Isaacson, Miller

About Us

Isaacson, Miller (IM) is a leading executive search firm and a trusted partner to institutions across higher education, healthcare, and the full range of nonprofit organizations. We recruit transformational leaders with a proven record of excellence, integrity, and impact. Founded in 1982, we have over four decades of experience partnering with organizations that advance the public good. Today, IM is an employee-owned corporation with 250 employees who bring a deep commitment to civic-sector leadership. We conduct approximately 500 executive searches a year and have successfully completed nearly 10,000 throughout our history.

Reflective of the enduring relationships we build and the value of the strategic counsel we provide, consistently, each year 80% of our searches are for clients who return to us after being pleased with past results.

For over 40 years, we have partnered with clients to solve their most demanding leadership challenges, building outstanding teams to meet the moment and shape the future. IM regularly works with clients across the country and increasingly around the world. Visit www.imsearch.com to learn more.

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Isaacson, Miller consultants are experts in their field and bring tailored, integrated, and deep experience to each engagement. Our broad and nuanced understanding of the structure of our client organizations and the markets in which our clients operate is the foundation for the strategic counsel we provide throughout the search process and beyond.

To meet the people at IM, visit: https://www.imsearch.com/who-we-are/our-people

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Solutions And Expertise

Solutions
  • Advisory Services
  • Assessment
  • Career Services
  • Development
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Executive Coaching
  • Leadership Consulting
  • Onboarding
  • Succession Planning
Industries
  • Biotechnology
  • Clinical Research
  • Colleges/Universities
  • Government
  • Healthcare Services
  • K-12
  • Medical
Functions
  • Board/Governance
  • CEO/President
  • Communications/PR
  • Data/Analytics
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Finance/Accounting
  • General Management
  • GM/Operations
  • Government
  • Human Resources
  • Information/Digital
  • Legal/Compliance
  • Marketing & Sales
  • Medical/Clinical
  • Research & Develop.
  • Risk Management

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News Briefings

Isaacson, Miller Recruits Chief Information Officer for the Smithsonian Institution

Boston-based Isaacson, Miller has assisted in the recruitment of Zack Kahn as chief information officer for the Smithsonian Institution. Karen Avery and Dan Rodas led this search with Stephen Kalogeras and Caroline Corry. Mr. Kahn joins the Smithsonian Institution with more than two decades of strategic technology leadership across federal agencies, global operations, and mission‑driven institutions. He previously served as

The Folger Shakespeare Library Retained Isaacson, Miller for CFO Search

Boston-based Isaacson, Miller has been selected by the Folger Shakespeare Library to lead in its search for a new CFO. Dan Rodas is leading this search with Stephanie Simon, and Robin Dougherty. This is an opportunity to partner closely with director Dr. Farah Karim-Cooper at a time of strategic growth and organizational transformation. As the Folger embarks on a new strategic

Isaacson, Miller Tapped By Texas A&M to Lead Search for New President

Boston-based Isaacson, Miller has been retained by Texas A&M to lead in its search for its next president. Andy Lee and Julie Filizetti, are leading this search with Raul Bernal and Luciano Zuniga, and Madeline Fitzpatrick. “Choosing the next president of Texas A&M is one of the most important decisions we will make,” said Robert L. Albritton, Board of

Isaacson, Miller Assists UVA in the Recruitment of 10th President

Boston-based Isaacson, Miller recently assisted in the recruitment of Scott C. Beardsley as the 10th president of the University of Virginia (UVA). John Isaacson, Keight Tucker Kennedy, John Muckle, Kelly McLaughlin, and Kristen Andersen led the assignment. Past president Jim Ryan resigned in June 2025 under pressure from the U.S. Department of Justice, which investigated the university’s diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)

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Press Releases

Cam Patterson Joins Isaacson, Miller’s Healthcare Practice as a Senior Advisor

Isaacson, Miller (IM) is pleased to welcome Cam Patterson, M.D., MBA, as a Senior Advisor in our Healthcare Practice. Isaacson, Miller (IM) is pleased to welcome Cam Patterson, M.D., MBA, as a Senior Advisor in our healthcare practice. Cam brings decades of experience as a nationally recognized cardiologist and healthcare leader, offering deep insight into the complexities

University of California, Berkeley, Vice Chancellor for University Development and Alumni Relations

July 17th, 2025 – The University of California, Berkeley has appointed Julie A. Lucas as its next Vice Chancellor for University Development and Alumni Relations. She began her role on September 8, 2025. An accomplished advancement leader, Lucas brings more than 25 years of experience in development strategy and campaign leadership across leading academic institutions.

ICA Philadelphia, Daniel W. Dietrich, II Director

July 24, 2025 – ICA Philadelphia has appointed Johanna Burton as its Daniel W. Dietrich, II Director. She will begin her role on November 1, 2025. She joins ICA from the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) in Los Angeles where she has served as Director since 2021. Johanna was also previously the Director of the

Pomona College, Assistant Vice President for Development

Following a national search, Pomona College (Pomona) has promoted Laura Wensley into the assistant vice president for development role, effective August 1, 2025. Reporting to Maria Watson, vice president for advancement, Wensley will lead and oversee major gifts, parent and family giving, leadership annual and reunion giving, and foundation and corporate relations to ensure the continued success

University of Michigan, Medical School, Dean

July 22nd, 2025 – We are pleased to announce that the University of Michigan Medical School has named Thomas Wang as its next Dean. Dr. Wang assumes his new role on September 15, 2025. He will also hold the title of professor with tenure in the UMMS Department of Internal Medicine. Wang brings a distinguished