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BroadView Talent Partners Seeking Chief Development Officer for Community Shelter Board
BroadView Talent Partners has been tapped by Community Shelter Board to help recruit a chief development officer. The firm is looking for a bold, mission-driven executive who transforms generosity into lasting impact. As the architect of Community Shelter Board’s philanthropic strategy, the CDO leads with vision, influence, and heart, mobilizing the resources, relationships, and culture that power
How Courage Shapes the Leaders of Tomorrow
What defines a great leader? Qualities like experience, intelligence, charisma, and authenticity often top the list—and with good reason, as each plays a meaningful role. But in a climate of constant change, executive search consultants say that one trait stands out: courage. It enables tough decisions, supports calculated risks, and drives the willingness to challenge legacy
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.
Why Succession Planning Is Critical to Reducing Leadership Risk
Most organizations have something they refer to as a succession plan — a spreadsheet, a nine-box grid updated once a year and then put away, or an annual HR review. But very few can answer the question that truly matters: if a critical leader left tomorrow, would the organization be able to keep executing? That’s
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?
Rokos Group Seeking Chief Medical Officer for Center for Elders’ Independence
Newport Beach, CA-based executive search firm Rokos Group has been selected by Center for Elders’ Independence (CEI) to lead in its search for a chief medical officer. Reporting to the president and CEO, the chief medical officer will serve as CEI’s senior physician executive and a full member of the executive leadership team. This is a strategic
ADK Consulting & Executive Search Assists the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority with CEO Search
ADK Consulting & Executive Search recently assisted in the recruitment of Cris Jensen as the new president and CEO of the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority (RTAA). Rod Dinger led the assignment. “It is my honor to announce the board has chosen Cris Jensen to serve as the next president and CEO, and his contract negotiations are currently underway,” said Shaun Carey, chair of
How CEOs Can Overcome Setbacks and Emerge Stronger
Executive search firms are increasingly being called upon to assess more than a candidate’s track record of growth, transformation, and financial performance. As boards search for CEOs capable of leading through persistent uncertainty, resilience has become a critical component of the leadership profile. Search consultants are placing greater emphasis on how executives have responded to
Occam Global Recruits CFO for eGenesis
New York City-based executive search firm Occam Global has placed Glenn Vraniak as CFO of eGenesis, a biotechnology company developing human-compatible engineered organs for transplantation. “eGenesis is entering a pivotal stage in our evolution as we prepare to advance our programs through clinical development and lay the foundation for future commercialization,” said Mike Curtis, CEO of eGenesis.
Maven Partnership Names Partner and Consultants
Global talent advisory firm Maven Partnership has recently promoted Tom Chambers to partner, Seb Coughlin as consultant, and George Roberts to consultant. “We are delighted to announce the well-deserved promotions of several exceptional individuals here at Maven Partnership, Will Hannaford, chief executive officer. “We’re committed to the growth and development of our people, and it’s fantastic to
The Execution Era: How Transformation Is Reshaping Private Equity
Most PE value creation plans don’t fail on strategy. They fail between the plan and the doing. With longer holds and less forgiving exit windows, delivery discipline is carrying more of the return, according to a new report from Wilton & Bain’s Jack Syred and James Royall. The report reflects patterns Wilton & Bain has
JDG Associates Retained by the Institute for Defense Analyses to Lead VP of Corporate Operations Search
Rockville, MD-based executive search firm JDG Associates has been tapped by the Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) to lead its search for their vice president of corporate operations, based in Alexandria, VA. IDA seeks a seasoned operational and business transformation leader to modernize systems, processes, and service delivery across the organization. Serving as a corporate officer and
Modern Executive Solutions adds Partner to Lead Growth of M1 Talent Community
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has appointed Bria Bass as as partner, where she will lead the continued growth and expansion of the M1 Talent Community across North America and Europe. “Bria brings a rare combination of executive advisory, deep community-building experience, and an exceptional ability to connect leaders in meaningful ways,” said Mark Oppenheimer, CEO
AI Is Rewriting the Executive Hiring Playbook
Insight Partners’ latest research suggests the AI era is creating a new executive hiring playbook. Based on more than 400 executive searches and interviews with over 1,400 leadership candidates, the firm’s talent team argues that many of the characteristics defining today’s strongest product and engineering leaders would have been viewed as weaknesses only a few years
FMG Leading Acquires Market Intelligence And Strategic Advisory Firm BroadBranch Advisors
