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Kincannon & Reed Assists Ag Alumni Seed Improvement Association with CEO Search
Executive recruitment firm Kincannon & Reed, which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has recruited Craig Anderson as the new CEO of the Agriculture Alumni Seed Improvement Association Inc. (Ag Alumni Seed). This transition follows more than a decade of strong collaboration between Purdue University and the leadership of Jay Hulbert, who served as the
The Forum Group Names Leader of HR Recruitment Division
Executive search firm The Forum Group has expanded with the addition of Ruth Espina as managing partner of Forum Group HR recruitment partners—a new division dedicated to connecting top HR talent with organizations. “With over 35 years of experience in human resources and executive search, Ruth isn’t just stepping into a leadership role—she’s building something from the ground up,” the 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.
Streamlining the Hiring Process to Secure Top Talent
In a competitive hiring market, speed and preparation can often make the difference between securing a top candidate and losing them to another opportunity. With many professionals exploring new roles while remaining fully employed, organizations must balance thorough evaluation with an efficient and well-coordinated recruitment process. The most successful employers are those that approach hiring
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?
DHR Global Adds New Partner in Singapore
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has expanded with the addition of Veronique Denis-Pelliet as a partner in its technology and retail & consumer practices in Singapore. A seasoned executive with over 10 years of experience in executive search, ESG leadership, sales, and international business development, Ms. Denis-Pelliet has led multicultural teams and driven growth in Southeast Asia, China, Europe,
Assessing Business Development Talent Without Slowing the Hiring Process
Companies are placing greater emphasis on improving hiring accuracy as competition for high-performing talent intensifies across the market. Yet many organizations continue to rely on inconsistent interview practices, subjective evaluations, and selection processes that create unnecessary friction for both candidates and internal stakeholders. Most hiring failures do not happen because companies move too fast. They
Academic Search Recruits President for Henry Ford College
Academic Search has placed David M. Knezek as the seventh president of Henry Ford College. Shirley Robinson Pippins and Richard Cummins led the assignment. Mr. Knezek, currently serving as chief operating officer of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and as an elected Wayne County commissioner, will assume the presidency later this year, succeeding interim president Dr. Lori
Fabric.AI Taps Egon Zehnder for Critical Search
Global leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder has been retained by NASDAQ-traded AI infrastructure company Fabric.AI to lead the search for a senior project management executive. “Egon Zehnder’s reputation, global reach, and deep expertise across AI, advanced technologies, and organizational leadership make them an ideal partner for Fabric.AI at this stage of our growth,” said Josh Silverman, CEO of
Caldwell Expands in London and Madrid
Toronto-based Caldwell has expanded with the addition of Alex Langridge as a partner in the firm’s financial services practice. Based in London, Mr. Langridge advises clients across financial services and fintech on senior executive and board appointments, succession planning, organizational design, and transformational leadership hiring. “Alex’s appointment reflects our continued investment in expanding Caldwell’s financial
Fama Technologies Granted U.S. Patent on Foundational AI-Powered Social Media Screening Technology
Fama Technologies, providers of AI-powered online screening, has announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has allowed all claims in its patent application covering the foundational technology behind social media background screening. The patent, titled “System for Searching and Correlating Online Activity with Individual Classification Factors,” has a priority date of November
Updating How You Work So AI Can Actually Deliver
AI adoption is no longer a technology challenge, it is an operational one. Companies that generate lasting value from AI will be the ones willing to redesign workflows, redefine leadership responsibilities, and embed AI directly into how work gets done every day. Most companies will not fail at AI because they chose the wrong model,
Vetted Solutions Assists CoreNet Global with CEO Search
Following an extensive search process, Washington, D.C.-based Vetted Solutions has assisted in the recruitment of Vicki Worden as the new CEO of CoreNet Global. “Vicki Worden demonstrates exemplary leadership through her collaborative approach,” said Jamie Leary-Erickson, CoreNet Global board chair. “Vicki’s extensive experience in the architecture, engineering, and commercial real estate sectors, combined with her global perspective
BarkerGilmore Places Head of Legal at Vantage Elevator Solutions
