
Non-Profit Executive Search Capabilities
OUR PROMISE
Here to exceed your unique hiring and talent needs.
Comhar Partners was formed with the purpose of having all of the capabilities of larger firms while being more nimble and entrepreneurial in the marketplace. In the spirit of collaborating, connecting, and cultivating, we differentiate ourselves by building familial relationships with our clients - being their partner and advisor every step of the way. This is exhibited by our qualified people, one-firm approach, and our broad service offerings.
In addition to providing talent recruitment services, we provide built-in advisory services and a success guarantee with every search. This includes a detailed compensation analysis, an in-depth personality inventory, and the assignment of an Executive Coach to provide onboarding and acculturation consulting.
Our adept team of consultants and project managers complete end-to-end recruiting solutions, with an emphasis on collaboration. Comhar Partners uses a proprietary, fully integrated, cloud-based talent management software solution for data management and applicant tracking, to ensure an efficient and effective project for you.
OUR EXECUTIVE SEARCH PROCESS
At Comhar Partners we understand that attracting top talent for C-suite, Executive, and Management level positions that are considered mission-critical for the organization requires an expert. Our consultants hold a comprehensive understanding of different industries and functional roles to guarantee finding your best-fit leader who will make a lasting impact within your organization. Our consultants work to build an appropriate framework for compensation and retention while identifying industrious and unique leaders that fit into your organization. Our unique and innovative approach allows our clients' unparalleled resources and unmatched results.
The need for qualified executives is drastically outpacing the supply.
TALENT ACQUISITION PROCESS

ENGAGEMENT/CONSULTING LAUNCH
Identify the key elements for the search, profile the company, and review the desired education, skills, experience, and cultural fit of targeted candidates.
RESEARCH/CANDIDATE DEVELOPMENT COMMENCED
Build a highly qualified list of calibrated prospects and initiate pursuits of this targeted list.
ASSESSMENT/INTERVIEWS
Initial interviews are completed. Based upon results endorsed by the client, we conduct in-depth interviews and assessments.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT/CLIENT CONSULTING
As the search progresses, we advise the client on all aspects of attraction, assessment, and acquisition.
HIRING/ONBOARDINNG
Negotiate, hire, and monitor the assimilation of the new hire into the client organization and assure successful integration.
OUR EXPERIENCE

The Chicago Architecture Center (CAC), formerly the Chicago Architecture Foundation, is a nonprofit cultural organization with tours, exhibits, programs and events for all ages. The CAC's mission is to inspire people to discover why design matters.
POSITIONS PLACED:
- Chief Operating Officer
- Vice President, Development

Naples Botanical Garden was founded in 1993 and consists of 170 acres of cultivated gardens and preservation land, representing seven distinct natural habitats and ecosystems and featuring over 1000 species. The botanical garden is located in Naples, Florida.
POSITIONS PLACED:
- Chief Financial Officer

Driven by the vision that everyone needs a decent place to live, Habitat for Humanity began in 1976. The housing organization has since grown to become a leading global nonprofit working in local communities across all 50 states in the U.S. and in more than 70 countries. Families and individuals in need of a hand up partner with Habitat for Humanity to build or improve a place they can call home.
POSITIONS PLACED:
- President, Chicago
- Vice President, Marketing
- Director, Regional Development
- Director, Fund Development
- Director, Families & Volunteers

Choose Chicago is a private, nonprofit organization that is responsible for marketing Chicago as a business, meetings/convention and leisure visitor destination. Their mission is to bring regional, national, and international business and leisure visitors to Chicago for the economic benefit of the city, the community, and their membership — while being an advocate for the tourism industry and partners.
POSITIONS PLACED:
- Chief of Staff

North Bay Children's Center (NBCC) provides high-quality child care and early education programs that prepare children, the majority low-income, to succeed in school and life. Each year, NBCC serves more than 400 children ages 0-5 at 12 sites in Marin and Sonoma Counties.
POSITIONS PLACED:
- Chief Financial Officer

PIER 39 is a 45-acre waterfront complex that is a gathering place for millions of San Francisco locals and visitors. In addition to its 14 full-service restaurants, 90+ shops and popular attractions, PIER 39 also has a 5-acre waterfront park and a 300-berth marina. PIER 39 is known for its spectacular views of the Golden Gate and Bay Bridges, Alcatraz Island and the San Francisco city skyline.
POSITIONS PLACED:
- Vice President, Facilities
OUR NON-PROFIT PRACTICE
The Non-Profit Practice Group consists of our national team of professionals who possess a wealth of experience that enables them to assist with the senior leadership needs of your organization. Our consultants pride themselves on delivering world-class leadership teams to these nationally vital and often mission-based organizations.
Our team in the non-profit space is an innovative and experienced group of management consultants who understand the particular challenges of attracting and recruiting highly qualified leaders within this landscape. We have led human capital search programs across the nation to build a competitive advantage for our clients.
Our consultants bring an abundance of personal experience gained through both client search engagements and previous business operational experience with non-profit organizations, including participating on non-profit boards as well as leading non-profits.
Regardless of the size and the corporate culture of your business, we have the team to provide outstanding candidates to fill your management search needs. Our industry expertise, professionalism, integrity, and high-touch processes enable our Non-Profit Team to gain credibility with clients, candidates, and industry leaders on a national basis.
YOUR DEDICATED TEAM
