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The Energists Strengthens Brookside Energy Leadership with Key CFO and Investor Relations Appointments
The Energists is a boutique executive search firm focused on the energy sector. Its client list is diverse across the energy industry, geographies, and business scenarios. A boutique, high integrity firm established in 1979, The Energists operates exclusively within the energy industry. Its staff comprises accomplished industry professionals and leaders, each with their own area
Signium Expands into Athens, Greece
Executive search consortium Signium has expanded in Athens, Greece with the additions of Artemis Miropoulos and Dimitris Papanikitopoulos. They are the founders of Linkage, a SHRM company that offers leadership development resources focused on producing effective and purposeful leaders. “Artemis and Dimitris bring a depth of expertise and human understanding that resonates with Signium’s core values,” said Annelize van
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.
DRiWaterstone Human Capital Assists WJCT Public Media with CEO Search
DRiWaterstone Human Capital has assisted in the recruitment of Karen Feagins as president and CEO of WJCT Public Media, the independent, community-owned public media organization serving Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia. “Karen represents exactly what we were looking for as the next leader for WJCT Public Media,” said Bill Hendrich, chair of the WJCT Public Media board
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?
Wilton & Bain Expands Interim Management Business
Global executive search and interim leadership firm Wilton & Bain has named Oliver Bentley as partner within its interim management business. He will focus on senior interim appointments across consumer markets in business transformation, technology and digital. “I am delighted to welcome Oliver to Wilton & Bain,” said James Humphreys, managing partner at Wilton & Bain.
Boards Weigh Internal vs. External CEO Candidates in Succession Planning
Choosing between an internal and external CEO candidate is rarely as simple as favoring continuity or change. For boards and executive search firms, the more important question is whether the succession process is anchored to the company’s future mandate and the leadership capabilities required to deliver it. The internal-versus-external CEO debate often starts with a
Pyramind Places New Leader for The International Institute
Following a national search, Falls Church, VA-based executive search firm Pyramind has placed Chad Leahy as the next director of The International Institute. “Chad came to Madrid on September 1 and has begun meeting with Institute staff, familiarizing himself with his new duties, and following the completion of this summer’s improvement projects in the Institute building,”
NPAG Recruits CEO for Dream.Org
Executive search firm NPAG has assisted in the recruitment of Janos Marton as the new CEO for Dream.Org in Oakland, CA. The search was being led by Phuong Quach and Sharon Gertsman. Mr. Marton joined Dream.Org as CEO after spending the past five years leading advocacy work at the organization, where he helped build coalitions and advance
Stevenson Search Partners Expands
Fort Lee, NJ-based Stevenson Search Partners, a global life science executive search firm and a Hunt Scanlon Top 50 ranked search firm, has expanded with the addition of Jim LoSapio to its on-demand talent solutions team as director, business development. “Jim has developed a strong understanding of the unique talent, consulting, and resource challenges facing life sciences organizations
TriSearch Expands Through Strategic Partnership
TriSearch has entered into a strategic partnership with Northwest Talent Solutions founder Nikita R. Steals, who has joined the firm as vice president, client success. The arrangement combines Northwest Talent Solutions’ workforce transformation expertise and entrepreneurial agility with TriSearch’s national recruiting platform, scalable delivery capabilities and highly customized approach to client partnership. Northwest Talent Solutions
Private Equity Takes a Harder Look at Leadership Assessment
Private equity firms examine every line of the financial model and pressure-test the commercial thesis from multiple angles. However, an assessment of the leadership team is often the least rigorous part of diligence. Deal teams will spend weeks validating a revenue forecast and only a matter of hours forming a view on the CEO expected
The Succession Crisis Extends Beyond Small Business
Succession planning has become one of the most pressing leadership issues facing boards as a growing number of senior executives move closer to retirement. For executive search firms, that is creating increased demand for earlier engagement, deeper assessment of internal talent, and more deliberate planning around critical leadership transitions. The challenge is especially acute when
Academic Career & Executive Search Recruits General Counsel for MassArt
