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ON Partners Expands Search Staff
ON Partners recently expanded with the addition of Cher Murphy as its newest partner. “From executive search consultant to chief people officer to entrepreneur and back again, we are the lucky recipients of Cher’s return to her roots in a field that she has been pioneering for more than 15 years,” said Bryan Buck, managing
Ehave Acquires AI Interview Platform AIHeadHunter
Ehave, Inc. has acquired AIHeadHunter, an artificial intelligence-powered recruitment platform, through an asset purchase agreement. The transaction marks a significant step in Ehave’s strategic shift toward becoming a developer and operator of applied AI solutions. Under the terms of the agreement, Ehave acquired the assets of AIHeadHunter from Klizo Ventures Inc. The acquired assets include proprietary
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.
The Talent Studios Recruits Chief Marketing Officer for Pura Vida Miami
The Talent Studios has recruited Bruno Cardinali as chief marketing officer of Pura Vida Miami, the premium all-day café and lifestyle brand focused on health, wellness and community. The search was led by Katlyn Maloney and Jeremy Cohen. Mr. Cardinali brings more than two decades of marketing leadership across fast casual, foodservice, beverage, and global consumer brands. Most recently, as
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?
JM Search Expands Technology and Financial Services Practices
JM Search, a senior-level talent provider serving private equity investors, portfolio companies, and Fortune 1000s, has expanded with the additions of Wes Chisholm as partner and Laura Bennstrom and Charles Telep as principals within its technology and financial services practices. Mr. Chisholm and Mr. Telep join the firm’s technology practice while Ms. Bennstrom joins both the financial
How The Tolan Group Navigated the Downturn and Remained Focused
For many executive search firms, 2024 and 2025 tested resilience in ways few could have predicted. At The Tolan Group (TTG), they experienced the same pressures felt across the industry. Slower decision cycles, delayed starts, and a noticeable dip in portfolio company hiring activity. Yet through that uncertainty, one thing remained constant: our commitment to
Korn Ferry Reports Seven Percent Q4 and Full-Year Revenue Growth, Led by Double-Digit Gains in Professional Search & Interim
Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) has posted Q4 fiscal-year revenues of $759.8 million, a year-over-year increase of seven percent and five percent at constant currency. This was led by Professional Search & Interim up 14 percent, followed by Executive Search and Consulting, both up seven percent and RPO up five percent. During the fourth quarter, revenues rose by
Lock Search Group Leading CEO Search for Atlas Sign & Awning
Toronto-headquartered executive recruitment firm Lock Search Group is currently seeking a new CEO for Atlas Sign & Awning. For over 30 years, Atlas Sign & Awning has helped businesses across Canada and the United States stand out through custom commercial signage, awnings, and branded architectural elements. Based in Langley, BC, they’ve built a strong reputation for quality
Anthem Executive Assists the University of Montevallo With President Search
Anthem Executive has assisted in the recruitment of Michelle R. Johnston as the first female president of the University of Montevallo (UM). Michael Ballew, Scott Watson, Mike “JR” Wheless, and Florene Stawowy led the assignment. Dr. Johnston has served as the president of Georgia Southwestern State University since 2024. Prior to her current presidency, she served as president of three other higher education
Mercuri Urval Appoints Non-Executive Director
Stockholm, Sweden-based executive search firm Mercuri Urval (MU) has announced that Jan Sasse, partner at AlterInvest, was named as non-executive director to the MU group board. He will join the current board members Cecilia Strand, Mieke Weijenberg, Cecilia Beer, Richard Moore, and chairman Roger Hagafors. “We are pleased to welcome Jan Sasse as non-executive director of the MU
M&A Becomes a Capability-Driven Acquisition Strategy
EY-Parthenon is forecasting an eight percent increase in U.S. deal volume for transactions exceeding $100 million in 2026, underscoring how central M&A remains to corporate strategy. Yet beneath the headline numbers sits a more important story. The role of acquisitions is evolving. Companies are no longer pursuing deals primarily for scale or market share. Increasingly,
The Hidden Challenges Every First-Time CEO Faces
The corner office has never been more accessible—or more demanding. As boards increasingly turn to a new generation of leaders to navigate disruption, growth, and transformation, first-time CEOs are stepping into roles that require a fundamentally different set of skills than those that propelled them to the top. While many arrive with impressive track records,
