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The AI Imperative: What HR Leaders Must Do to Drive Transformation
AI is reshaping organizations, industries, and functions, and human resources is no exception. HR leaders find themselves at the center of the AI capability gap; they must not only ensure that the workforce adopts AI across their organization but also upskill themselves and drive the AI enablement of the HR function, according to a new
NU Advisory Partners Assists Paciolan with President Search
NU Advisory Partners has helped to recruit Brendan Lynch as the new president of Paciolan in Irvine, CA. “Brendan is a visionary leader with a proven track record of success in driving operational excellence, innovation, and customer engagement in the ticketing industry,” said Ben Mathan, chief strategy officer at LEARFIELD, the company that acquired Paciolan
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
Using Your Candidate Experience to Attract Senior-Level Talent
In today’s competitive landscape, attracting and retaining top talent is essential for driving business growth and innovation. To achieve this, companies must go beyond the traditional recruitment process and focus on creating a memorable and positive experience for potential candidates, according to a report from Gables Search Group. The study explores the importance of candidate
Gundersen Partners Names Managing Director in London
Executive search firm Gundersen Partners has appointed Sarah Thewlis as managing director of the London offices. This planned step has been advanced following the sudden death of her predecessor, Tony Bucher; it was always the intention that Ms. Thewlis would take over in 2010 when Mr. Bucher was to become chairman of the U.K. Group.
DavenportMajor Fills Post for Abbott Diabetes Care
DavenportMajor Executive Search has recruited Mary Getz as divisional vice president of quality and compliance at Abbott Diabetes Care. Ms. Getz formerly served as VP of quality and compliance at Biosense Webster, Johnson and Johnson. Abbott Diabetes Care is developing products to reduce the discomfort and inconvenience of blood glucose monitoring; introducing systems that are
TriNet Group Appoints COO
TriNet Group, Inc., a provider of human resources outsourcing services for small businesses, has named Carlos Galarce as chief operating officer. Mr. Galarce’s first priority is the acceleration of the company’s technology upgrade process related to the closing of its acquisition of Florida-based Gevity in June. He will also focus on the advancement of the
Finance Job Seekers Remain Upbeat
As the economy begins to show signs of a recovery, about two-thirds of job seekers in the financial services sector are confident that they will be employed within the next six months. This optimism exists even as 79 percent of job seekers acknowledge that their job search is taking longer than they had initially expected.
SoftScape Expands in EMEA
Softscape, a global provider of people management software, has appointed Matt Park to lead the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) strategic global accounts and William Dockery as EMEA director of sales responsible for further expanding the company's global customer base. Both will apply their expertise within global enterprises and the human capital management (HCM)
Tatum Names Head of Denver Office
Tatum LLC has added Terry Peltes as managing partner of its Denver office. He will be responsible for developing, expanding and managing Tatum's Denver practice. Prior to joining Tatum, Mr. Peltes was the executive chairman of ALN Medical Management. Before that he was president and CEO of Aptiv Technology Partners and president and CEO of
Nosal Partners Completes Searches for Midland Credit
Executive leadership solutions firm Nosal Partners LLC has placed Ronald E. Naves as senior vice president, general counsel and secretary, as well as Ruth Clay as SVP of human resources for Midland Credit Management, a subsidiary of Encore Capital Group, Inc. in San Diego. Mr. Naves was most recently SVP of legal affairs for Gemstar
Kronos Selected by Wellstar Health System
Kronos Incorporated has been selected by WellStar Health System for its integrated suite of workforce management solutions to control labor costs, minimize compliance risk, and improve workforce productivity. The solution will be used to manage more than 11,000 employees across WellStar Health System's five hospitals in northwest Georgia. “Healthcare organizations are increasingly supplementing time and
Korn Ferry Adds Vice Chairman in NY Office
Korn/Ferry International has added Melanie Kusin to its New York office as a vice chairman and senior client partner in the firm's board & CEO services practice. Ms. Kusin joins the firm from Heidrick & Struggles, where she most recently served as vice chairman. She previously was global managing partner for the consumer practice. Ms.
Odgers Berndtson Announces Acquisitions in Russia and Poland
U.K.-based executive search firm Odgers Berndtson has acquired Moscow-based Pynes & Moerner and Warsaw-headquartered Kaluzynski & Madeja. Terms and conditions of the deals were not disclosed. Pynes & Moerner offers executive search and selection services, consults clients on building management teams, and designs executive remuneration models, motivation and development structures. Kaluzynski & Madeja provides executive
Russell Reynolds Associates to Lead CEO Search for Rockefeller & Co.
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has been retained by Rockefeller & Company to lead in its search for a chief executive officer. Established by John D. Rockefeller over 125 years ago, Rockefeller & Company is a wealth management firm based in New York. With a worldwide network of 39 offices and
Parker Executive Search Completes Search for Notre Dame
Atlanta-headquartered Parker Executive Search has placed Brian Kelly as the head football coach for the University of Notre Dame. The firm also assisted Notre Dame in finding current athletic director Jack Swarbrick. Mr. Kelly was previously the head coach of football at University of Cincinnati, a team he led to an undefeated record in 2009.
