-----BEGIN PRIVACY-ENHANCED MESSAGE----- Proc-Type: 2001,MIC-CLEAR Originator-Name: webmaster@www.sec.gov Originator-Key-Asymmetric: MFgwCgYEVQgBAQICAf8DSgAwRwJAW2sNKK9AVtBzYZmr6aGjlWyK3XmZv3dTINen TWSM7vrzLADbmYQaionwg5sDW3P6oaM5D3tdezXMm7z1T+B+twIDAQAB MIC-Info: RSA-MD5,RSA, Ej14NiyAEfQSPb8QdIM+JQ+1n9wb+5oCU1+pD1S+8tQ0cZia/7OjvNiq33rVq6FM RLtUvUPbt8bMZkgQ746a+g== 0001193125-09-038716.txt : 20090226 0001193125-09-038716.hdr.sgml : 20090226 20090226132551 ACCESSION NUMBER: 0001193125-09-038716 CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE: 8-K PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT: 3 CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT: 20090224 ITEM INFORMATION: Results of Operations and Financial Condition ITEM INFORMATION: Financial Statements and Exhibits FILED AS OF DATE: 20090226 DATE AS OF CHANGE: 20090226 FILER: COMPANY DATA: COMPANY CONFORMED NAME: HEIDRICK & STRUGGLES INTERNATIONAL INC CENTRAL INDEX KEY: 0001066605 STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION: SERVICES-EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES [7361] IRS NUMBER: 362681268 STATE OF INCORPORATION: DE FISCAL YEAR END: 1231 FILING VALUES: FORM TYPE: 8-K SEC ACT: 1934 Act SEC FILE NUMBER: 000-25837 FILM NUMBER: 09636809 BUSINESS ADDRESS: STREET 1: C/O HEIDRICK & STRUGGLES INC STREET 2: 233 S WACKER DR STE 4200 CITY: CHICAGO STATE: IL ZIP: 60606-6303 BUSINESS PHONE: 3124961200 8-K 1 d8k.htm FORM 8-K Form 8-K

 

 

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

 

 

FORM 8-K

 

 

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of

The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 24, 2009

 

 

HEIDRICK & STRUGGLES INTERNATIONAL, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 

 

 

Delaware   0-25837   36-2681268

(State or other jurisdiction

of incorporation)

  (Commission File Number)  

(IRS Employer

Identification No.)

 

233 South Wacker Drive, Suite 4200, Chicago, IL   60606-6303
(Address of principal executive offices)   (Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (312) 496-1200

N/A

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report.)

 

 

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

 

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Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Conditions

On February 24, 2009, Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a news release reporting its 2008 fourth quarter and full year financial results. In its earnings call, the Company clarified that its revenue guidance for 2009 excludes restructuring charges.

A copy of the news release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 to this report and is incorporated herein by reference.

 

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

 

(c) Exhibits.

 

Exhibit

Number

  

Description

99.1    Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc. Press Release Dated February 24, 2009


SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

 

  HEIDRICK & STRUGGLES INTERNATIONAL, INC.
  (Registrant)
Date: February 26, 2009   By:  

/s/ K. Steven Blake

  Name:   K. Steven Blake
  Title:   Executive Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary
EX-99.1 2 dex991.htm PRESS RELEASE Press Release

Exhibit 99.1

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News    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Heidrick & Struggles Reports Fourth Quarter and 2008 Financial Results

CHICAGO (February 24, 2009) — Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSII), the world’s premier executive search and leadership consulting firm, today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2008.

Fourth Quarter 2008 Results

Consolidated net revenue of $134.9 million declined 12.1 percent from $153.6 million in the 2007 fourth quarter. On a constant currency basis, net revenue declined approximately 6 percent. Net revenue decreased 14.7 percent in the Americas, decreased 16.1 percent in Europe (approximately 3 percent on a constant currency basis), and increased 9.2 percent in the Asia Pacific region (approximately 18 percent on a constant currency basis).

The number of executive searches confirmed in the quarter decreased 16.9 percent compared to the 2007 fourth quarter and decreased 23.1 percent compared to the 2008 third quarter. The number of consultants at December 31, 2008 was 419, compared to 386 as of December 31, 2007, and 416 as of September 30, 2008. Productivity, as measured by annualized revenue per executive search consultant, was $1.2 million compared to $1.5 million in the 2007 fourth quarter. The average fee per executive search was $141,300, compared to $131,700 in last year’s fourth quarter.

