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Prestige Scientific Appoints Interim Search Leader
Prestige Scientific, an executive search firm serving the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors, has named Emma Wolf as director of interim search. Ms. Wolf is known for her attentive listening, ability to anticipate needs, and authentic approach to relationship-building. Now leading the SME consultant interim and consulting search function practice at Prestige, she is focused on connecting
Talentor International Adds New Member Firm in Germany
Executive search consortium Talentor International has added Nuremberg, Germany-based executive search, recruitment, and HR consulting firm Righthead as its newest member. “Germany plays a key role in the European talent market, and having a trusted partner in Nuremberg, a city known for its innovation, industry, and central location, is a strategic move for our network, without a doubt,”
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.
The Talent Studios Places CEO at GIBBON North America
The Talent Studios has placed Luke Droulez as the new CEO of GIBBON North America. The search was led by Katlyn Maloney and Jeremy Cohen. Mr. Droulez is an executive leader with a proven track record of scaling consumer brands from early stage to nine figures. He was an early executive leader and chief marketing officer of native digital
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?
Pacific International Executive Search Expands Advisory Board
London-headquartered executive search firm Pacific International Executive Search has appointed Beth Albright to its advisory board. “Beth Albright is an exceptional addition to our advisory board,” said David Howells, CEO of Pacific International. “Her deep governance expertise, her track record of guiding organizations through IPOs, M&A integrations, and large-scale transformations, and her recognized leadership in human capital management
Asset Management’s Next Edge Is Organizational, Not Financial
Citrin Cooperman’s 2026 Asset Management Survey Report highlights an industry undergoing meaningful transition. Their survey of 300 senior leaders across private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, private credit, and funds of funds points to a market increasingly shaped by institutional capital, operational pressure, and changing investor expectations. What stands out most is not simply the economic uncertainty facing
TurnkeyZRG Seeking Men’s Lacrosse Head Coach for Fairfield University
TurnkeyZRG has been retained by Fairfield University to lead in a nationwide search for a new men’s lacrosse head coach. Katy Young Staudt, vice president, college & coaching practice, is leading the assignment. The head coach will be responsible for directing all phases of a championship-caliber Division I Men’s Lacrosse program within the NCAA and Coastal Athletic Association, with an
BroadView Talent Partners Recruits CEO for the Freestore Foodbank
BroadView Talent Partners has assisted in the recruitment of Kreg Keesee as the new president and CEO of the Freestore Foodbank. Christie Angel, Melania DaSilva Deaver, Donna Young, and Robyn Quinn led the assignment. “Kreg brings a proven track record of building high-performing teams and turning strategy into action,” board chair Dwinelva Zackery said. “We are confident he is the right leader to
Streamlining the Hiring Process to Secure Top Talent
In a competitive hiring market, speed and preparation can often make the difference between securing a top candidate and losing them to another opportunity. With many professionals exploring new roles while remaining fully employed, organizations must balance thorough evaluation with an efficient and well-coordinated recruitment process. The most successful employers are those that approach hiring
DHR Global Adds New Partner in Singapore
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has expanded with the addition of Veronique Denis-Pelliet as a partner in its technology and retail & consumer practices in Singapore. A seasoned executive with over 10 years of experience in executive search, ESG leadership, sales, and international business development, Ms. Denis-Pelliet has led multicultural teams and driven growth in Southeast Asia, China, Europe,
Assessing Business Development Talent Without Slowing the Hiring Process
Companies are placing greater emphasis on improving hiring accuracy as competition for high-performing talent intensifies across the market. Yet many organizations continue to rely on inconsistent interview practices, subjective evaluations, and selection processes that create unnecessary friction for both candidates and internal stakeholders. Most hiring failures do not happen because companies move too fast. They
Academic Search Recruits President for Henry Ford College
