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Burnout in the Workplace: What the Latest Research Tells Us
Imagine a workplace where 80 percent of employees are experiencing burnout, with younger generations feeling the strain the most. How would this affect productivity, morale, and the overall success of the organization? New research reveals that this scenario is not far-fetched, serving as a wake-up call for executives. Employee burnout has become a widespread challenge,
Funk Associates Tapped by the University of St. Thomas to Lead President Search
Funk Associates has been retained by the University of St. Thomas to lead a national search for a new president. The school is looking for a dynamic and proven leader. Richard L. Ludwick, who has served as president at the University of St. Thomas-Houston since July 1, 2017, will step down from that role on
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.
Carrington & Carrington Assists the Southland Development Authority with President Search
Carrington & Carrington Diversity Executive Search has assisted in the recruitment of Felicia D. Hardy as president of the Southland Development Authority (SDA) in Chicago. “As a Certified Business Intermediary (CBI) from the International Business Broker Association (IBBA), Felicia’s invaluable insights and growth strategies will have a major impact on our efforts to drive economic prosperity and
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?
ECA Partners Names Leader of Value Creation Practice
Santa Monica, CA-based search firm ECA Partners has named Dan Baker to director, value creation practice. “Dan’s promotion reflects his outstanding contributions to our clients and his intimate familiarity with the top value creation talent in the private equity ecosystem,” said Ken Kanara, CEO of ECA Partners. “His diverse background in law, economics, and public policy brings
AI-Powered Exits: A New Lever for PE to Maximize Value
A recent AlixPartners report highlights that AI can be instrumental in preparing portfolio companies for sale, especially in a soft deal market where well-prepared exits are harder to achieve. “AI can make preparation for sale faster and more comprehensive,” notes the report. “AI can be helpful in exit preparation, particularly when the deal market is soft
Spencer Stuart Assists Intel with CEO Search
Spencer Stuart has assisted in the recruitment of Lip-Bu Tan as the new CEO of Intel Corporation. Pat Gelsinger retired from the company after a distinguished 40-plus-year career and has stepped down from the board of directors, effective December 1, 2024. He succeeds interim co-CEOs David Zinsner and Michelle Johnston Holthaus. Mr. Tan will also
Lindauer Fills Senior Advancement Role for Boston University
Following a national search, Lindauer has helped to recruit Michele Schiele as the senior vice president for advancement for Boston University (BU). Leading the assignment were Faith Montgomery, senior vice president, and Andrew Machado, senior consultant. “Michele is a well-respected and highly experienced leader in her field, who has demonstrated clear results for some of the top universities
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
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
The Transformation of HR in the Age of AI
The integration of artificial intelligence into HR is not a trend; it’s a transformative shift that is reshaping how organizations manage people, optimize processes, and drive innovation. As businesses seek to enhance efficiency and effectiveness while fostering a more dynamic and engaging workplace, AI and automation are increasingly being implemented into HR strategies, according to
Diversified Search Group Appoints Leader of Legal, Risk, Compliance & Government Affairs Practice
Diversified Search Group (DSG), a leading search firm backed by private equity firm ShoreView Industries, has named Sonya Olds Som as a global managing partner and leader of the newly created legal, risk, compliance & government affairs practice. “With a proliferation of new and intensified risks, challenges and opportunities today, companies are seeking deeper levels of legal and
Caliber Associates Recruits Chief Medical Officer for GentiBio
San Diego, CA- based Caliber Associates recently placed Dr. Neely Mozaffarian as the chief medical officer of GentiBio Inc. in Cambridge, MA. “Neely brings tremendous clinical leadership with great expertise in immunology and autoimmunity to the GentiBio team,” said Steve Hochberg, CEO of Caliber Associates. “Neely’s wealth of knowledge of inflammatory diseases and autoimmune disorders, combined with her
Envision Consulting Recruits President and CEO for Library Foundation of Los Angeles
Pasadena, CA-based search firm Envision Consulting recently placed Stacy Lieberman as the new president and CEO of the Library Foundation of Los Angeles (LFLA). She becomes the foundation’s fourth president in 30 years and will succeed former president Ken Brecher, who retired last September after an 11-year tenure. “We are thrilled to have Stacy as our next leader
A Review of the Latest Top Talent Acquisition Trends
The talent market has evolved rapidly over the past two and a half years. In fact, it has not only evolved, it has transformed irrevocably. Widening skills gaps, changing candidate expectations, and record job openings are all impacting talent acquisition. A recent report from WilsonHCG examines the latest trends. Internal mobility programs will play a pivotal role in talent acquisition strategies,
Diversified Search Group | Koya Partners Tapped by the Washington Research Library Consortium to Find New Leader
