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Lancor Recruits CFO for Loxo
Executive search firm Lancor has helped to recruit Jimmy Gulick as the new CFO of Loxo. “The Lancor CFO team congratulates Jimmy Gulick on joining Loxo as chief financial officer,” Lancor’s Jamie Carter said in a LinkedIn post. “Jimmy is a multi-time CFO who brings deep enterprise and SMB SaaS expertise, successful private equity partnership experience, and
Harris Search Associates Recruits Inaugural Director of National Center for Opioid Research and Clinical Efficacy at the Arkansas Children’s Research Institute
Following a national search that included a highly competitive candidate pool, Harris Search Associates has placed Alicia Allen as the inaugural director of the National Center for Opioid Research and Clinical Efficacy (NCOR) at the Arkansas Children’s Research Institute and Associate Professor, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). Dr. Allen previously served at the University
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
AI Leadership: Driving Cross-Disciplinary Innovation
As a partner at SPMB, Natalie Ryan has observed the transformative impact of the newly formed chief artificial intelligence officer (CAIO) role within the modern business ecosystem. “Far from being confined to the realms of technology alone, the CAIO has emerged as a vital driver of innovation across diverse organizational domains, including marketing, sales, customer
Online Job Demand Down in September
Online advertised vacancies declined by 101,800 to 3,363,000 in September, according to The Conference Board Help-Wanted OnLine Data Series (HWOL). September losses partially offset the larger August gains (+169,000), leaving labor demand up by 67,000 over the past two months. Since the low point in April 2009, labor demand is up by 201,000, showing a
DHR to Lead CFO Search for Illumina
Chicago-headquartered executive search firm DHR International has been selected by Illumina to lead in its search for a new chief financial officer. Former CFO Christian Henry was recently promoted to senior vice president of corporate development. Colleen Hulce, executive vice president and managing director of DHR in Los Angeles, and John Baker, executive vice president
Boston Search Group and IdealWave Merge to Create BSG Team Ventures
BSG Team Ventures (formerly Boston Search Group), an international executive search firm serving emerging and high-growth companies, has merged with IdealWave Solutions, an executive recruitment leader in the mobility and convergence sector. The combined company, BSG Team Ventures , will be headquartered in Boston, with offices in Silicon Valley, New York and London. The merged
Russell Reynolds Associates Announces Promotions
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has announced the promotions of David Finke to managing director and Constantine Alexandrakis and Lyndon Taylor to managing directors in its Chicago office. A member of the firm's technology sector, Mr. Finke conducts search assignments for board director, CEO and senior executive level positions for public
Cook Associates Adds to M&A Advisory Services Division
The M&A advisory services division at Chicago-based Cook Associates has added Neil Midler as managing director. Over the past seven years, Mr. Midler has worked with many of the nation's leading private equity firms sourcing proprietary investment opportunities, developing acquisition search strategies, and successfully managing targeted search programs. He has led search efforts for both
INTERVIEW: i4cp Analyst Discusses Creating Competitive Advantage Through a Leveraged Workforce (Part 1)
The Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp) is the world's largest vendor-free network of corporations focused on building and sustaining a highly productive, high-performance organization. With a combination of peer networking, research, tools and technology, i4cp is designed to lead organizations through an economic climate where improving productivity and performance is mandatory. Carol Morrison is a
TRANSEARCH Expands in Middle East
TRANSEARCH International has added Souvik Chakraborty and Gaurav Seth to its Mumbai and New Delhi offices. Mr. Chakraborty will lead the India technology practice while Mr. Seth will head the retail and financial services practices as well as the business process outsourcing practice. Prior to joining Transearch, Mr. Chakraborty was the founder of CAPntel Executive
