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CJPI Assists the British Airline Pilots’ Association with the Recruitment of New General Secretary
U.K.-based executive search firm CJPI has assisted in the recruitment of Amy Leversidge as the new general secretary of the British Airline Pilots’ Association (BALPA). She was nominated by the National Executive Council (NEC) after an extensive and exhaustive recruitment process. Ms. Leversidge, who will take up her post on January 8 will be the
Pearl Street Collective Recruits Chief Development Officer for Treehouse
Boston-based executive search firm Pearl Street Collective has assisted in the recruitment of Laura Perez Hamilton as chief development officer of Treehouse, a Seattle, WA-based non-profit focused on the specific educational needs of youth in foster care. Ms. Perez Hamilton brings over 20 years of advancement and development leadership including major gift fundraising experience to her
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.
Florida Health Justice Project Retains Charity Search Group to Find New Leader
Charity Search Group was recently called in by Florida Health Justice Project to lead in its search for a new executive director. Vice president of executive search Pascale Hughes is leading the assignment. The executive director position at the Florida Health Justice Project presents an exceptional opportunity for a visionary leader passionate about advancing health
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?
ECI Group Adds New Member Firm in India
Executive search consultants are experiencing a rise in hiring mandates globally. In response, they are expanding their capabilities by launching new practice areas, bringing on additional recruiters, and establishing offices in new markets. At the same time, global recruiting consortiums are capitalizing on renewed growth in specific regions. ECI Group, a global network of independent
The Great CEO Exodus… Continues
Rank-and-file workers and many top executives have looked at the current job market and decided to stay. But one group isn’t sticking around—and it happens to be the people holding the highest job, according to a new report from Korn Ferry. According to a recent estimate, some 222 CEOs left their roles in January, the
Shelli Herman and Associates Tapped by Omaha Children’s Museum to Find New Leader
Los Angeles-based Shelli Herman and Associates has been retained by Omaha Children’s Museum (OCM) to lead in its search for a new CEO. In this moment of promise and potential, Omaha Children’s Museum seeks a CEO to provide strategic and visionary leadership as the organization builds its future. The CEO is accountable for creating optimal conditions for fundraising
CarterBaldwin Assists Grove City College with Finding its 10th President
CarterBaldwin Executive Search has assisted in the recruitment of Bradley J. Lingo as the 10th president of Grove City College. He will assume leadership of the college upon the retirement of Paul J. McNulty, an alumnus of the college who served since 2014 as the school’s ninth president. The assignment was led by founding partner and
Bay Street Advisors Grows Private Markets and Investment Banking Practice
Executive recruitment firm Bay Street Advisors has expanded with the addition of Sloan Warren as vice president in the private markets and investment banking practice. In this role, Ms. Warren will focus on expanding the firm’s private markets practice, leveraging her industry expertise and deep network to support clients in identifying and attracting senior talent. Ms. Warren’s
Odgers Berndtson Canada Appoints CEO
Odgers Berndtson Canada has appointed Brad Beveridge as chief executive officer. The appointment follows a four-year period during which Mr. Beveridge served as president and led the firm’s transition from an executive search firm to an integrated leadership advisory firm. In addition to his CEO responsibilities, he will continue to serve on Odgers Berndtson’s global and
Creating a Purpose-Driven Culture
Culture can often feel elusive—something we all sense but find difficult to define. However, it plays a crucial role in shaping how organizations operate and thrive, according to a recent report from TalentRise’s Kristen Fox. “We create culture through the thoughtful intersection of mission, vision, and values. By delving into cultural design, we can gain clarity on
Bryant Group Leading CHRO Search for Boise State University
A number of universities have recently turned to search firms to find new chief human resources officers. Dallas-based executive search and talent development firm Bryant Group was recently retained by Boise State University to lead in its search for a new chief human resources officer. Sarah Hempen, vice president of search, is leading the assignment. “Boise State University
Herbert Mines Recruits Chief Merchandising Officer for Guitar Center
Chief merchandising officers oversee their company’s buying activities and develop strategies to make the most informed purchasing plans. These C-suite executives make purchasing decisions for a company, including determining product availability, demand, market trends and pricing. They typically manage a team of purchasing or merchandising staff. Chief merchandising officers also implement merchandising plans. New York-based retail
The Energists Creates New Recruitment Service for the Energy Sector
Houston-based The Energists has launched Tall Trees Talent, a contingent recruitment service designed to address the evolving needs of the energy sector. The services was designed to exemplify The Energists’ commitment to offering comprehensive hiring solutions, complementing the firm’s executive search capabilities. “Tall Trees Talent reflects our dedication to meeting the dynamic challenges of the
Landing Point Launches Division Dedicated to Guiding Early-Stage Founders in Talent Acquisition
One of the biggest challenges early-stage founders face is attracting top talent. New York City-based executive search Landing Point has launched founder services, a new division dedicated to guiding early-stage founders in strategic talent acquisition. The new offering will be led by J. Patrick Gorman, a veteran recruiting executive based in Austin, TX, who joins
Growth and M&A Activity to Surge Across Recruitment Sector In 2025
Hunt Scanlon Media has released its annual rankings of leading executive search firms, giving the sector its first official performance review on last year’s activity. In the U.S. and globally, billions of dollars poured into the high-end recruitment sector in 2024, despite an economically challenging year. “The recruiting sector found stability and recovery in 2024
