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SPMB Recruits Chief Data Officer for Finastra
SPMB Executive Search has recruited Ali Khan as chief data officer for London-based financial services company Finastra. Managing partner Mike Doonan led the assignment. “Congratulations to Finastra on welcoming Ali Khan as its new chief data officer,” SPMB said in a LinkedIn post. “A multi-industry data & AI veteran, Ali has held senior leadership roles at
Jobplex Strengthens Midwest Healthcare Practice with Acquisition
Jobplex, the Chicago-based partner company of DHR Global, has acquired Healthcare Management Group and appointed Brooke Wedding as managing partner. This strategic partnership strengthens Jobplex’s healthcare services and solutions practice and expands its reach in the Midwest. Based in Columbus, OH, Ms. Wedding has more than 25 years of experience in healthcare recruitment, leadership development, and talent
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.
BoardWalk Consulting Leading Chief Philanthropy Officer Search for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul
BoardWalk Consulting was recently selected by the Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SVdP) to lead in its search for a chief philanthropy officer. The search is being led by Terri Kohan and Patti Kish. Philanthropy is central to that ambition. SVdP USA’s leadership aims to grow national fundraising substantially over the next three to
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?
Bespoke Partners Launches AI Leadership Benchmarks for PE-Backed Software and SaaS
Bespoke Partners has released its AI Leadership Benchmarking Guide for measuring AI deployment progress in software and SaaS company leadership for the private equity industry. “Panic drove the SaaSpocalypse fear that AI will kill software, but the transformation of software and SaaS using AI has been under way for years,” said Eric Walczykowski, CEO of
Search Leaders Have Mastered Prompting. Now They Want AI that Works for Them
As artificial intelligence becomes more deeply embedded in executive search, firms are moving beyond basic adoption to determine how the technology can deliver measurable business value. The focus is increasingly shifting toward improving productivity, strengthening client relationships, and giving recruiters more time to concentrate on high-value activities. But realizing those benefits will require more than
TurnkeyZRG Leading Athletic Director Search for the University of Michigan
The University of Michigan is launching a national search for its next athletic director, with president-elect C. Cybele Raver leading the process in partnership with current president Domenico Grasso. The school has retained TurnkeyZRG to lead the assignment. The university is seeking a leader of unquestioned integrity who will take a fresh, comprehensive look at Michigan
Lock Search Group Leading Efforts to Recruit CEO for Atlas Sign & Awning
Toronto-headquartered executive recruitment firm Lock Search Group was retained by Atlas Sign & Awning to find its next CEO. Recruitment consultant, partner Cameron Lappin is leading the assignment. Reporting directly to the CEO of the holding company, the appointed CEO for Atlas Sign & Awning will provide strategic and operational leadership across all facets of the business,
Slayton Search Partners Grows Consumer Practice
Slayton Search Partners has expanded with the addition of Karen Ouchterloney as vice president and managing principal in the firm’s consumer practice. “We are pleased to welcome Karen to Slayton Search Partners,” said Richard Slayton, CEO and managing partner. “Her combination of firsthand operating experience with leading consumer brands and more than 13 years advising clients
TRANSEARCH Adds New Member Firm in Poland
Executive search consultants are seeing an increase in hiring mandates from around the world. To meet demand, they continue to develop new practices, hire new recruiters, and open new locations. Global recruiting consortiums, meanwhile, are taking advantage of a resurgence in certain geographic areas. TRANSEARCH International has added GP Executive as a member firm in
Consulting Partner Compensation Strengthens as AI and Private Equity Reshape the Market
The North American consulting market is showing signs of renewed strength, with improving revenue performance and resilient partner compensation. A new report from The Barton Partnership examines how compensation, ownership structures, and career expectations are evolving as consulting firms navigate shifting business models and growing private equity investment. The findings also point to mounting concerns
The Old Math Is Broken: Rethinking Growth, Headcount and Margins in the AI Era