Yahoo! to Consider Sale of HotJobs
According to Reuters and industry sources, Yahoo! has said it was open to selling its online job site HotJobs. At the recent UBS Global Media and Communications Conference in New York, Yahoo! chief executive Carol Bartz said the company would sell the unit for the right price even though an improving economy could help its
Team Capital Opens London Office
Executive search firm Team Capital has opened a new office in London which will serve as an international hub for corporate clients. The firm has also announced it will look to further grow its adviser population that focuses on top companies seeking counsel on their talent and leadership in U.S., Latin America, Europe, Middle East
DHR Places General Counsel at American Credit Acceptance
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm DHR International has placed Todd S. Manke as vice president and chief risk officer at American Credit Acceptance, LLC (ACA). Serguei Zaychenko, executive vice president, led this search and was assisted by James Restelli, a research associate. Prior to joining ACA, Mr. Manke served as director of consumer insights at Lincoln
Slight Uptick in CEO Turnover as Recovery Looms
While the economic downturn has sent nearly 4.7 million Americans to the unemployment line this year, departures among the nation’s chief executive officers is down nearly 18 percent from a year ago, according to the latest job-cut report by outplacement consultancy Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc. November saw just 94 chief executive officer changes, which
Workstream Names New CFO
Workstream Inc., a provider of on-demand compensation, performance and talent management software, has appointed Jerome P. Kelliher as the company's new chief financial officer. Mr. Kelliher, with 13 years of experience at Ernst & Young as a financial professional, will drive the enterprise-wide creation of value for all of Workstream's business units and bring the
Interview: ITeego Chief Discusses Fee Structure in Recruiting (Part 2)
Kevin Jenkins is the CEO and principle IT recruiter at ITeego, a national web technology recruiting firm based in Austin, Texas. Mr. Jenkins has been recruiting in the web technology space for nearly a decade. In addition to recruiting, he is an entrepreneur and investor in a number of internet start-ups aimed at the human
Sheffield Haworth Appoints Head of Global Markets Practice
London-based executive search firm Sheffield Haworth has added Lee Thacker as managing director and head of its global markets practice. Mr. Thacker will have responsibility for leading the executive search, research and advisory services in global markets across all Sheffield Haworth offices. Initially based in London, he will relocate to the Hong Kong office in
Stanton Chase Selects Head of EMEA
Executive search firm Stanton Chase International has elected Panos Manolopoulos as its vice president for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). In addition to his new international position, Mr. Panos also serves as managing partner of the U.A.E. He also was the global practice leader in consumer products and services practice group with responsibility over
Spencer Stuart to Lead GM CEO Search
General Motors Corporation has selected Spencer Stuart to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. The interim chief, Ed Whitacre, was also selected by Spencer Stuart. Detroit-based General Motors Corp., one of the world's largest automakers, was founded in 1908, and today manufactures cars and trucks in 34 countries. Founded in 1956
Judge Executive Search Names Managing Director
Judge Executive Search, a division of The Judge Group and a provider of retained executive search services, has added Steve Green as managing director. In his new role, Mr. Green is responsible for the overall day-to-day management and business development at the firm. A 12-year veteran of The Judge Group, Mr. Green was previously in
Barnes Kavelle Becomes BK Cornerstone
Executive search firm Barnes Kavelle has announced that it will change its name to BK Cornerstone, part of global search consultancy Cornerstone International Group. “As a leading European member of the Cornerstone International network we will be known as BK Cornerstone Ltd,” said Neil McLaughlin, managing partner. “This recognizes the increasing importance to our clients
Monster CEO Takes Part in White House Forum On Jobs and Growth
Sal Iannuzzi, chairman, president and CEO of Monster Worldwide, Inc., recently participated in an all-day White House Forum on Jobs and Economic Growth and shared some of his observations and what Monster is doing to help job seekers. “The White House Forum on Jobs was a call to arms for a group of leaders to
Egon Zehnder Survey: U.S. Confidence Lags in CEO Succession Planning
Recent Fortune 500 CEO resignations are putting the spotlight on CEO succession planning, according to Egon Zehnder. Yet, findings of an Egon Zehnder survey of senior executives reveal none of the top level U.S. executives taking the survey believe their companies are best in class or highly successful at meeting the challenge of succession planning.
Korn Ferry Shows 25 Percent Decline; Futurestep Down 57 Percent
Korn/Ferry International/(NYSE:KFY) posted revenues of $140.1 million for the second quarter fiscal 2010, a decrease of 24.6 percent from revenues of $189.3 million a year ago. Fee revenue decreased in all regions due to a 20.7 percent decrease in the overall number of engagements billed and a decrease of 2.8 percent in the average fee
ZoomInfo Unveils New Resource
ZoomInfo, a source for business information on people and companies, has released a new resource for job hunters called FreshContacts, which provides free access to job seekers looking to identify, research and connect with innovative companies and their hiring managers. Providing actionable intelligence on prospective employers, FreshContacts can shorten the time it takes for many
Jobseekers Disapprove of Obama Stimulus Plan
Jobseekers believe that President Obama's $787 billion stimulus package has left much to be desired after coming in to law last February. In a recent online survey of over 970 jobseekers and conducted by career portal, Job.com, 64 percent of respondents do not think that the President's stimulus plan has, in fact, created more jobs
eQuest Partners with JobsDB
eQuest, a provider of job posting distribution and job posting management, has partnered with JobsDB, a provider of online recruitment services in Asia Pacific, giving customers direct electronic access for posting job positions. JobsDB’s network coverage spans Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Korea, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, and Thailand. The agreement is significant
Recruiters Expect Employment Market to Recover in 2010
Amid signs that higher consumer spending helped lift the U.S. economy in the third quarter, recruiters are forecasting a double-digit increase in executive search assignments in 2010 following a brighter, but slower end to the current year, according to the results of ExecuNet's Recruiter Confidence Index (RCI). November's survey of 161 executive recruiters found that
CarterBaldwin Places CFO at Greenway Medical
Atlanta-headquartered CarterBaldwin Executive Search has recruited James A. Cochran as chief financial officer of Greenway Medical Technologies. Mr. Cochran was previously with TurboChef Technologies, Inc. where he was senior vice president corporate strategy and investor relations from October 2007 until TurboChef's merger with The Middleby Corporation. Greenway Medical Technologies provides the latest in EHR, ambulatory
