7 Reasons to Choose an AESC Firm
Working with AESC member firms can minimize risk and boost your hiring success. Read the blog to learn more.
Acertitude: Building for the Exit: How Talent Partners Can Place CFOs Who Drive Value
Acertitude Partner Heather Johnson explores how Chief Financial Officers shape the exit strategy – placing the right CFO early in the investment lifecycle can be the difference between a lucrative exit and a missed opportunity.
Leading Through the AI Revolution
Effective leaders need new skills and vision to weather the enterprise transformation It took Netflix 3.5 years to reach 1 million users; it took ChatGPT 5 days. Organizations are striving to harness the potential of Artificial Intelligence, the power and scope of which seem to change each week, making the role of leadership increasingly critical. As Raffaele Jacovelli, managing partner at HTP Group, says, “AI is not just a technological evolution, it’s a disruption, and when you have disruption, it’s going to provoke a leap. People will have difficulty adjusting.” There is a transformation imperative. Effective leaders will not only be required to understand at least some of AI’s technical aspects but also possess the vision, adaptability, and soft skills necessary to direct AI-driven transformation. And while the futurist and applied technology ethicist Nell Watson has said AI is “a dark bargain” and has called for a moratorium because of its frenetic growth pace, during an interview with HTP, Watson said she has an optimistic view of a future with AI. “It will be the Wild West for a while but then it will be systematized and there will be improved security.” Understanding the Challenges One of the primary challenges [...]
ECI Group Expands Global Reach with Ethos India Partnership
ECI Group is excited to welcome Ethos India as a valued partner in India, further strengthening its presence in one of the world’s fastest-growing executive search markets. With deep local expertise and a strong industry track record, Ethos India enhances ECI’s ability to deliver world-class leadership solutions tailored to the complexities of India’s dynamic business environment. "Our collaboration with Ethos India represents an important step in reinforcing our global capabilities. Their deep expertise in executive search and leadership consulting aligns seamlessly with our values, allowing us to offer even stronger strategic and cross-border talent solutions to our clients worldwide," said Marcus Meyer, Chairman of ECI Group. Ethos India: A Legacy of Leadership Excellence Founded in 2001, Ethos India has been instrumental in helping blue-chip multinational corporations establish and expand in India, and, family owned - professionally managed progressive companies. The firm specializes in manufacturing, engineering, and high-end ITES industries, Industry 4.0, offering high-impact leadership solutions tailored to each client’s needs. At the forefront of the firm is Deelip Amolic, a seasoned industry leader with 35 38 years of experience spanning sales, marketing, executive search, and leadership consulting. An electrical engineer with a Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing Management, Deelip’s career began as [...]
Peter Berry Consultancy: The Competencies of Great Leaders
Peter Berry Consultancy's latest whitepaper explores leadership strengths by job role and identifies the competencies that separate the most successful senior leaders from the rest of the pack.
Market Report: Australia
The Australia Market Report 2025 offers a comprehensive analysis of the executive search industry, providing critical insights into the forces shaping leadership talent in one of the Asia Pacific region’s most resilient and evolving economies. This report uncovers emerging trends, competitive dynamics, and strategic opportunities that will influence executive search and leadership consulting in the region. Key Highlights State of the Market The Australian executive search industry is evolving, with 11.6% CAGR growth since 2018 despite economic headwinds Economic & Business Impact Inflation, interest rate hikes, and geopolitical instability are reshaping demand for leadership talent. Technology & AI Integration The rise of AI-driven talent identification, leadership assessment, and process automation is transforming search firms. Talent Challenges Executive talent shortages, internal recruitment shifts, and fee pressures are changing how firms add value. Industry Outlook Key sectors, including healthcare, energy, and education, are driving growth, while interim executive demand is surging. Diversity & Inclusion A shift beyond gender representation to a broader focus on cultural, industry, and generational diversity is redefining leadership search. Research Methodology This report is backed by expert insights, data-driven analysis, and real-world perspectives from AESC’s global and Australian leadership surveys. We conducted in-depth interviews with top executive search [...]
Leadership Moves: March 6 – 19, 2025
Academic Search placed Khatmeh Osseiran-Hanna as Senior Vice President of Institutional Advancement for St. Catherine University Buffkin / Baker placed Daniel Czech as Dean, School of Applied Science for the University of Mississippi. Search led by Martin Baker and Chelsie Whitelock. Buffkin / Baker placed Wendy Buntin as Executive Director for ALSAC for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Search led by Roland Lundy and Ben Williams. Coulter Partners placed Dr. Brian Burg as Chief Innovation Officer for Sensome Coulter Partners placed Jonathan Sadeh as Executive Vice President, Chief Medical Officer & Head of R&D for Bausch Health Furst Group placed Guang-Yu Tan as Chair of Pathology for Virginia Commonwealth University Furst Group placed Shannon Diede as Chief Executive Officer for The Children's Clinic Future Leadership placed Abdel-rahman Bassal as Executive Director, Research Innovation and Digital Health for the Women’s and Children’s Health Network Future Leadership placed Eithne Irving as Chief Executive Officer for the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons Glue Executive Search placed Emiliano Josfal as Chief Technology Officer for ECIPSA HOBSON LEAVY placed Paula ter Brake as Chief Executive Officer for Chubb Life Insurance Kaplan Partners placed Carly Buchanan as Chief People Officer for F&M Bank Kincannon & Reed [...]
TRANSEARCH: Why creating a psychosocially safe environment should be a strategic imperative for your organization
TRANSEARCH Australia explores why creating a psychosocially safe environment is not just a legal obligation, but a strategic imperative that directly impacts your organization and individual resilience, productivity, and the bottom line.
Spencer Stuart: Accelerating women in leadership: How far can we go?
The path forward for women is one of open-ended possibility when leaders and organizations take action.
Signium Elects Board of Directors
Executive search and leadership consulting firm Signium proudly announces the election of its 2025+ board of directors: Annelize van Rensburg, Director of Executive Search in Johannesburg, South Africa was re-elected as Chair. Felipa Xara-Brasil, Managing Partner in Lisbon, Portugal was elected as Vice Chair. Says, Annelize van Rensburg, chair of Signium, “I am privileged to serve a second term on the board and honoured for the trust my fellow board members have placed in me as chair. As Signium continues on a path of growth, we are optimistic about the future. In a time of constant and rapid change, the human touch is vital for great leadership to make a positive difference that is felt at all levels. Our goal remains to deliver exceptional executive search and leadership advisory services to our clients, and together we will navigate a future where society can thrive.” The Board also welcomes Jiyeon Kim, Managing Partner in Seoul, South Korea; and Martin GP Bernard, Executive Search Partner in Brussels, Belgium. Each of the four recently elected directors will serve 3-year terms. They join returning Director Johannes Eng, Partner in Gothenburg, Sweden. Johannes joined the Board in 2023 and has one-year remaining on his 3-year term. With decades of cross-industry experience [...]
