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The Tolan Group Fills Senior Positions for Holding Hands, Duly Health and Care, and Anodyne
The Tolan Group (TTG) recently assisted in the recruitment of Matt Niebuhr as the new CFO of Holding Hands, Inc., Monu Kalsi as SVP of marketing for Duly Health and Care, and Sean Inglis as VP of sales at Anodyne. With over 25 years of experience, Mr. Niebuhr previously served as CFO at Frontline Dental, where he
Kincannon & Reed Recruits CEO for the National Council of Farmer Cooperatives
Following a year-long, nationwide search Kincannon & Reed, which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has placed Duane Simpson as president and CEO of the National Council of Farmer Cooperatives (NCFC). He succeeds Chuck Conner, who has led the organization since 2009. Mr. Simpson will formally assume the role on July 14, 2025, coinciding with the
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.
Reducing Risk Through Informed Executive Search
As organizations face increasing pressure to make the right leadership decisions, executive search is becoming less about simply filling senior roles and more about reducing risk of a bad hire through better information, stronger alignment, and a deeper understanding of the leadership market. Companies are increasingly seeking search partners that can provide strategic insight before
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 CHRO for Keck Medicine of USC
Newport Beach, CA-based executive search firm Rokos Group has been retained by Keck Medicine of USC to lead in its search for a new chief human resources officer. The CHRO will serve as a strategic executive leader responsible for recommending, developing, implementing, administering, interpreting, coordinating, and evaluating human resources strategies, policies, programs, laws, and procedures pertaining to
Academic Career & Executive Search Retained by Briar Cliff University to Find New CFO
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) has been selected by Briar Cliff University to lead in its search for a vice president of finance and chief financial officer. Jennifer Muller, managing partner, is leading the assignment. Briar Cliff University seeks a strategic and entrepreneurial financial leader. Reporting directly to the president and serving as a member of the
How Adaptive Governance Is Reshaping Leadership in Private Equity
Private equity firms have transformed how they create value, placing greater emphasis on operational execution, leadership effectiveness, and strategic oversight throughout the investment lifecycle. As a result, executive search firms are increasingly being called upon not only to recruit high-impact leaders and board directors, but also to identify executives capable of operating within governance models
Why the Chief AI Officer Is Becoming a C-Suite Essential
Artificial intelligence is reshaping executive leadership, prompting organizations to rethink who should guide enterprise-wide AI strategy and oversee its responsible adoption. As companies move beyond experimentation to large-scale implementation, executive search firms are seeing growing demand for leaders who can combine technical expertise with business acumen, regulatory awareness, and the ability to drive transformation across
Yale University Taps Lindauer to Lead Vice President for Alumni Affairs and Development
Lindauer has been retained by Yale University to lead in its search for a vice president for alumni affairs and development. The search is being led by Lindauer CEO Deb Taft, executive vice president Faith Montgomery and senior consultant Andrew Machado. Yale University seeks an accomplished, visionary, and collaborative leader. Reporting directly to president Maurie McInnis and serving
What a Great Executive Onboarding Plan Actually Looks Like
Executive search firms devote significant time and expertise to identifying leaders capable of driving organizational success, yet the work of ensuring those executives thrive often begins only after the search concludes. As organizations face mounting pressure to maximize leadership investments and accelerate executive impact, onboarding is emerging as a critical extension of the search process
Slone Partners Recruits Chief Scientific Officer for Prolynx
Life sciences-focused search firm Slone Partners has recruited Amer Mirza as chief scientific officer at Prolynx, a biotechnology company developing a next-generation portfolio of ultra-long-acting medicines for obesity and related metabolic conditions. “Dr. Amer Mirza is an accomplished scientific leader whose deep expertise in drug discovery and development and passion for innovation make him exceptionally well suited to serve as
Wilson Appoints New CEO
Global talent solutions provider Wilson has announced a planned leadership transition as founder and CEO John Wilson moves into a role on the board after nearly 24 years leading the company. Jean-Francois Vezina has been appointed CEO and will lead the next phase of Wilson’s growth and innovation. “It was important to me that the company be
ATS vs. CRM: Why Both Matter in Executive Search
An ATS is designed to move candidates through a single search, not to maintain relationships over the years between searches. In executive search, however, those long-term relationships are where most of the revenue is actually generated. A new report from Recruiterflow breaks down the difference between an ATS and an executive search CRM, why relationship-driven
