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Rokos Group Recruits Chief Medical Officer for Alameda Health System
Newport Beach, CA-based executive search firm Rokos Group has placed Lisa Laurent as the new chief medical officer of Alameda Health System (AHS) in Alameda, CA. “It was an honor to work with James Jackson, CEO, and his team throughout the search process,” said Greg Rokos, managing partner of Rokos Group. “We wish them a long and successful
Avant Executive Search & Talent Advisory Adds Partner
Avant Executive Search & Talent Advisory recently expanded with the addition of Kristin Fry as a partner. In her new role, she will work with managing partner Sonia Prais, focusing on expanding the firm’s executive search capabilities in the retail sector. “We are thrilled to announce that Kristin Fry has joined the Avant Executive Search
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.
Coulter Partners Strengthens Global Leadership Team
Life sciences recruiting specialist Coulter Partners has expanded with the additions of Carlos Gómez-Arnau, Doug Roberts, and Stuart Penney as client partners. “These strategic hires further strengthen the firm’s international presence and reinforce its commitment to supporting clients across key healthcare, life sciences, and biotechnology markets,” Coulter Partners said. The appointments expand Coulter Partners’ capabilities across Europe and North
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?
Cornerstone International Group Opens New Office in Jakarta
Cornerstone International Group has opened a new office in Jakarta, a strategic gateway to expand its retained executive search and leadership advisory practice across Indonesia and the wider Southeast Asian region. Leading the new office is Nadya Soetedja, founder of Inspire Recruitment Indonesia and a veteran of more than 20 years across executive recruitment, consulting, talent
Why CEOs Leave — and What Boards Can Do About It
CEO turnover is placing greater pressure on boards to think about leadership retention long before a search becomes necessary. For executive search firms, that means helping clients look beyond succession planning to understand the factors that influence whether a high-performing leader stays, disengages, or ultimately decides to leave. “Over the past two decades of placing
Occam Global Recruits CFO for Tortugas Neuroscience
New York City-based executive search firm Occam Global has recruited Ramzi Benamar as CFO of Tortugas Neuroscience, a clinical-stage biotech company developing medicines for central nervous system (CNS) disorders. “Ramzi brings meaningful capabilities and an understanding of the life sciences industry,” said Jeff Jonas, CEO of Tortugas. “He has had a documented and successful track record of
McDermott + Bull Recruits General Counsel for Corning Credit Union
Irvine, CA-based McDermott + Bull has assisted in the recruitment of Rachel Carlson Toth as vice president and general counsel at Corning Credit Union. This executive search was completed by McDermott + Bull president Brandon Biegenzahn, partner Courtney Wade, and executive recruiter Ella Canning. Ms. Toth brings more than a decade of in-house legal and business leadership experience
WittKieffer Elects New Chair
Oak Brook, IL-based WittKieffer has elected Angelique David as chair of its board of directors, succeeding L. Thomas Richards, who completed a distinguished tenure as board chair and concluded more than a decade of service on the firm’s board. “We are honored to have Angelique David serve as board chair for WittKieffer,” said Andrew P. Chastain, WittKieffer
Caldwell Appoints Leader of Global HR Practice
Toronto-based Caldwell has named John Staines as a partner and leader of the firm’s global HR practice. “We’re pleased to welcome John to Caldwell to lead our human resources practice,” said Chris Beck, CEO. “John’s addition, together with Ali Palmer’s recent arrival in London, strengthens our global human resources practice and our ability to serve clients
With millionways Investment Hunt Scanlon Ventures Backs the Future of AI-Powered Talent Platforms
Hunt Scanlon Ventures (HSV) has spent the last several years building an investment portfolio around a central conviction: as AI becomes embedded across the human capital and private markets ecosystem, the greatest opportunities will extend beyond automation and productivity. The next generation of platforms, according to Hunt Scanlon, will increasingly help organizations make better decisions
In NYSE Interview, HelloSky CEO Alex Bates Explains the ‘Moneyball’ Approach to Executive Search
Artificial intelligence is reshaping how executive search firms identify and evaluate leadership talent, but the technology alone is not replacing the judgment that experienced recruiters bring to senior-level hiring. Instead, the opportunity increasingly lies in combining better data and targeting with the intuition, pattern recognition, and relationship skills that have long defined successful executive search.
