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Powering Growth Through Precision Dealmaking
In an era defined by rapid consolidation and strategic reinvention, precision dealmaking has emerged as the driving force behind growth in the executive search industry. As firms navigate shifting market dynamics, many are turning to mergers, acquisitions, and private equity partnerships to expand capabilities, unlock liquidity, and gain competitive advantage. The most forward-thinking leaders are
The C-Suite in the Age of Machines
As technology continues to redefine industries, the very concept of leadership is being rewritten. The rise of automation, AI, and data-driven decision-making has shifted the focus from managing processes to leading through complexity and change. Organizations are no longer just seeking executives who can deliver results—they need leaders who can balance digital transformation with human
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
A Look at How to Attract and Retain Gen Z Talent
As the workforce continues to evolve, organizations are facing a new challenge – how to attract and retain the young and upcoming generation, known as Gen Z, with the end goal of filling senior-level positions with professional, experienced leaders. This tech-savvy, ambitious, and socially conscious generation is poised to make a significant impact, but tapping
Stepstone Solutions Upgrade Its Talet Acquisition Solution
StepStone Solutions, a London-based provider of human capital management solutions, has introduced the latest version of its enterprise-level, SaaS-based e-recruitment solution, i-Grasp 3.0. The new version adds enhancements and new functionality, with an emphasis on features prioritized by StepStone Solutions' worldwide customer base. This includes additional capability in areas such as globalization, usability and configurability,
Heidrick & Struggles Posts 27.5 Percent Revenue Increase
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International/(NASDAQ:HSII) has posted net revenue of $113.7 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2010, an increase of 27.5 percent from $89.1 million a year ago. Net revenue increased 24 percent in the Americas, 16.9 percent in Europe (approximately 9.7 percent on a constant currency basis), and
Kronos for Logistics Released
Kronos Incorporated has launched of Kronos for Logistics, a suite of workforce management solutions that helps organizations control labor costs, minimize compliance risk, and increase operational efficiencies. Kronos for Logistics includes time and attendance, employee scheduling, workforce analytics, activities, absence management, and HR and payroll solutions. Throughout the logistics industry including air, distribution centers, rail,
Cameron Search | Staffing Announces Name Change
Cameron Search | Staffing today announced it has changed its name from Cameron Tucker Consulting to better reflect its core business focus: searching for qualified job candidates and providing staffing solutions for its clients. The company also announced the availability of Matchability, its trademarked employee and employer compatibility process, and the launch of its Web
Winners Announced In Canaan Ridge’s Exceptional Thinking Forum
Obtaining honest feedback from all your constituents – not just your clients – is essential to continuous performance improvement in executive search, and that’s the winning idea submitted by Douglas R. Allen, EVP at DHR International, and Joseph J. Carideo, partner at Amrop Battalia Winston, in the April Exceptional Thinking Forum conducted by Canaan Ridge.
