Executive Search

E. Catlin Donnelly & Associates provides clear, strategic and collaborative support for all phases of executive leadership searches. We are committed to helping mission-driven organizations find and recruit exceptional talent to best position the organization for its future. Our work is characterized by deep organizational insights, a spirit of facilitation and coaching, and a commitment to partnership with our clients. Word of mouth referrals and repeat business attest to the quality of our service.

Our executive search work is grounded in a clear process represented by the following diagram:

All of our searches begin with an organizational assessment, which provides the foundation for the search and the knowledge and insight that we integrate into a detailed job description. It also allows us to clearly represent the organization and to identify individuals who would be well suited to its specific needs and culture.

Our networking approach is personalized with deep regional roots and a wide variety of contacts developed over 20 years. During this phase of the search, we create a strong pool of qualified candidates, each of whom would bring a different approach and leave their own imprint on the organization.

Throughout the process, we work closely with the search committee or hiring executive. We bring extraordinary strengths in group facilitation that enable deep consensus-building and a clear identification of the individual whose background and characteristics are the best fit for the organization's needs going forward.

Specialty Areas

Identifying new organizational roles: We help established and new organizations identify leadership needs and develop new positions.

Succession planning: We guide boards and organizations to successfully plan and execute changes in leadership, ensuring a smooth transition.

Integrating new management: We provide tools that ease the transition to new leadership, for both the new leader and the management team.

Recruiting board members: We work with organizations to identify and recruit board members who can best serve the organization's needs and help to further its mission.