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Artico Search Adds New Partner
Artico Search has expanded with the addition of Glenn Zweig as partner. “Glenn represents exactly the kind of partner we want at Artico,” said Mercedes Chatfield-Taylor, CEO and co-founder of Artico Search. “He shares our client-first mindset and our conviction that excellence in leadership search means going far deeper than filling a role. His background scaling
Klein Hersh Assists Artios Pharma with CEO Search
Horsham, PA-based Klein Hersh, a search firm focused on the life sciences and healthcare industries, has helped to recruit Mike Andriole as director and CEO of Artios Pharma, a biopharmaceutical company committed to realizing the therapeutic power of targeting the DNA damage response (DDR) in cancer. He succeeds Niall Martin, Artios’ founding CEO, who will remain
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.
Vetted Solutions Recruits CEO for GO2 for Lung Cancer
Washington, D.C.-based Vetted Solutions has placed David Benson as the new CEO of GO2 for Lung Cancer. “David is an exceptional leader with a deep commitment to improving the lives of people affected by cancer,” said GO2 board president Rick Sherlock. “His collaborative leadership style, strategic vision, and ability to build meaningful partnerships make him the right
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?
TalentRise Assists Grassroots Gardens of WNY with Executive Director Search
TalentRise has assisted in the recruitment of Megan Kelly as the new executive director of Grassroots Gardens of WNY. “We’re thrilled to announce Meg Kelly as the new executive director of Grassroots Gardens WNY,” the organization said. “Meg brings experience to our garden network from her work with the region’s business and entrepreneurship community, and enters
Private Equity Firms Rethink Executive Hiring for Future Growth
PE investors routinely underwrite businesses based on their future state. For example, an investment thesis may assume a restaurant company will double its unit count, accelerate franchising, expand geographically, complete acquisitions, improve margins, or become significantly more institutionalized during the hold period. Executive hiring, however, often remains anchored to the present, according to a new
ON Partners Recruits CFO for Fortera
Partners Josh Nathanson and Chris Clements along with principal Alexis Rohe of ON Partners have placed Albert Luu as the new CFO of cement manufacturer Fortera in San Jose, CA. “Fortera is at a stage where the work we’ve done to prove the technology now has to be matched by our ability to finance and execute at scale,”
BoardWalk Consulting Assists Downtown Atlanta with CEO Search
BoardWalk Consulting has recruited Kyle Waide as the new CEO of Downtown Atlanta Inc. (DAI) to lead in its search for a CEO. The search was led by Sam Pettway, Crystal Stephens, and Patti Kish. The search committee began its work in April of 2026 under the leadership of Egbert Perry, CEO, Integral Group; longtime member of CAP and
SearchWide Global Recruits President and CEO for Visit California
SearchWide Global has helped to recruit Julie Coker as the new president and CEO of Visit California. She succeeds longtime leader Caroline Beteta, who announced her retirement earlier this year. The assignment was led by Mike Gamble, chairman, CEO, and co-founder of SearchWide. The appointment is the culmination of a comprehensive global search conducted in partnership
JM Search Expands Search Team
JM Search, a senior-level talent provider serving private equity investors, portfolio companies, and Fortune 1000s, has expanded with the additions of Amber Shockey as partner within its legal practice and Curtis Walker as principal within its media & telecommunications team. “Continued private equity investment across legal services, legal-adjacent businesses, and professional sports is elevating the importance of
Interim or Executive Search? Choosing the Right Leadership Solution
Interim leadership has moved well beyond being a stopgap solution for unexpected vacancies. As organizations face greater complexity, faster strategic shifts, and mounting pressure to deliver results, boards and CEOs are increasingly turning to experienced interim leaders as a flexible way to maintain momentum and address critical business needs. For executive search firms, that shift
Funk Associates Assists the University of North Florida with the Recruitment of Eighth President
Funk Associates has assisted in the recruitment of Michael P. Shannon as the eighth president of the University of North Florida (UNF). Past president Moez Limayem stepped down from his position in early 2026. “Mike Shannon is the leader who can build on UNF’s strong momentum and continue to elevate the University’s incredible impact across our
DHR Global Recruits President of Business Operations for the Pittsburgh Penguins
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has placed Marcel Braithwaite as president of business operations for the Pittsburgh Penguins. This search was led by Mike Gagliardi and Glenn Sugiyama of DHR’s sports practice. “Marcel is going to be a transformational hire for one of the NHL’s premier teams,” said Mr. Sugiyama, managing partner of DHR’s sports practice. “I had the
