Seattle Pacific University has engaged FaithSearch Partners to assist with its search for a VP for Business and Finance. Seattle Pacific University (SPU) is a nationally ranked, private Christian liberal arts university in Seattle, Washington. Students gain an education combining outstanding scholarship and thoughtful faith. For the tenth year in a row, Seattle Pacific has been named a “Best National University” in U.S. News & World Report’s annual rankings for 2026.
This is an especially significant season at SPU. The university is pursuing a turnaround strategy focused on financial strength, mission clarity, and long-term flourishing based in the SPU 140 strategic plan. The successful candidate will be both a strategic business leader and a trusted partner to President Deana Porterfield, helping lead this next chapter of the institution’s story.
The search seeks leaders with substantial experience across finance and broader business operations. A personal commitment to Christian faith and enthusiasm for Christian higher education are essential.
If you are aware of qualified individuals for this unique opportunity, please contact Kimberley Wiedefeld at kwiedefeld@faithsearchpartners.com or Dr. Andrew Westmoreland at awestmoreland@faithsearchpartners.com. Interested candidates can also forward a current resume/curriculum vitae via email. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence.
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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, Kansas City, Sacramento, Fort Wayne, Durango, Redding, and Rochester, FaithSearch is able to serve faith-based clients in all regions.
