As we enter the final quarter of 2024, organizations seeking to build strong leadership teams are embracing new tactics and considerations about the workforce. Recruiting approaches that drive successful hiring are evolving, with a growing emphasis on Recruiting Operations—a strategic function that aligns hiring processes with business goals. Simultaneously, workforce retention remains a top priority. In today’s competitive market, retaining top talent requires a multifaceted approach that includes not only compensation but also a genuine commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).
This month, we delve into these topics, examining one company’s hyper-growth, accomplished largely by hiring key executive positions; the emergence of Recruiting Operations as a vital business function; and innovative strategies to cultivate a more inclusive and engaged workforce. Whether you’re a CEO, CHRO, CFO, or an HR or Finance leader, these insights will help you make informed decisions that drive your organization’s success.
THE TEAM AT FREDERICKSON PARTNERS, A GALLAGHER COMPANY
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We worked with Mars, a family-owned company operating across multiple sectors in Petcare, Food and Snacking, to find and place Lance LaVergne as Head of Inclusion & Diversity.
We worked with FlexiVan, a leading ocean container chassis leasing company, to find and place Davina Morris as Director of Human Resources.
Read more about this placement.
An innovative, fast-growing private equity-backed company in the technology space sought to expand their leadership but lacked a fully developed Talent Acquisition function required for recruiting and organizational growth.
Frederickson partnered with them to hire leadership of Financial, HR, Product and Services—helping to achieve 70% growth, all within a year.
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In the dynamic landscape of Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Operations or Recruiting Operations (RecOps) is emerging as a critical function. Particularly in midsize to global organizations, RecOps increasingly drives efficiency, strategic alignment, and exceptional candidate experiences.
Our latest blog post delves into the key trends reshaping RecOps and examines how leading organizations are adapting to these changes.
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Career development is an essential element of engagement and retention. And employers agree — Gallagher’s latest US Career Wellbeing Report shows that 35% of organizations raised the importance of career wellbeing in 2024.
Leverage data from the report, and infographic to turbo-charge your own retention strategy.
Download the report | View the infographic
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As a global sponsor of the annual Dive In Festival, Gallagher hosts, plans and presents at events worldwide to support the development of inclusive workplace cultures for the benefit of its employees and industry. Dive In 2024 is a virtual festival with 130+ events on DEI topics.
As a sampling, on Sept. 25 at 12 pm PT/3pm ET, join “Navigating the Challenges: Upholding LGBTQ+ Inclusivity in the Workplace Amidst Evolving Legislation,” a panel led by Gallagher’s Anastasia Lemle-Goodwin, MCM.
Register for Dive In 2024 here.
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Frederickson Partners, a Gallagher company is a market leader in retained executive search since 1995. As one of the top-rated HR executive search and C-suite recruiting firms, we have expertise in placing Chief People Officers, Chief Human Resources Officers, Chief Diversity Officers, Chief Financial Officers, Chief Legal Officers and many other senior leaders. We draw on a broad network of rising and established executives and leaders, and a 28-year reputation as a talent acquisition and HR Advisory provider.