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Rick DeRose Awarded for Excellence in Executive Search

Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants Excellence Award presented at annual global conference in New York   Today at their annual AESC Global Conference in New York, the Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC) honored Rick DeRose, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Acertitude, with the AESC Award of Excellence for his impact on the profession.   Karen Greenbaum, AESC President & CEO, commented: “Rick DeRose’s stellar career demonstrates a true commitment to the high-quality standards demanded by AESC. As he’s grown his businesses, he has maintained these standards while elevating the profession.”  Throughout his 25-plus-year career in the executive search and leadership consulting industry, Rick has founded and built two reputable firms, brought new consultants into the profession, provided a great place for consultants to do meaningful work, and elevated the profession’s reputation.  “Rick’s impact in the executive search and leadership consulting domain has been nothing short of extraordinary,” said Ed Meyercord, President & CEO of Extreme Networks. Rick has worked closely with the organization on 14 executive appointments in the last six years. “His high standards and commitment to the industry are not merely compliance, but a testament to his unwavering belief in the value of helping people unleash their human [...]

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AESC CEO Karen Greenbaum Recognized with IDEA Award

Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants IDEA Award presented at annual global conference in New York    Today at their annual AESC Global Conference in New York, the Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC) honored Karen Greenbaum, CEO of AESC, with the AESC IDEA Award for her commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity and access.    Karen has served as CEO at AESC for the last decade. Within that time, she has played a critical role in advancing the profession, ensuring that AESC sets the quality standards for the profession globally while shining a light on the high-impact work done by AESC members.  Karen has remained a vigilant champion for inclusion, diversity, equity and access in the profession. In the aftermath of the murder of George Floyd, Karen led AESC through a genuine diversity, fairness and belonging awakening. Together with CEOs from AESCs largest member firms, Karen co-authored AESC’s Diversity Pledge and Guiding Principles. The pledge, which has since been signed by 150-plus CEOs, is a bold commitment to combatting bigotry. Each CEO who signs this pledge is committing to developing and deepening actions toward inclusion within their own firms, with the clients and candidates they serve, and in their communities.  Six original [...]

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Candidate Background Screening in Executive Search

In 2021, the AESC and Mintz Group, the AESC’s exclusive due diligence partner and an industry leader in background screening of executive and board candidates, conducted a survey of AESC members concerning background screening in executive search. The survey covered a wide range of issues, including the mechanics of how background searches are conducted, which red flags are of greatest concern, and what role the then-novel technology of artificial intelligence might play. Significant changes have unfolded since the initial survey. The dynamics of the executive talent market have shifted. Regulations regarding the use of personal information by potential employers continue to evolve. And AI has increasingly become part of the background screening toolkit, as users work to understand the technology’s potential and limitations. The 2024 AESC-Mintz Group survey revisits many of the themes addressed in the 2021 survey, and also probes new issues. View Now and Download

By |2025-10-15T21:19:50-04:00May 14, 2024|Research & Guides|Comments Off on Candidate Background Screening in Executive Search

Heidrick & Struggles: Board effectiveness focus: Why directors with HR expertise help boards do better

As boards’ responsibilities become more complex and they seek to become more effective, adding more directors with HR expertise can help, as highlighted by our interviews with 18 sitting board members.

By |2025-10-15T21:19:50-04:00May 13, 2024|Member Thought Leadership|Comments Off on Heidrick & Struggles: Board effectiveness focus: Why directors with HR expertise help boards do better

Acertitude: 3 Must Haves for Increasing CMO Tenure at SaaS Companies

Chief marketing officers are adept multitaskers, skillfully balancing responsibilities such as driving growth, building brand equity, and ensuring customer satisfaction. So we ask: What is the prescription for reducing CMO attrition in SaaS environments?

By |2025-10-15T21:19:50-04:00May 10, 2024|Member Thought Leadership|Comments Off on Acertitude: 3 Must Haves for Increasing CMO Tenure at SaaS Companies

Odgers Berndtson: How To Get On Your First Board, Step By Step

There are seven steps to taking your seat in the boardroom, as the Odgers Berndtson's ‘First Board’ guide explains.

