Nonprofit Executive Search in Atlanta, GA

Business Executives in the Technology Sector

Your Next Visionary Leader Lives Here.

We are the nonprofit executive search experts. Born and raised in Atlanta, we know nonprofits and the unique challenges they face. Our vast network of nonprofit executives and direct experience leading 501c(3) and 501c(6) organizations, as well as trade associations, enable us to identify leaders who possess the vision and experience required to drive transformational change within your organization and beyond.

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Atlanta's Go-to Source for Top Nonprofit Executive Talent.

Led by President and Managing Partner Tino Mantella, a former nonprofit CEO with over three decades of experience, we specialize in identifying visionary leaders who can drive lasting impact. From 501(c)(3) organizations to trade associations, our expertise runs deep, and we know precisely what it takes to lead in this sector.

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Nonprofit Executive Search Done Differently.

Tier4 Group brings technology, staffing and professional services together for your business.

Roles We Place

We specialize in placing key roles that drive nonprofit success. These roles include: President, CEO, Executive Director, CDO, CMO, CHRO, VP of Program Services, VP of Customer Services, CFO, and more.

Our Solutions

Executive recruiters specializing in C-Suite Executives, Senior Tech Leaders, and Nonprofit Executives.

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As one of only three women-owned and diversity-certified executive search firms in the nation (and probably the only one in Atlanta), we are uniquely positioned to meet your unique search needs.

Our Expertise

Tino Mantella,

President & Managing Partner, Retained

Over Three Decades of Nonprofit Leadership.

Tino led the growth of North America’s largest tech trade association, expanding membership from 350 to 36,000. He spearheaded a 200% expansion of a leadership development company over five years and secured over $300 million in nonprofit funding, winning Fast Company’s George Land Award for Innovation. Tino directed $50 million toward arthritis research and launched a 501-C6 focused on national security, recognized by former Georgia Governor Nathan Deal. As CEO of a for-profit company, he recruited over 30 Regional Presidents nationwide and managed Illinois’ largest single-room occupancy complex. Notably, he led a gang intervention initiative in Chicago under Mayor Daley, reducing gang-related deaths.

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Flexible Nonprofit Executive Search Solutions Without the Compromise.

At Retained, we understand that nonprofit organizations face unique challenges when hiring executive talent. Budgets are often tight, and finding the right leader is critical to fulfilling your mission.

That’s why we’re introducing a flexible executive search payment plan specifically designed for NFPs like yours. Our plan offers:

A low, flat fee tailored to your nonprofit’s budget.
Flexible payment terms: Pay a deposit, then once you make a hire, pay the rest of the fee in monthly installments for five months.

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Unmatched Expertise

Our leadership team brings firsthand experience running nonprofits and sourcing C-level talent, ensuring that we understand your mission, culture, and specific leadership needs.

Extensive Network

We leverage a nationwide network of nonprofit executives, giving you access to diverse candidates with proven track records in transformational leadership.

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Human-Centered Approach

Every non profit executive search we conduct is personalized and guided by our senior leaders and backed by over 20 seasoned recruiters, ensuring seamless alignment between candidates and your organization’s goals.

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Diversity-Driven Solutions

Committed to equity and inclusion, Retained integrates advanced AI-powered tools to uncover hidden talent and present candidates from all backgrounds who enrich your team.

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