Potrero Group Leads Search for the Leader of Bay Area’s Largest Trail Network
San Francisco-based leadership consulting and search firm Potrero Group has assisted in the recruitment of Kirsten Saenz Tobey as the executive director of the Bay Area Ridge Trail Council. This follows a national search. “Kirsten brings exactly the combination of strategic vision, entrepreneurial leadership, and genuine passion for conservation that this moment calls for,” said Taylor
Caldwell Appoints COO; Announces New Regional Managing Partner Structure
Toronto-based Caldwell has named John Blank as chief operating officer. The firm has also established a new regional managing partner structure designed to support the firm’s continued growth, strengthen operational effectiveness, and enhance coordination across its global platform. In his new role, Mr. Blank will oversee Caldwell’s business and people operations, including regional leadership, talent and people
The Evolution of the CHRO: From Personnel to Enterprise Leadership
The responsibilities of today’s chief human resources officer extend far beyond talent management, reflecting a broader shift in how organizations view leadership and business performance. As workforce transformation, artificial intelligence, and organizational change reshape corporate priorities, the CHRO has become an increasingly influential voice in helping CEOs and boards navigate strategic decisions. Not long ago,
GHP Search Assists Christel House with the Recruitment of New Board Members
GHP Search, formerly known as Greenwich Harbor Partners, has helped Christel House Intl. to recruit John Gomes, partner, global telecom and technology at Bain & Co, and former partner, software at Kearney, Mani Iyer, chief AI and technology officer at Vanguard and former SVP – global head of infrastructure, data and technology at Paypal. Mr. Gomes is a globally recognized transformation and strategy leader in
TOC Arts Partners Assists Union Arts Center with the Recruitment of First Artistic Director
Following an extensive national search, New York City-based TOC Arts Partners has assisted Union Arts Center in Seattle, WA, with the recruitment of Yuvika Tolani as the first permanent artistic director. The search was led by vice president of executive search, Cynthia Fuhrman. “As a former resident of Seattle myself, I have enjoyed many performances
Why PE Organizations Need to Apply Their Own Playbook to Themselves
Private equity firms have long applied rigorous operating frameworks to the companies they acquire, but many have yet to bring that same discipline to their own organizations. As market conditions demand stronger operational execution and more consistent value creation, leading firms are rethinking how they structure teams, define leadership roles, and integrate operating expertise across
ZRG Aspen Leadership Group Seeking Chief of Development for the American LGBTQ+ Museum
ZRG Aspen Leadership Group was recently retained by the American LGBTQ+ Museum to lead in its search for chief of development. Jeanette Rivera-Watts is leading the assignment. Reporting to the executive director, the chief of development will provide the leadership, direction, and coordination of fundraising strategies and activities to advance the mission of the American
Lochlin Partners Recruits CFO for the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association
Lochlin Partners has recruited Janelle Padgett as VP and CFO of the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association in Glen Allen, VA. Ms. Padgett has more than 25 years of progressive executive leadership experience across complex healthcare systems, including multiple CFO, controller, and senior finance leadership roles within both for-profit and non-profit healthcare organizations. Most recently,
Why PE Firms Need Operational CFOs as Executive Growth Planners
Consider a private equity deal team forced to hold a portfolio company well beyond its planned exit timeline—not because the business underperformed, but because the IPO market stalled and potential buyers disappeared. Today, that scenario is more common than exceptional, a recent report from Odgers explained. “In an era where capital is abundant but exits
Executive Hiring Without Borders: Navigating the Opportunities and Risks
Remote work has transformed how we do business. When it comes to hiring, there are no borders. Companies can choose leaders from around the globe to guide their organizations. While beneficial, this can also present issues, according to a new report from Stahl Recruiting Executive Search, an executive search firm specializing in the railway industry. “When
Academic Search Recruits 10th President for the University of Saint Mary
Following a nationwide search, education-focused executive recruiter Academic Search has assisted in the recruitment of Ann Marie Fallon as the 10th president of the University of Saint Mary (USM) in Leavenworth, KS. Senior consultants Suzanne Mellon and Disa Mason led the assignment. She will succeed Sister Diane Steele, who has led USM for 25 years and last summer announced her
Why Human Judgment Will Matter More in the Age of AI
