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The Moran Company Selected by the Los Angeles Firemen’s Relief Association to Find New Leader
The Moran Company, an executive recruitment firm that specializes in the non-profit sector, has been retained by the Los Angeles Firemen’s Relief Association (LAFRA) to lead in its search for a new executive director. Senior search consultant John Gravley is leading the assignment. The executive director is the chief administrative leader of LAFRA, responsible for
LHH Knightsbridge Recruits Chief Investment Officer for the Ontario Pension Board
LHH Knightsbridge has assisted in the recruitment of Andrew Tambone as chief investment officer of the Ontario Pension Board (OPB). This search was conducted by Lisa Knight, managing partner, Nicholas Protti, executive search partner, and Melanie Barbieri, senior consultant. His appointment follows the upcoming retirement of current CIO, Chris Kautzky. As CIO, Mr. Tambone will be
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
Trends for Private Equity in 2024
As we kick off the new year, DHR Global asked its practice group leaders to reflect on the trends they have seen in their industry in 2023 and what may lie ahead in 2024. The firm’s private equity practice, led by Keith Giarman, managing partner, global private equity, discusses C-Suite talent, relocation and work-from-home challenges, growth-focused leadership,
Authoria Talent Management Suite Implemented by Citrix
Citrix Systems, Inc., a provider of virtualization, networking and software-as-a-service (SaaS) technologies, has implemented Authoria Talent Management Suite 10x. In an effort to maximize the potential of employees at all levels, Citrix human resources was in need of an integrated approach to compensation, performance management, employee development and succession planning. Authoria Talent Management Suite 10x
Simply Hired Launches Job Sites for Italy, Ireland, Belgium, Brazil and the Netherlands
Extending its presence through Europe and into South America, job search engine Simply Hired launched five new job search websites in Italy (www.simplyhired.it), Ireland (www.simplyhired.ie), Belgium (www.simplyhired.be), the Netherlands (www.simplyhired.nl) and Brazil (www.simplyhired.com.br). Having indexed more than five million jobs worldwide, Simply Hired’s country-specific destination websites in Italy, Ireland, Belgium, the Netherlands and Brazil now
Paul~Lawrence Associates Places Exec at Ingersoll-Rand
Executive search firm paul~lawrence associates has recruited Rajesh Venkat as vice president of commercial marketing for Ingersoll-Rand Security Technologies. Search consultant Paul Stefunek led the assignment. Mr. Venkat previously served as senior director of worldwide marketing at McAfee where he was the global leader across all marketing functions for the mid-market business unit of the
HR.com and Zapoint Form Alliance
Zapoint, a provider of Web-based Human Capital Management (HCM) software, and HR.com have formed a partnership that will bring several new career growth tools to HR.com members. The alliance makes available Zapoint’s LifeChart technology to track, assess and enhance the individual’s personal career development, as well as a new HR.com Talent Network that connects members
Peopleclick and eQuest Renew Multi-Year Partnership
Peopleclick, Inc., a global talent acquisition solutions provider, and eQuest, the global leader in job posting and internet recruitment management services, have renewed its partnership that will continue to provide Peopleclick clients advanced job posting services through the Peopleclick Recruitment Management System (RMS). Through the multi-year partnership, Peopleclick and eQuest will offer clients additional domestic
MBA Recruitment Platform Welcomes Executive Search Firms
Online MBA recruitment platform CareerMee.com has opened its service to executive search firms, following a recent demand from members and recruiters alike. The move means that 15 search firms will join the site’s 60+ recruiting companies and that candidates will be exposed to even more opportunities around the world. One firm that joined is CDS
Conference Board Reports to Online Job Demand Stabilizing
Online advertised vacancies declined 66,700 to 3,294,800 in June, according to The Conference Board Help-Wanted Online Data Series (HWOL). In the five months since January, online labor demand has dropped a relatively modest 71,000, in sharp contrast to the 1,200,000 decline in the previous five months from August 2008 to January 2009. “We are not
Korn Ferry Adds Senior Tech Consultant
Executive search firm Korn/Ferry International has named Hank Leingang as a senior consultant and member of the Information Technology Officers Center of Expertise. Based in San Francisco, Mr. Leingang will help build and drive the firm’s executive search capabilities around the CIO function. Mr. Leingang most recently served as president and CEO of ITM Software.
