Cook Silverman

Cook Silverman is a specialized retained search firm exclusively focused on senior executive positions for nonprofit organizations, based in Mill Valley. Founded as an alliance between longtime colleagues Pamela Cook and Victoria Schiff Silverman, the firm brings over 200 combined years of nonprofit experience to their executive search practice.

Cook Silverman Search operates as a dedicated nonprofit executive search firm with a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within the sector. The firm was established through the partnership of Pamela Cook and Victoria Schiff Silverman, leveraging their extensive backgrounds and longstanding professional relationship to serve nonprofit organizations across the United States.

With over 550 successful searches completed in more than twenty years, Cook Silverman has built a comprehensive network of nonprofit professionals and maintains strong connections throughout the sector. Their team includes individuals who have previously served as executive directors, development directors, marketing directors, and other senior positions within nonprofit organizations, providing them with firsthand knowledge of the roles they help fill.

The firm's approach emphasizes thorough preparation, comprehensive screening and interviewing, strategic candidate presentation, and ongoing support through the placement process. They work closely with clients to understand organizational culture, business models, and specific position requirements, ensuring optimal matches between candidates and organizations.

Cook Silverman offers specialized services for Executive Director searches, recognizing the unique complexities of these transitions. Additional services include organizational needs assessment, strategy development, internal and external communications support, search committee mentorship and training, and coaching for both outgoing and incoming leaders.

Their client base spans a broad spectrum of nonprofit organizations, including independent schools, universities, conservation and environmental groups, healthcare organizations, social service agencies, social justice organizations, museums, science institutions, animal welfare groups, faith-based organizations, and arts organizations. The firm is committed to providing ethical and exceptional service while maintaining efficient systems that help minimize overhead costs for their clients.