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Mercuri Urval Appoints Non-Executive Director
Stockholm, Sweden-based executive search firm Mercuri Urval (MU) has announced that Jan Sasse, partner at AlterInvest, was named as non-executive director to the MU group board. He will join the current board members Cecilia Strand, Mieke Weijenberg, Cecilia Beer, Richard Moore, and chairman Roger Hagafors. “We are pleased to welcome Jan Sasse as non-executive director of the MU
M&A Becomes a Capability-Driven Acquisition Strategy
EY-Parthenon is forecasting an eight percent increase in U.S. deal volume for transactions exceeding $100 million in 2026, underscoring how central M&A remains to corporate strategy. Yet beneath the headline numbers sits a more important story. The role of acquisitions is evolving. Companies are no longer pursuing deals primarily for scale or market share. Increasingly,
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.
NPAG Appoints Senior Advisor
Executive search firm NPAG has appointed André Blackman as senior advisor. In this new role, he will build and lead a practice focused on mission-driven innovation — connecting dynamic leadership talent and the development resources to keep that talent in seat, to founders and organizations solving problems that matter. “André brings a rare combination of strategic insight, storytelling
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?
Sheffield Haworth Adds Private Equity & Growth Venture Portfolio Assets Veteran
Global leadership advisory and executive search firm Sheffield Haworth has expanded with the addition of Michael McDonnell as managing director, private equity and growth venture portfolio assets. He is based in the New York office and works within the technology sector practice. “We are thrilled to welcome Michael to the team,” said Paul Gillespie, managing director of the
Leadership Needs Shift in a Changing Federal Market
Executive search across the federal contracting, government services, defense, and technology sectors is entering a new phase as companies look for more sophisticated ways to evaluate leadership beyond résumés, references, and past performance. In markets where specialized experience, relationships, and an understanding of complex government customers can be critical, the challenge is not simply identifying
Private Equity Rollup Wave Reshapes Executive Search
What may once have looked like a series of isolated transactions is increasingly taking on the shape of a broader industry shift. As capital moves into the sector and firms rethink where they have true competitive strength, the pattern is becoming harder to ignore. “A year ago, I would have called this a prediction, today,
HARTZ Search Seeking Chief Revenue Officer for Geisinger
Charlotte, NC-based HARTZ Search was recently retained by Geisinger to lead in its search for a chief revenue officer. This executive will direct, manage, and implement programs to ensure efficient revenue management operations and sufficient cash flow to support Geisinger operations and strategic initiatives. The role is responsible for identifying, analyzing, reducing, and resolving revenue management issues
Kincannon & Reed Places Executive Director for the Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association
Kincannon & Reed (K&R), which exclusively focuses on food, agribusiness, and the related life sciences, has assisted in the recruitment of Patrick Carney as the new executive director of the Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association. Dave Smith stepped down from his executive role after leading the association for more than 30 years. “Patrick pairs dairy industry knowledge with
Noto Group Expands Global Consumer Practice
Portland, OR-headquartered executive search firm Noto Group has expanded with the additions of Kirsty Schofield and Cody Johns as senior partners in its global consumer practice. “Cody and Kirsty bring highly complementary experience, deep consumer sector expertise, and a genuine connection to how we work,” said Sara Spirko, managing partner of Noto Group. “Both understand that finding
millionways Brings a New Behavioral Intelligence Lever to Executive Recruiters
Hunt Scanlon Ventures this week completed its investment in millionways, a New York-headquartered company that builds a behavioral intelligence layer of AI for human agent workforces, utilizing a proprietary Large Psychology Model called Thorsten-4. The platform focuses on understanding human signals, motives, and behavior patterns, with applications used across AI governance, executive hiring, talent management,
AI Governance Jobs Platform Builds Early Momentum Through Privacy-First Model
AI-Governance-Jobs.com, operated by GRC Careers LLC and led by founder and CEO F. Jay Hall, has built its model combining specialized career content, organic search visibility, and privacy-focused architecture. The company’s latest executive summary reports 134,499 organic impressions over a recent 28-day period, achieved roughly three months after launch — without advertising. As demand grows
Blue Rock Human Capital Assists Linfield University with the Recruitment of Dean of the School of Business
