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Leathwaite Appoints New Partner
London-based executive search firm Leathwaite has named Tim Dunn as a partner, based between New York and Philadelphia. “Tim brings deep experience and a strong track record of building world-class leadership teams in the high-pressure, high-growth portfolio company environments where our private equity clients invest,” said Hypatia Kingsley, president of the Americas. “His arrival adds tremendous horsepower
How AI Is Reshaping the Talent Pyramid
The professional services talent pyramid is collapsing from the bottom, and AI is forcing the collapse, according to a recent report from Clark R. Beecher, managing partner and co-founder at Beecher Reagan. “For decades, professional services firms have followed the traditional leverage model to deliver work and maximize profitability,” the report said. “The few partners
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.
DRiWaterstone Human Capital Assists WJCT Public Media with CEO Search
DRiWaterstone Human Capital has assisted in the recruitment of Karen Feagins as president and CEO of WJCT Public Media, the independent, community-owned public media organization serving Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia. “Karen represents exactly what we were looking for as the next leader for WJCT Public Media,” said Bill Hendrich, chair of the WJCT Public Media board
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?
Wilton & Bain Expands Interim Management Business
Global executive search and interim leadership firm Wilton & Bain has named Oliver Bentley as partner within its interim management business. He will focus on senior interim appointments across consumer markets in business transformation, technology and digital. “I am delighted to welcome Oliver to Wilton & Bain,” said James Humphreys, managing partner at Wilton & Bain.
Boards Weigh Internal vs. External CEO Candidates in Succession Planning
Choosing between an internal and external CEO candidate is rarely as simple as favoring continuity or change. For boards and executive search firms, the more important question is whether the succession process is anchored to the company’s future mandate and the leadership capabilities required to deliver it. The internal-versus-external CEO debate often starts with a
Pyramind Places New Leader for The International Institute
Following a national search, Falls Church, VA-based executive search firm Pyramind has placed Chad Leahy as the next director of The International Institute. “Chad came to Madrid on September 1 and has begun meeting with Institute staff, familiarizing himself with his new duties, and following the completion of this summer’s improvement projects in the Institute building,”
NPAG Recruits CEO for Dream.Org
Executive search firm NPAG has assisted in the recruitment of Janos Marton as the new CEO for Dream.Org in Oakland, CA. The search was being led by Phuong Quach and Sharon Gertsman. Mr. Marton joined Dream.Org as CEO after spending the past five years leading advocacy work at the organization, where he helped build coalitions and advance
Stevenson Search Partners Expands
Fort Lee, NJ-based Stevenson Search Partners, a global life science executive search firm and a Hunt Scanlon Top 50 ranked search firm, has expanded with the addition of Jim LoSapio to its on-demand talent solutions team as director, business development. “Jim has developed a strong understanding of the unique talent, consulting, and resource challenges facing life sciences organizations
TriSearch Expands Through Strategic Partnership
TriSearch has entered into a strategic partnership with Northwest Talent Solutions founder Nikita R. Steals, who has joined the firm as vice president, client success. The arrangement combines Northwest Talent Solutions’ workforce transformation expertise and entrepreneurial agility with TriSearch’s national recruiting platform, scalable delivery capabilities and highly customized approach to client partnership. Northwest Talent Solutions
Private Equity Takes a Harder Look at Leadership Assessment
Private equity firms examine every line of the financial model and pressure-test the commercial thesis from multiple angles. However, an assessment of the leadership team is often the least rigorous part of diligence. Deal teams will spend weeks validating a revenue forecast and only a matter of hours forming a view on the CEO expected
The Succession Crisis Extends Beyond Small Business
Succession planning has become one of the most pressing leadership issues facing boards as a growing number of senior executives move closer to retirement. For executive search firms, that is creating increased demand for earlier engagement, deeper assessment of internal talent, and more deliberate planning around critical leadership transitions. The challenge is especially acute when
Academic Career & Executive Search Recruits General Counsel for MassArt
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) has recruited Jeannie Barrett as general counsel at Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt). Jennifer Muller, managing partner, led the assignment. Ms. Barrett brings more than 25 years of legal experience in higher education, advising institutions and senior leaders on a wide range of complex legal, operational, governance, and
Lock Search Group Fills Senior Position for Emergent BioSolutions
Toronto-headquartered executive recruitment firm Lock Search Group has assisted in the recruitment of Layton Henderson as vice president and general manager of Emergent BioSolutions’ Winnipeg manufacturing facility. “We’re grateful to celebrate a successful executive placement with our valued partner, Emergent BioSolutions,” Lock Search Group said in a LinkedIn post. “Congratulations to Layton Henderson on his appointment. We’re
Options Group Expands Dubai Office
Options Group has expanded in Dubai office with the additions of Eugenio Chiappini and Ben Prickett as vice presidents. Mr. Chiappini specializes in the private equity and family offices sectors. His addition strengthens the firm’s presence in the Middle East and supports its work with alternative investment firms and private capital clients seeking senior talent. Before
Executive Search Evolves, but Relationships and Judgment Still Matter Most
Executive search is evolving as firms face growing pressure to deliver stronger talent outcomes while providing deeper advisory value to clients and candidates. The most effective search organizations are looking beyond individual assignments to build broader networks, strengthen market intelligence, and create relationships that endure across careers and leadership transitions. That shift is placing renewed
Executive Diligence Takes on Greater Role in Senior-Level Hiring
Executive search increasingly extends beyond assessing experience, leadership style, and cultural fit. For boards and investors, understanding a senior candidate’s background, reputation, and potential risk profile has become an important part of evaluating whether that individual is equipped to lead in a high-stakes environment. That has made investigative diligence a more meaningful component of senior-level
