Finding the right chief executive officer is one of the most important decisions an association can make. Too often, an association makes the mistake of viewing an executive search as merely an HR function. It is much more than that. The right CEO is the individual who sets the tone, advances the mission, and builds the bridge between volunteers, members, and staff. Raybourn Group International (RGI) is known for helping organizations navigate this critical transition with confidence and clarity.
Since 1988, RGI has partnered with trade associations, foundations, nonprofits, and professional societies to provide management and consulting services that help them thrive. Its CEO search consulting services are designed to remove the guesswork from executive transitions by combining proven best practices with strategies tailored to each client.
The process typically moves through three phases: identifying success factors, promoting the position and screening candidates, and guiding the interview and selection process. From stakeholder surveys to confidential interviews, candidate assessments to onboarding support, RGI ensures a transparent process that prepares both the organization and its new leader for long-term success
The process works. Since 2018, RGI has had a 100% success rate with CEO searches and placements. What’s more, each of those executives remains in their respective positions today.
“RGI’s strength lies in its deep understanding of membership organizations and the challenges they face,” said RGI President Leslie Murphy, FASAE, CAE. “With more than 420 years of combined staff experience, our team provides perspective that goes beyond filling a role—we help align leadership with the organization’s vision and culture.”
By adhering to the highest professional standards and leveraging extensive association expertise, RGI offers organizations a thoughtful and effective approach to CEO search—transforming a moment of transition into an opportunity for growth.
Rachel Daegar, CAE, IOM
Rachel has worked with associations since 1985, energized by the passion that members have for organizations. After joining RGI in 2010, Rachel used her communication and organizational skills to meet her clients strategic objectives regardless of their industry. She earned her Certified Association Executive designation in 2015, and was awarded the Beverly Rae Kimes Award in 2020 as outstanding regional editor.