management of a charter career job board on the TANGO website exclusively for nonprofits. “We are energized to be partnering with TANGO to bring affordable staffing
Kforce Posts Slight Revenue Gain
Kforce Inc./(NASDAQ:KFRC), a provider of professional staffing services and solutions, has announced first quarter of 2009 revenue of $226.7 million, a increase of 0.9 percent from $231.3 million in revenues a year ago. The company earned $2.7 million, or seven cents per diluted share, in the period ended March 31, compared to net income of
Korn Ferry Leads Search for Hawaiian Electric Industries
Korn/Ferry International has been chosen by Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc. to conduct a nationwide search for a new president of its subsidiary American Savings Bank. Serving Hawaii’s businesses and communities for more than 80 years, American Savings Bank provides a full range of financial products and services, including commercial and consumer banking, and insurance and
Anderson & Associates Adds Consultant; Opens Midwest Office
Charlotte, NC-based executive search firm Anderson & Associates has added Richard Jarman as a search consultant. Mr. Jarman will open a Midwest office for the firm and will be located in Kansas City. Mr. Jarmen most recently served as president of Columbian Tech Tank, the largest division of CST Industries. He has held leadership positions
SuccessFactors Posts 24 Percent Revenue Jump; Acquires CubeTree
SuccessFactors, Inc./(NASDAQ:SFSF) has posted first quarter revenues of $43.8 million, an increase of 24 percent, compared to $35.2 million in the same period a year ago. The company posted a net loss of $4.7 million, or six cents a share, compared with a loss of $5.7 million, or 10 cents a share last year. “Something
Ceridian Releases Hire ACT Incentives Estimator
Ceridian Corporation, a provider of managed HR, employee benefits administration, tax filing and payroll outsourcing solutions, has released its HIRE Act Incentives Estimator. The Estimator is a PDF-based calculator that can be used by employers to help determine potential tax benefits available to them under the Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment Act of 2010. “The
Interview: Hire Authority’s Carol Quinn Discusses How To Find Top Talent (part 2)
Carol Quinn is an expert on interviewing and hiring high performers. She is the founder and president of Hire Authority and has more than 25 years experience in the corporate world. Ms. Quinn is dynamic, innovative, inspirational, and gifted at helping people breakthrough self-imposed limitations. Ms. Quinn offers several distinctively different keynote presentations, as well
Harvey Nash Expands in Norway with Bjerke & Luther
Harvey Nash has acquired a majority interest in one of Norway's leading executive search, assessment and technical recruitment companies, Bjerke & Luther AS. Bjerke & Luther, based in Oslo, will expand Harvey Nash's Nordic/Scandinavian business, Harvey Nash Alumni. The Group has also recently established a new office in Helsinki comprising two recruiters to complete its
CarterBaldwin Adds Former Thomson Reuters SVP
Atlanta-headquartered CarterBaldwin Executive Search has added David Clapp as partner. Mr. Clapp previously served as SVP and general manager in the tax and accounting division at Thomson Reuters. He joined Thomson Reuters as one of several founders of Tax Partners, LLC, acquired by Thomson in 2005. Prior to founding Tax Partners, he held marketing and
Nosal Partners Recruits CFO for Palo Alto Networks
Executive recruiter Nosal Partners LLC has placed Michael E. Lehman as chief financial officer for Palo Alto Networks, a network security company. Mr. Lehman was previously executive vice president and CFO of corporate resources for Sun Microsystems, Inc. The search was conducted by David Nosal, chairman and CEO, and Punit Aggarwal, partner. Headquartered in San
CDI Corp. Posts 8 Percent Revenue Decline; MRI Down 1.8 Percent
CDI Corp./(NYSE:CDI), a Philadelphia-based provider of IT-focused recruitment solutions, posted first quarter revenues of $209.9 million, a decrease of 8.2 percent from revenues of $228.7 million a year ago. During the quarter, the company reported a net loss of $0.2 million, or one cent per diluted share, versus a net loss of $0.9 million, or
Bullhorn Implements VoiceScreener Application
HarQen, a web-telephony company, has completed integration of its VoiceScreener application into the Bullhorn Applicant Tracking System (ATS). HarQen's VoiceScreener shortens hiring cycles and improves the opportunity for candidates to differentiate themselves to hiring managers. VoiceScreener allows recruiters to submit selected answers from a voice-based interview along with a candidate's resume. “HarQen's VoiceScreener is precisely
LSC Seeks Executive Search Firm to Assist in Recruitment of New President
The Legal Services Corporation (LSC) has initiated a search for a new president. Board chairman John G. Levi of Chicago is overseeing the nationwide search. LSC has posted a “Request for Proposals for Executive Search Services in Connection With the Hiring of an LSC President” on the company’s website. Executive search firms are asked to
Monster Posts 19 Percent Revenue Decline; Adds Board Members
Monster Worldwide, Inc./(NYSE:MWW) has posted revenues of $215.3 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2010, compared with $254.4 million in the comparable quarter of 2009, a 16 percent decline. Revenue from North America dropped 19 percent to $97 million, from $119.2 million last year. International revenue decreased 17 percent to $85.6 million, from
Right Management Launches Online Career Management Platform
Right Management has introduced RightEverywhere, a new web portal that will aid individuals in career transition. Integrated with its outplacement solution, RightChoice, the portal gives candidates a flexible, collaborative and personalized career management tool. The online knowledge platform gives candidates access to the people, information and job opportunities needed to achieve career success. Right Management
WorkScape Selected by Global Imaging Systems
Workscape, Inc., a provider of integrated HR solutions and services, has confirmed that Global Imaging Systems, a wholly owned subsidiary of Xerox, has selected the Workscape Outsourced Benefits Administration (OBA) solution to reduce health benefits costs without sacrificing employee satisfaction. Workscape OBA, which consists of Web-based self-service applications, integrated modeling tools, and 24×7 on-shore phone
