Exceptional Leaders Don’t Apply — We Find Them

Executive hiring isn't about posting a job and collecting resumes — it's about identifying transformational leadership. We take the pressure off your team by leading a strategic, hands-on search that surfaces aligned, high-impact candidates who can drive your mission forward.

Only Seasoned Recruiters. No Junior Staff.

Diverse Talent, Proactively Sourced

Curated Interview Process for Best Candidate

50k

U.S. executives in our extensive database

200+

Organizations served by our team

100%

Success Rate in Executive Searches

The challenges are real. But they’re solvable—with the right partner.

Break Through Hiring Barriers

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Most teams are stretched thin. We take the reins, cutting time-to-hire in half while pouring through thousands of potential candidates to ensure you get the best hire.

Referrals and job boards don’t deliver diversity. Our process builds strong, inclusive candidate pools that reflect your values.

Posting and hoping won't get you transformational leaders. We use cutting-edge technology and a relentless spirit to headhunt top 1% talent.

Conflicting voices stall progress. Our structured, data-backed process aligns your team around the right hire.

Why Organizations Choose Maneva

We Carry Real Weight

From crafting the role to closing the offer, our senior recruiters lead every part of the process—so you can focus on your day job without settling for less.

Relentless Talent Outreach

We don’t post and pray. We actively headhunt through our headhunt through our expansive network, AI, and national partnerships to bring you exceptional candidates.

Diversity and Equity in Action

DEI isn't a checkbox or quota for us. We curate strong, diverse candidate pools and reduce interviewer bias so you confidently select the best leader.

Recruiters with Executive Experience

All of our Partners have experience running 200+ person organizations themselves prior to joining Maneva, providing them a unique insight into building successful teams.

Why Organizations Choose Maneva

We carry real weight

From crafting the role to closing the offer, our senior recruiters lead every part of the process—so you can focus on your day job without settling for less.

Relentless Talent Outreach

We don’t post and pray. We actively headhunt through our headhunt through our expansive network, AI, and national partnerships to bring you exceptional candidates.

Diversity and Equity in Action

DEI isn't a checkbox or quota for us. We curate strong, diverse candidate pools and reduce interviewer bias so you confidently select the best leader.

Recruiters with Executive Experience

All of our Partners have experience running 200+ person organizations themselves prior to joining Maneva, providing them a unique insight into building successful teams.

The New Standard in Mission-Driven Search

Executive Search, Done Right

We don’t just fill roles—we help organizations find leaders who move missions forward. Our high-touch, data-informed approach delivers standout talent faster, with an unwavering commitment to equity, precision, and results.

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Faster Hiring. Better Leaders.

Our average placement timeline is 3 months—half the industry average—with leaders who stay and scale.

Senior Recruiters on Every Search

You’ll work directly with seasoned experts, not entry-level staff, every step of the way.

Proactive, Personalized Outreach

We go beyond job boards to find aligned, top-performing leaders who aren’t actively looking.

Equity Embedded in the Process

Every search is designed to build a strong, diverse candidate pool and eliminate bias in hiring.

Hands-On Support from Start to Finish

We don’t just source talent—we guide your team through every stage of the process with clarity and confidence.

No-Risk Guarantee & Replacement Coverage

Backed by our satisfaction and replacement guarantees, so you can hire with peace of mind.

“The thing that stood out was the way you talked about diversity in your searches. The candidate pool was rich...we had over 900 applications and they were quality candidates. We had some really talented people come to the table.”

Tiffani Bibb
Chief People & Culture Officer
Our impact

Case Study: Transforming Leadership

See how we helped a grassroots nonprofit find the right leader to carry their mission forward.

Boxing Out Negativity

Replacing a founder is never easy—especially when the role demands more than just experience. This Chicago-based youth empowerment nonprofit needed a “unicorn”: someone from the North Lawndale community with deep credibility and a passion for building safe futures for young people.

In just 2.5 months, we placed a transformational Executive Director who hit the ground running—revamping operations, energizing fundraising, and embodying the heart of the mission.



Tom Hulsebosch, the Board Chair, said "We are mindful of every dollar and wondered if we could afford to hire Maneva. But now that we're done, we couldn't really afford not to. You posed key questions to our board and founders, forcing the right conversations. And we had a great selection of A-list candidates. You were invaluable."

A High-Touch, Proven Process Designed for Mission-Driven Organizations

How We Deliver Executive Talent That Lasts

Our trusted process delivers the right leader—faster, smarter, and with total confidence.

1

Align on Vision

We begin by listening deeply. Through strategic conversations with your board and leadership, we define the role, the organizational culture, and the traits of your ideal leader—ensuring total clarity and alignment from the start.

2

Build the Right Pool

We don’t wait for resumes. Using our expansive network of mission-aligned leaders, cutting edge AI-powered campaigns, focused national partnerships, and targeted headhunting, we proactively recruit a strong, diverse slate of candidates with the skills-and values-you need.

3

Optimize the Process

Your time matters. We design the entire interview experience—from curated questions to our bias-reducing scorecard system—so your team can evaluate effectively and move forward with clarity and confidence.

4

Secure the Right Hire

We personally screen and interview top candidates, presenting only the most aligned and high-potential individuals. From final interviews to reference checks and offer negotiation, we guide you every step of the way.

Proven Impact

Trusted by 200+ Mission-Driven Organizations Nationwide

"One of the benefits of working with your team is responsiveness, we were able to move very quickly from drafting the position thru the process, even through the holidays. All candidates were fantastic!"