Chief Executive Officer L. Kevin Kelly said, “Our fourth quarter results reflect further deterioration in economies around the world, which resulted in slower hiring decisions in every region and in almost every industry practice. We continued to benefit from expense reductions as a result of cost-cutting initiatives adopted earlier in the year, but they could not fully offset the decline in net revenue.”

 

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Consolidated salaries and employee benefits declined 4.4 percent to $98.8 million, from $103.3 million in the comparable quarter of 2007. This decrease primarily reflects a decline in discretionary cash bonus expense, offset by higher fixed expenses associated with the year-over-year increase in consultants and search support staff. Salaries and employee benefits as a percentage of net revenue were 73.2 percent for the quarter, compared to 67.3 percent in the 2007 fourth quarter.

Consolidated general and administrative expenses were $31.0 million, down 3.3 percent from $32.1 million reported in the comparable prior-year period. The decline reflects the positive impact of cost savings initiatives and a reduction of professional fees compared to last year’s fourth quarter, offset by an increase in bad debt expense in the 2008 fourth quarter. As a percentage of net revenue, consolidated general and administrative expenses were 23.0 percent, compared to 20.9 percent in the 2007 fourth quarter.

Operating income decreased 71.8 percent to $5.1 million from 2007 fourth quarter operating income of $18.2 million. The operating margin (measured as a percentage of net revenue) was 3.8 percent, compared to 11.9 percent in the 2007 fourth quarter.

Net income was $5.3 million and diluted earnings per share were $0.30, reflecting an effective tax rate in the quarter of 27.9 percent. The lower rate in the fourth quarter reflects the favorable settlement of a European tax audit and the release of tax reserves associated with the expiration of statutes of limitations for prior years. These results compare to net income in the 2007 fourth quarter of $9.2 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.49, which reflected an effective tax rate in the quarter of 55.3 percent after discrete items which included a charge related to the company’s tax planning strategy to incorporate its UK branch.

Net cash generated by operating activities was $65.7 million, compared to $84.1 million in the 2007 fourth quarter. Cash and cash equivalents at December 31, 2008 were $234.5 million, compared to $183.0 million at September 30, 2008 and compared to cash and cash equivalents and short-term investments of $282.9 million at December 31, 2007.

 

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Regional Review for the 2008 Fourth Quarter

Net revenue in the Americas of $68.2 million decreased 14.7 percent from the fourth quarter of 2007. Operating income of $7.5 million decreased 47.1 percent year over year, and the operating margin was 11.0 percent compared to 17.8 percent in the 2007 fourth quarter. The decrease in operating income and the resulting operating margin is primarily due to the decline in net revenue, but also an increase in fixed salaries and employee benefits expense for search support staff. Consultant headcount in the Americas was 205 at December 31, 2008 compared to 204 at December 31, 2007 and 211 at September 30, 2008.

In Europe, net revenue of $45.3 million decreased 16.1 percent from the prior-year quarter, and on a constant currency basis it declined approximately 3 percent. Operating income decreased 63.4 percent to $3.6 million and the operating margin was 8.0 percent compared to 18.2 percent in the 2007 fourth quarter. Lower operating income and the resulting operating margin reflect the decline in net revenue, higher salaries & employee benefits expense, and higher bad debt expense in the quarter. Consultant headcount in Europe was 127 at December 31, 2008 compared to 121 at December 31, 2007 and 129 at September 30, 2008.

In Asia Pacific, net revenue of $21.4 million increased 9.2 percent year over year, and on a constant currency basis increased approximately 18 percent. Operating income of $0.6 million decreased 60.4 percent year over year and the operating margin was 2.7 percent compared to 7.3 percent in the 2007 fourth quarter. Despite an increase in net revenue and a reduction in professional fees compared to last year’s fourth quarter, operating income and the resulting operating margin were negatively impacted by higher fixed salaries and employee benefits expense associated with increasing consultant headcount and search support staff throughout the year. Consultant headcount in Asia Pacific was 87 at December 31, 2008, compared to 61 at December 31, 2007 and 76 at September 30, 2008.

2008 Results

For the year ended December 31, 2008, consolidated net revenue of $615.9 million declined 0.6% from $619.7 million in 2007. On a constant currency basis, net revenue declined approximately 2 percent. Net revenue declined 5.7 percent in the Americas, 2.9 percent in Europe (approximately 4 percent on a constant currency basis) and increased 27.3 percent in Asia Pacific (approximately 24 percent on a constant currency basis.)