AGB Assists Savannah State University with President Search
Washington, D.C.-based recruitment firm AGB Search, which specializes in higher education leadership assignments, has helped recruit Jermaine Whirl as the new president of Savannah State University (SSU). His appointment follows being named the sole finalist last week after a rigorous six-month national presidential search. SSU has been led by Cynthia Alexander since July 2023, following the departure of president
DRiWaterstone Human Capital Recruits New President and CEO for the Association Of Fundraising Professionals
Arlington, VA-based DRiWaterstone Human Capital has placed H. Art Taylor as its new president and CEO of the Association Of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) in Arlington, VA. He succeeds Mike Geiger, who has served as president and CEO for the past seven and a half years. “The AFP global board undertook a comprehensive CEO search to find our next leader,”
Amrop Appoints Co-Leader of the Global Consumer & Retail Practice
Amrop, a global leadership advisory and executive search partnership, has named Kelly Freeman as new co-leader of the global consumer & retail practice. Based in Toronto, Ms. Freeman will co-lead the practice together with Lucie Shaw in the U.K., who continues to serve in this function since 2021. “Kelly’s strong sector expertise and North American frame of reference
Friisberg & Partners International Expands in London
Fribourg, Switzerland-headquartered Friisberg & Partners International recently expanded in London with the addition of Alex Wenyon. “We are thrilled to welcome Alex to the Friisberg team,” said Zoltan Petho, chair of Friisberg. “Her experience with globally renowned brands, combined with her competitive spirit and commitment to excellence, will bring a unique perspective to our clients.” “Alex’s
Developing Future Leaders: Executive Readiness and Succession Planning
Leadership changes can shape the future of a business. With challenges ranging from unexpected vacancies to planned retirements, having a robust succession plan is a strategic priority for companies of all sizes, according to a just released report from DHR Global. “Succession planning is more than just identifying potential successors. It’s about building a sustainable
Executive Search in Canada: Navigating Uncertainty in 2025
The Canadian executive search market has adapted to the evolving demands of a rapidly shifting business environment. As executive recruitment continues to transform, heightened competition across the Canadian business sector necessitates a more strategic approach to talent acquisition. “The executive search landscape in Canada enters 2025 amid significant political and economic uncertainty,” said Jay Rosenzweig,
DSG Global (Diversified Search Group) Names CFO
DSG Global (Diversified Search Group) has appointed Rob Alessandrini as its new chief financial officer. “We are thrilled to welcome Rob to our team,” said Aileen K. Alexander, CEO of DSG. “His depth of finance experience in growth environments, strategic insight, and commitment to driving results will be invaluable as we continue to scale our
Kaplan Partners Recruits Chief People Officer for F&M Bank
Kaplan Partners, which specializes in conducting searches for C-level executives primarily in the financial services, corporate financial, private investor, and technology sectors, has assisted in the recruitment of Carly Buchanan as chief people officer of F&M Bank, an Archbold, OH-based bank owned by Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. “Carly’s leadership, expertise, and passion for people
Juno Search Partners Recruits CFO for Council for Relationships
Philadelphia-based executive search firm Juno Search Partners LLC, has placed Mary K. Mackey as the new CFO of Council for Relationships. “Juno Search Partners has made my placement as CFO at Council for Relationships seamless and personable, perfectly embodying CFR’s mission of strengthening interpersonal relationships,” said Ms. Mackey. “I am truly honored to step into this
CFOs as Strategic Architects: Navigating Transformation in Financial Services
Financial services organizations, generally, are facing a new competitive market, regulatory challenges and a constant struggle to manage cost and efficiency, recruiters tell Hunt Scanlon Media. This requires strategic leaders, both men and women, with a multidimensional skill-set and competencies that often go above and beyond any typical job description. CFOs play a pivotal role
The Power of Partnership: The Value of Third-Party Recruiters in Talent Acquisition
Third-party recruiters bring tremendous value to a talent acquisition team by acting as strategic partners in the pursuit of top senior-level talent. Their extensive networks allow them to access passive candidates, while their expertise in recruitment enables them to quickly compile shortlists of qualified applicants tailored to a company’s specific needs, according to a recently
CAA | Hanold Executive Search Recruits Executive Director for Soccer Forward Foundation
CAA | Hanold Executive Search has assisted U.S. Soccer Federation with the recruitment of Alexandra (Lex) Chalat as executive director of Soccer Forward Foundation, U.S. Soccer’s 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup legacy initiative. CAA | Hanold Associates’ Jason Hanold, Megan McElroy, and Catie Nelson led the search for this critical role. “U.S. Soccer exists in service to
Lochlin Partners Fills Senior Strategy and Communications Post for Western States Petroleum Association
Lochlin Partners recently helped to place Denise Davis as vice president of strategy and communications of the Western States Petroleum Association (WSPA) in Sacramento, CA. She succeeds Kevin Slagle, who now serves as senior vice president at the American Petroleum Institute (API). “We are thrilled to welcome Denise to WSPA at such a pivotal time for energy policy
Chief Secures $100 Million in Funding
Chief, a private network designed to help more businesswomen rise into positions of power, has raised a $100 million Series B investment led by CapitalG at a valuation of $1.1 billion, joining the ranks of female-founded unicorn start-ups. Previous investors General Catalyst, GGV Capital, Inspired Capital, Primary Venture Partners, Flybridge Capital Partners, and BoxGroup also participated in the
