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Harvey Nash Appoints CEO
Global recruitment firm Harvey Nash has named Simon Crichton as CEO. “Simon’s appointment represents a natural evolution in our leadership structure as we enter an exciting new phase of growth,” said Bev White, who will transition from CEO to executive chair of Nash Squared, overseeing both Harvey Nash and Crimson businesses. “His proven track record of driving
The Conference Board Highlights a Strategic Slowdown in Hiring
The Conference Board’s August Human Capital report makes clear that CHROs are taking a more cautious, measured approach to workforce strategy. As Diana Scott, leader of The Conference Board US Human Capital Center, explained: “CHROs are taking a more thoughtful, steady approach as economic and policy uncertainty lingers. This slowdown in hiring isn’t about losing confidence—it’s
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 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
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?
True Establishes Dedicated Private Credit Practice
Global executive talent platform True has launched a dedicated private credit practice, led by Rick Bank, managing director and head of the private credit and private equity practices. The launch comes as private credit enters a significant credit cycle, with 67 percent of portfolio managers citing greater competition and 64 percent citing defaults and credit losses as
Inside the Decisions That Shape Hiring and Careers
Hiring and leadership decisions continue to play an increasingly important role in shaping both individual careers and organizational performance. As companies navigate tighter talent markets, rapid technological change, and evolving expectations around leadership, greater attention is being placed on how executives identify high performers, assess potential, and make decisions about who is ready for greater
ON Partners Recruits Board Members for Artisan Industries
Partners Seth Harris and Shawn Oglesbee of ON Partners have assisted in the recruitment of Stephen S. Schwartz and Gary A. Doyon as new members of the board of directors of Artisan Industries. The addition of two independent directors strengthens the company’s governance and strategic leadership, as Artisan expands its core technologies into high-growth markets, including specialty chemicals, PFAS removal, drug
Reffett Associates Seeking Vice President of Development for the Army Historical Foundation
WA-based Reffett Associates was recently retained by the Army Historical Foundation to recruit its next vice president of development. The Army Historical Foundation is the non-profit organization that supports the National Museum of the United States Army, which honors the service and sacrifice of American soldiers throughout the Army’s history. The vice president of development will play
DHR Global Expands Middle East and Africa Presence
Talent advisory firm DHR Global has expanded with the addition of Michael Patrick Okumu-Ringa as managing partner, Middle East and Africa. Based in Dubai, he will lead the expansion of DHR’s regional business, building its team and strengthening its executive search and leadership advisory capabilities while connecting regional clients with international talent in partnership with DHR’s London office. “The
Talentfoot Grows HR Practice
Talentfoot Executive Search has expanded with the addition of Gabe Peacock as associate partner, helping drive the continued growth of the firm’s human resources practice. “With Gabe joining the team, Talentfoot is continuing to expand our ability to support clients in finding HR leaders who can solve complex people challenges, strengthen culture, scale people operations,
Artico Search Founders Reflect on Five Years of Growth and Lessons Learned
Five years after its founding, Artico Search has grown from a two-person venture into a boutique executive search firm serving venture capital, private equity-backed, and publicly traded companies. Founded in 2021 by Mercedes Chatfield-Taylor, CEO and co-founder, and Matt Comyns, president and co-founder, the firm has built its business around emerging technology, with particular depth
Caldwell Sells IQTalent Partners to WinMil for $4.7 Million
Toronto-based Caldwell has completed the sale of substantially all of the net operating assets of its wholly owned subsidiary, IQTalent Partners, Inc., to WinMil, Inc. WinMil will continue to operate the business under the IQTalent name and brand. In 2020, Caldwell acquired IQTalent to broaden its service offerings into technology-enabled recruiting solutions at the professional level.