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has placed Keinan Meginniss as VP, head of legal at Vantage Elevator Solutions. The search was led by Stephen Bell and Alison Waters. “Keinan joins the organization at an exciting time as the company continues to expand its operations and strengthen its leadership team
NGS Global Adds TalentXera
Wilmington, DE-headquartered executive search firm NGS Global has added Saúl Almendárez and his team at TalentXera. This expands the firm’s capabilities across Mexico and the broader Latin America region. Mr. Almendárez is based in Mexico City, where he has spent more than 20 years building an exceptional team and a highly regarded brand in the executive search industry. Along
IMD International Search Group Elects New Board Members
Global executive search consortium IMD International Search Group recently had delegates from member firms meet in Helsinki, Finland, and announced the election of several board members. Ben Tucker (Minerva, IMD U.K.) transitions from director to VP finance and legal. Eva Nielsen (Lisberg, IMD Sweden) is reelected for a second mandate as director while Terhi Heikkinen (IMS Talent,
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Launch Recruiter Performance Training Program
The executive search industry has a training challenge. For years, recruiting firms have depended on apprenticeship-style development, learning through observation, informal mentoring, and varying management approaches. That model works for some, but it does not scale effectively. In a market increasingly shaped by AI, speed, precision, and commercial demands, inconsistent recruiter performance is no longer
Executive Search Firms Confront the AI Transformation
As AI rapidly reshapes the executive search landscape, recruiting firms are facing growing pressure to modernize how they identify, assess, and engage leadership talent. Industry experts say AI-driven sourcing, predictive analytics, and automation tools are helping firms accelerate search timelines and expand candidate reach, while also forcing recruiters to rethink where their true value lies.
Cooper Coleman Recruits CFO the Center for Child Protection
Cooper Coleman LLC has placed William Wade as chief financial officer of the Center for Child Protection (CCP) in Austin, TX. The national search was led by Johnny Cooper, founder and CEO of Cooper Coleman. “Dion brings the kind of strategic thinking and mission alignment CCP needs in its CFO,” said Mr. Cooper. “They are doing remarkable work,
Boyden Assists Kerry’s Place Autism Services with CEO Search
Boyden has recruited Normandie Wragg as the new president and CEO of Kerry’s Place Autism Services in Ontario. The appointment follows the previously announced retirement of CEO Susan VanDeVelde-Coke at the end of June. The search was led by partners Jim Stonehouse and Pamela Colquhoun, and Kathy Luu, senior associate. “Normandie is a highly accomplished, values-driven
Modern Executive Solutions Expands Technology Practice
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Moises Velilla as managing director in its technology practice. He brings deep experience advising organizations on senior leadership hiring and talent strategy across technology and transformation. Mr. Velilla specializes in advising clients on executive talent strategy and recruiting transformative technology and professional services leaders. He
AI’s Next Test: Can It Actually Drive Growth?
A massive opportunity, and a critical trust gap, is emerging among corporate leaders. According to EY-Parthenon’s Growth Survey of 271 U.S. executives, 78 percent believe AI will accelerate growth, even as nearly 80 percent say the growth environment has become more challenging over the past year. Yet only about a third trust AI inputs for high-stakes decisions such
Retained vs. Contingent Search: Choosing the Right Executive Search Model
As companies navigate increasingly complex leadership challenges, the pressure to make the right executive hiring decision has never been greater. Boards and leadership teams are looking beyond resumes and credentials, placing greater emphasis on cultural alignment, long-term business impact, and a candidate’s ability to guide organizations through growth, transformation, and uncertainty. At the same time,
Brettschneider Executive Search Completes Search for Western Colorado University
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search recently assisted in the recruitment of Sharoni Little as dean of Western Colorado University’s School of Business. “Dr. Little’s forward-thinking approach will help shape the future of business education at Western, creating opportunities for students to thrive in today’s competitive economy,” said Brad Baca, president. With a career spanning academia, corporate leadership,
Ren Systems Appoints Head of Product
Ren Systems, an AI-powered relationship intelligence platform used by sales, business development, and professional services leaders, recently expanded with the addition of Nick Wynja as head of product. “As we’ve scaled Ren to 70+ enterprise customers and accelerated our feature release cycle, it became clear that we needed focused product leadership,” the company said in
How to Kick Off an Executive Search the Right Way
As leadership demands grow more complex, organizations are increasingly recognizing that a successful executive search begins long before candidate outreach or interviews take place. Search consultants say the strongest outcomes are driven by early alignment around business strategy, organizational culture, leadership expectations, and the capabilities needed to support future growth. Rather than simply filling an