Spencer Stuart to Lead CEO Search for Hill-Rom Holdings
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been retained by Hill-Rom Holdings, Inc. to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. Current president and CEO, Peter H. Soderberg, has announced his retirement. The search process, which is already underway, will include a full review of both internal and external candidates. Hill-Rom is a
Boyd & Moore Executive Search Breaks into U.S. Market
Boyd & Moore Executive Search (BMES) has opened a new office in Silicon Valley, marking its first office in North America. The new office is part of the firm's strategy to expand its presence in the global recruitment solutions industry by broadening and deepening business relationships with clients headquartered throughout the U.S. Boyd & Moore
Heidrick & Struggles Downgraded
Shares of executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International/(NASDAQ:HSII) fell sharply last week as an analyst downgraded its shares, saying they're overvalued. Analyst Ty Govatos of C.L. King and Associates downgraded the Chicago-based company to "neutral" from "buy." He said in a note to clients that he initially rated the shares a "buy" after Heidrick
Kaye/Bassman Adds Partner to Lead Legal Practice
Executive search firm Kaye/Bassman International Corp. has expanded its academic physician practice to include obstetrics and gynecology. Cindy Ornish will be the partner in charge of the new practice. “With the advances in all modalities of women's imaging, cancer research, reproductive advancements, and wellness, to name a few, the demand for these specialty physicians will
Witt/Kieffer to Lead Search for Purdue University
Executive search firm Witt/Kieffer has been selected by Purdue University to lead in its search for a senior vice president for external relations. The position is within the development/foundation/fundraising division at the West Lafayette, IN-based university. Witt/Kieffer assist colleges, universities, national educational associations, foundations, cultural organizations, human service and advocacy organizations, private secondary schools and
Alexander Mann Solutions Elects New Chairman
Alexander Mann Solutions, a London-based global recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) firm, has appointed Michael O’Higgins to the position of chairman. Mr. O’Higgins is a former managing partner of PA Consulting and was previously a partner of Price Waterhouse Consulting. He has been chairman of the audit committee since October 2006 and is a non-executive director
Diversified Search Fills Top Post at Delaware River Waterfront Corporation
Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson has placed Thomas P. Corcoran executive director of the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC). Mr. Corcoran joins the DRWC from the Cooper’s Ferry Development Association, Inc (CFDA), where he has served as founding president and CEO for 25 years. DRWC is a nonprofit corporation organized exclusively for the benefit of the
CEO Departures Fall 20 Percent
It has been a volatile year for CEO turnover and the most recent month has seen 101 CEO changes, marking a 20 percent decline from a nine-month high of 126 in July. The August total is the second lowest of the year, according to the latest report on CEO turnover released by global outplacement firm
Korn Ferry Sued for Gay-Bias
According to a story reported by the Wall Street Journal, former senior client partner Marti Smye has sued Korn/Ferry International for allegedly firing her because she is gay. The lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court, claims that Korn/Ferry breached her employment contract by dismissing her last year and not paying her nearly $4
Korn Ferry Adds New Board Members
Korn/Ferry International has added Baroness Denise Kingsmill and George T. Shaheen to its board as directors. A former partner at a London law firm, Ms. Kingsmill has held a series of high-profile non executive director and advisory roles in the private sector, including at British Airways, Laing O’Rourke, Royal Bank of Scotland and Telewest Communications.