WittKieffer Selected by Park University for President Search
Oak Brook, IL-based WittKieffer has been retained by Park University to lead in its search for a new president. Consultant Alejandra Gillette-Teran, principal Melody Rose and associate Sarah Seavey are spearheading the assignment for the search firm. Reporting to an engaged board of trustees, the president will be expected to grow the University into the future. The president provides leadership in
NPAG Leading Executive Director Search for SEAL
Executive search firm NPAG was recently retained by SEAL (Sobrato Early Academic Language) to lead in its search for a new executive director. Allison Kupfer Poteet, managing partner, is leading the search along with Alejandra Villa, managing associate. The organization seeks a strong enterprise leader with strategic and financial acumen, experience leading through change, and genuine credibility
August Leadership Appoints Senior Advisor in Tokyo
August Leadership has named Paul Dupuis as senior advisor in Tokyo. “We are delighted to have Paul join August Leadership,” the firm said in a LinkedIn post. “His experience will add significant depth as we aim to strengthen our presence and relationships in Japan, alongside our broader APAC capabilities.” With more than 30 years of leadership
C-Suite Volatility Reshapes Talent Market, Creating Expanding Role for Search Firms
Crist|Kolder Associates’ latest 2026 Mid-Year Volatility Report provides a detailed look at leadership trends across 665 Fortune 500 and S&P 500 companies. Tracking executive changes through July 31, the research examines CEO, CFO, and COO turnover, career paths, diversity, and the emergence of new leadership positions as organizations adapt to an increasingly complex business environment.
The McCormick Group Completes Searches for Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies
The McCormick Group, an Arlington, VA-based executive recruitment firm, has assisted in the recruitment of Rodney Whitlock, Debbie Curtis, Katie Waldo, and Maddie News to the federal health policy practice of Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies, the bipartisan government relations and communications affiliate of international law firm Cozen O’Connor. The search was led by principal David
Krauthamer & Associates Selected by Regional Transportation District for CEO Search
Krauthamer & Associates (K&A) has been retained by the Regional Transportation District (RTD) in Denver, CO, to lead in its search for a new CEO. “RTD seeks a CEO who can continue strengthening the agency’s fiscal foundation, drive long‑range funding solutions, and guide RTD through budget challenges while advancing innovation, equity, transit service delivery and the
BrainWorks Grows Legal Practice
Warren, NJ-based executive search firm BrainWorks has named Rachel Chandler as director of legal recruitment. “With nearly two decades of experience spanning law, legal recruitment, and business development, Rachel brings an exceptional depth of expertise and a unique perspective to our team,” Brainworks said in a LinkedIn post. “From practicing corporate law to leading legal recruiting teams,
Boyden Forms Alliance with South African firm Tuesday Consulting
Boyden has formed a partnership with South African firm Tuesday Consulting, an executive search and advisory firm helping clients drive growth through sustainable human capital resourcing practices. The partnership will be led by seasoned industry executives Wendy Spalding and Tsholofelo Nketane, along with a team of nine professionals from Tuesday Consulting. “Partnering with Tuesday Consulting represents an
Leadership in Uncertain Times: How Executives Adapt
Leadership has always required navigating change, but today’s executives operate in an environment where geopolitical developments, economic uncertainty, and evolving market expectations can quickly reshape business priorities. This places renewed attention on how leaders set direction, strengthen organizational resilience and prepare their businesses for an uncertain future. According to the latest Kestria Global Leadership Barometer, geopolitical
Excel Search & Advisory Leading Search for Next WNBA Commissioner
The WNBA has begun the search for its next commissioner as the league prepares for a leadership transition at the end of the year. The NBA has retained Excel Search & Advisory, formerly Nolan Partners, to identify a successor to Cathy Engelbert, according to The Athletic. The assignment comes as the league continues to experience
Bryant Group Fills Senior Position for Wabash College
Dallas-based executive search and talent development firm Bryant Group has placed Tyler J. Wade as dean for enrollment management at Wabash College. Mr. Wade, a 2012 Wabash graduate, has served as interim dean since June. This follows a nationwide search led by the firm’s president Chris Bingley. “One of the things that made him stand out in the field
Leathwaite Continues Partnership with St Marylebone School
London-based executive search firm Leathwaite is continuing its long-standing partnership with St Marylebone School in London, supporting students as they prepare for the next stages of their academic and professional journeys. The firm said the program is part of its community engagement efforts and reflects its commitment to social mobility and widening access to opportunity. St