Why Structured Interviews Lead to Better Hiring
As organizations compete for leadership talent, many are reexamining how executive interviews are conducted and whether traditional hiring instincts are leading to the best decisions. Increasingly, research is showing that structured interviews built around standardized questions and evaluation criteria deliver more reliable hiring outcomes than conversational, free-flowing assessments. Talent experts say the approach not only
Rethinking Career Loyalty in the Age of Gen Z and Millennials
As leadership priorities continue to evolve, executive search firms are seeing a growing shift in how candidates evaluate long-term career opportunities. Today’s professionals are placing greater emphasis on purpose, culture, mentorship, flexibility, and personal growth alongside compensation and title. Recruiters say organizations that can clearly communicate vision, invest in employee development, and foster strong leadership
Coulter Partners Recruits Chief Scientific Officer for Laigo Bio
Life sciences recruiting specialist Coulter Partners has recruited Richard C.A. Sainson as the new chief scientific officer of Laigo Bio. “It was a privilege to partner with Matthew and the Laigo board,” said Kay Wardle, managing partner at Coulter Partners. “Targeted protein degradation is one of the most exciting frontier areas of drug discovery, and finding a chief
Blue Rock Human Capital Recruits Chief People Officer for Michelli Weighing & Measurement
Talent acquisition strategies at many large companies have become as complex as their balance sheets. And while chief human resource officers play a vital role in overseeing an organization’s broad-based workforce, the chief people officer typically goes beyond overseeing its people policies. The focus instead is on building talent as a key competitive advantage, with more
Companies Looking to Hire in the New Year Amid Talent Shortages
Employers anticipate measured hiring in the first quarter of 2024, while persistent talent shortages continue to impede hiring efforts, according to the latest ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey. The research is based on data collected from more than 40,000 employers in 41 countries. The net employment outlook for Q1 is 26 percent, up + three percent year-over-year,
Omega Resource Group Names Head of Executive Search
Omega Resource Group PLC has added Steven Fulwell as head of executive search. Mr. Fulwell brings a wealth of executive search and consultancy experience to the group, previously spending eight years at specialist executive search firm Hill McGlynn. “Steve has already proved his worth to us in the short time since he arrived,” said Alan
CEOs Planning to Increase Workforce Expenses
As signs of economic recovery continue to positively trend, 57 percent of CEOs interviewed for PricewaterhouseCoopers' Private Company Trendsetter Barometer survey plan to increase their total workforce expenses over the next 12 to 18 months. Concurrently, the majority of private companies surveyed (57 percent) reported being affected by reductions in their companies' workforces as a
TillmanCarlson Places Senior Director at Kellogg Company
Chicago-based executive search firm TillmanCarlson has recruited Gurinder Kaur as senior director of global marketing systems for Kellogg Company. Ms. Kaur joins Kellogg’s from Diageo plc where she served as vice president of global digital and relationship marketing IT. Headquartered in Battle Creek, MI, Kellogg Company is a producer of cereal and a leading producer
Epsen Fuller Completes Search fo MTDA
Executive search firm Epsen Fuller/IMD International Search Group has placed David Gan, M.D., as executive director and head of drug safety at Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma Development America, Inc. (MTDA). Dr. Gan was most recently the head of global signal detection and safety data management with Bristol-Myers Squibb. “The leadership, deep understanding and track record of
Adicio Selected to Power the Advocate’s New Jobs Site
Adicio Inc., a provider of interactive classified advertising software solutions for media companies, has been selected to power The Advocate’s new jobs site, www.2theadvocate.com/jobs in Baton Rouge, LA. The Advocate is owned by Louisiana Broadcasting LLC and Capital City Press LLC. The site gives employers a way to showcase their company and job openings in
Interview: Slow Recovery Expected Across Europe as Executive Recruiting Sector Bends with the Times
Catherine Brossard is founding partner of HR consulting firm AIMS International France. Since its inception in 1994, Ms. Brossard has specialized in one-on-one executive coaching, team coaching, skills assessment, HR development training, managerial and team competency development, and executive recruiting. Ms. Brossard built her career in the high technology sector where she gained invaluable sales
Gundersen Partners Names Managing Director in London
Executive search firm Gundersen Partners has appointed Sarah Thewlis as managing director of the London offices. This planned step has been advanced following the sudden death of her predecessor, Tony Bucher; it was always the intention that Ms. Thewlis would take over in 2010 when Mr. Bucher was to become chairman of the U.K. Group.
