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Tower Consultants Search Group Fills Position for XL Construction
Hobe Sound, FL-headquartered executive recruiting firm Tower Consultants Search Group has assisted in the recruitment of Heather Towers as senior manager, people operations with XL Construction in Milpitas, CA. The search was led by Jason Rose. XL Construction is undergoing a post-merger transformation and elevated the senior manager, people operations role to strengthen its HR infrastructure and support its
Long Ridge Partners Names Head of Fundamental Equities
New York City-based Long Ridge Partners has named Eric Freiberg as head of fundamental equities. “Since joining us in 2020, Eric has been integral to the growth of our equities business,” the firm said in a LinkedIn post. “His deep industry knowledge, strong network, and steady leadership have made a meaningful impact across Long Ridge. We are grateful
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.
Slayton Search Partners Grows Consumer Practice
Slayton Search Partners has expanded with the addition of Karen Ouchterloney as vice president and managing principal in the firm’s consumer practice. “We are pleased to welcome Karen to Slayton Search Partners,” said Richard Slayton, CEO and managing partner. “Her combination of firsthand operating experience with leading consumer brands and more than 13 years advising clients
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?
TRANSEARCH Adds New Member Firm in Poland
Executive search consultants are seeing an increase in hiring mandates from around the world. To meet demand, they continue to develop new practices, hire new recruiters, and open new locations. Global recruiting consortiums, meanwhile, are taking advantage of a resurgence in certain geographic areas. TRANSEARCH International has added GP Executive as a member firm in
Consulting Partner Compensation Strengthens as AI and Private Equity Reshape the Market
The North American consulting market is showing signs of renewed strength, with improving revenue performance and resilient partner compensation. A new report from The Barton Partnership examines how compensation, ownership structures, and career expectations are evolving as consulting firms navigate shifting business models and growing private equity investment. The findings also point to mounting concerns
The Old Math Is Broken: Rethinking Growth, Headcount and Margins in the AI Era
The traditional growth model for executive search firms is undergoing a significant shift as artificial intelligence reshapes how recruiting businesses operate. For years, expansion meant adding more clients, mandates, recruiters, and overhead. Today, AI is creating opportunities to increase productivity, improve margins, and grow revenue without expanding headcount at the same pace. These advances are
Preng & Associates Recruits Chief Construction Officer for Pacifico Energy
Houston-based Preng & Associates has placed Ronald Hall as chief construction officer at Pacifico Energy, a global energy infrastructure developer specializing in power generation and customized energy solutions for commercial, industrial, and data center customers. The appointment comes at a pivotal time for Pacifico Energy as the company advances major power generation developments to meet
Potrero Group Currently Seeking Executive Director for The Pisgah Conservancy
San Francisco-based leadership consulting and search firm Potrero Group is currently leading the executive director search for The Pisgah Conservancy. Senior consultant Jena Kuznik is leading the assignment. The executive director serves as TPC’s chief executive and is the primary steward of its mission, culture, and long-term vision. This is an opportunity to lead a respected conservation organization
Charles Aris Appoints Senior Practice Leader
Greensboro, NC-based executive search firm Charles Aris Executive Search has expanded with the recent addition of Scott Kennedy as senior practice leader. He will lead CFO and senior finance executive searches for growth-oriented and sponsor-backed companies, with a particular focus on software, technology and TMT. Over more than a decade in executive search, Mr. Kennedy has worked on
Talent Alignment: Why Human Capital Must Be Central to Business Strategy
While growth is expected to strengthen a business, many organizations eventually reach a point where the opposite appears to be true. Decision-making slows, accountability becomes less defined, and initiatives begin to lose momentum. Leaders begin wondering whether they need different people, a recent report from Ascentria Search Partners explained. Sometimes they do, but not always. But
Isaacson, Miller Recruits 17th President for Virginia Tech
Boston-based Isaacson, Miller has assisted in the recruitment of Richard Linton as the 17th president of Virginia Tech. He succeeds Tim Sands, who announced his resignation in April. Greg Esposito and Julie Filizetti led the search with Kristen Andersen, Raul Bernal, Victoria Castillo, and Gabrielle Nayar. “Virginia Tech is poised to make a generational leap as a
NU Advisory Partners Recruits Chief Marketing Officer for Paula’s Choice