Myers McRae Assists Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology with Provost Search
Following a nationwide search, Macon, GA-based Myers McRae Executive Search and Consulting has assisted in the recruitment of Richie Roberts as provost of Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology. Kenny Daugherty and Brianna Douglas led the assignment. Dr. Roberts’ selection was guided by a search committee of OSUIT administrators, faculty, staff and students, which was assisted by national search firm Myers McRae. “The entire
Lancer Group Recruits Chief Technology Officer for Minitab
La Jolla, CA-headquartered search firm Lancer Group has recruited Kevin Gordon as chief technology officer of Minitab. “We’re excited to welcome Kevin Gordon as chief technology officer at Minitab,” the company said. “This is an exciting step forward in the evolution of our technology strategy and will help accelerate innovation across our organization and solutions platform.” “Kevin brings
Friisberg & Partners International Names Managing Partner of its Copenhagen Office
Fribourg, Switzerland-headquartered Friisberg & Partners International has expanded with the addition of Birgitte Olrik as managing partner of its Copenhagen office, strengthening the firm’s presence in the Nordic region and supporting the continued execution of our international growth strategy. “The future of executive search belongs to firms that combine exceptional local expertise with international reach,” said Zoltán Pethő,
Attracting the Right CHRO Starts with the Right Job Description
Hiring a head of HR is one of the most consequential leadership decisions an organization can make, yet many companies struggle to define the role in a way that reflects their actual needs. The most effective job descriptions go beyond qualifications and responsibilities, offering candidates a clear picture of the challenges, priorities, and business objectives
Coulter Partners Recruits Chief Medical Officer for Neumirna Therapeutics
Life sciences recruiting specialist Coulter Partners has placed Ferenc Tracik as chief medical officer of Neumirna Therapeutics. “Neumirna has reached an inflection point: the question is no longer whether the science works, but how quickly we can translate it into an option for patients with urgent unmet need. Ferenc has the experience to get us there,” said Ellen
McCormack + Kristel Seeking CEO for Central New York ON RAMP
McCormack + Kristel is currently seeking a CEO for Central New York ON RAMP. New York State Empire State Development (ESD) recently engaged CenterState Corporation for Economic Opportunity (CenterState CEO), an business leadership and economic development organization, to lead, incubate, and launch the Central New York One Network for Regional Advanced Manufacturing Projects (ON RAMP). The
Bespoke Partners Appoints Leader of People and HR Practice
San Diego, CA-headquartered Bespoke Partners recently named Dani Pfeiffer as a partner leading the people and human resources leader recruiting practice serving both software and industrials sector companies. She will lead dedicated recruiting teams on searches for talent executives for private equity portfolio companies for the software and SaaS clients served by Bespoke Partners and industrial clients served by Industra Talent Partners,
Wilson Forms New Alliance with Poetry to Advance AI capabilities
Global talent solutions provider Wilson has formed a new partnership with Poetry to strengthen its AI-enabled recruitment capabilities. The collaboration supports Wilson’s continued focus on embedding technology into its RPO delivery model through Wilson Workspace, its technology ecosystem. “We’re excited to announce our new partnership with Poetry,” said Charles Faigle, chief delivery officer at Wilson. This
What Executive Candidates Want From Employers Today
The executive talent market today has fundamentally shifted and senior leaders are evaluating employers through a far more demanding lens. They no longer weigh opportunities primarily on compensation or title; they assess the total leadership experience: governance, culture, organizational stability, purpose, autonomy, flexibility and long-term growth, according to a report from Kestria. “To attract and retain
WittKieffer Retained by Roosevelt University for President Search
Oak Brook, IL-based WittKieffer has been retained by Roosevelt University in Chicago to lead in its search for its seventh president. Ali Malekzadeh is retiring after being with the school since 2015. Senior partner Christine Pendleton, consultant Sandra Chu, senior associate Maya Holt-Brockenbrough, and senior advisor Ray Crossman. Roosevelt University seeks a student-centered president who is committed
