Forbes Recognizes Lindauer as a Top-25 Search Firm

For the second consecutive year, Forbes has recognized Lindauer in the top 25 of its list of America's 150 Best Executive Recruiting Firms. Based on input from recruiters, hiring managers, and candidates, Lindauer's inclusion in this list is a reflection of the trust our nonprofit colleagues place in us as their executive search partner.

Thank you for this honor.

How-To Resource

A First Time for Everything: How to Recruit for an Inaugural Role

When hiring for a new position without any precedent in your organization, there are a few special considerations to keep in mind and put into practice:

• Define the role and the expectations. The job description will largely depend on whether the person who steps into this role will build a program or augment existing functions.?
• Socialize the role internally. Identify key stakeholders and communicate with them early and often about the purpose of the new position and how it fits into the organizational structure.
• Consider non-traditional candidates. While you may have specific criteria in mind, be open to candidates who might expand the boundaries of what's possible in this inaugural role.?
• Provide structure but be flexible. Once your new hire arrives, give them plenty of support while welcoming the initiative they'll take in shaping the new role.?

Lindauer Vice President and Managing Director Faith Montgomery recently contributed an article to the Giving Institute's website about how organizations can position themselves and their new hires for success when recruiting for inaugural roles.?

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Search Results

We partner with mission-driven organizations to find the leaders who will propel their causes forward. These outstanding professionals are poised to make a profound impact in their new roles.

• Krisha Marcano, Dean of Theater, Boston Conservatory at Berklee
• Dr. Michael Gustafson, Chief Executive Officer, The Schwartz Center for Compassionate Care
• Alison Cole, Executive Director, Yale Alumni Association
• Laura Heilenday, Associate Vice President and Chief Executive Officer, Duke University
• Christine Andrews, Vice President for Philanthropy Shared Services, University of Maryland Medical System
• David A. Ortiz, Vice President for Equity, Accountability, and Inclusive Excellence, Southwestern University
• Lauren Hoops-Schmieg, Chief Executive Officer, Ronald McDonald House Charities of New England
• Roberta Albert, Vice President for Institutional Advancement, Teachers College, Columbia University

Featured Career Opportunities

• Chief Executive Officer, Seattle Public Library Foundation
• Assistant Vice President of Alumni Relations and Executive Director of the Alumni Association, Johns Hopkins University & Medicine
• Assistant Vice President, Major Gifts, MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Director of Development, Perelman Performing Arts Center (PAC NYC)
• Chief Development Officer, Endometriosis Foundation
• Associate Vice President of External Relations and Communications, Mount Saint Mary's University
• Publisher, National Consumer Law Center
• Director of Advancement, School of Medicine, University of Utah Health
• Director of Advancement, Westridge School

Your Nonprofit Executive Search Partner

If you and your organization are embarking on a search, please visit our website to read about Lindauer's talent management, leadership, and executive search services and to submit an inquiry with our team. We would love to learn about your open position, your organization, and your goals for the future.

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