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Rokos Group Recruits Chief Medical Officer for Alameda Health System
Newport Beach, CA-based executive search firm Rokos Group has placed Lisa Laurent as the new chief medical officer of Alameda Health System (AHS) in Alameda, CA. “It was an honor to work with James Jackson, CEO, and his team throughout the search process,” said Greg Rokos, managing partner of Rokos Group. “We wish them a long and successful
Avant Executive Search & Talent Advisory Adds Partner
Avant Executive Search & Talent Advisory recently expanded with the addition of Kristin Fry as a partner. In her new role, she will work with managing partner Sonia Prais, focusing on expanding the firm’s executive search capabilities in the retail sector. “We are thrilled to announce that Kristin Fry has joined the Avant Executive Search
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.
CIO Partners Seeking Chief Information Officer for Resideo
CIO Partners was recently tapped by Resideo to lead in its search for a new chief information officer. This executive is responsible for defining and executing the enterprise technology strategy that enables innovation across connected home products, digital services, and global distribution operations at Resideo Technologies. This leader ensures that enterprise technology platforms, cloud infrastructure, and
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?
DSG Global Appoints Managing Directors
DSG Global has expanded with the additions of Kris McFeely, Chris Clarey, and Scott Murray as managing directors. Ms. McFeely, who joins the firm’s nonprofit and social impact practice, brings more than two decades of executive search experience to the team. She specializes in identifying and recruiting exceptional leaders for mission-driven organizations. Drawing on experience across
U.S. M&A Accelerates as Buyers Raise the Bar
EY-Parthenon’s September Merger Monthly points to continued momentum across the U.S. M&A market. Through August, deal value for transactions above $100 million reached approximately $2.2 trillion, up roughly 48 percent year-over-year, while volume increased 23 percent. Momentum remained strong from June through August, with deal value rising 23 percent and volume advancing 22 percent from
Why the Best Job Offer Is About More Than Salary
A higher salary can make a new job attractive, but compensation alone does not always tell candidates whether an offer is truly better. According to a recent report from NPAworldwide, recruiters can play an important role in helping candidates evaluate the complete package while also helping employers understand why a competitive base salary may not
Buffkin / Baker Recruits President for Valdosta State University
Partner-led executive search firm Buffkin / Baker has assisted in the recruitment of Donald J. Green president of Valdosta State University (VSU). Partner Ann Yates and associate Dinah DeWitt led the assignment. “Don Green is a leader who knows how to deliver results, and he’s proven that time and again,” USG chancellor Sonny Perdue said. “At Gordon State, he focused on
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
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
Building Your IR Function: The Questions Every VC Should be Asking
As venture firms mature and fundraising becomes more institutionalized, building the right investor relations function is increasingly becoming a critical part of long-term growth. The best time to hire an investor relations leader is before you urgently need one, according to a recent report from SPMB’s Suzanne Heske and Emily Leder. “LP relationships take years to
U.S. Hiring Slows as Unemployment Rate Edges Up to 4.2 Percent
Employment increased by 29,000 in September as the U.S. unemployment rate edged up to at 4.2 percent, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. The number of unemployed people, at 7.1 million, also increased in September. Among the major worker groups, the unemployment rate for people who are Black (7.0 percent) increased in September.