Buffkin / Baker Acquires HR-Focused Benson Executive Search
Partner-led executive search firm Buffkin / Baker has acquired Boston, MA-based Benson Executive Search, a boutique firm focused on the human resources sector. Financial terms of deal were not disclosed. The acquisition strengthens Buffkin / Baker’s HR functional capabilities and gives the firm a stronger presence in the Northeast. “We’re thrilled to welcome Benson Executive Search to
SPMB Recruits Fills Senior Finance Position for Uber
Steven Popper of SPMB Executive Search has placed Wendy Drummond Craig as senior director, technical accounting, reporting, and M&A at Uber. In her new role, she will oversee teams responsible for technical accounting matters, SEC reporting, and accounting for mergers and acquisitions. “Wendy brings an extraordinary combination of technical accounting expertise, SEC reporting experience, and strategic advisory leadership
True Launches AI Capability Index for Executive Assessment
Global executive talent platform True has launched the True AI Capability Index, a proprietary framework that predicts executive performance in the AI-transformation age. “We are entering a phase where relationship depth and judgment matter more than ever,” said Brad Stadler, co-founder and CEO of True Platform. “The cost of finding names is decreasing. True’s advantage lies in our ability
AI-Native Talent Won’t Fix AI-Foreign Organizations
As artificial intelligence moves from experimentation to enterprise-wide adoption, organizations are grappling with a fundamental question: what does it actually mean to become AI-native? While the term has quickly entered the business lexicon, many leaders are still struggling to define the capabilities, operating models, and cultural shifts required to make that vision a reality. “Some
ZRG Partners Acquires Fortium
ZRG Partners has acquired Fortium, a Dallas-based search firm that provides fractional, interim, and project-based CIO, CTO, and CISO leadership. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. “Companies are making more nuanced decisions about leadership than they did even a few years ago, particularly in technology,” said Mark Viner, leader of interim solutions & project
Lochlin Partners Recruits SVP of HR for the National Association of Corporate Directors
Lochlin Partners has placed Marian Stevens as senior vice president, human resources of the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) in Washington, D.C. “Marian’s deep experience in talent development, organizational effectiveness, and culture will help NACD to continue building the internal capabilities needed to support our growth and deliver on our mission,” said Peter Gleason, president and CEO of
JDG Associates Tapped by Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute to Find New Leader
Rockville, MD-based executive search firm JDG Associates has been retained by the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) to lead its search for a new president and CEO. The Chicago-based institute, the leading technical institute and trade association for the precast, prestressed concrete industry in North America, seeks a visionary and collaborative executive to succeed its long-serving chief executive,
ZRG’s Walking the Talk Unveils Enhanced Taylor Assessment Tool
The Walking the Talk division of ZRG Partners has introduced its enhanced Taylor Assessment, a tool for assessing leaders’ cultural preferences. The Taylor Assessment directly measures contribution to an organization’s current or desired future culture. It can be used for recruitment, leadership, team, and organizational development. The assessment is based on the framework first laid out
Salary.com Adds Banking Sector Job Models
Salary.com, Inc., a provider of on-demand compensation, payroll and talent management solutions, has added banking and financial services industry job models to its growing job model and competency library of more than 1,200 job models and 1,300 functional competencies, which provide data and structure for typical jobs at all levels of an organization. Banking and
Isaacson, Miller Completes Search for America University
Isaacson, Miller has placed Dr. Peter Starr as dean The College of Arts and Sciences at American University. Dr. Starr was previously a professor of French and comparative literature in the College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences at the University of Southern California (USC), where he also served as the college's interim dean, dean of
Workstream Posts Flat Revenues
Workstream Inc., a provider of on-demand compensation, performance and talent management software, has posted revenues of $5 million for the second quarter fiscal 2010, compared to $5.1 million during the same period last year. Net loss was $341,000, or one cent per share, compared to $1.3 million, or two cents per share, a year ago.
