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Nexus Search Partners Recruits Chief Revenue Officer for Mobile Communications America
Nexus Search Partners, an executive search and advisory firm in Charlotte, NC, has placed Jonathan Nikols as chief revenue officer at Mobile Communications America (MCA) in Spartanburg, SC. “We’re thrilled to welcome Jonathan to the MCA executive team,” said Vince Foody, CEO of MCA. “His deep experience leading integrated revenue functions and scaling high-performing commercial organizations makes him
Summit Search Group Places Executive Director for Resource Assistance for Youth
Ontario-headquartered executive recruiting firm Summit Search Group has assisted in the recruitment of Kate Sjoberg as executive director of Resource Assistance for Youth (RaY). This executive search was conducted as part of Summit’s 2025 Pro Bono Search Initiative, an annual program dedicated to supporting leadership transitions in Manitoba’s non-profit sector. “We’re pleased to announce the
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.
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
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?
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
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
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
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,
Yoh Appoints New President
Yoh, a provider of talent and outsourcing services, has appointed Lori Schultz as president. Yoh’s current president, Bill Yoh, will become chief customer officer for Day & Zimmermann, the parent company of Yoh; he will also become chairman of Yoh. Ms. Schultz comes to Yoh with 23 years of leadership experience in the staffing and
HireRight Unveils New Global Capabilities
HireRight, a global provider of on-demand employment screening solutions, will now offer international screening capabilities through a single, on-demand screening management solution through HireRight Enterprise. HireRight Enterprise helps large employers with employment screening by providing a solution for managing a global screening program across more than 200 countries and territories while delivering a local experience
Nosal Partners Recruits COO for Holiday Retirement Corp
Executive leadership solutions firm Nosal Partners LLC has placed Stanley D. Brown as chief operating officer of Holiday Retirement Corporation. Mr. Brown was previously president of RockResorts and Vail Resorts Hospitality. The search was conducted by David Nosal, chairman and CEO, and Paula Elmore, senior partner at Nosal Partners. Holiday Retirement Corporation is a provider
Cornerstone International Group Launches Turnaround Division
Executive search firm Cornerstone International Group has launched a turnaround division, headed by Richard S. Stevens. Cornerstone’s turnaround division is designed to help client companies reverse downward business results and will offer a suite of services to help rebuild endangered companies. Mr. Stevens is chairman of Recreational Advisors International, chairman of the LA Express football
Allen Austin Global Executive Search Adds Asia Pacific Partner
Allen Austin Global Executive Search has appointed Kim Sim as a partner in the firm’s Asia Pacific region. Mr. Sim has over nine years experience in executive search, previously serving as senior vice president with DHR International, based in Hong Kong; he also served as vice president at Ken Clark International, where he was based
Jobscience Unveils New Recruiting Technology
Recruitment solutions provider Jobscience has released iFind, an application for strategic and social recruitment, leveraging multiple cloud computing ecosystems, including Amazon, salesforce.com, and Google Apps to bring search and communication tools to recruiters’ desktops and smartphones. “With the mobile technology of iFind, recruiters are never far from their valuable, indexed, searchable database of talent,” said
The Albany Group Establishes Presence in China
Workforce management company The Albany Group has established a presence in China. With the move, Albany has acquired a Human Resource Management and Deployment license, which enables it to render its services compliantly within the country. “Our new presence in Shanghai provides Albany a strategic position within China’s contingent labor market,” said Harry Loh, regional
Korn Ferry Names Head of EMEA
Executive search firm Korn/Ferry International has appointed Bernard S. Zen-Ruffinen as president of its EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa) region. Based out of Korn/Ferry's Zurich office, Mr. Zen-Ruffinen will oversee the firm's EMEA operations and report to CEO Gary Burnison. He joins Korn/Ferry after more than nine years at Heidrick & Struggles, where he was
HR Departments Feeling Economic Impact
Over 78 percent of human resource departments have been impacted by the current economic climate, with 53 percent implementing wage freezes and 52 percent undergoing layoffs during the past year, according to Salary.com’s most recent economic impact survey of over 400 clients. Early indications suggest that approved merit increases for 2009 will be approximately 1.5
Russell Reynolds Associates Leads John Hopkins University Search
Russell Reynolds Associates has been retained by John Hopkins University to assist in its search for a new provost and senior vice president for academic affairs. The search committee has been asked to undertake a broad search to identify a dynamic academic leader and distinguished scholar as the next provost. Ilene Nagel of Russell Reynolds
IRC Recruitment Adds New Member Firm in Canada
IRC Recruitment, a global alliance of executive search and recruitment services firms, has added The Executive Network based in Victoria, Canada as a new member firm. Over the past 24 years, The Executive Network has conducted executive and senior management searches in the local, regional, national, and international arenas. “In the 21st century every business
Dillstone Systems Releases FILEFINDER 9 in Spanish
Dillistone Systems, the global supplier of software for Executive Recruiters, has released its FILEFINDER 9 software in Spanish. FILEFINDER software is a database, project management and CRM system used both by executive search firms and in-house talent acquisition and sourcing teams in 56 countries. “Being a global company, we are aware of the importance for
Amrop Hever Group Elects Chairman
Global executive search firm The Amrop Hever Group has elected Ulrich Dade from its German office as its chairman. With over 20 years experience in the executive search industry, Mr. Dade is a recognized executive recruiter who has a long track record of conducting senior level assignments for major client organizations, buyers of executive search
Recruiting Levels Remain Unchanged in Q3
Most employers expect their staff levels to remain the same as recruiting patterns hold steady and job losses trend downward, according to CareerBuilder and USA TODAY‘s Q3 2009 Job Forecast. The survey was conducted by Harris Interactive from May 22 through June 10, 2009 among more than 2,600 hiring managers and HR professionals. Sixty-four percent
Spencer Stuart Retained by CDW
Executive search firm Spencer Stuart has been selected by CDW to lead in its search for a new senior-level executive who will report directly to chief executive officer John Edwardson with the possibility to eventually succeed him, according to multiple sources. Search consultant Jim Buckley will head the assignment. Based in Vernon Hills, IL, CDW
Parker Executive Search to lead CEO Search for Tournament of Roses
Parker Executive Search has been retained by the Tournament of Roses to lead in its search for a new chief executive. Current CEO, Mitch Dorger, recently announced his retirement; he has been chief executive since 2000. The Tournament of Roses organizes and provides year-round support and marketing for the internationally recognized Rose Parade, the Rose
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