Hunt Scanlon Media and Simsola AI Launch Survey on the Last Mile of Executive Search
Executive search firms are under growing pressure to bring greater consistency and transparency to how finalists are evaluated and recommendations are made. As AI and new technology move deeper into the search process, firms are also rethinking how interview feedback is captured, how candidates are compared, and where experienced consultant judgment should carry the most
Investigative Diligence Moves Earlier in Executive Search
Executive hiring decisions increasingly carry reputational, financial, and governance consequences that extend well beyond a candidate’s resume. As a result, boards, investors, and search committees are placing greater emphasis on understanding the broader context behind an executive’s track record before making a final decision. That shift is giving investigative diligence a more prominent role in
Carpenter Legal Search Recruits General Counsel for Spirax Group’s Electric Thermal Solutions Division
Carpenter Legal Search, Inc. has recruited Matthew Simonds as general counsel of the Electric Thermal Solutions (ETS) division of Spirax Group, a global industrial engineering company. “Matt stood out throughout the search process because of his combination of legal sophistication, strong business judgment, and ability to serve as a true strategic partner to leadership,” said Lori Carpenter,
Kincannon & Reed Assists Stokes Seeds with Chief Commercial Officer Search
Kincannon & Reed (K&R), which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has helped to recruit Andy Paston as chief commercial officer of Stokes Seeds, a leading North American supplier of vegetable seed serving commercial growers across the United States and Canada. “Andy brings a strong combination of agricultural expertise and commercial leadership,”
Chartwell Partners Recruits President and CEO for Eagle Bancorp
Dallas, TX-based executive search firm Chartwell Partners has assisted in the recruitment of Stephen Curley as president and chief executive officer of Eagle Bancorp, Inc., the Bethesda-based holding company for EagleBank, one of the largest community banks in the Washington, D.C. area. The appointment followed an extensive board evaluation and search of internal and external candidates.
The Critical Role of Interim Executives
In the dynamic landscape of today’s business world, companies often face unexpected challenges that demand swift and effective solutions. One such solution gaining prominence is interim management, according to a recent report from SpenglerFox. The global search firm delves into the pivotal role that interim management plays in times of crisis in transforming businesses, especially
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
Stanton Chase Promotes North American Practice Leader
Executive search firm Stanton Chase International has named David M. Love as its North American leader of its consumer products and services, retail and hospitality practices. Mr. Love has more than 25 years experience in executive search in the consumer products, retail and hospitality arenas as well as in the industrial sector. He has also
LatPro and eQuest Form Job Posting Partnership
LatPro, a Hispanic and bilingual-focused job board, has formed a job posting agreement with eQuest, a global provider of job posting and Internet recruitment management services. The agreement will effectively waive all delivery fees to eQuest customers who post jobs to LatPro’s two diversity career sites – LatPro and DiversityJobs.com. “LatPro continually seeks out new
Accolo Adds VP of Sales and Marketing
Accolo, a provider of on-demand recruiting software and services, has appointed Ray Rike as vice president of sales and marketing. Mr. Rike brings over 20 years of experience spanning enterprise software and SaaS solutions. Prior to Accolo, he was the senior vice president of sales and business development for Accruent. He also developed and led
Global Sage Names Financial Services Practice Head
Global Sage has named Richard Stein as head of its financial services practice across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Africa. He will be based in the firm’s New York office. Mr. Stein previously worked as senior client partner for capital markets at Korn/Ferry International. He has experience working with CEOs at the senior
Preng & Associates to Lead CEO Search for Hyperdynamics
Houston-based executive search firm Preng & Associates has been selected by Hyperdynamics Corporation to lead in its search for a new chief financial officer. Former CFO Sarah Berel-Harrop resigned on June 30 to pursue other opportunities. Hyperdynamics Corporation provides energy for the future by exploring and producing sources of energy worldwide. Founded in 1980 and
AltoPartners Elects New Chairman
AltoPartners, an international network of independent search firms, has elected Jean-Philippe Saint-Geours of executive search firm Leaders Trust International as its new chairman. Mr. Saint-Geours takes over for Albert Froom, who will focus on banking, financial services and insurance. His executive practice encompasses a wide variety of engagements in general management (CEO, COO, CFO, communications,