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) has recruited Jeannie Barrett as general counsel at Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt). Jennifer Muller, managing partner, led the assignment. Ms. Barrett brings more than 25 years of legal experience in higher education, advising institutions and senior leaders on a wide range of complex legal, operational, governance, and
Lock Search Group Fills Senior Position for Emergent BioSolutions
Toronto-headquartered executive recruitment firm Lock Search Group has assisted in the recruitment of Layton Henderson as vice president and general manager of Emergent BioSolutions’ Winnipeg manufacturing facility. “We’re grateful to celebrate a successful executive placement with our valued partner, Emergent BioSolutions,” Lock Search Group said in a LinkedIn post. “Congratulations to Layton Henderson on his appointment. We’re
Options Group Expands Dubai Office
Options Group has expanded in Dubai office with the additions of Eugenio Chiappini and Ben Prickett as vice presidents. Mr. Chiappini specializes in the private equity and family offices sectors. His addition strengthens the firm’s presence in the Middle East and supports its work with alternative investment firms and private capital clients seeking senior talent. Before
Executive Search Evolves, but Relationships and Judgment Still Matter Most
Executive search is evolving as firms face growing pressure to deliver stronger talent outcomes while providing deeper advisory value to clients and candidates. The most effective search organizations are looking beyond individual assignments to build broader networks, strengthen market intelligence, and create relationships that endure across careers and leadership transitions. That shift is placing renewed
Executive Diligence Takes on Greater Role in Senior-Level Hiring
Executive search increasingly extends beyond assessing experience, leadership style, and cultural fit. For boards and investors, understanding a senior candidate’s background, reputation, and potential risk profile has become an important part of evaluating whether that individual is equipped to lead in a high-stakes environment. That has made investigative diligence a more meaningful component of senior-level
BarkerGilmore Recruits General Counsel for Stanford University
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has recruited Timothy G. Lynch as vice president and general counsel of Stanford University. He succeeds Debra Zumwalt, who announced earlier this year that she would retire after 26 years as Stanford’s vice president and general counsel. BarkerGilmore’s Sarah Sullivan, Brittney McDonough, and
Calibre One Recruits CPO and Chief Technology and Information Officer for Production Resource Group
Calibre One has placed Jennifer Caserta as chief people officer and Joe Simon as chief technology and information officer at PRG (Production Resource Group) in New York City. “We are building PRG for a bigger future, and that means investing across every part of this business: our leadership, crews, talent development, and the equipment, technology and
TRANSEARCH International Adds New Member Firm in Singapore
TRANSEARCH International has expanded in Singapore with the addition of The Executive Collective Asia as its newest member firm. Led by managing partner Angela Roche, the addition further strengths the organization’s executive search and leadership consulting capabilities across the Asia-Pacific region. “Singapore is strategically important to TRANSEARCH not only within Asia-Pacific, but to our global business,”
Beyond the Single AI Path: You Can Have It All
Executive search firms are moving beyond early experimentation with artificial intelligence and focusing more closely on how the technology can support different roles, workflows, and levels of adoption across their organizations. Rather than forcing every user into the same model, firms are increasingly looking for flexible approaches that can improve efficiency while preserving the judgment
Six Trends Driving Private Capital Hiring
Executive hiring across private capital is becoming more complex as firms rethink the leadership capabilities needed to compete in a changing investment environment. Search mandates are broadening beyond traditional dealmaking backgrounds as firms place greater value on operating expertise, technology fluency, capital formation, and experience navigating more difficult market cycles. For executive search firms serving
Shelli Herman and Associates Recruits President and CEO of Mystic Aquarium
Following an extensive national search, Los Angeles-based Shelli Herman and Associates has placed Rachel Metz as the new president and CEO of Mystic Aquarium. She will succeed Susette Tibus, who has led Mystic Aquarium since April 2023 and has been a recognized leading champion for the Aquarium for decades. “Rachel is an accomplished, thoughtful and inspiring leader whose experience
Academic Search Seeking Provost for James Madison University
Education-focused executive recruitment firm Academic Search has been selected by James Madison University to lead in its search for a new provost and senior vice president for academic affairs. Senior consultant Ann Die Hasselmo, consultant Christopher Butler, and associate consultant Kate Cusimano are leading the assignment. The school seeks an innovative and responsive leader to serve as its next provost and senior