Beyond.com Extends Reach
Beyond.com, Inc., a network of niche career communities, has announced the availability of its newest application, enabling users to search jobs across thousands of industry and local career sites directly from their iPhone or iPod touch devices. In addition, the application provides HR professionals and recruiters with extended reach into both the active and passive
Monster Introduces New Talent Management Suite
Online careers site Monster.com has launched a newly configured Monster Talent Management Suite (TMS) to meet the growing demand for more flexibility and options in how companies use their talent management solutions. Monster TMS now provides a suite of tools that can be used standalone or integrated, including career site hosting, applicant tracking, and post-hire
Buffkin Group Retained by Dynamic Physical Therapy
Executive search firm The Buffkin Group has been selected by Dynamic Physical Therapy to lead in its search for a new chief operating officer. Brian T. Kelley in the firm’s Stamford office will lead the search. The Buffkin Group is a national executive search and consulting firm offering services in executive search, executive coaching, management
Nosal Partners Forms Alliance with Farient Advisors
Executive leadership solutions firm Nosal Partners LLC has formed a strategic alliance with Farient Advisors LLC, an executive compensation and performance advisory firm. With offices in Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco, Farient Advisors provides advice on executive compensation and performance, with a focus on developing, monitoring, and maintaining strong linkages between business strategy,
Berglass + Associates Expands Star Search Into E-Commerce
Berglass + Associates, an executive search firm that specializes in the retail and consumer goods industries, has expanded its star search program into the e-commerce channel. The new service is designed to find leadership talent to meet the demands of the rapidly changing online marketplace. The extended Star Search platform will provide ongoing introductions between
Epsen Fuller/IMD International to Lead Search for Mitsubishi Pharma America
Mitsubishi Pharma America, Inc. (MPA) recently tapped executive search firm Epsen Fuller/IMD International Search Group to identify two key executives for their U.S. headquarters in Warren, NJ. Both positions will be based in New Jersey and will report to the executive director, clinical research and safety. The senior medical director, therapeutic area head – nephrology
WANTED Technologies Launches “Gazelles” Report
WANTED Technologies has launched the WANTED Gazelles report, a weekly alert of companies that show a dramatic increase in online job ad postings beyond their normal range of hiring activity. The Gazelles report is a time-sensitive list of companies within a defined market that constitute the very highest probability buyers of recruitment advertising and recruiting
Salary.com Adds to Board of Directors
Salary.com, Inc., a provider of on-demand compensation, payroll and talent management solutions, has appointed William C. Martin to its board of directors. Mr. Martin is currently chairman and chief investment officer of Raging Capital Management, LLC, a private investment partnership based in Princeton. He is also the co-founder and principal of Indie Research, LLC and
DHR Names EVP in Singapore Office
Executive search firm DHR International has appointed Sandeep Karogal as executive vice president, based out of the firm’s Singapore office. Mr. Karogal has successfully led searches for various leadership roles with multinational corporations spread across different geographies in Asia Pacific, the Middle East, South Africa and Europe. Prior to joining DHR, he served as the
Isaacson, Miller Places Dean at American University
Isaacson, Miller has placed Dr. Peter Starr as dean of The College of Arts and Sciences at American University. Dr. Starr will begin his new role on July 1. Dr. Starr is currently a professor of French and comparative literature in the College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences at the University of Southern California (USC),
HRsmart Appoints Patrick Aulson as Chief Administrative Officer
Richardson, TX-based HRsmart, a global talent management software company, has promoted Patrick Aulson to chief administrative officer. He was previously the executive vice president of corporate development for the company. In his new role, Mr. Aulson will be responsible for HRsmart’s human resources, finance, contracts and procurement departments. He will continue to manage strategic planning
Morgan Samuels Company Announces Two New Products
Morgan Samuels Company, a Los Angeles-headquartered management consulting firm specializing in executive recruitment, has added new services in organizational planning & analysis and compensation consulting. The new services will assist clients in evaluating their current organizational structures and aligning them with their company’s goals and future organizational direction. Morgan Samuels’ compensation consulting service will provide