Human capital advisory firm FMG Leading has acquired market intelligence and strategic advisory firm BroadBranch Advisors. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. “In today’s high-pressure landscape, translating forward-looking intelligence into action faster and more effectively is critical for our clients, especially in the investor-backed healthcare space,” said Matt Brubaker, chairman and CEO of FMG Leading. “By
PARC Street Group Places Chief Operating Officer for Mission Valley Bank
PARC Street Group has assisted in the recruitment Amanda Connell as chief operating officer at Mission Valley Bank. This search was completed by PARC Street Group senior executive search consultant Michelle Davis, executive recruiter Tabassum Nagpurwala, and executive search associate Priscilla Chacon. Ms. Connell brings more than 15 years of progressive leadership experience across community
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Build a New Performance Model for Executive Recruiters
As the executive search industry faces growing pressure to deliver stronger and more consistent results, firms are reassessing how recruiters are trained, developed, and prepared to meet changing client demands. A few months ago, Hunt Scanlon and its HSiQ Talent Intelligence advisory unit introduced the Recruiter Performance Training Program, a practical, execution-focused system designed to
U.S. Payrolls Fall by 23,000 in July as Unemployment Rate Dips to 4.1 Percent
Employment fell by 23,000 in July as the U.S. unemployment rate stood at 4.1 percent, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. The number of unemployed people, at 6.9 million, changed little in July. Among the major worker groups, the unemployment rates for teenagers (12.1 percent) and people who are Hispanic (4.6 percent) declined
Parker Remick Expands with New Partner
Seattle, WA-based Parker Remick has appointed Adam Szepkouski as partner of consulting excellence. The firm explained that this hire reflects a broader push to refine execution and scale delivery as demand for senior technology leaders accelerates. The appointment comes at a time of structural change in technology leadership. AI is reshaping how technology organizations are built and
The Data Migration Paralysis Problem: Why Firms Stay on Old Platforms Too Long
Technology has become a defining competitive advantage for executive search firms, yet many organizations continue to rely on aging platforms that no longer innovate. While artificial intelligence, automation, and data-driven workflows are reshaping the industry, the hesitation to replace legacy systems often leaves firms struggling with inefficiencies that quietly accumulate over time. The greatest obstacle
Recruiterflow Offers Four-Step Playbook for Building an AI-Native Search Firm
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how executive search firms identify talent, manage information, engage candidates, and serve clients. But adopting an AI-powered platform alone does not make a recruiting organization AI-native. The larger challenge is integrating technology across the search lifecycle in ways that improve decision-making, strengthen execution, and allow consultants to devote more attention
Kirk Palmer Associates Recruits Chief Merchandising Officer for Belk
Retail-focused executive search firm Kirk Palmer Associates has helped to recruit Molly Taylor as chief merchandising officer at retailer Belk, where she will lead merchandising strategy and vision across all product categories. Melissa Sussberg and Alexa Liebman led the assignment. Ms. Taylor is a merchandising executive with over 30 years of experience connecting topline vision to bottom-line performance
The Forces Reshaping Executive Search
As organizations face accelerating business transformation, leadership succession, and rapid advances in artificial intelligence, the demands placed on executive search firms continue to evolve. Clients are looking for more than candidate identification—they increasingly expect strategic guidance, deeper market intelligence, and advisors capable of helping them navigate an increasingly complex leadership landscape. Those themes emerged consistently
Bryant Group Fills Senior Position for the University of Washington
Dallas-based executive search and talent development firm Bryant Group has assisted in the recruitment of Justin Michalka as vice president for university development at the University of Washington (UW). The search was led by firm president Chris Bingley. “I’m delighted to welcome Justin to the University of Washington,” said Mary Gresch, senior vice president for university advancement. “He is a
SPMB Expands Financial Officer and Private Equity Practices
SPMB Executive Search has appointed Christy Mihos as a partner in the firm’s financial officer and private equity practices. “Christy is one of the most accomplished CFO search practitioners in the market, and we are thrilled to welcome him to SPMB,” said Dave Mullarkey, managing partner at SPMB. “His track record of advising PE firms and technology companies on
Executive Talent Market Faces New Pressures as AI and Private Equity Reshape Leadership Demand
The executive talent market continues to tighten as private investment accelerates, experienced leaders retire, and organizations compete for executives capable of driving growth and transformation. At the same time, artificial intelligence is changing the capabilities companies expect from senior leaders, while consulting and private equity firms rethink how they build leadership teams and evaluate potential.
