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Back Issues

Unless credited otherwise, all articles by the search-consult editorial team.

ISSUE 1 ● Profile of Dr. Jurgen Mulder, Chairman of Heidrick & Struggles Executive Search

Barbara Kwateng & Jan Iverson-Pearson

● AESC: Riding the Wave Peter Felix, AESC

● Search & Management Appraisal: A Marriage Made in Heaven Jan Iverson-Pearson

● The Amrop Hever Group: The Story Behind the Merger Jason Starr & Jan Iverson-Pearson

● A Year in the Life of Headlight International Peter Gullström, Headlight International

● Focus on H. Neumann International Jan Iverson-Pearson

● Data Protection & Executive Search in Europe

Brigitte Briche, AESC

● Boyden: India’s Pioneers in Retained Executive Search Jan Iverson-Pearson

ISSUE 2 ● TMP Worldwide: Size isn’t Everything

Jason Starr

● Executive Search in Eastern Europe Jan Iverson-Pearson

● Odgers Ray & Berndtson: A People Partnership Jan Iverson-Pearson

● Executive Search International Debates 2001: New York Jan Iverson-Pearson

● Executive Research: The Outsourcing Option Jan Iverson-Pearson

● The Client’s Point of View Lee E. Miller, Advanced Human Resources Group, Inc.

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ISSUE 3 ● Executive Search International Debates 2001: London Jan Iverson-Pearson

● Christian & Timbers – Jeff Christian Interview Jason Starr

● The European Auto Review Jan Iverson-Pearson

● The French Perspective of the International Search Industry Jean-Michel Beigbeder, Whitehead Mann

● Whitehead Mann: Developing a Human Capital Consultancy Jason Starr

● Ray & Berndtson, Germany: Integrating Entrepreneurs

Jason Starr

ISSUE 4 ● The Search Industry in Japan Kevin Kelly, Heidrick & Struggles

● Boyden International: Chris Clarke on Organisational Structure in the Search Industry Barbara Kwateng

● Korn/Ferry International: A Vision of Tomorrow Win Priem, Korn/Ferry

● A Year in the Life of Headlight International (Part 2) Peter Gullström, Headlight International

● The AESC Meets in Florida Jason Starr

● The Impact of the Economy on the Search Industry Jason Starr

● Executive Search International Debates 2001: Frankfurt

Barbara Kwateng

ISSUE 5 ● Ray & Berndtson: A Phoenix from the Flames Jason Starr

● Executive Search International Debates 2001: Paris Paul Cowap & Bruno Grunberg

● Profile: Eric Vautour, Chairman of the AESC and Head of the Association & Government Affairs Practice of Russell Reynolds Associates Jason Starr

● Search in Germany – Legal Update Barbara Kwateng

● Executive Search in Italy Aldo Neuburger, TMC Amrop International

● Relocating Candidates Overseas Sergey Frank, Kienbaum Executive Consultants

● The BDU Conference in Bonn: Innovating Change Barbara Kwateng

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ISSUE 6 ● Battalia Winston: A Human Business Jason Starr

● German Search Industry worth US$1 Billion Barbara Kwateng ● Three Months in the Life of Heidrick & Struggles Jason Starr ● Stuckens, Paternotte / Eurosearch: A Brussels Boutique Barbara Kwateng ● “We are in the Profession of Management Consultants” J. Antonio Purón, Egon Zehnder International ● The Clients’ Bill of Rights: What to Expect from Your Executive Search Firm Peter Felix, AESC ● Going Global: Options for Expansion Barbara Kwateng ● Executive Search in the Nordic Countries Barbara Kwateng

ISSUE 7 ● Icon: Russell S. Reynolds Jr Jason Starr

● Women in Search Barbara Kwateng

● Foster Partners Jason Starr

● Ray & Berndtson in the Netherlands Barbara Kwateng

● The Role of Search Firms in Strategic Board Recruiting Susan F. Shultz, SSA Executive Search

● Search in South Africa Barbara Kwateng

ISSUE 8 ● Russell Reynolds: Hobson Brown on Management Jason Starr

● The Search for Quality Jason Starr & Barbara Kwateng ● World Search Group in Copenhagen Paul Cowap & Jason Starr ● The Global Search Firms Jason Starr ● Executive Search in the Information Age Ryan W. Eckel, The Directorship Search Group, Inc. ● Executive Search in the Iberian Peninsula Pilar Gumucio ● Executive Search International Debates 2001: Brussels Paul Cowap