Academic Search has placed David M. Knezek as the seventh president of Henry Ford College. Shirley Robinson Pippins and Richard Cummins led the assignment. Mr. Knezek, currently serving as chief operating officer of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and as an elected Wayne County commissioner, will assume the presidency later this year, succeeding interim president Dr. Lori
Fabric.AI Taps Egon Zehnder for Critical Search
Global leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder has been retained by NASDAQ-traded AI infrastructure company Fabric.AI to lead the search for a senior project management executive. “Egon Zehnder’s reputation, global reach, and deep expertise across AI, advanced technologies, and organizational leadership make them an ideal partner for Fabric.AI at this stage of our growth,” said Josh Silverman, CEO of
Caldwell Expands in London and Madrid
Toronto-based Caldwell has expanded with the addition of Alex Langridge as a partner in the firm’s financial services practice. Based in London, Mr. Langridge advises clients across financial services and fintech on senior executive and board appointments, succession planning, organizational design, and transformational leadership hiring. “Alex’s appointment reflects our continued investment in expanding Caldwell’s financial
Fama Technologies Granted U.S. Patent on Foundational AI-Powered Social Media Screening Technology
Fama Technologies, providers of AI-powered online screening, has announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has allowed all claims in its patent application covering the foundational technology behind social media background screening. The patent, titled “System for Searching and Correlating Online Activity with Individual Classification Factors,” has a priority date of November
Updating How You Work So AI Can Actually Deliver
AI adoption is no longer a technology challenge, it is an operational one. Companies that generate lasting value from AI will be the ones willing to redesign workflows, redefine leadership responsibilities, and embed AI directly into how work gets done every day. Most companies will not fail at AI because they chose the wrong model,
Vetted Solutions Assists CoreNet Global with CEO Search
Following an extensive search process, Washington, D.C.-based Vetted Solutions has assisted in the recruitment of Vicki Worden as the new CEO of CoreNet Global. “Vicki Worden demonstrates exemplary leadership through her collaborative approach,” said Jamie Leary-Erickson, CoreNet Global board chair. “Vicki’s extensive experience in the architecture, engineering, and commercial real estate sectors, combined with her global perspective
BarkerGilmore Places Head of Legal at Vantage Elevator Solutions
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has placed Keinan Meginniss as VP, head of legal at Vantage Elevator Solutions. The search was led by Stephen Bell and Alison Waters. “Keinan joins the organization at an exciting time as the company continues to expand its operations and strengthen its leadership team
NGS Global Adds TalentXera
Wilmington, DE-headquartered executive search firm NGS Global has added Saúl Almendárez and his team at TalentXera. This expands the firm’s capabilities across Mexico and the broader Latin America region. Mr. Almendárez is based in Mexico City, where he has spent more than 20 years building an exceptional team and a highly regarded brand in the executive search industry. Along
IMD International Search Group Elects New Board Members
Global executive search consortium IMD International Search Group recently had delegates from member firms meet in Helsinki, Finland, and announced the election of several board members. Ben Tucker (Minerva, IMD U.K.) transitions from director to VP finance and legal. Eva Nielsen (Lisberg, IMD Sweden) is reelected for a second mandate as director while Terhi Heikkinen (IMS Talent,
Hunt Scanlon and HSiQ Launch Recruiter Performance Training Program
The executive search industry has a training challenge. For years, recruiting firms have depended on apprenticeship-style development, learning through observation, informal mentoring, and varying management approaches. That model works for some, but it does not scale effectively. In a market increasingly shaped by AI, speed, precision, and commercial demands, inconsistent recruiter performance is no longer
Executive Search Firms Confront the AI Transformation
As AI rapidly reshapes the executive search landscape, recruiting firms are facing growing pressure to modernize how they identify, assess, and engage leadership talent. Industry experts say AI-driven sourcing, predictive analytics, and automation tools are helping firms accelerate search timelines and expand candidate reach, while also forcing recruiters to rethink where their true value lies.