Carpenter Legal Search Recruits General Counsel for Park Corporation
Legal recruiting remains an active area for executive search firms as corporations, law firms, government agencies, and other organizations compete for experienced legal talent. Employment of lawyers is projected to grow four percent from 2024 to 2034, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, with approximately 31,500 openings expected each year as employers add
Signium Opens New Office in Hamburg, Germany
Executive search consortium Signium has opened a new office in Hamburg, Germany. The new office is led by Moritz Drerup, managing partner, who joined Signium with more than a decade of executive search experience and a highly focused practice in technology and AI leadership. The Hamburg office represents a natural evolution for Mr. Drerup’s established executive search practice, combining his specialist expertise with the reach,
Executive Search Strategies for Leadership Success
As organizations navigate rapid change, leadership decisions have become increasingly consequential, placing greater pressure on executive search firms to identify candidates who can deliver both immediate impact and long-term value. Success at the highest levels depends on far more than filling a vacancy—it requires a disciplined search strategy that combines market intelligence, rigorous assessment, and
Leverage AI in Your Job Search: When to Use It and When Not To
Artificial intelligence has been changing the way people search for jobs. From optimizing resumes to preparing for interviews, AI has become a valuable resource for candidates looking to streamline the process. The key is knowing how to use it effectively, according to a recent report from New York City headquartered executive search firm Solomon Page. “AI
The Massachusetts Port Authority Calls in Isaacson, Miller To Find New CEO
The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport), one of the nation’s most multifaceted port authorities and a prime engine of economic vitality for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and New England, has called in Boston-based Isaacson, Miller to lead in its search for a new CEO. Past CEO Lisa Wieland recently stepped down. Lisa Savereid and Jeff Kessner are leading
Saba Helps Launch Online Federal Talent Community
Saba, a provider of human capital management (HCM) solutions, has announced that Jim Gill, vice president, public sector, at Saba, has joined the advisory board of TMGov.org, a recently launched site dedicated to talent management in government. Mr. Gill will help develop the direction of TMGov.org and run by the Center for Human Capital Innovation
Heidrick & Struggles Revenue Nosedives 36 Percent
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International/(NASDAQ:HSII) has posted net revenue of $109.9 million for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2009, a decline of 18.6 percent from $134.9 million a year ago. Net revenue declined 18.1 percent in the Americas and 28.6 percent in Europe (approximately 34 percent on a constant currency basis),
JobServe Adds Germany to Its Network
Job board network JobServe has launched JobServe in Germany to service the online recruitment needs of employers throughout that country. The company has also appointed Elmar Enders to serve as European business development manager. “We have received strong support from our global customers to launch a job board in the Eurozone and we have started
The Workforce Institute Adds New Board Members
The Workforce Institute at Kronos Incorporated, dedicated to discovering and advancing best practices in managing the workforce, has added several new members to its board of advisors. The newest members are: Andy Brantley, president and CEO of the College and University Professional Association for Human Resources (CUPA-HR); Mark Lange, technology entrepreneur, strategy consultant, and columnist;
HumanConcepts Forms Alliance with Jeitosa Group
HumanConcepts, a provider of workforce decision support solutions, has formed a partnership with Jeitosa Group International, a global strategic business consultancy. The companies will work together to provide workforce planning solutions combining HumanConcepts' OrgPlus Enterprise software with Jeitosa's strategic business consulting services. HumanConcepts and Jeitosa help organizations optimize their workforces. Jeitosa consults with clients to
Phillips Oppenheim Completes Search for Growth Philanthropy
New York City-headquartered Phillips Oppenheim has recruited Simon Jawitz as a board member and executive advisor at the Growth Philanthropy Network. Mr. Jawitz has over 25 years of business, entrepreneurial finance and legal experience both in the U.S. and internationally. He currently serves as CEO of Intellistem Orthopaedic Innovations LLC, an orthopedic device company. Growth
DHR Expands into Bangkok
Executive search firm DHR International has expanded into Bangkok, Thailand. The firm also named Gary Williams as managing director of Southeast Asia and Dhanee Kieosangsong as senior vice president. Mr. Williams has 18 years of professional experience and most recently served as a partner with TRANSEARCH International where he focused on C-level, business unit leadership,
