Recent top global hires for Venture Capital and Private Equity portfolio companies, covering a broad range of disciplines and sectors across Life Sciences, Health and Tech. This quarter’s successful placements include: Function Focus area Location CEO Exosome technologies Italy CEO CRO France CEO Cell & gene therapy tools UK Chief Development Officer Cell reprogramming Sweden Chief Financial Officer Antibody-drug conjugates Germany/ US Chief Business Officer Small molecule therapeutics Switzerland/ US Chief Scientific Officer AI platform technologies UK Chief Commercial Officer CDMO UK Chief Technology & Operations Officer Precision fermentation Sweden Chief R&D Officer Mitochondrial medicine UK VP, Head of Biometrics Oncology drug development US VP, CMC & Development T-cell technologies UK Head of Regulatory Small molecule inhibitors US Global Marketing Director Biosurgery Surgical technologies US General Manager France Remote patient monitoring UK/ France Head of Hospitals & Value Access Ophthalmology therapeutics Italy Senior Executive Director, Translational Radiopharmaceuticals US Senior Director, New Ventures and Investments University incubator/ accelerator Australia Newly opened projects include: Function Focus area Location CEO Bio-storage solutions UK Chief Financial Officer Cardiac devices France Chief Scientific Officer tRNA platform US Chief Operating Officer Medical devices UK Chief Business Officer AI-enabled imaging Spain Chief Scientific Officer Neuropsychiatry US Head [...]

Idealist, the world’s largest nonprofit job platform and a vital connector for mission-driven talent seeking to make a difference, has appointed Bob Giannino, Senior Vice President, Lindauer, as its new Board Chair. A longtime champion of civic engagement and nonprofit leadership, Giannino brings a deep commitment to talent development and mobilization in the sector. Giannino’s connection to Idealist began decades ago when he served as Chair of the Board for the Campus Outreach Opportunity League, an organization dedicated to mobilizing college students to engage in community service and social impact initiatives. As the League’s representative, he joined Idealist when the two organizations merged, a move in line with his long dedication to leadership development and talent cultivation. “Idealist has always been committed to bridging the gap between intention and action,” said Giannino. “What started as a job board to ensure nonprofit opportunities weren’t lost in the noise of private sector listings has grown into a platform that not only connects job seekers with meaningful careers but also helps communities mobilize locally to address pressing social challenges.” Idealist has continuously evolved beyond its roots as a job board, expanding its reach to include internships, volunteer opportunities, and graduate school fairs that support careers in public [...]

Russell Reynolds Associates is excited to announce that four new consultants are joining its global Healthcare practice. Christina Haurum (Copenhagen) Viola Pasujkovic (New York) Christoph Schlegel (Frankfurt) Sandy Zhang (Shanghai) These strategic additions reflect our commitment to providing clients with unparalleled insights into leadership challenges across healthcare. “We are thrilled with the expansion of our global Healthcare team.” said Ernie Brittingham, leader of Russell Reynolds’ global Healthcare Practice. “The RRA Healthcare team is delighted to welcome Christina, Viola, Christoph, and Sandy – their industry and leadership advisory expertise will strengthen our global team.” Read the full Press Release

Management Consulting Executive Marc Herlant appointed Partner at the leading digital executive search and leadership consulting group Hoffman Talent Partners. Hoffman Talent Partners (HTP Group) is delighted to announce that Marc Herlant has decided to join HTP Group, focused on building impactful leadership for tomorrow's organizations as they navigate the complexities of digital transformation and the AI era. Marc is a seasoned executive and consultant with 34 years of professional experience, including 29 years in top-tier consulting. His background includes previous senior Partner roles at EY Parthenon (where he was a founding Partner for the Belgian practice), and The Boston Consulting Group (Partner & Managing Director), complemented by earlier industry experience. Throughout his career, Marc has advised corporate clients, private equity firms, and their portfolio companies across diverse sectors such as Life Sciences, Consumer Products, Mobility, and Technology. He possesses deep expertise in developing and leading large-scale business transformations, partnering with leaders to navigate significant strategic shifts and drive tangible impact. Marc is passionate about understanding how technology, particularly AI, reshapes industries and organizational structures. This includes focusing on the critical challenge of acquiring, developing, and nurturing the visionary leadership talent required for organizations to become flatter, more agile, and ultimately successful [...]

Phelps is thrilled to announce the acquisition of Gallagher’s Canadian Executive Search Practice—a strategic move that strengthens our national presence and expands operations in Calgary, Edmonton, and Montreal, deepening our reach across both Western and Eastern Canada. The addition of this team brings a legacy of executive search excellence, long-standing client relationships, and deep regional insight—enhancing the Phelps network with proven expertise and a shared commitment to excellence. Heather Phelps, Managing Partner, stated: "This acquisition represents a meaningful step in our firm’s evolution. It enhances our regional insight and capacity, allowing us to serve clients more effectively across the country while staying true to our bespoke, high-touch model.” "We’ve long admired the professionalism and values this team brings to the industry,” said Jayson Phelps, Senior Partner. "What makes this especially exciting is how naturally our cultures align—client- and candidate-focused, values-led, and committed to excellence.” The team will continue to operate with local leadership and deep regional knowledge—ensuring continuity for long-standing clients while integrating into Phelps’ national, customized search platform. Stronger Together: Expanding Our North American Presence with Panorama This acquisition follows a wave of momentum across the Panorama global network, including our U.S. partner Buffkin / Baker’s acquisition of Gallagher’s [...]