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Coulter Partners Announces Promotion of Penny Sadler to Managing Partner

Coulter Partners announces the strengthening of its management team with the promotion of Penny Sadler as Managing Partner. Penny Sadler brings 30 years of global search experience to her new role, with a specialization in medtech, diagnostics, and life sciences tools. She also possesses deep expertise in Benelux pharmaceuticals, as well as biotech startups and scaleups. As head of Coulter Partners’ Belgium office, she has demonstrated exceptional leadership and a profound understanding of the life sciences landscape. "Penny’s promotion reflects her outstanding contributions and her unparalleled expertise in life sciences executive search," said Nicholas Green, CEO at Coulter Partners. "Her extensive track record, spanning over three decades, and her ability to navigate the complexities of the global life sciences market make her an invaluable asset to our clients and our firm. Beyond her expertise, Penny is an inspirational team player with a collaborative global mindset, and her passion and dedication to excellence will be instrumental in driving Coulter Partners on its next phase of growth." Penny’s career includes 15 years with Spencer Stuart and 7 years with Korn Ferry, where she developed an extensive track record covering all functional areas across Europe. She joined Coulter Partners in 2019, building on her experience by establishing a strong medtech executive [...]

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DSG Global (Diversified Search Group) Appoints Rob Alessandrini as Chief Financial Officer

DSG Global (Diversified Search Group) a leading executive search and consulting firm, is pleased to announce the appointment of Rob Alessandrini, CFA, as its Chief Financial Officer. Alessandrini brings significant financial leadership experience to DSG, including an impressive track record in corporate finance, strategic planning, and investment management. Rob joins DSG following an exceptional tenure as Chief Financial Officer at The Judge Group, a renowned staffing, training, and business solutions company. During his time there, he played a pivotal role in driving growth and operational excellence. His earlier experience includes key roles as an international equity analyst at DuPont Capital Management and as a financial analyst at The Vanguard Group, where he honed his expertise in financial modeling and investment strategies. “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 organization and support our clients. Rob’s leadership will help us continue our growth trajectory and remain strategically agile in achieving our mission to make a positive impact on the future of leadership.” Rob’s extensive credentials include the Chartered Financial Analyst [...]

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JM Search Bolsters Executive Recruitment Team for Growing Consumer Sector

The Firm welcomes three highly experienced executive recruiters to support growing demand for C-Suite talent across the dynamic consumer industry JM Search, the leading retained executive search firm for private equity, and other growth-oriented private and public organizations, announces the expansion of its team of experts dedicated to recruiting executives for Consumer businesses. JM Search is experiencing rapid growth in the consumer goods market, necessitating exceptional leaders to navigate the evolving landscape. With expertise in Consumer Products, Food & Beverage, Consumer Digital & eCommerce, Consumer Services, Retail, and Cannabis, the Firm is committed to building a best-in-class team of experts that bring both industry and functional specialization to each engagement. To meet clients’ growing needs across the sector, JM Search is proud to welcome John Foristall, Heidi Rustin, and Jennifer Green to the Consumer Practice. John Foristall, Partner, brings over 20 years of operating experience as a CFO and finance leader in the Consumer space. He began his career as a CPA in audit at Arthur Andersen and quickly moved into FP&A. From there, he has held leadership roles in finance for organizations such as Shoes.com, Nike, and Bauer Hockey. Most recently, he was a Partner at True Search. John’s unique background adds exceptional capability to the Consumer Practice, where he [...]

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TRANSEARCH: Rethinking Organizational Culture: A Leadership Imperative

In this episode of Talent Talks, host Rob Adams sits down with John O. Burdett, Founder of Orxestra® Inc. to challenge conventional wisdom and offer a fresh perspective on organizational culture.

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Mercuri Urval: Talent Strategies Seek to Attract and Retain Top Performers

Last year, MU conducted together with Ipsos the MU Executive Barometer for the Consumer Goods, FMCG, and Retail Sectors.

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AIMS International Welcomes New Partner in Thailand

AIMS International, a global leader in executive search and leadership advisory services, is delighted to announce its expansion into Thailand with the launch of AIMS Thailand, led by Managing Director Santi Campanella. This new partnership underscores AIMS International's commitment to strengthening its presence in Southeast Asia, a region of growing economic significance. AIMS Thailand brings a wealth of expertise in executive search, talent management, board services, and family business advising, with a particular focus on organizational strategy, assessment and succession, talent acquisition, leadership development, and rewards and benefits. These services are tailored to meet the unique needs of clients across various industries, including industrial, consumer markets, technology, and financial services. "We are thrilled to join AIMS International, as this partnership allows us to elevate our executive search and leadership consulting services in Thailand. By integrating with AIMS International's global network, we gain access to world-class resources and cross-border expertise, ensuring a seamless and high-quality recruitment experience for our clients," said Santi Campanella, Managing Director of AIMS Thailand. "We look forward to collaborating with AIMS International’s extensive global network to bring world-class solutions to Thailand, leveraging international best practices to deliver exceptional leadership solutions." Santi Campanella, a seasoned HR professional with over 20 [...]

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Leadership Moves – March 20 – April 2, 2025

Academic Search placed Paul Zinck as Vice President, Administration and Operations for Milwaukee Area Technical College Buffkin / Baker placed Austin Mudd as Senior Vice President of Operations for VersiCare Group. Search led by Jackson Ross and Ryan Baggett. Buffkin / Baker placed Daniel Czech as Dean, School of Applied Sciences for the University of Mississippi. Search led by Martin Baker & Chelsie Whitelock. Coulter Partners placed Dr. Amrik Basran as Chief Scientific Officer of ExpressionEdits Furst Group placed Mandy Eaton as President & Chief Executive Officer for Memorial Health Furst Group placed Shelly Powell as Vice President, Clinical Operations for LifeCenter Northwest Future Leadership placed Christopher Foster-McBride as Executive Director, Digital Health and Innovation for Northern Adelaide Local Health Network Future Leadership placed Toni Shearing as Executive Director, Aboriginal Health for Northern Adelaide Local Health Network Glue Executive Search placed Tomas Quinteros as Chief Operating Officer for Saint-Gobain Kaplan Partners placed Annie Murphy as Executive Director for Clarifi Kincannon & Reed placed Rob Clamp as Chief Operating Officer for Izzio Artisan Bakery PFM Executive Search placed Chaundra Willms as Executive Director, Nurse Practitioners, Strategy & Practice for Island Health Quinton Anthony placed David Willows as Commercial & Projects Control [...]

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JM Search: CSO vs. CRO vs. CCO: Which Executive Does Your Company Need?

Chief Sales Officer (CSO)? Chief Revenue Officer (CRO)? Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)? Which executive do we need to support our growth strategy?

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IIC Partners: The Future of AI in Executive Search: Uses and Limitations

AI has been a game-changer in many industries when it comes to efficiency and data processing. Here are a few ways AI can be used to improve the executive search process.

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AltoPartners Featured in HR Outlook, Recognizes AESC

AltoPartners has been featured in HR Outlook, highlighting its expertise in leadership talent solutions. In the write-up, AltoPartners acknowledges the Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC) for its role in upholding excellence and integrity in the executive search profession. As an AESC member, AltoPartners reaffirms its commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards in serving clients worldwide. Read the full feature here: HR Outlook - AltoPartners. Connect with AltoPartners

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