THE POWER OF ALIGNMENT
Credibility. Capability. Caring. We bring this ethos to all that we do.
We listen deeply to our clients to align on a shared vision before the work begins. Then we follow an intentional, proven process that matches outstanding candidates to our client’s needs. Our partnership with our clients lays the foundation for identifying leaders that can make an impact immediately and carry you into the future.
We believe every client deserves a fresh slate of candidates for every search, one that is curated just for them. We map the market to find great candidates who have guided their organizations and teams to winning outcomes and are well-prepared for a new leadership role.
We help our clients meet their goals related to diversity, equity and inclusion and offer expertise, advising and clarity well beyond the time a leader accepts an offer.
“Doran Leadership Partners invested significant time in getting to know us, the business, the culture and the team. With their deep experience, they quickly crystallized the right CEO profile for the company’s future. The candidates they presented were outstanding, making our final decision a difficult one. At every step, it was evident that the DLP team genuinely cared about the long-term success of our portfolio company and its team. Their thoughtful approach helped us effectively navigate the delicate transition to the company’s first outside CEO.”
Zander Rutlin, PartnerMill City Capital (Minneapolis, MN)
Our Proprietary Process
DISCOVERY
- Broad organizational buy-in to the search process, thanks to in-depth stakeholder interviews and listening sessions
- Organization assessment that delivers deep insights into each client’s business, culture and aspirations
- Robust position specification that serves as a blueprint for current and future leadership needs
- Project roadmaps that provide clear processes and timelines
RESEARCH/MARKET MAPPING
- Strategic industry and sector mapping to identify top talent pools
- Fresh, tailored research for every engagement
- State-of-the-art, AI-enabled research tools, along with a robust, proprietary database
- Early compensation advisory that is current and market-based
CANDIDATE
CULTIVATION
- Curated pools of candidates from targeted sectors driven by systematic sourcing and outreach
- Polished, knowledgeable representation in the marketplace delivered by experienced, senior level professionals
- Higher rates of passive candidate engagement
- Diverse slates of candidates
CANDIDATE
EVALUATION
- Highly qualified finalist pools of candidates
- Multi-dimensional candidate vetting spanning experience, leadership competencies and cultural alignment
- Best-in-class candidate experiences that are developmental, caring and transparent
- 360-degree view of candidates incorporating professional references and leadership assessment
REGULAR
COMMUNICATIONS
- Resolute commitment to transparency and partnership as demonstrated through regular updates, team availability and in-depth, balanced candidate materials
- Structured onboarding support to ensure smoother assimilation of new leaders
Candidate Experience
Openness. Transparency. Care.
Our beliefs and values inform all of our interactions with candidates. We want candidates to feel like they have been treated with respect and have grown professionally as a result of working with us.
“The team at Doran Partners was wonderful throughout the entire process. All aspects of the search were handled professionally, from timely communications to thoughtful prep and debrief conversations. Everyone was simply delightful and so very supportive.”
Paul Babcock, Chief Executive Officer & PresidentMacPhail Center for Music (Minneapolis, MN)
Current Searches
The following represent many of the current executive searches underway. If you are a candidate interested in one of these positions, please submit your resume using the button under the listing.
Chief Financial Officer
Our client, Lifeworks Services, a leading Minnesota nonprofit, is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to serve as a strategic partner to the CEO, Board of Directors and executive leadership team. The ideal candidate is an enterprise-minded finance executive with experience leading financial strategy, organizational transformation and operational excellence within a complex, highly regulated environment. This role offers the opportunity to strengthen financial stewardship, modernize the Finance function and help position a mission-driven organization for sustainable growth and long-term community impact.
Director of Supply Chain
Our client, a large, privately held organization headquartered in Minneapolis, is seeking a Director of Supply Chain to build and lead a supply chain function that will drive greater efficiency, innovation and performance across a complex, growing business. The ideal candidate is a strategic, collaborative leader with 12+ years of progressive supply chain experience and a track record of driving transformation, developing strong supplier relationships and leveraging technology to improve processes. This role offers the opportunity to shape a new enterprise capability and elevate end-to-end supply chain performance across the organization.
Chief Financial Officer
Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation seeks a strategic Chief Financial Officer to provide leadership across finance, investments, risk management, technology and operations while helping ensure the Foundation’s long-term financial sustainability and impact. This executive will partner closely with the Board, investment leaders, donors and community stakeholders to advance the Foundation’s mission.
Chief People Officer
Our client, a sixth-generation family-owned leader in sustainable products, is seeking a Chief People Officer with a strategic mindset and proven talent leadership skills to drive organizational success and cultural alignment.
Chief Executive Officer
Our client is a private equity backed provider of engineering services with operations across the United States, and they’re looking for a Chief Executive Officer who can unify platform companies under a single vision and work effectively with high performing legacy organizations.
Chief Executive Officer
Located in New York, our client is a private equity-backed provider of behavioral health services. This organization is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to guide the them to the next level by providing vision, strategy, leadership and accountability. The ideal candidate is a seasoned executive with experience leading distributed healthcare, behavioral health, education or pediatric services organizations and a proven ability to build a structured, repeatable K-12 business development engine.
Associate Director, Investments
Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation is seeking an Associate Director of Investments who believes in the power of philanthropy to transform communities and is compelled by the mission and purpose of the Foundation. This person will have a track record of success in institutional investment management, with particular depth in private investments and facility across a variety of asset classes. Ideally looking for 10+ years of experience in investment management within a foundation, endowment, pension or large-scale family office environment.
Chief Information Officer
Our client, a large, family enterprise located in the upper Midwest, is seeking a Chief Information Officer to lead technology strategy and execution across a diversified, multi-state organization. The ideal candidate is a collaborative and strategic leader who builds trust quickly and helps organizations evolve with clarity, cohesion and sustained momentum. They will have extensive leadership experience and 15+ years in progressive technology roles within complex or large diversified companies. This role offers the chance to modernize platforms, elevate data and digital capabilities and support the unique needs of each business unit.
“Doran Leadership Partners brings us so much more than great candidates. They are a true partner in organization development and help us chart the course for future growth and success.”
Johannes Burlin, Co-Founder and Co-CEOTilia Holdings, (Chicago, IL)