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The Power of Peer Groups: Why Every Leader Needs One
Success can be isolating. As entrepreneurs, executives, and business owners, we are expected to have all the answers, make the tough calls, and push forward—even when the weight of leadership feels overwhelming. However, here is the truth: no one succeeds alone, according to a recent article from Steve Ziegler, founder of the Denver-based executive search
KKR Invests in ghSMART
ghSMART, a global leadership advisory firm, and private equity powerhouse KKR announced that funds managed by KKR will acquire a significant minority stake in ghSMART. ghSMART partners with CEOs, boards, and investors to develop effective executive teams and support high-stakes leadership decisions. ghSMART’s founder, partners, and employees will retain majority ownership in the business 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.
True Launches Forensic Referencing Offering
Global executive talent platform True has launched True Forensic Referencing, a new executive intelligence capability designed to help investors, boards, and executive teams make more informed leadership decisions before high-stakes investments, new business relationships, and governance milestones. The firm named Christopher Jaros as partner to build and lead the offering. This expands True’s executive intelligence platform, complementing the firm’s 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?
Long Ridge Partners Appoints Director
New York City-based Long Ridge Partners has named Chrissie Shin as director. “Please join us in congratulating Chrissie Shin on her promotion to director,” Long Ridge Partners said in a LinkedIn post. “Chrissie’s expertise, dedication, and leadership have made her an invaluable member of the Long Ridge team. This well-earned promotion reflects the impact she’s made across
Navigating the Search for Tomorrow’s HBCU Leaders
Leadership searches at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) are becoming increasingly complex as boards weigh institutional legacy against rapidly changing demands on presidents. Executive search firms are being asked to identify candidates who can balance mission, financial stewardship, fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and long-term strategy while navigating a more uncertain higher education environment. For HBCUs,
Egon Zehnder Called in by CAAT Pension Plan for CEO Search
Leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder has been selected by the board of trustees of CAAT Pension Plan to lead in its search for its next chief executive officer. This follows the departure of longtime CEO and plan manager Derek Dobson, who recently resigned. The search will focus on leaders who can combine strategic vision with operational discipline,
The National Airlines Council of Canada Retains Odgers to Lead Search for CEO
Odgers was recently retained by the National Airlines Council of Canada (NACC) to lead in its search for a new president and CEO. Jeff Morrison has informed the board of his intention to retire. He will continue to lead the association until a successor is appointed to ensure a seamless transition of leadership. To support the
PierceGray Expands Staff with New Vice President
PierceGray has expanded with the addition of Kara Hennessey as vice president in the firm’s finance practice. She will be based in the New York office. “PierceGray is excited to welcome Kara Hennessey to the team as our newest vice president,” the firm said in a LinkedIn post. “Kara brings almost 10 years of executive search
The ExeQfind Group Forms Alliance with Aspire HR Consultants
The ExeQfind Group has formed a strategic partnership with Aspire HR Consultants – Middle East, an executive search and leadership advisory firm covering the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) from offices across Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar. “Partnering with Aspire HR Consultants represents a significant step in strengthening our international capabilities,” said Warren
Private Equity Faces Growing Leadership Succession Risks
Private equity firms are placing greater emphasis on leadership planning as talent availability becomes an increasingly important factor in value creation. For executive search firms, that shift is expanding the mandate beyond filling immediate vacancies to helping sponsors identify succession risks, build deeper leadership pipelines, and prepare portfolio companies for transition well before a critical
Cook Silverman Search Tapped by EPACANDO to Help Find New Executive Director
Greenbrae, CA-based Cook Silverman Search was recently retained by East Palo Alto Community Alliance and Neighborhood Development Organization (EPACANDO) to lead in its search for a new executive director. Current executive director Duane Bay is planning to retire. The non-profit seeks an experienced, community-centered executive director to lead the organization into its next chapter: Building the capacity
RH Perry & Associates Retained by Skagit Valley College for President Search
RH Perry & Associates has been selected by Skagit Valley College (SVC) to lead in its search for a new president. The assignment is being led by senior consultant Sue DeWine and and Paul G. Doeg, president and chief operating officer. The president will strengthen the College’s ‘One College’ approach by enhancing coordination across the Mount Vernon and Whidbey
Modern Executive Solutions Names Managing Director
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Matheus Furlan as managing director. “Matheus brings a global perspective to leadership development, with experience helping executives and teams navigate change, build self-awareness, and lead more effectively across cultures and business contexts,” Modern said in a LinkedIn post. “His background as a master coach, facilitator,
HiBob Secures Funding to Drive AI-powered Enterprise
Tel Aviv-based HR tech platform HiBob has announced an investment led by Salesforce with additional participation from Farallon. This marks a key milestone in HiBob’s evolution from a modern HR platform into an organizational intelligence layer for modern businesses. The investment reflects a shared belief that trusted workforce data and organizational context will become critical infrastructure for the AI-powered enterprise.
