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JDG Associates Fills Senior Position for the International Bottled Water Association
Rockville, MD-based executive search firm JDG Associates recently assisted in the recruitment of Jeremy Pollack as vice president of government relations for the International Bottled Water Association (IBWA). “Jeremy’s deep understanding of the regulatory landscape, successful track record with legislative fly-ins, and experience working with companies that are members of both IBWA and Water Quality Association
Cornerstone International Group Opens Office in Seoul
Cornerstone International Group, a global executive search and leadership development firm, has opened a new office in Seoul. “The launch of our Seoul office is a strategic milestone in Cornerstone’s global journey,” said Simon Wan, chairman and CEO at Cornerstone. “South Korea is a thriving hub of innovation and global business. We are here to
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 Evolution of the CHRO: From Personnel to Enterprise Leadership
The responsibilities of today’s chief human resources officer extend far beyond talent management, reflecting a broader shift in how organizations view leadership and business performance. As workforce transformation, artificial intelligence, and organizational change reshape corporate priorities, the CHRO has become an increasingly influential voice in helping CEOs and boards navigate strategic decisions. Not long ago,
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?
GHP Search Assists Christel House with the Recruitment of New Board Members
GHP Search, formerly known as Greenwich Harbor Partners, has helped Christel House Intl. to recruit John Gomes, partner, global telecom and technology at Bain & Co, and former partner, software at Kearney, Mani Iyer, chief AI and technology officer at Vanguard and former SVP – global head of infrastructure, data and technology at Paypal. Mr. Gomes is a globally recognized transformation and strategy leader in
TOC Arts Partners Assists Union Arts Center with the Recruitment of First Artistic Director
Following an extensive national search, New York City-based TOC Arts Partners has assisted Union Arts Center in Seattle, WA, with the recruitment of Yuvika Tolani as the first permanent artistic director. The search was led by vice president of executive search, Cynthia Fuhrman. “As a former resident of Seattle myself, I have enjoyed many performances
Why PE Organizations Need to Apply Their Own Playbook to Themselves
Private equity firms have long applied rigorous operating frameworks to the companies they acquire, but many have yet to bring that same discipline to their own organizations. As market conditions demand stronger operational execution and more consistent value creation, leading firms are rethinking how they structure teams, define leadership roles, and integrate operating expertise across
ZRG Aspen Leadership Group Seeking Chief of Development for the American LGBTQ+ Museum
ZRG Aspen Leadership Group was recently retained by the American LGBTQ+ Museum to lead in its search for chief of development. Jeanette Rivera-Watts is leading the assignment. Reporting to the executive director, the chief of development will provide the leadership, direction, and coordination of fundraising strategies and activities to advance the mission of the American
Lochlin Partners Recruits CFO for the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association
Lochlin Partners has recruited Janelle Padgett as VP and CFO of the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association in Glen Allen, VA. Ms. Padgett has more than 25 years of progressive executive leadership experience across complex healthcare systems, including multiple CFO, controller, and senior finance leadership roles within both for-profit and non-profit healthcare organizations. Most recently,
Why PE Firms Need Operational CFOs as Executive Growth Planners
Consider a private equity deal team forced to hold a portfolio company well beyond its planned exit timeline—not because the business underperformed, but because the IPO market stalled and potential buyers disappeared. Today, that scenario is more common than exceptional, a recent report from Odgers explained. “In an era where capital is abundant but exits
Executive Hiring Without Borders: Navigating the Opportunities and Risks
Remote work has transformed how we do business. When it comes to hiring, there are no borders. Companies can choose leaders from around the globe to guide their organizations. While beneficial, this can also present issues, according to a new report from Stahl Recruiting Executive Search, an executive search firm specializing in the railway industry. “When
Academic Search Recruits 10th President for the University of Saint Mary
