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Herbert Mines Associates Recruits Top HR Executive for PacSun
New York-based retail and consumer focused executive search firm Herbert Mines Associates has helped to recruit Rachel Donahue as vice president of human resources at PacSun. “Rachel brings a wealth of experience in talent strategy, culture-building, and leadership development—and a clear passion for creating environments where people can thrive,” said Brieane Olson, CEO of PacSun. “Her thoughtful, people-first
Boyden Elects Chair; Adds New Board Members
Boyden has re-elected Kathleen Dunton as chair of the board of directors, reaffirming her leadership and vision for the firm’s future. In addition to continuing her role as chair, she has also been re-elected to serve as an at-large board member for a third consecutive term. Ms. Dunton brings nearly 30 years of experience in executive search and
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.
Why PE-Backed Companies Need a Talent Operating System
PE-backed companies rarely underperform because they lack urgency. They underperform because they fail to translate strategy into talent with enough precision, according to a recent report from Keith Johnstone, vice president of marketing at Talentfoot Executive Search. “In our experience leading executive searches for PE-backed businesses, the real breakdown usually happens before a search begins,
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?
Acertitude Recruits Head of Cybersecurity/CISO for Adevinta Spain
Acertitude has assisted in the recruitment of Xavi Bertomeu as head of cybersecurity and chief information security officer for Adevinta Spain, an EQT portfolio company. The search was led by partners, Eliza Baker and Tim Cook with support from Finty Hunter and Hannah Elwiss. Mr. Bertomeu brings more than a decade of experience in cybersecurity,
Anthem Executive | Anthem Academics Seeking Director of Athletics Texas A&M International University
Athletic directors are playing an increasingly vital role at colleges and universities across the country. With the expansion of athletic departments and, for the larger schools, the infusion of big dollars for sports, more schools have turned to search firms when such positions become open. Too much is at stake, they feel, to go at
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
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,
3 Strategies for Retaining Your Top Talent
Even at companies making significant workforce reductions, leaders are increasingly concerned about retaining the best. Most companies are already becoming acutely aware that if someone leaves, someone better won’t necessarily come along, and that they may not have the leaders they need as conditions change. Good leaders have their choice of roles, making it easy
Executive Leadership Solutions Adds Senior Exec Recruiter
Executive Leadership Solutions has named Hap Howeth as a senior executive recruiter. Mr. Howeth formerly served as vice president of operations for Griffin Express and as Clark Oil Company’s director of marketing. He later became CEFCO Convenience Stores’ regional store director. “His previous experience as a c-store executive and executive recruiter is a great enhancement
Glocap Search Forms Partnership with Stacy Blackman Consulting
New York-based executive search firm Glocap Search has formed a partnership with Los Angeles-based Stacy Blackman Consulting (SBC), which advises potential business school students on their application processes. The new venture is designed to enable Glocap and SBC to add value to business professionals as they transition from the workplace to school and back. “We
Korn/Ferry Recruits CEO for the Sony Ericsson WTA Tour
Korn/Ferry International has placed Stacey Allaster as chairman and chief executive officer of The Sony Ericsson WTA Tour. Ms. Allaster has been the Tour’s president since 2006. Prior to joining the Sony Ericsson WTA Tour, she served as vice president and tournament director at Tennis Canada. The Sony Ericsson WTA Tour is a leading professional
CPS Human Resources Services Selects Iscopia’s Platform
Iscopia Software (Iscopia), a Montreal-based assessment technology developer, has signed an agreement with CPS Human Resources Services (CPS), a California-based public agency providing services to the public and nonprofit sectors. Under the agreement, CPS will use Iscopia’s platform to customize and deliver employment and assessment services online while Iscopia will make CPS’ products available to
Wall Street Journal Launches Career Site for Financial Professionals
The Wall Street Journal has launched FINS.com, an online career resource targeting financial professionals and the finance market. The site covers all major financial sectors with associated jobs and news, research on companies, and daily columns offering advice and career insight. Free to users, FINS.com is a daily destination for both active job seekers and
The RightThing Partners with Alexander Mann
Global recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) provider The RightThing has partnered with Alexander Mann Solutions, a London-based RPO provider. This partnership allows clients to leverage the strengths and critical mass of top level service firms on a multi national basis. “The RightThing and Alexander Mann will offer unparalleled service, quality, innovation and customer service which will