The M&A Predictions That Shaped 2026
Ansarada’s 2026 Global M&A Predictions Report brought together 26 dealmakers from the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Australia, and New Zealand around four central expectations: M&A would remain resilient despite uncertainty, interest-rate relief could unlock activity, energy and technology would attract capital while consumer sectors lagged, and AI would become increasingly important to both asset
Korn Ferry Posts Q1 Fiscal-Year 2027 Revenues of $756.5 Million
Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) has posted Q1 fiscal-year 2027 revenues of $756.5 million, an increase of seven percent year-over-year with growth in all regions. This marks the firm’s sixth consecutive quarter of top line growth. The growth was led by double digit growth in search and workforce solutions of 10 percent and 11 percent, respectively.In addition, first
AGB Search Seeking University of Illinois System President
The University of Illinois Board of Trustees has tapped Washington, D.C.-based recruitment firm AGB Search to lead in its search for the University of Illinois System president. Roderick McDavis, Sally Mason and Garry W. Owens are leading the assignment. The president will lead the system into the next era of higher education with strategic vision, effective and authentic communication, and a
CarterBaldwin Assists AdelFi With Chief Innovation and Technology Officer Search
CarterBaldwin Executive Search has assisted in the recruitment of Cameron Forbes as chief innovation and technology officer of AdelFi, a division of Christian Community Credit Union. His appointment is a key piece of AdelFi’s strategy investing in enhanced cybersecurity and regulatory readiness, scaled digital channels for engagement and accessibility, and improved personalized, digitally enabled member experiences. Associate partner
Wilson Appoints Chief Marketing Officer
Global talent solutions provider Wilson has named Spiro Papanicolaou as chief marketing officer. Reporting directly to CEO Jean-Francois Vezina, Mr. Papanicolaou will lead Wilson’s global marketing and revenue operations, with accountability for go-to-market strategy, demand generation, brand, and commercial performance across the business. “As we continue shaping the future of Wilson, marketing leadership will be critical to how
The New Finance Reality: Managing Capital Regimes, Not Just Cycles
Energy CFOs are navigating a changing financial landscape in which access to capital is becoming as important as movements in commodity markets. As public markets, private capital, infrastructure investors, project finance, and incentive-driven structures increasingly operate under different expectations, finance leaders are being asked to manage a far more fragmented environment. According to The Energists,
SPMB Recruits Chief AI and Data Officer for Ford Motor Company
SPMB Executive Search has placed Mano Mannoochahr as chief AI and data officer of Ford Motor Company. Managing partner Mike Doonan led the assignment. “Few leaders bring Mano’s combination of modern AI expertise, experience operating at enormous enterprise scale, and deep industrial grounding,” Mr. Doonan said. “That made him uniquely suited to help Ford translate the potential
Isaacson, Miller Assists Folger Shakespeare Library with CFO Search
Boston-based Isaacson, Miller has assisted in the recruitment of Wendy Lin as the new CFO of Folger Shakespeare Library. Dan Rodas led the search with Stephanie Simon, and Robin Dougherty. Her arrival coincides with the start of strategic planning at the nearly 100-year-old organization, and she will guide financial analysis and operational execution under the leadership of Folger director Farah Karim-Cooper. Ms. Lin
Coulter Partners Places Chief Marketing Officer for NRG Therapeutics
Life sciences recruiting specialist Coulter Partners has recruited Claus Sundgreen as chief medical officer of NRG Therapeutics Ltd. Managing partner Kay Wardle led the assignment. “NRG was seeking a rare combination of clinical development expertise, neuroscience leadership, and deep knowledge of ALS. Our search focused on identifying leaders with a proven track record of advancing innovative therapies through critical
Flatiron Search Partners Appoints Partner
Flatiron Search Partners (FSP) has expanded with the addition of Dan Rubin as partner. “Dan works with clients across the consumer landscape to place the right leaders in the right roles at the right time,” Flatiron Search Partners said in a LinkedIn post. “He brings deep experience in retail and consumer goods, with particular expertise placing general
The Counteroffer Problem: What C-Suite Leaders Need to Know
Executive search assignments can unravel at the finish line for reasons that have little to do with candidate quality or cultural fit. Counteroffers have become an increasingly important consideration for search consultants and their clients as companies compete to retain proven senior leaders in a tight talent market. For organizations pursuing C-suite talent, understanding a