ForceBrands Appoints Head of Executive Search
ForceBrands, a hiring and talent solutions partner for the consumer industry, has strengthened its executive search practice with the addition of Brian Waivada. He will lead the team and oversee the practice’s continued expansion. “This appointment builds on the strength and momentum of our executive search practice,” said Rob Ganjon, CEO of ForceBrands. “We’ve spent
Potential vs. Performance: Rethinking the Leadership Pipeline
Being a successful business leader has always been associated with a fast-paced management style, but today more than ever, leaders must constantly adapt and be prepared to navigate rapid change. Leadership roles across organizations of all types have become increasingly complex, requiring the ability to balance competing priorities at the same time. In this environment,
DHR Global Grows Sports Practice with Jobplex’s Acquisition of Ascension Sports Partners
Jobplex, the Chicago-based partner company of DHR Global, has acquired Ascension Sports Partners, an executive search and talent advisory firm specializing in sports, entertainment, and collegiate athletics. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Ascension founder and president Dan Rossetti joins Jobplex as a partner, working alongside DHR’s sports practice. “This acquisition marks an important expansion of
Russell Reynolds Associates Tapped by the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization to Lead CEO Search
Global leadership advisory firm Russell Reynolds Associates has been retained by the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) to lead in its search for a new president and chief executive officer. Andrew Kriegler, its inaugural president and CEO, has informed the board of directors that he will not be seeking a further term. The board has commenced the
The Moran Company Recruits CEO for The Arc of New Mexico
The Moran Company, an executive recruitment firm that specializes in the non-profit sector, has placed Tracie Fletcher as the new executive director of The Arc of New Mexico. Senior search consultant Bruce Scott led the assignment. “Tracie brings a 25-year track record of leadership in non-profit, government, and community organizations,” The Arc of New Mexico said in a
Recruiting Firms Continue to Focus on Winning New Business in 2024
In the midst of a tumultuous year and uncertain global economy, the recruiting industry in 2023 focused on maintaining revenue and margin in the face of declining job requisitions and slower conversions. As a result of these challenges, firms seem to have stalled in their digital transformation journey, according to a new report from Bullhorn. In 2020
Brigham Hill Consultancy Completes Search for SCDS
Executive search firm Brigham Hill Consultancy has recruited Bradley Lewis Weaver as head of school at Sonoma Country Day School (SCDS) in Santa Rosa, CA. Mr. Weaver most recently served as head of Upper School of Shore Country Day School in Beverly, MA. Founded in 1983, SCDS is an independent coed prep school for kindergarten
Preston| Reffett Names Head of Professional Services Practice
Preston | Reffett, LLC has added Jim Lawler to head up and build its new professional services practice based out of the firm’s Fairfax, VA office. Mr. Lawler, the former Global CHRO for Ahold, Inc., will focus the practice on organizational design, leadership coaching, succession planning, talent management, organizational alignment and increasing HR’s business impact.
Nosal Partners Promotes Partner
Executive leadership solutions firm Nosal Partners LLC has promoted John W. Morrow to partner. Mr. Morrow conducts senior-level executive search assignments on behalf of companies across a broad range of industries and leads the firm’s West Coast clean technology practice. He joined the firm in 2007 as a client partner. Prior to joining Nosal Partners,
Spencer Stuart to Lead Search for NFL Alumni Association
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been selected by the NFL Alumni Association to lead its search for an executive director. Retired NFL assistant coach Jed Hughes, who is now a senior executive at Spencer Stuart, will head the assignment. The non-profit NFLA was formed earlier this year as a partnership between two separate groups
TheLadders.co.ok Names Head of Sales
TheLadders.co.uk, a U.K. focused career site for £50K plus executives, has hired Jimmy Kyriacou as head of sales. With more than 13 years of online recruiting experience, Mr. Kyriacou previously served as a business consultant for CV-Library.co.uk and as a sales director at hcareers.co.uk. At TheLadders.co.uk, he will focus on the development of the company’s
Interview: Diversified Search Director Talks Diversity
Edie Fraser is managing director and chair of the diversity practice at Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson. She brings to her role over four decades of experience in supporting diversity at the most senior levels of corporations, organizations and government in the U.S. and globally. She is devoted to the advancement of minorities and women, and
Wilcox Miller & Nelson Opens HR Consulting Practice
