AltoPartners is thrilled to announce the addition of Headlight International AB, a premier executive search and leadership solutions firm based in Stockholm, to our global network. Led by Peter Gullström and supported by respected Swedish search partners, Headlight International AB boasts a robust multi-national client base across various industry sectors in Sweden. Building on a year of remarkable growth in 2024, which saw the inclusion of new member firms in Spain (Leaderland Iberia S.L), Ireland (Cronin Partners International Search), UAE (EVRIMA), and Japan (Hayashi Consulting Co. Ltd), AltoPartners continues its upward trajectory into 2025. With the addition of member firms in Brazil (Evermonte Executive Search) and Sweden in January 2025, our global footprint now spans 64 offices in 37 countries across 6 continents. "We are delighted to join AltoPartners and thereby get access to a global network of like minded search professionals. Our membership will clearly be beneficial for our internationally oriented clients and we look forward to contributing to the forthcoming expansion of AltoPartners in both Norway and Finland," said Peter Gullström, Founder and Managing Partner at Headlight International AB. Sonal Agrawal, AltoPartners Global Chair, notes: “Identifying and onboarding a new partner is a meticulous process. It requires extensive [...]

KBRS is proud to announce the launch of the Emerging Indigenous Leaders Scholarship, developed in partnership with Indigenous Treaty Partners (ITP). Recognizing the importance of Indigenous leadership, KBRS acknowledges the privilege of living and working on the traditional territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island. Through consultation work, KBRS has collaborated with Indigenous scholars, leaders, and Elders, deepening its understanding of the impact of leadership and the importance of supporting emerging leaders. This scholarship is designed to assist Indigenous students in advancing their post-secondary education while enhancing their leadership skills. About the Scholarship: Indigenous students currently enrolled in post-secondary education are encouraged to apply for the scholarship, valued at $2,500. The application deadline is February 17, 2025. connect with KBRS

Çağrı Alkaya named Global Chair in leadership transition Çağrı Alkaya, Managing Partner of Stanton Chase London and former Board member and Vice Chair, Regions, has been elected as Global Chair of the Board at Stanton Chase, succeeding Kristof Reynvoet.  Panos Manolopoulos, Managing Partner at Stanton Chase Dubai and Greater China, will assume the role of Global Vice Chair, Regions, vacated by Çağrı Alkaya.  The Board will maintain its strong foundation of leadership with continuing members Bernardita Mena Aldunate (Global Vice Chair, People Excellence), Ken Nimitz (Global Vice Chair, Finance), and Tom Christensen (Global Vice Chair, Practice Groups), whose expertise and experience will continue to be assets to the organization.  “The past years have been an incredible journey,” said Kristof Reynvoet. “Working alongside such accomplished colleagues, we’ve not only achieved milestone after milestone but also built strong foundations for future growth. I can’t think of anyone better suited than Çağrı to lead us into our next chapter.” “I’m truly honored to take on this role,” said Çağrı Alkaya. “Kristof has been a wonderful colleague, leader, and friend to many of us. Building on our work of the past two years, we’ll continue to focus on what matters most—our people, our clients, and the collaborative spirit that makes Stanton Chase [...]