Blue Rock Human Capital has helped to recruit Isaac Wanasika as the new dean of the School of Business at Linfield University. “Blue Rock Human Capital was pleased to work with Linfield University to identify their new dean of the School of Business,” said Jacquelyn Elliot, president and COO of Blue Rock Human Capital. “Today’s higher
CIO Partners Leading Cybersecurity Search for Flexsteel Industries
CIO Partners was recently retained by Flexsteel Industries in Dubuque, IA, to lead in its search for director of cybersecurity. This role partners closely with IT, executive leadership, legal, compliance, operations, and external security partners to reduce cyber risk, strengthen business resilience, and ensure the organization is prepared to prevent, detect, respond to, and recover
Pacific International Launches Leadership Coaching and Onboarding Service
London-headquartered executive search firm Pacific International Executive Search has launched its new leadership coaching & onboarding service. This will support senior leaders through the highest-stakes moments of their careers. “The first months in a new leadership role, a step-change in scope, the pressures of C-suite leadership – these are just a few examples where an experienced coach can turn potential into value faster
Leveraging AI to Drive Business Development in Executive Search
AI is beginning to reshape how executive search firms approach business development, moving the process beyond traditional account lists and periodic outreach toward more continuous market intelligence. By helping recruiters identify meaningful changes across companies, leadership teams, and professional networks, AI is creating new opportunities to engage clients with greater relevance and better timing. The
Korn Ferry Retained by Convergence for CEO Search
Korn Ferry has been retained by Convergence to lead in its search for a new CEO. Joan Larrea will retire as CEO in early 2027 after more than a decade of leadership. Since inception, Ms. Larrea has led the organization through a decade of significant growth, helping establish Convergence as the world’s leading authority on
St. Olaf College Taps Brettschneider Executive Search for Chief Information Officer Search
New York City-based Brettschneider Executive Search has been selected by St. Olaf College to lead in its search for chief information officer. St. Olaf seeks a values-forward, innovative CIO. The next CIO of St. Olaf College will serve as a trusted advisor to the provost, president, and president’s leadership team on the role of information and library resources
Boyden Seeking CEO for Creative BC
Boyden has been retained by Creative BC in Vancouver, British Columbia to lead in its search for a new CEO. Reporting to the board of directors, the CEO will provide strategic and operational leadership to an organization that sits at the center of British Columbia’s creative economy. The CEO will lead the execution of Creative BC’s mandate
Signium Expands in Belgium
Executive search consortium Signium has expanded with the addition of Valérie Schmitt to its Belgium team as leadership consulting partner. “She will support executive leaders and teams at pivotal moments, helping them navigate change and succeed in complex environments,” Signium said. “Drawing on more than 25 years in senior corporate roles, Valérie brings first-hand experience of the challenges
How AI Is Reshaping Executive Assessment and Leadership Development
As organizations look for better ways to evaluate leadership potential, attention is shifting beyond experience and credentials toward how executives actually think, communicate, make decisions, and respond under pressure. AI is creating new ways to analyze those behaviors at scale, giving executive search firms and their clients additional evidence when assessing qualities such as judgment,
Caldwell Assists the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority with the Recruitment of President for the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project
Toronto-based Caldwell has assisted the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority with the recruitment of Cheryl Nelms as president of the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project. Her appointment follows a competitive international executive recruitment process. The search was led by Drew Railton, Lucy Antrobus, and Vicky O’Connor. “With more than 25 years of experience delivering complex infrastructure projects across Canada, Cheryl brings
TOC Arts Partners Fills Key Position for Film at Lincoln Center
New York City-based TOC Arts Partners has helped to recruit Trent Anderson as vice president of development of Film at Lincoln Center (FLC). This follows an extensive national search led by senior strategist, Brenna Thomas. “Throughout the search process, Trent distinguished himself with his strategic vision, fundraising expertise, and thoughtful leadership,” said Daniel Battsek, president of Film
True Launches Forensic Referencing Offering
Global executive talent platform True has launched True Forensic Referencing, a new executive intelligence capability designed to help investors, boards, and executive teams make more informed leadership decisions before high-stakes investments, new business relationships, and governance milestones. The firm named Christopher Jaros as partner to build and lead the offering. This expands True’s executive intelligence platform, complementing the firm’s executive