Following a nationwide search, education-focused executive recruiter Academic Search has assisted in the recruitment of Ann Marie Fallon as the 10th president of the University of Saint Mary (USM) in Leavenworth, KS. Senior consultants Suzanne Mellon and Disa Mason led the assignment. She will succeed Sister Diane Steele, who has led USM for 25 years and last summer announced her
Why Human Judgment Will Matter More in the Age of AI
AI will accomplish extraordinary things—but it will also tempt us to mistake output for humanity. It has the potential to boost productivity, reduce costs, accelerate insight and innovation, and, when used thoughtfully, even deepen our self-awareness. As AI agents and systems become increasingly capable of showing reasoning, empathy, and elements of judgment, many people will
The Tolan Group Recruits VP of Payor Strategy at CCRM Fertility
The Tolan Group (TTG) has placed Marianne Fanning as vice president of payor strategy at CCRM Fertility, bringing extensive experience in managed care strategy, payor relations, and reimbursement optimization. Ms. Fanning’s appointment reflects CCRM Fertility’s continued investment in expanding patient access, strengthening payor partnerships, and supporting the organization’s long-term growth strategy. Prior to joining CCRM Fertility,
Kaye/Bassman Names Leader of North Division, Construction and Real Estate Practice
Plano, TX-based executive search firm Kaye/Bassman International (KBIC), a Starfish Partners company, has named Lee Martin as managing director and practice leader of the north division within its construction and real estate practice. In this expanded leadership role, he will lead the continued growth of the firm’s commercial real estate, building construction, and construction technology practices across the northern United States, further advancing KBIC’s integrated
How Executive Search Is Evolving Alongside Private Equity
With private equity firms placing greater emphasis on operational execution and long-term value creation, expectations around leadership strategy are rapidly evolving. Search firms are increasingly being asked to move beyond traditional recruiting models and serve as broader talent advisors aligned with investment outcomes. In this environment, the distinction between transactional hiring and strategic partnership is
DSG | Koya Retained by Gilda’s Club Chicago for CEO Search
DSG | Koya has been tapped by Gilda’s Club Chicago to lead in its search for a new CEO. The search is being led by Cheryl Stevens and Claire Hunt. The next CEO will have the chance to build on Gilda’s Club Chicago’s strong foundation while leaving a lasting mark—expanding its reach, deepening community and healthcare
June Hiring Cools While Unemployment Holds at 4.2 Percent
Employment increased by 57,000 in June as the U.S. unemployment rate stood 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, changed little in June. Employment continued to trend up in professional and business services, social assistance, and healthcare. Leisure and hospitality lost jobs. The
Bell Oaks Executive Search Seeking Chief Finance and Administrative Officer for the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation
Atlanta-based Bell Oaks Executive Search is currently seeking a chief finance and administrative officer (CFAO) for the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation (WRF). The assignment is being led by partner Cynthia J. Moreland and senior search consultant Abi Gamino. The CFAO will serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and a key member of the executive
Leadership Advisory Enters a New Capital Cycle
Private capital is making one of its strongest moves yet into the leadership advisory sector. Recent investments by KKR in ghSMART and Advent International in Heidrick & Struggles represent more than headline transactions. Together, they signal a growing conviction among investors that leadership advisory firms occupy a unique position within the modern enterprise, helping organizations navigate leadership succession, organizational effectiveness, talent assessment, and
Crist|Kolder Places CFO at Mondelēz International
Crist|Kolder Associates has placed Amit Banati as executive vice president and chief financial officer of NASDAQ-traded Mondelēz International in Chicago. He will report directly to Dirk Van de Put, chair and CEO, and will be a member of the Mondelēz International leadership team. “Amit is a highly experienced CFO who brings a strong blend of financial leadership
Why Searches Lose Discipline Late and How to Prevent It
Even well-run executive searches can lose focus as the process unfolds and pressure to reach a decision begins to mount. Without consistent alignment around the original mandate, organizations risk making compromises that can undermine long-term leadership success. Most executive searches start with real clarity, a recent report from Nashville, TN-based executive search firm Morgan Samuels Company’s
NPAG Assists Proteus Fund with CEO Search
