April 22, 2024 – Leading company Diversified Search Group (DSG) Search firm backed by private equity firm shoreview industriesnamed Jennifer Mason has been appointed as Managing Director of Educational Practice. “We are excited to have Dr. Mason join our esteemed team of experts, especially at a time when leadership dynamics in higher education are rapidly evolving,” said CEO Eileen K. Alexander. Ta. “Dr. Mason’s extensive experience and dedication to driving change and partnering with clients at some of the nation’s most prestigious educational institutions will be a meaningful addition to shaping the future of educational leadership.” It is consistent with our commitment to making progress.”
“As an experienced consultant, Dr. Mason brings a wealth of experience in addressing complex challenges within educational institutions,” said Susan Van Gilder, Education Practice Leader and Global Managing Partner. “Her collaborative spirit and innovative approach will work seamlessly with our team to ensure successful partnerships and unparalleled outcomes for our clients. We are delighted to have her on board.” We look forward to the significant impact her expertise and insight will have on our joint efforts.”
“With over 20 years of experience across a variety of sectors within the education ecosystem, Dr. Mason's wealth of expertise and insight is consistent with the company's reputation and commitment to providing leadership solutions and expertise to customers across the industry. ” DSG said.
Dr. Mason has led partnerships with higher education institutions, ed-tech companies, associations, foundations, and other influential organizations to drive positive change in the education world. As the founder of her own consulting practice, she provided strategic guidance to clients such as Johns Hopkins University, the National Institutes of Health, and the World Bank Education Group.
Earlier in her career, Dr. Mason served as a Practice Manager at the Educational Advisory Board (EAB), where she was responsible for developing internal leadership talent, increasing faculty diversity, and student success, among other organizational priorities. supported universities across the country in promoting the Prior to his transition to consulting, Dr. Mason held faculty positions at Skidmore College and Southern Methodist University, and was the Andrew W. Mellon Postdoctoral Fellow in the Humanities Consortium at UCLA.
“I am excited to be a part of DSG’s educational practice,” said Dr. Mason. “My work focuses on helping organizations engage and communicate with key constituencies as they define and pursue their plans for change and growth, and DSG's approach is my approach. This team is focused on serving as a strategic advisor and thought partner for our clients, and our bar for client service is very high.”
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Diversified Search Group is a group of recruitment agencies serving specialized fields. The firm was founded nearly 50 years ago by Judith von Seldeneck with the express purpose of staffing client organizations with diverse candidates. The company is currently the largest female-owned and founded company in the executive search industry in the United States. It consists of a combination of deep industry expertise and specialized operations under industry-recognized brands such as Alta Associates, BioQuest, Koya Partners, Grant Cooper, and Storbeck Search.
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During February, DSG names Caitlin Eiseler as practice leader and managing director of software technology. She is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Jackson Hole, Wyoming. “As a venture capital-backed founder and talent advisor, Caitlin engages all clients with a listening-first approach to ensure long-term optimal outcomes for investors, companies, and management teams alike. approach to engagement,” Ms. Alexander said. “We are excited to welcome Caitlin to our team and leverage her expertise for the benefit of our clients and candidates.”
Mr. Eiseler was most recently a partner at Korn Ferry and an advisory firm, the founder of a software-focused executive search firm, and the founder of Happyly, an HR technology software business that is a partner of DSG. Happyly's tools help users achieve their personal health goals, from improving physical and mental health to strengthening connections with teammates.
Diversified Search Group also recently appointed Lauren E. Smith as co-head of its Board of Directors and Governance practice.. She is instrumental in expanding the company's influence on the board of directors. Ms. Smith shares practice leadership with Veronica Biggins. “Lauren’s passion for how our company can make a difference in the boardroom is contagious. Veronica, who founded our clinic and is a widely recognized and highly regarded leader in the industry. We are thrilled to welcome her to Begins,” said Ms. Alexander. “Working together in this growing area will allow us to expand our reach and influence the boards of even more companies.”
Mr. Smith joined Diversified Search Group in 2008 as Managing Director and has recruited senior executives from a wide range of industries to executive and board positions. She handles senior-level executive search work for clients ranging from high-growth, early-stage organizations to multinational corporations, and works with companies that are growing or transforming into new markets and businesses. We specialize in collaboration.
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