Long Ridge Partners Appoints Director
New York City-based Long Ridge Partners has named Chrissie Shin as director. “Please join us in congratulating Chrissie Shin on her promotion to director,” Long Ridge Partners said in a LinkedIn post. “Chrissie’s expertise, dedication, and leadership have made her an invaluable member of the Long Ridge team. This well-earned promotion reflects the impact she’s made across
Navigating the Search for Tomorrow’s HBCU Leaders
Leadership searches at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) are becoming increasingly complex as boards weigh institutional legacy against rapidly changing demands on presidents. Executive search firms are being asked to identify candidates who can balance mission, financial stewardship, fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and long-term strategy while navigating a more uncertain higher education environment. For HBCUs,
Egon Zehnder Called in by CAAT Pension Plan for CEO Search
Leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder has been selected by the board of trustees of CAAT Pension Plan to lead in its search for its next chief executive officer. This follows the departure of longtime CEO and plan manager Derek Dobson, who recently resigned. The search will focus on leaders who can combine strategic vision with operational discipline,
The National Airlines Council of Canada Retains Odgers to Lead Search for CEO
Odgers was recently retained by the National Airlines Council of Canada (NACC) to lead in its search for a new president and CEO. Jeff Morrison has informed the board of his intention to retire. He will continue to lead the association until a successor is appointed to ensure a seamless transition of leadership. To support the
PierceGray Expands Staff with New Vice President
PierceGray has expanded with the addition of Kara Hennessey as vice president in the firm’s finance practice. She will be based in the New York office. “PierceGray is excited to welcome Kara Hennessey to the team as our newest vice president,” the firm said in a LinkedIn post. “Kara brings almost 10 years of executive search
Rising Demand for Data Expertise Forces Shift in Talent Strategy
In recent years, data has become business’s most valuable resource. Data analytics is no longer just an IT function, according to a recent report from 180 Engineering. It has become critical to a company’s ability to innovate, optimize operations, and respond to shifting market demands. “However, as business leaders become increasingly aware of the importance of
Diversified Search Group | Koya Partners Seeking CEO for Philanthropy Massachusetts
Koya Partners, a part of Diversified Search Group, was recently called in by Philanthropy Massachusetts to lead in its search for a new CEO. Elizabeth Lombard is leading the assignment. This leader will bring the expertise required to ensure that Philanthropy Massachusetts has operational oversight of the highest caliber and is structured to continue achieving its
HARTZ Search Seeking Talent Acquisition Leader for LCMC Health
Charlotte, NC-based HARTZ Search has been retained by LCMC Health in New Orleans, LA, to conduct a nationwide search for a vice president of talent acquisition. The firm is looking for a seasoned professional to lead and drive the transformation of the TA function into an enterprise-wide shared services model in order that LCMC Health can strategically
Panorama Leadership Appoints New Leadership
Panorama Leadership, a global network of independent executive search firms, has announced its new leadership team for the upcoming period. Carlos Eduardo Altona, managing partner from EXEC becomes chair with Craig Buffkin of Buffkin / Baker as the new vice chair. Joining them are Roy Herold from MPS Europe as former chair, Ed Bamfylde from
The Role of Leadership Development in Private Equity’s Quest for Organic Growth
Private equity firms are currently navigating a challenging environment where traditional avenues for generating returns, such as leverage and multiple arbitrage, are becoming increasingly limited. As highlighted in a recent article by Pitchbook, private equity’s reliance on the organic growth of portfolio companies is more pronounced than ever. With the era of low interest rates and
Slone Partners Recruits Co-CEO for EarlyDiagnostics
Life sciences-focused search firm Slone Partners has placed Gregory C. Critchfield as co-CEO of EarlyDiagnostics (EarlyDx), a leading company in liquid biopsy methylome detection of early cancer. “Greg Critchfield is a highly accomplished and respected life sciences executive with the deep knowledge and experience needed to drive a growth-focused company forward,” said Leslie Loveless, managing partner and
Legacy Executive Search Partners Seeking Executive Director for the Davenport-Perth Neighborhood and Community Health Center
Tony Woolgar and Liz Latimer of Legacy Executive Search Partners are currently looking for a new executive director for the Davenport-Perth Neighborhood and Community Health Center in Toronto. The current executive director is retiring after an accomplished tenure of 15 years and the board is looking for a leader with a passion for healthier communities
StevenDouglas Opens Office in Houston
