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Leadership Moves: December 6 – 19, 2024

Academic Search placed Dr. Tracy Cross as Dean of the College of Education and Human Development for the University of Louisiana at Lafayette Buffkin / Baker placed Kirk Pompeo as Chief Sales and Marketing Officer for Palmetto Infusion Coulter Partners placed Timothy Broke-Smith as Senior Vice President of Partnerships for Entia Furst Group placed Kimberly Foxworth, DNP as Chief Nurse Executive for St. Luke's Hospital Future Leadership placed Sarah Warby as Director of Professional Practice and Research for Loreto Kirribilli Glue Executive Search placed Magali Chait as Capital Campaign Director for the Instituto Tecnológico de Buenos Aires  HOBSON LEAVY placed Scott Westbury as Chief Executive Officer for Tonga Power Kaplan Partners placed Lynn Hobson as Chief Marketing Officer for WSFS Kincannon & Reed placed Douglas A. (“Dak”) Kaye, III as Chief Executive Officer for American Vanguard® Corporation Kincannon & Reed placed Leslie Osman as Chief Marketing and Communications Officer for ALCIVIA PFM Executive Search placed Kristofer (Kris) Nielsen as Vice President, People & Culture for Provincial Health Services Authority. Search Led by Allison Rzen and Maggie Ow PFM Executive Search placed Wendi Campbell as Chief Executive Officer for JA British Columbia Preng & Associates placed James Parr as Executive Vice [...]

By |2025-10-15T21:18:37-04:00December 16, 2024|Leadership Moves|Comments Off on Leadership Moves: December 6 – 19, 2024

MU ranked as a top Executive Search firm in France

MU is proud to announce that we have been awarded 4 stars in the "Les meilleurs cabinets de recrutement 2025" by "Les Echos", the prominent French business newspaper. The ranking was done in collaboration with Statista, a well-regarded company specialising in market and consumer data. The recent publication by "Les Echos," reflects the rigorous evaluation of recruitment firms based on client and candidate feedback, further solidifying MU's position as a premier executive search firm. The analysis by "Les Echos" sheds light on the continuing influence of "soft skills" and generative artificial intelligence in recruitment processes. Commenting on this achievement, Nathalie Mazy, Team Director at MU France, stated: "We are honored by this recognition. Our focus on understanding and meeting the unique requirements of each client, while ensuring a robust and inclusive recruitment process, is central to our success. MU continues to be recognized as a trusted advisor in the executive search industry, thanks to the expertise and dedication of our consultants and experts. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our clients for their unwavering trust and support. Our team of experts remains committed to providing reliable leadership advice, driving results, and fostering sustainable success.” connect with MU

By |2025-10-15T21:18:37-04:00December 16, 2024|Member News|Comments Off on MU ranked as a top Executive Search firm in France

TRANSEARCH International Adds Senior Consultant in Chile

TRANSEARCH International is pleased to announce the addition of Soledad Mosquera as a Senior Consultant in Chile. With over 18 years of Human Resources experience, Soledad specialises in executive search and strategic recruitment. A psychologist with a postgraduate degree in Human Resources Management from the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, she has successfully placed more than 300 leaders across Chile and Latin America. Her career highlights include key roles at Santander Group and MetLife Chile, where she managed recruitment and led organisational development initiatives. Most recently, she spent 14 years as Business and Operations Manager at Insigni – Mandomedio, overseeing recruitment in sectors such as financial services, healthcare, real estate, and telecommunications. Soledad’s expertise and regional insights will strengthen TRANSEARCH’s ability to deliver exceptional talent solutions. For more information, please contact the TRANSEARCH Press Room at contact@transearch.com. connect with transearch

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Boyden Expands in Europe by Appointing Six New Partners and One Principal

Boyden continues its investment within Europe appointing five new Partners and one new Principal. The partnership welcomes Partners Ignacio Serra in Spain, Costas Verginis, PhD. in Greece, Dr. Marcus Hoffmann and Dr. Maximilian Bader in Germany, Suresh Lal in the United Kingdom and Giulia Teodori in Italy. Richard Schmidt joins the Boyden Sweden as Principal to lead Boyden’s growth strategy in the Swedish market. Kathleen Dunton, Board Chair and Managing Partner, Germany, commented, “Boyden’s continued growth in Europe is a key part of our commitment to serving clients across the region. As the global talent landscape becomes increasingly complex in a post-pandemic world with breakthrough technological advances, our partner-led approach allows us to provide expertise and insights to our clients in a time of transformation. To meet their challenges, we’ve strengthened our team with global leaders who can help better navigate success in the European market.” New Partners and Principal: Ignacio Serra, Partner, Spain, brings over 25 years of executive search experience leading and advising companies in more than 15 countries worldwide. With deep strategic and operational expertise combined with an extensive network, Ignacio consistently delivers top-tier talent acquisition solutions for clients in the industrial, private equity, energy, and technology, media & telecommunications (TMT) sectors. Costas Verginis, PhD, Partner, Greece is a 30-year executive search veteran [...]

