Education & Social Impact Executive Search

 

Dedicated executive recruiters for the education, nonprofit, and social impact sectors

For mission driven organizations, it takes strong leadership to power human potential, forge the way for scalable innovation, and make an enduring impact. Today’s most influential organizations are those led by dynamic, transformative, and diverse leaders capable of driving change and providing support in a rapidly changing world.

Expertise in executive search for education and social impact organizations

At JM Search we’ve built a highly experienced and deeply connected team of recruiters dedicated to matching inspirational and forward-thinking leaders with mission-driven educational and social impact organizations. Regardless of the type of environment (private, nonprofit, corporate), we take pride in gathering a full understanding of the unique needs of each organization and recognize the critical importance of getting it right when hiring at the executive level. At JM Search, we’re dedicated to supporting the ever-evolving needs of our clients to ensure their organizations are making a lasting impact. Since 1980, we’ve expected nothing less and neither should you.

“We are thrilled with the combination of leadership experience and deep industry knowledge that our new CEO brings. The JM Search team took the time to fully understand the unique needs of the business, present a highly qualified group of candidates to our search committee, and then guided us through an in-depth diligence and interview process to ensure we chose the right person for the position.”

Andy Newcomb

Board Director

iDonate

“I have worked with JM Search as both a candidate and as a client and they are the best in the business. What differentiates them from other executive recruiters is their tremendous network of viable candidates, deep industry expertise, ability to tell your company’s story, comprehensive process, and sound council.”

Ashley Mathis

CEO

SmartLab Learning

“The hiring of a Chief Financial Officer, Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Sales Officer has been a key factor in our success and we are grateful for the partnership with JM Search.”

Brad Lindaas

CEO

95 Percent Group

“I can’t say enough positive things about our partnership and experience with JM Search. I really value that they consistently work within the timelines and guidelines that we’ve agreed to, and they continue to communicate and follow up after the hire has been made, which is especially impressive. Highly recommend!”

Brett Shively

CEO

ACI Learning

Partnering with you

With deep functional and sector-specific expertise, our partners have built expansive professional networks from decades of firsthand experience.

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Our recruiting expertise

  • Early Childhood

    Strong leadership is key as early education evolves through tech-enhanced learning and personalized approaches that support cognitive, emotional, and social development.

  • K-12

    K–12 education is modernizing through tech-driven tools and formats that demand innovative leadership and teaching support.

  • Higher Education

    Higher education thrives on transformative, diverse leadership to drive innovation and unlock human potential through technology.

  • Adult Learning / Workforce Development

    Adult learning adapts to evolving workforce needs with flexible, focused programs and transformative leadership.

  • Non-Profit

    Mission-driven organizations advance democracy and inclusion through intentional partnerships and visionary civic leadership.

Executive positions recruited

Our team is comprised of former C-level executives and deeply experienced executive recruiting experts that know how to assess top talent across the following key functions:

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Executive recruitment for the education & social impact sectors

JM Search specializes in recruiting visionary executives for the education and social impact sectors. Our deep industry expertise and extensive network enables us to connect transformative leaders with mission-driven organizations. We pride ourselves on understanding the unique needs of each client, ensuring that our placements are not just qualified, but also aligned with making a lasting impact in their fields and communities.

One firm, focused on you.® Contact us today to discuss your executive recruiting needs.