By |2025-10-15T21:19:50-04:00May 7, 2024|Member Thought Leadership|Comments Off on Odgers Berndtson: How To Get On Your First Board, Step By Step

Acertitude Honored on Forbes 2024 List of America’s Best Executive Recruiting Firms

Acertitude is proud to be recognized on the prestigious Forbes 2024 list of “America’s Best Executive Recruiting Firms.” “Year after year, our brand continues to grow, and it is an honor to once again be recognized as one of America’s premier executive search firms. This achievement underscores the dedication and talent of everyone here at Acertitude around the globe,” said Kevin O’Neill, co-founder and managing partner. “The success of recruiting exceptional talent and building strategic relationships with clients is a collective endeavor. This milestone is a testament to the collaborative efforts of our entire team, each contributing significantly to transforming our clients’ visions into tangible outcomes.” In 2015, O’Neill, together with Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Rick DeRose, launched Acertitude driven by their mutual dedication to revolutionizing client experiences and outcomes in the industry. With a vision to redefine executive search, the firm prioritized investments in a team of motivated professionals, developed an innovative, adaptable platform, and established a purpose-driven brand committed to unlocking human potential. Another output has been a thriving client base, including some of the world’s premier private equity firms, large global enterprises, fast-growing mid-sized businesses, and innovative startups across Business Services, Consumer, Energy, Financial Services, Healthcare & [...]

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Leadership Moves: April 26 – May 9, 2024

Academic Search placed Dr. Teresa Garrett as Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs & Provost for Hendrix College BoardWalk Consulting placed Kim R. Ford as Chief Executive Officer for Girl Scouts Nation's Capital Boyden placed David Chalmers as new Board Director for Amilia. A recruitment co-led by Managing Partner, Sébastien Zuchowski & Partner, Claudia Pascu. Boyden placed Jeff McLean as new Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer for GiantTiger. A recruitment co-led by Managing Partner, Jim Harmon, Partner, Michael Lewis & Principal, Claire Leroux. Buffkin / Baker placed Kevin Moore as Chief Executive Officer for Impact Medical (formerly Weiss Medical). Search led by Jen Coleman and Britt Adams Buffkin / Baker placed Tim Hadley as President for Palmetto Infusion. Search led by Jackson Ross and Ryan Baggett. Emu Search placed Stuart Roberts as Chief Revenue Officer for Compass Furst Group placed Anthony Mulholland as Chief Nursing Officer, Ambulatory Services Glue Executive Search placed Fernanda Perez Cometto as General Manager of Corporate Communications for Toyota Argentina Hobson Leavy placed Pete Searle as GM Corporate Services + Chief Financial Officer for BRANZ Hobson Leavy placed Sjaan Evans as Chief Operating Officer for Pacific Clinical Research Network (PCRN) Ichor Leadership placed Sam [...]

By |2025-10-15T21:19:51-04:00May 6, 2024|Leadership Moves|Comments Off on Leadership Moves: April 26 – May 9, 2024

Russell Reynolds Associates expands its Technology Practice in Singapore with New Partner Irene Chan

Leadership advisory firm Russell Reynolds Associates (RRA) announced today that Irene Chan has joined the firm as a key member of our global Technology Sector, based in Singapore. Chan has an extensive experience spanning across TMT, Aviation, Real Estate, Transportation, Engineering, and Construction, working with clients supporting their digital and technology transformation journey for more than 20 years. “We are absolutely thrilled to have Irene joined the Russell Reynolds team,” said Ulrike Wieduwilt, Head of Russell Reynolds Associates Singapore. “With her wealth of knowledge advising boards and C-suites on transformation and change in a landscape of digital disruption and innovation, Irene’s deep industry knowledge will be valuable to our clients as they navigate through these unprecedented times.” Prior to joining Russell Reynolds Associates, Chan was a Managing Director and Senior Client Account Leader in Accenture’s Products client group specializing across Mobility and Transportation services, Real Estate, Aviation services, Engineering and Construction. She also spent 13 years in the mobile infrastructure industry focusing on corporate strategy and business development. “I am excited to return to RRA to continue to work with exceptional clients in the firm’s technology practice on their most important leadership issues,” said Irene Chan. Chan holds an Honours degree in Finance & Marketing from the [...]

By |2025-10-15T21:19:51-04:00May 6, 2024|Member News|Comments Off on Russell Reynolds Associates expands its Technology Practice in Singapore with New Partner Irene Chan
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