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AESC Adds Eight EMEA Council Members

The Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants also appoints new officers The Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC), representing the top executive search and leadership consulting firms worldwide, today announces 2024 officers and representatives to the AESC EMEA Council. The Council consists of elected officers and representatives from AESC Member executive search and leadership advisory firms from across Europe and Africa.    Clare Mahon, Managing Director, Europe, Middle East & Africa, commented, “The diverse expertise and unwavering dedication the EMEA Council members bring to our profession will propel us toward new heights of success in 2024. I am delighted to have the opportunity to work with them.”  New Council Members for 2024  Thorsten Amend-Schnaar, Frankfurt-based Executive Partner at Höchsmann & Company GmbH & Co. KG, has provided executive search and leadership consulting since 2013. He primarily supports medium-sized companies, family-owned companies and international corporations in search, succession planning, coaching and management appraisals.  Alice Breeden, London-based Partner and Regional Co-Managing Partner of the CEO & Board of Directors Practice in Europe and Africa at Heidrick and Struggles, has over 20 years of experience working at the senior executive and board level. She leads work with boards and leadership teams worldwide on a [...]

By |2025-10-15T21:20:06-04:00April 3, 2024|Press Release|Comments Off on AESC Adds Eight EMEA Council Members
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Eight New AESC Council of the Americas Members Selected

The Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants also appoints new officers   The Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC), representing the top executive search and leadership consulting firms worldwide, today announces 2024 officers and representatives appointed to the AESC Council of the Americas. The Council consists of elected officers and representatives from AESC Member executive search and leadership advisory firms from across the Americas region.  Lynne Murphy-Rivera, Managing Director, Americas, commented, “It’s always exciting to welcome new officers and council members to the AESC Americas Council as it brings opportunities for new connections. Each Council member brings diverse experience and a passion for our profession. I am looking forward to what we’ll achieve together in 2024.”  New Council Members for 2024  Sandra Olive Bäcker, Managing Partner, Bäcker & Partners / AltoPartners based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, has more than 20 years of experience in executive search. She currently specializes in executive search and leadership consulting for senior management in the local and Latin American markets. Sandra is also a Columnist in renowned newspapers and magazines.    Sherrie Barch​, CEO and Co-Founder of Furst Group & NuBrick Partners / IIC Partners based in Chicago, IL, has more than 35 years of experience helping [...]

By |2025-10-15T21:20:06-04:00April 3, 2024|Press Release|Comments Off on Eight New AESC Council of the Americas Members Selected
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Amrop: Survival of the Fittest: How C-suite Roles Are Evolving – The CEO

CEOs must transcend technical proficiency, embodying the role of sensemaker while navigating turbulent waters.

By |2025-10-15T21:20:06-04:00April 3, 2024|Member Thought Leadership|Comments Off on Amrop: Survival of the Fittest: How C-suite Roles Are Evolving – The CEO
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Rasd: The Role of HR in Family-Owned Businesses: Challenges and Solution

Approximately 90% of the global private sector economy is comprised of family-owned businesses, a trend that extends to the GCC region.

By |2025-10-15T21:20:06-04:00April 3, 2024|Member Thought Leadership|Comments Off on Rasd: The Role of HR in Family-Owned Businesses: Challenges and Solution
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Stanton Chase: Top 10 Questions CEOs Need to Ask When Interviewing a Chief Commercial Officer

The job of Chief Commercial Officers (CCOs) is becoming more and more important. They provide essential guidance for businesses. Let’s break down what these versatile leaders do in simple terms...

By |2025-10-15T21:20:06-04:00April 1, 2024|Member Thought Leadership|Comments Off on Stanton Chase: Top 10 Questions CEOs Need to Ask When Interviewing a Chief Commercial Officer
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Coulter Partners: D, E & I: VIEWS FROM LEADERSHIP SERIES – Yael Gruenbaum-Cohen, Partner at aMoon and Founder of WE@HealthTech

Coulter Partners spoke to Dr. Yael Gruenbaum-Cohen, Partner at aMoon, a global Health Tech and Life Sciences investment fund and Founder of WE@HealthTech, a programme for female leadership talent in Health Tech.

By |2025-10-15T21:20:07-04:00March 27, 2024|Member Thought Leadership|Comments Off on Coulter Partners: D, E & I: VIEWS FROM LEADERSHIP SERIES – Yael Gruenbaum-Cohen, Partner at aMoon and Founder of WE@HealthTech
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Spencer Stuart: The Rise of the Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer

Despite existing senior technology roles like CDOs, CIOs, and others, the necessity for a chief artificial intelligence officer (CAIO) is evident, provided there's thoughtful consideration and adequate support.