Diversified Search Group | Koya Partners has been called in by the Washington Research Library Consortium (WRLC) to lead its search for a new executive director. Spearheading the assignment are managing director Beth Schaefer and senior search associate Marisa Chock. The firm seeks a dynamic, creative leader to provide innovative and thoughtful leadership, and to advance the mission of this member-driven
SearchWide Global Leads CFO Search for Cincinnati USA Convention & Visitors Bureau
Executive recruitment firm SearchWide Global has been enlisted to find a chief financial officer for the Cincinnati USA Convention & Visitors Bureau in Ohio. Senior vice president Kellie Henderson is spearheading the assignment. The organization’s CFO serves as the principal financial advisor and strategic partner to the chief executive officer, said the search firm. The CFO directs
Indeed Names Chief People Officer
Global hiring platform Indeed has appointed Priscilla Koranteng as its chief people officer. “We are delighted to welcome Priscilla to join us in our mission to help people get jobs. Indeed is a people-centered business, and as chief people officer, Priscilla will be a key driver in helping our team grow and innovate to better serve
Kestria Adds Pender & Howe to Network
Kestria, formerly known as IRC Global Executive Search Partners, has expanded its presence in North America with the addition of Toronto-based Pender & Howe Executive Search as its newest member firm. ‘We are thrilled to represent Kestria in Canada and the USA, and we are committed to fulfilling the alliance’s mission of providing first-class executive search services wherever you are
How Succession Planning Can be Your Secret Weapon
The legal market continues to be highly active in 2022. As the fight to attract and retain top-level talent rages on, organizations are looking for ways to distinguish themselves to candidates and retain current high-performing employees. While this has increased pressure on compensation ranges, money alone often will not drive a candidate’s interest in a
Artico Search Assists Jane in the Recruitment of Chief Marketing Officer
Long before COVID-19 flipped the world upside down, the retail sector was in the midst of a grand makeover — with retail companies pivoting and sometimes completely reinventing themselves to keep up with customers’ changing habits in how and where they shop. At the outset of the pandemic, mandated shutdowns fast-tracked those changes, and retail
HARTZ Search Seeks CEO for University Medical Center New Orleans
Healthcare is among the most rapidly growing employment fields, according to analysts at Hunt Scanlon Media, which tracks trends in the executive search and leadership solutions space. So it is that the need for recruiting firms to deliver top-drawer leaders throughout the sector has only grown. Charlotte, NC-based HARTZ Search was recently enlisted by the University Medical Center New
Daversa Partners Appoints Managing Director
Daversa Partners, which helps build leadership teams for growth and venture-backed companies, has appointed Will Brewster as managing director, bringing nearly a decade of search experience to the firm’s leadership team. “It has been my pleasure to watch what Will has done during his tenure at Daversa,” said Peter Baiocco, partner at Daversa Partners. “Years ago, we
Kennedy Executive Search Adds New Member Firm in Ireland
Kennedy Executive Search, a network of independent executive search firms, has added Dublin-based Vista Executive Search as its first partner in Ireland. Vista becomes the 15th partner firm for Kennedy, bringing the total number of offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and Asia to 24. “Many of the world’s most successful companies have chosen Ireland
A Look at the Second Half of 2022 and What Lies Ahead
Disruption has taken on a positive connotation: Industry “disruptors” are shaking things up in creative, future-oriented, and highly profitable ways. It has not, however, lost its older, negative, connotation: The pandemic has been broadly disruptive at every level of everyone’s life, according to a report for ZRG Partners. The search firm, which is backed by
Lindauer Assists University of Washington in Recruitment of VP of Development
Boston-based Lindauer has assisted in the recruitment of Tamara Michel Josserand as vice president of development, university advancement for the University of Washington (UW). She succeeds Dan Peterson, who is retiring. Jill Lasman, senior executive vice president, and Tensie J. Taylor, consultant, led the assignment. “I’m so pleased to welcome Tamara to the University of Washington. She is
Collegiate Sports Associates Assists Louisville with Athletic Director Search
After a national search, Raleigh, NC-based Collegiate Sports Associates (CSA) recently helped the University of Louisville in Kentucky place Josh Heird as its athletic director. Mr. Heird had been serving as interim AD since late last year, after the resignation of Vince Tyra. He had previously been deputy athletic director. In a special meeting last Friday, the University
Jobless Claims Fall Slightly Signaling Tight Labor Market
The Labor Department reported that 229,000 Americans have filed new claims for state unemployment benefits, a decrease of 3,000 from the previous week’s revised level. The previous week’s level was revised up by 3,000 from 229,000 to 232,000. The four-week moving average was 218,500, an increase of 2,750 from the previous week’s revised average. The
The Barton Partnership Appoints Senior Leaders
The Barton Partnership, a U.K.-based executive search firm, has expanded its North American business with two senior appointments: Michael Harrison Neier as head of professional services and Gareth Davies as leader of its independent consulting practice. “I am delighted to have Michael and Gareth on board as we continue to expand our global footprint,” said Nicholas Barton,
