BBG has placed April Watkins as the Vice President, Human Resources, US for WorldPay. As the Business HR Leader for the US, April will be responsible for leading the people strategy resulting in an engaged and successful organization.

April brings over 15 years of experience at such organizations as Burger King Corporation, Ingersoll Rand, and GKN Driveline. She is a proven leader in the areas of Change Management, Employee relations, Talent Acquisition, Mergers & Acquisitions, Organizational Design, Succession Planning, Compensation Planning, Compliance, and Cultural Change.

WorldPay (formerly RBS WorldPay) is a leading, single-source provider of electronic payment processing services – including credit, debit, EBT, checks, gift cards, e-commerce, customer loyalty cards, fleet cards, ATM processing, and cash management services. It provides payment services for mail order and internet retailers, as well as point of sale transactions. The company offers services across the entire payment value chain, including transaction capturing, merchant acquiring and transaction processing.

Headquartered in the UK, the company employs over 2,600 people in more than 30 markets throughout Europe, the USA, and Asia.

Managing Partner, Mitch Briller of BBG led and completed the search. The Briller Group, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries.

BBG has placed Stuart Horowitz as Senior Director, Human Resources for Jetsetter. Stuart will provide strategic HR support the Jetsetter, developing and implementing human resource initiatives to support key business goals and strategies for this growing business.

Stuart joins Jetsetter following a successful career with companies in the e-commerce space including FiftyOne Global e-Commerce and Register.com. Stuart holds a undergraduate degree from Vassar College and a Juris Doctorate from the University of Miami.

Jetsetter is a private online community that provides members with insider access, expert knowledge, and exclusive deals on the world's greatest vacations. All of the properties featured are hand-selected by a team of globe-trotting correspondents, and sales last five to seven days. The philosophy is that travel should be fun and easy — and that includes the planning part. As a part of the Gilt Groupe, Jetsetter is Gilt's presence in the travel industry.

The Briller Group, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries.

BBG has placed Harvey Beldner as the Division HR Leader for Corning, Inc.'s Optical Fiber division. In this role, Harvey will serve as a strategic business partner supporting the division General Manager, focusing on organization design and development, and M&A activity. He will also will develop and lead the planning, design, implementation, communication and delivery of the Corning HR initiatives in alignment with the needs of the Optical Fiber Division.

Harvey, a graduate of Cornell University's undergraduate program for Industrial and Labor Relations, previously held senior HR roles with Carestream, Danaher, Dell and Flowserve.

Corning Optical Fiber, part of Corning's Telecommunications segment, invented the first low-loss optical fiber in 1970 and today remains the worldwide market leader, offering a full line of single-mode and multimode optical fibers for all network applications. Corning's entire family of optical fiber products are recognized in the industry for their excellence and innovation.

Headquartered in Corning, New York; Corning Incorporated is the world leader in specialty glass and ceramics. Drawing on more than 160 years of materials science and process engineering knowledge, Corning creates and makes keystone components that enable high-technology systems for consumer electronics, mobile emissions control, telecommunications and life sciences.

Managing Partner, Mitch Briller of BBG led and completed the search. The Briller Group, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries.

BBG has placed Carolyn Parnell as the Director, Human Resources for Corning, Inc.'s Cable Systems Commercial Groups. Based in Hickory North Carolina, Carolyn will serve as a strategic business partner across the Carrier Networks, Private Networks, Wireless, and Product Line Management's Commercial Groups. She will develop and lead the planning, design, implementation, communication and delivery of the company's HR initiatives in alignment with the needs of the Division.

Carolyn most recently served as the SVP HR Manager for Bank of America's Global Compliance Risk and Global Operational Risk groups. Her prior experience at Bank of America includes Generalist and Specialist roles in the Learning, OD and Performance functions. Carolyn earned her undergraduate degree in Finance from the University of Notre Dame, and a MILR from Cornell University.

Corning Cable Systems offers a broad range of end-to-end fiber optic and copper product solutions for customers' telecommunications networks. Customer-focused solutions include cables, connectors, and related hardware, and network services that include network design, project management, installation and maintenance, equipment rental and training programs

Headquartered in Corning, New York; Corning Incorporated is the world leader in specialty glass and ceramics. Drawing on more than 160 years of materials science and process engineering knowledge, Corning creates and makes keystone components that enable high-technology systems for consumer electronics, mobile emissions control, telecommunications and life sciences.

