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FaithSearch Partners is delighted to welcome Bryan Fowler to its team as Senior Vice President. As an experienced executive and board member in nonprofit, secondary education, and healthcare, Fowler brings…
When interviewing, one of the biggest missed opportunities for executive-level candidates may be failing to come up with well-crafted questions that they are prepared to ask when the opportunity presents…
FaithSearch Partners is pleased to announce its continuing partnership with Kettering College in Kettering, Ohio, on three department chair search projects. The firm is helping the College find leaders for…
Executives frequently worry about recruiting talented leaders and employees. If budget permits, organizations may have an entire department devoted to talent acquisition. Leadership may choose to outsource recruiting work to…
Bahamas Government and UNICEF to Bring 10,000 Displaced Children Back to School after Hurricane Dorian With the support of UNICEF, the Government of the Bahamas has begun registering approximately 10,000…
In the past few decades, pro-active career exploration while in a secure employment situation has become increasingly normalized, and the notion that a leader’s choice to exit an organization somehow…
Clifford Reynolds, III answered the call to serve as Principal of Pine Forge Academy, an historically African-American, co-educational, Seventh-day Adventist Christian boarding school in Berks County, Pennsylvania. Principal Reynolds will…
Due to significant growth, FaithSearch has restructured its leadership team and appointed Ivan Bartolome as Chief Operating Officer and Courtney Fry as Vice President of Research, Process and Marketing. In…
At FaithSearch Partners, we’re blessed to have an exceptionally dedicated and knowledgeable support staff – it’s one of our firm’s most important assets that sets us apart and helps us…
Personal Thoughts from Ed Fry, CEO/Founder, FaithSearch Partners, Inc. In my daily morning devotional, I recently read through the Book of Revelation, the “capstone” book of the Bible. Revelation can…
“As Chairman of the Board, I am pleased to announce that our new President and CEO will be…Alexa”!!! How far from reality can this scenario be? Artificial Intelligence is no…
As we think about Christ’s sacrifice on the cross, we remember how following His example of forgiveness makes us better leaders. Recently, the company that FaithSearch uses to conduct candidate…
The Mission Enterprise Division of FaithSearch Partners is pleased to report that another leadership search project for North Tampa Christian Academy is well underway. This search, led by Ivan Bartolome,…
FaithSearch Partners is pleased to announce its recent partnership with Pine Forge Academy (PFA) in the search for its next Principal/Headmaster. Based in Pine Forge, Pennsylvania, PFA is a co-educational…
North Tampa Christian Academy (NTCA), which opened the doors to its 23-acre, state-of-the-art campus for the first time this fall, has been in the spotlight because of its innovative environment…
Last week the voracious Camp Wildfire swept through the Northern California town of Paradise, killing more than two dozen individuals, putting thousands in harm’s way, and forcing the rapid evacuation…
“Moving toward our greatest potential never feels great, but it always affects change. It’s dirty hard work. It comes from things that are done well when no one is around…
FaithSearch Partners is pleased to welcome Heidi Dart to its team as Research & Marketing Associate. In this role, Dart provides support to FaithSearch’s Academic Division, as well as its…
FaithSearch Partners is pleased to announce a partnership with Pacific Union College (PUC) in the search for faculty for their Nursing Department. Based in the California Napa Valley, PUC is…
FaithSearch Partners is delighted to announce that its client, Adventist University of Health Sciences (ADU), has selected Sandee Dunbar, DPA, OTRL\A, FAOTA, as its next Provost beginning in July. Dr….
FaithSearch Partners is delighted to announce its partnership with King’s Way Christian Schools in launching a search for its next Superintendent, the most senior school leader of the schools. King’s…
Earlier this year, FaithSearch Partners celebrated its merger with Halftime Talent Solutions, expanding its capabilities in faith-based not-for-profits, ministries and businesses seeking leaders with strong spiritual values. Watch FaithSearch President/CEO…
FaithSearch Partners is excited to announce it has appointed Porsche Schooley as Vice President, Administrative Services and Rachel Barnes as Vice President/Chief Information Officer. As Vice President, Administrative Services, Schooley…
2018 marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for executive search firms FaithSearch Partners and Halftime Talent Solutions, as the merger they announced in mid-2017 becomes official. Both firms…
FaithSearch Partners’ Mission Enterprise Division is partnering with Dallas Seminary Foundation in a search for an Executive Director of the Foundation and Planned Giving. Dallas Seminary Foundation (DSF) exists to support…
FaithSearch Partners, recently merged with Halftime Talent Solution, is pleased to announce it has initiated the search for the Director of Finance for Legacy Christian Academy in Frisco, Texas. Founded…
FaithSearch is pleased to announce it recently initiated the search for a President for the Mount Carmel College of Nursing in Columbus, Ohio. Mount Carmel College of Nursing has one…
FaithSearch CEO Ed Fry recently met with a graduate student to answer questions about everything from starting his own company to the culture at FaithSearch to his favorite business book….