AI will accomplish extraordinary things—but it will also tempt us to mistake output for humanity. It has the potential to boost productivity, reduce costs, accelerate insight and innovation, and, when used thoughtfully, even deepen our self-awareness. As AI agents and systems become increasingly capable of showing reasoning, empathy, and elements of judgment, many people will
The Tolan Group Recruits VP of Payor Strategy at CCRM Fertility
The Tolan Group (TTG) has placed Marianne Fanning as vice president of payor strategy at CCRM Fertility, bringing extensive experience in managed care strategy, payor relations, and reimbursement optimization. Ms. Fanning’s appointment reflects CCRM Fertility’s continued investment in expanding patient access, strengthening payor partnerships, and supporting the organization’s long-term growth strategy. Prior to joining CCRM Fertility,
Kaye/Bassman Names Leader of North Division, Construction and Real Estate Practice
Plano, TX-based executive search firm Kaye/Bassman International (KBIC), a Starfish Partners company, has named Lee Martin as managing director and practice leader of the north division within its construction and real estate practice. In this expanded leadership role, he will lead the continued growth of the firm’s commercial real estate, building construction, and construction technology practices across the northern United States, further advancing KBIC’s integrated
How Executive Search Is Evolving Alongside Private Equity
With private equity firms placing greater emphasis on operational execution and long-term value creation, expectations around leadership strategy are rapidly evolving. Search firms are increasingly being asked to move beyond traditional recruiting models and serve as broader talent advisors aligned with investment outcomes. In this environment, the distinction between transactional hiring and strategic partnership is
DSG | Koya Retained by Gilda’s Club Chicago for CEO Search
DSG | Koya has been tapped by Gilda’s Club Chicago to lead in its search for a new CEO. The search is being led by Cheryl Stevens and Claire Hunt. The next CEO will have the chance to build on Gilda’s Club Chicago’s strong foundation while leaving a lasting mark—expanding its reach, deepening community and healthcare
5 Key Steps to Navigating the Generative AI Revolution
The introduction of ChatGPT and subsequent surge in interest around large language models (LLMs) and generative AI has thrust technology conversation into the spotlight for both boards and leaders. While AI adoption to date has varied among organizations, generative AI has brought the barrier of AI adoption to an extraordinarily reachable place, according to a new
Morgan Samuels Places Exec at Toronto Dominion Bank
Morgan Samuels Company, a Los Angeles-based executive recruiter, has placed Bryan Berthold as vice president of corporate real estate at Toronto Dominion Bank. Mr. Berthold had most recently been first vice president, corporate property services, real estate strategy and relationship management at Washington Mutual Corporation. Previously he was vice president of corporate real estate strategy,
Manpower Launches Manpower Public Sector Inc.
Manpower Inc. has launched Manpower Public Sector Inc., a new subsidiary under the Manpower brand designed to provide both consulting and staffing services solutions to the U.S. Federal Government. The newly created entity will use the workforce management expertise, reputation and consulting skill sets that already exist within the Manpower group of companies. Andrew Jones,
Online Job Demand Down in September
Online advertised vacancies declined by 101,800 to 3,363,000 in September, according to The Conference Board Help-Wanted OnLine Data Series (HWOL). September losses partially offset the larger August gains (+169,000), leaving labor demand up by 67,000 over the past two months. Since the low point in April 2009, labor demand is up by 201,000, showing a
DHR to Lead CFO Search for Illumina
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm DHR International has been selected by Illumina to lead in its search for a new chief financial officer. Former CFO Christian Henry was recently promoted to senior vice president of corporate development. Colleen Hulce, executive vice president and managing director of DHR in Los Angeles, and John Baker, executive vice president
Boston Search Group and IdealWave Merge to Create BSG Team Ventures
BSG Team Ventures (formerly Boston Search Group), an international executive search firm serving emerging and high-growth companies, has merged with IdealWave Solutions, an executive recruitment leader in the mobility and convergence sector. The combined company, BSG Team Ventures , will be headquartered in Boston, with offices in Silicon Valley, New York and London. The merged
Russell Reynolds Associates Announces Promotions
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has announced the promotions of David Finke to managing director and Constantine Alexandrakis and Lyndon Taylor to managing directors in its Chicago office. A member of the firm's technology sector, Mr. Finke conducts search assignments for board director, CEO and senior executive level positions for public
Cook Associates Adds to M&A Advisory Services Division