Managing Partner, Mitch Briller of BBG led and completed the search. The Briller Group, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries.

BBG has placed Paul Melniczek as Manager, Leadership Development for AMETEK. In this role, Paul will support the talent development agenda, including all employee and leadership development activities, the company's Leadership Development Process, and several organization development initiatives designed to help AMETEK continue to grow.

Paul's prior work experience includes HR Manager positions with Campbell Soup Company and GlaxoSmithKline. He is a graduate of Moravian College.

AMETEK, Inc. manufactures and markets electronic instruments and electromechanical devices in North America, Europe, Asia, and South America. It operates in two segments, Electronic Instruments Group (EIG) and Electromechanical Group (EMG).

The company was incorporated in 1930 and is based in Paoli, Pennsylvania.

Managing Partner, Mitch Briller of BBG led and completed the search. The Briller Group, LLC, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries.

BBG has placed Ani Acker as the Head of US Training for Weight Watchers International. Ani will be accountable for the strategic and tactical design, development, implementation, measurement and ongoing management of training solutions that increase member success. She will serve as a catalyst for enhancing organization capability and driving change as a thought leader; while carefully preserving the best of a 40 year success story.

Ani brings a wealth of experience, gained at companies including MetLife, JPMorgan Chase and IBM. She earned his undergraduate and graduate degrees at St. John's University.

Weight Watchers International, Inc. is the world's leading provider of weight management services, operating globally through a network of Company-owned and franchise operations. Weight Watchers offers a wide range of products, publications and programs for those interested in weight loss and weight control. Over 97% of U.S. women recognize the Weight Watchers brand.

Managing Partner, Mitch Briller of BBG led and completed the search. The Briller Group, LLC, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries.

BBG has placed John Hollander as Director Leadership & Organization Development for Leprino Foods. John will be responsible for driving the talent development agenda; to include the building of leadership capabilities, creating a culture of accountability and excellence, and partnering with business leaders to drive the business to the next level of success.

John joins Leprino after a successful career with ProBuild, Starbucks, Wells Fargo, and Accenture.

Leprino Foods began as a small family-owned grocery business and began making cheese. Today, Leprino possesses a significant share of the U.S. Italian cheese market and is gaining a strong presence globally. Leprino mozzarella cheese, cheese blends, and pizza cheese are made especially for pizzeria and foodservice operators, frozen food manufacturers and private label cheese packagers.

Managing Partner, Mitch Briller of BBG led and completed the search. The Briller Group, LLC, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries.

BBG has placed Rich Monastersky as Senior Director, Human Resources for Optimer Pharmaceuticals. Rich is stepping into a new position which will work closely with the HR team and the business to help translate business strategy into high-impact HR initiatives.

Rich has over 15 years experience in the Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices industries. He was mostly recently with Almyra, Inc, a global medical device incubator venture development firm focused on medical technology, biotechnology, and healthcare fields, where he served as Chief Human Resources & Talent Management Officer.

Optimer Pharmaceuticals, Inc. was founded and registered as a Delaware Corporation in 1998. Optimer is currently focused on discovering, developing, and commercializing innovative hospital specialty products in diseases of unmet needs and where current therapeutic options have limitations.

BBG Principal, Pat Feehan led and completed the search. The Briller Group, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries.

BBG has placed Bert Guss Director, Human Resources for Optimer Pharmaceuticals. In this role, Bert will act as a partner to the line by embedding corporate HR strategy and providing professional HR guidance and support to relevant internal client groups with the objective of adding value to the business.

Bert has a history of success in HR roles with companies including American Standard, Merck, IAVI, J&J, and MannKind Corporation. He holds a BA from George Washington University and a Masters Degree from the City College of New York.

Optimer Pharmaceuticals, Inc. was founded and registered as a Delaware Corporation in 1998. Optimer is currently focused on discovering, developing, and commercializing innovative hospital specialty products in diseases of unmet needs and where current therapeutic options have limitations.

BBG Principal, Pat Feehan led and completed the search. The Briller Group, LLC, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries.

BBG has placed Jennifer McEwen as the Director, Recruiting Center of Excellence for Corning, Inc. Here she will lead all talent acquisition operations in the US and International as part of an integrated Talent Management function.
Given Corning's current and future demands for external talent, the Recruiting Center of Excellence is a strategically important function for the organization.

