McCormack+Kristel
Staffing and RecruitingNew York, United States2-10 Employees
McCormack + Kristel is a national retained executive search firm founded in 1993 that concentrates on leadership recruitment for mission-driven organizations. It specializes in identifying transformational leaders who can drive innovation and impact within the social impact sector, serving nonprofit and philanthropic clients who share a commitment to advancing missions. The team combines talent acquisition professionals, board leaders, and former nonprofit executives to address the unique leadership challenges of social sector organizations. Based in New York City, the firm operates at a national scale with a practice focused exclusively on the social impact sector. It is recognized for diversity and LGBTQ-owned status, and Forbes named it among America's Best Executive Recruiting Firms in 2026. Recent developments include partnerships with the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas to recruit two Co-Directors for its Anti-Racism Office and with The Partnership To End Homelessness to expand its Board of Directors.