Academic Search Retained by William Penn University to Find Next President
Education-focused executive recruitment firm Academic Search has been retained by William Penn University (WPU) to lead in its search for a new president. The search is being led by senior consultant and Dan DiBiasio and consultant Andrea Cowsert. President John Ottosson will retire in June 2027 after more than a decade of leadership, leaving William Penn poised for further growth and
McCormack + Kristel Recruits CEO for Resource Center
McCormack + Kristel recently placed Christopher Wagley as CEO of He will join Resource Center in November 2026 following an extensive national search prompted by the planned retirement of long-standing CEO Cece Cox in early 2027. “The board is thrilled to welcome Christopher Wagley as the next CEO of Resource Center,” said Chris LaGrone, board
Lindauer Forms Alliance with Cedars-Sinai to Grow Development Team
Lindauer and Cedars-Sinai, one of the largest non-profit academic medical centers in the U.S., have form an alliance in an effort to expand its development team and build the infrastructure needed to sustain that growth. In preparation for an ambitious new philanthropic campaign and to help Cedars-Sinai respond to the evolving needs of the communities it serves, the
The Last Mile of Executive Search: Turning Candidate Conversations Into Defensible Shortlist Decisions
As executive search becomes more data-driven, firms are under growing pressure to show clients not only who made the shortlist, but why. That is putting greater emphasis on consistent evaluation, clearly defined criteria, and stronger evidence around leadership capability, risk, and fit. The shift is also creating a larger role for AI in helping search
TurnkeyZRG Leading Chief Commercial Officer Searches for the University of Kentucky and the Indianapolis Colts
College athletics is moving into a new era as the business of sports continues to evolve, making commercial leadership increasingly important and creating new opportunities for experienced executives. As universities and professional teams place greater emphasis on revenue growth, partnerships, fan engagement, and brand strategy, the chief commercial officer role is becoming increasingly central to
TOC Arts Partners Seeking Chief Marketing Officer for by Brooklyn Academy of Music
New York City-based TOC Arts Partners was recently retained by Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM). The search is being led by senior strategist Brenna Thomas. The CMO will lead marketing, creative services, ticketing, audience research, revenue forecasting, communications, and brand storytelling for an organization that showcases both emerging artists and modern icons. The chief marketing officer
ADK Consulting & Executive Search Recruits CFO for SkyCity
ADK Consulting & Executive Search has helped to recruit Basil O. Dosunmu as the new CFO of SkyCity, a purpose-built consortium for the transformative U.S. Virgin Islands Port Authority (VIPA) Airports. Linda Frankl, director, senior practice leader, led the assignment. Mr. Dosunmu brings more than 30 years of financial and executive leadership experience, with extensive
Stevenson Search Partners Names Head of Life Sciences Tools and Services
Fort Lee, NJ-based Stevenson Search Partners, a global life science executive search firm and a Hunt Scanlon Top 50 ranked search firm, has named Allen Reed as partner and head of life sciences tools and services. “Allen’s breadth of experience will be a key asset to Stevenson,” said Kris Steen, president, executive search at Stevenson Search Partners. “His
Spencer Stuart Expands CEO and Board Advisory Capabilities Around Succession and Value Creation
Spencer Stuart has strengthened its global CEO and board advisory offering with the appointment of Colin Graham as global head of its board and CEO practice and with additions of Sandy Ogg and Chris Gagnon. “CEOs and boards face an increasingly complex leadership agenda where creating value depends on connecting the right leaders to the most
Funk Associates Retained by Troy University to Assist Chancellor Search
Funk Associates has been retained by Troy University to lead in its search for a new chancellor. The Troy University board of trustees has appointed a 14-member search committee. Gibson Vance, president pro tempore of the board of trustees, will chair the committee, which includes representatives from the board of trustees, senior administration, faculty, the
TalentRise Assists the Buffalo Center for Arts and Technology with CEO Search
TalentRise has assisted in the recruitment of Denise Harris as president and CEO of the Buffalo Center for Arts and Technology (BCAT). The search follows the planned retirement of the organization’s current CEO, who has provided dedicated leadership to BCAT and its community mission for nearly 10 years. “Denise stood out early in a thorough search, and it
Lochlin Partners Recruits CHRO for Communities Foundation of Texas
Lochlin Partners has placed DeLancey Johnson as chief human resources officer of Communities Foundation of Texas (CFT). “Delancey brings new perspective, experience, and leadership to CFT as we continue building a culture that supports our mission and our staff experts,” said Wayne White, president and CEO of Communities Foundation of Texas. “His depth of experience leading
HTP Group Expands in Europe and Transatlantic Markets with Four Partner Appointments
HTP Group has expanded with the additions of François Carloni, Diego Chinnì, Sandrine Lebouc, and Chloë Sonnois as partners. These appointment marks a significant milestone in HTP Group’s international growth, strengthening its capabilities across France, Italy, and Switzerland, while establishing its first-ever dedicated bridge to the North American market. “We are thrilled to welcome Chloë, Diego,
Fractional CHRO vs. Interim HR Leader: Key Differences and When to Hire Each