Jennifer's prior experience includes Talent Acquisition, Talent Management and HR Generalist roles with BMS and JP Morgan Chase. She holds a BS from Syracuse University.

Headquartered in Corning, New York; Corning Incorporated is the world leader in specialty glass and ceramics. Drawing on more than 160 years of materials science and process engineering knowledge, Corning creates and makes keystone components that enable high-technology systems for consumer electronics, mobile emissions control, telecommunications and life sciences.

Managing Partner, Mitch Briller of BBG led and completed the search. The Briller Group, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries.

BBG has placed Karoline Lariviere as Field Human Resources Director for Hewlett Packard's Worldwide Software Sales, Services and Support business. Karoline will be responsible for leading the people strategy that results in the most engaged and successful Software Field organization, which is represented by employees around the world who are responsible for the go-to-market strategy and results for the HP Software product and solution portfolio.
Prior to joining HP, Karoline has a successful career with EMC Corporation, where she supported varies client groups globally as a strategic HR Business Partner. She holds a BS in Marketing from Bryant University.

Hewlett-Packard Company is a technology company that operates in more than 170 countries. HP explores how technology and services can help people and companies address their problems and challenges, and realize their possibilities, aspirations and dreams. HP applies new thinking and ideas to create more simple, valuable and trusted experiences with technology, continuously improving the way their customers live and work.

The Briller Group, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries.

BBG has placed Jeff Wilson as Vice President, Compensation for Walmart Stores US in Bentonville, AR. In this position, Jeff is responsible for compensation programs and processes to support Wal-Mart US's total direct compensation philosophy and to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity. Jeff leads the design and oversight of cash compensation programs for 1.4 million hourly and management associates in the areas of Store Operations, Merchandising, Marketing, Global eCommerce, Global Sourcing and Financial Services.

Walmart serves customers and members more than 200 million times per week at more than 8,986 retail units under 60 different banners in 15 countries. With fiscal year 2010 sales of $405 billion, Walmart employs 2.1 million associates worldwide. A leader in sustainability, corporate philanthropy and employment opportunity, Walmart ranked first among retailers in Fortune Magazine's 2010 Most Admired Companies survey.

Prior to joining Walmart, Jeff was Head of Global Compensation, Mobility & International Benefits for UPS.

Managing Partner, Mitch Briller of BBG led and completed the search. The Briller Group, LLC, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries.

BBG has placed Frank Whitesell as Human Resources Director, Americas Region Technology Services Group for Hewlett-Packard. In this position, Frank is responsible for HR initiatives across the Americas Region.
Hewlett-Packard Company (NYSE, NASDAQ: HPQ) is a technology company that operates in more than 170 countries with corporate headquarters in Palo Alto, California. HP is a Fortune 10 company with over 325,000 employees worldwide and 2010 sales of $126 billion.

Prior to joining Hewlett-Packard, Frank Whitesell was Director of Human Resources, Clinical Research Services for PAREXEL International.
The Briller Group, LLC, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries.

BBG has placed Elizabeth Geary as Human Resources Director, Corporate Groups for Medco Health Solutions Inc. in Franklin Lakes, NJ. In this position, Elizabeth is responsible for supporting Medco's Finance, Marketing, Legal, and Pharmacy Contracting Corporate Groups (approximately 1,000 employees). Medco Health Solutions, Inc., (NYSE:MHS) is the nation's leading pharmacy benefit manager based on its 2009 total net revenues of more than $57 billion.

Prior to joining Medco, Elizabeth Geary was with Verizon Communication in the Talent Management space.
The Briller Group, LLC, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries.

BBG has placed Colin Mitchell as the Seniuor Manager, Human Resources for Philips Healthcare in Andover, MA. Colin will support the Imaging Systems business, providing strategic HR support to his clients. Prior to joining Philips, Colin held Generalist and Talent Leadership roles with Shell and ExxonMobil.

Headquartered in the Netherlands, Philips employs approximately 118,000 employees in more than 60 countries worldwide. The Healthcare Sector is headquartered out of Andover, MA and provides advanced healthcare solutions for both healthcare professionals and consumers.

The Briller Group, LLC, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries.