Leaders Who Drive Purpose and Performance
We recruit growth-focused leaders for social enterprises and impact-driven organizations scaling their reach.
For-Profit Experience, Purpose-Driven Vision
Strategic Growth Talent
Tailored, High-Touch Process
Seamless Transitions
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50k+
U.S. executives in our extensive database
200+
Organizations served by our team
100%
Success Rate in Executive Searches
For-Profit Talent, Purpose-Driven Values
Scaling a mission-driven company requires leadership that knows how to grow revenue without compromising values. We specialize in recruiting executives who bring business rigor and social impact experience, so your team stays aligned as you grow.
Leaders who balance growth with social impact
Startup and scale-stage executive experience
Recruitment tailored to your business model
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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.
We Understand Business
We are seasoned entrepreneurs with mission-driven hearts. All of our partners have managed teams of over 200 people at for-profit organizations, so we understand how to build teams that can seamlessly serve both mission and bottom-line.
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.
Leaders Who Scale Purpose and Profit
You’re not just hiring a leader — you’re shaping the future of your business and the change it creates. At Maneva Group, we help purpose-driven companies find executives who can scale operations, build inclusive cultures, and keep impact at the center of growth.
Purpose-Fit Discovery
We start by understanding your growth stage, cultural DNA, and strategic priorities. Together, we define the ideal candidate profile — balancing business acumen with mission alignment and a deep understanding of your customers and community.
Strategic Talent Sourcing
Using a mix of AI-powered outreach, niche industry networks, and our 50,000+ leader database, we actively headhunt purpose-aligned talent — including executives who aren't applying anywhere else but are ready to make a difference.
High-Impact Interview Strategy
We craft a customized interview process built to evaluate values, vision, and leadership ability. Our inclusive scorecard systems help your team stay aligned and objective — reducing bias and increasing confidence in every decision.
Confident, Culture-Aligned Hire
We facilitate structured decision-making, provide real-time counsel, and handle the final steps — from references to offer negotiation — ensuring your next hire strengthens your leadership bench and accelerates your mission.
Case Study: Transformational Turnaround Leadership
See how we helped this nonprofit rebuild trust and momentum Following the departure of a high-profile founder, this organization needed a bold new leader to guide their next chapter.
Anti-Trafficking Organization – Chief Executive Officer
After growing to $50M under its founder, this organization faced public scrutiny and internal disruption during a difficult leadership transition. Within 3 months, Maneva Group placed a turnaround CEO with deep marketing expertise and cross-sector leadership experience. In under a year, she has rebranded the organization, restored morale, and reinvigorated its mission.
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Months to Hire
$
50M
Organization Led Through Crisis
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
Leaders Who Scale Purpose
Whether you're a social enterprise, impact consultancy, or purpose-led firm, the people you hire shape how your mission comes to life. At Maneva Group, we specialize in connecting you with leaders who drive growth without compromising your values.
Our team understands the fast-moving nature of mission-driven businesses—where agility, innovation, and cultural alignment are non-negotiable. With every search, we help you find executives who can fuel momentum, expand impact, and lead with conviction.
Frequently Asked Questions: Leadership Search for Impact Companies
Still have questions?
What defines a “mission-driven company” in your search process?
Do you work with both nonprofits and for-profit impact organizations?
How do you find leaders who blend business acumen with social values?
Can you help us hire for hybrid or remote roles?
What’s your guarantee if the hire doesn’t work out?
Still have questions?
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
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