Executive search firm StevenDouglas has expanded with the opening of a new office in Houston, TX. This adds to the firm’s presence in Texas after opening offices in Austin in 2021 and Dallas in 2022. StevenDouglas also has a location in San Antonio. “The most recent expansion in Houston is a huge opportunity as the firm has
SpenglerFox Names Head of Private Equity
Global executive search and human capital solutions provider SpenglerFox has expanded with the addition of Michael Klingler as head of private equity. He is based in Wiesbaden, Germany. “I am delighted that Michael has decided to join SpenglerFox and strengthen our client origination team,” said Jens Friedrich, CEO of the SpenglerFox Group. “His deep experience in the life sciences
3 Strategies for Retaining Your Top Talent
Even at companies making significant workforce reductions, leaders are increasingly concerned about retaining the best. Most companies are already becoming acutely aware that if someone leaves, someone better won’t necessarily come along, and that they may not have the leaders they need as conditions change. Good leaders have their choice of roles, making it easy
Selecting a CHRO in an Evolving Financial Services Landscape
Financial services organizations are often on different points of the spectrum of change and adoption, typically determined by factors such as competitive and shareholder considerations, strategic planning priorities, and regulatory limitations. To better inform the CHRO selection and screening process, organizations must first reflect on their short, medium, and longer-term human capital priorities, according to
Anthem Executive Seeking Provost for Texas Woman’s University
Executive recruitment firm Anthem Executive has been selected by Texas Woman’s University (TWU) in Denton, TX, to lead in its search for an executive vice president for academic affairs and provost. Michael Ballew, Scott Watson, Mike “JR” Wheless, and Florene Stawowy are leading the assignment. Key responsibilities for this position include serving as CEO in the absence of the chancellor
The Bedford Consulting Group Transearch Recruits CEO for Alimentiv
Darren Raycroft and Howard Pezim of The Bedford Consulting Group Transearch have assisted in the recruitment of Pierre Gaudreault as the new CEO of Alimentiv Inc. in Ontario, Canada. This announcement follows a comprehensive international CEO search conducted by the board of directors. “We are thrilled to welcome Pierre as our new CEO. His extensive experience,
Amrop Appoints Co-Leader of Global Life Sciences & Healthcare Practice
Amrop, a global leadership advisory and executive search partnership, has named Cecilia Callmer as new co-leader of the global life sciences & healthcare practice. Based in Malmö, Sweden, she will co-lead the practice together with Sabine von Anhalt (Germany), who continues to serve in this function since 2018. “The Amrop board is delighted to appoint Cecilia to this
ZRG’s Walking the Talk Unveils Enhanced Taylor Assessment Tool
The Walking the Talk division of ZRG Partners has introduced its enhanced Taylor Assessment, a tool for assessing leaders’ cultural preferences. The Taylor Assessment directly measures contribution to an organization’s current or desired future culture. It can be used for recruitment, leadership, team, and organizational development. The assessment is based on the framework first laid out
The International Conservation Fund of Canada Selects Odgers Berndtson to Find New CEO
The International Conservation Fund of Canada (ICFC) has retained executive search firm Odgers Berndtson to lead in its search for a new CEO. Dominik Legault, principal and head of ESG at Odgers Berndtson, is leading the assignment. At this critical juncture, ICFC is seeking a CEO who will lead the organization as it continues to grow by
Harris Search Associates Seeking Top HR Leader for Johnson County Community College
Jeffrey Harris and Ed Christ of Harris Search Associates have been called in by Johnson County Community College in Overland Park, KS, to lead its search for a vice president of human resources. The search firm seeks a dynamic, energetic, visionary leader who fosters innovation and collaboration in a shared governance environment. This senior leader
Newland Associates Recruits CEO for Episcopal Children’s Services
Lake Mary, FL-based executive search firm Newland Associates has recruited Natalya Bannister Roby as the new CEO of Episcopal Children’s Services (ECS) in Jacksonville, FL. The assignment was led by director of recruitment, Vanessa Abreu. “Newland Associates did a great job sourcing candidates for us with narrow requirements in a difficult labor environment,” said Wiley
NU Advisory Partners Expands Search Staff
Executive search firm NU Advisory Partners has expanded with the addition of three experienced executive recruiters. Jay Hussey joins as a partner who will focus on C-level executive searches for public and private capital-backed companies in the media, technology, and data/analytic services industries. He has spent more than 20 years in executive search, most recently
5 Recruitment Trends to Look Out for in 2024
Just as with nearly every facet of the business world, the realm of recruitment is in a perpetual state of flux, responding to evolving demographics, market influences, employee expectations, and technological progress, according to a new article from Jason Hanold, founder and CEO of Hanold Associates Executive Search. “Within the field of human resources, 2024 will bring