Cooper Coleman Recruits CFO the Center for Child Protection
Cooper Coleman LLC has placed William Wade as chief financial officer of the Center for Child Protection (CCP) in Austin, TX. The national search was led by Johnny Cooper, founder and CEO of Cooper Coleman. “Dion brings the kind of strategic thinking and mission alignment CCP needs in its CFO,” said Mr. Cooper. “They are doing remarkable work,
Boyden Assists Kerry’s Place Autism Services with CEO Search
Boyden has recruited Normandie Wragg as the new president and CEO of Kerry’s Place Autism Services in Ontario. The appointment follows the previously announced retirement of CEO Susan VanDeVelde-Coke at the end of June. The search was led by partners Jim Stonehouse and Pamela Colquhoun, and Kathy Luu, senior associate. “Normandie is a highly accomplished, values-driven
Modern Executive Solutions Expands Technology Practice
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Moises Velilla as managing director in its technology practice. He brings deep experience advising organizations on senior leadership hiring and talent strategy across technology and transformation. Mr. Velilla specializes in advising clients on executive talent strategy and recruiting transformative technology and professional services leaders. He
AI’s Next Test: Can It Actually Drive Growth?
A massive opportunity, and a critical trust gap, is emerging among corporate leaders. According to EY-Parthenon’s Growth Survey of 271 U.S. executives, 78 percent believe AI will accelerate growth, even as nearly 80 percent say the growth environment has become more challenging over the past year. Yet only about a third trust AI inputs for high-stakes decisions such
Retained vs. Contingent Search: Choosing the Right Executive Search Model
As companies navigate increasingly complex leadership challenges, the pressure to make the right executive hiring decision has never been greater. Boards and leadership teams are looking beyond resumes and credentials, placing greater emphasis on cultural alignment, long-term business impact, and a candidate’s ability to guide organizations through growth, transformation, and uncertainty. At the same time,
Brettschneider Executive Search Completes Search for Western Colorado University
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search recently assisted in the recruitment of Sharoni Little as dean of Western Colorado University’s School of Business. “Dr. Little’s forward-thinking approach will help shape the future of business education at Western, creating opportunities for students to thrive in today’s competitive economy,” said Brad Baca, president. With a career spanning academia, corporate leadership,
Ren Systems Appoints Head of Product
Ren Systems, an AI-powered relationship intelligence platform used by sales, business development, and professional services leaders, recently expanded with the addition of Nick Wynja as head of product. “As we’ve scaled Ren to 70+ enterprise customers and accelerated our feature release cycle, it became clear that we needed focused product leadership,” the company said in
The Keys to Scaling: It’s More Than Just an Experienced CEO
Scaling a company is a significant milestone that many businesses aspire to achieve. However, the common misconception is that it takes an experienced CEO at the helm to successfully navigate this crucial phase. In reality, scaling has more to do with readiness, purpose, and a specific set of required leadership traits and skills that often
DHR Names Financial Services Managing Director – Asia Pacific
Global executive search firm DHR International has appointed May Tung as the managing director of its financial services practice, Asia Pacific; Ms. Tung is based out of the firm’s regional headquarters in Hong Kong. Prior to joining DHR, Ms. Tung was with Russell Reynolds Associates for over five years covering financial services companies throughout Asia.
Aon Consulting Partners with Lockheed Martin
Aon Consulting, the global human capital consulting organization of Aon Corporation, has received a subcontract from Lockheed Martin to provide human resource solutions to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Lockheed Martin was given the Integrated Hiring Operations and Personnel (IHOP) contract by the TSA in 2008, to provide a variety of human resource functions, including
Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson Opens Atlanta Office
Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson has added Stephen A. Dezember and Kevin B. Kelly as managing directors to open its new Atlanta office. Until recently, Messers Dezember and Kelly were executive vice presidents with the Atlanta firm of Slayton Search Partners. Mr. Dezember has over 15 years of executive search experience with Ray & Berndtson, A.T.
Martin Partners Completes Search for Amgen
Chicago-based executive search firm Martin Partners has placed Jason Appel as marketing director, eMarketing to Amgen. Prior to joining Amgen, Mr. Appel was a director of innovation and new customer channels at Sanofi-Aventis. Amgen is a biotechnology company that discovers, develops, manufactures and delivers innovative human therapeutics. Martin Partners provides executive search services to a
Korn Ferry Acquires Whitehead Mann.