 

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There were 4,812 confirmed executive searches in 2008, a 5.7 percent decline compared to 5,102 in 2007. Revenue growth achieved by the Technology, Life Sciences, Industrial, Education/Non-for Profit, and Business & Professional Services industry practice groups was offset by declines in Financial Services and Consumer practice groups. Productivity, as measured by annualized revenue per executive search consultant, was $1.4 million in 2008 compared to $1.5 million in 2007, and the average fee per executive search was $122,600, compared to $114,900 in 2007.

Operating income in 2008 was $55.5 million, representing an operating margin of 9.0 percent, compared to operating income in 2007 of $79.5 million and an operating margin of 12.8 percent. Net income in 2008 was $39.1 million, and diluted earnings per share were $2.20, reflecting an effective tax rate of 37.2 percent. In 2007, net income was $56.5 million and diluted earnings per share were $2.97, reflecting an effective tax rate of 35.2 percent.

Net cash provided by operating activities was $51.4 million in 2008, compared to $112.9 million in 2007. In 2008, the company repurchased 1,545,967 shares of its common stock at an average price of $30.06 per share for a total cost of $46.5 million, and paid quarterly cash dividends totaling $8.8 million.

Current 2009 Outlook

The company currently forecasts net revenue in the range of $450 million to $500 million and an operating margin of between zero and 5 percent for the year ending December 31, 2009. However, continued macroeconomic uncertainty and unprecedented volatility in the capital markets could cause the company’s current forecasts to change materially during 2009.

Kelly added, “Although the timing is unclear, we are confident that organizations will actively reengage in the process of adding to or upgrading their management teams in the future and we are investing in Heidrick & Struggles in order to be their leadership advisory firm of choice. We are continuously focused on ways to grow and strengthen our search capabilities, but want to become just as successful at helping our clients develop and retain their senior talent. While positioning the company to take advantage of improving

 

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market conditions in the future, we are vigilant about achieving further improvements in our cost structure. In addition to the restructuring we announced in January, including a global headcount reduction of approximately 12 percent, we will be taking actions in 2009 towards our long-term goal to cut real estate expenses and support costs by approximately 30%.”

Quarterly Conference Call

Executives of Heidrick & Struggles will host a conference call to review fourth quarter and 2008 results today, February 24, at 9:00 am central time. Participants may access the company’s call and supporting slides at www.heidrick.com. For those unable to participate on the live call, a webcast and copy of the slides will be archived at www.heidrick.com and available for up to 30 days following the investor call.

About Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc.

Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc. is the world’s premier provider of senior-level executive search and leadership consulting services, including talent management, board building, executive on-boarding and M&A effectiveness. For more than 50 years, we have focused on quality service and built strong leadership teams through our relationships with clients and individuals worldwide. Today, Heidrick & Struggles leadership experts operate from principal business centers in North America, Latin America, Europe and Asia Pacific. For more information about Heidrick & Struggles, please visit www.heidrick.com.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates, forecasts and projections about the industry in which we operate and management’s beliefs and assumptions. Forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of words such as “expects,” “anticipates,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks,” “estimates,” “projects,” “forecasts,” and similar expressions. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed, forecasted or implied in the forward-looking statements. Factors that may affect the outcome of the forward-looking statements include, among other things: our ability to attract and retain qualified executive search consultants; further declines in the global economy and our ability to execute successfully through business cycles; the timing, speed or robustness of any future economic recovery; social or political instability in markets where we operate; the impact of foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations; price competition; the ability to forecast, on a quarterly basis, variable compensation accruals that ultimately are determined based on the achievement of annual results; our ability to realize our tax loss carryforwards; the timing of the establishment or reversal of valuation allowance on deferred tax assets; the mix of profit and loss by country; an impairment of our goodwill and other intangible assets; delays in the development and/or implementation of new technology and systems; and, the ability to meet and achieve the expected savings resulting from cost-reduction initiatives and restructuring activities. Our reports filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission also include information on factors that may affect the outcome of forward-looking statements. We undertake no obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

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Contacts

Investors & Analysts:

Julie Creed, VP, Investor Relations: +1 312 496 1774 or jcreed@heidrick.com

Media:

Caroline Lomot, Director, Communications: +1 212 551 3418 or clomot@heidrick.com

 

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Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc.