Executive search firm Wilcox Miller & Nelson has created a human resources consulting practice to complement its executive and board search, leadership development, and career transition services. “Our firm continues to evolve as we pursue our company’s mission: to partner with organizations to align their people plans with their business strategies” said Diane Miller, president
Executive Leadership Solutions Adds Senior Exec Recruiter
Executive Leadership Solutions has named Hap Howeth as a senior executive recruiter. Mr. Howeth formerly served as vice president of operations for Griffin Express and as Clark Oil Company’s director of marketing. He later became CEFCO Convenience Stores’ regional store director. “His previous experience as a c-store executive and executive recruiter is a great enhancement
Glocap Search Forms Partnership with Stacy Blackman Consulting
New York-based executive search firm Glocap Search has formed a partnership with Los Angeles-based Stacy Blackman Consulting (SBC), which advises potential business school students on their application processes. The new venture is designed to enable Glocap and SBC to add value to business professionals as they transition from the workplace to school and back. “We
Korn/Ferry Recruits CEO for the Sony Ericsson WTA Tour
Korn/Ferry International has placed Stacey Allaster as chairman and chief executive officer of The Sony Ericsson WTA Tour. Ms. Allaster has been the Tour’s president since 2006. Prior to joining the Sony Ericsson WTA Tour, she served as vice president and tournament director at Tennis Canada. The Sony Ericsson WTA Tour is a leading professional
CPS Human Resources Services Selects Iscopia’s Platform
Iscopia Software (Iscopia), a Montreal-based assessment technology developer, has signed an agreement with CPS Human Resources Services (CPS), a California-based public agency providing services to the public and nonprofit sectors. Under the agreement, CPS will use Iscopia’s platform to customize and deliver employment and assessment services online while Iscopia will make CPS’ products available to
Wall Street Journal Launches Career Site for Financial Professionals
The Wall Street Journal has launched FINS.com, an online career resource targeting financial professionals and the finance market. The site covers all major financial sectors with associated jobs and news, research on companies, and daily columns offering advice and career insight. Free to users, FINS.com is a daily destination for both active job seekers and
The RightThing Partners with Alexander Mann
Global recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) provider The RightThing has partnered with Alexander Mann Solutions, a London-based RPO provider. This partnership allows clients to leverage the strengths and critical mass of top level service firms on a multi national basis. “The RightThing and Alexander Mann will offer unparalleled service, quality, innovation and customer service which will
JIRB Group Places Marketing Exec at Prudential International
David James Beed of West Hartford, CT-based executive search firm JIRB Group, LLC, has recruited James Weakley as head of marketing for Prudential International. Mr. Weakley will work out of their Newark, NJ headquarters. Prior to joining Prudential International, Mr. Weakley served as executive vice president of strategic growth for American General. He also served
iEmployee and PayrollNW Form Alliance
iEmployee, a provider of web-based, self-service, human resource management software, has formed an alliance with PayrollNW, a provider of payroll and tax preparation solutions. By integrating iEmployee’s Time and Attendance software with PayrollNW’s professional services and options, the two companies are providing customers with an end-to-end solution for automating the manual tasks associated with time
Nicholson Opens Office in Poland
Technology-focused executive search firm Nicholson (formerly Nicholson International) has opened a new office in Poland. The new office is in Poznan and will be headed by country manager Anna Wiatr. “We have been working in the Polish software market from the U.K. for a while and we have known the team in Poland for some
Alliance of Fortune 500 Companies Offers Free Job Recruitment Service
AllianceQ, a growing collaboration of Fortune 500 companies that have come together to build an exclusive recruitment network to help job seekers get connected to jobs – and to drive down their future cost of recruiting – has launched UnitedWeWork.org, a free recruitment service available to employers of all sizes and workers of all levels
Boyden Adds to Global Financial Services Practice
Boyden has appointed Gregory Coleman as a managing director in the global financial services practice in the firm’s New York office. Mr. Coleman specializes in recruiting senior executives for both domestic and international positions in commercial/retail banking, investment banking, investment/wealth management, not-for-profit, insurance and human resources. Prior to joining Boyden, Mr. Coleman was a senior
LeaderFinder Consulting Recruits CFO for AssuranceAmerica