The traditional growth model for executive search firms is undergoing a significant shift as artificial intelligence reshapes how recruiting businesses operate. For years, expansion meant adding more clients, mandates, recruiters, and overhead. Today, AI is creating opportunities to increase productivity, improve margins, and grow revenue without expanding headcount at the same pace. These advances are
Preng & Associates Recruits Chief Construction Officer for Pacifico Energy
Houston-based Preng & Associates has placed Ronald Hall as chief construction officer at Pacifico Energy, a global energy infrastructure developer specializing in power generation and customized energy solutions for commercial, industrial, and data center customers. The appointment comes at a pivotal time for Pacifico Energy as the company advances major power generation developments to meet
Potrero Group Currently Seeking Executive Director for The Pisgah Conservancy
San Francisco-based leadership consulting and search firm Potrero Group is currently leading the executive director search for The Pisgah Conservancy. Senior consultant Jena Kuznik is leading the assignment. The executive director serves as TPC’s chief executive and is the primary steward of its mission, culture, and long-term vision. This is an opportunity to lead a respected conservation organization
Charles Aris Appoints Senior Practice Leader
Greensboro, NC-based executive search firm Charles Aris Executive Search has expanded with the recent addition of Scott Kennedy as senior practice leader. He will lead CFO and senior finance executive searches for growth-oriented and sponsor-backed companies, with a particular focus on software, technology and TMT. Over more than a decade in executive search, Mr. Kennedy has worked on
Talent Alignment: Why Human Capital Must Be Central to Business Strategy
While growth is expected to strengthen a business, many organizations eventually reach a point where the opposite appears to be true. Decision-making slows, accountability becomes less defined, and initiatives begin to lose momentum. Leaders begin wondering whether they need different people, a recent report from Ascentria Search Partners explained. Sometimes they do, but not always. But
Isaacson, Miller Recruits 17th President for Virginia Tech
Boston-based Isaacson, Miller has assisted in the recruitment of Richard Linton as the 17th president of Virginia Tech. He succeeds Tim Sands, who announced his resignation in April. Greg Esposito and Julie Filizetti led the search with Kristen Andersen, Raul Bernal, Victoria Castillo, and Gabrielle Nayar. “Virginia Tech is poised to make a generational leap as a
NU Advisory Partners Recruits Chief Marketing Officer for Paula’s Choice
NU Advisory Partners has placed Sheila Shekar Pollak as chief marketing officer of Paula’s Choice. The search was led by Libby Naumes, Penina Remler, and Kelsey Kelly. Ms. Shekar Pollak brings more than 20 years of marketing and brand leadership experience across consumer, beauty, apparel, and outdoor brands. Most recently, she served as chief marketing officer
Modern Executive Solutions Names New Leader to Drive M1 Technology Community Expansion
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Joan Rohs as senior partner, M1 Technology Community. “We’re building an integrated network that connects exceptional leaders, brings together the right expertise, and helps prepare executives for a world being reshaped by AI,” said Mark Oppenheimer, CEO of Modern Executive Solutions. “Joan brings an extraordinary
StevenDouglas Expands HR Practice
StevenDouglas recently expanded with the addition of Brittney Molitor as a director, human resources search. “Brittney takes a highly consultative approach to search, focusing on both the capabilities required for a role and the cultural alignment needed for long-term success,” StevenDouglas said in a LinkedIn post. “She is passionate about building genuine relationships with clients
Insight Partners Launches Empower to Prepare CIOs for Board Roles
AI and software investor Insight Partners has launched Empower, a program that helps Global 2000 CIOs plan and prepare for board seats, startup advisory positions and other portfolio-career paths while they are still in their operating roles. Empower launches with 10 delivery partners, including Diligent, Heidrick & Struggles, Riviera Partners, and Global Mentors Group, and has
Brettschneider Executive Search Tapped by William Paterson University to Find Next Provost
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been retained by William Paterson University (WP) to lead in its search for a provost and senior vice president for academic affairs. Reporting to president Richard J. Helldobler, the provost will serve as chief academic officer and as a visible, collaborative partner to the president, cabinet, deans, and faculty governance bodies.
