Business Details
25 Years
experience
Executive Search & Leadership Solutions
Waverly Partners, founded in 2001, has established itself as a leader in retained executive searches for nonprofit organizations and Fortune 500 companies. Our team of highly qualified search consultants brings over 25 years of collective experience to every client engagement. We specialize in connecting boards of directors with exceptional leaders for President, CEO, and Executive Director roles across diverse sectors including chambers of commerce, cultural arts, and health and human services agencies. As a member firm of the Network of Nonprofit Search Consultants, we adhere to the highest industry standards and best practices. Our recent integration with Ward Howell International, a globally respected leadership consulting firm with 30+ offices in 22 countries, has expanded our capabilities while maintaining our unwavering commitment to service, confidentiality, and results.This partnership provides clients access to a global talent network, enhanced resources, and additional services such as board advisory and succession planning. Our sector focus remains firmly rooted in serving nonprofit, chamber, and economic development clients. With offices in Cleveland, Ohio and Kansas City, Kansas, we continue to deliver personalized service through the same trusted contact information and professional relationships our clients rely on. Our dedication to excellence remains unchanged as we combine local expertise with international reach to meet evolving organizational needs.
Services
Executive Search
Board Advisory Services
Succession Planning
Leadership Appraisals
Nonprofit Search Consulting
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- Our consultants have over 25 years of experience in executive search placements
- Access to Ward Howell's global network spanning 22 countries
- Specialized expertise in nonprofit, chamber, and economic development sectors
- Comprehensive leadership solutions including board advisory services
- Proven track record with Fortune 500 companies and nonprofit organizations
Services
Executive Search
Our executive search service specializes in identifying top-tier leadership talent for nonprofit organizations and corporate entities. We focus on President, CEO, and Executive Director roles, leveraging our deep industry expertise and extensive network. Clients benefit from our rigorous search process and 25+ years of experience in matching organizations with visionary leaders.
Board Advisory
Board advisory services help organizations strengthen their governance structures and leadership capabilities. We provide strategic guidance on board development, succession planning, and performance evaluation. Our expertise ensures boards are equipped to make informed decisions and drive organizational success through effective leadership.
Succession Planning
Succession planning services ensure organizational continuity through strategic leadership transitions. We develop comprehensive plans to identify and develop future leaders within organizations. Our approach minimizes disruption while maintaining stability during executive changes across nonprofit and corporate sectors.
People
Heidi G. Milosovic
Managing Partner
Heidi G. Milosovic leads Waverly Partners as Managing Partner in Cleveland, Ohio. With over 25 years of executive search experience, she specializes in nonprofit leadership placements and maintains active involvement in the firm's key client relationships.
Sara B. Cikalo
Partner
Sara B. Cikalo serves as Partner in Cleveland, Ohio. Her executive search expertise focuses on connecting nonprofit organizations with transformative leadership. With extensive experience in chamber and economic development sectors, she delivers strategic talent solutions to complex leadership challenges.
Eric N. Peterson
Partner
Eric N. Peterson contributes his leadership search expertise from Cleveland, Ohio. He specializes in identifying executive talent for nonprofit organizations, bringing decades of experience in matching mission-driven institutions with visionary leaders who drive organizational impact.
Deborah M. Galbraith
Partner
Deborah M. Galbraith operates from Kansas City, Kansas as Partner. Her executive search practice focuses on nonprofit leadership placements, leveraging deep sector knowledge to connect organizations with executives who align with their mission and strategic objectives.
Questions
What services does Waverly Partners offer?
We specialize in executive search placements, board advisory services, and succession planning for nonprofit organizations and corporate entities.
What sectors do you specialize in?
Our primary focus areas include nonprofit organizations, chambers of commerce, economic development agencies, and Fortune 500 companies.
How has joining Ward Howell affected your services?
Our core services remain unchanged, but we now offer expanded capabilities including global talent networks and additional leadership solutions.
What makes your executive search process unique?
Our consultants combine 25+ years of experience with sector-specific expertise to deliver tailored leadership solutions for each client.