NU Advisory Partners has placed Sheila Shekar Pollak as chief marketing officer of Paula’s Choice. The search was led by Libby Naumes, Penina Remler, and Kelsey Kelly. Ms. Shekar Pollak brings more than 20 years of marketing and brand leadership experience across consumer, beauty, apparel, and outdoor brands. Most recently, she served as chief marketing officer
Modern Executive Solutions Names New Leader to Drive M1 Technology Community Expansion
Atlanta-based talent consultancy Modern Executive Solutions has expanded with the addition of Joan Rohs as senior partner, M1 Technology Community. “We’re building an integrated network that connects exceptional leaders, brings together the right expertise, and helps prepare executives for a world being reshaped by AI,” said Mark Oppenheimer, CEO of Modern Executive Solutions. “Joan brings an extraordinary
StevenDouglas Expands HR Practice
StevenDouglas recently expanded with the addition of Brittney Molitor as a director, human resources search. “Brittney takes a highly consultative approach to search, focusing on both the capabilities required for a role and the cultural alignment needed for long-term success,” StevenDouglas said in a LinkedIn post. “She is passionate about building genuine relationships with clients
Insight Partners Launches Empower to Prepare CIOs for Board Roles
AI and software investor Insight Partners has launched Empower, a program that helps Global 2000 CIOs plan and prepare for board seats, startup advisory positions and other portfolio-career paths while they are still in their operating roles. Empower launches with 10 delivery partners, including Diligent, Heidrick & Struggles, Riviera Partners, and Global Mentors Group, and has
Brettschneider Executive Search Tapped by William Paterson University to Find Next Provost
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been retained by William Paterson University (WP) to lead in its search for a provost and senior vice president for academic affairs. Reporting to president Richard J. Helldobler, the provost will serve as chief academic officer and as a visible, collaborative partner to the president, cabinet, deans, and faculty governance bodies.
Klein Hersh Recruits President and CEO for Shenandoah Therapeutics
Klein Hersh, a search firm focused on the life sciences and healthcare industries, has placed Steve Worland as president, CEO and a member of the board of directors at Shenandoah Therapeutics. Co-founder and founding CEO Isabella Graef, has transitioned to chief scientific officer and will continue to lead Shenandoah’s scientific strategy. “I’m delighted to welcome
Harris Search Associates Seeking Research Leader for Texas A&M Semiconductor Institute
Harris Search Associates is currently seeking the inaugural director of research for Texas A&M Semiconductor Institute (TSI). Jeffrey Harris and Richard Skinner are leading the assignment. Working in close partnership with the TSI Director and other Institute leaders, the director of research serves as a catalyst to refine and evolve the TSI’s research strategy, focused on large-scale academic-industry-government private
BarkerGilmore Names Senior Director
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, recently expanded with the addition of Jesus Meraz as senior director. He brings a unique combination of leadership experience, legal training, and strategic business insight to the firm’s executive search practice. His career has been defined by helping organizations identify, attract, and develop
Revenge Quitting Creates New Challenges for Recruiters
You spend weeks helping a team find the right person. A few months later, that same role lands back on your desk because the employee has resigned. Now the position is urgent, the hiring manager wants a replacement right away, and the pressure is coming from every direction. When exits like this occur at particularly
Peña Search Seeking Chief Strategy Officer for Housing Forward
Peña Search was recently retained by Housing Forward to lead in its hunt for a chief strategy officer. Travis Hillier is leading the assignment. Reporting to the president and CEO, the chief strategy officer will serve as Housing Forward’s chief strategist and a member of the executive leadership team. The CSO will oversee the teams
Nexus Search Partners Recruits CEO for Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region
Nexus Search Partners, an executive search and advisory firm in Charlotte, NC, has assisted in the recruitment of Bryant Owens as the new CEO of Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region. He will succeed Laura Belcher, who has served the organization with distinction for more than 12 years. Owens will become the sixth CEO
Charles Aris Launches Interim Search Business
Organizations are increasingly turning to flexible leadership solutions to navigate periods of change, execute strategic initiatives and drive value creation, especially in private equity. In response to this growing demand, Greensboro, NC-based executive search firm Charles Aris Executive Search has launched Charles Aris Interim Solutions, a new division dedicated to connecting organizations with experienced independent talent for interim
