Executive Search for Mission-Driven Organizations

Finding leaders that matter for missions that matter®
BoardWalk Consulting is the first call for mission-driven organizations facing high-stakes leadership transitions like CEO departures, founder exits, post-crisis hires, and strategic pivots.  
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Nonprofit executive search when you need it most
We identify leaders who can meet the moment and take your organization to its desired state. At the beginning of each search, we engage your board, staff, funders, and community partners to develop a 360° understanding of your organization’s operations, infrastructure, and culture. The result is a Leadership Profile that reflects the role and the aspirations of the organization they will lead. 
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Trusted with the moments that matter most.

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Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

We champion diversity at every level - not just in gender and ethnic representation, but in the range of skills, experiences, and perspectives we bring to every search. Just under half of our placements are leaders of color, and a majority are women. Our leaders often mirror the markets they serve, building stronger, more innovative teams, and broadening the thinking at the table.  
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~50% our placements are leaders of color

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~60% of our placements are women

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70% of placements are still in their positions since 2017

“Complicated situations are exactly where we do our best work.”

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Senior access throughout
You work directly with our senior consultants during the full arc of your nonprofit search, so you’re always in expert hands. 
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What people are saying

We build relationships that compound over time — with clients and candidates.

BoardWalk far exceeded all expectations – they delivered on their promise with excellence.

BoardWalk's process works, their service is stellar and results are guaranteed. They really understand nonprofit search needs. 

It's clear to all of us why BoardWalk Consulting is such a busy place: Expertise, talent, discipline and caring. You and your team are exemplary.