DavenportMajor Fills Post for Abbott Diabetes Care
DavenportMajor Executive Search has recruited Mary Getz as divisional vice president of quality and compliance at Abbott Diabetes Care. Ms. Getz formerly served as VP of quality and compliance at Biosense Webster, Johnson and Johnson. Abbott Diabetes Care is developing products to reduce the discomfort and inconvenience of blood glucose monitoring; introducing systems that are
TriNet Group Appoints COO
TriNet Group, Inc., a provider of human resources outsourcing services for small businesses, has named Carlos Galarce as chief operating officer. Mr. Galarce’s first priority is the acceleration of the company’s technology upgrade process related to the closing of its acquisition of Florida-based Gevity in June. He will also focus on the advancement of the
Finance Job Seekers Remain Upbeat
As the economy begins to show signs of a recovery, about two-thirds of job seekers in the financial services sector are confident that they will be employed within the next six months. This optimism exists even as 79 percent of job seekers acknowledge that their job search is taking longer than they had initially expected.
SoftScape Expands in EMEA
Softscape, a global provider of people management software, has appointed Matt Park to lead the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) strategic global accounts and William Dockery as EMEA director of sales responsible for further expanding the company's global customer base. Both will apply their expertise within global enterprises and the human capital management (HCM)
Tatum Names Head of Denver Office
Tatum LLC has added Terry Peltes as managing partner of its Denver office. He will be responsible for developing, expanding and managing Tatum's Denver practice. Prior to joining Tatum, Mr. Peltes was the executive chairman of ALN Medical Management. Before that he was president and CEO of Aptiv Technology Partners and president and CEO of
Nosal Partners Completes Searches for Midland Credit
Executive leadership solutions firm Nosal Partners LLC has placed Ronald E. Naves as senior vice president, general counsel and secretary, as well as Ruth Clay as SVP of human resources for Midland Credit Management, a subsidiary of Encore Capital Group, Inc. in San Diego. Mr. Naves was most recently SVP of legal affairs for Gemstar
Kronos Selected by Wellstar Health System
Kronos Incorporated has been selected by WellStar Health System for its integrated suite of workforce management solutions to control labor costs, minimize compliance risk, and improve workforce productivity. The solution will be used to manage more than 11,000 employees across WellStar Health System's five hospitals in northwest Georgia. “Healthcare organizations are increasingly supplementing time and
Korn Ferry Adds Vice Chairman in NY Office
Korn/Ferry International has added Melanie Kusin to its New York office as a vice chairman and senior client partner in the firm's board & CEO services practice. Ms. Kusin joins the firm from Heidrick & Struggles, where she most recently served as vice chairman. She previously was global managing partner for the consumer practice. Ms.
Odgers Berndtson Announces Acquisitions in Russia and Poland
U.K.-based executive search firm Odgers Berndtson has acquired Moscow-based Pynes & Moerner and Warsaw-headquartered Kaluzynski & Madeja. Terms and conditions of the deals were not disclosed. Pynes & Moerner offers executive search and selection services, consults clients on building management teams, and designs executive remuneration models, motivation and development structures. Kaluzynski & Madeja provides executive
Russell Reynolds Associates to Lead CEO Search for Rockefeller & Co.
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has been retained by Rockefeller & Company to lead in its search for a chief executive officer. Established by John D. Rockefeller over 125 years ago, Rockefeller & Company is a wealth management firm based in New York. With a worldwide network of 39 offices and
Parker Executive Search Completes Search for Notre Dame
Atlanta-headquartered Parker Executive Search has placed Brian Kelly as the head football coach for the University of Notre Dame. The firm also assisted Notre Dame in finding current athletic director Jack Swarbrick. Mr. Kelly was previously the head coach of football at University of Cincinnati, a team he led to an undefeated record in 2009.
