Current
Assignments
Here is a list of our current assignments. We appreciate these organizations having the confidence in us to uncover their future leaders for these positions.
Executive Director, Ambulatory Surgical Network
Penn Medicine
With a mission to advance knowledge and improve health through patient care, research, and the education of trainees in an inclusive culture that embraces diversity, fosters innovation, stimulates critical thinking, supports lifelong learning, and sustains the legacy of excellence, the University of Pennsylvania Health System (Penn Medicine) is launching a search for the Executive Director (ED), Ambulatory Surgical Network. Penn Medicine seeks an entrepreneurial, collaborative, and strategic leader to start a new ambulatory surgical center enterprise.
The new ED will report to Penn Medicine’s Chief Operating Officer and will:
- Provide leadership and the administration of operations for all Penn Medicine ambulatory surgical centers/facilities.
- Lead acquisitions and launch of new facilities to drive strategic growth within the Pennsylvania and New Jersey regions.
- Ensure alignment with Penn Medicine’s strategic and operational goals and priorities.
- Deliver consistent quality and cost-effective care and ensuring the patient experience is exceptional.
- Manage the financial performance of the ambulatory surgical centers along with reporting, implementing, and maintaining annual operating plans and budget.
The ED position is a compelling opportunity for a successful ambulatory surgical center executive to work at a world-class institution to start something new from scratch. With a proven history of developing relationships, exercising an entrepreneurial orientation, inspiring teams, and getting results, the new ED will be given the financial and human capital resources to be successful.
The salary will be based upon experience. Interested or know someone who might be? Please contact Danny Guerrero at 646 298-9525 or dguerrero@lincolnleadership.co.
For more information, take a look at the position description here.
Executive Director
The Clery
Center
The Clery Center seeks a dynamic and authentic leader to guide and to realize its future for the position of Executive Director.
Clery Center is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to creating safer campus communities through education, policy, and advocacy. Founded in 1987 after the tragic murder of Jeanne Clery, the organization has been instrumental in shaping national policies, including the Clery Act, which mandates colleges and universities to disclose campus crime statistics and security information. The Clery Center recently played a pivotal role in passing the federal Stop Hazing Act legislation in December 2024. The Act will help eradicate hazing on college campuses and ensuring the safety and well-being of students.
The Executive Director (ED) serves as the chief executive and strategic leader to advance the mission, financial sustainability, and national impact of the organization. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ED will provide visionary leadership, oversee operations, expand partnerships, and drive fundraising efforts to ensure Clery Center remains a leading voice in campus safety. The ED must be a dynamic leader with expertise in nonprofit management, strategic planning, fundraising, and advocacy. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of higher education policy, campus safety regulations, and the unique challenges faced by institutions in implementing compliance programs.
The Board prefers the person to be located in the Greater Philadelphia area. However, the Board is also open to having someone based between Boston and Washington, D.C. with the expectation for travel to key events, conferences, and meetings.
To learn more about the Clery Center, please visit the web at https://www.clerycenter.org/.
Lincoln Leadership is partnering with the board search committee on this important search. Please contact Andrew Wheeler at awheeler@lincolnleadership.co or contact him at 267 257-1910 for more information.
Vice President, Operations and Organizational Excellence
General Building
Contractors Association
The General Building Contractors Association (GBCA), one of America’s oldest trade associations, is seeking a Vice President of Operations and Organizational Excellence. This newly created leadership role reports directly to the President & CEO and is critical in driving strategic goals, operational efficiency, and organizational excellence.
About GBCA
Established in 1891, GBCA represents over 300 member companies in the Philadelphia region, offering advocacy, education, safety resources, and networking opportunities. Guided by values of growth, belonging, curiosity, and accountability, GBCA advances the union commercial, industrial, and institutional construction industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership: Collaborate with executive management to set vision, strategy, and operational excellence goals.
- Operations Management: Oversee HR, finance, IT, and facility management to ensure efficiency and security.
- Culture and Employee Engagement: Foster a high-performance, mission-driven culture through coaching, development, and performance management.
- Executive Support: Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO, ensuring follow-through on priorities and managing high-level projects.
Qualifications
- Minimum 6–8 years of experience in leadership, strategic planning, and operational process optimization.
- Proven ability to develop and inspire high-performance teams.
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and project management skills.
- Bachelor's degree required; proficiency in Microsoft Office and AI tools preferred.
Why Join GBCA?
This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact in a mission-driven organization that shapes the future of construction in Philadelphia. The position offers the chance to work with an engaged board, a dedicated team, and industry leaders.
Application Details
GBCA has partnered with Lincoln Leadership to conduct this search. To apply or recommend a candidate, contact Andrew C. Wheeler, Founder and President, at 267-257-1910 or awheeler@lincolnleadership.co.
All inquiries are confidential. GBCA is an equal opportunity employer.
To view the job description click here.
