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The AI Adoption Curve in Executive Search
Executive search firms are moving rapidly along the AI adoption curve, integrating artificial intelligence into their workflows not as a novelty, but as a strategic advantage. Leaders from NU Advisory Partners, Bespoke Partners, and Accelent recently shared with Hunt Scanlon Media how AI is transforming research, accelerating search processes, and redefining candidate engagement—while also highlighting
RH Perry & Associates Recruits Provost for New Mexico Highlands University
RH Perry & Associates has assisted in the recruitment of Dann Brown as the new provost and vice president of academic affairs of New Mexico Highlands University (NMHU). The assignment was led by senior consultants Sue DeWine and Pam Shockley-Zalabak. “The experience Dr. Brown brings to NMHU will serve our institution well as we pursue innovative and transformational change initiatives,”
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.
Canadian Executive Search Market Shifts to Meet New Demands
Throughout 2023, executive search consultants have Hunt Scanlon Media that the Canadian executive recruiting market experienced shifts in response to the evolving demands of a rapidly changing business environment across the country. Amidst the ongoing transformations in executive recruiting, the Canadian business landscape has become increasingly competitive, requiring a strategic approach to talent acquisition. Recruiters
Korn Ferry Adds to San Francisco Office
Korn/Ferry International has added Allen J. Delattre as technology global market managing director. Mr. Delattre, who will be based out of the Firm’s San Francisco office, will report to Korn/Ferry CEO Gary Burnison and serve on the firm’s global operating committee. He joins Korn/Ferry after more than 20 years at Accenture, where he most recently
Phoenix Management Launches Healthcare Practice Group
Phoenix Management Services has launched a healthcare practice group that will focus on financial and operational assessments; restructurings and turnarounds; mergers, acquisitions and divestitures; interim management and executive search for hospitals and hospital systems throughout the U.S. Phoenix's healthcare practice will be led by healthcare industry veterans Ken Doran and Will Moore, who have over
Heidrick & Struggles to Find CFO for Constant Contact
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has been chosen by Constant Contact to lead its search for a new chief financial officer. Current CFO Steven R. Wasserman has announced his intention to resign. With more than 300,000 customers, Constant Contact is a provider of email marketing, event marketing and online survey tools for
One-Fifth of Managers to Increase Hiring Plans in 2010
As the recruitment market levels out, hiring expectations by employers and recruiters are improving for the first time in 18 months, finds a new survey by Dice Holdings, Inc., a provider of specialized career websites for professional communities. However, caution and uncertainty still abound with employers split nearly 50-50 on the key labor market issue:
DHR Expands into Bangalore
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm DHR International has expanded into Bangalore, India with the appointment of Harold D’Souza as senior vice president. Mr. D’Souza’s industry expertise includes all areas of the technology sector. Over the last six years he has successfully worked with organizations – both Indian and MNC – in the semiconductor, hardware, software products
Carmichael Fisher Adds to Financial Services Practice
Executive search firm Carmichael Fisher has added Kirsty Brett as a senior consultant in its financial services practice. Ms. Brett, who will be based in Carmichael Fisher’s London office, joins the firm from Harvey Nash and will help develop retail-focused financial services search across the Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) market. “Financial Services
Headlight International Opens Office in Barelona
Executive search firm Headlight International has opened a third European office in Barcelona. The office will be managed jointly by partners Pere Aurell and Sonia Montesinos. Mr. Aurell began his career in executive search in 2004, after a long career in management in the manufacturing, services and life sciences industries. In 2009 he along with
Diversified Search Selected by Luciad and Coca-Cola
Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson’s diversity and supply chain practices have been retained by Luciad and The Coca-Cola Company. The firm will be leading Luciad’s search for a CEO in the Washington, D.C. area. Luciad is a Belgium-based defense software company. In another assignment, Coca-Cola has asked Diversified to assist in its search for a group
Morgan Samuels Appoints New Principals