Scottish-Based Eden Scott Expands Board
Eden Scott, a Scottish-based recruitment firm, has elected Mark Durham and James Milne to its board of directors, bringing the total number of directors to six. Based in the firm's Glasgow office, Mr. Durham has been a divisional manager with Eden Scott since joining the firm in 2006. Overseeing the public sector and IT divisions,
WorkPlace Diversity Critical Talent Driver
Diversity in the workplace continues to remain an important business driver and priority for many Fortune 500 companies. In a Harris Interactive survey commissioned by Capital H Group, 95 percent of those surveyed say that senior management views creating a diverse workforce as a major goal. The ‘Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace’ survey involved
Knightsbridge Acquires MICA Consulting Partners
Knightsbridge Executive Search has acquired MICA Consulting Partners, a Canadian-based leadership solutions consultancy. MICA's specialized expertise in strategic alignment, executive assessment, leadership development, team effectiveness and succession planning, strengthens and deepens Knightsbridge's leadership solutions practice. Knightsbridge provides assessment and coaching, talent attraction, organizational and leadership development, or career management and transition to a wide array
Russell Reynolds Associates Promotes Managing Director
Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates has promoted Christopher Langhoff to managing director in the firm's corporate officers’ practice, specializing in financial officer assignments. Mr. Langhoff has conducted searches for various roles including CFOs, treasurers, controllers/CAOs, investor relations, and other strategy and corporate development roles for companies in retail, hospitality, consumer products
Phillips Oppenheim Selected by the Studio Theatre
New York City-headquartered Phillips Oppenheim has been selected to assist The Studio Theatre in its search for a new artistic director. Joy Zinoman, the founding artistic director, has announced that she will retire from The Studio Theatre on September 1, 2010 after 35 years at the helm. Search consultants Becky Klein and Mark Tarnacki will
Kenexa Releases New Leadership Solutions Offering
Kenexa Corporation, a global provider of business solutions for human resources, has released Kenexa Leadership Solutions. The product suite enables organizations to evaluate dimensions of leader performance, and develops current and future leaders to drive ongoing business performance. The suite of solutions, which consists of an audit into the quality and impact of an organization's
Interview: Recruiting Specialist Jim Gunther Discusses Risk Management Search Sector
Jim Gunther is principal of Harvard Aimes Group. He founded the firm in 1984 as an employer retained executive search firm engaged exclusively in the business of identifying and recruiting corporate risk management professionals. Mr. Gunther formerly served as head of risk management for Schiavone Corporation, Food Fair/Pantry Pride, and the Howard Johnson Company. In
Spencer Stuart Places CEO at ACCION
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has recruited Michael Schlein as president and chief executive officer of ACCION. Mr. Schlein previously served as president of international franchise management at Citigroup. "It's been a privilege to serve on the search committee, and we extend our deep thanks to the recruitment firm for their exhaustive work," said Catherine
Global Senior Executives Predict Rebound in Early 2010
Results from a recent poll of global senior executive members of BlueSteps revealed that 48 percent expect the economy to rebound in the first half of 2010. Only 25 percent of those surveyed believe a recovery will occur in the second half of 2009, with 27 percent not expecting a recovery until the second half
Carmichael Fisher Names Office Head in London
Executive search firm Carmichael Fisher has added Guy Adams as head of practice for legal recruitment in its London office. Mr. Adams most recently served as manager and head of Europe (legal recruitment) at Taylor Root. Prior to that he held various positions at legal firms Norton Rose, McGrigors and Reynolds Porter Chamberlain. “Our legal
Adicio Launches New Classifieds Sites
Adicio Inc., a provider of interactive classified advertising software solutions for media companies, has launched a variety of new online classifieds sites for clients on their real estate, careers and motors platforms in recent months. New Adicio real estate sites include NWHomes.com for The Seattle Times; TriadHomes.com for Greensboro News & Record; Omaha World-Herald’s Marketplace
StepStone Launches Candidate Tracker Web Service
StepStone, a London-based provider of human capital management solutions, has launched a new web service, Candidate Tracker, which brings recruitment management solutions to companies. Candidate Tracker will automate much of the administration in hiring staff, from posting a new job on multiple online sites to managing the offer process. Candidate Tracker enables customers to purchase
Boyden Expands San Francisco Technology Practice
Boyden’s San Francisco technology practice has added Dan Grosh as managing director focusing on the executive hiring needs for venture capital and private equity backed companies. Mr. Grosh’s expertise includes search projects for both public and private companies within the global technology, cleantech and industrial verticals. He has conducted assignments providing executive leadership talent in
Cornerstone Adds Estonian-Based Executive Lab to Network
Global executive search firm Global executive search firm Cornerstone International Group has strengthened its positions in the Baltic and Nordic region by adding a new partner, the Estonian-based Executive Lab, to its network. Executive Lab, owned and managed by its founder, Tonis Arro, will join Cornerstone. For more than 20 years. Mr. Arro has worked