Cook Silverman Search Recruits Chief Development Officer for Common Sense Media
Greenbrae, CA-based Cook Silverman Search has assisted in the recruitment of Alicia Chang as chief development officer of Common Sense Media to lead in its search for a chief development officer. Ms. Chang joins Common Sense Media after spending a decade with Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, where she most recently served as deputy chief development officer
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
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
The Business Case for Gender-Inclusive Leadership Teams
The power of women in leadership has been widely documented over the past decade. When companies appoint more women to senior positions, research shows profitability grows, openness to change rises, and customer experiences improve. It’s no surprise that global organizations are strengthening diversity initiatives, seeking equal gender representation in leadership roles—and increasingly, companies are recognizing the
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
Russell Reynolds Associates To Lead CEO Search For People’s United
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has been retained by People's United Financial Inc. to lead in its search for a new president and CEO. Outgoing CEO, Philip R. Sherringham, has resigned by mutual agreement with the board of directors from the company; the company’s stock price has been stagnant for several
Stanton Chase International Announces New Board of Directors
Executive search firm Stanton Chase International has announced its new board of directors. Assuming the role as international chairman is James Allen of the firm’s Sydney, Australia office. Mr. Allen, who has been with the firm for 14 years while focusing on the natural resources industry, will lead its global leadership team and chair the
Preston | Reffett Fills CEO Post for Kings Super Markets
The Washington, D.C. office of Preston | Reffett, LLC has been placed Judy Spires as president and CEO of Kings Super Markets. Ms. Spires was formerly the president of Acme Markets, a division of SuperValu. Kings owns and operates 25 supermarkets in New York and New Jersey. Preston | Reffett is a national retained executive
SSA Executive Search to Help Vitacost.com Expand Board
Recruiting firm SSA Executive Search International has been selected by Vitacost.com, Inc. to work closely with its nominating committee to identify and review the qualifications for several new, independent director candidates. Vitacost.com is seeking to enhance the diversity of its board to add increased industry experience, corporate governance expertise, M&A and capital markets transactional expertise,
Robert Half Posts 11 Percent Revenue Decline
Robert Half International Inc./(NYSE:RHI) has posted first quarter 2010 revenues of $737.2 million, an 11 percent decline from revenues of $823.3 million during the same period last year. For the quarter ended March 31, 2010, the company reported earnings of $8.5 million, or five cents a share, compared to net income of $8.8 million, or
Tampa, Atlanta and Nashville Show Greatest Gains in Managerial Hiring
The April 2010 CareerCast.com/JobSerf Employment Index, which measures managerial recruitment activity online, rose to 92.3 in April, the third month in a row that the Index showed an improving job market. The last time the Index was higher was in August 2008, prior to the current recession. “Although there is still a certain amount of
Kincannon & Reed, Names Managing Director, Biopharmaceutical Lifesciences
Kincannon & Reed Global Executive Search has appointed David G. Jensen to the newly created position of managing director, biopharmaceutical life sciences. Mr. Jensen was most recently CEO at CareerTrax Inc., a consulting firm for the biotechnology industry. Previously, he served as founder and CEO for Search Masters International, a company he later sold. Mr.
Assured Labor Secures Funding to Grow Emerging Markets
Assured Labor, Inc., a web and mobile marketplace for jobs built exclusively for emerging markets, has raised $1 million in seed funding. The funding will enable the company to expand its Latin American offering, EmpleoListo, and to enhance its disruptive recruitment technology. Assured Labor leverages the capabilities of text messaging and the Internet to connect
Dice Posts Revenue Decline; EFinancialCareers Up Three Percent
Dice Holdings, Inc./(NYSE:DHX), a career website for technology and engineering professionals, has recorded revenues of $26.8 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2010, a decline of nine percent from $29.6 million in the comparable quarter of 2009. eFinancialCareers, which consists of eFinancialCareers operations outside of North America, accounted for 23 percent of Dice
Spencer Stuart Taps New President for ELFA
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has recruited William G. Sutton as president of the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association (ELFA). Most recently, Mr. Sutton served as interim president and CEO of the Association, Education and Business Institute, Inc. A former U.S. Navy Rear Admiral with 30 years' military service, Mr. Sutton previously served as commerce
Stepstone Solutions Upgrade Its Talet Acquisition Solution
StepStone Solutions, a London-based provider of human capital management solutions, has introduced the latest version of its enterprise-level, SaaS-based e-recruitment solution, i-Grasp 3.0. The new version adds enhancements and new functionality, with an emphasis on features prioritized by StepStone Solutions' worldwide customer base. This includes additional capability in areas such as globalization, usability and configurability,
Heidrick & Struggles Posts 27.5 Percent Revenue Increase
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International/(NASDAQ:HSII) has posted net revenue of $113.7 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2010, an increase of 27.5 percent from $89.1 million a year ago. Net revenue increased 24 percent in the Americas, 16.9 percent in Europe (approximately 9.7 percent on a constant currency basis), and
Kronos for Logistics Released
Kronos Incorporated has launched of Kronos for Logistics, a suite of workforce management solutions that helps organizations control labor costs, minimize compliance risk, and increase operational efficiencies. Kronos for Logistics includes time and attendance, employee scheduling, workforce analytics, activities, absence management, and HR and payroll solutions. Throughout the logistics industry including air, distribution centers, rail,
Cameron Search | Staffing Announces Name Change
Cameron Search | Staffing today announced it has changed its name from Cameron Tucker Consulting to better reflect its core business focus: searching for qualified job candidates and providing staffing solutions for its clients. The company also announced the availability of Matchability, its trademarked employee and employer compatibility process, and the launch of its Web
Winners Announced In Canaan Ridge’s Exceptional Thinking Forum
Obtaining honest feedback from all your constituents – not just your clients – is essential to continuous performance improvement in executive search, and that’s the winning idea submitted by Douglas R. Allen, EVP at DHR International, and Joseph J. Carideo, partner at Amrop Battalia Winston, in the April Exceptional Thinking Forum conducted by Canaan Ridge.