The M&A advisory services division at Chicago-based Cook Associates has added Neil Midler as managing director. Over the past seven years, Mr. Midler has worked with many of the nation's leading private equity firms sourcing proprietary investment opportunities, developing acquisition search strategies, and successfully managing targeted search programs. He has led search efforts for both
INTERVIEW: i4cp Analyst Discusses Creating Competitive Advantage Through a Leveraged Workforce (Part 1)
The Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp) is the world's largest vendor-free network of corporations focused on building and sustaining a highly productive, high-performance organization. With a combination of peer networking, research, tools and technology, i4cp is designed to lead organizations through an economic climate where improving productivity and performance is mandatory. Carol Morrison is a
TRANSEARCH Expands in Middle East
TRANSEARCH International has added Souvik Chakraborty and Gaurav Seth to its Mumbai and New Delhi offices. Mr. Chakraborty will lead the India technology practice while Mr. Seth will head the retail and financial services practices as well as the business process outsourcing practice. Prior to joining Transearch, Mr. Chakraborty was the founder of CAPntel Executive
Spencer Stuart to Lead CEO Search for Hill-Rom Holdings
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been retained by Hill-Rom Holdings, Inc. to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. Current president and CEO, Peter H. Soderberg, has announced his retirement. The search process, which is already underway, will include a full review of both internal and external candidates. Hill-Rom is a
Boyd & Moore Executive Search Breaks into U.S. Market
Boyd & Moore Executive Search (BMES) has opened a new office in Silicon Valley, marking its first office in North America. The new office is part of the firm's strategy to expand its presence in the global recruitment solutions industry by broadening and deepening business relationships with clients headquartered throughout the U.S. Boyd & Moore
Heidrick & Struggles Downgraded
Shares of executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International/(NASDAQ:HSII) fell sharply last week as an analyst downgraded its shares, saying they're overvalued. Analyst Ty Govatos of C.L. King and Associates downgraded the Chicago-based company to "neutral" from "buy." He said in a note to clients that he initially rated the shares a "buy" after Heidrick
Kaye/Bassman Adds Partner to Lead Legal Practice
Executive search firm Kaye/Bassman International Corp. has expanded its academic physician practice to include obstetrics and gynecology. Cindy Ornish will be the partner in charge of the new practice. “With the advances in all modalities of women's imaging, cancer research, reproductive advancements, and wellness, to name a few, the demand for these specialty physicians will
Witt/Kieffer to Lead Search for Purdue University
Executive search firm Witt/Kieffer has been selected by Purdue University to lead in its search for a senior vice president for external relations. The position is within the development/foundation/fundraising division at the West Lafayette, IN-based university. Witt/Kieffer assist colleges, universities, national educational associations, foundations, cultural organizations, human service and advocacy organizations, private secondary schools and
Alexander Mann Solutions Elects New Chairman
Alexander Mann Solutions, a London-based global recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) firm, has appointed Michael O’Higgins to the position of chairman. Mr. O’Higgins is a former managing partner of PA Consulting and was previously a partner of Price Waterhouse Consulting. He has been chairman of the audit committee since October 2006 and is a non-executive director
Diversified Search Fills Top Post at Delaware River Waterfront Corporation
Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson has placed Thomas P. Corcoran executive director of the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC). Mr. Corcoran joins the DRWC from the Cooper’s Ferry Development Association, Inc (CFDA), where he has served as founding president and CEO for 25 years. DRWC is a nonprofit corporation organized exclusively for the benefit of the
CEO Departures Fall 20 Percent
It has been a volatile year for CEO turnover and the most recent month has seen 101 CEO changes, marking a 20 percent decline from a nine-month high of 126 in July. The August total is the second lowest of the year, according to the latest report on CEO turnover released by global outplacement firm
Korn Ferry Sued for Gay-Bias
According to a story reported by the Wall Street Journal, former senior client partner Marti Smye has sued Korn/Ferry International for allegedly firing her because she is gay. The lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court, claims that Korn/Ferry breached her employment contract by dismissing her last year and not paying her nearly $4
Korn Ferry Adds New Board Members
Korn/Ferry International has added Baroness Denise Kingsmill and George T. Shaheen to its board as directors. A former partner at a London law firm, Ms. Kingsmill has held a series of high-profile non executive director and advisory roles in the private sector, including at British Airways, Laing O’Rourke, Royal Bank of Scotland and Telewest Communications.
