Exceptional visionaries exist. We’ll help you find them.

Hi, We’re Noetic. Great to Meet You!

Noetic is the leading executive search firm dedicated to finding visionary leaders for nonprofit organizations. We know the industry inside and out, and design every search to align with your organization’s unique mission, culture, and moment in time.

From the first call to final offer, we’re with you as your trusted partner—focused on identifying the ideal leader to fit your mission. Start your search today.

30+

year legacy in nonprofit executive search & placement

96%

of our placements remain in their position at least 4 years

125+

placements made for more
than 100 clients (with 20 repeat clients)

Our Values.

What we believe shapes how we work. Our values guide every search and every conversation, reminding us that this work is about people, missions, and the impact strong leadership makes in the world.

We hold ourselves to a standard of thoughtfulness, accountability, and genuine partnership and we’re deeply committed to ensuring every search reflects a wide range of voices, experiences, and perspectives.

For us, it’s about more than filling a role. It’s about finding leaders who will strengthen missions, inspire teams, and bring diverse perspectives that fuel resilient, forward-looking organizations.

Learn more about us

"Rhyan has mastered her profession and is a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend Rhyan Zweifler and Noetic."

President, Board of Directors
Wentcher Foundation
“Noetic was relentless in our extensive search to replace our founding Executive Director. Their industry-spanning network kept the best talent in our sights throughout the process.”

Former Board Chairman
Chicago Run
“Noetic really made it a two way experience. They made sure that it was not only a fit for the client but also a good fit for me as the candidate and I appreciated that.”

Chief Executive Officer
Aspiritech
“I have worked with executive recruitment firms in the past, and my experience with Noetic was just the right combination of warmth and professional expertise. The process felt so good.”

Executive Director
The Acorn Center for the Performing Arts
"I had an excellent experience working with Noetic. They were great to work with from start to finish and made the entire process smooth and stress-free. Their extensive network and deep understanding of our industry helped ensure a strong match. I highly recommend them to anyone seeking a thoughtful and effective executive search partner."

Chief Executive Officer
Santa Barbara Humane

Our Focus.

We place executives at the heart of mission-driven organizations, where leadership matters most. From CEOs and Executive Directors to senior functional leaders, we tailor every search around your mission and culture.

Our reach spans human services, advocacy, education, healthcare, animal welfare, and cultural institutions. With deep roots in the Midwest and a network that extends nationwide, we connect missions with leaders poised to create lasting impact.