DSG Global

About Us

DSG Global is an award-winning executive search and consulting firm that partners with clients to cultivate the talent and leadership they need to navigate today and thrive tomorrow. With broad expertise and a commitment to long-term partnership, DSG Global helps organizations reach their full human potential and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving world.

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ACHIEVEMENTS

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Find a Recruiter

At DSG Global, Your search will always have a Managing Director leading the process from the beginning through to completion. This emphasis on experience enables the firm to work with clients in challenging internal perspectives and moving beyond the expected.

For more information on our Managing Directors, and all our experts, please visit: https://www.dsgco.com/our-people/

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Solutions And Expertise

In addition to serving Fortune 500, mid-market, and private equity-backed companies through our Corporate practice, we also deliver niche expertise through our family of brands.

Nonprofit & Social Impact Practice

Koya Partners has been placing transformational leaders in the Nonprofit and Social Impact sector for 20 years. Now under the DSG umbrella, Koya’s belief that the right person in the right place can change the world continues to guide their work with leading social impact organizations.

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Education Practice

Defined by excellence and informed by experience, we provide the best value in the education market—because the costs of hiring the wrong leader and benefits of finding the right one are both enormous.

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Healthcare Practice

Grant Cooper has spent over 60 years navigating the healthcare landscape. From academic medical centers to physician groups, children’s hospitals and beyond, they know what it takes to provide the highest-level care.

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Solutions
  • Advisory Services
  • Assessment
  • Board Services
  • Culture Shaping
  • Executive Coaching
  • Executive Search
  • Leadership Develop.
  • Mgmt. Consulting
  • Onboarding
  • Succession Planning
Industries
Functions

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News Briefings

DSG | Koya Leading CEO Search for LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired

DSG | Koya has been retained by LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired to lead in its search for a new CEO. Molly Brennan, global managing partner and non-profit and social impact practice leader, and Amber Brown, managing associate, are leading the assignment. The board of directors seeks a dynamic and grounded CEO to lead

DSG Global Expands Corporate Practice

DSG Global has expanded with the addition of Dustin Laws as managing director for its corporate practice. In this role, he will focus on recruiting financial, operational, and legal leadership for organizations across the business, professional, and commercial services sectors, supporting clients as they strengthen executive teams and position their organizations for long-term growth. Mr. Laws

DSG Global Announces Formal Launch of Fundraising & Advancement as Specialized Practice

DSG Global recently launched DSG fundraising & advancement, a dedicated practice that formalizes the firm’s 25 years of philanthropic fundraising search expertise. Headed by global managing partner and fundraising & advancement practice founder Gerard F. Cattie, DSG fundraising & advancement builds on the firm’s track record of more than 1,000 successful searches for philanthropic leaders worldwide. “With Giving

DSG Global Appoints Practice Leader for Technology, AI, and Cybersecurity

DSG Global has named Lavonne Moon as managing director and practice leader for technology, AI, and Cybersecurity. In this position, she will expand the firm’s work with organizations seeking digital transformation and cyber leadership. “As organizations confront rapid advances in AI, heightened cyber risk, and ongoing digital disruption, Lavonne’s leadership significantly strengthens our team’s ability to

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Press Releases

Steven Solnick, Ph.D., Appointed Global Managing Partner and Practice Leader of DSG | Storbeck’s Education Practice

Philadelphia, April 2025 – DSG Global (Diversified Search Group) is pleased to announce that Steven Solnick, Ph.D., has been promoted to Global Managing Partner and Practice Leader of DSG | Storbeck, the firm’s Education Practice. With over three decades of leadership experience across higher education, independent schools, and philanthropy, Steve brings a deep understanding of

DSG Global Names Rob Alessandrini as Chief Financial Officer

Philadelphia, March 2025 – Diversified Search Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Rob Alessandrini, CFA, as its new Chief Financial Officer. Alessandrini brings decades of financial expertise across corporate finance, strategic planning, and investment management, positioning him as a key driver in the firm’s next phase of growth. Alessandrini’s career features notable achievements,

Diversified Search Group Announces Trevor Hooper as Managing Director in Nonprofit and Social Impact Practice

Philadelphia, PA, Nov. 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Diversified Search Group is excited to announce the hiring of Trevor Hooper as Managing Director at DSG I Koya Partners. Hooper will leverage his extensive expertise in executive search, talent assessment, and client relationship management to support the firm’s Nonprofit and Social Impact and Sports practices. Hooper

Diversified Search Group Welcomes Dr. Rick Barr as Managing Director in Healthcare Practice

Philadelphia, PA, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Diversified Search Group, ranked among the top firms in Forbes’ list of America’s Best Executive Recruiting Firms, is pleased to announce the hiring of Dr. Rick Barr as Managing Director in the Healthcare Practice. With over 30 years of distinguished leadership in pediatric healthcare, Dr. Barr brings

Leslie Newbold Promoted to Global Communications, Marketing, and Branding Officer at Diversified Search Group (DSG)

Philadelphia, PA, Aug. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Diversified Search Group (DSG) is pleased to announce the promotion of Leslie Newbold to the position of Global Communications, Marketing, and Branding Officer. In her new role, Leslie will lead DSG’s global communications, marketing, and branding strategies, furthering the firm’s strategic vision and global outreach. Leslie has