Korn/Ferry International has acquired London-based executive search firm Whitehead Mann. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Piers Marmion, CEO and co-managing partner of Whitehead Mann, will join Korn/Ferry as chairman of Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). "Whitehead Mann and Korn/Ferry are both leading brands closely aligned in practice areas, markets and
IRC Recruitment Adds New Member Firms in Ukraine and U.K.
IRC Recruitment, a global alliance of executive search and recruitment services firms, has added Active Human Capital Group of the United Kingdom and Kiev, Ukraine-based HR CONSULTING as its newest member firms. Active Human Capital Group provides UK-wide executive search and selection services, predominantly focused at senior management and board level across all sectors. Active
Human Capital Institute and Improved Experience Establish an Executive Council
The Human Capital Institute (HCI) and Improved Experience have established an executive council dedicated to increasing the strategic competencies and capabilities of recruiting and talent acquisition management professionals. The mission of HCI’s Strategic Talent Acquisition Council is to collaborate both online and in person to discuss insights, explore challenges and discover fresh ideas on acquiring
Spencer Stuart Recruits CEO for OCTANe
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has placed Matthew Jenusaitis as the next president and chief executive officer of OCTANe, an Orange County, CA-based organization for the biomedical and technology communities. Mr. Jenusaitis is a medical device industry professional with more than 20 years experience. Most recently, he worked with the venture backed accelerator fund, ConcepTx,
Gerard R. Roche Retires From Heidrick & Struggles’ Board
Executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles, International, Inc. has announced that Gerard R. Roche has retired from its board of directors, and that it has named Jane D. Hartley to its board. Mr. Roche joined Heidrick & Struggles as an executive recruiter in 1964 and has been a director of Heidrick & Struggles since 1970.
Lonergan Partners Names Partner
Executive search firm Lonergan Partners has appointed Ben Anderson as a partner in its Silicon Valley office. Mr. Anderson will lead the firm’s media and software practices, conducting senior level recruitment and board consulting assignments in North America and Europe. He comes to Lonergan Partners from CTPartners and was a previous founder of Renoir Partners
TriNet Closes Acquisition of Gevity
TriNet Group, Inc., a provider of human resources outsourcing services for small businesses, has completed its acquisition of Gevity, an HR outsourcing company based in Bradenton, Florida. On March 5, TriNet announced that it entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Gevity in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $98 million. At that time, TriNet
Bond International Inks Drake & Scull to Five-Year Deal
Drake & Scull International PJSC (DSI), the UAE-based service provider of mechanical, electrical and plumbing contracting, infrastructure, water and power and civil contracting services, has signed a five-year contract with Bond International Software to deploy Bond Talent, an online recruitment and talent management software solution. As a middle east recruitment software specialist, Bond will provide
DavenportMajor Retained by DTS for CTO Search
DavenportMajor Executive Search has been selected by DTS, Inc., to lead in its search for a new executive vice president and chief technology officer. Headquartered in Agoura Hills, CA, DTS, Inc. is a digital technology company dedicated to delivering the ultimate entertainment experience. DavenportMajor is an executive search firm which specializes in senior executive and
Fairfield Partners Adds Managing Director
Fairfield Partners, a Norwalk, CT-based executive search firm specializing in technology and consumer products markets, has added John Boehmer as a managing partner. Mr. Boehmer has experience in technology and executive search and formerly served as a principal and partner with Russell Reynolds Associates and Korn/Ferry International. "Eric Montgomery and I could not be more
CTPartners Adds Partner in Redwood City Office
New York City-headquartered CTPartners has added Loran Kaminsky as a partner in its Redwood City Office. Mr. Loran specializes in professional IT services, software and the Internet. He has successfully completed assignments in the C-suite and for general management, senior executive functions and operations executives. Mr. Loran joins from Korn/Ferry International, where he was a
Morgan Stanley Selects Adecco for Recruitment Services
Online recruiting site America’s Job Exchange (AJE), a provider of recruitment and workforce solutions, has entered into a recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) agreement with global financial services firm Morgan Stanley. Adecco’s RPO division will provide Morgan Stanley a full-lifecycle RPO solution for recruitment of Morgan Stanley employees in ISG operations, technology, company, and investment management.