Director of Development
Legal Clinic
for the Disabled
The Legal Clinic for the Disabled (LCD), a leader in the medical-legal partnership movement, is hiring a Director of Development to lead its fundraising efforts. Reporting to the Executive Director, this role is pivotal in driving donor engagement, securing major gifts, expanding funding sources, and supporting the organization’s mission to empower low-income people with disabilities.
About LCD
Founded in 1987, LCD is a mid-sized legal services agency headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. LCD serves over 1,900 clients annually, providing free legal representation to low-income individuals with disabilities, addressing legal barriers that impact health, independence, and quality of life. Its innovative Medical-Legal Partnership (MLP) Initiative proactively identifies and resolves health-harming legal issues in collaboration with healthcare teams, driving better outcomes for clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement fundraising strategies, including donor engagement and major gift solicitation.
- Lead annual giving campaigns and build a major gift pipeline.
- Oversee grant writing, reporting, and compliance.
- Strategize and execute special events, including LCD’s annual fundraising event.
- Collaborate with the board to increase engagement in fundraising efforts.
Qualifications
- At least 10 years of fundraising experience, including major gifts and donor stewardship.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Experience with DEI initiatives and promoting inclusive practices.
- Grant writing and event management expertise preferred.
Why Join LCD?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing, mission-driven organization making a significant impact in the lives of low-income individuals with disabilities. LCD offers a hybrid work environment and a competitive benefits package, including 100% employer-paid health benefits and generous PTO.
Apply
LCD has partnered with Lincoln Leadership for this search. To apply or recommend a candidate, contact Anthony Bair at 484-431-6218 or abair@lincolnleadership.co.
Join LCD in advancing justice and inclusion for those in need!
Compensation range: $80 - 90k
For the full job description, click here.
All inquiries are confidential. LCD is an equal opportunity employer.
Legal Director
Legal Clinic
for the Disabled
The Legal Clinic for the Disabled (LCD), a nationally recognized leader in the medical-legal partnership movement, is seeking a Legal Director to lead and inspire its legal team. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, this pivotal role ensures LCD’s mission to empower low-income people with disabilities and the deaf and hard of hearing is achieved through strategic leadership and advocacy.
About LCD
Founded in 1987, LCD is a mid-sized legal services agency headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. LCD serves over 1,900 clients annually, providing free legal representation to low-income individuals with disabilities, addressing legal barriers that impact health, independence, and quality of life. Its innovative Medical-Legal Partnership (MLP) Initiative proactively identifies and resolves health-harming legal issues in collaboration with healthcare teams, driving better outcomes for clients.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership: Partner with the Executive Director to develop organizational strategy, benchmarks, and program improvements. Oversee legal advocacy efforts, including systemic impact litigation and policy initiatives.
Legal Team Management: Lead and support a seven-person legal team, overseeing intake processes, case distribution, and client representation. Provide mentorship and manage performance goals for team members.
Program Development and Evaluation: Enhance training programs, refine data collection and evaluation processes, and share best practices across LCD’s MLP sites.
Community Involvement and Advocacy: Cultivate relationships with regional legal services and healthcare partners. Advocate for systemic change and represent LCD’s mission at local and national forums.
Qualifications
- JD from an accredited law school with active Pennsylvania law license and at least 8 years of legal experience.
- Minimum 3 years in a managerial role, with a proven ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams.
- Demonstrated commitment to serving underserved populations and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Exceptional communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
Why Join LCD?
This is an opportunity to lead meaningful change within a mission-driven organization at the forefront of law and health innovation. LCD offers a collaborative work environment, competitive benefits, and the chance to shape the future of legal services for people with disabilities.
Benefits Include:
- 100% employer-paid health insurance for employees and children.
- Generous vacation, holiday, and sick leave policies.
- Access to a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
Application Details
LCD has partnered with Lincoln Leadership to conduct this search. To apply or recommend a candidate, contact Danny Guerrero, Executive Recruiter at 646-298-9525 or dguerrrero@lincolnleadership.co
All inquiries are confidential. LCD is an equal opportunity employer.
To view the full job description, click here.
Compensation range starts at $90k
Chief Executive Officer
Wellspring
Wellspring, a therapeutic and educational center dedicated to healing through relational approaches which touch and bring forth the wellspring of personal being unique to each individual, giving hope to each person and family in Wellspring’s care, seeks a leader to guide and realize its future.
Nestled in bucolic Litchfield County in northwestern Connecticut, Wellspring encompasses four programs including the Arch Bridge School, a co-ed school for grades 7-12, and has an operating budget of over $7 million. Wellspring’s next CEO and Superintendent for the Arch Bridge School will be a decisive leader who can build on a strong foundation and legacy with a distinct culture, guide its strategic direction, maintain its long-term financial sustainability and operational efficiency, and oversee its programs and staff. Wellspring is ripe for change, and the board expects the next CEO to lead organizational and programmatic change to make Wellspring the provider and school of choice for residents and students.
To learn more about Wellspring, please visit the web at https://wellspring.org/. Lincoln Leadership is partnering with the board search committee on this important search. Please contact Andrew Wheeler at awheeler@lincolnleadership.co or contact him at 267 257-1910 for more information.
