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Herbert Mines Associates Recruits Top HR Executive for PacSun
New York-based retail and consumer focused executive search firm Herbert Mines Associates has helped to recruit Rachel Donahue as vice president of human resources at PacSun. “Rachel brings a wealth of experience in talent strategy, culture-building, and leadership development—and a clear passion for creating environments where people can thrive,” said Brieane Olson, CEO of PacSun. “Her thoughtful, people-first
Boyden Elects Chair; Adds New Board Members
Boyden has re-elected Kathleen Dunton as chair of the board of directors, reaffirming her leadership and vision for the firm’s future. In addition to continuing her role as chair, she has also been re-elected to serve as an at-large board member for a third consecutive term. Ms. Dunton brings nearly 30 years of experience in executive search and
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.
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
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?
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
Lindauer Recruits CEO for Penn State Alumni Association
Lindauer has placed Reggie Bustinza as associate vice president for alumni relations and chief executive officer of the Penn State Alumni Association. He was selected after a nationwide search to succeed Paul Clifford, who departed Penn State in January 2025. The search was led by Lindauer executive vice president Faith Montgomery and senior consultant Raegan Harvey in partnership with Penn State. “Lindauer
Why M&A Success Is Ultimately a Talent Challenge
In its latest market intelligence findings, The Role of HR in M&A: 5 Golden Rules for CHROs, Spencer Stuart argues that many transactions fail not because of flawed strategy, but because of shortcomings in leadership, culture, talent retention, and organizational execution. While financial and operational diligence often dominate deal planning, the firm’s research suggests that people-related
Greenwood Asher & Associates Leading Chief Marketing Officer Search for the College of Charleston
Miramar Beach, FL-based executive recruitment firm Greenwood Asher & Associates (GA&A) is currently seeking a chief marketing officer and vice president for marketing and communications for the College of Charleston. Kyle Pybus-Jerome and Jeremy Duff are leading the assignment. The College of Charleston seeks a strategic and innovative marketing executive to lead an integrated marketing and communications enterprise that
EMA Partners India Acquires Recruitment Process Outsourcing Services Provider Taggd
Executive search and leadership recruitment platform EMA Partners India has acquired recruitment process outsourcing services provider Taggd in an all-cash deal valued at Rs 113 crore. The all-cash acquisition aims to create an integrated talent recruitment platform offering executive search, professional search and AI-powered recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) solutions at scale. Taggd will continue to
NGS Global Expands in London
Wilmington, DE-headquartered executive search firm NGS Global has expanded with the additions of Daniel Yeates and George Balfour as managing directors in London. “Daniel and George are accomplished executive search professionals with deep expertise in the technology and digital sectors,” said David Nosal, chairman and managing partner. “They each bring outstanding client and candidate relationships built over decades
Leadership Challenges Intensify as Organizations Confront AI, Talent, and Economic Uncertainty
Organizations are operating in an increasingly complex environment where economic uncertainty, workforce challenges, AI adoption, and digital transformation are converging to reshape leadership priorities. Kestria’s second annual global leadership survey builds on the themes that emerged in last year’s research; highlighting how rapidly the leadership landscape continues to evolve. Based on responses from more than
Riviera Partners Acquires Lateral Labs
San Francisco-based Riviera Partners, a recruitment provider specializing in C-level engineering, product, and design leader placements, has acquired Lateral Labs, a specialized recruiting firm serving top AI startups. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. “The acquisition comes as companies remain challenged to meet the demand of organizational AI readiness,” the firm said. “Adding Lateral Labs positions Riviera Partners
Marovi Assists Congruex with CFO Search
Working in partnership with Atlanta-GA-based Marovi, Congruex, a provider of digital infrastructure engineering and construction services, appointed Jim Stanley as CFO. He reports to Congruex’s co-founder, president, and CEO, Kevin O’Hara. The appointment comes amid strong and sustained growth at Congruex as it plans to continue to capitalize on macro tailwinds, including AI and data center
Brettschneider Executive Search Seeking Inaugural SVP of Advancement for Wilmington University
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been retained by Wilmington University (WilmU) to lead in its search for an inaugural senior vice president of advancement to lead the University’s next phase of philanthropic growth. Reporting to WilmU president LaVerne Harmon, the SVP will partner closely with the president, board and University leaders to advance the University’s strategic
August Leadership Expands in London
August Leadership has expanded with the addition of Honor Pollok as a partner in London. Ms. Pollok brings over 20 years of executive search and leadership experience. She has led numerous high-profile placements in chair, non-executive director, CEO and the full spectrum of C-suite roles. Her search expertise spans key commercial, financial, creative, human resource, functional,
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Spotlight New Approach to Recruiter Training
As the executive search industry faces mounting pressure to improve performance and consistency, firms are increasingly reevaluating how recruiters are trained and developed. Hunt Scanlon and its HSiQ talent intelligence advisory unit recently launched a new Recruiter Performance Training Program designed to bring greater structure, commercial rigor, and scalability to recruiter development in an industry long driven by
Building Team Alignment in an Era of Continuous Change
Ask any team to describe its top strategic priorities and you will often get as many answers as there are people in the room. The problem is not that the strategy hasn’t been communicated, according to recent report from AIIR Consulting. “The problem is that it was communicated into an environment that has since shifted
Isaacson, Miller Helps Recruit 28th President for Texas A&M
Boston-based Isaacson, Miller has assisted in the recruitment of Susan Ballabina as the 28th president of Texas A&M. Andy Lee and Julie Filizetti, led search with Raul Bernal and Luciano Zuniga, and Madeline Fitzpatrick. The members of the Board of Regents conducted a national search that produced a strong pool of candidates. Dr. Ballabina emerged through that process based on her experience, her understanding of
BarkerGilmore Recruits General Counsel for American Credit Acceptance
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has placed Debra Noll as general counsel at American Credit Acceptance. The search was led by Stephen Bell and Alison Waters. “Deb is exceptionally well-positioned to support American Credit Acceptance as it continues to grow and adapt in a complex environment,” BarkerGilmore said in a LinkedIn
Kincannon & Reed Appoints VP of Marketing and Business Development
Kincannon & Reed (K&R), which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has expanded with the addition of Dan Evans as vice president of marketing and business development. “Dan brings a strong background in building brands, driving growth, and connecting strategy to execution,” said Stephanie Liska, president of Kincannon & Reed. “Throughout his career,
Heidrick & Struggles Taps Outsider as CEO; Other Leadership Moves Announced
Executive search, leadership consulting, and culture shaping services provider Heidrick & Struggles has announced that president and CEO Krishnan Rajagopalan has decided to retire, after more than 23 years with the firm. Following a planned succession process, the board has appointed Thomas L. Monahan to succeed Mr. Rajagopalan as CEO and member of the board, effective March 4. Mr.