Kristi Brangle

VP of People & Culture

"The process was very, very thorough. You did a great job with the pre-screening process which made the whole interview process so much easier. Your follow up and preparing us for each interview was very helpful."

Jacquie Holmes

President

"It was one of the best experiences that I've had and I have worked with extensive number of search firms. We had an aggressive timeline and you guys nailed it. We ended up finding a candidate that will elevate the organization on an international level."

Ron Hamilton

HR Consultant

"It was a perfect search... and you did it in 45 days! It was incredible. I found your process refreshing, rewarding and you moved quickly. It was a flawless search."

Nancy Hemmenway

HR Consultant

"We are currently re-inventing our team, and you have been an invaluable partner in rebuilding our
leadership. Being a CPA yourself really helped get that next level of candidates for us."

Stacy Martin

Chief Executive Officer

"You put together amazing candidates. We met a lot of larger firms...but the size of your firm quickly became a bonus because we worked with the A-team. We got candidates within weeks and finished the process in two months. We found a candidate we love and are excited for the new CEO to get started."

Sean Vassilaros

Chairman of the Board

"You have our deepest appreciation for conducting a process that was at every step professional, thoughtful, and enjoyable. We are lucky to have the candidate on the team and ever grateful for your role in the process. It was a tremendous pleasure to work with you and I hope we have the opportunity to partner on a search again soon."

Satchel Kaplan- Allen

Chief of Staff

"I am so impressed with the efficiency, professionalism, and expertise that you showed every step of the way. The timeline was incredible, and you were exactly what we needed after a poor experience with a prior firm. Our entire experience has been absolutely stellar."

Kymberly Garrett

Chief People & Diversity Officer

"[Both final candidates] are exceptional, and I believe either of them would do an outstanding job. I have not seen your level of care and expertise in my entire career."

Lynn McNair

President

"I cannot recommend Sneha highly enough. I had worked with a range of search consultants, including much larger firms...I really prefer someone who has a smaller client roster and who can really give me personalized, devoted attention."

Jessica Love

Sr. Managing Director

"You were a fabulous partner...I appreciated the professionalism, the grace with which you conducted the search and partnered with us. The stewarding of the whole process was thorough, meticulous... You made it quite seamless. I was fully and completely supported."

Dana Lanza

Chief Executive Officer

"Our search concluded with the 'unicorn' candidate! He is going to be fantastic. We could never have found him without your firm."

Cynthia Chennault

Board Chair

Navigating the Challenges of Executive Hiring

At Maneva Group, we help mission-driven organizations overcome the most common barriers to hiring transformational leaders.

"We can handle this in-house."

Many teams try to manage executive hiring internally—but without dedicated recruiting expertise, searches often stall or miss the mark. We bring the structure, speed, and strategy needed to identify the right leader, fast.

"We don’t have the budget for a retained search."

The cost of a vacant executive seat—lost revenue, stalled momentum, and team burnout—often outweighs the investment in a strategic search partner. We move quickly to reduce vacancy time and deliver leaders who drive real ROI.

"We need a leader who understands our mission."

Hiring for values alignment isn’t optional—it’s essential. We specialize in placing leaders who don’t just bring credentials, but deep passion and commitment to your cause, culture, and long-term vision.

Navigating the Challenges of Executive Hiring

At Maneva Group, we help mission-driven organizations overcome the most common barriers to hiring transformational leaders.

"We can handle this in-house."

Many teams try to manage executive hiring internally—but without dedicated recruiting expertise, searches often stall or miss the mark. We bring the structure, speed, and strategy needed to identify the right leader, fast.

"We don’t have the budget for a retained search."

The cost of a vacant executive seat—lost revenue, stalled momentum, and team burnout—often outweighs the investment in a strategic search partner. We move quickly to reduce vacancy time and deliver leaders who drive real ROI.

"We need a leader who understands our mission."

Hiring for values alignment isn’t optional—it’s essential. We specialize in placing leaders who don’t just bring credentials, but deep passion and commitment to your cause, culture, and long-term vision.

Step Into Your Next Chapter of Impact

Join Maneva’s curated talent network to access executive roles at mission-driven organizations. We connect purpose-driven leaders like you with opportunities where your skills, values, and vision can truly make a difference.

FAQs

Executive Search FAQs

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What is nonprofit executive search, and how does it work?

How long does a typical executive search take?

What types of leadership roles do you recruit for?

We don’t have an HR team or a job description. Can we still work with you?

How do you ensure diversity in executive hiring?

What makes Maneva Group different from other executive search firms?

Do you offer retained executive search services nationwide?

How do you find executive candidates who aren’t actively job hunting?

FAQs

Executive Search FAQs

What is nonprofit executive search, and how does it work?

How long does a typical executive search take?

What types of leadership roles do you recruit for?

We don’t have an HR team or a job description. Can we still work with you?

How do you ensure diversity in executive hiring?

What makes Maneva Group different from other executive search firms?

Do you offer retained executive search services nationwide?

How do you find executive candidates who aren’t actively job hunting?

Still have questions?

Contact Us

Ready to Hire Exceptional Leadership?

Find the right executive—faster, smarter, and with less stress. Our high-touch, mission-aligned search process delivers top-tier leaders in just 3 months on average. Let’s talk about how we can support your next great hire.

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Ready to Hire Exceptional Leadership?

Find the right executive—faster, smarter, and with less stress. Our high-touch, mission-aligned search process delivers top-tier leaders in just 3 months on average. Let’s talk about how we can support your next great hire.

Tell Us About Your Hiring Needs

Learn How Our Process Works

Get a Clear Path Forward

Book an Appointment Now