RushmoreDrive.com and Wesley, Brown & Bartle Forge Partnership
RushmoreDrive.com, a search engine for the Black community, and Wesley, Brown & Bartle, Inc. (WB&B), an executive search firm dedicated to the recruitment, retention and professional development of executives of color, have announced a strategic partnership. “This is a pioneering enterprise, combining as it does the first search engine for the Black community, with, if
Sony Exec Named Partner at WTW Associates
Ira B. Sallen has been named as a partner of executive search firm WTW Associates, Inc.; Mr. Sallen will lead the global expansion of the firm’s executive search and consulting practice within the entertainment and digital media industries. “With nearly 25 years of global human resources experience, Ira is an expert at leading and managing
Howden Group Selects Softscape for Human Resources Platform
The Howden Group, a global provider of engineering products, has chosen Softscape’s Human Resources Management System (HRMS) to manage the company’s worldwide operations. The global rollout of Softscape’s platform will manage all of Howden’s employee data, on-boarding, diversity, culture, and retention processes. Howden’s HR technology strategy also includes the implementation of complete talent management processes,
Ctpartners Adds Partner In Redwood City Office
CTPartners has added Wes Richards as a partner in its Redwood City Office. With over 14 years of executive search experience, Mr. Richards has recruited CEO, board directors, CFO, CIOs and other executive-level positions across the technology space and for private equity firms and their portfolio companies. He joins the firm from Korn/Ferry International where
Bio Career Center Adds UCLA, Brown, NYU and Georgetown to Network
Bio Career Center, an online jobs board and careers site for life science professionals, has added UCLA, Brown, NYU and Georgetown as members of its jobs board, joining 15 other major universities. Developed with the Stanford Medical School director of career services, www.biocareercenter.com is constructed for P.h.D.s, M.D.s and other post-graduates who are looking for
Korn Ferry Appoints CFO
Executive search firm Korn/Ferry International has elected Michael A. DiGregorio as executive vice president and chief financial officer. Mr. DiGregorio assumes the role formerly held by Stephen Giusto, who, as previously announced, will remain with the firm in an advisory role focused on strategic initiatives. Mr. DiGregorio currently holds the position of executive vice president
Signium International Adds Member Firms in Singapore & Venezuela
Signium International has added Gt Tradelink Asia Pte Ltd and Maxecon S.C. in Singapore and Venezuela, respectively, to its global network of retained executive search consultancies. Gt Tradelink Asia Pte Ltd, is led by Lionel Teng in Singapore. Mr. Teng has worked with several leading international corporations in energy, utilities and construction industries throughout Asia
Boyden Hires Principal in Global Board Practice
Executive search firm Boyden has added Sarah K. Stewart to the firm as a principal in the firm's global board practice. She will be based in Pittsburgh and work closely with Tom Flannery, managing director of Boyden Pittsburgh. In her career with two other international executive search firms, Ms. Stewart has placed more than 300
America’s Job Exchange Partners with HireDiversity
Online recruiting site America’s Job Exchange (AJE) has formed a partnership with HireDiversity.com, an online service for diversity recruitment and career development. The partnership will create a Diversity Center to bring employers interested in diversity candidates together with the job seekers trying to find diversity jobs. “America’s Job Exchange attracts a very large number of
Heidrick & Struggles Records 41.8 Percent Drop in Q1 Revenues
Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International/(NASDAQ:HSII) has posted net revenue of $89.1 million, a decline of 41.8 percent from $153.1 million in the 2008 first quarter. Net revenue declined 40 percent in the Americas, 46.9 percent in Europe, and 36 percent in the Asia Pacific region. The firm reported a net loss of