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.
Spencer Stuart Taps New CEO for U.S. Olympic Committee
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has recruited Scott Blackmun as chief executive officer of the U.S. Olympic Committee (USOC). Mr. Blackmun joins the USOC from the law firm Holme Roberts & Owen LLP, where he was a partner and a member of the firm's executive committee. Founded in 1956 and privately owned, Spencer Stuart is
Pinstripe Expands Healthcare Advisory Board
Pinstripe, Inc., a human resources and recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) company, has added Carrie Harris-Muller, the chief administrative officer for Kaiser Permanente Mid-Atlantic States region, to its healthcare advisory board. “Carrie's addition to our board is particularly valuable during this time of monumental change in the healthcare industry. Her experiences and insights will help us
Boyden Reorganizes Toronto Office
Boyden has reorganized its Toronto operations. Boyden Toronto will be led by Robert Travis, a board member of Boyden World Corporation. In addition, Brent Shervey will serve as a managing director in the firm's Toronto and Calgary offices. Doug Weir continues to serve the IT sector as a managing director in Toronto. "As global economic
RUSTON wheb Adds Consultants
London-based executive search firm RUSTON wheb has added Stuart Brown and Anne Duvaux. Both Mr. Brown and Ms. Duvaux will be responsible for leading the cleantech and renewable energy practice groups. Before joining RUSTON, Mr. Brown led the energy and natural resources practice and set up the renewable energy team at executive search firm Ellis
Kronos Releases WorkForce Mobile Scheduler
Kronos Incorporated has announced general availability of Workforce Mobile Scheduler, a mobile application that allows managers to instantly engage with employees using a variety of mobile devices. With Workforce Mobile Scheduler, managers can broadcast a text message to the mobile devices of employees who are qualified to fill an open shift. Once an employee accepts
ChampionScott Partners Adds Managing Director
Executive search firm ChampionScott Partners has appointed Kevin Kernan as managing director. Mr. Kernan, based in Washington, D.C., brings a 25-year career in sales, marketing, and executive management leadership roles to ChampionScott. He has served as CEO of investor-backed technology companies, raised capital from top-tier investor firms, and recruited executive management talent globally. Previously, Mr.
DHR Places Head Football Coach at San Jose State
Executive search firm DHR International has placed Mike MacIntyre as head football coach at San Jose State University. The search was led by Glenn Sugiyama, executive vice president and global sports practice group leader; and assisted by Pat Richter, executive vice president, and Jacob Sullivan, senior associate. Bart Penfold, DHR executive vice president, worked with
StepStone Selected by Alibaba Group
StepStone, a London-based provider of human capital management solutions, has been selected by Alibaba Group for its e-recruitment solution to automate and optimize recruitment processes. With over 17,000 employees around the world in more than 50 cities across Greater China, Japan, Korea, the U.K. and the U.S., Alibaba Group will use StepStone e-recruitment to attract
CEO Turnover Low – But Surge in Leadership Changes Expected in 2010
Turnover among the nation’s chief executive officers fell to the lowest level in five years in 2009, with companies announcing 1,227 CEO departures during the year, according to the latest job-cut report by outplacement consultancy Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc. The 2009 year-end total is 17 percent lower than the record 1,482 CEO departures in
AESC Elects European Council for 2010
The Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) has elected its European Council for 2010. The Council consists of 27 executive recruiters including five European officers who also serve as leaders on the AESC’s global board, along with representatives from the Americas and Asia Pacific Councils. The 2010 AESC European board directors are: chairman, Serge Lamielle
Where Executive Recruiters Might Look in 2010
Most turnaround professionals predict continued tough sledding in 2010 as businesses weighed down by debt hit rough patches and credit markets shun them. Nearly half (49 percent) the respondents to the Turnaround Management Association's distressed industries forecast think durable economic improvement is unlikely until at least the second half of 2010. About three out of
All Regions, Except the West, Show Modest Job Growth
The CareerCast.com/JobSerf Employment Index, which measures managerial recruitment activity online, tracked slightly higher for the second month in a row. Nationally, the Index is 73.9, up slightly (0.2) from November. However, the Western U.S. continues to struggle (down 1.9 to 67.6). Six metro areas tied for the largest increase of hiring per capita (up four
Odgers Berndtson Expands Toronto Office
U.K.-based executive search firm Odgers Berndtson has added Michael Mundy as a partner and Carrie A. Mandel as a principal in the firm’s Toronto office. Mr. Mundy was previously managing director at Toronto-based TSI Executive Search. He has executive search experience in a wide range of industries throughout both Canada and the U.S. Ms. Mandel
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
