Succession Planning in the C-suite Lagging, According to Korn/Ferry Executive Quiz Nov 17, 2009
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 17 /CNW/ -- The most recent Executive Quiz results released today by the Korn/Ferry Institute indicate the majority of companies are not prepared for succession in the C-suite. " Illustrating the risk of operating without a succession plan, the majority (68 percent) of executives said that the departure of their current CEO/president would be extremely or somewhat damaging to the company. Only 21 percent said it would not be damaging, while 11 percent said it would be... (Canada Newswire)
Talent War Over Bank Pay Oct 23, 2009
"The target list of nearly every major executive search firm these days includes executives from firms under TARP control," says Dennis Carey, a senior client partner at executive search firm Korn/Ferry International (). He is referring to the Troubled Asset Relief Program, which pumped billions of U.S. taxpayer dollars into banks like Citi and Bank of America () during the financial crisis but also capped pay at the firms. (BusinessWeek)
Variable, pay hike make a comeback Oct 3, 2009
"It is a people-driven industry. At a time when the sector is witnessing positive signs of recovery, such announcements become even more relevant for both the company and employees. This would not only help companies in retaining their existing talent, but attracting new talent as well," said Joy Nandi, client partner, global technology practice, with Delhi-based headhunting firm Korn/Ferry International. 1. (India Times)
Fed report finds hints of recovery Sep 10, 2009
Insight on the latest beige book and the economy, with CNBC's Steve Liesman; Zane Brown, Lord Abett; Gary Burnison, Korn/Ferry International CEO; Vincent Rinehart, American Enterprise Institute; and CNBC's Erin Burnett. CNBC. (MSNBC -- Business)
Mylan parts ways with CFO Varney Sep 9, 2009
According to a release from the company, Mylan (Nasdaq:MYL) plans to resume its search for a qualified candidate using the executive recruiting firm Korn/Ferry International. Last month, Mylan and subsidiary Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc over a series of stories which described production irregularities at the company s Morgantown, W.Va. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
CEOs: Same Old Faces in the C-Suite Aug 27, 2009
When the economy soured, notes Korn/Ferry International () Vice-Chairman Joe Griesedieck, "A lot of boards pulled in their horns and said, 'let's stick with our guy through the tough times.' ". Masking Mediocrity. (BusinessWeek)
Carbone expected to head UH cancer center Aug 27, 2009
Carbone was among the final four candidates for the job, chosen by the university s executive search committee, which hired Los Angeles headhunting firm Korn/Ferry International to do a national search. Reader Comments. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Nearly 50% executives dissatisfied with jobs: Survey Aug 19, 2009
The Korn/Ferry International Executive Quiz is based on a global survey of executives registered within the firm's online executive centre. Respondents from 70 countries, representing a wide spectrum of industries and functional areas, participated in the latest Executive Quiz in May-June 2009. (India Times)
Apple's Board: New Blood Needed Aug 4, 2009
Adding Cook to Apple's board would telegraph to the outside world that he is Jobs' chosen successor, says Stephen Mader, vice-chairman and managing director for board services at executive recruiter Korn/Ferry International (). "If Cook joins the board, it's tantamount to announcing that he'll be Steve's ultimate successor if and when the time for that comes," Mader says. (BusinessWeek)
Boston Medical Center’s chief to retire next year Jul 29, 2009
The board has hired Korn/Ferry International s Boston office to recruit the next chief executive. It was always her intent to retire at age 62, English said. (Boston Globe)
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BIGGEST COMPETITORS: The biggest competitors include Korn/Ferry International, Accretive Solutions Inc., Heidrick & Struggles International Inc. and Robert Half International Inc.. HOW WILL THE BUSINESS CHANGE IN FIVE YEARS: Technology will continue to change the recruiting industry. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Bernard S. Zen-Ruffinen Joins Korn/Ferry as New President of EMEA Jul 1, 2009
LOS ANGELES, July 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Korn/Ferry International (NYSE: ), a premier global provider of talent management solutions, today announced that Bernard S. Zen-Ruffinen has joined the firm as president of EMEA. Based out of Korn/Ferry's Zurich office, Zen-Ruffinen will oversee the firm's operations in EMEA and report to CEO Gary Burnison ... "Bernard is a multicultural leader with an impeccable track record as a business builder and operating executive. He also has a thorough... (PR Newswire)
The CIO Summit of America draws 200+ IT Leaders and Business Visionaries Jun 24, 2009
"The CIO Summit of America was a world-class event with top CIO speakers and panelists covering technology innovation and business leadership issues as well as career management," adds Mark Polansky, senior client partner and managing director of the information technology officers practice at Korn/Ferry International. Upcoming 2009 events. (PR Newswire)