Morgan Samuels Company, a Los Angeles-based executive recruiter, has added James Pruett and Michael Sullivan as principals. Mr. Pruett was previously a senior client partner in the Chicago office of Korn/Ferry International, and a member of its global financial services practice with a concentration in the real estate sector. He has led engagements across multiple
HireRight Acquires NDI
HireRight, a global provider of on-demand employment screening solutions, has acquired National Diagnostics, Inc. (NDI), a full-service provider of drug testing and physical exam services that serves U.S. and global employers of all sizes. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. “NDI's deep expertise, full-service offering, and technology-driven approach mesh well with HireRight's commitment to
Atlanta, Pittsburgh, Boston Record Most Job Growth
Although there was a slight increase in the November 2009 CareerCast.com/JobSerf Employment Index, job seekers might be in for a long wait until hiring improves enough for unemployment to drop back into the single digits. The CareerCast.com/JobSerf Employment Index, which measures U.S. managerial recruitment activity, found that the number of online job postings in November
Kenexa Selected by Amnesty International
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has been selected by human rights group Amnesty International to manage its international recruitment efforts. Amnesty International's potential applicants, for full time, part time and volunteer roles, will be able to search for available jobs on its website, register and receive emails when jobs
JDG Associates Taps Executive Director for ALA
Executive search firm JDG Associates Ltd. has placed Larry Smith as executive director of the Association for Legal Administrators (ALA). Mr. Smith joins ALA from the American Bar Association where he had been the director of the law practice management section since 2002. ALA is an international professional membership organization dedicated to improving the quality
BIO Career Center Adds to Network
www.biocareercenter.com, an online job board and careers site for life science professionals, has added Northwestern and Columbia University as members of its job board, joining 28 other major life science training Institutions. The job board is specifically designed for post-graduates in the life sciences. Bio Career Center's institution consortium consists of UCLA, Brown, NYU, Georgetown,
Battalia Winston Amrop Acquires Centennial Advisory Group
Battalia Winston Amrop has acquired the executive search business of Centennial Advisory Group. Centennial is a Stamford, CT-based executive search firm specializing in the investment management industry. Frank Carr, founder of Centennial, joins Battalia Winston as a partner in the firm’s financial services practice. With more than 12 years of executive search experience, Mr. Carr
Slayton Adds SVP to Chicago Office
Chicago-based executive search firm Slayton Search Partners has added Jay D’Aprile to its Chicago office as a senior vice president. Mr. D’Aprile specializes in partnering with his clients’ senior management teams to create and execute nationwide executive search strategies with the goal of attracting, recruiting and placing executive talent. Throughout his career he has successfully
IHRIM Elects New Board Members
International Association for Human Resource Information Management (IHRIM) has elected three executives representing various areas within human resources and information management to its board of directors. David Brook is director of HR systems for the Southern California Medical Group, a non-profit entity within Kaiser Permanente that consists of 7,000 physicians and 35 non-physician executives. He
CDI Corp. Adds Former RightThing Exec
CDI Corp., a Philadelphia-based provider of IT-focused recruitment solutions, has appointed Brad Dever as vice president of business development for its CDI-Talent Management division. Mr. Dever has an extensive background in the recruiting and staffing industry, with intensive experience selling, implementing and managing the successful delivery of solutions for multiple organizations. He previously served as
Heidrick & Struggles to Lead CEO Search
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International has been chosen by Virgin Blue to lead its search for a new chief executive officer. Virgin Blue is an Australian low-cost airline, Australia's second-biggest airline as well as the largest by fleet size to utilize the Virgin brand. Heidrick & Struggles is a provider of senior-level
Rise in Executive Search Activity Reported
Third quarter data released by the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) indicates a rise in senior recruiting activity during July to September 2009 compared to the second quarter of this year. While annual trends continue to reveal far lower levels of search activity this year, the short term picture shows signs of recovery. Search