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ISSUE 9 ● A.T. Kearney: Management of Change Jason Starr

● Profile: Dr. Bjørn Johansson Associates Barbara Kwateng ● Winning the War for Talent: The New Strategic Imperative Neasa Ni Liathain, AESC Europe ● Australia & New Zealand: Search in the Antipodes John B. Peebles, JPA Search ● How to Succeed as an Independent Recruiter in Tough Times & Mushy Markets John Smith, Smith Search ● Competition from Within Barbara Kwateng & Jason Starr ● Scandinavian Search Pilar Gumucio

ISSUE 10 ● Return on Leadership Jason Starr

● We Are the Brand Bernard W. Walker, Boyden ● Retained Executive Search in the Middle East Jason Starr ● Introduction to Recruitment Research Simon Stephenson, SRA ● Whitehead Mann: Serving the Board Jason Starr ● Profile: Eric Salmon & Partners Barbara Kwateng ● Executive Search “Made in Italy” Julia Harms

ISSUE 11 ● TRANSEARCH International: 20 Years of Search – European Style Jason Starr

● Taking Care of Sailors: Lessons for Retaining Talent and HR Executive Survival Frank Sharp, Horton International ● The Tiger & the Giant: Search in Asia Pacific Pilar Gumucio ● Developing the Research Strategy Simon Stephenson, SRA ● Interim Management: How does it Differ from the Search Industry? Ludwig Heuse, Interim-Management.de ● Focus on Norman Broadbent International Jason Starr

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ISSUE 12 ● The Amrop / Hever Group: One Year On… Jason Starr

● The War for Talent Elizabeth L. Axelrod, Helen Handfield-Jones, and Timothy A. Welsh, McKinsey & Company ● Professional Practices Under the Spotlight Peter Felix, AESC ● Switzerland: A Small Giant in the Heart of Europe Pilar Gumucio ● Tools of the Trade Simon Stephenson, SRA ● Psychometrics & Search Barbara Kwateng

ISSUE 13 ● Korn/Ferry International: A Year of Change Jason Starr

● The European Executive Pilar Gumucio ● Reference Checking R Suresh, Stanton Chase International ● From Behemoth to Boutique! Molly Epstein, James Norton Partners, Inc. ● The Demographic Timebomb Barbara Kwateng ● Search in France Patrick James Bruneteau, B & Associés ● Research: Approaching the Candidate Simon Stephenson, SRA

ISSUE 14

● All Change at Ray & Berndtson

Jason Starr

● AESC Madrid Conference: Focus on Corporate Search & Diversification Peter Felix, AESC ● Search in Financial Services: Navigating Through the Storm Pilar Gumucio ● Selecting the Right Leaders: Why Personality Matters Jorge E. Fernández, CIMA & Associates, Inc.

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ISSUE 15

● What Outside Research & Search Contractors Can Offer Their Clients

Georgina Tremayne & Tory Clarke, Executive Search Roundtable

● TMP Worldwide: New Split Critical for Future Growth Pilar Gumucio ● A Lawsuit Against Heidrick & Struggles: A Time of Reflection? Pilar Gumucio ● Executive Search: What Now for the Profession? Peter Felix, AESC ● Retaining Employees: It’s Management’s Responsibility! Ken Campbell, Wagic ● Leadership Challenges Faced by Corporates in Emerging Economies R Suresh, Stanton Chase International ● The Making of a Manager Jorge E. Fernández, CIMA & Associates, Inc.