Interview: Hire Authority’s Carol Quinn Discusses How To Find Top Talent (part 1)
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
Kinsey Allen Alliance with Australian-based JMES
U.K.-based executive search firm Kinsey Allen International has formed a strategic partnership with Jon Michel Executive Search (JMES), an Australian-based search and selection firm. The joint venture will allow both firms to exchange market intelligence and trend analysis and will broaden each other’s global capabilities. Jon Michel Executive Search was formed in 1997 to provide
MediaLink Creates Executive Search Practice
MediaLink LLC has launched an executive recruiting practice and appointed Christopher Nutile to run it as director of executive search. Mr. Nutile joins from Google, where he most recently drove recruiting efforts for the digital giant's newly formed agency relations organization and the direct sales operation within Google Canada. “Our clients have asked us to
Paul~Lawrence Associates Completes Search for PNC Bank
Executive search firm paul~lawrence associates has placed Jennifer Simons as senior accounting policy manager for PNC Bank in Pittsburgh. Mark E. Little was the search consultant managing the assignment. Ms. Simons was previously vice president, director, accounting policy for U.S. BANCORP. The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. is a Fortune 500, financial services company with
Alium Partners Adds New Director
Alium Partners, a provider of interim management professionals in the U.K., has added Nigel Peters as director of private sector. Mr. Peters previously served as business development director for nuclear and energy and managing director of the sustainability services business unit at Serco, the FTSE 100 service and outsourcing company. “We are delighted to appoint
War for Talent Reemerges
Despite economic reports that the end of the recession is near or already over, 86 percent of U.S. workers feel the economy is still in a recession, according to the Workplace Insights Survey from recruitment solutions provider Adecco Group North America. In addition, 78 percent of workers believe this is the worst job market they've
Demand for Top Talent Picking Up
As the global economy emerges from recession, businesses representing a broad spectrum of industries are experiencing increased competition for new senior executive and C-Suite leadership, according to the Business Barometer Survey by IMD International Search Group. Leading the way in projected increased talent demand were industries including consumer goods & services (60.9 percent), financial services
Korn Ferry Partners with Woodburn Mann
Korn/Ferry International has formed a partnership with Woodburn Mann, a Southern African leadership, recruitment and talent management firm. Whitehead Mann, acquired by Korn/Ferry in 2009, has been associated with Woodburn Mann for 28 years. Woodburn Mann will be responsible for extending the firm's executive search and talent management services in the Southern African sub-continent, in
Heidrick & Struggles to Lead CEO Search for CIBER
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has been retained by CIBER, Inc. to lead its search for a new chief executive officer. Founded in 1974, CIBER, Inc. is an international IT outsourcing and software implementation and integration consultancy. Heidrick & Struggles is a provider of senior-level executive search and leadership advisory services, including
Adecco Launches iPhone Application
Adecco Staffing US, part of Swiss-based HR solutions company Adecco, has launched its iPhone application, “Adecco Jobs,” which is available for free on iTunes. The application includes a wide range of functionalities all designed to provide access to the most possible job opportunities while also providing career insights as well as job search tips. “At
The Judge Group Expands West Coast Teams
The Judge Group, a provider recruiting services, has added Rick Iversen as vice president of sales for the San Francisco Bay Area and Jeffrey Livonius as VP of sales for Greater Los Angeles. Mr. Iversen was previously the president and founder of Prescient Placements, a Bay Area-based IT Services firm. He brings over 15 years
Yoh Announces New Alignment of WorkForce Offerings
Yoh, a provider of long- and short-term temporary and direct placement of technology and professional personnel, has announced a new alignment of its workforce offerings to leverage the company's existing management talent, marketing expertise and operational infrastructure in conjunction with parent company Day & Zimmermann. As part of this alignment, Yoh will consolidate the company's
Horton Adds Former HR Executive in Hartford
Horton International has appointed Scott Esposito as managing director in the firm’s West Hartford, CT office. He will conduct executive-level searches in the industrial/manufacturing sector as well as other general management roles in a variety of industries. Mr. Esposito previously served as vice president of human resources for United Technologies Corporation, Pratt & Whitney. With
ChampionScott Partners Taps New CEO for Crowd Factory
