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As part of our commitment to offering valuable insights into the evolving tech industry landscape, we’re excited to share the latest release of Riviera Partners’ bi-annual Executive Compensation Report.
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The Top EMEA Cybersecurity Talent Hubs—And What They Reveal About the Future of Cyber Leadership
While London has long been considered Europe’s cybersecurity hub, a growing number of security leaders and innovative companies are emerging in cities across EMEA. Here’s…
The Top US Cybersecurity Talent Hubs—And What They Reveal About the Future of Cyber Leadership
Cybersecurity is high-stakes, and the best security leaders aren’t actively looking for jobs—they’re being recruited. But why are certain cities leading the cybersecurity space? And…
Partner, Platform, or Pitfall? Decoding 3 Critical Cybersecurity Vendor Trends for 2025
Security Vendors Are No Longer Just Selling Tools—They’re Redefining Cyber Strategy Security leaders are navigating a vendor landscape in flux, where consolidation, strategic product shifts,…
CISO Spotlight: The Trends Reshaping Cybersecurity Leadership
The Cybersecurity Leadership Landscape is Shifting—Here’s What’s Changing in 2025 The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) role has never been more critical—or more complex. With…
Tech Icon Spotlight: Daniel Krauss
Tech Icon Spotlight:Daniel Krauss Cofounder and CIO/CHRO, Flix Quick links From techie to tech leader Merging teams, tech, and culture The difference between managing and…
Deeper than Dollars: Making Sense of What Matters Most to AI Leaders
Think a Big Paycheck is Enough to Win AI Talent? Think Again. A staggering 75% of companies without scalable AI initiatives risk losing their competitive…
Got a Call From an Executive Recruiter? Here’s How to Tell if It’s Real and Right for Your Career
By asking the right questions, you can separate trustworthy recruiters from the rest—while protecting your career. 3 takeaways Ask the right questions: Knowing what to…
Future-Proofing Gaming Leadership: Key Executive Roles and Skills for AI and Web3 Success
By Greg Sherman and Matt Skiba 3 takeaways Next-gen gaming leaders benefit from embracing innovation. AI, Web3, and player-driven ecosystems continue to change the industry,…
Is Your Company Ready for a CISO? Based on Hundreds of Cybersecurity Executive Placements, Here’s What You Might Be Overlooking
Is Your Company Ready for a CISO? Based on Hundreds of Cybersecurity Executive Placements, Here’s What You Might Be Overlooking At Riviera Partners, we’ve placed…
Gaming’s Comeback: Trends Driving the 2025 Resurgence and Their Impact on Your Company’s Gaming Leadership
Part One: The Key Trends Powering Gaming’s Resurgence By Greg Sherman and Matt Skiba 3 takeaways AI, Web3, and UGC are shaping the future of…
Tech Icon Spotlight: Ujjwal Singh
Tech Icon Spotlight:Ujjwal Singh CTO/CPO, Multiverse.io Quick links Start before you’re ready Don’t confuse incrementalism for progress Reward failure Roadblocks are meant to be removed Ujjwal…
Is Your Company Ready For An AI Executive? The Not-So-Obvious Questions You Need To Ask
Hiring an AI leader isn’t just about filling a position—it’s about future-proofing your company. But before you start the search, there are some less obvious,…
Preparing For The Perfect CISO Hire: A Guide For Boards, HR, And C-Suite Leaders
(Building on insights from Part 1, this article focuses on actionable strategies to enhance board readiness for CISO hiring.) 3 Takeaways Engage for deeper insights: Directly…
CISO Hiring Strategies: Why Boards, HR, And Executives Must Join Forces
3 Takeaways Accountability strengthens leadership: Board involvement ensures shared responsibility for cybersecurity outcomes. Alignment builds trust: Early engagement aligns the board with a CISO’s vision and strategy….
Riviera Partners Welcomes Joe Ghory As Partner
New York, NY – February 6, 2025 — Riviera Partners, the premier executive search firm specializing in technology leadership, is pleased to announce that Joe Ghory…
