Civic institutions sustain a vital democracy. Their success is our mission. WHAT WE DO We recruit transformational leaders with a proven record of excellence, integrity, and impact. Building on more than four decades of experience, we partner with organizations that advance the public good.Our consultants bring extensive expertise to help our clients build extraordinary leadership teams consisting of the finest talent in the field. Experience + Dedication Impact at a Glance 40+ Years of Experience + Results We understand the characteristics that define visionary, inclusive, and effective leaders capable of guiding our clients to a successful future. 80% Return Rate Reflective of our enduring relationships, 80% of our searches are for clients who return to us after being pleased with past results. 250+ Staff Our team of 250+ professionals serve mission driven organizations nationally and internationally. 99% Client Satisfaction How to think differently Insights + Newsroom View All PRESS RELEASE Introducing IM Academic Strategic Advisors Designed as a tailored service, we address enduring higher education challenges of institutional consequence. Discover how our seasoned team supports academic leadership in achieving strategic progress at the intersection of mission and resources. Insights How Colleges Can Perfect On-Site Interviews Key strategies for leaving a positive and lasting impression on job candidates when conducting on-site interviews. Insights Meeting the Moment During the Science and Tech Revolution Explaining the increased demand for inaugural roles in STEM and how to hire a well-rounded leader. Outstanding Leaders Our Latest Results View All New York University President Linda G. Mills, JD, LCSW, PhD Read More UW-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health, Dean and Vice Chancellor for Medical Affairs Nita Ahuja, MD, MBA Read More Howard University President Ben Vinson III, PhD Read More Middlebury College President Ian Baucom, PhD Read More Massachusetts Port Authority Chief Executive Officer Richard Davey Read More American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania Executive Director Michael Lee Read More Previous Next Lead the future Our Open Searches View All Assistant Vice President of Complex, Legacy, and Principal Gifts Advancement + Fundraising | Higher Education Pomona College See Details Director, Data Management and Analysis Center Higher Education | Science, Technology, and Society University of Alabama at Birmingham See Details Dean Higher Education University of Michigan-Flint, School of Management See Details Excellence, Integrity + Impact Clients We Serve Isaacson, Miller builds on four decades of experience, relationships, and strategic insights to lead recruiting efforts across multiple mission-driven sectors. Advancement + Fundraising Our advancement practice supports the full range of organizations across the civic sector. Arts + Culture Isaacson, Miller partners with arts and culture organizations whose missions celebrate creativity, innovation, education, public service, and audience engagement. Conservation + Environment We have a deep, longstanding record serving international, national, regional, and urban conservation and environmental organizations as well as funders supporting these groups. Healthcare, Academic Medicine + Health Sciences Our record recruiting senior administrative leaders for multi-faceted roles in healthcare, academic medicine, and health sciences, is based on continuous appraisal of an increasingly complex sector. Higher Education With more than half our work devoted to university and college leadership, we believe we have the nation’s largest and most diverse practice in higher education, spanning academic administration and functional leadership. Human + Social Services / General Civic Sector From our earliest days Isaacson, Miller has supported and empowered the country’s leading human and social services organizations, as well as nonprofits and civic institutions committed to revitalizing and strengthening the fabric of communities. International Isaacson, Miller relies on a global network stretching throughout North and Central America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia to serve our domestic and international clients. Philanthropy We have served hundreds of foundations across the country in searches for CEOs, senior program and administrative leaders, and trustees. PreK-12 Education + Education Improvement Isaacson, Miller’s PreK-12 Education + Education Improvement practice is well known for the breadth of our expertise and impact. Science, Technology, and Society We have recruited leaders for the most respected and impactful scientific organizations in the nation. Social Justice + Advocacy Empowering social justice + advocacy organizations is a fundamental focus of the firm’s work.
PRESS RELEASE Introducing IM Academic Strategic Advisors Designed as a tailored service, we address enduring higher education challenges of institutional consequence. Discover how our seasoned team supports academic leadership in achieving strategic progress at the intersection of mission and resources.
Insights How Colleges Can Perfect On-Site Interviews Key strategies for leaving a positive and lasting impression on job candidates when conducting on-site interviews.
Insights Meeting the Moment During the Science and Tech Revolution Explaining the increased demand for inaugural roles in STEM and how to hire a well-rounded leader.
UW-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health, Dean and Vice Chancellor for Medical Affairs Nita Ahuja, MD, MBA Read More
Assistant Vice President of Complex, Legacy, and Principal Gifts Advancement + Fundraising | Higher Education Pomona College See Details
Director, Data Management and Analysis Center Higher Education | Science, Technology, and Society University of Alabama at Birmingham See Details
Advancement + Fundraising Our advancement practice supports the full range of organizations across the civic sector.
Arts + Culture Isaacson, Miller partners with arts and culture organizations whose missions celebrate creativity, innovation, education, public service, and audience engagement.
Conservation + Environment We have a deep, longstanding record serving international, national, regional, and urban conservation and environmental organizations as well as funders supporting these groups.
Healthcare, Academic Medicine + Health Sciences Our record recruiting senior administrative leaders for multi-faceted roles in healthcare, academic medicine, and health sciences, is based on continuous appraisal of an increasingly complex sector.
Higher Education With more than half our work devoted to university and college leadership, we believe we have the nation’s largest and most diverse practice in higher education, spanning academic administration and functional leadership.
Human + Social Services / General Civic Sector From our earliest days Isaacson, Miller has supported and empowered the country’s leading human and social services organizations, as well as nonprofits and civic institutions committed to revitalizing and strengthening the fabric of communities.
International Isaacson, Miller relies on a global network stretching throughout North and Central America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia to serve our domestic and international clients.
Philanthropy We have served hundreds of foundations across the country in searches for CEOs, senior program and administrative leaders, and trustees.
PreK-12 Education + Education Improvement Isaacson, Miller’s PreK-12 Education + Education Improvement practice is well known for the breadth of our expertise and impact.
Science, Technology, and Society We have recruited leaders for the most respected and impactful scientific organizations in the nation.
Social Justice + Advocacy Empowering social justice + advocacy organizations is a fundamental focus of the firm’s work.