As organizations grow, restructure, prepare for investment, or navigate leadership change, many realize they need experienced HR leadership – but not always in the same way. That’s where fractional CHRO and interim HR solutions come in, according to a recent Talent Connections report. “While these terms are often grouped together, they solve very different business
Greenwood Asher & Associates Leading General Counsel Search for Illinois State University
Miramar Beach, FL-based executive recruitment firm Greenwood Asher & Associates (GA&A) was recently selected by Illinois State University to lead in its search for a general counsel. Kyle Pybus-Jerome and Jim Johnsen are leading the assignment. Reporting directly to the president and serving as a member of the president’s cabinet, the general counsel will serve as the University’s chief
ESGI Potomac Recruits CFO for MTSI
ESGI Potomac recently assisted in the recruitment of Ashutosh Gokhale as executive vice president and CFO of Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI). “We welcome Ashutosh Gokhale as our new executive vice president and chief financial officer,” said Kevin Robinson, MTSI president and CEO. “As MTSI continues its growth trajectory, Ashutosh’s leadership, financial expertise, and strategic perspective
Marovi Targets Executive Search’s Evaluation Gap With AI-Driven Platform
Atlanta-GA-based Marovi has shared details of its market momentum and customer experience. Core to Marovi’s success is its proprietary evaluation intelligence engine, which weights every candidate against role-specific requirements and generates scorecard comparisons and curated shortlists before the interviewing process commences. Executive search has long been a high-stakes, challenge-filled endeavor, where misalignment can cause significant disruption. Ensuring
The Critical Role of Interim Executives
In the dynamic landscape of today’s business world, companies often face unexpected challenges that demand swift and effective solutions. One such solution gaining prominence is interim management, according to a recent report from SpenglerFox. The global search firm delves into the pivotal role that interim management plays in times of crisis in transforming businesses, especially
Spencer Stuart to Find Next Willis Group CFO
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been selected by Willis Group Holdings to find its next chief financial officer. Current CFO and group chief operating officer Patrick C. Regan is leaving the company in early 2010 but will remain in his role until the end of the year to assist with the search and ensure
Weathering Financial Storm Big Challenge Among Global Leaders
Nearly 100 percent of global business leaders say the greatest challenge has been for their organizations to weather the current financial storm, according to Signium International’s 2009 survey targeting CEOs to determine today’s key obstacles. More than half recognize a key challenge in transforming their organization for sustainable growth in the future. Additionally, Signium queried
WorkStream Announces Management Changes
Workstream Inc., a provider of on-demand compensation, performance and talent management software, has announced that co-founder and executive chairman Michael Mullarkey has assumed the duties of president and chief executive officer, effective immediately, replacing Steve Purello. Mr. Mullarkey joined Workstream in 2001 as CEO through December 2006. During this period, the company developed a product
Russell Reynolds Associates Offers New Assessment Product
Recruiting firm Russell Reynolds Associates has released Culture Analyst, a proprietary offering designed by psychologists and assessment specialists, that measures corporate culture by more than two dozen variables, providing companies with objective, quantitative information to make informed leadership decisions. Culture Analyst is a produces a quantitative, multi-dimensional measurement of an organization's culture — the preferences
Diversified Search Taps Head of Biology for Drexel
Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson has placed Jeffery L. Twiss as head of the department of biology at Drexel University. Dr. Twiss was previously with Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children in Wilmington, where he was principal research scientist for Nemours Biomedical Research and director of both the Center for Translational Neurobiology and the Histotechnology &
Online Job Demand Down in October
Online advertised vacancies declined by 83,200 to 3,280,000 in October, according to The Conference Board Help-Wanted OnLine Data Series (HWOL). Online labor demand has been relatively flat since the low point in April 2009, increasing a modest 117,000, or slightly less than 20,000 per month. The October decline reflected dips in labor demand across much
Phillips Oppenheim Hires Search Consultant
New York City-headquartered Phillips Oppenheim has recently added Susan Gluck to its team. Ms. Gluck has worked in both the corporate and nonprofit sectors. Before joining Phillips Oppenheim as a search consultant, she co-founded Sage Baby, an internet retailer of environmentally-friendly baby products. Prior to this, Susan was a senior executive at IBM, where she
Spherion Q3 Revenues FAll 23 Percent
Recruiting company Spherion Corporation/(NYSE:SFN) has posted third quarter 2009 revenues of $420 million, a 22.5 percent decline from revenues of $542 million during the same period last year. The Fort Lauderdale-based company posted a net loss of $53,000, or zero a share, for the quarter, down from a profit of $4.1 million, or eight cents
HR Departments to Face Increased Pressure
According to a new survey by global human resources company, Hewitt Associates, HR departments continue to make steady progress in their ability to support the shift toward a more global business workforce, yet for many companies questions remain on how exactly HR should be aligned from a strategic, organizational and delivery perspective. Among Hewitt's findings
Nosal Partners Places CFO at CSM Corp.
