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Beecher Reagan Adds Partner
Houston, TX-headquartered executive search firm Beecher Reagan has expanded with the addition of Raj Kapoor as a partner. “Join us in welcoming Raj Kapoor as a partner at Beecher Reagan,” the firm said in a LinkedIn post. “With more than 25 years of recruitment experience—including 19 years in retained executive search—Raj specializes in placing partners, managing directors, and
The Rise of Authentic Leadership
For years, professionals have felt compelled to separate their “work selves” from their “personal selves” in order to conform to strict corporate norms. But that’s beginning to change. Today, authentic leadership is what drives organizations to thrive, inspire, and retain great talent. It’s about authenticity and showing up as your true self, not just focusing
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.
Bespoke Partners Launches AI Leadership Benchmarks for PE-Backed Software and SaaS
Bespoke Partners has released its AI Leadership Benchmarking Guide for measuring AI deployment progress in software and SaaS company leadership for the private equity industry. “Panic drove the SaaSpocalypse fear that AI will kill software, but the transformation of software and SaaS using AI has been under way for years,” said Eric Walczykowski, CEO of
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?
Search Leaders Have Mastered Prompting. Now They Want AI that Works for Them
As artificial intelligence becomes more deeply embedded in executive search, firms are moving beyond basic adoption to determine how the technology can deliver measurable business value. The focus is increasingly shifting toward improving productivity, strengthening client relationships, and giving recruiters more time to concentrate on high-value activities. But realizing those benefits will require more than
TurnkeyZRG Leading Athletic Director Search for the University of Michigan
The University of Michigan is launching a national search for its next athletic director, with president-elect C. Cybele Raver leading the process in partnership with current president Domenico Grasso. The school has retained TurnkeyZRG to lead the assignment. The university is seeking a leader of unquestioned integrity who will take a fresh, comprehensive look at Michigan
Lock Search Group Leading Efforts to Recruit CEO for Atlas Sign & Awning
Toronto-headquartered executive recruitment firm Lock Search Group was retained by Atlas Sign & Awning to find its next CEO. Recruitment consultant, partner Cameron Lappin is leading the assignment. Reporting directly to the CEO of the holding company, the appointed CEO for Atlas Sign & Awning will provide strategic and operational leadership across all facets of the business,
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
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
Keys for First-Turn Portfolio Companies Using Executive Search Firms
For first-turn portfolio companies—companies that are typically founder-led and partnering with a private equity firm for the first time—the experience of working with an executive search firm often varies. Founders are often new to partnering with search firms, as they have mostly hired through their networks. While PE firms want to hire world-class talent and
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
Buffkin Group Retained by Dynamic Physical Therapy
Executive search firm The Buffkin Group has been selected by Dynamic Physical Therapy to lead in its search for a new chief operating officer. Brian T. Kelley in the firm’s Stamford office will lead the search. The Buffkin Group is a national executive search and consulting firm offering services in executive search, executive coaching, management
Nosal Partners Forms Alliance with Farient Advisors
Executive leadership solutions firm Nosal Partners LLC has formed a strategic alliance with Farient Advisors LLC, an executive compensation and performance advisory firm. With offices in Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco, Farient Advisors provides advice on executive compensation and performance, with a focus on developing, monitoring, and maintaining strong linkages between business strategy,
Berglass + Associates Expands Star Search Into E-Commerce
Berglass + Associates, an executive search firm that specializes in the retail and consumer goods industries, has expanded its star search program into the e-commerce channel. The new service is designed to find leadership talent to meet the demands of the rapidly changing online marketplace. The extended Star Search platform will provide ongoing introductions between
Epsen Fuller/IMD International to Lead Search for Mitsubishi Pharma America
Mitsubishi Pharma America, Inc. (MPA) recently tapped executive search firm Epsen Fuller/IMD International Search Group to identify two key executives for their U.S. headquarters in Warren, NJ. Both positions will be based in New Jersey and will report to the executive director, clinical research and safety. The senior medical director, therapeutic area head – nephrology
WANTED Technologies Launches “Gazelles” Report
WANTED Technologies has launched the WANTED Gazelles report, a weekly alert of companies that show a dramatic increase in online job ad postings beyond their normal range of hiring activity. The Gazelles report is a time-sensitive list of companies within a defined market that constitute the very highest probability buyers of recruitment advertising and recruiting
Salary.com Adds to Board of Directors
Salary.com, Inc., a provider of on-demand compensation, payroll and talent management solutions, has appointed William C. Martin to its board of directors. Mr. Martin is currently chairman and chief investment officer of Raging Capital Management, LLC, a private investment partnership based in Princeton. He is also the co-founder and principal of Indie Research, LLC and
DHR Names EVP in Singapore Office
Executive search firm DHR International has appointed Sandeep Karogal as executive vice president, based out of the firm’s Singapore office. Mr. Karogal has successfully led searches for various leadership roles with multinational corporations spread across different geographies in Asia Pacific, the Middle East, South Africa and Europe. Prior to joining DHR, he served as the
