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Heidrick & Struggles Announces Planned Leadership Transition

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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CHICAGO, Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSII), a premier provider of global leadership advisory and on-demand talent solutions, today announced that President and CEO Krishnan Rajagopalan has decided to retire, after more than 23 years with the Company. Rajagopalan will step down as President and CEO and from the Board, effective March 4, 2024, and will retire from the Company as of April 1, 2024, after which he will continue to serve as an advisor, working closely with clients around the world. Following a planned succession process, the Board has appointed Thomas L. Monahan III to succeed Rajagopalan as CEO and member of the Board, effective March 4, 2024. Monahan currently serves as Managing Partner of Norton Street Holdings and was previously President and CEO of DeVry University and CEO and Chairman of CEB, formerly Corporate Executive Board, where he helped grow the C-suite advisory company to serve over 90 percent of the Fortune 500.

Key Points: 
  • "The Board of Directors, including Krishnan, have thoughtfully and deliberately developed this succession plan, and we are confident these leadership announcements position Heidrick & Struggles for continued success well into the future," said Adam Warby, Chairman of the Board of Heidrick & Struggles.
  • As we embark on this transition, I believe Heidrick & Struggles is well-positioned to continue delivering value to shareholders and clients as a leader in next generation talent advisory solutions throughout the world."
  • Heidrick & Struggles has shaped the leadership advisory industry for decades.
  • I am confident that Tom and Tom will lead Heidrick & Struggles to its next chapter of growth and client impact."

Small Door Expands its Leadership Team with Key Executive Hires

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Wednesday, April 6, 2022
Company, Clover Food Lab, Telehealth, McKinsey & Company, Warby, Auburn University College of Architecture, Design, and Construction, BS, Research, Latin honors, Veterinarian, Head, Bain & Company, CCNY, Harry, WeWork, PETS, Carnegie Mellon University, Technology, Acquisition, Digital, University of Louisiana at Monroe, Harvard Business School, Yale University, Development, Bain, University, Collection, Management, Architecture, Growth

NEW YORK, April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Small Door (http://www.smalldoorvet.com), the technology-infused, membership-based veterinary innovator, announced today the addition of Sean Kim, Jason Mazzella, and Taylor Harper to its leadership team. Sean Kim joins Small Door as their Head of Growth, after leading digital marketing at Harry's for more than four years. Jason Mazzella joins as Small Door's Director of Strategy and Operations from Warby Parker, where he held a similar role on their Strategy team. Taylor Harper joins as Small Door's Head of Development after a nearly five year tenure at WeWork where he led Global Technical Design.

Key Points: 
  • Sean Kim joins Small Door as their Head of Growth, after leading digital marketing at Harry's for more than four years.
  • "Small Door has combined innovative technology with best-in-class medicine and member experience to lead the disruption in the veterinary category," said Sean Kim, Head of Growth at Small Door.
  • Sean Kim joins Small Door from Highfive Brands, a collection of e-commerce businesses he co-founded and for which he led marketing efforts.
  • To date, Small Door has cared for more than 5,000 pets across more than 25,000 member interactions.

RAEN Optics, LLC Announces Details of Lawsuit Against Warby Parker for Trademark Infringement of 'Remmy' Glasses

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Eyewear, Sunglasses, Warby Parker, Warby, Trademark infringement, Trademark, Infringement, Marketing, Companies

CARLSBAD, Calif., July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- RAEN Optics, LLC today announced details of its lawsuit against Warby Parker Inc. (formerly known as Jand, Inc. dba Warby Parker) for trademark infringement in an action filed in United States District Court for the Southern District of California, located in San Diego, California.

Key Points: 
  • CARLSBAD, Calif., July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- RAEN Optics, LLC today announced details of its lawsuit against Warby Parker Inc. (formerly known as Jand, Inc. dba Warby Parker) for trademark infringement in an action filed in United States District Court for the Southern District of California, located in San Diego, California.
  • The lawsuit alleges that Warby Parker's use of REMY in association with its own products, constitutes an alleged infringement of RAEN's federally registered trademark for REMMY.
  • In addition to the use of the name, Warby Parker appears to have paid for search engine advertising of its product by using RAEN's REMMY trademark.
  • RAEN intends to argue that this pattern of using others' names is calculated by Warby Parker to drive internet traffic their direction to increase sales.

Helen Keller Intl to Honor Warby Parker and Henry C. Barkhorn at 2021 Spirit of Helen Keller Virtual Gala

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Wednesday, April 7, 2021
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New York, NY, April 07, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On May 4, 2021, global health organization Helen Keller Intl will host its Spirit of Helen Keller Virtual Gala, its most important event generating crucial revenue, to help vulnerable children and families around the world.

Key Points: 
  • New York, NY, April 07, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On May 4, 2021, global health organization Helen Keller Intl will host its Spirit of Helen Keller Virtual Gala, its most important event generating crucial revenue, to help vulnerable children and families around the world.
  • Warby Parker co-founders Neil Blumenthal and Dave Gilboa will be honored with the Helen Keller Visionary Award for their work to bring sight to vulnerable children and families, and Trustee and past Board Chair Henry C. Barkhorn will be honored with the Helen Keller Humanitarian Award, recognizing his outstanding dedication and contributions.
  • Helen Keller Intl mobilizes a global community to help eliminate preventable vision loss, malnutrition, and diseases of poverty.
  • Warby Parker co-founders and co-CEOs, Neil Blumenthal and Dave Gilboa, Helen Keller Visionary Award

From Chaotic To Strategic: Implementing A World Class Hiring System

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Wednesday, February 17, 2021
Hiring, Greenhouse, Warby

In their new book, Talent Makers, Greenhouse CEO Daniel Chait and President Jon Stross present a step-by-step guide for implementing a structured hiring process that attracts great talent and turns hiring into a competitive advantage.