BarkerGilmore Recruits General Counsel for Stanford University
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has recruited Timothy G. Lynch as vice president and general counsel of Stanford University. He succeeds Debra Zumwalt, who announced earlier this year that she would retire after 26 years as Stanford’s vice president and general counsel. BarkerGilmore’s Sarah Sullivan, Brittney McDonough, and
Calibre One Recruits CPO and Chief Technology and Information Officer for Production Resource Group
Calibre One has placed Jennifer Caserta as chief people officer and Joe Simon as chief technology and information officer at PRG (Production Resource Group) in New York City. “We are building PRG for a bigger future, and that means investing across every part of this business: our leadership, crews, talent development, and the equipment, technology and
TRANSEARCH International Adds New Member Firm in Singapore
TRANSEARCH International has expanded in Singapore with the addition of The Executive Collective Asia as its newest member firm. Led by managing partner Angela Roche, the addition further strengths the organization’s executive search and leadership consulting capabilities across the Asia-Pacific region. “Singapore is strategically important to TRANSEARCH not only within Asia-Pacific, but to our global business,”
Beyond the Single AI Path: You Can Have It All
Executive search firms are moving beyond early experimentation with artificial intelligence and focusing more closely on how the technology can support different roles, workflows, and levels of adoption across their organizations. Rather than forcing every user into the same model, firms are increasingly looking for flexible approaches that can improve efficiency while preserving the judgment
Six Trends Driving Private Capital Hiring
Executive hiring across private capital is becoming more complex as firms rethink the leadership capabilities needed to compete in a changing investment environment. Search mandates are broadening beyond traditional dealmaking backgrounds as firms place greater value on operating expertise, technology fluency, capital formation, and experience navigating more difficult market cycles. For executive search firms serving
Shelli Herman and Associates Recruits President and CEO of Mystic Aquarium
Following an extensive national search, Los Angeles-based Shelli Herman and Associates has placed Rachel Metz as the new president and CEO of Mystic Aquarium. She will succeed Susette Tibus, who has led Mystic Aquarium since April 2023 and has been a recognized leading champion for the Aquarium for decades. “Rachel is an accomplished, thoughtful and inspiring leader whose experience
Academic Search Seeking Provost for James Madison University
Education-focused executive recruitment firm Academic Search has been selected by James Madison University to lead in its search for a new provost and senior vice president for academic affairs. Senior consultant Ann Die Hasselmo, consultant Christopher Butler, and associate consultant Kate Cusimano are leading the assignment. The school seeks an innovative and responsive leader to serve as its next provost and senior
ForceBrands Appoints Head of Executive Search
ForceBrands, a hiring and talent solutions partner for the consumer industry, has strengthened its executive search practice with the addition of Brian Waivada. He will lead the team and oversee the practice’s continued expansion. “This appointment builds on the strength and momentum of our executive search practice,” said Rob Ganjon, CEO of ForceBrands. “We’ve spent
Potential vs. Performance: Rethinking the Leadership Pipeline
Being a successful business leader has always been associated with a fast-paced management style, but today more than ever, leaders must constantly adapt and be prepared to navigate rapid change. Leadership roles across organizations of all types have become increasingly complex, requiring the ability to balance competing priorities at the same time. In this environment,
DHR Global Grows Sports Practice with Jobplex’s Acquisition of Ascension Sports Partners
Jobplex, the Chicago-based partner company of DHR Global, has acquired Ascension Sports Partners, an executive search and talent advisory firm specializing in sports, entertainment, and collegiate athletics. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Ascension founder and president Dan Rossetti joins Jobplex as a partner, working alongside DHR’s sports practice. “This acquisition marks an important expansion of
Russell Reynolds Associates Tapped by the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization to Lead CEO Search
Global leadership advisory firm Russell Reynolds Associates has been retained by the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) to lead in its search for a new president and chief executive officer. Andrew Kriegler, its inaugural president and CEO, has informed the board of directors that he will not be seeking a further term. The board has commenced the
The Moran Company Recruits CEO for The Arc of New Mexico
The Moran Company, an executive recruitment firm that specializes in the non-profit sector, has placed Tracie Fletcher as the new executive director of The Arc of New Mexico. Senior search consultant Bruce Scott led the assignment. “Tracie brings a 25-year track record of leadership in non-profit, government, and community organizations,” The Arc of New Mexico said in a
The Bridge Between Talent and Value
In a world where organizations are driven by talent, the executive search industry plays a critical role in identifying and placing top professionals in key positions. From mid-level roles to the C-suite and boards of directors, recruiters serve as the bridge between talent and value across all industries and sectors. But the world of executive
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
Diversified Search Taps New CEO for ISS Facility Services
Philadelphia-based Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson has recruited Sean M. Bond as chief executive officer of ISS Facility Services, Inc. The search was conducted by B.A. MacLean Jr., managing partner of Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson. Mr. Bond was previously president of Platform Solutions for BAE Systems. ISS is a global leader in service solutions to more
Russam GMS Appoints Head of Healthcare Practice
Russam GMS, a U.K.-based provider of interim managers, has added Paul Fleming as head of healthcare to lead its healthcare practice and develop its interim management offering. Russam GMS’s healthcare business has grown significantly in the past year. The company was appointed as supplier to the NHS Commercial Resources Framework and has also given a
HR Dynamics and NextSource Form Partnership
HR Dynamics Inc., an HR consulting, staffing and outsourcing firm, has partnered with nextSource Inc., a New York-based provider of procurement based workforce management solutions. The alliance will provide customers with the combined benefits of nextSource's MSP/VMS services and their experience in providing procurement solutions and HR Dynamics' leadership in the HR consulting, outsourcing and