Executive leadership solutions firm Nosal Partners LLC has recruited Peter G. Michielutti as vice president and CFO for CSM Corporation. Mr. Michielutti was previously executive vice president and CFO for Whitehall Jewelers in Chicago. The search was conducted by Clare Cizek, partner, and David Nosal, chairman and CEO, at Nosal Partners. CSM Corporation owns and
Maven Partners Expands Board
U.K.-based Maven Partners has announced the appointment of Matthew Leedham to its board and as joint managing partner. Mr. Leedham has worked in the recruitment industry for 18 years with Michael Page Plc where he was a founder director and head of the executive search practice in London until he resigned earlier this year. At
SearchPath Opens New Office in Texas
SearchPath International has added Mateo Marquez in Frisco, TX to open the company’s 67th franchise. Mr. Marquez will operate as iMMpact Talent Partners, specializing in executive recruitment for the sports, sports marketing and sports media arena. In his nine years of recruiting experience he has helped build a 500 person sales force at ReachLocal, Inc.
Monster Posts 35 Percent Revenue Drop
Monster Worldwide, Inc./(NYSE:MWW) has posted revenues of $215 million for the third quarter ended September 30, 2009, compared with $332 million in the comparable quarter of 2008, a 35 percent decline. Monster Worldwide generated 42 percent of its revenue outside the U.S. and total revenue was negatively impacted by $7.4 million from unfavorable foreign exchange
ProLaurum Acquires Comella Consulting Group
Buenos Aires-based executive search firm Prolaurum has acquired Miami-headquartered Comella Consulting Group (CCG). Founded in 2002 in Miami, Comella Consulting offers executive search services for companies operating in the U.S., Latin America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia. “The acquisition of CCG is part of a strategy to position Prolaurum as the leading emerging global
McDermott & Bull Recruits CFO for Talyor Guitars
Irvine, CA-based McDermott & Bull has placed Barbara Wight as chief financial officer of Taylor Guitars. Ms. Wight gained almost 20 years of finance and operations experience at T-Systems International, Inc., where she began as a corporate controller and rose to chief operating officer and CFO. “Barbara’s success with founder-owned & operated businesses makes her
Salary.com Creates New Tool for Small Businesses
Salary.com, Inc., a provider of on-demand compensation, payroll and talent management solutions, has launched PayrollManager Express, the company's new small business payroll offering. The product features no-touch tax management and advanced payroll options, and offers small business owners an easy-to-use, lower-cost alternative to traditional payroll systems. By adding PayrollManager Express to its portfolio of HR
Interview: Donna Karnal Gives Insiders Look into Current State of Recruiting Industry
Donna S. Karnal is managing partner of Ultimate Solutions, LLC, a retained executive search firm focused on the human capital industry. With 20-plus years in search, Ms. Karnal formerly served as national director of recruiting for Korn/Ferry International. Prior to launching Ultimate Solutions, she was with another firm where she developed the 'search for search'
The Onstott Group Adds Former Gilbert Tweed Director
Executive search firm The Onstott Group has added Randy Cyr as a managing director. With over 15 years of executive search experience, Mr. Cyr has successfully completed hundreds of executive search assignments with particular focus in the technology, life sciences and industrial sectors. Prior to joining The Onstott Group, he was a managing director at
DHR Places CEO at CRS Reprocessing Services
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm DHR International has recruited Scott T. Massie as chief executive officer at CRS Reprocessing Services, LLC, a portfolio company of two private equity sponsors, Argosy Capital and Capital Solutions, Inc. Lawrence D. Poster, executive vice president at DHR, led the search. Mr. Massie most recently served as CEO at EPV Solar,
Employers Struggle to Find Talent Despite Increase in Jobseekers
Despite high unemployment levels, recruiters are still struggling to identify the right candidates for their client organizations, according to research by SHL, a provider of talent assessment solutions. Almost half (41 percent) of the recruiters questioned say that the number of applications per job has increased since the start of the recession, yet only 23