Key Points: 
  • In their new book, Talent Makers, Greenhouse CEO Daniel Chait and President Jon Stross present a step-by-step guide for implementing a structured hiring process that attracts great talent and turns hiring into a competitive advantage.
  • Talent Makersis based on the authors' experiences working with more than 4,000 companies that use Greenhouse hiring software and services.
  • The first is the Greenhouse Hiring Maturity TM curve which progresses from chaotic to inconsistent, systemic, and finally strategic.
  • Power and Warby Parker use the Greenhouse hiring software platform to improve all aspects of hiring, helping them to attract top talent.

Fifth Wall Closes $100M Retail Fund as Brick-and-Mortar Stores Have a Renaissance

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Wednesday, February 26, 2020
Marketing, Eyewear, Microeconomics, E-commerce, Omnichannel, Retail, Warby Parker, Bonobos, Warby, Wall's

Bonobos and Warby Parker pioneered this trend by opening dozens of stores and becoming an "omnichannel" brand.

Key Points: 
  • Bonobos and Warby Parker pioneered this trend by opening dozens of stores and becoming an "omnichannel" brand.
  • "When Fifth Wall backed UNTUCKit, we had 15 stores and the goal of growing that by another 100 in 5 years.
  • At the same time, Fifth Wall's Retail Fund aims to help its retail real estate owners build relationships with brands at a much earlier stage.
  • Additionally, Fifth Wall's thesis is that some of the most innovative users of retail space will come from outside of "traditional" retail categories.

Curated Launches to Add a Human Touch to Online Shopping for High-Consideration Purchases

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Wednesday, October 30, 2019
Women, Other Retail, MEN, Online Retail, Consumer, Luxury, Other Consumer, Retail, Eyewear, Companies, Sunglasses, Warby Parker, LinkedIn, Warby, Vivas, Websites

Its Series A round is led by Forerunner Ventures, the firm behind Warby Parker, Glossier, Away, Faire and more.

Key Points: 
  • Its Series A round is led by Forerunner Ventures, the firm behind Warby Parker, Glossier, Away, Faire and more.
  • Once the expert and customer have found the right product together, customers can buy directly from Curated.
  • We want to get rid of the uncertainty that often surrounds complex or big-ticket online purchases, said Eduardo Vivas, co-founder and CEO of Curated.
  • Founded in 2017 by 10 LinkedIn and Facebook veterans, Curated is putting people back at the heart of shopping.

Global Environmentalists Gather To Discuss Sustainability In Sourcing Raw Materials

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Wednesday, June 19, 2019
Musical instruments, Music, Guitars, Wood, Furniture, Rosewood, C. F. Martin & Company, Warby

They came to provide a multifaceted view of the current state of responsible and sustainable sourcing of raw materials, specifically the exotic woods from which Martin Guitar crafts its acoustic guitars.

Key Points: 
  • They came to provide a multifaceted view of the current state of responsible and sustainable sourcing of raw materials, specifically the exotic woods from which Martin Guitar crafts its acoustic guitars.
  • Martin Guitar was named a Certified B Corporation in September 2018, joining the likes of Ben & Jerry's, Warby Parker and Patagonia.
  • In his CEO Commentary, Chris Martin cited the industry's long-term preference for "rare and exotic woods" such as rosewood, mahogany and spruce.
  • ft. warehouse at the Chrin Commerce Centre off Route 33; it will eventually store both raw materials and finished product.

Heidrick & Struggles Announces Adam Warby as Chairman of the Board of Directors

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Thursday, June 6, 2019
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CHICAGO, June 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Heidrick & Struggles (Nasdaq: HSII), a premier provider of executive search, leadership assessment and development, organization and team effectiveness, and culture shaping services globally, today announced the appointment of Adam Warby, CEO of Avanade, as Chairman of the Board of Directors, effective immediately.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, June 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Heidrick & Struggles (Nasdaq: HSII), a premier provider of executive search, leadership assessment and development, organization and team effectiveness, and culture shaping services globally, today announced the appointment of Adam Warby, CEO of Avanade, as Chairman of the Board of Directors, effective immediately.
  • Warby joined Heidrick & Struggles' Board in 2018 to sharpen the firm's focus on its digital transformation.
  • As CEO of Avanade, a joint venture founded between Accenture LLP and Microsoft Corporation, Warby has a proven track record of success.
  • "Adam's insights and contributions to our board have been invaluable as we have expanded our data-driven, tech-enabled capabilities," said Krishnan Rajagopalan, President and CEO, Heidrick & Struggles.

Avanade CEO Adam Warby Steps Down; Pamela Maynard Appointed as His Successor

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Thursday, June 6, 2019
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SEATTLE, June 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Avanade, the leading digital innovator for the Microsoft ecosystem, announced today that CEO Adam Warby will step down at the end of August.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, June 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Avanade, the leading digital innovator for the Microsoft ecosystem, announced today that CEO Adam Warby will step down at the end of August.
  • Avanade's board of directors has appointed Pamela Maynard, currently Avanade's president of Product and Innovation, to succeed Warby as CEO.
  • Paul Daugherty, Accenture's chief technology officer and chairman of the Avanade board, said, "Adam has had an amazing career at Avanade, including helping to fuel the company's 19-year track record of success.
  • "It is an honor to succeed Adam, who has had an extraordinary tenure with Avanade," Maynard said.