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Prestige Scientific Names VP of Executive Search
Prestige Scientific, an executive search firm serving the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors, recently added Jennifer Price as vice president of executive search. “We are thrilled to welcome Jennifer Price to the Prestige Scientific team,” said Stephen Provost, managing director and co-founder at Prestige Scientific. “Jennifer’s leadership, deep functional expertise, and strong relationship-driven mindset make her an exceptional
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
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
Why High-Performing Executives Don’t Always Operate as High-Performing Teams
It might sound counterintuitive, but a group made up of individual high performers does not always translate to a high-performing team. The fact that these professionals excel at their primary jobs doesn’t automatically mean they will work cohesively and effectively as a team, a new report from Odgers Berndtson explains. A poorly functioning team is
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
Isaacson, Miller Places Dean at American University
Isaacson, Miller has placed Dr. Peter Starr as dean of The College of Arts and Sciences at American University. Dr. Starr will begin his new role on July 1. Dr. Starr is currently a professor of French and comparative literature in the College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences at the University of Southern California (USC),
HRsmart Appoints Patrick Aulson as Chief Administrative Officer
Richardson, TX-based HRsmart, a global talent management software company, has promoted Patrick Aulson to chief administrative officer. He was previously the executive vice president of corporate development for the company. In his new role, Mr. Aulson will be responsible for HRsmart’s human resources, finance, contracts and procurement departments. He will continue to manage strategic planning
Morgan Samuels Company Announces Two New Products
Morgan Samuels Company, a Los Angeles-headquartered management consulting firm specializing in executive recruitment, has added new services in organizational planning & analysis and compensation consulting. The new services will assist clients in evaluating their current organizational structures and aligning them with their company’s goals and future organizational direction. Morgan Samuels’ compensation consulting service will provide
Interview: Options Group CEO Sees Opportunity on Wall Street
Michael Karp is chief executive and one of the founding partners of Options Group, a New York-based financial services and information technology executive recruiting firm. Mr. Karp has broad expertise in all areas of the global financial markets business, including sales and trading, structured finance, principal investment, research and technology. He is regularly quoted in
CTPartners Fills Board Post for Tollgrade Communications
CTPartners has placed Edward H. Kennedy as a board director at Tollgrade Communications, Inc. Currently, Mr. Kennedy is president, chairman and CEO of Rivulet Communications, a medical video networking company. He formerly served as the CEO, president and co-founder of Ocular Networks, a provider of next generation optical networking technologies, which was acquired by Tellabs,
Heidrick & Struggles and Marsh & McLennan Companies Partner on Diversity Initiative
Marsh & McLennan Companies Inc. (MMC) and Chicago-based executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International will partner on a diversity recruitment initiative designed to help attract a broader and more diverse talent pool to MMC. Under the agreement, Heidrick will manage the new partnership and give at least 10 percent of its work for MMC
Stephen Bradford Search Expands Into Management Consulting
Marketing communications executive recruiter Stephen-Bradford Search has formed a partnership with management consultant Heggen Group. Heggen Group founder and president, Jayne Heggen, becomes managing director of Stephen Bradford Search’s new office in San Francisco. Heggen Group has worked with more than 30 leading agencies and brands including Digitas, Wunderman, WPP, Microsoft, American Express, and H-P.
