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Empowering missions through the power of people

“Empowering missions through the power of people” is more than a slogan on our website. It is a promise we strive to fulfill every day. When you partner with us, your search becomes ours. We fully invest in it and will not rest until you have the right person in place to help your organization flourish.

What drives you drives us.

Peña Search focuses on placing leaders in mission-driven organizations. We are passionate about contributing to your work and helping you thrive. We understand how important culture, inclusion, environment, and goals are to your success. We take a hands-on approach to gain in-depth knowledge of your organization and of every candidate we consider for your position.

We understand you.

In addition to more than 60 years of collective recruiting experience, the Peña Search team brings unique personal experience working in both nonprofit and for-profit sectors. We understand the specific requirements of executive-level roles because we have held some of the very roles we now help others fill. We leverage that knowledge to serve our client organizations and advance their beliefs and values. We have been in your shoes many times, so we understand the challenges you face and the goals you aspire to. We will take every step with you to get you where you want to be.

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The power of inclusion. A culture of caring.

A wide range of perspectives strengthens nonprofit organizations and advances mission impact. Teams that reflect the communities they serve are better equipped to make sound decisions, navigate complexity, and achieve effective, sustainable outcomes. We apply these principles in our work and partner with nonprofit leaders and boards as they think intentionally about building leadership teams prepared for today’s evolving challenges.

An inclusive, collaborative workplace supports staff engagement and well-being while enabling organizations to deliver higher-quality programs and services. Through its nonprofit-focused executive search and advisory work, Peña Search helps organizations identify and place leaders with the experience, judgment, and perspective to advance mission and stewardship.

We’d love to help your organization take its next steps — one person at a time.

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We understand you.

In addition to more than 60 years of collective experience in executive recruiting, the Peña Search team brings unique personal experience working in both nonprofit and for-profit sectors. We understand the specific requirements of executive-level roles because we have held some of the very roles we now help others fill. We leverage that knowledge to serve client organizations and promote their beliefs and values.

We have been in your shoes many times, so we understand the challenges you face and the goals you aspire to. We will take every step with you to get you where you want to be.

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  • Executive Recruitment
  • Executive Search
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  • Permanent Search
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  • Cultural Arts
  • Education
  • Executive Search
  • Foundations
  • Health & Wellness
  • Higher Education
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  • Human Services
  • K-12
  • Legal
  • Legal/Compliance
  • Non-Profit
  • Non-Profits
  • Public & Social Sector
  • Social Service/Social Justice
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  • Business Leaders
  • C-Level
  • C-Level Leaders
  • C-Suite
  • CEO/President
  • CEO/President/Executive Director
  • CFO
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  • COO
  • Development
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Finance/Accounting
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  • Marketing
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  • Operations
  • Presidents & Chancellors
  • Vice President

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Peña Search Seeking Executive Director for Preston Hollow Presbyterian Church

Peña Search has been retained by Preston Hollow Presbyterian Church (PHPC) to lead in its search for a new executive director. Holly Sherman Peña and Carlos González Peña are leading the assignment. PHPC seeks an experienced and dynamic executive director to join its leadership team. This pivotal role serves as the Integrator within the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS)

Peña Search Recruits CFO for Visit Dallas

Peña Search has assisted in the recruitment of Kathie Parsons as the new CFO of Visit Dallas. Travis Hillier and Cindy Maloney led the assignment. “Kathie brings to our organization a superb financial track record of transparency, accountability and collaboration,” said Craig Davis, president and CEO of Visit Dallas. “Her experience and strategic vision will be invaluable as we continue

Peña Search Tapped by The SAFE Alliance to Find New CEO

The SAFE Alliance (SAFE) recently retained Peña Search to lead in its search for a new CEO. Travis Hillier is leading the assignment. At a pivotal moment in SAFE’s history, the board of directors seeks a dynamic, politically savvy leader who blends business acumen with a deep commitment to the organization’s mission and its organizational culture. With a

Peña Search Seeking CFO for Visit Dallas

Peña Search was recently retained by Visit Dallas to lead in its search for a new CFO. Travis Hillier and Cindy Maloney are leading the assignment. With Visit Dallas financially stable and well-positioned for success due to strong relationships with the city, the organization requires a dynamic CFO to bring its multi-year strategic plan to fruition and continue

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