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Quinton Anthony: Pioneering the future of Executive Search with Kaiya.ai

Quinton Anthony has partnered with Kaiya.ai, becoming the first Australian executive search firm to integrate advanced AI technology into its processes, revolutionizing efficiency, precision, and inclusivity in talent acquisition.

By |2025-10-15T21:18:38-04:00December 11, 2024|Member Thought Leadership|Comments Off on Quinton Anthony: Pioneering the future of Executive Search with Kaiya.ai

AESC Welcomes Marlière & Partners into its Global Membership of Leading Executive Search and Leadership Consulting Firms as a Standalone Member

The Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC), the global professional association representing excellence in executive search and leadership advisory, is pleased to welcome Marlière & Partners as a standalone member. The firm was previously a member through IIC Partners. The firm’s acceptance follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure quality standards. “AESC is proud to welcome Marlière & Partners,” said AESC CEO Karen Greenbaum. “The firm shares our commitment to high-quality standards, and we look forward to working with them as we strengthen leadership together.” Established in 2010, Marlière & Partners is a Luxembourg-based executive search firm specializing in the financial services industry. The firm recruits rare profiles, experts, and senior executives for clients including leading wealth management, asset management, banking, insurance, and law firms. Marlière & Partners combines its local market knowledge with an international network of partners, enabling the firm to access candidates in numerous markets.  Marlière & Partners Partner Jean-François Marlière and Consultant Sabine Inghelbrecht commented: "The Luxembourg market knows a strong competition for finding the right talent, and attracting highly skilled people is a challenge for the country. Our AESC membership highlights our commitment to quality and integrity. It also reinforces our ambition to drive success for our [...]

By |2025-10-15T21:18:38-04:00December 11, 2024|Press Release|Comments Off on AESC Welcomes Marlière & Partners into its Global Membership of Leading Executive Search and Leadership Consulting Firms as a Standalone Member

Bedford Consulting Group: How to Upskill Your Team with a Renewable Energy Headhunter

The clean energy and sustainability sector is growing fast, with businesses needing leaders who can drive meaningful change, develop innovative solutions, and adapt to emerging technologies. However, many companies face challenges finding leaders with the skills and vision to meet these demands. This is where renewable energy headhunters come into play.

By |2025-10-15T21:18:38-04:00December 10, 2024|Member Thought Leadership|Comments Off on Bedford Consulting Group: How to Upskill Your Team with a Renewable Energy Headhunter

The Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants Welcomes Meissner & Partners as an Independent Member

The Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC), the global professional association representing excellence in executive search and leadership advisory, is pleased to welcome Meissner & Partners as an independent member. The firm was previously an AESC member through ECI Group for the past six years. The firm’s acceptance follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure quality standards. “AESC is proud to welcome Meissner & Partners,” said AESC CEO Karen Greenbaum. “The firm shares our commitment to high-quality standards, and we look forward to working with them as we strengthen leadership together.” With offices in Warsaw and Washington DC, Meissner & Partners blends global expertise with a bespoke boutique approach. In addition to executive search, Meissner & Partners provides executive coaching and leadership development, human capital, and a senior executive next steps (SENS) program. The firm partners with leading organizations across a wide range of industries, including technology, finance, pharmaceuticals, media, industrial, education, private equity, FMCG, non-profits, healthcare, and public institutions. Meissner & Partners CEO and Managing Partner Maja Meissner commented: “In our profession, where we work with people and their careers, ethics and a profound awareness of the delicate nature of our work are of the utmost significance. That is [...]

By |2025-10-15T21:18:38-04:00December 10, 2024|Press Release|Comments Off on The Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants Welcomes Meissner & Partners as an Independent Member

Demystifying the Role: What Is an Executive Search Consultant?

Hiring the right executives is crucial for the long-term success and growth of an organization. Executive search consultants play a critical role in helping organizations identify, assess, and attract top talent for such high-level positions, ultimately contributing to the organization’s success, competitiveness, and sustainability in today’s competitive marketplace.  Let’s unpack the role of the executive search consultant to fully understand what the position entails and why organizations choose to work with consultants.   Executive Search Consultant Defined  An executive search consultant is a professional who specializes in finding top-level talent for executive, senior-level, and board positions within organizations. These positions often include roles such as CEOs, CFOs, CTOs, VPs, directors, and board members.  Executive search consultants typically work for executive search firms. The firm – and its consultants – are hired by companies to identify, attract, assess, and place candidates who possess the necessary skills, experience, and qualifications to excel in these leadership roles.   Understanding the Role  The role of an executive search consultant involves a comprehensive understanding of the client's business, industry, and organizational culture, as well as a deep knowledge of the talent pool within their specialized niche.   Executive search consultants often work with a team of analysts and [...]

By |2025-10-15T21:18:38-04:00December 4, 2024|Blog|Comments Off on Demystifying the Role: What Is an Executive Search Consultant?
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