Dr. Howard A. Rubin to Discuss Why 'IT Does Matter' Now Amidst the Global Financial Crisis at The CIO Summit of America on June 8 May 21, 2009
One panel discussion on 'What the C-Suite is Looking for in a CIO' will include a Who's Who of IT executive recruiters, including Shawn Banerji from Russell Reynolds Associates, Mark Polansky from Korn/Ferry International, Beverly Lieberman, from Halbrecht Lieberman Associates, Inc., Phil Schneidermeyer from Heidrick & Struggles and Scott Smith from Spencer Stuart. HMG Strategy, a Westport, CT-based IT executive leadership, management and technology support provider, produces CIO Leadership... (PR Newswire)
Coinstar Names Gregg Kaplan President and Chief Operating Officer Apr 7, 2009
Dora Summers-Ewing, most recently principal and senior client partner of Korn/Ferry International, has been named chief people officer of Coinstar ... Summers-Ewing, 52, most recently served as principal and senior client partner at Korn/Ferry International, where she developed and oversaw the firms leadership and talent consulting practice for the Western United States. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Finding job takes long today! Mar 18, 2009
According to the findings of a survey conducted by executive search firm Korn/Ferry International, an executive would need to spend up to six months hunting for a job before finding one in the current environment ... But unemployment rates in India are on the rise, Korn/Ferry International MD (India) Deepak Gupta said. (India Times)
Lewis offers a side of optimism Mar 13, 2009
"Everyone came out of the room feeling better that we may have begun to turn in the right direction," said Robert K. Sullivan Jr., managing director of the Boston office of national recruiting firm Korn/Ferry International. Lewis was in friendly climes. (Boston Globe)
Executives Expect Lengthy Job Searches in Today's Economy, According to Latest Korn/Ferry Executive Quiz Mar 9, 2009
It takes time to find the right cultural and functional fit for each position and each candidate," said Cheryl Buxton, global managing director of client services for Korn/Ferry. "We counsel both our clients and candidates to be patient in the search process, and the current economic environment only reinforces that need (Canada Newswire)
Korn/Ferry to Report Quarterly Earnings Via Live Webcast on March 11, 2009 Mar 5, 2009
Source: Korn/Ferry International ... LOS ANGELES, March 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Korn/Ferry International (NYSE: - ), a premier global provider of talent management solutions, today announced that the firm will be conducting a conference call and simultaneous live webcast to investors to report Q3 fiscal year 2009 earnings on Wednesday, March 11, 2009 at 9:00 am EDT. The call and webcast will be hosted by Gary D. Burnison, Chief Executive Officer and Stephen J. Giusto, Chief Financial Officer... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Korn/Ferry Announces Leadership Succession Plans Mar 3, 2009
Source: Korn/Ferry International ... LOS ANGELES, March 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Korn/Ferry International (NYSE: - ), a premier global provider of talent management solutions, today announced that Paul C. Reilly will be stepping down from his roles as Executive Chairman and President of Korn/Ferry's EMEA division effective April 30, 2009 as part of a planned succession effort ... About Korn/Ferry International. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
RJF names CEO James successor Mar 3, 2009
Korn/Ferry International (NYSE: KFY) is a global provider of talent management services. Reilly began his tenure with the company as chairman and chief executive officer in 2001, a release said. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
/R E P E A T -- Media advisory - The Reality of the Nuclear Renaissance/ Feb 26, 2009
Friday, February 27, 2009 ------------------------- Rex Murphy - CBC Journalist and Commentator Over the Top: Politics in Ottawa and climate change Grand Council Chief John Beaucage - Anishinabek Nation, Union of Ontario Indians First Nations Involvement in the Energy Industry Ian McGinty - Executive Vice President Human Resources, Bruce Power and Lewis Rusen, Office Managing Director r Partner, Leadership and Talent Consulting, Korn/Ferry International Strategic Leadership in Nuclear Murray... (Canada Newswire)
Tecumseh Products Company Plans to Recommend Recapitalization Feb 26, 2009
As part of the nominating process, the Board's Governance and Nominating Committee retained Korn/Ferry International, the world's largest executive recruiting firm, to assist it in identifying director candidates. William E. Aziz, independent director and Chairman of the Governance and Nominating Committee said, "We have spent a considerable amount of time with Korn/Ferry and our other advisors identifying and vetting the best new additions to the Board. We have identified excellent candidates,... (PR Newswire)
Job-hopping: Pros & cons Feb 23, 2009
Changing jobs frequently reflects badly on ones resilience and loyalty to ones firm, besides bringing to the fore negative qualities like lower motivational levels, restlessness and a directionless approach at the workplace, says Madhav Sharan, senior client partner, Korn/Ferry International, a global provider of talent management solutions. Smart Living. (India Times)