Caldwell Records Q1 Revenue Decline of 26.7 Percent
Toronto-based Caldwell posted Q1 revenues of $17.5 million (Canadian), a 26.7 percent decrease from a year ago. “From a revenue perspective, this remained a challenging quarter, as client focus on the uncertain macroeconomic environment continued to dampen and delay hiring decisions,” said John Wallace, chief executive officer. “With improving economic news and expectations of falling interest rates,
Spencer Stuart Assists St. Louis Fed with CEO Search
Federal Reserve Bank president searches are some of the most coveted assignments to take on among executive recruiters, and a number of leading search firms have gotten in on the action. Spencer Stuart has assisted in the recruitment of Alberto G. Musalem as the 13th president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis. He succeeds
Myers McRae Executive Search and Consulting Recruits Chancellor for Southern Arkansas University Tech
Macon, GA-based Myers McRae Executive Search and Consulting has assisted in the recruitment of Jerry W. Thomas as the new chancellor of Southern Arkansas University Tech (SAU Tech). Jennifer Barfield, executive vice president, led the assignment. “We are extremely pleased that Dr. Thomas will be our new chancellor at SAU Tech,” said David Rankin, president emeritus. “His impressive
Korn Ferry Forms Alliance with AI Specialists Yoodli
Korn Ferry has formed a partnership with Yoodli to provide professionals with private and real-time communication coaching using artificial intelligence (AI). “We’re pleased to partner with Yoodli to help professionals upskill themselves at their own pace,” said Bryan Ackermann, head of AI strategy and transformation, Korn Ferry. “Communication skills are one of the consistent enablers
N2Growth Names Partners
N2Growth, a Philadelphia-based management consulting and executive search firm, has appointed Chris Fryer and Robert Meara as partners. They will report directly to CEO Kelli Vukelic. “This significant addition aligns with N2Growth’s mission of empowering leaders to achieve next-level growth,” said Ms. Vukelic. “Both Chris and Robby embody the values and expertise N2Growth stands for. Their collective experience and unique
2024 M&A Outlook: PE Comes Off the Bench
2023 brought a relatively sluggish year for M&A as macroeconomic conditions kept many key players on the sidelines. However, S&P’s latest analysis predicts that several factors may spur dealmakers into action in 2024. The decline in deal announcements and total value, observed since 2022, has been attributed to the impact of a rising interest rate environment, leading
Griffith Group Tapped by Habitat for Humanity Canada to Lead CEO Search
Toronto-based executive recruitment firm Griffith Group has been selected by Habitat for Humanity Canada to lead in its search for a new president and CEO. Julia Deans announced that she will step down in June. Jane Griffith, managing partner and founder, and Caroline McLean, partner, are spearheading the assignment. Reporting to the national board of directors, the president
Bespoke Partners Initiates Coverage of the Healthcare IT Sector
San Diego, CA-headquartered executive search firm Bespoke Partners is initiating coverage of the healthcare IT sector to provide clients with access to its network of software and SaaS leaders. “The healthcare IT sector is undergoing extraordinary growth and innovation,” said Eric Walczykowski, CEO. “As an executive search firm in software and SaaS, we recognize the urgent need for transformative leadership
KEES Recruits New Leader for Learning Bridge
Executive search and non-profit consulting firm KEES has recruited Bernice Mahan as the new executive director of Learning Bridge, a community-based, non-profit early education center founded in 1944. Leading the search were president and CEO Heather Eddy and executive search manager Yoo-Jin Hong. Learning Bridge retained KEES earlier this year after reviewing several competitive proposals. A comprehensive search was
TRANSEARCH Opens New Office in Istanbul, Turkey
TRANSEARCH International has expanded in the Middle East and Africa region with the opening of a new office in Istanbul, Turkey. The firm has named Murat Öztürk as managing partner to lead the office. “We are delighted to expand into Turkey,” said Celeste Whatley, CEO of TRANSEARCH International. “Having a presence in Turkey again is
Creative Talent Endeavors Launches AI-Powered Algorithm For Transparency In Search Pricing
Executive search and HR advisory firm Creative Talent Endeavors recently launched Fairantee, an algorithm that uses AI and data to allow companies to understand how much they should be paying for an executive search before they sign a contract. “Traditional executive search firms charge the same price for a search without taking into account how difficult
Cooper Coleman Recruits CEO for the Montrose Center
Following an extensive national executive search that began in August, Chicago-based Cooper Coleman LLC has assisted in the recruitment of Avery Belyeu as the new CEO of the Montrose Center in Houston, TX. Past CEO Ann J. Robison recently retired. “We are so excited to select Avery Belyeu to lead the Montrose Center for the next generation,” said Tara