Executive search firm NPAG has assisted in the recruitment of Amardeep Singh the new president and CEO of Proteus Fund and Proteus Action League. He will officially assume the role in September. The Proteus Fund board of directors selected Mr. Singh following a rigorous national search supported by NPAG. The search was led by Ellen LaPointe, Ebony Breaux-Liang, and Andres Marcuse-Gonzalez. “On
Bullhorn Names Chief Innovation and Labs Officer and Chief Corporate Development Officer
Recruiting software provider Bullhorn recently appointed Jason Heilman as chief innovation and labs officer and Ryan Murphy as chief corporate development officer. As members of the executive leadership team, they will help drive the company’s next wave of growth and innovation. Mr. Heilman joined Bullhorn in 2020 when the company acquired Herefish, the automation platform he led
5 Ways to Evaluate a Job Offer in 2026
In today’s hiring market, the strongest job offer isn’t always the one with the biggest paycheck. Candidates who treat their next move as a base-salary math problem usually leave real money behind, according to a recent report from Lyneer Search Group, an executive talent acquisition firm specializing in finance and executive roles. The smarter approach, and the
McDermott + Bull Recruits Chief Technology Officer for JenaValve Technology
Irvine, CA-based McDermott + Bull has placed Edward Sarnowski as chief technology officer of JenaValve Technology, Inc. in Irvine, CA. The search was completed by partner Ken Dropiewski, and executive recruiter Michael Matranga. “Ed’s appointment marks an important step in the evolution of JenaValve as a company,” said John Kilcoyne, CEO of JenaValve. “With FDA approval now behind us and
JDG Associates Retained by the Institute for Defense Analyses for General Counsel Search
Rockville, MD-based executive search firm JDG Associates has been retained by the Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) to lead its search for a general counsel based in Alexandria, VA. Reporting directly to the president and CEO, the general counsel serves as IDA’s chief legal officer and secretary of the Corporation, with responsibility spanning legal counsel and
Korn Ferry to Acquire AMS in $1.1 Billion Talent Solutions Deal
Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) has entered into a definitive agreement with OMERS Private Equity to acquire U.K.-headquartered AMS. The transaction will combine Korn Ferry’s expertise across search, talent & organizational solutions, and workforce solutions with AMS’s expertise in recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), early careers and campus recruiting, contingent workforce solutions, consulting, and skills creation. The combination will
CarterBaldwin Assists Ideal Tridon Group with Chief Information Officer Search
CarterBaldwin Executive Search has helped to recruit Shane Dacus as chief information officer of Ideal Tridon Group, a portfolio company of Nautic Partners and global provider of engineered clamps, brackets, fittings, and metal framing systems. Mr. Dacus brings more than 25 years of technology leadership across industrial, manufacturing, and PE-backed platforms, with a consistent record of elevating IT
EY Deal Barometer Predicts M&A and PE Deal Volume Rise In 2024
EY just launched its first-ever EY Deal Barometer which uses historical economic and financial market indicators to predict future trends and deal volume outlooks in corporate mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and private equity (PE) deals. At the moment, the Deal Barometer is predicting that corporate U.S. M&A deal volume will rise by 12 percent year-over-year in
Spherion Posts Large Revenue Loss
Recruiting giant Spherion Corporation/(NYSE:SFN) posted fourth quarter 2009 revenues of $456 million, a 29 percent decline from revenues of $505 million during the same period last year. The Fort Lauderdale-based company posted adjusted earnings from continuing operations of $3.2 million, or $0.06 per share, compared with adjusted earnings of $0.8 million, or $0.02 per share,
DavenportMajor Places Marketing Exec at Metropcs
DavenportMajor Executive Search has recruited Robert Fant as the vice president of marketing and brand management for MetroPCS. Mr. Fant previously served as director of advertising at Advance Auto Parts. MetroPCS Communications, incorporated in 2004, is a wireless communications provider that offers wireless broadband mobile services under the MetroPCS brand in selected metropolitan areas in
INAC Adds Indian-Based Firm to Network
Brussels-headquartered INAC Executive Search Worldwide, a global network of search consultants, has added Aryan HR Consulting Pvt. Ltd. to its network. With offices in New Delhi and Bangalore, Aryan HR Consulting was established in 1992 and has consulting experience in executive search and Organizational Capability Enhancement (OCE). “We are delighted to join INAC, present in
