Travis Hillier

Travis Hillier joined Peña Search in 2015, where he conducts and supports searches at various levels. He is dedicated to identifying and placing the right leaders who will make a measurable impact in their communities and organizations. Travis is driven by the missions of his clients and strives to find the perfect candidates for the nonprofits he partners with.

With extensive search experience across various sectors and roles, Travis offers valuable expertise in working with educational organizations, groups with religious ties, and agencies involved in international programming or fundraising. He has also established a niche on the Peña Search team for his talent in identifying skilled development officers.

Travis graduated from St. Mark’s School of Texas before earning a bachelor’s degree in history and psychology from Northwestern University. He is based in Chicago. When he’s not working or serving as a leader in his city’s rowing community, Travis enjoys exploring Chicago’s neighborhoods for the best restaurants and bars or cooking for his friends and fiancée.