DiverseForce Executive Search

Connecting Mission-Driven Organizations with Transformational Leaders

At DiverseForce, we specialize in executive search for mission-driven nonprofits and social enterprises, ensuring that each placement strengthens leadership, enhances governance, and accelerates impact. Our expertise in nonprofit and social enterprise leadership allows us to identify transformational leaders who align with your vision and values.

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Our Executive Search Approach

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Personalized and Consultative

Our high-touch, tailored search experience ensures alignment with your organization’s mission, culture, and strategic goals.
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Deep Sector Experience

With decades of experience in nonprofit leadership and governance, we understand what it takes to drive mission success.
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Leadership that Drives Impact

We match organizations with leaders who drive mission success, strengthen governance, and foster sustainable growth.
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Commitment to Excellence

We build leadership teams that create measurable impact and ensure long-term success.

The DiverseForce
Advantage

Our executive search process goes beyond filling a role—we help organizations build high-performing leadership teams that drive inclusion, innovation, and impact.

Consultative Support for Leadership Transitions

We guide organizations through succession planning and leadership transitions, offering consultative support in defining role requirements, succession strategies, and long-term leadership needs.

High-Tech, High-Touch Approach

We combine high-tech AI-driven processes and insights with a high-touch relationship-driven approach. With deep industry expertise, we optimize the efficiency of the search while maximizing the results.

Expanding Access to High-Impact Leaders

We leverage our internal and external databases of hundreds of thousands of professionals and nonprofit executives, ensuring organizations have access to highly qualified candidates across all dimensions of diversity. Our process taps into dynamic leadership pipelines of talent that can drive meaningful change and innovation.

A Candidate Experience That Strengthens Your Brand

Our reputation for a seamless and professional hiring experience enhances employer branding and increases long-term retention of top leadership talent.

Competency-Based Candidate Selection

Our structured evaluation process ensures all candidates are assessed on their expertise, leadership potential, and strategic alignment with your organization’s goals.

Executive Roles We Specialize In:

We place mission-driven executives and senior leaders in key roles, including:

  • Chief Executive Officer (CEO) & Executive Director
  • Chief Operating Officer (COO) & Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
  • Chief Marketing & Development Officers (CMO/CDO)
  • Chief People & Culture / Chief Talent Officers
  • Chief Impact Officer (CIO)
  • Vice Presidents & Senior Directors in Finance, Programs, and Strategy
  • Board of Directors & Advisory Roles

We work closely with organizations to define their leadership needs and identify exceptional talent that aligns with their mission and long-term goals.

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Our Search Process

Discovery & Alignment

We take the time to understand your organization’s culture, challenges, and leadership needs.

Customized Search Strategy

We deploy a targeted recruitment strategy, leveraging deep industry knowledge and network insights.

Targeted Outreach & Candidate Assessment

Our rigorous evaluation process ensures only the most qualified, mission-aligned candidates move forward.

Interview & Selection Support

We guide clients through the selection process, providing structured interview facilitation and candidate insights

Yielding Top National Talent Placements 

We identify exceptional talent through a proven, thorough process that taps into harder-to-reach niche talent networks. We consistently present leaders who bring both the expertise and perspective to drive organizational success and innovation.

73%

of DiverseForce's 2024 placements were women.

36%

of DiverseForce's 2024 placements were people of color.

100k+

DiverseForce search team's combined reach on LinkedIn.

Our Clients

We have successfully placed leadership talent in organizations that focus on:
  • Education & Workforce Development
  • Social & Economic Justice
  • Philanthropy & Foundations
  • Healthcare & Public Health
  • Arts & Culture
  • Environment & Sustainability
  • Technology & Innovation for Social Impact
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Testimonials

The Client's Experience

Despite having worked with other recruiters in the past, our experience with the DiverseForce team was nothing short of exceptional... Their expertise in sourcing candidates with relevant experience, incorporating assessments, and meticulously filtering candidates based on both skills and cultural fit set them apart. The DiverseForce team's efficiency in guiding us through team interviews and the final selection process was particularly noteworthy... I highly recommend their services for anyone looking to hire talented and productive executives and development professionals for their team. DiverseForce has proven to be a valuable partner in our recruitment process.
- Kim Folsom, Founder, Chairperson and CEO, Founders First Capital Partners
We had a terrific experience working with DiverseForce, through every stage of the process. We were delighted not only by the outcome, but also received positive feedback from applicants about their experience as well. That extra touch sets DiverseForce apart and conveys our values to everyone engaged in the application process.
- Kate Houstoun, Chief Impact Officer at United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey
We could not have found a better partner than DiverseForce to source extraordinary talent, and we could not have worked with better, more committed people than the DiverseForce team. We are very grateful.
- Matt Bergheiser, President at University City District
I am so impressed by your work-you guided us through this process thoroughly and thoughtfully. I am so glad that we selected you as a search firm-you run your organization with tremendous integrity.
- Paula Goldstein, CEO at Jewish Family and Children's Service of Greater Philadelphia
Thank you very much for the work you did to bring the slate of candidates to us and the support to help evaluate each of them. It wasn't an easy decision as any of them could have been a great addition to our team. The process was very smooth, and we enjoyed working with you!
- Kevin Rossi, VP, Human Resources at Jewish Family and Children's Service of Greater Philadelphia

The Candidate's Experience

DiverseForce did a great job screening me for a job I applied for. They were friendly, thorough, and really wanted to ensure I was a good fit for the organization I applied for. I would highly recommend them!
- Justin Douglas
DiverseForce selected an opportunity that was an excellent fit for my experience and asymmetrical skill set. I was amazed and shared the position description with people who know me well. Each agreed that it was a perfect fit. DiverseForce is comprised of capable, caring, well-connected, and extremely professional people. I could not have asked for more.
- Gabrielle Wanamaker
It was such a pleasure working with the DiverseForce team! Probably one of the best interview experiences I have had overall (virtual meeting, organization, communication, etc). Thank you again!
- Tamika Curry
I had an amazing experience with my DiverseForce recruiter. She was professional, consistent, helpful and encouraging.
- Erica Rylander
DiverseForce provided guidance during the process and feedback after the process that was very helpful.
- Nicholas James

Our Team

Our dedicated executive search team brings deep industry knowledge, a vast network, and a commitment to ensuring inclusive, mission-aligned leadership placements. We serve as strategic advisors, guiding organizations through leadership transitions with a consultative and high-touch approach.

Build Your Leadership Team with DiverseForce

Our work is not just about finding leaders—it’s about building the right leadership team to move your mission forward. Partner with us to identify exceptional talent that will shape the future of your organization.