Executive search firm ChampionScott Partners has placed Sanjay Dholakia as chief executive officer at Crowd Factory. Mr. Dholakia joins Crowd Factory from Lithium Technologies, a social CRM solutions provider, where he was chief marketing officer. Backed by leading venture capital firms Hummer Winblad and Peninsula Ventures, Crowd Factory’s social marketing platform enables companies to run
Navicus Partners with TalentDrive
Navicus, a talent management software provider, has formed a partnership with TalentDrive, the creator of the on-demand resume sourcing technology, TalentFilter. Through seamless integration, this partnership combines the online resume sourcing capabilities of TalentFilter with Navicus’ talent management suite. With over 77.7 million resumes online and over 50,000 resume locations globally, Navicus incorporated advanced sourcing
Russell Reynolds Associates to Lead CEO Search for Sage
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has been retained by Sage to lead the search for a new chief executive. Based in the U.K., Sage provides business software, services and support to small and medium sized businesses. With a worldwide network of 39 offices and more than 275 executive search professionals, Russell
Spencer Ogden Opens New Offices
Recruiting firm Spencer Ogden has opened a new office in Glasgow. The office, which will work together with the firm’s Aberdeen and London locations, will cover the oil & gas and renewable energy sectors. “Glasgow fits with our strategy of covering all aspects of energy recruitment and is a major hub for international business, being
SumTotal Systems Names New Executive Team
SumTotal Systems, Inc., a global provider of talent development solutions, has appointed John Borgerding as president and a member of its board of directors. Mr. Borgerding previously served as executive vice president for global operations at Ventyx. SumTotal has also hired Gregg Monastiero as senior vice president of sales and marketing and Nadeem Syed as
Manpower Records 18 Percent U.S. Revenue Jump
Manpower Inc./(NYSE:MAN) has posted revenues of $4.1 billion for the first quarter ended March 31, 2010, a increase of 13 percent from $3.6 billion a year earlier. Revenues rose by 18 percent in the U.S., nearly 16 percent rise in France and 17 percent in the Asia Pacific region. The Milwaukee-based company recorded earnings of
PeopleClick Authoria Names New President and CEO
Peopleclick Authoria, a provider of talent acquisition and talent management solutions, has named Joseph G. Licata Jr. as its president and CEO. Mr. Licata, with more than 25 years of customer-facing and executive leadership experience in the technology segment, will drive the post-integration growth phase of the company. He was previously president and CEO of
Harvey Nash Creates iPad App
Harvey Nash Group has launched its Online Appointments Magazine (OAM) for Apple's mobile device, the iPad. OAM becomes one of a small number of applications that Apple pre-approved for the iPad's launch. “Harvey Nash has long recognized the importance of developing relationships with our candidates and clients online, and increasingly we are seeing this is
Korn Ferry Leads Multiple Searches for Securities and Exchange Commission
Korn/Ferry International has been retained by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) task force on hedge funds, buyout funds and mutual funds to lead the search for five new fund managers. The mission of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is to protect investors, maintain fair, orderly, and efficient markets, and facilitate capital formation –
Manpower Business Solutions Unveils Recruiting Solution
Manpower Business Solutions (MBS), a world leader in recruitment process outsourcing, has launched its newest offering, Resume Response, a standalone front-end recruiting solution. MBS' Resume Response is a job candidate selection tool that identifies and helps screen high quality applicants through a systematic, technology-driven process augmented by MBS' recruiting expertise and best practices. “In addition
CDI IT Solutions Selected by Citrix
CDI IT Solutions (CDI), a division of IT-focused recruitment solutions provider CDI Corp., has been selected as a prime vendor by Citrix Systems, Inc. (Citrix) to provide IT staffing and direct hire services. Under the agreement, CDI will provide IT services to Citrix Systems including supplying critical staff on a temporary basis as well as
Interview with Rolf Heeb: Moving Forward After the Great Recession (Part 2)
Rolf Heeb is founder and CEO of AIMS International – Germany, which has offices in Neuss/Düsseldorf, Hamburg, Stuttgart and Munich. In 2000, Mr. Heeb’s firm, IFM, became the German partner of AIMS International and in 2002 he became a board member of the organization and, later, regional head of the EMEA Region. He was appointed
The Onstott Group Joins TRANSEARCH International
TRANSEARCH International has added Boston-based executive search firm, The Onstott Group, as a partner. The Onstott Group was founded in 1987; the firm focuses on board level, chief executive, and other senior executive positions within the technology, manufacturing, clean technology, consumer, business services, non-profit, higher education, venture capital and high growth sectors. “We have known