Taurean Establishes Investment Search Practice
Taurean recently launched an investment search practice with the addition of Paige Ware as principal in Los Angeles. The practice serves private markets firms across asset classes. “We help these firms shape and build their capital raising and investor relations, origination, and deal teams, and place corporate development leaders into their portfolio companies,” Taurean said in a
The Chief Commercial Officer: Driving Private Equity Value Creation
As private equity firms place greater emphasis on organic growth, commercial leadership is taking on a more central role in value creation. The chief commercial officer (CCO) has become one of the most important post-acquisition hires for private equity sponsors, according to a recent report from Spencer Stuart’s Dave Vidor. As extended hold periods and
The Tolan Group Recruits CEO for U.S. Mobile Health Exams
The Tolan Group (TTG) has placed Eric Hepburn as CEO at U.S. Mobile Health Exams (USMHE) in Jacksonville, FL. He brings more than 30 years of experience in executive leadership, business operations, strategic growth, and organizational transformation. Mr. Hepburn’s appointment brings USMHE an experienced executive with a track record of strengthening business operations, developing scalable
Cooper Coleman Leading CFO Search for Jacksonville Zoological Society
Cooper Coleman LLC has been retained by Jacksonville Zoological Society, Inc. to conduct a national search for its next CFO. “Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens has an ambitious vision for its future, and its next CFO will help shape how those plans move forward,” said Johnny Cooper, founder and CEO of Cooper Coleman. “We’re looking for someone
The Christopher Group Tapped by MITRE for Head of Total Rewards Search
The Christopher Group (TCG), a boutique HR executive search and business solutions recruiting firm, has been selected by MITRE to lead in its search for a head of total rewards. The search is being led by managing partner Ayla Maloney and recruiting director Kat Kilkenney. “This is an incredibly exciting opportunity for a total rewards leader who wants to make
The Demand for Interim CFOs Soars
Leading organizations are recognizing the value of integrating highly skilled on-demand talent—independent consultants, executives, project managers, and subject matter experts—into their workforce. With 72.1 million American workers (43 percent of the U.S. labor force) and countless other professionals worldwide choosing to work independently on a project-by-project basis or in interim leadership engagements, companies that rely
JobVite Forms Alliance with JigSaw
Jobvite, a provider of next-generation recruitment solutions, has partnered with Jigsaw, a provider of Data as a Service (DaaS) and user generated business information, to bring real-time contact information to its talent acquisition platform. The partnership streamlines candidate search on the web, enabling companies to target talent for open jobs and reach prospective candidates easily.
Succession Planning in the C-Suite Lagging
Fifty-nine percent of executives do not feel their company has a defined succession plan in place, according to the most recent Executive Quiz results released by the Korn/Ferry Institute. The quiz results also suggest that most companies are not adequately prepared should their CEO resign suddenly. When executives were asked if they knew who would
Academic Search International Fills Post at UNSW
Academic Search International (ASI) has placed Professor Merlin Crossley as the new dean of science at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Sydney, Australia. Currently a professor of molecular genetics at the University of Sydney, Mr. Crossley previously served as acting dean of science, director of research in the University’s College of Sciences
Kenexa Announces Management Changes
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has named Eric Lochner as chief marketing officer and Sarah Teten as chief customer officer. For the past two years, Mr. Lochner has been based in Europe as managing director, EMEA, where he has helped Kenexa expand its footprint in Europe and the Middle
Correlate Search Expands in Hong Kong
Executive search firm Correlate Financial Markets Limited (formerly known as Akamai Financial Markets) has opened Correlate Search (Hong Kong) Limited. Niall MacDonald and Russell Kopp will assume joint managing director responsibilities across the region. Both are former recruiters for Whitney Group in Asia. “We are delighted to be back on the ground in Asia, recognizing
DHR Places Risk Officer at ACA
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm DHR International has recruited Todd S. Manke as vice president and chief risk officer at American Credit Acceptance, LLC (ACA). Serguei Zaychenko, executive vice president, led the search and was assisted by James Restelli, a research associate. Prior to joining ACA, Mr. Manke served as director of consumer insights at Lincoln
Caldwell Partners Posts Q4 Revenue Decline
Executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. has posted fourth quarter fiscal revenues of $4.53 million, up slightly compared to $4.59 million the previous year. The addition of partners in the U.S. generated operating revenue of $1.7 million in 2009 (10 percent of total operating revenues) and $0.7 million in the 2009 fourth quarter
Accenture Inks Three-Year Deal with German Organization
Accenture has inked a three-year contract with The German Federal State of Rhineland-Palatinate to transform its current personnel administration and payroll system into an integrated and standardized human resource management platform. The new platform will make personnel administration and payroll accounting of the Federal State more efficient. The new platform, named IPEMA, is based on
eQuest Application Now Available Via Taleo’s Solution Exchange
eQuest, a provider of job posting distribution and job posting management, has announced that Taleo Corporation will offer job board performance product Prophesy3 via the Taleo Solution Exchange, the company's online application marketplace for talent solutions. Prophesy3 keeps track of every aspect of the Internet advertising and hiring process. Utilizing these statistics gives customers job
Berkeley Scott Appoints Division Head
U.K.-based recruitment consultancy Berkeley Scott has added Sam Parkin as head of senior appointments for the hospitality and leisure division. Ms. Parkin, who has eight years of experience in recruitment industry, joins from the company from Cherry Red Recruitment. “Sam is an extremely respected and proficient executive recruiter in the senior management arena,” said managing
Pinstripe Announces Additions
Pinstripe, Inc., a human resources and recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) company, has named Erin Lange as senior vice president of operations excellence and innovation, Greg Summers as business development director and Frank Johnson as the healthcare practice leader. Ms. Lange previously held various roles at GE, including manager of professional staffing for the Americas. Mr.
Epsen Fuller/IMD International Fills Post for 2ERGO
Executive search firm Epsen Fuller/IMD International Search Group has placed John Orlando as managing director of 2ergo Americas. Mr. Orlando previously served as the chief marketing officer at Livewire Mobile. “While it was immediately clear that John is a recognized and well-respected figure in the mobile communications industry, John’s career has spanned the breadth of
SoftScape and Jobfox Release New Tool for E-Recruitment
Softscape, a global provider of people management software, and career site Jobfox have teamed to deliver ResumePal, a new universal online standard job application that’s seamlessly integrated with Softscape’s platform. This e-recruitment innovation enables organizations to save on recruiting advertising costs, accept applications from candidates using mobile devices, match and rank candidates to the best
CEO Turnover Falls in October
October saw 89 chief executive officers leave their posts, 15 percent fewer than September’s 105 and 29 percent lower than the 125 CEO departures recorded in October 2008, according to the latest job-cut report by outplacement consultancy Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc. October marked the eighth time this year that CEO turnover was lower than
Boyden Expands in Italy
Boyden has selected independent executive search firm Mindoor to help revitalize its Italian operations. Headquartered in Milan, Mindoor will operate as Boyden Italy with a team of 15 led by Anders Lindholm, who will serve as managing director and partner. Mindoor has operated as an independent recruiting firm serving clients throughout Europe since 2000 and
Adicio Launches MatchCast
Adicio Inc., a provider of interactive classified advertising software solutions for media companies, has launched its new performance-based matching tool, MatchCast. This new tool automatically matches relevant candidates to advertiser job listings. MatchCast leverages Adicio’s search technology using criteria such as the job’s title, description and requirements, to pinpoint relevant candidates based on their resume
CTPartners Reports Candidate Stick Rate of 90 Percent
New York City-headquartered CTPartners has announced that its audited candidate stick rate was 90 percent for all executives placed during the period January 1, 2008 to June 30, 2009 and still employed by their company as of September 30, 2009. Stick Rate is defined by CTPartners’ management as the measure of whether the placed candidate
DHR Adds to Healthcare Practice
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm DHR International has named Donna Pratt, MD, as executive vice president in the firm’s Atlanta office. Ms. Pratt will join the firm’s healthcare practice and have responsibility for the recruitment and placement of a variety of healthcare professionals including physician executives such as chief medical officers, medical directors and VPMAs, among
Signium International Expands in India
Signium International has added India-based Quest Career Solutions to its global network of retained executive search consultancies. Quest Career Solutions’ search team consists of Kiran Koppula, Ranjit Jose, Girish Salvi and Neelam Gupta. The consultants bring to Signium extensive executive search experience in the BFSI, infrastructure, telecom, media & entertainment and pharmaceuticals sectors. Signium International