Consolidated Statements of Operations

(In thousands, except per share data)

(Unaudited)

 

     Three Months Ended
December 31,
    $ Change     % Change  
     2008     2007      

Revenue:

        

Revenue before reimbursements (net revenue)

   $ 134,929     $ 153,574     $ (18,645 )   -12.1 %

Reimbursements

     6,848       8,137       (1,289 )   -15.8 %
                          

Total revenue

     141,777       161,711       (19,934 )   -12.3 %

Operating expenses:

        

Salaries and employee benefits

     98,771       103,295       (4,524 )   -4.4 %

General and administrative expenses

     31,022       32,071       (1,049 )   -3.3 %

Reimbursed expenses

     6,848       8,137       (1,289 )   -15.8 %
                          

Total operating expenses

     136,641       143,503       (6,862 )   -4.8 %
                          

Operating income

     5,136       18,208       (13,072 )   -71.8 %

Non-operating income (expense):

        

Interest income, net

     976       2,526      

Other, net

     1,219       (61 )    
                    

Net non-operating income

     2,195       2,465      

Income before income taxes

     7,331       20,673      

Provision for income taxes

     2,048       11,437      
                    

Net income

   $ 5,283     $ 9,236      
                    

Basic weighted average common shares outstanding

     16,359       17,546      

Diluted weighted average common shares outstanding

     17,388       18,749      

Basic earnings per common share

   $ 0.32     $ 0.53      

Diluted earnings per common share

   $ 0.30     $ 0.49      

Salaries and employee benefits as a percentage of net revenue

     73.2 %     67.3 %    

General and administrative expense as a percentage of net revenue

     23.0 %     20.9 %    

Operating income as a percentage of net revenue

     3.8 %     11.9 %    

Effective tax rate

     27.9 %     55.3 %    


Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc.

Segment Information

(In thousands)

 

     Three Months Ended December 31,  
     2008     2007     $ Change     % Change     2008
Margin *
    2007
Margin *
 

Revenue:

            

Americas

   $ 68,229     $ 79,964     $ (11,735 )   -14.7 %    

Europe

     45,346       54,052       (8,706 )   -16.1 %    

Asia Pacific

     21,354       19,558       1,796     9.2 %    
                              

Revenue before reimbursements (net revenue)

     134,929       153,574       (18,645 )   -12.1 %    

Reimbursements

     6,848       8,137       (1,289 )   -15.8 %    
                              

Total revenue

   $ 141,777     $ 161,711     $ (19,934 )   -12.3 %    
                              

Operating Income:

            

Americas

   $ 7,512     $ 14,206     $ (6,694 )   -47.1 %   11.0 %   17.8 %

Europe

     3,607       9,859       (6,252 )   -63.4 %   8.0 %   18.2 %

Asia Pacific

     567       1,433       (866 )   -60.4 %   2.7 %   7.3 %
                              

Total regions

     11,686       25,498       (13,812 )   -54.2 %   8.7 %   16.6 %

Corporate

     (6,550 )     (7,290 )     740     10.2 %    
                              

Operating income

   $ 5,136     $ 18,208     $ (13,072 )   -71.8 %   3.8 %   11.9 %
                              

 

* Margin based on revenue before reimbursements (net revenue).


Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc.

Consolidated Statements of Operations

(In thousands, except per share data)

 

     Twelve Months Ended
December 31,
             
     2008     2007     $ Change     % Change  
     (Unaudited)                    

Revenue:

        

Revenue before reimbursements (net revenue)

   $ 615,904     $ 619,654     $ (3,750 )   -0.6 %

Reimbursements

     28,956       28,612       344     1.2 %
                          

Total revenue

     644,860       648,266       (3,406 )   -0.5 %

Operating expenses:

        

Salaries and employee benefits

     435,306       418,952       16,354     3.9 %

General and administrative expenses

     125,061       121,198       3,863     3.2 %

Reimbursed expenses

     28,956       28,612       344     1.2 %
                          

Total operating expenses

     589,323       568,762       20,561     3.6 %
                          

Operating income

     55,537       79,504       (23,967 )   -30.1 %

Non-operating income (expense):

        

Interest income, net

     5,103       8,035      

Other, net

     1,613       (404 )    
                    

Net non-operating income

     6,716       7,631      

Income before income taxes

     62,253       87,135      

Provision for income taxes

     23,179       30,672      
                    

Net income

   $ 39,074     $ 56,463      
                    

Basic weighted average common shares outstanding

     16,747       17,854      

Diluted weighted average common shares outstanding

     17,727       18,984      

Basic earnings per common share

   $ 2.33     $ 3.16      

Diluted earnings per common share

   $ 2.20     $ 2.97      

Salaries and employee benefits as a percentage of net revenue

     70.7 %     67.6 %    

General and administrative expense as a percentage of net revenue

     20.3 %     19.6 %    

Operating income as a percentage of net revenue

     9.0 %     12.8 %    

Effective tax rate

     37.2 %     35.2 %    


Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc.

