Isaacson, Miller

Firm Overview

Isaacson, Miller is a trusted partner to organizations that advance the public good. Our clients consist of institutions across education, healthcare and academic medicine, and the full range of nonprofit organizations. Through our executive search services, we bring extensive expertise to help our clients build extraordinary leadership teams consisting of the best talent in the field. Reflective of our enduring relationships, 80% of our searches are for clients who return to us after being pleased with past results. With over 40 years of experience, we are a 100% employee-owned firm and invite you to visit www.imsearch.com to learn more.

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)...

Isaacson, Miller Retained by the Brooklyn Academy of Music for President Search

Boston-based Isaacson, Miller was recently called by the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) to lead in its search for a new president. Partners Ben Tobin and Sarah James are leading this search with managing associate Tiffany Weber and managing search coordinator Siobhan Hanley. In the world’s most competitive philanthropic market, the president will inspire board partners and team to help build...

Hunt Scanlon’s Top 10 Search Assignments for 2025

Executive search in 2025 remained steady and increasingly strategic, as organizations continue to rely on trusted advisors to navigate high-stakes leadership decisions amid ongoing market complexity. Hunt Scanlon Media now takes its annual look back at the top 10 searches of the year. Across these following assignments, executive search firms showcased how leadership recruiting is increasingly...