ISSUE 16 ● The Global Search Firms 2003 Jason Starr

● China: the Challenges Ahead Vanessa Moriel, Fiducia China ● Bespoke Alliance: the TRANSEARCH International / Norman Broadbent Partnership Jason Starr ● Lawsuits Against Executive Recruiters are on the Rise Michael J. Revness, Kurtz & Revness, P.C. ● Interim Management: Education is Key Nick Robeson, Boyden Interim ● Development of the German Interim Management Market Ludwig Heuse, Interim-Management.de ● Fat Cat Report Highlights Need for Company Recruitment Shake-Up Nigel Corby, Global Executives

● The Future for Interim Management Robert Lambert, Interim Management Association (UK)

● Interim Management in the UK Patrique Habboo, Praxis Interim

● Diversity in Employment: A Worldwide Challenge Peter Felix, AESC

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ISSUE 17 ● New York: the Phoenix Soars Pilar Gumucio

● Ray & Berndtson in Brazil: Opening Ground in the Amazons Pilar Gumucio ● Where is Japan’s Financial Services Industry Heading? Katsunobu Komizo & Walter Clement, Heads Japan ● The New Meaning of Productivity for Executive Search Michele Y. Bassett, Bassett Search ● Differentiation, not Revolution Jason Starr ● Poland: Preparing for the Future Pilar Gumucio ● IACPR Annual Findings Underscores Shifts in Executive Search Pilar Gumucio ● External vs. Internal Research Services: Is the Market Changing Again? Georgina Tremayne & Tory Clarke, Executive Search Roundtable

ISSUE 18 ● Emerging Search Firms: Making the Move from Large Search Firms to Quality Boutiques Georgina Tremayne

● Corporate Governance & Board Searches: Heightening the Game Pilar Gumucio ● Corporate Governance & Communications: The Power to Change Perceptions David S. Moyer, Moyer Sherwood Associates, Inc. ● The Role of Executive Compensation & Executive Search Raya Mamarbachi, Goldjobs ● Is this Network for You? Paul McMahon, Network Journey ● Candidate Management Jason Starr ● AIMS Offers an Alternative Approach to Clients Pilar Gumucio ● Executive Search in a Changing World Peter Felix, AESC

ISSUE 19 ● Ethics in Search

Kathleen Yazbak-Chartier, Bridgestar

● Women: A Hidden Asset Pilar Gumucio ● Family Owned Businesses: The Magic Kingdom Pilar Gumucio ● IT in Search Jason Starr ● Emerging Search Firms: Opening an International Office Georgina Tremayne ● Bringing Science to the Art of Effective Hiring Hayes Reilly, Hayes Reilly Associates ● Coaching: The Fulcrum of a Successful Business Helen Pitcher, CEDAR International Plc

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ISSUE 20 ● Canada: A Land of Opportunities Pilar Gumucio

● The Largest Search Firms in the World 2004 Paul McMahon, Network Journey ● The Search for a Supplier Jason Starr ● Oil & Gas: Oil is Not the Only Scarce Resource Pilar Gumucio ● Horton International: Establishing the Right Relationship Pilar Gumucio ● Executive Talent in Australia Peter Waite, Waite Group ● Executive Search in Australia: Trends and Movements Jennifer Grove, Gerard Daniels Australia

ISSUE 21 ● Brian Sullivan, Christian & Timbers: A CEO That Places the Client First Jason Starr & Pilar Gumucio

● Associations: Hunting for Perfection Yann Le Leyour ● Life Sciences: A Market in Search of Good Health (part 1) Pilar Gumucio ● Secrets of a “Nice Girl” Corporate Headhunter Denise DeMan Williams, Bench International ● Middle East: New Breaking Ground Nadim El Said, Amrop Middle East ● Executive Search in the Middle East Rosalyn Rahme, Goldjobs ● Technology and Your Business Jason Starr ● IMs Face Up to Third World Challenges Nigel Corby, Global Executives

ISSUE 22

● Life Sciences: A Market in Search of Good Health (part 2) Pilar Gumucio

● Search-To-Search: A Wizard’s Game Pilar Gumucio ● Introducing FILEFINDER 7 Jason Starr ● Superior Execution Leads to Client Satisfaction Pilar Gumucio ● Germany Opens its Boardrooms Pilar Gumucio & Jason Starr ● Latin America: Searching for Opportunities Pilar Gumucio ● The Rise of Interim Managers in Asia Paul McGrory, E.L Consult

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ISSUE 23 ● The Search for Diversity Pilar Gumucio