IRC Adds Austrailia-Based The Insight Group
IRC Recruitment, a global alliance of executive search and recruitment services firms, has added Austrailia-based search firm The Insight Group as its newest member. With offices in Sydney and Melbourne, The Insight Group was founded in 1994, building a client base across a broad range of leading local and international organizations. “After having grown significantly
Softscape Releases Latest People Management Software
Softscape, a global provider of people management software, has released the latest version of its Softscape Apex software, an HR platform that helps increase global talent visibility and manage the employee lifecycle. New advancements span every suite within the platform, including hiring and recruiting, performance management, compensation management, incentive management, succession and talent planning, 360
Russell Reynolds Recruits President for Ridgewood Energy
Executive search firm Russell Reynolds Associates has placed Kenneth W. Lang as president and chief operating officer of Ridgewood Energy. Mr. Lang previously served as senior vice president for BP's (British Petroleum) entire Gulf of Mexico business. Ridgewood Energy is an energy private equity firm with a 23-year history of partnering directly in major Gulf
Boyden Announces Detroit Reorganization
Boyden has announced that it will support its Michigan operations with the resources from its New York office, one of the firm’s largest offices in North America. Damian Zikakis, who joined Boyden in 2003, will provide continuity in serving this critical market, and be based in Detroit. Additionally, Dennis Sullivan, former head of Boyden Detroit
America’s Job Exchange and CollegeRecruiter.com Form Alliance
America’s Job Exchange (AJE), a provider of job search and online recruiting solutions, has formed a partnership with CollegeRecruiter.com, a job board for college students searching for internships and recent graduates looking for career opportunities. AJE also launched a new ‘College Center’ specifically providing career-related services and tools to recent college graduates. Visitors to AJE’s
Broadbean Technology Signs Deal with Manpower
Broadbean Technology has signed a five year agreement to become the worldwide supplier of Manpower‘s online job advert distribution and response tracking technology. Broadbean’s technology platform will support multiple Manpower global brands and business lines, including Manpower, Manpower Professional, Manpower Business Solutions and Elan. Manpower benefits will include increased efficiency and speed for its workforce,
The Onstott Group Names VP
Executive search firm The Onstott Group has added Dave Matheson as vice president. Mr. Matheson has over 25 years in technology sales and start-up management. He has been a strategic advisor in the fields of engineering, robotics, software and higher education. “We are pleased to welcome Dave to the firm and are excited at the
Salary.com Launches Enhanced HR/Payroll Solutions
Salary.com, Inc., a provider of on-demand compensation, payroll and talent management solutions, has begun the national rollout of its new on-demand HR/Payroll offerings. Salary.com’s HR/Payroll solutions provide an integrated application for businesses with disparate HR, payroll and benefits solutions. Salary.com offers businesses of all sizes a set of HR, payroll and benefits administration software solutions
Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson Adds to Life Sciences Practice
Diversified Search Odgers Berndtson has added Henry J. Scherck as managing director and head of its life sciences practice. With 20 years of search experience in general management, strategy development, marketing & sales leadership and consulting services, Mr. Scherck has recruited senior executives in the pharmaceutical, biotech and device industries for a range of positions
Corporate Compliance Insights Created by Conselium
Conselium, an executive search firm with a specialty in ethics and compliance, has introduced Corporate Compliance Insights (CCI), a global online forum and job board for corporate governance, compliance, risk management and business ethics. Created to be an informative knowledge-sharing platform, Corporate Compliance Insights’ mission is to educate and encourage interaction among members of the
NAER Elects New Chair
The National Association of Executive Recruiters (NAER) has named Kaarla McKenzie, president of Tampa-based Source Executive Search|Consulting, Inc., as the new chair of its global board of directors. She will replace Deborah Hall-Kayler of Hall & Associates, Ltd., in what will be a one-year term. Ms. McKenzie began her recruiting career in 1994, initially geared
Lonergan Partners Recruits CTO for Tessera
Executive search firm Lonergan Partners has placed Robert Yung as executive vice president and chief technical officer of Tessera. This search was led by partners Dotty Schaffer and Mark Lonergan. Mr. Yung joins Tessera from PMC Sierra, a provider of broadband communications and storage semiconductors, which he joined in 2005, as vice president and CTO.
Recruiters Bullish on Second Half of 2009
Sixty-four percent of executive recruiters hold a neutral to positive outlook for the search industry for the second half of 2009, according to the recent Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC)’s global survey. “Following a crisis of this severity a neutral to positive outlook from AESC firms is most encouraging,” said AESC president Peter Felix.
eQuest and TweetMyJOBS Form Alliance
eQuest, a global provider of job posting and Internet recruitment management services, has partnered with TweetMyJOBS, a Twitter job board, to allow eQuest users unlimited job posting to the new career site. TweetMyJOBS job seekers subscribe to “job channels” for the cities and job types in which they have an interest. Instantly they can begin
Korn Ferry Leads CEO Search for ManTech
ManTech International Corporation has retained executive search firm Korn/Ferry International to lead its search for a new president. Robert A. Coleman, who served as president of ManTech since September 2004, has completed his transition to a consulting role for the company. George J. Pedersen, the company's co-founder, chairman and CEO, has assumed the additional position
Nosal Partners Recruites CEO For Asteres
Executive leadership solutions firm Nosal Partners LLC has placed Mark de Bruin as chief executive officer for Asteres Inc. Mr. de Bruin was previously senior vice president and president of pharmacy at Sears Holdings Corporation in Hoffman Estates, IL. The search was conducted by Susan Oliver, a partner at Nosal Partners. Asteres develops secure self-service
Monster European Index Shows Record Drop
The Monster Employment Index Europe, a monthly analysis of millions of online job opportunities culled from a large, representative selection of corporate career sites and job boards across Europe, fell 62 points (37 percent) year-on-year, the sharpest annual drop on record. The annual pace of slowdown had improved slightly in April after 13 months of