JIRB Group Places Marketing Exec at Prudential International
David James Beed of West Hartford, CT-based executive search firm JIRB Group, LLC, has recruited James Weakley as head of marketing for Prudential International. Mr. Weakley will work out of their Newark, NJ headquarters. Prior to joining Prudential International, Mr. Weakley served as executive vice president of strategic growth for American General. He also served
iEmployee and PayrollNW Form Alliance
iEmployee, a provider of web-based, self-service, human resource management software, has formed an alliance with PayrollNW, a provider of payroll and tax preparation solutions. By integrating iEmployee’s Time and Attendance software with PayrollNW’s professional services and options, the two companies are providing customers with an end-to-end solution for automating the manual tasks associated with time
Nicholson Opens Office in Poland
Technology-focused executive search firm Nicholson (formerly Nicholson International) has opened a new office in Poland. The new office is in Poznan and will be headed by country manager Anna Wiatr. “We have been working in the Polish software market from the U.K. for a while and we have known the team in Poland for some
Alliance of Fortune 500 Companies Offers Free Job Recruitment Service
AllianceQ, a growing collaboration of Fortune 500 companies that have come together to build an exclusive recruitment network to help job seekers get connected to jobs – and to drive down their future cost of recruiting – has launched UnitedWeWork.org, a free recruitment service available to employers of all sizes and workers of all levels
Boyden Adds to Global Financial Services Practice
Boyden has appointed Gregory Coleman as a managing director in the global financial services practice in the firm’s New York office. Mr. Coleman specializes in recruiting senior executives for both domestic and international positions in commercial/retail banking, investment banking, investment/wealth management, not-for-profit, insurance and human resources. Prior to joining Boyden, Mr. Coleman was a senior
LeaderFinder Consulting Recruits CFO for AssuranceAmerica
New York-headquartered executive search firm LeaderFinder Consulting has placed John Mongelli as senior vice president and CFO at AssuranceAmerica Corporation. Mr. Mongelli previously served as vice president and corporate treasurer at ChoicePoint, Inc. “We enjoyed working with AssuranceAmerica and their senior management team on such a critical search, and are thrilled to have been able
Talent Alliance Announces New China Partnership
Talent Alliance, Inc. has executed a Letter of Intent to jointly market its TalentExchange platform in China with one of China’s leading recruitment firms, Global Talent. Through the partnership, the companies will bring together two technologies into a single offering designed to improve efficiencies in the talent acquisition process, and jointly market and promote them
Bullhorn Launches in Britain
Bullhorn, the global provider of on demand front office staffing and recruitment software, has launched in the U.K. with the securement of a contract with technical resourcing specialist Talascend, which employs 1,100 staff worldwide. Talascend has implemented Bullhorn to enable its employees to be more efficient and targeted in how they manage their database of
BlueSteps Offers Career Management Services for Executives
BlueSteps, the career management service for senior executives provided by the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC), has released a new preferred program available to outplacement firms and employers. The program is a turn-key career management service for outplaced executives, which includes a resume review, job search advice and a profile within the BlueSteps executive
Egon Zehnder Retained by Glu Mobile for CEO Search
Global executive search Egon Zehnder has been selected by Glu Mobile, Inc. to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. Current president and CEO, Greg Ballard, has indicated his intention to transition his role with the company to new leadership. Martha Josephson of Egon Zehnder will head the assignment. Glu is a
DHR Fills Board Position for Campbell Soup Company
Executive search firm DHR International has placed William Perez on the Campbell Soup Company’s board of directors. Gayle Mattson, executive vice president and global leader, board and CEO practice/corporate director, led this search for DHR. Most recently, Mr. Perez served as CEO at Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company. “Bill Perez drove Wrigley's global strategy as chief
JobsinTheUS.com Offers HR Execs Certification Opportunity
JobsinTheUS.com (JiUS) will offer a new webinar series that will help human resources professionals acquire and maintain HRCI certification. “These Webinars offer HRCI Certified Professionals an opportunity to acquire additional accreditation and training through an extremely convenient medium,” said Jeremy Haskell, assistant director of business development at JobsInTheUS.com. “Webinars or e-seminars allow participants to interact
