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McDermott + Bull Expands Presence in Texas
Irvine, CA-based McDermott + Bull has continued expansion of its presence in Texas with director Rachel Loye spearheading the growth in Dallas. As a senior member of the firm’s financial services practice, she will lead regional efforts across Texas, deepening client partnerships and furthering McDermott + Bull’s investment in one of the country’s top banking markets. “Rachel’s
Five Years Later: How the Shutdown Redefined Business and Leadership
Five years ago this week, the world came to a sudden halt. In March 2020 marked the beginning of a global shutdown that reshaped business, leadership, and the way companies operate. “At Z3Talent, everything came to a standstill,” Steve Ziegler, founder of the Denver-based executive search firm, remembers. Were companies going to keep hiring? Would 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.
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,
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?
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
June Hiring Cools While Unemployment Holds at 4.2 Percent
Employment increased by 57,000 in June as the U.S. unemployment rate stood at 4.2 percent, according to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. The number of unemployed people, at 7.1 million, changed little in June. Employment continued to trend up in professional and business services, social assistance, and healthcare. Leisure and hospitality lost jobs. The
Bell Oaks Executive Search Seeking Chief Finance and Administrative Officer for the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation
Atlanta-based Bell Oaks Executive Search is currently seeking a chief finance and administrative officer (CFAO) for the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation (WRF). The assignment is being led by partner Cynthia J. Moreland and senior search consultant Abi Gamino. The CFAO will serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and a key member of the executive
Leadership Advisory Enters a New Capital Cycle
Private capital is making one of its strongest moves yet into the leadership advisory sector. Recent investments by KKR in ghSMART and Advent International in Heidrick & Struggles represent more than headline transactions. Together, they signal a growing conviction among investors that leadership advisory firms occupy a unique position within the modern enterprise, helping organizations navigate leadership succession, organizational effectiveness, talent assessment, and
Crist|Kolder Places CFO at Mondelēz International
Crist|Kolder Associates has placed Amit Banati as executive vice president and chief financial officer of NASDAQ-traded Mondelēz International in Chicago. He will report directly to Dirk Van de Put, chair and CEO, and will be a member of the Mondelēz International leadership team. “Amit is a highly experienced CFO who brings a strong blend of financial leadership
Why Searches Lose Discipline Late and How to Prevent It
Even well-run executive searches can lose focus as the process unfolds and pressure to reach a decision begins to mount. Without consistent alignment around the original mandate, organizations risk making compromises that can undermine long-term leadership success. Most executive searches start with real clarity, a recent report from Nashville, TN-based executive search firm Morgan Samuels Company’s
NPAG Assists Proteus Fund with CEO Search
Executive search firm NPAG has assisted in the recruitment of Amardeep Singh the new president and CEO of Proteus Fund and Proteus Action League. He will officially assume the role in September. The Proteus Fund board of directors selected Mr. Singh following a rigorous national search supported by NPAG. The search was led by Ellen LaPointe, Ebony Breaux-Liang, and Andres Marcuse-Gonzalez. “On
Bullhorn Names Chief Innovation and Labs Officer and Chief Corporate Development Officer
Recruiting software provider Bullhorn recently appointed Jason Heilman as chief innovation and labs officer and Ryan Murphy as chief corporate development officer. As members of the executive leadership team, they will help drive the company’s next wave of growth and innovation. Mr. Heilman joined Bullhorn in 2020 when the company acquired Herefish, the automation platform he led
5 Ways to Evaluate a Job Offer in 2026
In today’s hiring market, the strongest job offer isn’t always the one with the biggest paycheck. Candidates who treat their next move as a base-salary math problem usually leave real money behind, according to a recent report from Lyneer Search Group, an executive talent acquisition firm specializing in finance and executive roles. The smarter approach, and the
McDermott + Bull Recruits Chief Technology Officer for JenaValve Technology
Irvine, CA-based McDermott + Bull has placed Edward Sarnowski as chief technology officer of JenaValve Technology, Inc. in Irvine, CA. The search was completed by partner Ken Dropiewski, and executive recruiter Michael Matranga. “Ed’s appointment marks an important step in the evolution of JenaValve as a company,” said John Kilcoyne, CEO of JenaValve. “With FDA approval now behind us and
JDG Associates Retained by the Institute for Defense Analyses for General Counsel Search
Rockville, MD-based executive search firm JDG Associates has been retained by the Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) to lead its search for a general counsel based in Alexandria, VA. Reporting directly to the president and CEO, the general counsel serves as IDA’s chief legal officer and secretary of the Corporation, with responsibility spanning legal counsel and
Korn Ferry to Acquire AMS in $1.1 Billion Talent Solutions Deal
Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) has entered into a definitive agreement with OMERS Private Equity to acquire U.K.-headquartered AMS. The transaction will combine Korn Ferry’s expertise across search, talent & organizational solutions, and workforce solutions with AMS’s expertise in recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), early careers and campus recruiting, contingent workforce solutions, consulting, and skills creation. The combination will
CarterBaldwin Assists Ideal Tridon Group with Chief Information Officer Search
CarterBaldwin Executive Search has helped to recruit Shane Dacus as chief information officer of Ideal Tridon Group, a portfolio company of Nautic Partners and global provider of engineered clamps, brackets, fittings, and metal framing systems. Mr. Dacus brings more than 25 years of technology leadership across industrial, manufacturing, and PE-backed platforms, with a consistent record of elevating IT
