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 & [...]

Top 10 executive search firm Diversified Search Group announced today the appointment of Jennifer Mason, PhD, as a Managing Director in the firm’s industry-leading Education Practice. With over two decades of experience spanning various sectors within the education ecosystem, Dr. Mason’s wealth of expertise and insights aligns with the firm’s reputation and commitment to providing unparalleled leadership solutions and expertise to clients across industries. “We’re thrilled to have Dr. Mason join our esteemed team of experts, especially at a time when the dynamics of leadership in higher education are rapidly evolving,” says Aileen K. Alexander, CEO at Diversified Search Group. “Dr. Mason’s extensive experience and dedication to advancing change and partnering with clients in some of the country’s most prestigious institutions aligns with our efforts to make meaningful strides in shaping the future of education leadership.” Dr. Mason has successfully led collaborative engagements with higher education institutions, edtech companies, associations, foundations, and other influential organizations dedicated to driving positive change within the education landscape. As the founder of her own consulting practice, she provided strategic guidance to prominent clients such as Johns Hopkins University, the National Institute of Health, and the World Bank Education Group. “I am delighted to join [...]

Heidrick & Struggles (Nasdaq: HSII) added a partner to both its Executive Search and Heidrick Consulting businesses in Asia Pacific in February and March 2024. Alvin Ng joined the Hong Kong office as a partner in the Global Industrial Practice and the Supply Chain & Operations Offices Practice, working across multiple sectors and industry verticals. Previously, he co-led the supply chain center of expertise for Asia Pacific for another global talent and organization advisory firm. "In this era of digital disruption, our clients are looking for broad expertise regarding their workforce planning and strategy," said Stephen McAlinden, Regional Leader, Asia Pacific and the Middle East. "Alvin will support their digital transformation journey through his extensive experience identifying and developing talent, in addition to advising on organizational strategies for their supply chains."    Fiona McIntosh joined the Melbourne office as a partner in the Heidrick Consulting business. Her work with executives and organizations on talent, culture and organization solutions helped mitigate business challenges faced in strategy development. Previously, she was the CEO of FIGHTMND and prior to that was Managing Director of Hunter McAllister consultancy after spending the first 20 years of her career with another global executive search firm in addition to BCG and Deloitte. "Fiona's passion for building capabilities is evident in her proven track record to impactfully [...]

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 [...]

TRANSEARCH Tokyo proudly announces the addition of Raita Suzuki and Yoko Sasaki to its esteemed team.  Raita Suzuki, a seasoned consultant, brings expertise in Financial Services, Consumer Goods & Retail, and Manufacturing. With a background in management within the Life Insurance sector, Raita adds valuable insights to the team. Raita is a graduate of Keio University (BA).  Yoko Sasaki brings nearly 23 years of expertise in executive coaching and organizational development consulting. A trailblazer in coaching since its inception in Japan, Yoko has held leadership roles at a pioneering coaching firm. At TRANSEARCH Japan, she focuses on leadership development coaching and organizational consulting.  Her extensive experience spans various sectors, coaching CEOs and department heads, with a systemic approach targeting individual and team performance improvement. Yoko is a graduate of Aoyama Gakuin University (BA) and holds credentials including International Coaching Federation Master Certified Coach.  TRANSEARCH Tokyo is thrilled to have Raita Suzuki and Yoko Sasaki on board, enriching its capabilities and contributing to its mission of delivering exceptional executive search and leadership consulting services.  connect with transearch

AltoPartners is proud to welcome Evrima, the boutique executive search and leadership solutions firm with offices in Abu Dhabi and London. Headed by Karla Dorsch, the Evrima team specializes in buy-side financial services, with a strong client base comprising asset managers, private banks, investment companies, sovereign wealth funds and family offices. “We are delighted to have Evrima aboard. Their area of expertise complements our partners in Dubai and opens considerable scope for synergistic growth in the UAE and due to the scope and depth of Ms Dorsch’s network, further opportunities across Europe and North America. Ms Dorsch is a respected and well-known figure in the financial services sector and a seasoned executive search practitioner. She and her team will be an asset to our global financial services practice,” said Sonal Agrawal, the Global Chair for AltoPartners. Ms Dorsch, who is based in Abu Dhabi, said that she and her team were ideally placed to help international firms looking to join the migratory and investment influx to the Middle East, particularly to the UAE and Dubai. “It’s an exciting time to be working in the Emirates. The UAE’s foreign direct investment boom and national reputation uplift mean that companies have access to some of [...]