"We have been blown away by the level of expertise and knowledge among the selected candidates we interviewed. It will be very hard to select the final candidate among a group with such a high caliber."

Dr. Azita Emami, Executive Dean, University of Washington School of Nursing

"Throughout the hiring process, BRYANT GROUP gave me sound advice at every turn. John’s guidance helped me reach my potential as a candidate, and ultimately helped me achieve a professional dream."

Blake Rickman, Vice Chancellor for University Advancement/Executive Director UAFS Foundation, University of Arkansas, Fort Smith

“You and your team are the best and most thorough recruiters I have ever met!”

Candidate, with 30 years of executive fundraising experience, education

“BRYANT GROUP stands out from other recruiting agencies for its level of professionalism and organization. I know the level of heavy-lifting required for a representation this seamless and organized—and they do an outstanding job.”

Diana Asaad, Dean of Student Affairs, Claremont Lincoln University

"This search exceeded my expectations in so many ways. I cannot remember a search where I have felt 100% confident in both of the finalists...until this one. You really do great work."

Brad Andrews, President, Southwestern College

"Having been both a client and a candidate for multiple searches, I know without question that you and your colleagues are absolutely best-in-class. From providing timely and helpful information to always – always! – being in touch when you said you would be, the team at BRYANT GROUP demonstrated remarkable expertise, absolute discretion, and extraordinary follow-through every step of the way."

Paul Grier, Vice President, Institutional Services, Presbyterian Foundation

“Our Team Effectiveness workshop was the best session of this type that I have participated in during my career. It provided me new insights about myself and deepened my appreciation for those I work with.”

Neil Macready, Vice President, Pitzer College

“BRYANT GROUP’s efforts to truly understand our organization ensured that the team could identify the best possible candidates for our environment and our ambitious goals. Their commitment paved the way for early trust between candidates and our team—and the team’s enthusiasm made the process enjoyable.”

Kelly O'Brien, Vice President, Philanthropy, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center

“Sally knows what it takes to achieve results on behalf of her clients. With a genuine desire to see others succeed, she has a remarkable sense for asking the right questions, clarifying goals and integrating core details into action. She is a gifted coach, advisor and recruitment professional.”

Chris Bingley, Senior Vice President, Ruffalo Noel Levitz

“I've worked with many recruiting firms in my 30+ year advancement career. BRYANT GROUP is among the best partners with whom I’ve collaborated.”

Dan Peterson, Senior Associate Vice President, University of Washington

“Sally Bryant DeChenne, you are an exceptional recruiter. Our sincere gratitude for the professionalism and care with which you’ve delivered services to us.”

Matt Allen, Board Chair, Kansas Health Foundation

“#BRYANTGROUPROCKS”

Nancy Barnes, Chief Human Resources Officer, Claremont Lincoln University

“We were amazed at the time and energy that went into the process and it was clear that Sally had great skill to organize the work with impressive efficiency, and also the integrity to create the boundaries needed to keep everything under control. Second, we got really marvelous candidates… and hired an absolutely amazing new C.E.O.”

Rev. Claudia Bakely, Search Committee Chair, Kansas Health Foundation

“The BRYANT GROUP team is strategic, honest, hard-working and worth their weight in gold. They represent your organization, its mission and values well… On the other hand: if you are a candidate, they have an uncanny knack to help align your strengths and desires with the perfect opportunity.”

Gil Picciotto, President, Eastside Catholic School

“The BRYANT GROUP team has been enormously accommodating and helpful to me as a candidate. They were open as to what I should expect, and their thoughtful insight, guidance and advice was extremely helpful in preparing me for interviews."

Mike Bush, Marketing and Communications Consultant, Candidate

“BRYANT GROUP has a deep and rare understanding of our profession.”

Gary Grant, Vice President for Development, Florida Institute of Technology

“Sally and the BRYANT GROUP did an excellent job of humanizing the search process. She invests considerable energy to learn more about each candidate than is available on paper.”

Joshua E. Jacobs, Vice President, Central Methodist University

“BRYANT GROUP has exceeded my very high expectations with the three Team Effectiveness workshops they have led for our team—quickly establishing rapport, laying out clear goals and creating an environment that encourages support of each other and our shared mission. I am confident BRYANT GROUP will be a part of our team development long into the future.”

Susan Dolbert, Chief Philanthropy Officer, Southern California Foundations, Providence Health and Services

“BRYANT GROUP is an exceptional team in executive recruiting. Having been exposed to many recruiting firms, I can easily attest to the professionalism and facility for easy and open communication that is the cornerstone of BRYANT GROUP. They are meticulous to a fault in their research. I didn't know Sally or John before this process, but now I feel as though I've made two good friends.“

Paulanne Jushkevich, Associate Vice Chancellor for Advancement, Health Sciences, University of Illinois

"After 25 years working in philanthropy, I have engaged with my fair share of executive recruiters. BRYANT GROUP’s materials, the process, and the thoughtful questions that you asked were a unique and meaningful experience for me as a candidate. I highly recommend BRYANT GROUP to future clients looking for a careful, deliberate search firm to partner with."

Candidate, President & CEO, Community Foundation