Corporate Focus on DEI Continues to Grow
Around the globe, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) has grown to become a critically important boardroom topic given the increasing focus by legislatures, regulatory bodies, stock exchanges, investors, and the general public. Many of these stakeholders have enhanced their expectations around DEI because of the growing body of research that shows improving DEI results in
RSR Partners Elects New Chairman as Founder Transitions to Chairman Emeritus
The founder of Greenwich, Conn.-based RSR Partners, Russell S. Reynolds Jr., has started a leadership transition process that will see him move from executive chairman to chairman emeritus. Mr. Reynolds, 90, will be succeeded by R. Todd Ruppert as non-executive chairman. “The impact Russ has had on the industry, our firm, and me is immeasurable,” said
Creating Workplaces That Support Employees
Recruiting firm owners and hiring leaders are reimagining and renewing their talent attraction and retention strategies. They are standing up to the challenges of the pandemic, showing remarkable resilience, and taking advantage of tremendous growth potential within the talent access industry. In 2020, 4.4 million new businesses opened in the U.S., up 24 percent from the previous
Kirk Palmer Associates Recruits Chief Marketing Officer for JCPenney
Retailers are facing major shifts in their businesses that call for “unprecedented responses” by CEOs who can effectively lead through change, intuitively and analytically understand the evolving consumer, and respond to ambiguity, according to search consultants. Developed markets, excess retail capacity, rising prices, the shift to omni-channel retail and the unpredictable pace of change in
Arts Consulting Group Retained by Virginia Symphony Orchestra to Find New Leader
Boston-based search firm Arts Consulting Group (ACG) has been enlisted to find the next president and CEO of the Virginia Symphony Orchestra (VSO). The search firm is seeking a collaborative leader in both guiding and supporting organizational, artistic, team, and diversity goals. The CEO will generate and execute strategies and operating plans, ensure fiscal resiliency from both earned and contribute revenues, and
Going Beyond Personality Assessments
Every good solution starts with a clear problem. For Teamalytics, that problem was encountering team after team who were continually failing to move forward at the pace they were capable of achieving. A variety of issues can cause a team to underperform and not maximize their abilities, including unresolved conflicts, poor execution, lack of accountability,
Sheffield Haworth Expands in New York
Global leadership advisory and executive search firm Sheffield Haworth has expanded in New York with the addition of Richard Stein as a managing director. “Richard’s deep understanding of the business models employed by financial services organizations, their record of success / failure and the anticipated impact on the competitor landscape is extremely rare and we are thrilled to
BarkerGilmore Recruits General Counsel for Rye Development
Boutique search firm BarkerGilmore, which specializes in building corporate legal and compliance teams, has assisted in the recruitment of John Seymour as the new general counsel of Rye Development. The search was led by John Gilmore, co-founder and managing partner, and Stephen Bell, senior director. “John hit the ground running. We have already given him substantial work, and
Odgers Berndtson Seeks CEO for U.S. Green Building Council and Green Building Certification Institute
Odgers Berndtson has been enlisted to find the next president and chief executive officer for the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) and the Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI) in Washington, D.C. “USGBC and GBCI are seeking an inspiring, thoughtful, growth-oriented president and CEO to lead the organization’s mission to transform the way buildings are designed, built,
AMP Executive Search Launches
Adaptive Medical Partners, a physician recruiting firm based in Irving, TX, has launched a new division specializing in healthcare executive search. The new division, AMP Executive Search, will be led by Steve Korinek, managing director. Mr. Korinek, along with Robert Pondrom and their team will focus on recruiting talent among C-suite roles for healthcare administration and leadership, such
What Private Equity Firms Seek in Their Next CHRO
A leadership role at a private equity firm is a demanding one. For a PE firm, the challenge of helping start-up companies raise needed capital is filled with the excitement of working with these fast-moving, growth-oriented businesses. “Successful PE firms have a laser focus on raising funds to grow their portfolio companies and recognize that
ON Partners Recruits Chief Marketing Officer for Pagaya
Bryan Buck, a partner at ON Partners, recently placed Peter Scherr as the new chief marketing officer for Pagaya, a financial technology company that enables financial institutions to expand access to more customers through its partnerships and artificial intelligence network. Mr. Scherr joins Pagaya from Vroom, a leading E-commerce platform for buying and selling used vehicles, where
Parker Executive Search Seeks DE&I VP for Kansas State University
Atlanta-based Parker Executive Search has been enlisted to find the new vice president of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging for Kansas State University in Manhattan, KS. The position was created earlier this spring, elevating the former chief diversity and inclusion officer role. Leading the national search are principal Erin Raines and vice president Porsha Williams. “The vice