Amrop Strategies to Lead CEO Search for HSE
Executive search firm Amrop Strategis has been retained by the Health Service Executive to lead in its search for a new chief executive. The HSE is Ireland's government organization responsible for the provision of healthcare and providing health and personal social services. Founded in 1983, Amrop Strategis is focused on the recruitment of directors and
Monster, CareerBuilder Still Tops When Posting Jobs Online
eQuest announced the findings of its statistical reporting on job advertisements on the internet for 2009. The majority of eQuest's U.S. customers still prefer Monster.com and CareerBuilder as their preferred destinations when posting online job advertisements. During June 1, 2009 and December 31, 2009, both Monster and CareerBuilder garnered staggering traffic numbers, totaling almost 200
Korn Ferry Unveils IPhone Application
Korn/Ferry International has launched Korn/Ferry Connect, a new iPhone application available on Apple's App Store. Korn/Ferry Connect gives users direct access to the firm's executive recruitment services, including the ability to view job opportunities, contact consultants, review thought leadership and more. "The launch of our new iPhone application is just the latest example of Korn/Ferry's
Nosal Partners Completes Search for Arthritis Foundation
Executive leadership solutions firm Nosal Partners LLC has placed Barbara J. Newhouse as regional chief executive officer for the Mid-Atlantic region of the Arthritis Foundation. Ms. Newhouse was most recently chief operating officer for the Autism Society of America Inc. The search was conducted by David Nosal, chairman and CEO, Terri Naughtin, managing partner, and
Recruiters Increase Social Media Networking to Fill Jobs
JCSI, a corporate staffing consulting firm, surveyed HR executives and recruiters in a variety of industries to determine how they plan to find and attract the best talent in 2010. The study found that hiring demands are increasing for most companies, but recruiting teams are still limited with budget constraints. With the high costs and
Interview: Indeed.com Founder Discusses Online Recruitment
Paul Forster is the co-founder of Indeed.com. Along with Rony Kahan, Mr. Forster launched Indeed in 2005 as a search engine for jobs, allowing job seekers to find positions posted on thousands of company career sites and job boards. He previously founded and managed Jobsinthemoney, a leading jobsite dedicated to finance professionals. In the following
Whiterock Group to Join with Accretive Solution
The WhiteRock Group, an executive search firm serving the financial services industry, is combining its practice with Accretive Solutions. Gustavo Dolfino, president and founder of The WhiteRock Group, will lead a team within Accretive Solutions focusing primarily on financial services, including asset management firms, hedge funds, and investment banks. Also joining Accretive Solutions from WhiteRock
Odgers Berndtson to Acquire Majority Interest from Parent Company
U.K.-based executive search firm Odgers Berndtson has entered into an agreement to acquire a majority interest in the business from its parent company OPD Group plc. OPD will continue to hold the remaining interest in the business. A new company has been formed for the purposes of the transaction called Newco. Newco will be 50.5
Work&Partners to Lead CEO Search for the Orchard
New York-based Work&Partners LLC has been retained to recruit a new president and chief executive officer for The Orchard, a full service digital media company. Founded in 1997, The Orchard specializes in the distribution of music and video entertainment across the digital spectrum. Founded in 2002, Work&Partners recruits senior level executives for top management consulting
U.K. Online Recruitment Activity Stays Level
The Monster Employment Index Europe, a monthly analysis of millions of online job opportunities culled from a large, representative selection of corporate career sites and job boards across Europe, was unchanged in December, with offerings down 24 percent year-on-year, a much slower rate of contraction than reported in November. The U.K. saw the biggest jump
Heidrick & Struggles Adds to Global Life Sciences Practice
Ira J. Isaacson, M.D., has joined the global life sciences practice as a partner at Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International. He will be based in the firm's Atlanta office. “Ira is a tremendous addition for us at Heidrick & Struggles. We're delighted to welcome him to the firm, particularly given the opportunities
CTPartners to Lead CFO Search for Celsion Corp
CTPartners has been selected by Celsion Corporation to lead its search for a new CFO. The company announced the departure of Sean F. Moran, CFO, effective January 8, 2010. Celsion is dedicated to the development and commercialization of innovative oncology drugs including tumor-targeting treatments using focused heat energy in combination with heat-activated drug delivery systems.