Yahoo! to Consider Sale of HotJobs
According to Reuters and industry sources, Yahoo! has said it was open to selling its online job site HotJobs. At the recent UBS Global Media and Communications Conference in New York, Yahoo! chief executive Carol Bartz said the company would sell the unit for the right price even though an improving economy could help its
Team Capital Opens London Office
Executive search firm Team Capital has opened a new office in London which will serve as an international hub for corporate clients. The firm has also announced it will look to further grow its adviser population that focuses on top companies seeking counsel on their talent and leadership in U.S., Latin America, Europe, Middle East
DHR Places General Counsel at American Credit Acceptance
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm DHR International has placed Todd S. Manke as vice president and chief risk officer at American Credit Acceptance, LLC (ACA). Serguei Zaychenko, executive vice president, led this search and was assisted by James Restelli, a research associate. Prior to joining ACA, Mr. Manke served as director of consumer insights at Lincoln
Slight Uptick in CEO Turnover as Recovery Looms
While the economic downturn has sent nearly 4.7 million Americans to the unemployment line this year, departures among the nation’s chief executive officers is down nearly 18 percent from a year ago, according to the latest job-cut report by outplacement consultancy Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc. November saw just 94 chief executive officer changes, which
Workstream Names New CFO
Workstream Inc., a provider of on-demand compensation, performance and talent management software, has appointed Jerome P. Kelliher as the company's new chief financial officer. Mr. Kelliher, with 13 years of experience at Ernst & Young as a financial professional, will drive the enterprise-wide creation of value for all of Workstream's business units and bring the
Interview: ITeego Chief Discusses Fee Structure in Recruiting (Part 2)
Kevin Jenkins is the CEO and principle IT recruiter at ITeego, a national web technology recruiting firm based in Austin, Texas. Mr. Jenkins has been recruiting in the web technology space for nearly a decade. In addition to recruiting, he is an entrepreneur and investor in a number of internet start-ups aimed at the human
Sheffield Haworth Appoints Head of Global Markets Practice
London-based executive search firm Sheffield Haworth has added Lee Thacker as managing director and head of its global markets practice. Mr. Thacker will have responsibility for leading the executive search, research and advisory services in global markets across all Sheffield Haworth offices. Initially based in London, he will relocate to the Hong Kong office in
Stanton Chase Selects Head of EMEA
Executive search firm Stanton Chase International has elected Panos Manolopoulos as its vice president for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). In addition to his new international position, Mr. Panos also serves as managing partner of the U.A.E. He also was the global practice leader in consumer products and services practice group with responsibility over
Spencer Stuart to Lead GM CEO Search
General Motors Corporation has selected Spencer Stuart to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. The interim chief, Ed Whitacre, was also selected by Spencer Stuart. Detroit-based General Motors Corp., one of the world's largest automakers, was founded in 1908, and today manufactures cars and trucks in 34 countries. Founded in 1956
Judge Executive Search Names Managing Director
Judge Executive Search, a division of The Judge Group and a provider of retained executive search services, has added Steve Green as managing director. In his new role, Mr. Green is responsible for the overall day-to-day management and business development at the firm. A 12-year veteran of The Judge Group, Mr. Green was previously in
Barnes Kavelle Becomes BK Cornerstone
Executive search firm Barnes Kavelle has announced that it will change its name to BK Cornerstone, part of global search consultancy Cornerstone International Group. “As a leading European member of the Cornerstone International network we will be known as BK Cornerstone Ltd,” said Neil McLaughlin, managing partner. “This recognizes the increasing importance to our clients
Monster CEO Takes Part in White House Forum On Jobs and Growth
Sal Iannuzzi, chairman, president and CEO of Monster Worldwide, Inc., recently participated in an all-day White House Forum on Jobs and Economic Growth and shared some of his observations and what Monster is doing to help job seekers. “The White House Forum on Jobs was a call to arms for a group of leaders to
Egon Zehnder Survey: U.S. Confidence Lags in CEO Succession Planning
Recent Fortune 500 CEO resignations are putting the spotlight on CEO succession planning, according to Egon Zehnder. Yet, findings of an Egon Zehnder survey of senior executives reveal none of the top level U.S. executives taking the survey believe their companies are best in class or highly successful at meeting the challenge of succession planning.