Segment Information

(In thousands)

 

     Twelve Months Ended December 31,  
     2008     2007     $ Change     % Change     2008
Margin *
    2007
Margin *
 

Revenue:

            

Americas

   $ 314,412     $ 333,561     $ (19,149 )   -5.7 %    

Europe

     201,462       207,504       (6,042 )   -2.9 %    

Asia Pacific

     100,030       78,589       21,441     27.3 %    
                              

Revenue before reimbursements (net revenue)

     615,904       619,654       (3,750 )   -0.6 %    

Reimbursements

     28,956       28,612       344     1.2 %    
                              

Total revenue

   $ 644,860     $ 648,266     $ (3,406 )   -0.5 %    
                              

Operating Income:

            

Americas

   $ 45,783     $ 67,480     $ (21,697 )   -32.2 %   14.6 %   20.2 %

Europe

     24,479       31,865       (7,386 )   -23.2 %   12.2 %   15.4 %

Asia Pacific

     15,351       15,946       (595 )   -3.7 %   15.3 %   20.3 %
                              

Total regions

     85,613       115,291       (29,678 )   -25.7 %   13.9 %   18.6 %

Corporate

     (30,076 )     (35,787 )     5,711     16.0 %    
                              

Operating income

   $ 55,537     $ 79,504     $ (23,967 )   -30.1 %   9.0 %   12.8 %
                              

 

* Margin based on revenue before reimbursements (net revenue).


Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets

(In thousands)

 

     December 31,
2008
   December 31,
2007
     (Unaudited)     

Current assets:

     

Cash and cash equivalents

   $ 234,531    $ 260,580

Short-term investments

     —        22,275

Accounts receivable, net

     68,233      82,240

Other receivables

     8,586      5,868

Prepaid expenses

     19,520      15,026

Other current assets

     1,788      1,419

Income taxes recoverable, net

     7,719      —  

Deferred income taxes, net

     13,893      15,290
             

Total current assets

     354,270      402,698
             

Non-current assets:

     

Property and equipment, net

     28,172      18,730

Restricted cash

     9,655      9,826

Assets designated for retirement and pension plans

     24,973      26,067

Investments

     12,594      7,832

Other non-current assets

     7,203      6,296

Goodwill

     101,234      84,217

Other intangible assets, net

     13,543      15,363

Deferred income taxes, net

     35,313      45,855
             

Total non-current assets

     232,687      214,186
             

Total assets

   $ 586,957    $ 616,884
             

Current liabilities:

     

Accounts payable

   $ 11,977    $ 8,699

Accrued salaries and employee benefits

     163,695      197,954

Other current liabilities

     51,723      47,189

Income taxes payable, net

     —        995
             

Total current liabilities

     227,395      254,837
             

Non-current liabilities:

     

Retirement and pension plans

     27,503      28,831

Other non-current liabilities

     25,755      23,416
             

Total non-current liabilities

     53,258      52,247
             

Stockholders’ equity

     306,304      309,800
             

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

   $ 586,957    $ 616,884
             


Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc.

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

(In thousands)

(Unaudited)

 

     Three Months Ended
December 31,
 
     2008     2007  

Cash flows from operating activities:

    

Net income

   $ 5,283     $ 9,236  

Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:

    

Depreciation and amortization

     2,476       2,927  

Deferred income taxes

     6,494       (12,497 )

Net realized and unrealized gains on equity and warrant portfolio

     70       15  

Stock-based compensation expense, net

     6,005       5,018  

Cash paid for restructuring charges

     (720 )     (791 )

Other, net

     —         (1,115 )

Changes in assets and liabilities, net of effects of acquisitions:

    

Trade and other receivables

     32,059       32,713  

Accounts payable

     (36 )     1,314  

Accrued expenses

     21,807       33,953  

Income taxes recoverable (payable), net

     (6,007 )     13,199  

Retirement and pension plan assets and liabilities

     (2,608 )     (3,241 )

Prepayments

     398       (749 )

Other assets and liabilities, net

     436       4,072  
                

Net cash provided by operating activities

     65,657       84,054  
                

Cash flows from investing activities:

    

