Jennifer is dedicated to building leadership teams that enable mission-driven organizations to make an enduring impact in education, research and development, philanthropy and impact investing, social policy, and arts and culture. She is also deeply committed to increasing diversity in nonprofit leadership and has a strong track record of placing women and individuals from underrepresented groups in C-level executive and board roles. An executive search consultant for more than 20 years, Jennifer was a founder and the former leader of Spencer Stuart’s Education & Social Impact Practice, during which time the size and reach of the practice expanded dramatically. A former management consultant, she is trained to develop a nuanced understanding of client organizations. As a result, she has become a trusted adviser to nonprofit organizations – particularly their boards and CEOs – as well as to C-level talent, helping all parties navigate critical senior leadership transitions. Her multi-sector background provides Jennifer with unique insight into how to find unexpected, innovative leaders who can have outsize positive impact on the organizations they serve. Expertise Jennifer has specialized experience in: CEO succession and search Boards of directors Leadership assessment Organizational culture Higher education Philanthropy and impact investing Scientific research and development Arts and culture Global relief and development Finance and operations Recent work Supporting the work of the boards and faculties at top-ranked universities, colleges and scientific research institutes in identifying and successfully recruiting their senior most academic and administrative leaders Working closely with the boards of some of the most impactful philanthropic organizations to identify and recruit both presidents and trustees Advising some of the most influential cultural organizations in New York City and beyond during periods of significant leadership transition Previous experience Partner at another global executive search firm Strategy and financial leadership roles at global corporations Strategy consultant at a global consulting firm Education Master’s from the School of Management at Yale University A.B. in government and economics from Smith College Practice Areas Academia & Research Arts & Culture Biopharma Board and CEO Education & Social Impact For-Profit Education Global Development & Social Enterprise Healthcare Healthcare Services