How Partner Assessment Centers Help Law Firms Retain Senior Talent

Partner assessment centers for promotions are one of the most important processes in law firms. Both for the individuals under consideration and for the organization itself. Firms invest heavily in selecting the right candidates but often overlook a critical factor: the impact on those who are not promoted. When this process lacks transparency or developmental follow-up, […]
Rethinking Executive Leadership Development: How U.S. Firms Can Build Future-Ready Leaders

According to The Conference Board, CEO turnover in the U.S. reached a 20-year high in 2024, as boards struggled to find internal successors amid burnout, digital disruption, and shifting workforce expectations. At the same time: Only 28% of U.S. companies say they have a strong executive talent pipeline (Deloitte, 2024) 62% of HR leaders cite […]
Board Advisory in Mexico: Enabling boards for strategic engagement

In a world where business challenges are becoming increasingly complex and interrelated, Board Advisory in Mexico is no longer an indulgence, it is a strategic imperative. Companies of all sizes are expected to have proactive governing bodies that lead organizations, not just supervise. Establishing the right governance structure, the right people, and the right processes […]
Board Advisory in Italy: Challenges, Opportunities & Executive Search Solutions

The Current Business Landscape and Need for Board Advisory in Italy Italy, Eurozone’s third-largest economy, has continued to struggle for recovery with GDP growth estimated at 0.5% for 2024 (the government had previously estimated for its economic growth to be 1%). Business confidence is improving, while consumer sentiment is cautious, and the overall economic outlook […]
Board Advisory Services in Canada: Why Governance Matters More Than Ever

In a fast-changing business environment, Canadian companies are under increasing pressure to demonstrate responsible leadership, strategic foresight, and boardroom accountability. This makes board advisory services in Canada more relevant than ever—especially for organizations navigating ESG, succession, or digital risk. What Are Board Advisory Services and Who Needs Them? It refer to specialized consulting that helps […]
The Role of Leadership Capabilities in Executive Search in Brazil

In the competitive and changing market of Brazil, companies are no longer just hiring well-prepared executives —they are making sure to invest in leaders. And that’s where leadership capabilities play a highly important role in effective executive search in Brazil. From São Paulo to Porto Alegre, businesses are facing challenges that require something more than […]
Best Practices for Onboarding and Integration of New Partners in a Legal Firm

Bringing a new partner into a law firm is a high-stakes decision—one that can either strengthen the firm’s position or lead to unexpected challenges. While securing a lateral partner hire is often seen as a success, their long-term performance and contribution to the firm depend on a well-executed onboarding process. Studies show that nearly 50% […]
Executive Development and Assessment in Spain

Spain’s business context is undergoing transformation at an accelerated pace. Businesses in Spain continue to face emerging economic challenges with new evolving market opportunities. One thing stands out, however: effective leadership has never been as essential as it is now. This article intends to discuss the case of executive development and assessment in Spain, the […]
Executive Search in Portugal

Portugal, once a beacon of economic growth, now faces a complex web of economic challenges. From rising inflation and geopolitical uncertainties to talent shortages and digital transformation pressures, businesses are grappling with unprecedented hurdles. In this environment, executive search is paramount, not just for filling vacancies, but for securing visionary leaders. The Current Economic […]
China’s Executive Search Landscape: Finding Leaders in a Dynamic Market

As seen in many of our other articles, headhunting in China goes beyond searching for the right executive fit for the growth of your business but the cultural component can in fact have a large impact on your firm.