FaithSearch Partners has been retained to conduct a search for a Provost for Adventist University of Health Sciences (ADU) in Orlando, Florida. The University has more than 2,000 students and…
You sit down to start fresh on a new resumé. The job sounds perfect for you, and it’s a step up from your current position. You dust off the template…
FaithSearch Partners, a leading executive search firm serving faith-based organizations, announced today it donated $200,000 to various ministries and faith-based organizations in 2016. The announcement is a well-timed celebration for…
As we move into a new year, most of us find ourselves reflecting on the past 12 months and reevaluating our priorities for the year to come. As we do…
FaithSearch Partners Recognized in Hunt Scanlon’s Top Search Firms in Nonprofit and Higher Education
FaithSearch Partners is honored to have been recognized for our work with nonprofits as one of the top 50 search firms in the nonprofit and higher education industries in the…
First Woman Installed as Anderson University Dean of Theology Anderson University has named Rev. MaryAnn Hawkins as its first female dean of theology and Christian ministries. The Indiana-based institution brought…
FaithSearch Partners is working with the Florida Conference of Seventh-day Adventists to help find a Head of School for a new Adventist school in Tampa, Florida. Construction on the, yet…
Baylor University Starts Presidential Search Baylor University has announced it is starting the search for its 15th president, the Baptist Standard reports. The university has appointed a search committee and…
George Fox University Marks 125-Year Anniversary During 2016-17 Academic Year George Fox University will celebrate its 125-year anniversary in the newly begun school year, expected to bring in more than…
How millennials are changing faith-based culture It is estimated that in 1900, knowledge doubled every 100 years, but by 2015 it was doubling every 12 hours. This rapidly increasing speed…
When it comes to leadership, Jesus broke and continues to break the mold. His bold actions and words separated him from the leaders of his day, and they still contrast…
Andrews University Names Christon Arthur Provost-elect Michigan’s Andrews University has announced Christon Arthur will be its new provost. He has served as dean of the Andrews University School of Graduate…
Faith-based Colleges Say Anti-Discrimination Bill Would Infringe on Their Religious Freedom California faith-based colleges are speaking out against a potential anti-discrimination bill saying it would infringe on their religious…
Biblical leadership often looks very different from the rest of the world. But this is how Jesus lived — counter-cultural, redefining who a leader should be. The Gospel of Luke…
Ed Stetzer Leaving LifeWay for Wheaton College LifeWay Research executive director Ed Stetzer has left the position after nine years to become the executive director of the Billy Graham Center…
Faith-based organizations are called to stand out — to be different than the other organizations in their industry. Leaders of those faith-based organizations should also live differently, in accordance with Christ rather…
Belmont University Receives Its Largest Donation In History Nashville’s Belmont University announced it has received its largest donation in the school’s history: $15 million. The gift comes from the Ayers…
Jesus revolutionized what it means to be a leader. His approach to leadership was so radically different from how the religious leaders of the day lived their lives that it…
Wheaton College Names First Female Provost in School History Amid Plans to Adopt New Diversity Requirements The Christian Post reports that Wheaton College has named its first female provost in…
FaithSearch Partners, the leading executive search firm focused on faith-based hospitals, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, churches and ministries, is pleased to announce its client, Southern Adventist University, has selected David Smith…
Tennessee University Names President FaithSearch Partners is pleased to announce the completion of the President search for Southern Adventist University, near Chattanooga, TN, with the appointment of David C. Smith, Ph.D….