Mercuri Urval Expands International Public and ESG Expert Practice
Stockholm, Sweden-based executive search firm Mercuri Urval (MU) has expanded with the addition of former Danish government minister Astrid Krag to its international public and ESG expert practice. “With Astrid’s extensive experience in international public affairs, strong commitment to ESG and sustainability, and deep understanding of life sciences, she brings a valuable combination of expertise and
ZRG Partners Acquires N2Growth’s Spain Business
ZRG Partners has entered the Spanish market through the acquisition of the business formerly known as Blacksmith that had been doing business since 2023 under the umbrella of N2Growth. Through this integration, ZRG enters the Spanish market with an established local team and the goal of offering Spanish and international clients agile, high-touch advisory backed by
Family Offices Move Into Human Capital M&A
Altss’ latest ranking, The 50 Largest Family Offices in the World (2026), illustrates the scale family capital has reached. The 50 largest offices collectively manage an estimated $2.4 trillion, with the top 10 controlling more than $1.5 trillion. Twenty-eight of the top 50 are headquartered in North America, while private equity represents their largest average portfolio allocation
The Leadership Pipeline Crisis: AI’s Hidden Cost
Companies everywhere are celebrating leaner teams, faster execution, and higher productivity thanks to AI, according to HIRECLOUT. From a business perspective, the logic is easy to understand, according to Avetis Antaplyan, founder and CEO of HIRECLOUT. “Investors reward efficiency,” Mr. Antaplyan said. “Leaders are under pressure to do more with less. Automation is eliminating repetitive
Klein Hersh Recruits CFO for Sparrow Pharmaceuticals
Klein Hersh, a search firm focused on the life sciences and healthcare industries, has recruited George Eldridge as the new CFO of Sparrow Pharmaceuticals, a targeted cardiometabolic therapeutics company. “We are thrilled to welcome George to Sparrow at such an important time for our company,” said Robert Jacks, president and CEO of Sparrow Pharmaceuticals. “George
McCormack + Kristel Seeking Executive Director for NEXT Harm Reduction
McCormack + Kristel has been retained by NEXT Harm Reduction (NEXT Distro) to lead in its search for an executive director. This is a rare opportunity for a visionary leader and skilled fundraiser to take a nationally recognized organization with an urgent mandate and grow it to the scale the moment demands. Reporting to the board
Riviera Partners Expands Public Practice
San Francisco-based Riviera Partners, a recruitment provider specializing in C-level engineering, product, and design leader placements, has expanded with the addition of Archer McFall as a partner within its public practice serving large, publicly-traded companies and late-stage, pre-IPO companies. “Getting the right CTO, CIO, or chief AI officer in place, building the team structure around AI, making sure the
HelloSky Brings Its Graph of People, Investors, and Companies Into Claude and ChatGPT
Executive search firms are increasingly looking for ways to move beyond traditional databases and static candidate profiles as clients demand deeper market intelligence and faster, more precise insight into leadership talent. Advances in artificial intelligence are giving recruiters new tools to connect people, companies, investors, relationships, and career outcomes in ways that can strengthen candidate
Harris Search Associates Leading Senior Assignment for Carnegie Mellon University
Harris Search Associates has been retained by Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) to lead in its search for newly created role of associate vice president for research computing and data (AVP RCD). Jeffrey Harris and Ed Christ are leading the assignment. This role offers a unique opportunity to elevate and transform CMU’s research computing ecosystem positioning it to better support
Preng & Associates Assists SOGC, LLC with President Search
Following a comprehensive executive search, Houston-based Preng & Associates assisted in the recruitment of David French as the new president of SOGC, LLC. “Preng & Associates is proud to have supported this important leadership appointment and continues to partner with energy companies worldwide in identifying and securing transformative executive talent,” the firm said. Mr. French brings
NPAG Appoints Senior Advisor
Executive search firm NPAG has appointed André Blackman as senior advisor. In this new role, he will build and lead a practice focused on mission-driven innovation — connecting dynamic leadership talent and the development resources to keep that talent in seat, to founders and organizations solving problems that matter. “André brings a rare combination of strategic insight, storytelling
Sheffield Haworth Adds Private Equity & Growth Venture Portfolio Assets Veteran