New York-headquartered executive search firm LeaderFinder Consulting has placed John Mongelli as senior vice president and CFO at AssuranceAmerica Corporation. Mr. Mongelli previously served as vice president and corporate treasurer at ChoicePoint, Inc. “We enjoyed working with AssuranceAmerica and their senior management team on such a critical search, and are thrilled to have been able
Talent Alliance Announces New China Partnership
Talent Alliance, Inc. has executed a Letter of Intent to jointly market its TalentExchange platform in China with one of China’s leading recruitment firms, Global Talent. Through the partnership, the companies will bring together two technologies into a single offering designed to improve efficiencies in the talent acquisition process, and jointly market and promote them
Bullhorn Launches in Britain
Bullhorn, the global provider of on demand front office staffing and recruitment software, has launched in the U.K. with the securement of a contract with technical resourcing specialist Talascend, which employs 1,100 staff worldwide. Talascend has implemented Bullhorn to enable its employees to be more efficient and targeted in how they manage their database of
BlueSteps Offers Career Management Services for Executives
BlueSteps, the career management service for senior executives provided by the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC), has released a new preferred program available to outplacement firms and employers. The program is a turn-key career management service for outplaced executives, which includes a resume review, job search advice and a profile within the BlueSteps executive
Egon Zehnder Retained by Glu Mobile for CEO Search
Global executive search Egon Zehnder has been selected by Glu Mobile, Inc. to lead in its search for a new chief executive officer. Current president and CEO, Greg Ballard, has indicated his intention to transition his role with the company to new leadership. Martha Josephson of Egon Zehnder will head the assignment. Glu is a
DHR Fills Board Position for Campbell Soup Company
Executive search firm DHR International has placed William Perez on the Campbell Soup Company’s board of directors. Gayle Mattson, executive vice president and global leader, board and CEO practice/corporate director, led this search for DHR. Most recently, Mr. Perez served as CEO at Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company. “Bill Perez drove Wrigley's global strategy as chief
JobsinTheUS.com Offers HR Execs Certification Opportunity
JobsinTheUS.com (JiUS) will offer a new webinar series that will help human resources professionals acquire and maintain HRCI certification. “These Webinars offer HRCI Certified Professionals an opportunity to acquire additional accreditation and training through an extremely convenient medium,” said Jeremy Haskell, assistant director of business development at JobsInTheUS.com. “Webinars or e-seminars allow participants to interact
Doostang Partners with 85 Broads
Doostang, an online career website, has formed an alliance with 85 Broads, a community of innovative and pioneering women. “As a global network founded to enable women to achieve, excel, and meet their personal and professional goals, 85 Broads is committed to maintaining a standard of excellence at every stage of a woman’s career,” said
Canaan Ridge Offers Executive Development Program for Recruiters
Developed by leaders in executive search and corporate learning, and endorsed by global executive search consultants, Canaan Ridge – The Center for Professional Development has launched an executive development program for retained executive search consultants. Canaan Ridge’s inaugural program – headlined by Gerard R. Roche, chairman emeritus of Heidrick & Struggles – will be in
Korn Ferry Places Albany International CFO
Executive search firm Korn/Ferry International has placed Michael K. Burke as senior vice president and chief financial officer of Albany International Corp. He succeeds Michael C. Nahl, who is retiring after 27 years with the company. Mr. Burke previously served as executive vice president and chief financial officer of Intermagnetics General Corp., a manufacturer of
Interview: Top DHR Recruiter Sees Business Returning … Slowly
Colleen Hulce serves as executive vice president and managing director of DHR International in Los Angeles. In this capacity, Ms. Hulce also serves as global leader of DHR's chief financial officer practice. Since joining the firm in 2005, Ms. Hulce has worked on numerous CFO searches and the direct reports to the CFO including VP
TwitterJobSearch.com Adds Video CV Support
TweetMyJOBS, a real-time job search engine, has added support for Video CVs to its product. This enables job seekers to attach a video CV to job offers that have been posted to Twitter. “Recruiters are now faced with the challenge of having to quickly evaluate multiple candidates, and video can help in these assessments,” said
MTV Selects StepStone’s E-Recruitment Solution
StepStone, a London-based provider of human capital management solutions, has been selected by MTV Networks for use of its e-recruitment solution to drive online recruitment across its business, reduce time to hire and cut recruitment costs. MTV joins other media businesses, including Channel 4, RTL and Bertelsmann, that have implemented StepStone solutions to streamline their