AESC Adds Romanian-Based K.M.Trust & Partners
The Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) has added Romanian executive search firm K.M.Trust & Partners as its newest member firm. “To be a member of AESC is an important distinction for us, which confirms our position within the premier league of executive search players worldwide and underlines the highest quality of services we provide,”
Salary.com CEO Resigns
Kent Plunkett has resigned as chief executive officer, effective immediately, of Salary.com, Inc., a provider of on-demand compensation, payroll and talent management solutions. Mr. Plunkett will continue to serve as chairman of the board. Salary.com has appointed Paul R. Daoust as interim CEO while it conducts a formal search for a permanent CEO. “I am
Coleman Lew Recruits CFO for General Parts International
Charlotte, NC-based Coleman Lew & Associates has placed Richard P. McCook as executive vice president and chief financial officer for General Parts International, Inc., CARQUEST. Charles E. Lew, partner-managing director at Coleman Lew, headed the search. Mr. McCook previously served as a partner at Tatum LLC and as executive vice president and CFO at US
MRTed Forms Alliance with French Social Security
MrTed Ltd, a global leader in talent acquisition solutions, has formed a partnership with the French Social Security. The alliance will provide more than 600 Social Security offices with web-based recruitment and talent acquisition capability. “First and foremost, it is a privilege and an honor to serve the French government in such a substantial way,
Calibre One Acquires Leading Edge Partners
U.K.-based executive search firm Calibre One has acquired Silicon Valley-headquartered search firm Leading Edge Partners. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The move gives Calibre One a stronger footprint in the U.S. and provides a springboard for the firm into Asia. “Leading Edge Partners has long been a firm we have admired for the
TheLadders.com Expands Board
TheLadders.com, an online service for the $100K+ job market, has added Steven Cakebread to its board of directors. Mr. Cakebread is the former president and CFO of Salesforce.com. “Steven's extensive business and financial expertise will be a tremendous asset to our board,” said Marc Cenedella, founder and CEO of TheLadders.com. “His broad range of experience
ML&A Recruits General Counsel for Steben & Company
Legal search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa has placed John H. Grady as general counsel and chief compliance officer at Steben & Company. The search was led by Diana Rubin, a managing director in MLA’s Washington, D.C., office. “John is an exceptionally creative attorney and business executive whose career has focused almost entirely on the
Monster Worldwide Posts 33 Percent Revenue Decline
Monster Worldwide, Inc./(NYSE:MWW) has posted revenues of $213 million for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2009, compared with $293 million in the comparable quarter of 2008, a 27 percent decline. The company generated 42 percent of its revenue outside the U.S. and total revenue was positively impacted by approximately $8 million from foreign exchange
Kronos Opens New Office in Bangalore
Kronos Incorporated has opened a new office in Bangalore and has initiated a search to expand the Kronos India employee-base. Kronos currently has more than 150 employees in India and also operates offices in Noida and Mumbai. “We see a tremendous opportunity for growth in India as organizations around the world look to expand operations
Boyden Names Head of Board Services Practice in North America
Boyden has named Tom Flannery, managing director of its Pittsburgh office, as leader of the firm's North American board services practice. "We've brought together a high functioning team of talented consultants who understand both the fundamentals of governance and the changing regulations affecting board actions and responsibilities," said Trina Gordon, chairman of Boyden World Corporation
Parker Executive Search to Head CEO Search for ZOO Atlanta
Atlanta-headquartered Parker Executive Search has been selected by Zoo Atlanta to lead in a national search for a new chief executive. Parker recruiters Rodes Cole and Dan Parker will head the assignment. Founded in 1889, Zoo Atlanta it is one of the 10 oldest zoos in continuous operation in the U.S. Parker Executive Search is
Interview: Diversified Search CEO Discusses 2009 Performance
Judith M. von Seldeneck is founder, chairman and CEO of Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson, headquartered in Philadelphia. For over 30 years, Ms. von Seldeneck has been a pioneer in the search industry and a leader in placing qualified women and diversity candidates. Early in 2008 Ms. von Seldeneck was named in a list published by
Kinsey Allen Adds Non-Executive Director
U.K.-based executive search firm Kinsey Allen International has added Denise Collis as a non-executive director. Ms. Collis joins the Kinsey Allen having spent over 30 years in human resource management. Her career has been spent with a number of global organizations which afforded her a deep understanding of the professional and financial services sectors. Ms.
