Faith-based ministries, churches, and organizations
Nonprofit Executive Search
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Impact more people with strong, mission-driven leadership.
It’s critical that leaders in nonprofits and ministries are both visionary, mission focused and Christ-centered. We help organizations of all sizes – whether it’s a small domestic nonprofit or a global ministry – find leaders with the conviction and expertise to grow your impact.
300+
Nonprofit Managed Searches
100+
Years Combined Nonprofit Executive Search Experience
98%
Success Rate
Decades of Stewarding Nonprofit Executive Searches
We know finding the right leader for a nonprofit or ministry is a critical decision you can’t afford to get wrong. Our team brings years of nonprofit experience that spans charitable organizations, churches and ministries, so we understand the nuances of these roles. We’ll walk alongside you every step of the way to find someone who shares your unique passion for achieving Kingdom goals – and has the leadership skills to help you get there.
FaithSearch Advantage
Faith
Our faith drives us, and our mission is to find exceptional, competent leaders who fit your organization’s mission and culture.
Experience
With more than 130 years of combined experience, our team is uniquely qualified to partner with you on the search for your next leader.
Expertise
We’re not headhunters. We’re search process management experts with years of serving in your industry.
Process
Our proven process has a 98% success rate and will result in difference-making leaders for your organization.
Nonprofit News & Articles
Lead by Example: The Influence of Integrity in Leadership
Lead by Example: The Influence of Integrity in Leadership
Olive Crest seeks new Executive Director, Los Angeles Region
Olive Crest seeks new Executive Director, Los Angeles Region
FaithSearch Partners Welcomes Mark Ishikawa to Our Growing Team
FaithSearch Partners Welcomes Mark Ishikawa to Our Growing Team
Adventist Media Ministry Seeks Next Treasurer
Adventist Media Ministry Seeks Next Treasurer
FaithSearch Leading Voice of Prophecy Speaker/Director Search
FaithSearch Leading Voice of Prophecy Speaker/Director Search
City Union Mission in Kansas City Seeks Next Chief Executive Officer
City Union Mission in Kansas City Seeks Next Chief Executive Officer
Sashco Seeks Next Head of Human Resources
Sashco Seeks Next Head of Human Resources
Adventist Resource Ministry Seeks President-elect
Adventist Resource Ministry Seeks President-elect
Adventist Ministry for the Blind Seeks President
Adventist Ministry for the Blind Seeks President
Our Nonprofit Team
Elaine Welcome
Senior Vice President, Nonprofit
Elaine Welcome serves as Senior Vice President, leading the Nonprofit and Media Practices within FaithSearch Partners. Elaine brings over 20 years of experience in Corporate and Nonprofit Leadership.
Laura Weaver
Vice President
Laura Weaver brings many years of experience in Human Resources and Talent Acquisition to the FaithSearch team.
Diane McGrath
Vice President
Diane’s role with FaithSearch Partners is Consultant, assisting in sourcing and executive placement processes.
Bob Baker
Vice President
Bob Baker is a seasoned executive search leader with an unwavering commitment to see optimal leaders in healthy environments.
Tray Herndon
Vice President
Tray Herndon joins FaithSearch Partners with more than a decade of experience across executive search, education, and federal investigation.
Mark Ishikawa
Vice President
Mark Ishikawa leverages his extensive leadership experience to help faith-based organizations recruit top executive talent.
Mike Tucker
Vice President
Throughout his 30-plus years of media ministry and pastoral leadership, Mike has devoted much of his life to ministry.
Brian Jensen
Senior Vice President
Throughout his career, Brian has been committed to serving and collaborating with Christian organizations.
Kimberley Wiedefeld
Vice President
Kimberley Wiedefeld brings a wealth of experience and expertise in higher education and non-profit marketing.
Jacqueline Gustafson, Ed.D.
Vice President
Jacqueline Gustafson joined FaithSearch Partners after a successful leadership career in higher education and nonprofits.
David Walters
Consultant
David Walters joined FaithSearch Partners as a search consultant in 2021 while also serving as senior pastor of Alpharetta (GA) First Methodist Church.
Courtney Fry
Senior Vice President
Courtney has developed a deep understanding of executive search, having worked in the industry since 2007. As Senior Vice President, she is experienced across every client industry including healthcare, nonprofit, and more.
Porsche Schooley
Senior Vice President, Administrative Services
Porsche provides oversight which assists FaithSearch consultants in executing high-quality search services for the firm’s clients.
Cindi Haworth
Research Manager
Cindi Haworth joined FaithSearch Partners in 2020. As Research Manager, she supports the FaithSearch Partners team with industry research and candidate sourcing.
Kaycey Rhudy
Project Manager
Kaycey Rhudy serves as a Senior Project Manager with FaithSearch Partners. She has over eighteen years of experience in executive search.
Ashley Hopkins
Research & Marketing Associate
Ashley Hopkins joined FaithSearch Partners in 2024 and she supports searches across all service lines as a Research & Marketing Associate.