● How a Chief Diversity Officer Should Impact the Bottom Line Tory Clarke, Executive Search Roundtable ● Upgrading Your Search System Scott Molski ● Clients Expect Value-Added Partnerships Pilar Gumucio ● Penrhyn International: Multi-Country Work is Key to Search Pilar Gumucio ● IMD International Search & Consulting Survey Results: Talent Abroad Gaining Ground Pilar Gumucio ● Data Protection and Executive Search Peter Felix, AESC

ISSUE 24 ● Clients & Headhunters: How to Maximise Your Relationship Pilar Gumucio

● The Largest Search Firms in the World 2005 Jason Starr & Pilar Gumucio ● Chile: A Business Platform for Latin America John Byrne, Boyden ● How Search in the Middle East is Evolving Nick Ekendahl, SpenglerFox ● Selecting an Executive Search Management System Jason Starr ● Stanton Chase International: “When the Client Speaks, We Listen” Pilar Gumucio ● Communication if Key for Clients Pilar Gumucio

ISSUE 25 ● IIC Partners: Planning the Next Steps Jason Starr

● The Art & Science of Planning and Managing CEO Succession Dora Vell, Vell & Associates, Inc. ● Central Eastern Europe: An Evolving Marketplace Mark Hamill, SpenglerFox ● Coca-Cola: Selection is Key to Remain Successful Pilar Gumucio ● IMD: Making a Global Imprint Pilar Gumucio ● Assessment: Hitting the Right Target David Reddin, Reddin Partners ● Power Shift: Are Candidates Taking the Helm? Pilar Gumucio ● Online with the Client Jason Starr

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ISSUE 26 ● Employment: Restrictive Covenants Michael J. Revness, Kurtz & Revness, P.C.

● The Perfect Match: How to Ensure a Successful Hiring Process Pilar Gumucio ● Recruiting Technology: Aiding, not Replacing, the Recruiter Scott Molski ● Alcoa in Russia: Learning to Adapt Pilar Gumucio ● Russia: Exploring the Possibilities Pilar Gumucio ● The Success Profile: The Differences that Make the Difference John Maxted, Digby Morgan

ISSUE 27

● A Booming Market: Executive Search in Japan Simon Childs, CDS Consulting

● Corporate Diversity: The Evolution of Success Lisa Gerhardt, Boyden ● Mergers & Acquisitions and the Search Industry Pilar Gumucio ● CB Richard Ellis Group: “We Take Risks and Expect our Partners to Do the Same” Pilar Gumucio ● EESN: Clients Set the Agenda Jason Starr & Pilar Gumucio ● Technology in Executive Search Testimonials

ISSUE 28

● The Largest Search Firms in the World 2006 Pilar Gumucio

● Why it Takes a Village to Recruit a New CEO Joseph Daniel McCool, ExecuNet

● Cartesis: “Executive Search is Often the Only Way to Attain World-Class Talent” Pilar Gumucio ● Coming of Age: The Certification of the Search Profession Christopher Clarke, Boyden ● The Changing Face of Executive Search in France Eric Verney & Yvan Coquentin, SpenglerFox ● A Snapshot of Executive Search in France Marc Lamy, Boyden ● France: A Glimpse of its Key Challenges Alain Tanugi, TRANSEARCH International ● Technology in Executive Search Testimonials

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ISSUE 29

● Edward W Kelley & Partners: Creating a New Global Force Pilar Gumucio

● The Hartford: Investing in Premium Talent is Paramount Pilar Gumucio

● The Value of People Decisions Claudio Fernández-Aráoz, Egon Zehnder ● Executive Search Practitioner Conference Review Pilar Gumucio ● Managing Diversity: A South African Global Advantage David Aikins, EMA Partners ● Executive Search & Data Privacy Laws Caroline Mills, Edward W Kelley & Partners ● India: The Rise of a New Powerhouse Nancy Garrison-Jenn & Pilar Gumucio ● Executive Search in India Charul Madan, Executive Access

ISSUE 30

● TRANSEARCH Celebrates 25 Years Pilar Gumucio & Jason Starr

● Cognizant: Passion, Partnership, and Being Able to Make a Real Difference Pilar Gumucio

● Executive Search in China: Assuring Success in Light of Global Ambition Louisa Wong-Rousseau, Bó Lè Associates ● How Research Sets the Foundation for a Successful Executive Search Marc Barowsky, Barowsky Research ● Shift in Demand for Top Management Rick Slayton, Slayton Search Partners ● ECSSA: Rising to the Challenge Pilar Gumucio ● G7 Becomes E7 Mark Geary, AsiaNet Consultants Ltd.

