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We are proud of our track record in finding outstanding directors and senior staff for dozens of charities and social enterprises since we were founded.

Kevin Appleton appointed as Chairman of Christianity Explored

Kevin Appleton appointed as Chairman of Christianity Explored

Our experience is that charity Chair searches are often challenging. The fit with the existing organisation must be excellent. The incoming Chair needs to know she/he has the full support of the existing Board. The role unremunerated and the time commitment is significant.

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Monkton Combe Appoints a New Chair

Monkton Combe Appoints a New Chair

This was a very challenging search. Chairs within the charity sector are often the hardest roles to fill because of the significant time commitment combined with the voluntary nature of the post.

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OCCA appoint Interim CEO, CEO, Director of Development and Director of Operations

OCCA appoint Interim CEO, CEO, Director of Development and Director of Operations

During a period of significant change at the charity, the trustees at OCCA approached Carnelian to lead several searches with the purpose of recruiting a new senior team. This was a longer-term partnership with the ministry over the course of nearly two years.

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CPAS CEO and COO

CPAS CEO and COO

Carnelian Search has worked with CPAS on two occasions recently. In 2021, we worked with the CEO to appoint a new COO. Then in 2022 we worked with the board to appoint a new CEO. This widely respected and influential Anglican evangelical mission agency required an excellent leader who would develop a vision for the next phase of CPAS’s journey.

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BMS appoints a Director of People & Culture and Director of Finance & Operations.

BMS appoints a Director of People & Culture and Director of Finance & Operations.

This historic mission agency was going through a period of considerable transition, including changes to the senior leadership team. The People & Culture role was new, and the Finance & Operations was reshaped with a broader remit. We spent some weeks working with the senior team to define the shape of these roles.

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Wycliffe UK Appoints International Partnerships Director

Wycliffe UK Appoints International Partnerships Director

Wycliffe Bible Translators wanted a leader who would significantly develop and grow its international partnerships work. We worked with the Executive Director to understand the requirements and develop the brief.

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