Spencer Stuart

Gabelli Multimedia Trust Appoints Susan Watson Laughlin to the Board of Trustees

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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RYE, N.Y., March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of The Gabelli Multimedia Trust Inc. (the “Board”) (NYSE: GGT ) (the “Fund”) announced the appointment of Susan Watson Laughlin to the Board of the Fund effective February 13, 2024.

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  • RYE, N.Y., March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of The Gabelli Multimedia Trust Inc. (the “Board”) (NYSE: GGT ) (the “Fund”) announced the appointment of Susan Watson Laughlin to the Board of the Fund effective February 13, 2024.
  • Ms. Watson Laughlin brings to the Board an extensive career in investor relations with such notable firms as MCI, Interpublic Group, Pepsico, Nielsen Media Research, Gannett and Metromedia.
  • Most recently, she served in the Board of Directors Practice at Spencer Stuart.
  • She served as President of the Investor Relations Association from 1998-2000 and on the Board of Directors of the National Investor Relations Institute from 1994-1996.

Webster Announces CFO Transition

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Monday, March 25, 2024
Banking, Professional Services, Business, Finance, WBS, MacInnes, CFO, Spencer Stuart, HSA Bank, Webster Bank, Retirement, Management

Webster Financial Corporation (NYSE: WBS) (“Webster” or “the Company”), the holding company for Webster Bank, N.A.

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  • Webster Financial Corporation (NYSE: WBS) (“Webster” or “the Company”), the holding company for Webster Bank, N.A.
  • Mr. MacInnes will continue to serve as the Company’s CFO until a successor is appointed by Webster’s Board of Directors (“Board”) and will then serve in an advisory role to ensure a smooth transition.
  • “Glenn’s contributions as CFO have helped transform Webster into one of the best-performing regional banks in the nation.
  • As a result, today Webster is on strong financial footing and is well-positioned for long-term value creation as we continue helping clients achieve their goals,” said John Ciulla, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Webster Financial Corporation.

The Association of Executive Search & Leadership Consultants Appoints 2024 Board & Council Leadership

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC), representing the top executive search and leadership consulting firms worldwide, today announces 2024 Board and Council officers, in addition to the appointments of three new Directors to its Global Board.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC), representing the top executive search and leadership consulting firms worldwide, today announces 2024 Board and Council officers, in addition to the appointments of three new Directors to its Global Board.
  • Our Board, our regional Councils and all AESC members ensure that we collaborate for the good of our profession – strengthening leadership together.
  • Julian Ha , Chair, Washington, DC-based Partner and Leader of the Government Affairs and Trade Association practices at Heidrick & Struggles, will now serve as AESC Global Chair.
  • AESC was founded in 1959 focused on ensuring that our profession – executive search and leadership consulting – maintains the highest commitment to quality and professional standards.

ELEVATE LAUNCHES GLOBAL TALENT ADVISORY PRACTICE, SOURCING LEADERS AND OPTIMIZING PERFORMANCE FOR THE WORLD'S MOST COMPELLING CONSUMER BRANDS

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Elevate, a full-service consulting firm that works with high-performing organizations in sports and beyond to deliver a competitive edge in the battle for customers' precious time and attention, announces the launch of Elevate Talent. 

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  • A new executive search and global talent advisory practice, Elevate Talent supports ambitious companies to optimize organizational performance and source exceptional leaders from across sports, entertainment, media, lifestyle, technology, and gaming, to meet the complex challenges of today's highly disruptive consumer environment.
  • Elevate Talent responds directly to the pressure on consumer brands to create the highest quality products, the most dynamic and engaging experiences, and standout cultural moments.
  • That means attracting and retaining the very best people and optimizing talent to catalyze success.
  • Liz Moulton, Chief People Officer and Chairman of Elevate Talent, commented: "Elevate Talent offers exceptional client and candidate experiences through our insight-led, consultative approach to optimizing talent.

ELEVATE LAUNCHES GLOBAL TALENT ADVISORY PRACTICE, SOURCING LEADERS AND OPTIMIZING PERFORMANCE FOR THE WORLD'S MOST COMPELLING CONSUMER BRANDS

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
Attention, WILL, Korn Ferry, Pressure, Spencer Stuart, Noise, Activision Blizzard, Super Bowl, NFC, ACROSS, Marketing, City, Acquisition, Imagination, Sport, NFL, Organization, Management

NEW YORK, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Elevate, a full-service consulting firm that works with high-performing organizations in sports and beyond to deliver a competitive edge in the battle for customers' precious time and attention, announces the launch of Elevate Talent. 

Key Points: 
  • A new executive search and global talent advisory practice, Elevate Talent supports ambitious companies to optimize organizational performance and source exceptional leaders from across sports, entertainment, media, lifestyle, technology, and gaming, to meet the complex challenges of today's highly disruptive consumer environment.
  • Elevate Talent responds directly to the pressure on consumer brands to create the highest quality products, the most dynamic and engaging experiences, and standout cultural moments.
  • That means attracting and retaining the very best people and optimizing talent to catalyze success.
  • Liz Moulton, Chief People Officer and Chairman of Elevate Talent, commented: "Elevate Talent offers exceptional client and candidate experiences through our insight-led, consultative approach to optimizing talent.