Nosal Partners Taps General Counsel for Holiday Retirement
Executive leadership solutions firm Nosal Partners LLC has placed Randy Wood as general counsel for Holiday Retirement Corporation. Mr. Wood was previously general counsel, vice president and corporate secretary for Golfsmith International Inc. The search was conducted by David Nosal, chairman and CEO, and Paula Elmore, senior partner at Nosal Partners. Holiday Retirement Corporation is
51job Posts Positive Revenues; CFO Resigns
51job, Inc./(NASDAQ:JOBS), a provider of integrated human resource services in China, has posted third quarter revenues of RMB 219.6 million (U.S. $32.2 million), an increase of 5.1 percent for the same quarter in 2008. Print advertising revenues for the third quarter of 2009 decreased 7.2 percent to RMB 77.1 million (U.S. $11.3 million) compared with
Bluesteps Forms Alliance with the Regus Group
BlueSteps, a career management service of the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) for senior executives, has partnered with The Regus Group, a provider of workplace solutions. The new alliance offers BlueSteps members convenient access to high profile office space, meeting rooms and other professional services. Under the terms of the agreement, all BlueSteps members
Declining Pay Seen Majority of New Senior Executives
Korn/Ferry International’s Executive Compensation Index shows declining pay in 2009 for the majority of new senior executives around the world after reaching a peak in 2008. The study shows that pay for first-year CEOs also declined in the North American and Asian markets in 2009, but increased in Europe, raising the global average CEO compensation
Spencer Stuart to Lead Search for Pacific-10 Conference
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been selected by the Pacific-10 Conference to conduct a search for a new chief operating officer and deputy commissioner. The newly-created position will report directly to Pac-10 Commissioner Larry Scott, with the person selected being responsible for managing many of the day-to-day operations of the Conference. The search is
VMA Group Names Head of Corporate Practice
U.K.-headquartered recruitment consultancy firm VMA Group has named Crystal Walter as head of its corporate communications practice. Ms. Walter will head a team of consultants focusing on permanent and interim recruitment. “Crystal has developed a comprehensive network of senior communications professionals and helped influence the career decisions of some key industry players,” said Claire Tuffin,
Antal Russia Names New Managing Director
Antal, a provider of professional recruitment services in Russia, has named Michael Germershausen as its new managing director. Antal Russia is part of the global recruitment consultancy FiveTen Group. “In Antal in Moscow, we have a great brand, outstanding people and high morale within the business. But as well as recognizing Michael's outstanding performance, this
America’s Job Exchange Partners with Arbita
America's Job Exchange (AJE), a provider of job search and online recruiting solutions, has partnered with Arbita, a provider of recruitment-marketing technology, media planning, and services. The alliance enables Arbita clients to purchase recruiting solutions and compliance services from America's Job Exchange (AJE) directly through their account managers. America's Job Exchange will also work closely
Companies Lacking Ability to Lead, Recruit and Retain
According to Aon Consulting, a global human capital consulting firm, of the 1,313 employers polled for its recent survey, 85 percent said talent retention and ability to meet talent/skills needs for leadership roles (84 percent) are top priorities. However, many reported that they are not effectively delivering these services with only 46 percent stating they
HireRight Taps VP of Operations
HireRight, a global provider of on-demand employment screening solutions, has appointed Catherine Aldrich as vice president of operations. Ms. Aldrich has more than 20 years of background screening, public records research, verification, and compliance experience and will be responsible for leading HireRight's service delivery functions in verifications, public records, and customer service. Her professional background
Korn Ferry Adds Office Manager in Bangalore Office
Korn/Ferry International has appointed Venkat Shastry as client partner and office manager based in the firm’s Bangalore office. Mr. Shastry will work within Korn/Ferry’s technology and professional services practices and provide overall leadership and local support for all other industry vertical practices that the firm specializes in. Mr. Shastry is a co-founder of Stanton Chase