By |2025-10-15T21:20:07-04:00March 26, 2024|Member Thought Leadership|Comments Off on Spencer Stuart: The Rise of the Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer
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Eric Salmon & Partners Announce Partnership with SDA Bocconi

SDA Bocconi and Eric Salmon & Partners proudly announce the signing of a strategic partnership agreement aimed at establishing the “Osservatorio Donne Executive Corporate Governance Lab di SDA Bocconi “. Spearheaded by Professor Alessandro Minichilli of SDA Bocconi and bolstered by the expertise of Eric Salmon & Partners’ consultants, Laura Fabbro, Simonetta Cavasin, and Honorary Chairman, Massimo Milletti, the initiative is set to monitor the advancement of female representation within the Executive Committees of both listed and a substantial selection of unlisted companies over a comprehensive three-year timeframe. Initially centered on Italian corporate entities, the project has envisioned subsequent expansion into other European territories. Through the analysis of development paths, corporate best practices, and the skills of women already in executive roles, the research aims to provide a three-year observatory and trend indications that can support the creation of a female managerial class eligible for future top positions. The research data will be made public annually. Eric Salmon & Partners, leveraging their wealth of experience and skill set, will actively contribute to the project's success. connect with eric & salmon partners

By |2025-10-15T21:20:07-04:00March 25, 2024|Member News|Comments Off on Eric Salmon & Partners Announce Partnership with SDA Bocconi
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Heidrick & Struggles Announces Promotions of Partners, Principals, and Senior Client Principals across Executive Search, Heidrick Consulting, and On-Demand Talent Businesses

Heidrick & Struggles (Nasdaq: HSII), a premier provider of global leadership advisory and on-demand talent solutions, announced the promotions of 11 Partners, 15 Principals, and two Senior Client Principals in its Executive Search, Heidrick Consulting, and On-Demand Talent businesses globally. "We are delighted to announce our latest promotions as Heidrick & Struggles recognizes that the key to our success is investing internally in our people," said Tom Monahan, CEO. "These consultants and their values, expertise, strong leadership, innovative thinking, and commitment represent the best of our firm." The promoted consultants are based in 18 cities across nine countries. Individuals promoted to Partner, their Practice and their city are: Gina Connelly, Global Technology & Services (Boston) Emilie Johnson, Industrial (Calgary) Sherree Kendal, Industrial (London) Guido LaPorta, Healthcare & Life Sciences (Philadelphia) Hugh Marshall, Global Technology & Services (San Francisco) Lydia Peraza, Consumer Markets (Mexico City) Sandra Pinnavaia, On-Demand Talent (New York City) Katherine Pluck, Financial Services (Boston) Jane Schroeder, Heidrick Consulting (London) Dhiraj Shetty, Industrial (Mumbai) Karthik Vedagiri, Global Technology & Services (Bangalore) Individuals promoted to Principal: Ashley Beavan, Heidrick Consulting (Houston) Marcus Cole, Financial Services (New York City) Tina Dover, Healthcare & Life Sciences (New York City) Kathrin Fox, Heidrick Consulting (Munich) Georgia [...]

By |2025-10-15T21:20:07-04:00March 25, 2024|Member News|Comments Off on Heidrick & Struggles Announces Promotions of Partners, Principals, and Senior Client Principals across Executive Search, Heidrick Consulting, and On-Demand Talent Businesses
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Leadership Moves: March 15 – 28, 2024

Academic Search placed Dr. Heather Koopman as Dean of the College of Science and Mathematics for Kennesaw State University Academic Search placed Tohan Howell as Vice President for Enrollment Management for Farmingdale State College Buffkin / Baker placed Fabrizio Ferronato as Chief Financial Officer for Jiffy Shirts. Search led by Raj Das and Jeannine Centanni. Calibrate placed Dana Gray as Chief Legal Talent & Inclusion Officer for Fish & Richardson Fisher Leadership placed Annie Revell as Chief Executive Officer for Knoxbrooke Furst Group placed Sabrina King as Vice President of Human Resources for Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education Glue Executive Search placed Valeria Loderer as Chief Executive Officer Latam for Leuru Group Harbour West Consulting placed Carolyn Caseñas as Chief Librarian for the New Westminster Public Library Hobson Leavy placed Jonathan Duncan as Chief Commercial Officer for ProCare Hobson Leavy placed Scott Maud as Chief Financial Officer for Trade Me Key Search placed Taneli Kivelä as Growth Marketing Lead for Hapimag Kincannon & Reed placed Alexandra (Alex) Dunn as President and Chief Executive Officer for CropLife America  PFM Executive Search placed Carol Brown and Alicia Williams to the Board of Directors for Consumer Protection BC Royer Thompson placed Gaetan [...]

By |2025-10-15T21:20:07-04:00March 25, 2024|Leadership Moves|Comments Off on Leadership Moves: March 15 – 28, 2024
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