Klein Hersh Recruits President and CEO for Shenandoah Therapeutics
Klein Hersh, a search firm focused on the life sciences and healthcare industries, has placed Steve Worland as president, CEO and a member of the board of directors at Shenandoah Therapeutics. Co-founder and founding CEO Isabella Graef, has transitioned to chief scientific officer and will continue to lead Shenandoah’s scientific strategy. “I’m delighted to welcome
Harris Search Associates Seeking Research Leader for Texas A&M Semiconductor Institute
Harris Search Associates is currently seeking the inaugural director of research for Texas A&M Semiconductor Institute (TSI). Jeffrey Harris and Richard Skinner are leading the assignment. Working in close partnership with the TSI Director and other Institute leaders, the director of research serves as a catalyst to refine and evolve the TSI’s research strategy, focused on large-scale academic-industry-government private
BarkerGilmore Names Senior Director
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, recently expanded with the addition of Jesus Meraz as senior director. He brings a unique combination of leadership experience, legal training, and strategic business insight to the firm’s executive search practice. His career has been defined by helping organizations identify, attract, and develop
Revenge Quitting Creates New Challenges for Recruiters
You spend weeks helping a team find the right person. A few months later, that same role lands back on your desk because the employee has resigned. Now the position is urgent, the hiring manager wants a replacement right away, and the pressure is coming from every direction. When exits like this occur at particularly
Peña Search Seeking Chief Strategy Officer for Housing Forward
Peña Search was recently retained by Housing Forward to lead in its hunt for a chief strategy officer. Travis Hillier is leading the assignment. Reporting to the president and CEO, the chief strategy officer will serve as Housing Forward’s chief strategist and a member of the executive leadership team. The CSO will oversee the teams
Nexus Search Partners Recruits CEO for Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region
Nexus Search Partners, an executive search and advisory firm in Charlotte, NC, has assisted in the recruitment of Bryant Owens as the new CEO of Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region. He will succeed Laura Belcher, who has served the organization with distinction for more than 12 years. Owens will become the sixth CEO
Charles Aris Launches Interim Search Business
Organizations are increasingly turning to flexible leadership solutions to navigate periods of change, execute strategic initiatives and drive value creation, especially in private equity. In response to this growing demand, Greensboro, NC-based executive search firm Charles Aris Executive Search has launched Charles Aris Interim Solutions, a new division dedicated to connecting organizations with experienced independent talent for interim
Kelly to Acquire Motion Recruitment Partners
Global specialty talent solutions provider Kelly has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC (MRP), from Littlejohn & Co., LLC, a private investment firm based in Greenwich, CT. Under the terms of the agreement, Kelly will acquire MRP for $425 million in cash to be paid at close, with additional earnout potential
Global HR Outsourcing Creates Recruitment Services Division
Global Human Resources Outsourcing (GHRO) has launched a recruitment services division. “There are a plethora of hidden expenses associated with departing employees that include loss of productivity, loss of knowledge, payout of annual leave, costs to cover overtime shifts, supervisor and HR staff time; and then costs associated with making the right replacement hiring decisions
Monster Employment Index Shows Improved U.S. Online Jobs Demand
The Monster Employment Index (MEI), a monthly analysis of millions of online job opportunities culled from a large, representative selection of corporate career sites and job boards, rose eight points in April as a number of industries initiated springtime recruitment efforts. The annual growth rate further accelerated, rising by 11 percent, the highest rate of
TRANSEARCH Expands Staff
TRANSEARCH International has added Sangeeta Lal, Kari Engelbarth, Lars Tegelberg, Thomas Hellmann and Sven-Uwe Hess to its New Delhi, Helsinki, Gothenburg and Frankfurt offices. Ms. Lal is a senior partner in the firm’s New Delhi office and a member of its industrial practice. She was previously a client partner with Korn/Ferry International and spent seven
Kenexa and HireRight Form Alliance
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has formed a partnership with HireRight, a provider of on-demand employment screening solutions. The alliance will provide integrated employment screening services within Kenexa's on-demand talent management solutions for global organizations. HireRight's services and screening program management features will be built into Kenexa 2x BrassRing
Lonergan Partners Places CEO at CS-Keys, Inc.