Conselium Opens International Division
Conselium, an executive search firm with a specialty in ethics and compliance, has introduced Conselium International Executive Search, serving Europe, Latin America and Asia. “In response to growing client needs, Conselium International Executive Search was created to assist clients looking to bolster their compliance and ethics talent in offices and locations across the globe,” said
SoftScape Selected by Dave & Buster’s
Softscape, a global provider of people management software, has been selected by Dave & Buster's, an operator of high volume entertainment and dining complexes, to roll out a new talent management solution. Softscape's HR platform will manage performance management, succession planning, and learning management for Dave & Buster's to improve visibility and efficiency of critical
VMA Group Seeks Recruiters to Grow Global Business
U.K.-headquartered recruitment consultancy firm VMA Group has named Oskar Yasar, currently managing director of VMA Search, as managing director of VMA International where he will spearhead the expansion of VMA Group's offices in Europe, the Middle East, the Far East and Australia. As part of the firm’s strategy to develop its international network and to
Spencer Stuart Places CEO at Hill-Rom Holdings
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has recruited John J. Greisch as chief executive officer of Hill-Rom Holdings, Inc. Mr. Greisch most recently served as Baxter International's president of international operations and was formerly the company’s CFO. Hill-Rom is a worldwide manufacturer and provider of medical technologies and related services for the health care industry. Founded
Tatum Adds to Chicago Office
Tatum LLC has added James Dimitriou as managing partner of the Chicago office. He will be responsible for developing, expanding and managing Tatum's Chicago practice. Prior to joining Tatum, Mr. Dimitriou was the executive vice president of nGenera Corporation where he managed sales of more than $70m in sales across the four major business units
Prince Houston Taps CEO for Janus Capital Group
New York-based executive search firm The Prince Houston Group has placed Richard M. Weil as chief executive officer at The Janus Capital Group Inc. Mr. Weil previously spent 13 years with PIMCO where he most recently served as their global head of PIMCO Advisory, a member of the executive committee, and member of the board
DHR Names New EVP
Executive search firm DHR International has named John V. Jazylo as executive vice president where he will split his time between the firm’s New York and Newark offices. Prior to joining DHR, Mr. Jazylo served as president, managing director and founder of JVJ Associates, a management wellness practice specializing in organizational performance (team assessment and
Korn Ferry Adds to North America Real Estate Practice
Korn/Ferry International has added Anthony J. LoPinto as head of its North America real estate practice. He will be based in Korn/Ferry’s New York office. Mr. LoPinto joins Korn/Ferry from Equinox Partners, a boutique real estate executive search firm, where he served as founder and CEO and oversaw offices in New York, Washington D.C., San
Saba Posts Revenue Gain
Saba/(NASDAQ:SABA), a provider of human capital management (HCM) solutions, has posted revenues of $27.5 million for the second quarter year 2010, up 6.4 percent from revenues of $25.8 million a year ago. The company earned $1 million, or seven cents per share, compared to a loss of $355,000, or one cent per share, in the
Despite Weak Labor Market, Workers Still Plan to Job Change
Recent improvements in the economy may have some workers preparing to move to a new job in the new year, with nearly one-in-five workers (19 percent) reporting they plan to leave their current job in 2010 to find a new one. Nine percent said they plan to leave in 2011. This is according to CareerBuilder’s
Preston | Reffett Adds Director to Open San Antonio Office
Preston | Reffett, LLC has added John Hughes, formerly the founder of Hughes / Valdez Executive Search as a managing director. Mr. Hughes will establish a new office based in San Antonio. Prior to establishing his own executive recruitment firm, Mr. Hughes held recruiting leadership roles in food retail, specialty retail, distribution, manufacturing, club retail,
Major, Lindsey & Africa Places General Counsel at Marina Bay Sands
Legal search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa has placed Faris Alsagoff as Asia general counsel of Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. The search was led by Caroline Lim, leader of MLA’s in-house practice in Asia. “Marina Bay Sands was looking for someone with experience working with the Singapore government who would fit into the Sands
HR Outsourcing Association Adds to Global Board
Recruiting company Spherion Corporation has announced that Rebecca Callahan, president of the company's SourceRight Solutions division, has been elected to the Human Resources Outsourcing Association's (HROA) global board of trustees. In this new role, Ms. Callahan joins an exclusive group of internationally recognized HR and HRO leaders representing the talent acquisition community. Together with the
Monster Employment Index Dips in December
The Monster Employment Index, a monthly analysis of millions of online job opportunities culled from a large, representative selection of corporate career sites and job boards, edged down four points in December, amid a relatively mild seasonal fall in online recruitment activity. On a year-over-year basis, the Index is now down 12 percent, the mildest
Interview: Recruiting CEO Tim Sheffield Discusses Investing for the Future and Leveraging a Global Brand
Tim Sheffield is founder and chief executive of executive search firm Sheffield Haworth Group. He began his career on the London, Chicago and Sydney Exchanges selling and trading Exchange Traded Derivatives. Since 1993, Mr. Sheffield has been responsible for the management and strategic development of the Sheffield Haworth Group, creating the leading specialist international executive
AESC Names Americas Council Board Member
The Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) has selected Kenneth D. Carrick Jr., partner and managing director of Coleman Lew & Associates, as an Americas council board member for a three-year term. “Coleman Lew & Associates is a long-time member of the AESC,” said Mr. Carrick. “I am pleased to serve on the Americas council