Pedersen & Partners Names New Partner
Pedersen & Partners has named Kristina Vaivadaite as a new partner and co-owner of the firm. Ms. Vaivadaite has been working with Pedersen & Partners since 2004 as country manager for Lithuania, and is also in charge of operations in Finland and Belarus. She has extensive experience in conducting senior level executive search assignments across
Dice Makes Management Appointments
Career site Dice Holdings, Inc./(NYSE:DHX) has expanded its staff with the additions of Constance Melrose as managing director of eFinancialCareers North America and Tim Stene as managing director of AllHealthcareJobs. “To fully capitalize on their significant opportunity, we are adding management to our leading finance and healthcare career sites in North America,” said Scot Melland,
Sterling InfoSystems and Empower Software Form Alliance
Sterling InfoSystems, Inc., a provider of employment and background screening services, and Empower Software Solutions, Inc., a national provider of human resources, payroll and workforce management solutions to medium and large-sized corporations, have formed a strategic partnership agreement. Under terms of the agreement, Empower Software Solutions will offer Sterling InfoSystems' pre-employment screening solutions and services
Robert Lindsey Associates Adds To Leadership Team
Robert Lindsay Associates, a specialist media search firm based in London, has added Peter Einstein as non executive chairman and Sharon Saxton as non executive director. Mr. Einstein is currently the founder and managing partner of Einstein Media Capital Partners (EMCP), a U.K. and Dubai-based private equity firm specializing in advisory and investment in the
Benchmark Executive Search Fills Post for Fortress Technologies
Benchmark Executive Search has placed Doug Krueger as vice president of sales at Fortress Technologies. Mr. Krueger was formerly vice president of North America government operations for Tumbleweed Communications and also held executive-level positions at Juniper Networks and Cisco Systems. Jeremy King, managing partner of Benchmark, led the search. “By far the most important key
Ultimate Software Selected by Subway
Ultimate Software, a provider of end-to-end strategic human resources, payroll, and talent management solutions, has been selected by Franchise World Headquarters, LLC, the service organization for the SUBWAY restaurant franchise system, for its unified human capital management solution, UltiPro. “UltiPro is the most complete solution we found and the only one that could meet all
HireVue Adds HR Professionals to Board
Video interviewing provider HireVue has added Ann Rhoades and Rusty Rueff to its board of directors. Ms. Rhoades held the position of chief people officer at Southwest Airlines, Promus Hotel Corporation and most recently JetBlue Airways. She currently serves as president of People Ink, an HR consulting company. Mr. Rueff was CEO of SNOCAP from
Korn Ferry Expands in Finland
Korn/Ferry International has established an alliance relationship with Airola & Luokkamaki Oy, a Finnish leadership recruitment and talent management firm. Airola & Luokkamaki will be responsible for extending Korn/Ferry’s executive search and other talent management services in Finland. Founded in 2003, Airola & Luokkamaki is recognized for its relationships with Finnish corporations and expertise in
Hudson Highland Records 36 Percent Revenue Decline
Hudson Highland Group, Inc./(NASDAQ:HHGP) has posted fourth quarter 2009 revenues of $182.5 million, a decrease of 12.1 percent from $207.5 million for the fourth quarter of 2008. The recruiting company recorded a net loss of $10.4 million, or $0.40 per basic and diluted share, compared with net loss of $80.3 million, or $3.20 per basic
Sucherman Consulting Names Head of Executive Search Practice
Sucherman Consulting Group Inc., a management consulting and executive search firm in the media and entertainment industries, has promoted Matthew Wagner to head of SCG Executive Search. In this capacity, Mr. Wagner, who is based in the firm’s Los Angeles office, will run SCG’s executive search operations on both coasts, as well as continue in
AER Launches Recruiting Research Project
The Association of Executive Recruiters, the group within Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) that focuses on the executive search market, has launched a research project to identify ‘the future of executive search.’ The first of a three phase program brings together existing information about the state of the executive recruitment market, both nationally and globally,
