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The Most Important Career Advice You Haven’t Acted on Yet
In an environment defined by constant change and heightened expectations, leadership has become as much about clarity of purpose as it is about capability. Organizations are reassessing what effective leadership looks like—seeking individuals who not only bring expertise but can communicate their impact with precision and authenticity. As business models evolve and competition for skilled
Flatiron Search Partners Recruits CEO for Mathnasium- Fortis Franchise Group
Flatiron Search Partners (FSP) has placed Kenneth Hall as the new CEO of Mathnasium- Fortis Franchise Group in Winter Park, FL. “Congratulations to Kenneth Hall on his new role as CEO at Snapdragon Capital Partners-backed Mathnasium- Fortis Franchise Group,” Flatiron Search Partners said in a LinkedIn post. “We were grateful to partner with Snapdragon on yet another
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
Here’s How PE Firms Can Reduce Talent Churn and Produce Better Leaders
Participants in the ninth annual PE leadership survey conducted by AlixPartners generally agree that the most important thing they can do to achieve the financial results they demand is to pay attention to leadership and talent. For PE firms, which prioritize C-suite leadership, and portcos, which emphasize talent at all levels, “the quality of leadership and succession
Morgan Samuels Completes Search for Harris Corp
Morgan Samuels Company, a Los Angeles-based executive recruiter, has placed Andy Start as president of international business at Harris Corporation’s RF Communications Division. Mr. Start had most recently been managing director and vice president – BAE Systems Platform Solutions, London. Harris Corporation develops communications products for government and commercial customers worldwide, makes microwave, satellite, and
Kelly Services Posts 2009 Decline of Over 20 Percent
Kelly Services, Inc./(NASDAQ:KELY), a global provider of workforce solutions, has posted revenue for the fourth quarter of 2009 of $1.2 billion, a seven percent decrease compared to the corresponding quarter in 2008. The company reported a net loss of $8.2 million, or 23 cents a share, compared with a loss of $88.7 million, or $2.55
Boyden to Lead CEO Search for SF AIDS Foundation
Boyden has been tapped by the San Francisco Aids Foundation to lead its search for a new chief executive. The search will be headed by Neil Sims, a managing director based in the firm's San Francisco office. The San Francisco AIDS Foundation provides leadership to prevent new HIV infections. Founded in 1946, Boyden is an
Accenture Adds Human Services Practice Director
Jerry Friedman has joined Accenture’s human services practice as director of strategic initiatives. Mr. Friedman has served as the American Public Human Services Association’s (APHSA) executive director since 2001. “Human services agencies face unprecedented pressure to meet increasing demands for citizen services at a time when budgets continue to decline,” said Steve Rohleder, group chief
HireVue Chosen by Mosaic Sales Solutions
Video interviewing provider HireVue has been selected by Mosaic Sales Solutions, a field sales and marketing company to streamline its hiring process. “Mosaic Sales Solutions is a unique and exciting company for an HR technology provider like HireVue to partner with,” says Mark Newman, HireVue's CEO. “They are in the business of people. To be
Korn Ferry Hires Former OppenheimerFunds CEO
Korn/Ferry International has added John V. Murphy as managing director for the asset and wealth management sector of its global financial markets practice. He will be based in the firm's Boston office. Mr. Murphy joins Korn/Ferry after eight years at OppenheimerFunds, Inc. where he most recently served as chairman and previously was the company's CEO
Eric Salmon & Partners Adds to Paris Office
Executive search firm Eric Salmon & Partners has named Lorraine Kron du Luart as a recruiting manager in its Paris office. Ms. Kron du Luart was most recently the founder of LKL-partners. Prior to that, she spent two years as a principal with Heidrick & Struggles. She also formerly served as engagement manager/professional development manager
Isaacson, Miller Retained by Antioch College
Isaacson, Miller has been selected by the Antioch College board pro tempore to assist in its search for a new president. John M. Isaacson, principal of the firm, will lead the search. Work has already begun and it is expected that the board will announce its selection by mid-summer or early fall. Antioch College is
Kenexa Posts 13.3 Percent Reveue Loss
Kenexa Corporation/(NASDAQ:KNXA), a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has posted revenues of $39.1 million for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2009, a 13.3 percent decrease from revenues of $45.1 million a year ago. The company recorded net income of $294,000, or $0.01 per share, from a loss of $120.9 million, or
Paycor Releases HR Performer Software
Paycor, a provider of payroll, HR and time keeping solutions, has released its latest HR Performer software. HR Performer is a web-based solution developed by Paycor's software experts. The software allows human resource professionals, managers and staff to perform administrative functions online, from entering or updating information to transacting benefit enrollment requests and ensuring compliancy.