Furst Group Assists the American Society for Clinical Pathology with CEO Search
Furst Group, which serves the healthcare and insurance industries, has assisted in the recruitment of Alexandra Brown as CEO of the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) following her successful tenure as interim CEO over the past year. The selection was made after a national search and based on the recommendation from a search committee
BroadView Talent Partners Recruits President and CEO for Baltimore Community Lending
Following a comprehensive national search led by BroadView Talent Partners, Baltimore Community Lending, Inc. (BCL) has hired Calvin Gladney as president and CEO. Tracy McMillan, Robyn Quinn, and Donna Young led the assignment. He succeeds longtime Watchen Harris-Bruce, whose leadership has strengthened BCL’s position as a leading community development financial institution (CDFI) dedicated to expanding access to capital and creating
U.S. Adds 162,000 Jobs in August as Unemployment Holds at 4.1 Percent
Employment increased by 162,000 in August as the U.S. unemployment rate remained unchanged at 4.1 percent, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. The number of unemployed people, at 7.0 million, changed little in August. Among the major worker groups, the unemployment rate for people who are Asian declined to 3.2 percent in August.
Korn Ferry Posts Two Percent Revenue Decline
Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) has posted 2024 fiscal third quarter revenues of $668.7 million, a decrease of two percent from the same period a year ago. The decline was primarily due to decreases in the firm’s permanent placement talent acquisition offerings. Korn Ferry notes that this decrease was also due to a decline in demand driven by
Monster, CareerBuilder Still Tops When Posting Jobs Online
eQuest announced the findings of its statistical reporting on job advertisements on the internet for 2009. The majority of eQuest's U.S. customers still prefer Monster.com and CareerBuilder as their preferred destinations when posting online job advertisements. During June 1, 2009 and December 31, 2009, both Monster and CareerBuilder garnered staggering traffic numbers, totaling almost 200
Korn Ferry Unveils IPhone Application
Korn/Ferry International has launched Korn/Ferry Connect, a new iPhone application available on Apple's App Store. Korn/Ferry Connect gives users direct access to the firm's executive recruitment services, including the ability to view job opportunities, contact consultants, review thought leadership and more. "The launch of our new iPhone application is just the latest example of Korn/Ferry's
Nosal Partners Completes Search for Arthritis Foundation
Executive leadership solutions firm Nosal Partners LLC has placed Barbara J. Newhouse as regional chief executive officer for the Mid-Atlantic region of the Arthritis Foundation. Ms. Newhouse was most recently chief operating officer for the Autism Society of America Inc. The search was conducted by David Nosal, chairman and CEO, Terri Naughtin, managing partner, and
Recruiters Increase Social Media Networking to Fill Jobs
JCSI, a corporate staffing consulting firm, surveyed HR executives and recruiters in a variety of industries to determine how they plan to find and attract the best talent in 2010. The study found that hiring demands are increasing for most companies, but recruiting teams are still limited with budget constraints. With the high costs and
Interview: Indeed.com Founder Discusses Online Recruitment
Paul Forster is the co-founder of Indeed.com. Along with Rony Kahan, Mr. Forster launched Indeed in 2005 as a search engine for jobs, allowing job seekers to find positions posted on thousands of company career sites and job boards. He previously founded and managed Jobsinthemoney, a leading jobsite dedicated to finance professionals. In the following
Whiterock Group to Join with Accretive Solution
The WhiteRock Group, an executive search firm serving the financial services industry, is combining its practice with Accretive Solutions. Gustavo Dolfino, president and founder of The WhiteRock Group, will lead a team within Accretive Solutions focusing primarily on financial services, including asset management firms, hedge funds, and investment banks. Also joining Accretive Solutions from WhiteRock
Odgers Berndtson to Acquire Majority Interest from Parent Company
U.K.-based executive search firm Odgers Berndtson has entered into an agreement to acquire a majority interest in the business from its parent company OPD Group plc. OPD will continue to hold the remaining interest in the business. A new company has been formed for the purposes of the transaction called Newco. Newco will be 50.5