ISSUE 31

● The Largest Retained Search Firms in the World 2007 Pilar Gumucio

● The Case for a Holistic Approach to Executive Leadership Challenges David Nosal, Nosal Partners

● Lam: Search Firms Must Provide the Right In-Depth Analysis Pilar Gumucio ● AIMS International: Always Aiming to Be Client-Driven Pilar Gumucio ● Corporate Governance: Raising the Stakes for Board of Directors Candidates Rick Walker, DHR International

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ISSUE 32

● Nomura: Search is a Partnership, Not a Replacement Pilar Gumucio

● Slayton & Boardroom Consultants Deal: Succession Challenge for Search Firms Robert L. Benson & Roger M. Kenny, Slayton Search Partners / Boardroom Consultants

● Diversity of Thought: The Next Frontier Randy Hain, Bell Oaks ● Executive Talent in Asia Conference: Review Pilar Gumucio ● Asia Pacific Region: The Latest Trends and Challenges Christine Greybe, DHR International ● Coming of Age: IIC Embraces Dual Branding Pilar Gumucio ● The Executive Search Practitioner Conference: Review Pilar Gumucio ● Executive Search in CEE: Establishing a Local Presence is Paramount Poul Pedersen, Pedersen & Partners ● On-Boarding: A New Take on an Old Practice Mary Kier, Cook Associates

ISSUE 33

● Fiskars Brands: Hiring for Senior Management Roles Should Not Be Taken Lightly Pilar Gumucio

● Germany: Opening Its Doors to Top International Talent Pilar Gumucio

● Executive Search For Professional Services Jim Carlisle, World Search Group ● Is Competence Really Enough to Succeed? Angelica Mirza, Alexander Hughes ● Consumer Service & Its Impact on Executive Recruitment James Isaacs, Wrightson Wood ● Linking In With LinkedIn® Jason Starr ● International Executive Talent Crisis: Women and Minorities Are Targeted to Fill the C-Suite Albert Hiribarrondo, Thomas J. Fuller & Sherilyn Shackell, IMD Search

ISSUE 34

● The Case For Managing Search Activity… And How To Do It David Lord

● Search Compensation Within The Global Financial Services Sector Mark Bonnet, Napier Wolf Executive Search

● How To Weather The Storm: Searching During A Downturn Dan Atkinson, Accite Ltd ● Get It Right And Keep It Right: Retention Starts With Recruiting Emerson Hughes, Stanton Chase International ● Searching For Talent In Uncertain Times: Perspectives From South Africa Marcelle Ross, Mabili ● Human Capital Influencing M&A Activity Ann MacCarthy, Cook Associates ● Search Challenges & Opportunities in Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Sectors Steve Steinman, The Stevenson Group ● Signium International: A Comprehensive Partnership Pilar Gumucio

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ISSUE 35 ● Quality Assurance Program Improves Candidates Experiences & Client Outcomes

Pilar Gumucio

● Being Succesful In Executive Search Begins With “Who Takes Your Call” Neil Solomon, Neil Michael Group

● Setting Up In Dubai Mark Bonnet, Napier Wolf ● New Technology For Executive Recruiters Jason Starr ● Korea’s Great Natural Resource Steven B. McKinney, McKinney Consulting ● How We Can Eliminate Our Search Competition Tom Nevins, TMT Inc. / Glasford International Japan ● Opening An Office Abroad: The Road To Globalization Fernando Yarto, Bao & Partners / Signium International ● ‘Deciding Who Leads’ by Joseph Daniel McCool - Book Review

ISSUE 36 • In Uncertain Times By Prepared to Change – Interview with Anna Tavis of AIG

Pilar Gumucio

• The Middle East – The Promising Land for Stanton Chase International Interview with Panos Manolopous - Pilar Gumucio & Jason Starr

• How To Survive Today’s Challenging Market Bob Benson

• How To Select En Executive Search Management System

Jason Starr

• EMA Partners International: Our Success Depends on Our Client’s Success

• Casting A Wider Net in Public Sector Leadership John Byrne / Boyden Chile

• The Impact of a Bad Hire

Carl Taylor / Carl Taylor & Co.