Nosal Partners Completes Search for Smart Modular
Executive leadership solutions firm Nosal Partners LLC has placed John A. Scaramuzzo Jr. as senior vice president and general manager, storage business unit at SMART Modular Technologies, Inc. Mr. Scaramuzzo was most recently senior vice president and general manager, enterprise compute division at Seagate Technology LLC. The search was conducted by David Nosal, chairman and
Employment Index Edges Down in January
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 one point in January, while the annual rate of decline moderated to an almost-flat three percent, as the Index appears close to emerging from a period of
DHR Expands Canadian Practice
Executive search firm DHR International has expanded its Canadian presence in Toronto through the acquisition of six former Boyden employees who will join DHR’s Toronto team: Gary Huggins will serve as managing director of Toronto; Rod Malcolm joins as executive vice president and consumer practice group leader; Sussannah Kelly and Beverleigh Aquilanti join as executive
Futurestep Selected by SEC
Futurestep, a provider of talent acquisition solutions, has been selected by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to provide talent acquisition solutions to help the agency address its talent needs. Futurestep's work for the SEC will include both recruitment and strategic services, with a focus on the implementation of talent acquisition processes and support related
Monster to Acquire Yahoo! HotJobs
Monster Worldwide, Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the assets of online recruitment site Yahoo! HotJobs from Yahoo! for $225 million in cash. Monster and Yahoo! have also entered into a three year commercial traffic agreement, to take effect upon the closing of the acquisition, in which Monster will become Yahoo!'s provider
Spherion Posts Large Revenue Loss
Recruiting giant Spherion Corporation/(NYSE:SFN) posted fourth quarter 2009 revenues of $456 million, a 29 percent decline from revenues of $505 million during the same period last year. The Fort Lauderdale-based company posted adjusted earnings from continuing operations of $3.2 million, or $0.06 per share, compared with adjusted earnings of $0.8 million, or $0.02 per share,
DavenportMajor Places Marketing Exec at Metropcs
DavenportMajor Executive Search has recruited Robert Fant as the vice president of marketing and brand management for MetroPCS. Mr. Fant previously served as director of advertising at Advance Auto Parts. MetroPCS Communications, incorporated in 2004, is a wireless communications provider that offers wireless broadband mobile services under the MetroPCS brand in selected metropolitan areas in
INAC Adds Indian-Based Firm to Network
Brussels-headquartered INAC Executive Search Worldwide, a global network of search consultants, has added Aryan HR Consulting Pvt. Ltd. to its network. With offices in New Delhi and Bangalore, Aryan HR Consulting was established in 1992 and has consulting experience in executive search and Organizational Capability Enhancement (OCE). “We are delighted to join INAC, present in
Interview: Tatum CEO Discusses Interim Search Services
Rich D’Amaro is a tenured executive who joined professional services firm Tatum LLC as chairman and CEO in February 2005. He brings a wealth of experience in strategic management, venture funding, investment banking, and mergers and acquisitions. His career began at KPMG LLP where after 21 years he departed as a member of the firm's
Stepstone Launches Online Assessment Tool
StepStone, a London-based provider of human capital management solutions, has created a free online assessment tool that can assist businesses to quickly evaluate the effectiveness of their performance management processes. Companies taking the assessment will receive a personalized scorecard of key talent performance indicators, such as leadership effectiveness and individual goal tracking, to help evaluate
Canaan Ridge Hosts Recruiting Development Event
Fourteen executive search consultants successfully completed the most recent professional development program conducted by Canaan Ridge. The Exceptional Search Consultant program was held in Palm Beach and provided insight on industry best practices related to sales effectiveness, building client reputation and the ideal search. In addition, participants spent a full day taking a comprehensive look