Work&Partners to Lead CEO Search for the Orchard
New York-based Work&Partners LLC has been retained to recruit a new president and chief executive officer for The Orchard, a full service digital media company. Founded in 1997, The Orchard specializes in the distribution of music and video entertainment across the digital spectrum. Founded in 2002, Work&Partners recruits senior level executives for top management consulting
U.K. Online Recruitment Activity Stays Level
The Monster Employment Index Europe, a monthly analysis of millions of online job opportunities culled from a large, representative selection of corporate career sites and job boards across Europe, was unchanged in December, with offerings down 24 percent year-on-year, a much slower rate of contraction than reported in November. The U.K. saw the biggest jump
Heidrick & Struggles Adds to Global Life Sciences Practice
Ira J. Isaacson, M.D., has joined the global life sciences practice as a partner at Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International. He will be based in the firm's Atlanta office. “Ira is a tremendous addition for us at Heidrick & Struggles. We're delighted to welcome him to the firm, particularly given the opportunities
CTPartners to Lead CFO Search for Celsion Corp
CTPartners has been selected by Celsion Corporation to lead its search for a new CFO. The company announced the departure of Sean F. Moran, CFO, effective January 8, 2010. Celsion is dedicated to the development and commercialization of innovative oncology drugs including tumor-targeting treatments using focused heat energy in combination with heat-activated drug delivery systems.
Conselium Opens International Division
Conselium, an executive search firm with a specialty in ethics and compliance, has introduced Conselium International Executive Search, serving Europe, Latin America and Asia. “In response to growing client needs, Conselium International Executive Search was created to assist clients looking to bolster their compliance and ethics talent in offices and locations across the globe,” said
SoftScape Selected by Dave & Buster’s
Softscape, a global provider of people management software, has been selected by Dave & Buster's, an operator of high volume entertainment and dining complexes, to roll out a new talent management solution. Softscape's HR platform will manage performance management, succession planning, and learning management for Dave & Buster's to improve visibility and efficiency of critical
VMA Group Seeks Recruiters to Grow Global Business
U.K.-headquartered recruitment consultancy firm VMA Group has named Oskar Yasar, currently managing director of VMA Search, as managing director of VMA International where he will spearhead the expansion of VMA Group's offices in Europe, the Middle East, the Far East and Australia. As part of the firm’s strategy to develop its international network and to
Spencer Stuart Places CEO at Hill-Rom Holdings
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has recruited John J. Greisch as chief executive officer of Hill-Rom Holdings, Inc. Mr. Greisch most recently served as Baxter International's president of international operations and was formerly the company’s CFO. Hill-Rom is a worldwide manufacturer and provider of medical technologies and related services for the health care industry. Founded
Tatum Adds to Chicago Office
Tatum LLC has added James Dimitriou as managing partner of the Chicago office. He will be responsible for developing, expanding and managing Tatum's Chicago practice. Prior to joining Tatum, Mr. Dimitriou was the executive vice president of nGenera Corporation where he managed sales of more than $70m in sales across the four major business units
Prince Houston Taps CEO for Janus Capital Group
New York-based executive search firm The Prince Houston Group has placed Richard M. Weil as chief executive officer at The Janus Capital Group Inc. Mr. Weil previously spent 13 years with PIMCO where he most recently served as their global head of PIMCO Advisory, a member of the executive committee, and member of the board
DHR Names New EVP
Executive search firm DHR International has named John V. Jazylo as executive vice president where he will split his time between the firm’s New York and Newark offices. Prior to joining DHR, Mr. Jazylo served as president, managing director and founder of JVJ Associates, a management wellness practice specializing in organizational performance (team assessment and
Korn Ferry Adds to North America Real Estate Practice
Korn/Ferry International has added Anthony J. LoPinto as head of its North America real estate practice. He will be based in Korn/Ferry’s New York office. Mr. LoPinto joins Korn/Ferry from Equinox Partners, a boutique real estate executive search firm, where he served as founder and CEO and oversaw offices in New York, Washington D.C., San
Saba Posts Revenue Gain
