Kris McFeely

Partner, Nonprofit Practice Group

A Partner in the Nonprofit Practice Group, Kris has more than two decades of executive search experience. Before joining DHR, she was Managing Director at a national nonprofit executive search and consulting firm, where she led high-profile searches and guided strategic talent initiatives. As a member of the firm’s senior leadership team, she also oversaw recruitment for the consulting staff and chaired the firm’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Council. Her expertise lies in matching top-tier nonprofit leaders with organizations that are dedicated to advancing meaningful missions.

Kris McFeely

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Experience

Kris has worked extensively with national and regional nonprofits across education, healthcare, social services, and the arts, identifying executives who align their missions and long-term goals. With deep expertise in fundraising, operations, marketing, finance, and CEO and senior leadership transitions, Kris has successfully placed executives in organizations ranging from grassroots nonprofits to national foundations, museums, healthcare institutions, and environmental organizations.

Before her executive search career, Kris spent 10 years at the John G. Shedd Aquarium as a Senior Animal Care Specialist. In that role, she oversaw daily care and training for the marine mammal collection and managed the college internship program, mentoring students who aspired to work in zoo and aquarium-related fields.

Recognized as one of Crain’s 2020 Notable Leaders in HR, Kris has forged strong partnerships with board members, C-suite executives, and high-potential talent across the nonprofit sector. She serves on the Program Committee of the Network of Nonprofit Search Consultants.

Social Impact

DHR’s Nonprofit practice is designed to provide talent guidance and support at any level of your business through our executive and emerging leaders search solutions, as well as strategic consulting services. Our mission – “to improve the effectiveness of nonprofit organizations worldwide” – represents the consultative approach and commitment to establishing mutually beneficial long-term relationships with each of our clients.
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