• Executive Hiring in Uncertain Economic Times: Key Points To Consider Walter Rach / Cook Associates

• Recruiting in Emerging Markets

Harris Karaolides / InterSearch Greece

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ISSUE 37 • Brown-Forman: Evolving Towards Talent Acquisition

Pilar Gumucio

• The Ins and Outs of Internal Executive Recruitment Marguerite Granat

• How Executive Search Firms Can Leverage the Internet More Effectively Ashton Moran

• Familly-Owned Businesses & the Executive Search Consultant

Patricia Epperlein / InterSearch Worldwide

• “So, What Are We Supposed To Do Now?” Re-Engaging Your Workforce Post Layoffs Brandon Smith / Core Growth Partners

• Successful Searches in Healthcare: A Holistic Approach

Falk H. Miekley / MHC Search GmbH

• Psychometric Testing: Added Value for Search Consultants Malcolm Starkey / Chesterman Swann & Co.

• Selecting Independent Directors – An Indian Perspective

Panjak Dutt / IRC Global Executive Search Partners

• How to Make A Successful Hire Lisa S. Rothblum & Bob Graff / Major, Lindsey & Africa

ISSUE 38 • Executive Search: The Current Cleantech Climate

Andrew Kris & Els De Cremer / Borderless Executive Search

• The Benefits of Using In-House Recruiters For Internal Executive Mobility Marguerite Granat

• Executive Search: State of the Industry Lauryn Franzoni / ExecuNet

• A Comparison: Success on the Field and in Executive Search

Christian Schulte / AIMS International

• A Brief History of Executive Search Technology Jason Starr

• How to Make a Successful Hire – A Post-Script

Lisa Rothblum / ELR Legal Search

• Market Perspective: Eastern Europe Gautier Vasseur & Sergei Serdioukov / Pedersen & Partners

• Taking the Plunge: Recruiting in the Energy Sector

Pablo del Amo Serrano / Bao & Partners –Signium International

• The Hare, the Tortoise and the Smart Money Dr. Duff Watkins / Cornerstone International

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ISSUE 39 • Executive Talent: Critical Success Factor For Acquisitions

Sandra Davies / MDA Leadership Consulting & David Nosal / Nosal Partners

• How To Win Business: A Corporate’s View Marguerite Granat & Pilar Gumucio

• Beyond Cost Management: Companies Seek More Agile Executive Recruits To Lead In New Economy Joe Huddle / DHR International

• Creating Value: Cook Associates Celebrates its 50-Year Anniversary

Mary Kier / Cook Associates

• Introducing FileFinder 10: The Next Generation of Executive Search Technology Jason Starr

• Knowing Your Executive Talent: A Panoramic View of Executive Search

Larry Brown & Bob Gilchrist / Horton International

• Are Expatriates A Dying Breed in the Asia Pacific Region? Brian Sun & Peter Lisney / Glasford International

• Digital Convergence: Where is the Industry Heading?

Neil Smith / Robert Lindsay Associates

• The Downturn is Over - Now Comes The Hard Work Ken Brotherston / Kinsey Allen International

• How to Minimise the Risks of Making A Wrong Hire Andrew Gray & Dr. John Mervyn-Smith / eg.1 Executive Search

ISSUE 40 • Introducing The World Executive Search Congress

Pilar Gumucio

• IIC Partners Discusses Moving Towards Gender Equality Polly Stewart / IIC Partners

• Employer Branding: A New Way To Attract And Retain Best Talent Günther Tengel / Amrop Jenewein

• No News Is Not Necessarily Good News

Lyssa Barber / Allemby Hunt

• Trina Gordon Leading Boyden To The Next Level Pilar Gumucio

• Dillistone Systems: It’s Been A Busy Few Months

Jason Starr

• Global Cross-Border Executive Search: Meeting The Needs Of Clients Operating In Multiple Markets Ward Garven / Stanton Chase International

• InterSearch Study: Key Characteristics For Today’s CEOs

Mary Kier / Cook Associates - InterSearch