FaithSearch Partners is excited to welcome Mark Ishikawa as the newest member of our executive search team. Mark will serve as Vice President in FaithSearch’s Healthcare and Nonprofit+ Divisions and will leverage his extensive leadership experience to help faith-based organizations secure top executive talent. With expertise in organizational development and community engagement, Mark specializes in guiding faith-driven organizations through leadership transitions, ensuring alignment with their mission and values.
In addition to his work at FaithSearch, Mark has served as Vice President of Community Transformations at Blue Zones, leading initiatives that promote well-being, longevity, and social connection to create healthier, more vibrant communities. Mark has held leadership roles in healthcare, education, and faith-based organizations. He previously served as System Administrative Director of Community Well-Being at Adventist Health, where he led community health strategies, and as Executive Director of Enrollment Management at Loma Linda University. He also served as Associate Vice President of Advancement at Pacific Union College, Executive Pastor at Grand Advent Church, Lead Chaplain at Greater Boston Academy, and Youth Pastor at Loma Linda Mission Road Church.
Mark holds a master’s degree from Andrews University and a bachelor’s degree from Pacific Union College. He is also a Certified Professional Coach and is dedicated to serving others through his professional work and community involvement.
Please join us in welcoming Mark to the FaithSearch Partners family! We are looking forward to the expertise and energy he will bring to our team as we continue our mission of elevating leadership in faith-based and mission-driven organizations.
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Founded in 2007, FaithSearch Partners is the premier executive search firm in the U.S., focusing exclusively on serving faith-based educational institutions, healthcare organizations, nonprofits, ministries, and faith-oriented businesses. Based in Dallas with locations in Houston, Los Angeles, Atlanta, Nashville, Birmingham, Durango, Redding, and Rochester, FaithSearch is able to serve faith-based clients in all regions.