Saba/(NASDAQ:SABA), a provider of human capital management (HCM) solutions, has posted revenues of $27.5 million for the second quarter year 2010, up 6.4 percent from revenues of $25.8 million a year ago. The company earned $1 million, or seven cents per share, compared to a loss of $355,000, or one cent per share, in the
Despite Weak Labor Market, Workers Still Plan to Job Change
Recent improvements in the economy may have some workers preparing to move to a new job in the new year, with nearly one-in-five workers (19 percent) reporting they plan to leave their current job in 2010 to find a new one. Nine percent said they plan to leave in 2011. This is according to CareerBuilder’s
Preston | Reffett Adds Director to Open San Antonio Office
Preston | Reffett, LLC has added John Hughes, formerly the founder of Hughes / Valdez Executive Search as a managing director. Mr. Hughes will establish a new office based in San Antonio. Prior to establishing his own executive recruitment firm, Mr. Hughes held recruiting leadership roles in food retail, specialty retail, distribution, manufacturing, club retail,
Major, Lindsey & Africa Places General Counsel at Marina Bay Sands
Legal search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa has placed Faris Alsagoff as Asia general counsel of Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. The search was led by Caroline Lim, leader of MLA’s in-house practice in Asia. “Marina Bay Sands was looking for someone with experience working with the Singapore government who would fit into the Sands
HR Outsourcing Association Adds to Global Board
Recruiting company Spherion Corporation has announced that Rebecca Callahan, president of the company's SourceRight Solutions division, has been elected to the Human Resources Outsourcing Association's (HROA) global board of trustees. In this new role, Ms. Callahan joins an exclusive group of internationally recognized HR and HRO leaders representing the talent acquisition community. Together with the
Monster Employment Index Dips in December
The Monster Employment Index, a monthly analysis of millions of online job opportunities culled from a large, representative selection of corporate career sites and job boards, edged down four points in December, amid a relatively mild seasonal fall in online recruitment activity. On a year-over-year basis, the Index is now down 12 percent, the mildest
Interview: Recruiting CEO Tim Sheffield Discusses Investing for the Future and Leveraging a Global Brand
Tim Sheffield is founder and chief executive of executive search firm Sheffield Haworth Group. He began his career on the London, Chicago and Sydney Exchanges selling and trading Exchange Traded Derivatives. Since 1993, Mr. Sheffield has been responsible for the management and strategic development of the Sheffield Haworth Group, creating the leading specialist international executive
AESC Names Americas Council Board Member
The Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) has selected Kenneth D. Carrick Jr., partner and managing director of Coleman Lew & Associates, as an Americas council board member for a three-year term. “Coleman Lew & Associates is a long-time member of the AESC,” said Mr. Carrick. “I am pleased to serve on the Americas council
America’s Job Exchange Partners with Igenti
America's Job Exchange (AJE), a provider of job search and online recruiting solutions, has partnered with Igenti, an applicant tracking system provider that specializes in system applications related to hiring and marketing. The partnership will enable Igenti clients to purchase America's Job Exchange (AJE) services directly through their Igenti account managers. “We are thrilled to
JDG Associates Taps New Director for CIAP
Executive search firm JDG Associates Ltd. has placed Dennis Hart as the new executive director of the Construction Industry Advancement Program. Mr. Hart comes to CIAP from the New Jersey Environmental Infrastructure Trust where he has been the executive director since 2003. JDG Associates, founded by Joseph DeGioia, has been serving the executive recruitment needs
eQuest Achieves Oracle Validated Integration
eQuest, a provider of job posting distribution and job posting management, has achieved Oracle Validated Integration with Oracle E-Business suite 12.1 and Oracle's PeopleSoft Enterprise 9.0. Now, Oracle users, for either solution, can post, edit, and delete jobs at virtually any job board in the world without leaving their Oracle application. “We are extremely proud
ZRG Partners Opens Office in Frankfurt
ZRG Partners Inc., a global provider of executive search and talent management solutions, has opened a new office in Frankfurt, Germany, headed by Stephan Breitfeld. Mr. Breitfeld brings 13 years of retained search experience to ZRG, formerly serving as a managing director with Stanton Chase International. “Based on client demand and receptivity of the firm's
