Leadership transitions don’t have to feel overwhelming or rushed. By taking the time to assess your needs, engaging an objective perspective, and broadening your talent pool, you can make decisions that set your organization up for long-term success.

Leadership transitions can make or break a nonprofit. Many boards, focused on familiarity, miss the chance to innovate. Acme Social Service Agency and Think Forward Association both faced crises by replicating the past or hiring for prestige rather than practical skills. These cases highlight the need for objective, forward-thinking leadership to navigate change and secure long-term success.

Child Advocates has named Kimberly Harriman, MBA, CPC, CPCO, CRC, CPB as Director of Clinic Operations.

Child Advocates has named Genevieve Gaines, CFRE as Chief Development Officer. A seasoned nonprofit fundraising professional, Gaines will lead Child Advocates’ fund development to support their mission to champion children and families throughout Indiana.

Life Centers is pleased to announce the appointment of Kellie Leeper as its Senior Director of Donor Relations. A highly accomplished philanthropic professional and community member with a deep commitment

In April 2023, Talbott Talent conducted a retained search to place Roscoe Brown as Transportation Director for Janus Developmental Services. Partnering with Janus Developmental Services' leadership, Talbott Talent identified and recruited a candidate whose skills and competencies were ideally suited to move the organization’s mission forward.

In July 2022, Travis Skodack, a Talbott Talent candidate, was named Director of Membership for the American Oil Chemists' Society (AOCS). Skodack brings expertise in membership development and strategic partnerships, having previously excelled in member engagement and retention strategies at the International Association of Professional Women.

In January 2022, Erica Krutsch was appointed Director of Marketing for the American Oil Chemists' Society (AOCS), thanks to Talbott Talent's successful recruitment efforts. Previously, she served as Marketing Manager at Nutritional Sciences Corporation, leading innovative marketing campaigns, digital outreach, and brand positioning efforts.

In April 2019, Talbott Talent conducted a retained search to place Mandy Williams as Vice President of Programs for LifeStream Services. Partnering with LifeStream's leadership, Talbott Talent identified and recruited a candidate whose skills and competencies were ideally suited to move the organization’s mission forward.

In January 2019, Heidi Borter was appointed Meetings Manager for the American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine (ASRA), following Talbott Talent's successful candidate search. Previously, she served as Event Coordinator at the National Association of Healthcare Professionals, excelling in organizing large-scale events and coordinating logistics.

In September 2018, Denny Smith, PhD, was appointed Managing Director of Certification for the American Welding Society, thanks to Talbott Talent's successful recruitment. Previously, he served as Director of Certification Programs at the International Institute of Welding, where he led the development and implementation of certification standards and training modules.