Arts + Culture, Education,
+ Nonprofit
McDermott + Bull’s Arts + Culture, Education, and Nonprofit Practice is a leader in executive search and interim placement, specializing in identifying and placing transformative leaders across arts and cultural institutions, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations. Our experienced executive search professionals understand the pivotal role that leadership plays in today’s mission-driven organizations. We have a proven track record of delivering exceptional executives who lead with purpose and drive lasting impact. From advancing artistic and cultural missions to shaping education and strengthening communities, we connect you with visionary leaders who can navigate the complexities of your sector.
SUBSECTORS
Our deep expertise spans various subsectors within the arts + culture, education, + nonprofit sectors, allowing our executive search and interim placement firm to deliver specialized services tailored to your unique needs. From higher education to charitable organizations, we understand the distinct challenges and opportunities within each domain, ensuring that we place leaders who drive meaningful impact.
Arts + Culture
Charitable Organizations
Conservation + Environmental Organizations
Foundations
Higher Education
Human + Social Services
Medical Research Organizations
Non-Governmental Organizations
Public Sector + Government
Our Team
Our team of Arts + Culture, Education, + Nonprofit executive search Partners and Recruiters brings a wealth of experience to every search. With a deep understanding of the arts and cultural institutions, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations, our team is uniquely equipped to find and place executives who will drive your company’s success.
Chris Bull
United States
Sue Waterbury
United States
Alex Verdecchia
Canada
Julie Francis
United States
Veronica Maceira
United States
Milly Smith
Canada
Insights + Placements
Stay current with our latest industry insights on nonprofit executive search and interim placement success stories.
Video Insights
Explore the latest conversations our team engages in with leaders in the arts + culture, education, + nonprofit sectors.
Watch Alex Verdecchia, McDermott + Bull Principal, and guest speaker Darlene Hyde, Governance + Strategy Advisor at tng, as they discuss overcoming challenges in NFP board governance.
While EDI initiatives have been commonplace in the academy for years, the events of 2020 have forced institutions to refocus their initiatives and tackle the issues of anti-Black and anti-Indigenous racism more aggressively.
Watch Alex Verdecchia, McDermott + Bull Principal, and guest speaker Dr. Michael Hart, Vice Provost, Indigenous Engagement at University of Calgary, as they discuss Indigenous engagement in the academy.
Sue Waterbury, Partner talks about women in the board room and the importance of diversity in leadership.
Featured Clients
We partner with leading organizations across the arts + culture, education, + nonprofit sectors to deliver top-tier executive search and interim solutions. From charitable foundations and social services to higher education institutions and municipal governments, we work with a wide range of organizations dedicated to making a positive impact and driving meaningful change in their communities.
Get in touch with our team to see how we can help you.
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