Restricted cash

     (9 )     (649 )

Acquisition of businesses, net of cash acquired

     (146 )     —    

Capital expenditures

     (5,474 )     (1,937 )

Purchases of cost and equity method investments

     (2,812 )     (2,172 )

Proceeds from sales of equity securities

     18       93  

Payments to consultants related to sales of equity securities

     (104 )     (74 )

Proceeds from sales of short-term investments

     —         87,550  

Purchases of short-term investments

     —         (40,575 )

Other, net

     (3 )     16  
                

Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities

     (8,530 )     42,252  
                

Cash flows from financing activities:

    

Proceeds from stock options exercised

     67       128  

Purchases of treasury stock

     (1,033 )     (13,336 )

Excess tax benefits related to stock-based compensation

     —         (198 )

Cash dividends paid

     (2,127 )     (2,295 )

Payment of employee tax withholdings from equity transactions

     (409 )     (488 )
                

Net cash used in financing activities

     (3,502 )     (16,189 )
                

Effect of foreign currency exchange rates on cash and cash equivalents

     (2,117 )     1,469  
                

Net increase in cash and cash equivalents

     51,508       111,586  

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period

     183,023       148,994  
                

Cash and cash equivalents at end of period

   $ 234,531     $ 260,580  
                

Supplemental schedule of noncash financing activities:

    

Beginning of period—Accrued treasury stock purchases

   $ 1,033     $ 1,311  

Treasury stock purchases

     —         13,630  

Cash paid for treasury stock purchases

     (1,033 )     (13,336 )
                

Accrued treasury stock purchases

   $ —       $ 1,605  
                


Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc.

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

(In thousands)

 

     Twelve Months Ended
December 31,
 
     2008     2007  
     (Unaudited)        

Cash flows from operating activities:

    

Net income

   $ 39,074     $ 56,463  

Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:

    

Depreciation and amortization

     10,544       11,279  

Impairment of intangible assets

     —         1,029  

Deferred income taxes

     11,960       (21,990 )

Net realized and unrealized losses on equity and warrant portfolio

     42       116  

Stock-based compensation expense, net

     24,772       30,689  

Cash paid for restructuring charges

     (2,841 )     (3,294 )

Other, net

     —         (1,115 )

Changes in assets and liabilities, net of effects of acquisitions:

    

Trade and other receivables

     2,925       4,244  

Accounts payable

     (349 )     (311 )

Accrued expenses

     (13,549 )     41,986  

Income taxes recoverable (payable), net

     (10,061 )     2,143  

Retirement and pension plan assets and liabilities

     (2,642 )     (3,230 )

Prepayments

     (5,696 )     (4,792 )

Other assets and liabilities, net

     (2,788 )     (298 )
                

Net cash provided by operating activities

     51,391       112,919  
                

Cash flows from investing activities:

    

Restricted cash

     129       (1,840 )

Acquisition of businesses, net of cash acquired

     (14,801 )     (1,277 )

Capital expenditures

     (13,402 )     (7,998 )

Purchases of cost and equity method investments

     (2,812 )     (2,172 )

Proceeds from sales of equity securities

     797       444  

Payments to consultants related to sales of equity securities

     (333 )     (219 )

Proceeds from sales of short-term investments

     22,275       207,075  

Purchases of short-term investments

     —         (155,975 )

Proceeds from sale of a business, net

     1,559       —    

Other, net

     5       16  
                

Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities

     (6,583 )     38,054  
                

Cash flows from financing activities:

    

Proceeds from stock options exercised

     897       19,353  

Purchases of treasury stock

     (48,071 )     (67,752 )

Excess tax benefits related to stock-based compensation

     —         7,977  

Cash dividends paid

     (8,750 )     (2,295 )

Payment of employee tax withholdings from equity transactions

     (8,764 )     (4,978 )
                

Net cash used in financing activities

     (64,688 )     (47,695 )
                

Effect of foreign currency exchange rates on cash and cash equivalents

     (6,169 )     9,862  
                

Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents

     (26,049 )     113,140  

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period

     260,580       147,440  
                

Cash and cash equivalents at end of period

   $ 234,531     $ 260,580  
                

Supplemental schedule of noncash financing activities:

    

Beginning of period—Accrued treasury stock purchases

   $ 1,605     $ —    

Treasury stock purchases

     46,466       69,357  

Cash paid for treasury stock purchases

     (48,071 )     (67,752 )
                

Accrued treasury stock purchases

   $ —       $ 1,605  
                
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