SuccessFactors Posts 30 Percent Revenue Increase
SuccessFactors, Inc./(NASDAQ:SFSF) has posted third quarter revenues of $38.7 million, an increase of 30 percent, compared to $29.7 million in the same period a year ago. The company posted a net loss of $2 million, or three cents per share, down from a loss of $20.4 million, or 37 cents per share, in the third
Heidrick & Struggles Posts 35 Percent Worldwide Decline
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International/(NASDAQ:HSII) has posted net revenue of $103.5 million for the third quarter ended September 30, 2009, a decline of 34.6 percent from $158.3 million a year ago. Net revenue declined 37.7 percent in the Americas, 36.9 percent in Europe (approximately 31 percent on a constant currency basis), and
InterQuest Group Adds Managing Directors
InterQuest Group plc, a U.K.-based specialist IT recruitment group, has expanded with the additions of Lisa Dixon and Matt Crawcour. Ms. Dixon joins as managing director of InterQuest Solutions, the firm’s newly launched managed services business. She has over 10 years experience in the recruitment industry, most recently acting as head of recruitment operations at
Continued Weakness in White Collar Job Demand
The CareerCast.com/JobSerf Employment Index, which measures U.S. managerial recruitment activity, found that the number of online job postings in October fell to 67.8, down slightly from the September value of 68.4. The October 2009 Index is down 5.6 points from a year ago. “Weak hiring in September and October, which historically are strong months for
Korn Ferry Adds Former Fannie Mae Executive
Korn/Ferry International has added Linda Madrid to the firm’s Washington, D.C., office as senior client partner in its legal center of expertise. In this role, she will focus on legal and compliance executive searches for a wide range of public and privately held companies, premier law firms and academic and nonprofit clients. Ms. Madrid previously
Ferneborg Group Completes Search for Walt Disney Company
Executive search firm The Ferneborg Group has placed Joan Mudget as vice president of international labor standards at The Walt Disney Company. Ms. Mudget previously served as vice president of supply chain at Nordstrom Product Group. The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise
Adicio Launches Its First Careers Site in Sweden
Adicio Inc., a provider of interactive classified advertising software solutions for media companies, has launched a redesigned careers site for Computer Sweden, the first Adicio-powered site in Sweden. IDG Sweden AB is a subsidiary of International Data Group (IDG), whose online network includes more than 450 Web sites spanning business technology, consumer technology, digital entertainment
DavenportMajor Places Yahoo Exec at Good Tech
DavenportMajor Executive Search has placed Alex Broquet as chief quality officer for Good Technology. Mr. Broquet previously served as director of quality and assurance at Yahoo! DavenportMajor is an executive search firm which specializes in senior executive and board of director recruitment for life sciences and technology clients as well as recruitment in the emerging
Aviation Search Firm Marlborough Extends Services
Aviation industry executive search firm Marlborough has extended its reach into tourism, leisure & hospitality sector recruitment. The Brussels-based firm has also announced the addition of Marlborough Interim and the extension of its services to the field of management consultancy. In practice, it has been advising clients for some time on issues beyond executive search
Horton Expands in France
Horton International France has appointed Pierre Louis Santos as a new partner. Prior to joining Horton, Mr. Santos served as an officer in the French navy, after graduating as an engineer. He then served as chairman and chief executive officer both in France and Africa in various industrial groups, specialized in software, automotive equipment, utilities,
StepStone Records Slight Revenue Decline in Q3
StepStone, a London-based provider of human capital management solutions, has recorded revenues of €24.1m for the third quarter of 2009, a slight decline from revenues of €24.7m during the same quarter a year ago. The company delivered underlying adjusted EBITDA of EUR2.6m (Q2 2009: EUR2.9m) and generated cash from operations of EUR1.3m. During the quarter,