There is one primary difference between a high-quality faith-based organization and a high-quality secular organization in the same market: the culture. In faith-based healthcare, academic and nonprofit organizations it’s the mission-based…
Endowment Sustains $42M of New Buildings at Hope College Hope College has completed the construction of its new $35 million Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts and $7 million…
Adventist University of Health Sciences and Pearson Renew Online Education Partnership Pearson, the world’s leading learning company, has renewed its online education partnership with Adventist University of Health Sciences, which…
The end of the year is usually packed with meetings and deadlines focused on winding up business in anticipation of the new year. This is especially true for Boards of…
Hope College Raises $203M in 8-Year, Record-Setting Campaign Michigan’s Hope College announced it has raised more than $203 million during its “A Greater Hope” fundraising campaign, the largest ever for…
West Liberty University Selects New President West Liberty University’s Board of Governors has officially selected a new president for the institution, effective January 2016, West Virginia Public Broadcasting reports. Dr….
Utilizing a search firm can be highly beneficial in finding a new executive or leader for your organization, but only if you know how to get the most out of…
Facing Supreme Court Decision, Thomas Aquinas College Refuses to Compromise Catholic Beliefs A two-year battle is slated to come to a head Sept. 28, when a petition filed by Thomas…
Memorial Service Set for Former Westmont College President David Winter A memorial service was held at First Presbyterian Church of Santa Barbara for former Westmont College President David Winter Aug….
Partnering with Wheaton College and the Billy Graham Center for Evangelism The Billy Graham Center for Evangelism at Wheaton College has announced a yearlong partnership with LifeWay Research to promote…
FaithSearch Partners, the leading executive search firm focused on faith-based hospitals, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, churches and ministries, is pleased to announce Deleise S. Wilson, Ph.D., R.N. has been selected as…
FaithSearch Partners is proud to unveil its new website, which is designed not to simply communicate information about the firm, but to be a valuable resource for clients and leaders…
In a world where it seems like everyone is clamoring for first place, being second-in-command can feel more like being last-in-importance. But there is a specific calling for those who…
Siena Heights University receives high reaccreditation for nursing program The nursing program at Siena Heights University, a Catholic university based in Adrian, Mich., was granted a 10-year reaccreditation from the…
FaithSearch Partners is pleased to announce it has helped manage a search process that has led to the hiring of Sandra Burke, Ph.D., RN, APN, FAADE, as the Academic Chair…
University of Alabama Dean to be Provost at Samford University Samford University recently announced it has named J. Michael Hardin, Ph.D., Dean of the Culverhouse College of Commerce at the…
FaithSearch Partners is pleased to announce it has been retained to manage the search for Kettering College’s new Director of its Division of Nursing. The college is owned by Kettering Medical Center…
Religious college presidents agree on ‘calling’ and common threats to their schools In the wake of President Obama’s contraception mandate and the National Labor Relations Board’s recent ruling permitting some religious university…
Baylor University and Temple College Announce Partnership on New ‘Baylor Bound’ Transfer Agreement Baylor University has announced it will partner with Temple College, a two-year comprehensive community college, to…
Orlando-based Adventist University of Health Sciences (ADU) has named Edwin Hernández, Ph.D., as Provost of the Florida Hospital tertiary degree-offering institution specializing in allied health and nursing education. Since opening…
FaithSearch Partners, a leading executive search firm serving faith-based organizations, announced today it donated $120,000 to various ministries and faith-based organizations in 2014. The release of the statistic is a well-timed…
Following two months of discovery and collaboration, FaithSearch Partners, Inc. has announced an official strategic communications partnership with expert, Nashville-based marketing and digital agency, 5by5. FaithSearch Partners is the only…
Last month marked the beginning of the 25th year of my wonderful journey in executive search. Starting with this month’s newsletter, I’ll be sharing a few observations from the past quarter…
As the leading national retained firm for faith-based organizations, FaithSearch Partners paid special attention to the June 30 US Supreme Court ruling that the owners of closely held, private corporations…
Two new presidents will soon be in place at faith-based colleges after the completion of nationwide searches conducted by FaithSearch Partners. Dr. Kenneth Shaw recently accepted the invitation of Southwestern…
“Dr. Kenneth Shaw is new president of Southwestern Adventist University. Shaw, currently associate dean of academic programs at the Panama City campus of Florida State University, accepted the invitation of Southwestern’s…
Southwestern Adventist University (SWAU) in Keene, Texas, has selected FaithSearch Partners to conduct the search for its next president. This accredited four year university has offered Christian education since 1893…
Jean Davis, R.N., Ph.D will become the Paul J. McKee, Jr. Senior Associate Dean for Research at Goldfarb School of Nursing at Barnes-Jewish College in St. Louis, Missouri. Her appointment…
Visit any executive search firm’s website and you will see a great deal of emphasis on client relations. This is not to suggest these statements are superfluous. Retaining an executive…
