Arts and Culture
Executive Search

Arts and cultural institutions enrich society and preserve our shared humanity.

Lindauer works with museums, performing arts institutions, public media, libraries, and cultural nonprofits to recruit leaders who can balance creative vision with sound management, community connection, and financial sustainability.

With unmatched reach and expertise, we discover executives who inspire audiences, engage donors, and guide organizations into the future.

Together, we can help ensure your cultural mission thrives for generations.

The Institutions We Serve

Performing Arts Organizations  +  Museums and Galleries  +  Cultural Heritage and Preservation  +  Community Arts and Arts Education  +  Arts Councils and Service Organizations  +  Public Media  +  Public, University, and Research Libraries  +  University Museums and Performing Arts  +  Art Schools and Conservatories

Our Clients in Arts + Culture

Our Functional Expertise

Arts and cultural organizations are critical to building communities, preserving heritage, and inspiring creativity. Lindauer has extensive experience recruiting leaders who balance artistic vision with operational and financial sustainability.

From executive offices to fundraising, marketing, and education, we connect institutions with talent that strengthens mission and broadens impact.

Executive Leadership

  • CEO
  • President
  • Executive Director
  • Board Members

Advancement and Development

  • Advancement Services
  • Analytics
  • Annual Giving
  • Campaign Management
  • Corporate and Foundation Relations
  • Donor Relations
  • Event Management
  • Major Gifts
  • Membership Management
  • Planned Giving
  • Principal Gifts
  • Stewardship

Artistic and Program Leadership

  • Artistic Director
  • Curator
  • Education and Public Programs

Constituent Management

  • Member Engagement
  • Patron Programs
  • Digital Engagement

Diversity, Equity, Access, and Inclusion

  • Organizational Culture
  • Culture and Values Officers
  • Inclusion and Belonging
  • Diversity Officers
  • Equity Programs
  • Community Outreach

Finance, Operations, and Administration

  • Comptroller
  • Business Management
  • Technology

Human Resources

  • Compensation
  • Talent Management
  • Employee and Labor Relations

Marketing and Communications

  • Digital Engagement
  • Media Relations
  • Technology Management
  • Public Relations
  • Brand Management
  • Direct Response

Research

Grants Management

To find our next CEO, we knew we needed a search firm with the networks, resources, and expertise to lead a national search. Lindauer delivered.

Julie ZunkerCEO Search Committee Chair & Board Member, Seattle Public Library Foundation

The Lindauer Lens

We see an executive search as an opportunity to bring the future into focus.

In partnership with our clients, we weave different perspectives, organizational needs, and aspirations into a shared understanding that moves us forward together. This clarity not only shapes the search but also positions you, your team, and your new leader for lasting impact and meaningful progress.

Arts and Culture Practice Team

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Libby Roberts

Senior Advisor and Founding Managing Director

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Paula Fazli

Senior Vice President

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Dan Nevez

Senior Vice President

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Faith Montgomery

Executive Vice President and Managing Director

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Adele Mezher

Senior Vice President and Managing Director

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Josh Maker

Senior Consultant

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Bob Giannino

Senior Vice President

taylor-beard

Taylor Beard

Senior Consultant

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Alexandra Catuara

Senior Consultant

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Khushboo Rami-Patel

Senior Consultant

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Jackie Sullivan

Senior Vice President

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Chandra Montgomery

Senior Consultant + Director, Equity and Inclusion Practice

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Terri Rutter

Assistant Vice President

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Megan Abbett

Assistant Vice President

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Maureen Huminik

Vice President and Managing Director

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Jill Lasman

Senior Advisor and Founding Managing Director

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Alexandra Barber

Senior Consultant

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Andrew Machado

Senior Consultant

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Elsa Gomes Bondlow

Consultant

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Alexus Forte

Consultant

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Raegan Harvey

Senior Consultant

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