Scottish-Based Eden Scott Expands Board
Eden Scott, a Scottish-based recruitment firm, has elected Mark Durham and James Milne to its board of directors, bringing the total number of directors to six. Based in the firm's Glasgow office, Mr. Durham has been a divisional manager with Eden Scott since joining the firm in 2006. Overseeing the public sector and IT divisions,
WorkPlace Diversity Critical Talent Driver
Diversity in the workplace continues to remain an important business driver and priority for many Fortune 500 companies. In a Harris Interactive survey commissioned by Capital H Group, 95 percent of those surveyed say that senior management views creating a diverse workforce as a major goal. The ‘Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace’ survey involved
Knightsbridge Acquires MICA Consulting Partners
Knightsbridge Executive Search has acquired MICA Consulting Partners, a Canadian-based leadership solutions consultancy. MICA's specialized expertise in strategic alignment, executive assessment, leadership development, team effectiveness and succession planning, strengthens and deepens Knightsbridge's leadership solutions practice. Knightsbridge provides assessment and coaching, talent attraction, organizational and leadership development, or career management and transition to a wide array
Russell Reynolds Associates Promotes Managing Director
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has promoted Christopher Langhoff to managing director in the firm's corporate officers’ practice, specializing in financial officer assignments. Mr. Langhoff has conducted searches for various roles including CFOs, treasurers, controllers/CAOs, investor relations, and other strategy and corporate development roles for companies in retail, hospitality, consumer products
Phillips Oppenheim Selected by the Studio Theatre
New York City-headquartered Phillips Oppenheim has been selected to assist The Studio Theatre in its search for a new artistic director. Joy Zinoman, the founding artistic director, has announced that she will retire from The Studio Theatre on September 1, 2010 after 35 years at the helm. Search consultants Becky Klein and Mark Tarnacki will
Kenexa Releases New Leadership Solutions Offering
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has released Kenexa Leadership Solutions. The product suite enables organizations to evaluate dimensions of leader performance, and develops current and future leaders to drive ongoing business performance. The suite of solutions, which consists of an audit into the quality and impact of an organization's
Interview: Recruiting Specialist Jim Gunther Discusses Risk Management Search Sector
Jim Gunther is principal of Harvard Aimes Group. He founded the firm in 1984 as an employer retained executive search firm engaged exclusively in the business of identifying and recruiting corporate risk management professionals. Mr. Gunther formerly served as head of risk management for Schiavone Corporation, Food Fair/Pantry Pride, and the Howard Johnson Company. In
Spencer Stuart Places CEO at ACCION
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has recruited Michael Schlein as president and chief executive officer of ACCION. Mr. Schlein previously served as president of international franchise management at Citigroup. "It's been a privilege to serve on the search committee, and we extend our deep thanks to the recruitment firm for their exhaustive work," said Catherine
Global Senior Executives Predict Rebound in Early 2010
Results from a recent poll of global senior executive members of BlueSteps revealed that 48 percent expect the economy to rebound in the first half of 2010. Only 25 percent of those surveyed believe a recovery will occur in the second half of 2009, with 27 percent not expecting a recovery until the second half
Carmichael Fisher Names Office Head in London
Executive search firm Carmichael Fisher has added Guy Adams as head of practice for legal recruitment in its London office. Mr. Adams most recently served as manager and head of Europe (legal recruitment) at Taylor Root. Prior to that he held various positions at legal firms Norton Rose, McGrigors and Reynolds Porter Chamberlain. “Our legal
Adicio Launches New Classifieds Sites
Adicio Inc., a provider of interactive classified advertising software solutions for media companies, has launched a variety of new online classifieds sites for clients on their real estate, careers and motors platforms in recent months. New Adicio real estate sites include NWHomes.com for The Seattle Times; TriadHomes.com for Greensboro News & Record; Omaha World-Herald’s Marketplace
StepStone Launches Candidate Tracker Web Service
StepStone, a London-based provider of human capital management solutions, has launched a new web service, Candidate Tracker, which brings recruitment management solutions to companies. Candidate Tracker will automate much of the administration in hiring staff, from posting a new job on multiple online sites to managing the offer process. Candidate Tracker enables customers to purchase
