Witt/Kieffer is the preeminent executive search firm that identifies outstanding leadership solutions for organizations committed to improving the quality of life.

We Partner With Boards to Find Great Leaders

Recruiting a new president/CEO is one of the toughest decisions a governing board must make. Our experienced consultants have partnered with healthcare, higher education and other not-for-profit boards to identify outstanding leaders for 40 years. We push search committees to be bold in their thinking about the organization’s future and the impact of great leadership, and we provide a national perspective on what it takes to be a great leader. Our customized approach to each search assignment tailors our strategy and upholds the organization’s vision, mission, values and goals. We help search committees navigate candidate interviews, evaluation, selection and on-boarding to ensure a lasting leadership fit.

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Trustees: Why Boards Must Match CEO Competencies with Strategic Priorities

This article by Witt/Kieffer President and CEO, Jim Gauss, details why, now more than ever, aligning organizational goals with leadership competencies is essential for success.
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