Spencer Stuart Enters Strategic Partnership with AI-powered Firm Qlu

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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CHICAGO, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Spencer Stuart, a leading global executive search and leadership advisory firm, is pleased to announce it has entered into a strategic partnership with artificial intelligence (AI) company Qlu.ai.

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  • CHICAGO, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Spencer Stuart, a leading global executive search and leadership advisory firm, is pleased to announce it has entered into a strategic partnership with artificial intelligence (AI) company Qlu.ai.
  • Founded by Fahad Jalal in 2020, Qlu is an innovator in using AI to automate the discovery of new companies and talent.
  • "We are excited to partner with Qlu," said David Baruch, chief information officer of Spencer Stuart.
  • "Our collaboration with Spencer Stuart will benefit our ability to accelerate how the executive search and leadership consulting industry uses AI," said Jalal.

Bespoke Partners Welcomes New Partner to Lead Marketing Leader Recruiting in Go-to-Market Recruiting Practice

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Thursday, January 25, 2024
Consulting, Technology, Professional Services, Marketing, Communications, Search Engine Marketing, Digital Marketing, Software, Internet, Human Resources, Content Marketing, Pharmacy, Partner, Multimedia, Professional services, Software as a service, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Consumer, Bose Corporation, Spencer Stuart, Educational technology, GTM, CVS Pharmacy, Growth

"Ryan's expertise in securing elite marketing leaders is unmatched," said Eric Walczykowski, CEO of Bespoke Partners.

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  • "Ryan's expertise in securing elite marketing leaders is unmatched," said Eric Walczykowski, CEO of Bespoke Partners.
  • Tess Fischer, Partner and leader of Bespoke Partners’ GTM Practice, said, "In software and SaaS, GTM leadership is key to achieving revenue and profit goals.
  • Ryan's extensive marketing network and expertise make him a powerhouse in the function, ensuring Bespoke remains the premier choice for GTM executive search."
  • I’m eager to partner with our clients and foster that commercial impact across their GTM organizations.”

Institute for Real Growth and Oxford Saïd FOMI Publish First Global C-Suite Study on Stakeholder Impact

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024
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NEW YORK, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Institute for Real Growth (IRG) today released the findings from the first global study to identify best practices on businesses' pivot from shareholder primacy to value creation for all stakeholders. Known as 'Humanized Growth,' this model seeks to benefit employees, consumers, the community, the environment, and investors. The study is unprecedented in scope and builds on the expertise and experience of hundreds of global experts, academics, and cross-functional C-suite practitioners.

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  • Known as 'Humanized Growth,' this model seeks to benefit employees, consumers, the community, the environment, and investors.
  • The study is unprecedented in scope and builds on the expertise and experience of hundreds of global experts, academics, and cross-functional C-suite practitioners.
  • The IRG Impact Study findings build on 450 in-depth vision interviews conducted with C-suite executives, experts, and academics and a survey of global business leaders.
  • The study findings also identify the characteristics that C-suite leaders need to possess to lead their companies to more Humanized Growth.

The Executive Leadership Council Appoints Audrey Taylor as Chief of Academy

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Executive Leadership Council (ELC) today announced the appointment of Audrey Taylor as Chief Academy Officer, effective October 16, 2023.

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  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Executive Leadership Council (ELC) today announced the appointment of Audrey Taylor as Chief Academy Officer, effective October 16, 2023.
  • The organization advocates for advancing Black leadership by increasing the number of Black corporate CEOs, C-Suite executives and board members, and building the pipeline of the next generation of Black corporate leaders.
  • Ms. Taylor will report directly to the CEO and will be responsible for leading The ELC Academy, creating a value proposition for corporations committed to moving the needle on attracting, retaining and promoting Black talent.
  • In her role at Catalyst, Ms. Taylor spent two years building consulting capability to help companies create actionable, data-driven DEI strategies.

Silk Road Medical Announces Retirement of CEO Erica Rogers

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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SUNNYVALE, Calif., Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Silk Road Medical, Inc. (Nasdaq: SILK), a company focused on reducing the risk of stroke and its devastating impact, today announced that CEO Erica Rogers plans to retire from the Company following the completion of a succession process. The Company is working with Spencer Stuart, a leading executive search firm. To ensure a smooth transition, Ms. Rogers will remain as President and CEO of the Company until her successor is appointed.

Key Points: 
  • SUNNYVALE, Calif., Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Silk Road Medical, Inc. (Nasdaq: SILK), a company focused on reducing the risk of stroke and its devastating impact, today announced that CEO Erica Rogers plans to retire from the Company following the completion of a succession process.
  • To ensure a smooth transition, Ms. Rogers will remain as President and CEO of the Company until her successor is appointed.
  • “I’d like to thank Erica for her tremendous contributions to Silk Road over the last 11 years.
  • “The Silk Road Medical senior leadership team and Board of Directors are well-prepared for Erica’s transition.