Executive search firm Lonergan Partners has recruited Robert Feeney, Ph.D. as chief executive officer of CS-Keys, Inc. The search was led by Mark Reiff. Dr. Feeney most recently served as vice president of business development for NeoGenomics Laboratories. “We were pleased to work with the investors, founders, and the board of CS-Keys. Their commitment to
NoblePlans and Tango to Provide Recruitment Solutions for Nonprofits
NoblePlans, an end-to-end recruitment provider, partnered with TANGO (The Alliance for Non-profit Growth & Opportunity) to offer a portfolio of affordable recruitment solutions and services, including the deployment and management of a charter career job board on the TANGO website exclusively for nonprofits. “We are energized to be partnering with TANGO to bring affordable staffing
Kforce Posts Slight Revenue Gain
Kforce Inc./(NASDAQ:KFRC), a provider of professional staffing services and solutions, has announced first quarter of 2009 revenue of $226.7 million, a increase of 0.9 percent from $231.3 million in revenues a year ago. The company earned $2.7 million, or seven cents per diluted share, in the period ended March 31, compared to net income of
Korn Ferry Leads Search for Hawaiian Electric Industries
Korn/Ferry International has been chosen by Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc. to conduct a nationwide search for a new president of its subsidiary American Savings Bank. Serving Hawaii’s businesses and communities for more than 80 years, American Savings Bank provides a full range of financial products and services, including commercial and consumer banking, and insurance and
Anderson & Associates Adds Consultant; Opens Midwest Office
Charlotte, NC-based executive search firm Anderson & Associates has added Richard Jarman as a search consultant. Mr. Jarman will open a Midwest office for the firm and will be located in Kansas City. Mr. Jarmen most recently served as president of Columbian Tech Tank, the largest division of CST Industries. He has held leadership positions
SuccessFactors Posts 24 Percent Revenue Jump; Acquires CubeTree
SuccessFactors, Inc./(NASDAQ:SFSF) has posted first quarter revenues of $43.8 million, an increase of 24 percent, compared to $35.2 million in the same period a year ago. The company posted a net loss of $4.7 million, or six cents a share, compared with a loss of $5.7 million, or 10 cents a share last year. “Something
Ceridian Releases Hire ACT Incentives Estimator
Ceridian Corporation, a provider of managed HR, employee benefits administration, tax filing and payroll outsourcing solutions, has released its HIRE Act Incentives Estimator. The Estimator is a PDF-based calculator that can be used by employers to help determine potential tax benefits available to them under the Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment Act of 2010. “The
Interview: Hire Authority’s Carol Quinn Discusses How To Find Top Talent (part 2)
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
Harvey Nash Expands in Norway with Bjerke & Luther
Harvey Nash has acquired a majority interest in one of Norway's leading executive search, assessment and technical recruitment companies, Bjerke & Luther AS. Bjerke & Luther, based in Oslo, will expand Harvey Nash's Nordic/Scandinavian business, Harvey Nash Alumni. The Group has also recently established a new office in Helsinki comprising two recruiters to complete its
CarterBaldwin Adds Former Thomson Reuters SVP
Atlanta-headquartered CarterBaldwin Executive Search has added David Clapp as partner. Mr. Clapp previously served as SVP and general manager in the tax and accounting division at Thomson Reuters. He joined Thomson Reuters as one of several founders of Tax Partners, LLC, acquired by Thomson in 2005. Prior to founding Tax Partners, he held marketing and
Nosal Partners Recruits CFO for Palo Alto Networks
Executive recruiter Nosal Partners LLC has placed Michael E. Lehman as chief financial officer for Palo Alto Networks, a network security company. Mr. Lehman was previously executive vice president and CFO of corporate resources for Sun Microsystems, Inc. The search was conducted by David Nosal, chairman and CEO, and Punit Aggarwal, partner. Headquartered in San
CDI Corp. Posts 8 Percent Revenue Decline; MRI Down 1.8 Percent
CDI Corp./(NYSE:CDI), a Philadelphia-based provider of IT-focused recruitment solutions, posted first quarter revenues of $209.9 million, a decrease of 8.2 percent from revenues of $228.7 million a year ago. During the quarter, the company reported a net loss of $0.2 million, or one cent per diluted share, versus a net loss of $0.9 million, or
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