Ways to Avoid Unintended Bias During the Executive Hiring Process
Hiring at the C-suite and executive level typically involves considering many variables when evaluating candidates. To find the strongest “fit” for an executive role, candidates must undergo a gauntlet of interviews, assessments, and referencing, according to a recent article from JM Search’s Louis Montgomery and Chuck Egoville. Along the way, they are vetted against key requirements such
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
HireRight Unveils New Global Capabilities
HireRight, a global provider of on-demand employment screening solutions, will now offer international screening capabilities through a single, on-demand screening management solution through HireRight Enterprise. HireRight Enterprise helps large employers with employment screening by providing a solution for managing a global screening program across more than 200 countries and territories while delivering a local experience
Nosal Partners Recruits COO for Holiday Retirement Corp
Executive leadership solutions firm Nosal Partners LLC has placed Stanley D. Brown as chief operating officer of Holiday Retirement Corporation. Mr. Brown was previously president of RockResorts and Vail Resorts Hospitality. The search was conducted by David Nosal, chairman and CEO, and Paula Elmore, senior partner at Nosal Partners. Holiday Retirement Corporation is a provider
Cornerstone International Group Launches Turnaround Division
Executive search firm Cornerstone International Group has launched a turnaround division, headed by Richard S. Stevens. Cornerstone’s turnaround division is designed to help client companies reverse downward business results and will offer a suite of services to help rebuild endangered companies. Mr. Stevens is chairman of Recreational Advisors International, chairman of the LA Express football
Allen Austin Global Executive Search Adds Asia Pacific Partner
Allen Austin Global Executive Search has appointed Kim Sim as a partner in the firm’s Asia Pacific region. Mr. Sim has over nine years experience in executive search, previously serving as senior vice president with DHR International, based in Hong Kong; he also served as vice president at Ken Clark International, where he was based
Jobscience Unveils New Recruiting Technology
Recruitment solutions provider Jobscience has released iFind, an application for strategic and social recruitment, leveraging multiple cloud computing ecosystems, including Amazon, salesforce.com, and Google Apps to bring search and communication tools to recruiters’ desktops and smartphones. “With the mobile technology of iFind, recruiters are never far from their valuable, indexed, searchable database of talent,” said
The Albany Group Establishes Presence in China
Workforce management company The Albany Group has established a presence in China. With the move, Albany has acquired a Human Resource Management and Deployment license, which enables it to render its services compliantly within the country. “Our new presence in Shanghai provides Albany a strategic position within China’s contingent labor market,” said Harry Loh, regional
Korn Ferry Names Head of EMEA
Executive search firm Korn/Ferry International has appointed Bernard S. Zen-Ruffinen as president of its EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa) region. Based out of Korn/Ferry's Zurich office, Mr. Zen-Ruffinen will oversee the firm's EMEA operations and report to CEO Gary Burnison. He joins Korn/Ferry after more than nine years at Heidrick & Struggles, where he was
HR Departments Feeling Economic Impact
Over 78 percent of human resource departments have been impacted by the current economic climate, with 53 percent implementing wage freezes and 52 percent undergoing layoffs during the past year, according to Salary.com’s most recent economic impact survey of over 400 clients. Early indications suggest that approved merit increases for 2009 will be approximately 1.5
Russell Reynolds Associates Leads John Hopkins University Search
Russell Reynolds Associates has been retained by John Hopkins University to assist in its search for a new provost and senior vice president for academic affairs. The search committee has been asked to undertake a broad search to identify a dynamic academic leader and distinguished scholar as the next provost. Ilene Nagel of Russell Reynolds
IRC Recruitment Adds New Member Firm in Canada
IRC Recruitment, a global alliance of executive search and recruitment services firms, has added The Executive Network based in Victoria, Canada as a new member firm. Over the past 24 years, The Executive Network has conducted executive and senior management searches in the local, regional, national, and international arenas. “In the 21st century every business
Dillstone Systems Releases FILEFINDER 9 in Spanish
Dillistone Systems, the global supplier of software for Executive Recruiters, has released its FILEFINDER 9 software in Spanish. FILEFINDER software is a database, project management and CRM system used both by executive search firms and in-house talent acquisition and sourcing teams in 56 countries. “Being a global company, we are aware of the importance for
Amrop Hever Group Elects Chairman
Global executive search firm The Amrop Hever Group has elected Ulrich Dade from its German office as its chairman. With over 20 years experience in the executive search industry, Mr. Dade is a recognized executive recruiter who has a long track record of conducting senior level assignments for major client organizations, buyers of executive search
Recruiting Levels Remain Unchanged in Q3
Most employers expect their staff levels to remain the same as recruiting patterns hold steady and job losses trend downward, according to CareerBuilder and USA TODAY‘s Q3 2009 Job Forecast. The survey was conducted by Harris Interactive from May 22 through June 10, 2009 among more than 2,600 hiring managers and HR professionals. Sixty-four percent
Spencer Stuart Retained by CDW
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been selected by CDW to lead in its search for a new senior-level executive who will report directly to chief executive officer John Edwardson with the possibility to eventually succeed him, according to multiple sources. Search consultant Jim Buckley will head the assignment. Based in Vernon Hills, IL, CDW
Parker Executive Search to lead CEO Search for Tournament of Roses
Parker Executive Search has been retained by the Tournament of Roses to lead in its search for a new chief executive. Current CEO, Mitch Dorger, recently announced his retirement; he has been chief executive since 2000. The Tournament of Roses organizes and provides year-round support and marketing for the internationally recognized Rose Parade, the Rose