Doostang Partners with 85 Broads
Doostang, an online career website, has formed an alliance with 85 Broads, a community of innovative and pioneering women. “As a global network founded to enable women to achieve, excel, and meet their personal and professional goals, 85 Broads is committed to maintaining a standard of excellence at every stage of a woman’s career,” said
Canaan Ridge Offers Executive Development Program for Recruiters
Developed by leaders in executive search and corporate learning, and endorsed by global executive search consultants, Canaan Ridge – The Center for Professional Development has launched an executive development program for retained executive search consultants. Canaan Ridge’s inaugural program – headlined by Gerard R. Roche, chairman emeritus of Heidrick & Struggles – will be in
Korn Ferry Places Albany International CFO
Executive search firm Korn/Ferry International has placed Michael K. Burke as senior vice president and chief financial officer of Albany International Corp. He succeeds Michael C. Nahl, who is retiring after 27 years with the company. Mr. Burke previously served as executive vice president and chief financial officer of Intermagnetics General Corp., a manufacturer of
Interview: Top DHR Recruiter Sees Business Returning … Slowly
Colleen Hulce serves as executive vice president and managing director of DHR International in Los Angeles. In this capacity, Ms. Hulce also serves as global leader of DHR's chief financial officer practice. Since joining the firm in 2005, Ms. Hulce has worked on numerous CFO searches and the direct reports to the CFO including VP
TwitterJobSearch.com Adds Video CV Support
TweetMyJOBS, a real-time job search engine, has added support for Video CVs to its product. This enables job seekers to attach a video CV to job offers that have been posted to Twitter. “Recruiters are now faced with the challenge of having to quickly evaluate multiple candidates, and video can help in these assessments,” said
MTV Selects StepStone’s E-Recruitment Solution
StepStone, a London-based provider of human capital management solutions, has been selected by MTV Networks for use of its e-recruitment solution to drive online recruitment across its business, reduce time to hire and cut recruitment costs. MTV joins other media businesses, including Channel 4, RTL and Bertelsmann, that have implemented StepStone solutions to streamline their
Stanton Chase Promotes North American Practice Leader
Executive search firm Stanton Chase International has named David M. Love as its North American leader of its consumer products and services, retail and hospitality practices. Mr. Love has more than 25 years experience in executive search in the consumer products, retail and hospitality arenas as well as in the industrial sector. He has also
LatPro and eQuest Form Job Posting Partnership
LatPro, a Hispanic and bilingual-focused job board, has formed a job posting agreement with eQuest, a global provider of job posting and Internet recruitment management services. The agreement will effectively waive all delivery fees to eQuest customers who post jobs to LatPro’s two diversity career sites – LatPro and DiversityJobs.com. “LatPro continually seeks out new
Accolo Adds VP of Sales and Marketing
Accolo, a provider of on-demand recruiting software and services, has appointed Ray Rike as vice president of sales and marketing. Mr. Rike brings over 20 years of experience spanning enterprise software and SaaS solutions. Prior to Accolo, he was the senior vice president of sales and business development for Accruent. He also developed and led
Global Sage Names Financial Services Practice Head
Global Sage has named Richard Stein as head of its financial services practice across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Africa. He will be based in the firm’s New York office. Mr. Stein previously worked as senior client partner for capital markets at Korn/Ferry International. He has experience working with CEOs at the senior
Preng & Associates to Lead CEO Search for Hyperdynamics
Houston-based executive search firm Preng & Associates has been selected by Hyperdynamics Corporation to lead in its search for a new chief financial officer. Former CFO Sarah Berel-Harrop resigned on June 30 to pursue other opportunities. Hyperdynamics Corporation provides energy for the future by exploring and producing sources of energy worldwide. Founded in 1980 and
AltoPartners Elects New Chairman
AltoPartners, an international network of independent search firms, has elected Jean-Philippe Saint-Geours of executive search firm Leaders Trust International as its new chairman. Mr. Saint-Geours takes over for Albert Froom, who will focus on banking, financial services and insurance. His executive practice encompasses a wide variety of engagements in general management (CEO, COO, CFO, communications,
Yoh Appoints New President
Yoh, a provider of talent and outsourcing services, has appointed Lori Schultz as president. Yoh’s current president, Bill Yoh, will become chief customer officer for Day & Zimmermann, the parent company of Yoh; he will also become chairman of Yoh. Ms. Schultz comes to Yoh with 23 years of leadership experience in the staffing and