Talentor Opens Office in Romania
Talentor Recruitment Consultancy has opened a new office in Bucharest, Romania. This extends Talentor's coverage across Northern and Central Europe to nine markets, which includes Poland, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia, Russia and Romania. “We are launching a new office in Bucharest and we are very excited about further extending our coverage across central
Nosal Partners Recruits CFO for MEMC Electronic
Executive leadership solutions firm Nosal Partners LLC has placed Tim Oliver as senior vice president and chief financial officer at MEMC Electronic Materials, Inc. Mr. Oliver was previously SVP and CFO for Metavante Technologies Inc. in Milwaukee. The search was conducted by David Nosal, chairman and CEO. MEMC is a global leader in the manufacture
Beyond the Bottom Line Adds Executive Search Service
Beyond the Bottom Line, an interim CFO firm for nonprofits and social enterprises, has launched an executive search and recruitment practice that will specialize in placing top-tier financial and accounting executives, such as chief financial officers, controllers and accounting directors. At a time when many nonprofits are evaluating future staffing needs and making plans to
Slayton Search Partners Fills Top HR Post for World Kitchen
Chicago-based executive search firm Slayton Search Partners has placed Jim Aikins as executive vice president of human resources for World Kitchen, a market leader in bakeware, dinnerware, kitchen and household tools, rangetop cookware and cutlery products. The search was executed by John D. Nimesheim, managing director in Slayton’s Chicago office. Most recently, Mr. Aikins served
Job Seekers Flocking to Facebook for Professional Networking
While LinkedIn is known as a place for job seekers to make professional connections, Facebook is growing faster as a significant online tool for business networking and personal brand management. To help job hunters and career changers use Facebook for professional purposes, Jump Start Social Media is making the Facebook section of its popular e-book,
Kronos Unveils Hiring Solution for SMBS
Kronos Incorporated has announced the availability of Kronos Essentials — Hiring, a new selection and hiring solution designed specifically for the needs of small- and mid-sized businesses (SMBs). The solution helps organizations to continuously improve the quality of their workforce, reduce compliance risk, and improve productivity. Recognizing that SMBs often have limited IT budgets and
Adecco Records 27 Percent Revenue Drop
Swiss-based HR solutions company Adecco has posted third quarter revenues of EUR 3.7 billion, down 27 percent from revenues of EUR 5.1 billion during the same period a year ago. The company recorded a 46 percent drop in net profit, to EUR 90 million, but said demand was slowly recovering from low levels. “Market conditions
Kenexa Forms Partnership with JobFox
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has formed an alliance with Jobfox. Kenexa will join Jobfox to support ResumePal, an online employment application. ResumePal will be seamlessly integrated with Kenexa’s applicant tracking system, Kenexa Recruiter BrassRing (KRB), and is available immediately for KRB customers at no additional cost. “Hiring managers,
Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson Celebrates 35 Years
This month Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson celebrates 35 years in the executive search business. The firm was founded in Philadelphia by Judith M. von Seldeneck in 1974 specializing in the recruitment of women. Still headquartered in Philadelphia, the firm also has U.S. offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, and Washington, D.C. Diversified
America’s Job Exchange Partners with NAS
America's Job Exchange (AJE), a provider of job search and online recruiting solutions, has partnered with NAS Recruitment Communications (NAS), a provider of recruitment communications solutions that assist organizations with their recruitment advertising; employment branding; and on-boarding and retention efforts. The partnership will enable NAS clients to purchase on-line recruitment and compliance services from America's
China Career Builder to Acquire ISSAC Search Ltd
China Career Builder Corp. has signed a letter of intent to acquire 49 percent of Issac Search Ltd of Hong Kong. This acquisition is consistent with the company's strategic business plan, designed to build enterprise value through organic growth and select acquisition opportunities. The company is expected to complete the acquisition by the end of
Boyden Expands U.K. Search Practice
Boyden U.K. has added Simon Bailey as partner to lead the firm’s U.K. finance [CFO] practice. Mr. Bailey has extensive experience in executive search specializing in finance including board appointments, non-executive directors and senior executive positions, with particular expertise in CFO assignments. He has worked across a range of sectors including retail, leisure, services, industrial,
