DSG Global Expands Nonprofit Practice
December 23, 2025 – DSG Global has appointed Nicole Kamaleson as managing director for DSG | Nonprofit, a global practice dedicated to mission-driven organizations worldwide. “Nicole is widely respected for her global perspective, deep sector expertise, and ability to identify leaders who can be nimble in the face of complex challenges, and create lasting change,” said Aileen K. Alexander, CEO of DSG Global. “We are thrilled to welcome her back to our firm as we continue to partner with organizations driving meaningful, lasting change around the world.”
“Nicole’s return significantly deepens our global reach,” said Molly Brennan, global managing partner and practice leader, nonprofit. “Her international expertise strengthens our ability to partner with mission-driven organizations operating across a range of geographies and deliver forward-thinking solutions to complex global challenges.”
Ms. Kamaleson brings more than 25 years of global executive search experience advising organizations across international development, social finance, human rights, global health, and philanthropy. A trusted partner to boards and CEOs, she has led senior-level searches for chief executives, c-suite leaders, founders, board directors, and regional and country directors for organizations operating across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Her clients include the Bridgespan Group, Oxfam US & International, Gates Foundation, Mastercard Foundation, G4 Alliance, and Greenpeace International, among many others.
Throughout her career, Ms. Kamaleson has been a frequent speaker, presenting for Syracuse University’s Maxwell School Transnational NGO Initiative, InterAction, the Ronald McDonald House Global Leadership Conference, the Global Impact Investing Network’s Investor Forum, Mission Investors Exchange Institute, and National Association of Women Business Owners. She also serves on the boards of RefuSHE and ChildFund International and previously served on the board of the Global Fund for Children.
“Rejoining DSG Global is both a homecoming and an opportunity to build what’s next in the social impact space,” said Ms. Kamaleson. “I look forward to partnering with these passionate colleagues and clients across the world to help identify and elevate leaders who can meet this moment of profound global change with innovative solutions and purpose-driven leadership.”
DSG Global is a family of recruiting firms serving specialized sectors. The firm was founded almost five decades ago by Judith M. von Seldeneck for the express purpose of placing diverse candidates in client organizations. It is today the largest U.S. female-owned and founded firm in the executive recruitment industry. It is comprised of a combination of specialty practices with deep industry expertise under industry-recognized brands, including Alta Associates, BioQuest, Koya Partners, Grant Cooper, and Storbeck Search.
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Ranked as a top 10 U.S. executive search firm, with a presence across 36 countries through its partnership with AltoPartners, DSG Global combines global scale with local insight to deliver people-centered solutions that propel clients forward. With a team of dedicated experts across sectors like healthcare, education, and non-profits, DSG Global harnesses industry-specific expertise, functional depth, and market foresight to address today’s most complex challenges.
New Chief People Officer
In October, DSG Global named Jenny Sade as chief people officer. In this role, she will lead the firm’s people and culture strategy—supporting talent acquisition, operations, and business strategy—as DSG Global continues to scale its impact across industries and geographies. “Jenny’s rare ability to see the potential in every leader and organization makes her an invaluable partner for our leadership team and our clients,” said Aileen K. Alexander, CEO of DSG Global. “She exemplifies the defining strength our team is known for: placing the right leaders in the right role at the right time to drive lasting impact. As organizations continue to navigate workforce mobility shifts, leadership readiness and succession planning, and non-stop change, Jenny’s appointment provides the insight and experience needed to help our clients thrive.”
DSG Global (Diversified Search Group) Names CFO
DSG Global has appointed Rob Alessandrini as its new chief financial officer. “We are thrilled to welcome Rob to our team,” said Aileen K. Alexander, CEO of DSG. “His depth of finance experience in growth environments, strategic insight, and commitment to driving results will be invaluable as we continue to scale our organization and support our clients. Rob’s leadership will help us continue our growth trajectory and remain strategically agile in achieving our mission to make a positive impact on the future of leadership.”
“Rob’s impressive career is defined by his ability to balance financial acumen with strategic vision,” said Steve Morreale, chief operating officer of Diversified Search Group. “His proven track record in driving results, combined with his collaborative approach, makes him the ideal partner to help lead DSG into its next chapter of growth.”
“Not only does Jenny have a proven track record of accelerating growth at the organizations she leads, but she is also known for her people-first philosophy and unique ability to rally teams around a shared mission—creating environments where people feel seen, supported, and inspired to grow,” DSG said. “Her appointment underscores DSG Global’s commitment to building a high-performing, inclusive culture that empowers people and drives sustainable growth.”
With over 20 years of leadership experience advising CEOs, founders, and boards, Ms. Sade brings a proven ability to overcome complex business challenges and scale organizations by connecting people strategy directly to business outcomes. Her career highlights include guiding an organization through successful scaling and exit, and another to a successful IPO, continued global expansion, and rapid integration of multiple acquisitions into a cohesive culture and operating model.
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Contributed by Scott A. Scanlon, Editor-in-Chief and Dale M. Zupsansky, Executive Editor – Hunt Scanlon Media
