Rebecca Swartz

Rebecca Swartz, a Toronto native, joined Isaacson, Miller in 2004 and is a senior leader at the firm. With over two decades of experience, she is a trusted search consultant with deep expertise across civic and cultural nonprofits, including advocacy, arts and culture, higher education, K–12 education, health and human services, philanthropy, and the public sector.

Rebecca brings a systems-oriented lens to executive search, informed by her background in organizational development. She considers the full context of each institution to ensure leadership alignment and long-term success. Her career spans local, national, and international nonprofits, giving her a unique perspective shaped by experience as a partner, director, fundraiser, consultant, community organizer, board member, and volunteer.

Before joining Isaacson, Miller, Rebecca worked at The Share Group Inc., a fundraising firm for socially responsible organizations, directed GesherCity Boston (a CJP-funded initiative), and served as a research fellow and consultant at the Center for Gender in Organizations.

Known for her values-driven approach, Rebecca is respected for her strategic mindset, collaborative style, and unwavering dedication to the missions her clients serve. Organizations value her creativity in building diverse candidate pools, identifying nontraditional leaders, and guiding teams through complex transitions. Candidates often highlight her transparency, thoughtfulness, and ability to foster trust throughout the search process.

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