Integrated Talent Management Leads to Profitable Companies
Amid a shaky job market and predictions of massive turnover once the economy rebounds, a new study confirms that companies with integrated talent management processes not only achieved greater year-over-year profitability, but are also better positioned to achieve long-term success than companies with disparate HR processes and employee database systems. The study, “Integrated Talent Management:
Department of Labor Awards Goodwill $7.3 Million for Green Jobs
Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis has announced that Goodwill Industries International will receive a $7.3 million grant as part of “Pathways Out of Poverty,” a funding opportunity authorized by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (Recovery Act). The grant will provide funds to create green job training programs as a strategy to
Spherion Acquires Tatum, LLC
Recruiting giant Spherion Corporation has acquired Tatum, LLC, a human capital solutions company providing executive search and professional coaching services. Tatum has nearly 1,000 partners and principles in 37 offices in the U.S. Total consideration for the transaction is $46 million, comprised of $11 million in Spherion stock and the remainder in cash and assumed
Connections Recruitment Creates Search Division
Connections Recruitment has launched an executive search practice to compliment the existing recruiting divisions within its business. The new division will be led by Alastair Pascoe, who will provide search and selection services across EMEA and APAC for positions ranging between $250,000 – $600,000 in the fields of sales and marketing, HR, finance, IT and
Dice Posts 25 Percent Revenue Decline
Dice Holdings, Inc./(NYSE:DHX), a career website for technology and engineering professionals, has recorded revenues of $26.7 million for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2009, a decline of 25 percent from $35.5 million in the comparable quarter of 2008. Both Dice.com and eFinancialCareers.com have been impacted by recruitment activity which improved from the third quarter
Korn Ferry to Lead CEO Search for Borders
Korn/Ferry International has been retained by Borders Group, Inc. to lead in its search for yet another chief executive officer. Current CEO Ron Marshall is leaving to take over the CEO post at supermarket chain Great Atlantic & Pacific Co. Headquartered in Ann Arbor, MI., Borders Group is a retailer of books, music and movies
Top Spencer Stuart Recruiter Jumps to Korn Ferry
Korn/Ferry International has appointed Anthony J. Vardy as head of its London office. Mr. Vardy is joining Korn/Ferry|Whitehead Mann after 15 years at Spencer Stuart where he was head of the firm's London office and a founding member of the technology, communications and media practice in Europe. Throughout his career, Mr. Vardy has conducted executive
Kenzer Group Recruiters Purchase Firm’s Assets
The assets of executive search firm Kenzer Corp. have been acquired by a group of former Kenzer executives, operating as Kenzer Group, LLC. “We are all very excited about the formation of our new company. We have acquired the assets of Kenzer Corp. and are already well on our way to building on that base,”
Hudson Adds New U.K. Head
Hudson, a global provider of recruitment and talent management services, has added Tim Drake as the head of its talent management division in the U.K. Mr. Drake joins Hudson from AB InBev, where he was director of people continuity and led the talent management and succession strategy for Western Europe over the last five years.
Monster Introduces New Matching Tech
Online careers site Monster.com has launched its patented semantic 6Sense search technology, delivering matches for job seekers and employers. 6Sense powers a suite of search products including Power Resume Search, Candidate Spotlight and Seeker Job Search (Beta). “Hiring is fundamental to the economic recovery. Technology can play a significant role in helping businesses mitigate the
