Hudson RPO Announces Strategic Integration of CMRG to Expand Employer Branding and Talent Engagement Capabilities
OLD GREENWICH, Conn., Aug. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hudson Global, Inc. (the "Company" or "Hudson RPO") (NASDAQ:HSON), a leading global total talent solutions company, announced today the strategic integration of McKinsey CMO Group ("CMRG"), a boutique firm specializing in recruitment marketing, brand strategy, and talent engagement.
The addition of CMRG's expertise will enable Hudson RPO to further support clients in building stronger employer brands, elevating candidate experiences, and attracting top-tier talent in today's competitive hiring environment. Together, Hudson RPO and CMRG will offer a more holistic suite of services, blending best-in-class recruitment operations with cutting-edge employer branding and engagement strategies.
As part of the integration, Crystal McKinsey, Founder & CEO of CMRG, will join Hudson RPO as the Global Head of Marketing. In this role, she will lead the Company's global marketing efforts and enhance Hudson RPO's capabilities in talent attraction, employer branding, and candidate engagement.
Jake Zabkowicz, Global CEO of Hudson RPO, noted, "CMRG's integration into our business represents a pivotal step in our growth strategy and brings new depth to our capabilities in employer branding, marketing strategy, and talent acquisition solutions. By integrating CMRG's innovative approach and deep industry knowledge, we are delivering comprehensive, end-to-end talent solutions and enhancing our ability to help clients not just fill roles, but also become employers of choice. CMRG's dynamic team and proven expertise in creating compelling brand narratives combined with Hudson RPO's global reach and operational excellence, create a powerful platform that complements our mission to help organizations attract, engage, and retain top talent in competitive markets."
Jeff Eberwein, Chief Executive Officer of Hudson Global, noted, "CMRG adds critical marketing capabilities to Hudson RPO's growing suite of talent solutions, and the CMRG team will be integrated into Hudson RPO in a very cost-efficient manner. This move underscores our focus on delivering scalable, strategic talent solutions that drive long-term value for our shareholders."
About Hudson RPO
Hudson RPO is a leading global provider of flexible and scalable total talent solutions. At Hudson RPO, people, process, and technology come together to ignite transformative change at mid-market and enterprise-level organizations worldwide. Taking a consultative and collaborative approach, we partner with talent acquisition, HR, and procurement leaders around the globe to build diverse, high-impact teams and drive business success. Learn more at hudsonrpo.com.
About Hudson Global, Inc.
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