Interview: Tatum CEO Discusses Interim Search Services
Rich D’Amaro is a tenured executive who joined professional services firm Tatum LLC as chairman and CEO in February 2005. He brings a wealth of experience in strategic management, venture funding, investment banking, and mergers and acquisitions. His career began at KPMG LLP where after 21 years he departed as a member of the firm's
Stepstone Launches Online Assessment Tool
StepStone, a London-based provider of human capital management solutions, has created a free online assessment tool that can assist businesses to quickly evaluate the effectiveness of their performance management processes. Companies taking the assessment will receive a personalized scorecard of key talent performance indicators, such as leadership effectiveness and individual goal tracking, to help evaluate
Canaan Ridge Hosts Recruiting Development Event
Fourteen executive search consultants successfully completed the most recent professional development program conducted by Canaan Ridge. The Exceptional Search Consultant program was held in Palm Beach and provided insight on industry best practices related to sales effectiveness, building client reputation and the ideal search. In addition, participants spent a full day taking a comprehensive look
Integrated Talent Management Leads to Profitable Companies
Amid a shaky job market and predictions of massive turnover once the economy rebounds, a new study confirms that companies with integrated talent management processes not only achieved greater year-over-year profitability, but are also better positioned to achieve long-term success than companies with disparate HR processes and employee database systems. The study, “Integrated Talent Management:
Department of Labor Awards Goodwill $7.3 Million for Green Jobs
Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis has announced that Goodwill Industries International will receive a $7.3 million grant as part of “Pathways Out of Poverty,” a funding opportunity authorized by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (Recovery Act). The grant will provide funds to create green job training programs as a strategy to
Spherion Acquires Tatum, LLC
Recruiting giant Spherion Corporation has acquired Tatum, LLC, a human capital solutions company providing executive search and professional coaching services. Tatum has nearly 1,000 partners and principles in 37 offices in the U.S. Total consideration for the transaction is $46 million, comprised of $11 million in Spherion stock and the remainder in cash and assumed
Connections Recruitment Creates Search Division
Connections Recruitment has launched an executive search practice to compliment the existing recruiting divisions within its business. The new division will be led by Alastair Pascoe, who will provide search and selection services across EMEA and APAC for positions ranging between $250,000 – $600,000 in the fields of sales and marketing, HR, finance, IT and
Dice Posts 25 Percent Revenue Decline
Dice Holdings, Inc./(NYSE:DHX), a career website for technology and engineering professionals, has recorded revenues of $26.7 million for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2009, a decline of 25 percent from $35.5 million in the comparable quarter of 2008. Both Dice.com and eFinancialCareers.com have been impacted by recruitment activity which improved from the third quarter
Korn Ferry to Lead CEO Search for Borders
Korn/Ferry International has been retained by Borders Group, Inc. to lead in its search for yet another chief executive officer. Current CEO Ron Marshall is leaving to take over the CEO post at supermarket chain Great Atlantic & Pacific Co. Headquartered in Ann Arbor, MI., Borders Group is a retailer of books, music and movies
Top Spencer Stuart Recruiter Jumps to Korn Ferry
Korn/Ferry International has appointed Anthony J. Vardy as head of its London office. Mr. Vardy is joining Korn/Ferry|Whitehead Mann after 15 years at Spencer Stuart where he was head of the firm's London office and a founding member of the technology, communications and media practice in Europe. Throughout his career, Mr. Vardy has conducted executive
Kenzer Group Recruiters Purchase Firm’s Assets
The assets of executive search firm Kenzer Corp. have been acquired by a group of former Kenzer executives, operating as Kenzer Group, LLC. “We are all very excited about the formation of our new company. We have acquired the assets of Kenzer Corp. and are already well on our way to building on that base,”
Hudson Adds New U.K. Head
Hudson, a global provider of recruitment and talent management services, has added Tim Drake as the head of its talent management division in the U.K. Mr. Drake joins Hudson from AB InBev, where he was director of people continuity and led the talent management and succession strategy for Western Europe over the last five years.
Monster Introduces New Matching Tech
Online careers site Monster.com has launched its patented semantic 6Sense search technology, delivering matches for job seekers and employers. 6Sense powers a suite of search products including Power Resume Search, Candidate Spotlight and Seeker Job Search (Beta). “Hiring is fundamental to the economic recovery. Technology can play a significant role in helping businesses mitigate the
Towers Watson Study Shows Increased Hiring in 2010
The U.S. employment picture looks mixed at best in 2010, with hiring picking up at a majority of U.S. organizations even as some plan to continue making targeted workforce reductions, according to a new survey by Towers Watson, a global professional services company. The survey, which is based on responses from 118 mostly large employers
Kennedy Information Folds Executive Recruiter News
Fitzwilliam, N.H.-based publisher Kennedy Information LLC has ceased publication of its long running newsletter Executive Recruiter News (ERN), conceived by recruiting industry watcher Jim Kennedy in the 1970s. “Jim was a public relations executive at the time and he sought a simpler life away from the hustle of the big city, and identified the fledgling
The Buffkin Group Place CTO at EMMA
Executive search firm The Buffkin Group has recruited Brad Sanders as chief technology officer for Emma. Mr. Sanders was previously with Co-Partners where he provided executive consultation. Based in Nashville, Emma is a web-based service for managing email marketing and online surveys. The search was led by Buffkin managing partner, Craig Buffkin. The Buffkin Group
Hewitt Associates Adds to Board
Hewitt Associates, Inc., a global human resources consulting and outsourcing company, has elected Stacey J. Mobley to its board, serving as a member of the firm’s compensation and leadership committee. Mr. Mobley is currently senior counsel at Dickstein Shapiro LLP, a multi-service law firm, and was the former senior vice president, chief administrative officer and
HR Departments to Increase Budgets in 2010
Human resource buyers plan to increase their budgets by 25 percent in 2010 for corporate social networking tools, employee wellness programs, management and leadership development initiatives, performance management systems, and other training and development programs. The positive forecast was outlined in HRmarketer.com's latest report, “HR Buyers' Behavior: What to Expect in 2010.” The fourth annual
Interview: Weathering the Downturn in the U.K. — A Perspective from Anthony Harling in London
Anthony Harling is a U.K. national with experience living and working in various European countries. He speaks English, French, German and Spanish. Based in the London office of Eric Salmon & Partners, Mr. Harling focuses his senior level recruiting work on general management and director level searches for companies in the technology, consulting, FMCG and
Caldwell Partners Opens Dallas Office
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has opened an office in Dallas which will be led by Jim Bethmann, who joins the firm as a partner. "The importance of establishing an office in the Dallas-Fort Worth region is obvious," said John N. Wallace, president and CEO Caldwell. "D-FW is home to 25 Fortune
Cornerstone International Expands in Italy
Global executive search firm Cornerstone International Group has opened a new office in Milan and appointed Pier Antonio Tavallini to serve as its managing partner. The firm added an office in Rome last June. Mr. Tavallini is the former leader of the Milan-based headhunting firm Solvers. “Today employers need not only recruiting, but above all,
Futurestep Adds Former Bernard Hodes Executive
Futurestep, a provider of talent acquisition solutions, has added Laura Eaton as a U.S. director of its RPO service delivery team. Ms. Eaton previously spent 11 years with Bernard Hodes Group leading its recruitment process outsourcing division, Recruitment Enhancement Services (RES). She also served as general manager of strategic staffing solutions. “Quality execution and service
Major, Lindsey & Africa Places Dean at UC Hastings College of the Law
Legal search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa has placed Frank H. Wu as chancellor and dean of UC Hastings College of the Law. The search was led by Martha Fay Africa and Steve John in MLA’s San Francisco office. “Despite California’s challenging fiscal situation, superb dean candidates were attracted to the opportunity represented by Hastings,”
Pedersen & Partners Names Head of Russia and Central Asia
Pedersen & Partners has appointed Gautier Vasseur as head of Russia and Central Asia. Mr. Vasseur has until recently led operations in Central Asia. He joined Pedersen & Partners in 2003, first working in Prague, then in Moscow and Almaty. Over the course of his career with the firm he has successfully completed over 200
Korn Ferry Survey Says Obama Not Doing Enough for Jobs
Executive Quiz results released by the Korn/Ferry Institute a day before President Obama's State of the Union address reveal that executives don't feel the current administration is doing enough to create jobs and stem the tide of rising unemployment. In the midst of a recession that has brought with it an additional seven million unemployed
Headhunting Activity Expected to Increase in 2010
Ninety-one per cent of executive search consultants hold a neutral to positive outlook for the executive recruiting business in 2010, showing renewed confidence as the headhunting industry gains momentum following the downturn. The 2010 Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) Member Outlook Survey totaled 268 responses from AESC executive recruiters worldwide. With 77 percent expecting
Interim Management Providers Merge
Rockpools Interim Management and Pinnacle PSG’s Interim Business have merged to form Pinnacle Interim Business. The newly merged organization will offer clients the strengths of Rockpools as a provider of top management interims for both the public and the private sector, and Pinnacle PSG's specialization in providing interims for key public service areas, particularly in
Martin Partners Places HR Exec at Intercall
Executive search firm Martin Partners has placed Dan Veytsman as vice president of human resources to InterCall, a billion dollar telecom services company. Prior to joining InterCall, Mr. Veytsman was the senior human resource manager at Tellabs. Chicago-headquartered Martin Partners provides executive search services to a wide array of industries.