Interview: Hire Authority’s Carol Quinn Discusses How To Find Top Talent (part 1)
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
Kinsey Allen Alliance with Australian-based JMES
U.K.-based executive search firm Kinsey Allen International has formed a strategic partnership with Jon Michel Executive Search (JMES), an Australian-based search and selection firm. The joint venture will allow both firms to exchange market intelligence and trend analysis and will broaden each other’s global capabilities. Jon Michel Executive Search was formed in 1997 to provide
MediaLink Creates Executive Search Practice
MediaLink LLC has launched an executive recruiting practice and appointed Christopher Nutile to run it as director of executive search. Mr. Nutile joins from Google, where he most recently drove recruiting efforts for the digital giant's newly formed agency relations organization and the direct sales operation within Google Canada. “Our clients have asked us to
Paul~Lawrence Associates Completes Search for PNC Bank
Executive search firm paul~lawrence associates has placed Jennifer Simons as senior accounting policy manager for PNC Bank in Pittsburgh. Mark E. Little was the search consultant managing the assignment. Ms. Simons was previously vice president, director, accounting policy for U.S. BANCORP. The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. is a Fortune 500, financial services company with
Alium Partners Adds New Director
Alium Partners, a provider of interim management professionals in the U.K., has added Nigel Peters as director of private sector. Mr. Peters previously served as business development director for nuclear and energy and managing director of the sustainability services business unit at Serco, the FTSE 100 service and outsourcing company. “We are delighted to appoint
War for Talent Reemerges
Despite economic reports that the end of the recession is near or already over, 86 percent of U.S. workers feel the economy is still in a recession, according to the Workplace Insights Survey from recruitment solutions provider Adecco Group North America. In addition, 78 percent of workers believe this is the worst job market they've
Demand for Top Talent Picking Up
As the global economy emerges from recession, businesses representing a broad spectrum of industries are experiencing increased competition for new senior executive and C-Suite leadership, according to the Business Barometer Survey by IMD International Search Group. Leading the way in projected increased talent demand were industries including consumer goods & services (60.9 percent), financial services
Korn Ferry Partners with Woodburn Mann
Korn/Ferry International has formed a partnership with Woodburn Mann, a Southern African leadership, recruitment and talent management firm. Whitehead Mann, acquired by Korn/Ferry in 2009, has been associated with Woodburn Mann for 28 years. Woodburn Mann will be responsible for extending the firm's executive search and talent management services in the Southern African sub-continent, in
Heidrick & Struggles to Lead CEO Search for CIBER
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has been retained by CIBER, Inc. to lead its search for a new chief executive officer. Founded in 1974, CIBER, Inc. is an international IT outsourcing and software implementation and integration consultancy. Heidrick & Struggles is a provider of senior-level executive search and leadership advisory services, including
Adecco Launches iPhone Application
Adecco Staffing US, part of Swiss-based HR solutions company Adecco, has launched its iPhone application, “Adecco Jobs,” which is available for free on iTunes. The application includes a wide range of functionalities all designed to provide access to the most possible job opportunities while also providing career insights as well as job search tips. “At
The Judge Group Expands West Coast Teams
The Judge Group, a provider recruiting services, has added Rick Iversen as vice president of sales for the San Francisco Bay Area and Jeffrey Livonius as VP of sales for Greater Los Angeles. Mr. Iversen was previously the president and founder of Prescient Placements, a Bay Area-based IT Services firm. He brings over 15 years
