Odgers Berndtson is excited to announce that Brett Irwin has joined the firm as a Principal in the Aerospace, Defense & and Security Practice, based in Washington, D.C. Brett specializes in recruiting world-class leaders in technology services, artificial intelligence, and data analytics for the national security community. Brett brings a wealth of executive search and leadership advisory experience to the team. Prior to joining Odgers Berndtson, he founded and led a boutique search firm in Zurich, Switzerland. He began his career in recruitment in the Zurich office of a global talent acquisition consultancy. Before transitioning to the private sector, Brett served as an intelligence officer in the U.S. Army, leading unmanned aviation operators and government contractors in Germany and Afghanistan. His combination of military background, international experience and focus on emerging technology provides valuable perspective for our GovCon clients, and make him a key addition to our growing Aerospace, Defense and Security team. Brett graduated summa cum laude from Bucknell University with a B.A. in political science, economics, and history.  Reflecting on his new role, Brett says, "The Aerospace, Defense and Security practice at Odgers Berndtson is the undisputed global leader in the market. It's an honor to join Mercedes LeGrand, Jon [...]

Sheffield North Island is proud to announce the appointment of Philippa Geere-Watson as Senior Consultant, joining their esteemed team based in Auckland. In her new role, Philippa will bring a wealth of senior executive and consulting experience, with a focus on organizational change and transformation. "We are delighted to welcome Philippa to Sheffield North Island," said Ian Taylor, Managing Director of Sheffield North Island. "Her extensive background in both international executive search and the public service sector will undoubtedly enhance our firm's capabilities in driving impactful organizational change." Philippa Geere-Watson brings over twenty years of experience, with a significant portion dedicated to large-scale, complex organizations in the public sector. Her expertise spans central and local government, including nine years with Auckland Council, where she specialized in Advisory services. In this capacity, Philippa provided expert guidance to elected members, spearheaded numerous transformation and change projects, and excelled in political navigation and stakeholder management. Moreover, Philippa has a proven track record in establishing new teams and units, leading strategic visioning efforts, and implementing organizational design changes. Her commitment to fostering strong relationships and driving mutually beneficial outcomes underscores her passion for her work. connect with sheffield

AltoPartners has named its first-ever partner firm in Ireland. After an exhaustive search, Dublin-based Cronin Partners International Search joined the global partnership on 1 April 2024. Founded by Claire Cronin in 2003, Cronin Partners has an impressive track record based on its work among the Irish diaspora, as well as serving local and international businesses operating in Ireland and globally. “Ireland is a strategic location that has become even more important post-Brexit, as the English-speaking gateway to Europe with its well-established financial centre that plays host to some of the world’s leading multinationals. We are very pleased to welcome a strong and credible partner in Ireland to boost our strong European presence, and in Cronin Partners, we have found the perfect culture fit,” said Sonal Agrawal, the Global Chair for AltoPartners. With the addition of Cronin Partners, AltoPartners expands its reach to 61 offices in 37 countries across Europe, the Americas, the Middle East, Africa and Asia-Pacific. According to Agrawal: “The strength of our global partnership is down to the high calibre of our local member firms. Our partners are selected with great care to ensure that we maintain the high standards of integrity, quality, and authenticity that clients expect when contracting with a member of AltoPartners. [...]

KBRS is thrilled to announce the appointment of Ryna Young as Regional Head, Executive Search and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Co-Lead, based in Toronto, Ontario. With over two decades of experience in executive search, supporting both organizations and their leaders, Ryna brings a wealth of knowledge in providing integrated leadership solutions. “We have witnessed significant growth in demand for trusted talent advisors, nationally. We’ve placed hundreds of leaders in education, public, private, and non-profit sectors across Canada in the last five years alone,” said Andrea Forbes Hurley, Managing Partner of Executive Search at KBRS. “Ryna will play an integral role in expanding our holistic approach to talent strategy and executive search for organizations both in the Ontario region and across the country.”  Ryna joins a dynamic team of over 70 professionals dedicated to delivering integrated talent solutions tailored to client needs including search, professional recruitment, assessment, talent and succession development, coaching, DEI strategy and advisory, career transition and more. In addition to leading executive search work, Ryna will collaborate with DEI Co-Lead, Amorell Saunders N’Daw, to continue to support clients with diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies, through equitable practices, informed counsel, and proven approaches. Having lived on four continents, Ryna brings a truly [...]

Signium proudly unveils its updated brand identity, marking a pivotal moment in its trajectory. With a global presence, Signium's expertise spans various sectors, motivated by a steadfast dedication to aligning outward expression with core principles and the evolving needs of its clientele. The decision to refresh the brand stemmed from the desire to harmonize external representation with core values and the evolving needs of the organizations and leaders it assists in navigating the future. The revamped brand identity introduces a modernized logo, refining visual representation. The distinctive ascending line in the visual assets symbolizes Signium's forward-thinking approach. Additionally, the diagonal framing of imagery mirrors the diverse range of candidates and sectors engaged with, encapsulating the organization's adaptability. Reflecting on the rebrand, Johannes Eng, Partner of Signium Sweden, commented, "It represents both a change and a continuation of our ethos." The refreshed branding aims to enhance connectivity with organizations and leadership talent, underscoring Signium's proactive approach in a dynamic global landscape. connect with signium   

Acertitude proudly announces the addition of Heather Johnson as a partner working across Healthcare Services, HCIT, and Private Equity. Heather’s extensive background in executive search, consulting, finance, and operations grants her a distinctive outlook on critical matters concerning organizational strategy and talent, particularly within the healthcare domain. She is widely recognized as a healthcare expert, having completed over 300+ searches in the C-Suite throughout her career. Rick DeRose, co-founder, managing partner, and leader of the Healthcare practice, commented, “Heather’s deep sector knowledge in services and health-tech, along with her extensive network, client engagement skills, and talent identification capabilities perfectly complement our healthcare expansion strategy. Her addition to our team not only expands our capabilities but also promises to inspire both our organization and our clients to maximize their true potential.” Heather brings over three decades of experience working in healthcare, private equity, and management consulting, forging robust partnerships with clients and honing specialized knowledge across diverse sectors, including behavioral health, healthcare services, technology-enabled services, pharmacy services, and outsourced services. She has spearheaded executive search initiatives for middle-market, private equity-backed healthcare enterprises and has successfully led numerous high-profile C-suite searches across the sector, driving value creation. Heather brings exceptional, focused, and industry networks [...]