Global leadership advisory and executive search firm Sheffield Haworth has expanded with the addition of Michael McDonnell as managing director, private equity and growth venture portfolio assets. He is based in the New York office and works within the technology sector practice. “We are thrilled to welcome Michael to the team,” said Paul Gillespie, managing director of the
Leadership Needs Shift in a Changing Federal Market
Executive search across the federal contracting, government services, defense, and technology sectors is entering a new phase as companies look for more sophisticated ways to evaluate leadership beyond résumés, references, and past performance. In markets where specialized experience, relationships, and an understanding of complex government customers can be critical, the challenge is not simply identifying
Private Equity Rollup Wave Reshapes Executive Search
What may once have looked like a series of isolated transactions is increasingly taking on the shape of a broader industry shift. As capital moves into the sector and firms rethink where they have true competitive strength, the pattern is becoming harder to ignore. “A year ago, I would have called this a prediction, today,
HARTZ Search Seeking Chief Revenue Officer for Geisinger
Charlotte, NC-based HARTZ Search was recently retained by Geisinger to lead in its search for a chief revenue officer. This executive will direct, manage, and implement programs to ensure efficient revenue management operations and sufficient cash flow to support Geisinger operations and strategic initiatives. The role is responsible for identifying, analyzing, reducing, and resolving revenue management issues
Kincannon & Reed Places Executive Director for the Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association
Kincannon & Reed (K&R), which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has assisted in the recruitment of Patrick Carney as the new executive director of the Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association. Dave Smith stepped down from his executive role after leading the association for more than 30 years. “Patrick pairs dairy industry knowledge with
Using Artificial Intelligence to Drive DE&I Initiatives
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing our world in ways that were previously unimaginable. From self-driving cars to personalized healthcare, it is changing every aspect of our lives including business, where its integration into operations is arguably the biggest shift since the internet was developed. Understanding the relationship between AI and diversity, equity & inclusion (DE&I) is
Manpower Records 18 Percent U.S. Revenue Jump
Manpower Inc./(NYSE:MAN) has posted revenues of $4.1 billion for the first quarter ended March 31, 2010, a increase of 13 percent from $3.6 billion a year earlier. Revenues rose by 18 percent in the U.S., nearly 16 percent rise in France and 17 percent in the Asia Pacific region. The Milwaukee-based company recorded earnings of
PeopleClick Authoria Names New President and CEO
Peopleclick Authoria, a provider of talent acquisition and talent management solutions, has named Joseph G. Licata Jr. as its president and CEO. Mr. Licata, with more than 25 years of customer-facing and executive leadership experience in the technology segment, will drive the post-integration growth phase of the company. He was previously president and CEO of
Harvey Nash Creates iPad App
Harvey Nash Group has launched its Online Appointments Magazine (OAM) for Apple's mobile device, the iPad. OAM becomes one of a small number of applications that Apple pre-approved for the iPad's launch. “Harvey Nash has long recognized the importance of developing relationships with our candidates and clients online, and increasingly we are seeing this is
Korn Ferry Leads Multiple Searches for Securities and Exchange Commission
Korn/Ferry International has been retained by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) task force on hedge funds, buyout funds and mutual funds to lead the search for five new fund managers. The mission of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is to protect investors, maintain fair, orderly, and efficient markets, and facilitate capital formation –
Manpower Business Solutions Unveils Recruiting Solution
Manpower Business Solutions (MBS), a world leader in recruitment process outsourcing, has launched its newest offering, Resume Response, a standalone front-end recruiting solution. MBS' Resume Response is a job candidate selection tool that identifies and helps screen high quality applicants through a systematic, technology-driven process augmented by MBS' recruiting expertise and best practices. “In addition
CDI IT Solutions Selected by Citrix
CDI IT Solutions (CDI), a division of IT-focused recruitment solutions provider CDI Corp., has been selected as a prime vendor by Citrix Systems, Inc. (Citrix) to provide IT staffing and direct hire services. Under the agreement, CDI will provide IT services to Citrix Systems including supplying critical staff on a temporary basis as well as
Interview with Rolf Heeb: Moving Forward After the Great Recession (Part 2)
Rolf Heeb is founder and CEO of AIMS International – Germany, which has offices in Neuss/Düsseldorf, Hamburg, Stuttgart and Munich. In 2000, Mr. Heeb’s firm, IFM, became the German partner of AIMS International and in 2002 he became a board member of the organization and, later, regional head of the EMEA Region. He was appointed
The Onstott Group Joins TRANSEARCH International
TRANSEARCH International has added Boston-based executive search firm, The Onstott Group, as a partner. The Onstott Group was founded in 1987; the firm focuses on board level, chief executive, and other senior executive positions within the technology, manufacturing, clean technology, consumer, business services, non-profit, higher education, venture capital and high growth sectors. “We have known
As Recovery Takes Hold Companies Look to Retain Talent
Only 39 percent of executives have a talent plan aimed at driving innovation, according to a new report released by Deloitte. Based on a full year of in-depth research, the study found that two out of three executives acknowledge that workforce planning is not being integrated at both the corporate and business unit levels. While
Sucherman Consulting Group Expands Consulting Practice
Sucherman Consulting Group Inc., a management consulting and executive search firm in the media and entertainment industries, has added Erik Sorenson to its senior management team as executive vice president of its consulting practice. He will support projects for the firm and manage new business development. Mr. Sorenson has extensive management experience in the fields
McDermott & Bull Fills Finance Post for Restoration Hardware
Irvine, CA-based McDermott & Bull has placed Roy Oakes as assistant corporate controller of Restoration Hardware. Mr. Oakes was previously the assistant controller at Long Drug Stores before its acquisition by CVS. “Roy is a financial executive with many proven years of leadership and management experience. He not only uses his managerial accounting skills to
Alliance Staffing Solutions Teams with CrimCheck.net
Alliance Staffing Solutions, a full-service recruitment agency, has formed a partnership with Crimcheck.net to create a single offering that combines staffing services with pre-employment background checks for corporate clients. The initiative will provide single-source simplicity for corporate customers seeking to streamline their staffing operations. “Most companies already provide some sort of background verification and crime
Boyden Places CEO at TiE Global
Boyden has recruited P.K. Agarwal as chief executive officer of TiE Global. Mr. Agarwal previously he held positions of vice president at ACS Inc. and executive vice president and chief information officer for NIC Inc. Neil Sims and John Holland, managing directors of Boyden in San Francisco, in close coordination with Dinesh Mirchandani, managing director
Maxwell Drummond Announces Management Changes
Executive search firm Maxwell Drummond International has announced new board members and general managers. Steve Cardno, the firm’s CFO, and Scott MacDonald, vice president of corporate services, have joined the company’s board of directors. Sean Buchan has been named as U.K. general manager, responsible for managing Maxwell Drummond’s personnel in Aberdeen and London. Brian Coffman
Initio International Acquires U.K.-Based Longbridge
Recruitment group Initio International Ltd. has acquired Longbridge International. Established in 1989, Longbridge International provides recruiting services within the sales & marketing, IT, accountancy and financial services sectors. “Initio have been looking to expand into the U.K. for some time now and I'm extremely excited by the fact that we've been fortunate enough to acquire
DHR Names EVP in St. Louis Office
Executive search firm DHR International has named Michael A. Mason as executive vice president in its St. Louis office. Prior to joining DHR, Mr. Mason was a consultant with his own firm that specialized in assisting candidates at branding themselves and articulating their passions to secure and sustain careers in engineering and design. He formerly
Ceridian Selected by Businessolver
Ceridian Corporation, a provider of managed human resource, recruiting solutions, and payroll outsourcing solutions, has been selected by Businessolver, Inc. to manage its payroll and automate its recruiting and attendance processes. Prior to Ceridian, Businessolver's payroll was entirely outsourced, and the recruiting and time and attendance efforts were managed in-house, either manually or with the
World Search Alliance Becomes Agilium Worldwide
World Search Alliance has changed its name to Agilium Worldwide – Executive Search Group to better reflect the nature of the organization’s operation and relevancy in the new global business environment. Incoming chairman F. Xavier de Zamacona of DeZaSearch, Mexico, said that since the organization’s beginnings in 1984, “Agilium Worldwide’s most differentiating features have always
Hirevue’s Video Job Interviewing Platform Available to Taleo Users
Video interviewing provider HireVue has announced the completion of its integration with Taleo Business Edition from Taleo Corp. Users of Taleo Recruiting on-demand software, can now include live and virtual video interviewing within their hiring workflow. The integrated solution also allows customers to initiate, view, share and provide collaborative feedback on candidates who are interviewed
SuccessFactors Deployed by Genpact
Genpact, a leader in managing business processes, has deployed SuccessFactors’ Business Execution (BizX) Suite to help the company optimize its performance management processes. Genpact will employ SuccessFactors solutions, which include goal management, performance management, employee profile and 360 degree reviews, to align employees' goals and objectives to the company's overall organizational strategy. Genpact has currently
Odgers Berndtson Places CEO for Toronto Pan-Am Games
U.K.-based executive search firm Odgers Berndtson has recruited Ian Troop as chief executive officer of the 2015 Toronto Pan-Am Games Organizing Committee. The search was conducted by Paul Stanley, a senior partner based in the firm's Toronto office. Odgers Berndtson has also been selected to place the entire executive team for the 2015 Toronto Pan-Am
Workstream Posts Revenue and Net Losses
Workstream Inc./( NASDAQ:WSTM), a provider of on-demand compensation, performance and talent management software, has posted revenues of $4 million for the third quarter fiscal 2010, compared to $5.30 million during the same period last year. “The company's Q3 results were reflective of corporate customers hesitating to spend on new capital project while healthcare and financial
Preston | Reffett Retained by Feld Entertainment
Preston | Reffett, LLC has been engaged to conduct a search for a vice of marketing for Feld Entertainment. Elaine Erickson of the firm’s New York City office will lead the assignment. Feld Entertainment was founded in 1967 by Irvin Feld when he acquired Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus. The family-owned company has
RP International Opens Office in Sydney
Global specialist telecoms and technology recruitment consultancy RP International has opened an office in Sydney to support clients across Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands. The new office follows the establishment of an APAC regional hub in Singapore in 2007 and a contract-specialist office in Kuala Lumpur in 2009. “The opening of our Sydney
Nosal Partners Recruits COO for American-De Rosa
Executive recruiter Nosal Partners LLC has placed Martin Furman as chief operating officer for American-De Rosa Lamparts LLC. Mr. Furman was previously COO at Pentel of America Ltd. The search was conducted by firm partner John W. Morrow. American-De Rosa Lamparts is a supplier and designer of lighting parts, hardware, fixtures, ceiling fans, and plumbing
Search Solutions International Creates Small Business Division
Search Solutions International, Inc. has launched a small business division designed to fit the needs and budgets of virtually any business. This includes streamlining the employment process and providing employers the talent they need to grow. “Small business is the engine that fuels our economy and represents 99.7 percent of employer firms in the U.S.
Hewitt Renews Contract with International Paper Through 2014
Hewitt Associates, Inc., a global human resources consulting and outsourcing services company, has renewed its long-standing contract to provide HR business process outsourcing (BPO) services to International Paper Company, a global paper and packaging company. Hewitt and International Paper inked their initial HR BPO deal in 2001. Under the terms of the contract, Hewitt will
Work&Partners Fills Post at IBM
New York-based Work&Partners LLC has placed Lawrence Goldberg as partner of the global Oracle Center of Competency at IBM Global Services Consulting. Mr. Goldberg was formerly with Oracle where he had various roles throughout his 11 years with the firm, his most recent being vice president, analytics consulting team. IBM GBS offers business consulting, systems
AfterCollege Partners with Cross Post to Provide Recruitment Tools for Newspapers
AfterCollege, an online career network for students and recent graduates, has announced a partnership with Cross-Post, LLC, the leader in building detailed recruiting networks with newspapers and niche job boards. The companies are collaborating to offer newspapers a complete package of revenue generation tools for online recruitment advertising. Cross-Post allows classified recruitment advertisers to post
Increase in Demand for Temporary Workers Expected
Demand for temporary workers in the U.S. is expected to increase 10.8 percent on a seasonally adjusted basis for the 2010 second quarter over the same period in 2009, according to the Palmer Forecast, a study conducted by staffing industry consulting firm G. Palmer & Associates. The report also indicated a 3.8 percent decline in
Aquire Creates New Tool for HR Managers
Aquire, a global provider of workforce planning and analytics solutions, has released Integrity 2.0, a new version of the company's data integrity module for OrgPublisher, an automatic organizational charting and reporting solution. The combined program allows HR managers to collaboratively audit, correct and maintain workforce data housed in multiple systems and locations. “We cleanse customer
