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Spencer Stuart acquires Cruel World - 01/2001

Senior-level jobs

Spencer Stuart, a consulting firm specializing in senior-level executive search and board director appointments, has announced the purchase of Cruel World, Inc., a pioneer in the mid-level Internet recruiting category.

Cruel World, founded in 1996 as one of the first e-cruiting companies, recently was named the 5th ìFastest Growing Private Company in Silicon Valley:î by the Silicon Valley/San Jose Business Journal.

Cruel World uses database marketing to rapidly and cost-effectively fit qualified and interested candidates in opportunities at client organizations. The company's proprietary JobCast(tm) technology matches candidates in its database - one of the largest representing mid-level executives - to career opportunities in such fields as marketing, finance, consulting, and software development.

Cruel World and Spencer Stuart represent a powerful combination for clients and mid-level professionals alike, stated Jeffrey Hyman, president and chief executive officer of Cruel World Inc. We will continue to provide the highest-quality and fastest service for our clients, while drawing on the depth of expertise and industry experience at Spencer Stuart.

From its 50 offices in 24 countries, Spencer Stuart is organized to meet clients' recruitment needs in business sectors and industry practices that include agribusiness, aviation, board services, consumer goods and services, energy, financial services, high technology, industrial, Internet, life sciences, and logistics.

www.cruelworld.com