Interview: Options Group CEO Sees Opportunity on Wall Street
Michael Karp is chief executive and one of the founding partners of Options Group, a New York-based financial services and information technology executive recruiting firm. Mr. Karp has broad expertise in all areas of the global financial markets business, including sales and trading, structured finance, principal investment, research and technology. He is regularly quoted in
CTPartners Fills Board Post for Tollgrade Communications
CTPartners has placed Edward H. Kennedy as a board director at Tollgrade Communications, Inc. Currently, Mr. Kennedy is president, chairman and CEO of Rivulet Communications, a medical video networking company. He formerly served as the CEO, president and co-founder of Ocular Networks, a provider of next generation optical networking technologies, which was acquired by Tellabs,
Heidrick & Struggles and Marsh & McLennan Companies Partner on Diversity Initiative
Marsh & McLennan Companies Inc. (MMC) and Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International will partner on a diversity recruitment initiative designed to help attract a broader and more diverse talent pool to MMC. Under the agreement, Heidrick will manage the new partnership and give at least 10 percent of its work for MMC
Stephen Bradford Search Expands Into Management Consulting
Marketing communications executive recruiter Stephen-Bradford Search has formed a partnership with management consultant Heggen Group. Heggen Group founder and president, Jayne Heggen, becomes managing director of Stephen Bradford Search’s new office in San Francisco. Heggen Group has worked with more than 30 leading agencies and brands including Digitas, Wunderman, WPP, Microsoft, American Express, and H-P.
IRC Adds Austrailia-Based The Insight Group
IRC Recruitment, a global alliance of executive search and recruitment services firms, has added Austrailia-based search firm The Insight Group as its newest member. With offices in Sydney and Melbourne, The Insight Group was founded in 1994, building a client base across a broad range of leading local and international organizations. “After having grown significantly
Softscape Releases Latest People Management Software
Softscape, a global provider of people management software, has released the latest version of its Softscape Apex software, an HR platform that helps increase global talent visibility and manage the employee lifecycle. New advancements span every suite within the platform, including hiring and recruiting, performance management, compensation management, incentive management, succession and talent planning, 360
Russell Reynolds Recruits President for Ridgewood Energy
Executive search firm Russell Reynolds Associates has placed Kenneth W. Lang as president and chief operating officer of Ridgewood Energy. Mr. Lang previously served as senior vice president for BP's (British Petroleum) entire Gulf of Mexico business. Ridgewood Energy is an energy private equity firm with a 23-year history of partnering directly in major Gulf
Boyden Announces Detroit Reorganization
Boyden has announced that it will support its Michigan operations with the resources from its New York office, one of the firm’s largest offices in North America. Damian Zikakis, who joined Boyden in 2003, will provide continuity in serving this critical market, and be based in Detroit. Additionally, Dennis Sullivan, former head of Boyden Detroit
America’s Job Exchange and CollegeRecruiter.com Form Alliance
America’s Job Exchange (AJE), a provider of job search and online recruiting solutions, has formed a partnership with CollegeRecruiter.com, a job board for college students searching for internships and recent graduates looking for career opportunities. AJE also launched a new ‘College Center’ specifically providing career-related services and tools to recent college graduates. Visitors to AJE’s
Broadbean Technology Signs Deal with Manpower
Broadbean Technology has signed a five year agreement to become the worldwide supplier of Manpower‘s online job advert distribution and response tracking technology. Broadbean’s technology platform will support multiple Manpower global brands and business lines, including Manpower, Manpower Professional, Manpower Business Solutions and Elan. Manpower benefits will include increased efficiency and speed for its workforce,
The Onstott Group Names VP
Executive search firm The Onstott Group has added Dave Matheson as vice president. Mr. Matheson has over 25 years in technology sales and start-up management. He has been a strategic advisor in the fields of engineering, robotics, software and higher education. “We are pleased to welcome Dave to the firm and are excited at the
