Meet the Team

Get to know the people behind every search, strategic partners who lead with insight, empathy, and care. We shape our approach through experience, integrity and a deep understanding of purpose-driven leadership.

What Drives Our Leaders

Our work is about more than matching résumés to roles. It’s about understanding people, earning trust, and helping organizations thrive through leadership that fits, not just on paper, but in purpose and culture.

Mark Kraft

President

Mark brings seasoned judgment and strategic clarity to every search, grounded in deep listening, decades of experience, and a lasting commitment to values-driven leadership.

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Jeff Pitchford

Vice President & Senior Associate

Jeff blends executive insight with a people-first mindset, helping organizations navigate change and growth through leadership that fits both the moment and the mission.

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Your Search Partners

Our leadership team guides every executive search, but they’re not alone. Meet the consultants and collaborators who help bring every values-driven placement to life.

Shawn Plummer

Senior Associate

Shawn Plummer

Senior Associate

Shawn is an executive leader with 25 years of global experience. He previously spent 13 years at Food for the Hungry Canada, including six as President & CEO, and held leadership roles at Samaritan’s Purse managing operations across multiple continents.
Shawn specializes in executive recruitment, building accountable cultures, and advising boards, consistently applying a relationship-driven management style.

Matt Robberstad

Associate

Matt Robberstad

Associate

Matt brings over a decade of talent acquisition experience in the nonprofit sector. Known for his thoughtful, ministry-minded approach, he helps clients build strong teams through responsive service, deep recruitment expertise, and a commitment to long-term fit.

Alexa Kroeker

Recruitment and Marketing Associate

Alexa Kroeker

Recruitment and Marketing Associate

Alexa supports each search with both creativity and precision. From crafting compelling job postings to managing campaign strategy, she helps attract the right candidates by capturing your culture, voice, and vision from day one.

Sharon Cymbaluk

Manager of Administrative Services

Sharon Cymbaluk

Manager of Administrative Services

Sharon supports every step of the search with care and precision. With over a decade of experience assisting CEOs and boards, she brings calm coordination and high-touch service to ensure your experience is smooth from start to finish.

Keith Knight

Associate – Business Development

Keith Knight

Associate – Business Development

Keith brings a strong background in leadership development, communications, and search. Known for his relational approach, he guides organizations through every stage of the recruitment process — helping build cohesive teams from the top down.

Tim Warkentin

Associate – Strategic Planning & Team Building

Tim Warkentin

Associate – Strategic Planning & Team Building

Tim is a certified coach, Birkman consultant, and strategic facilitator with over 30 years of leadership experience. He helps teams gain clarity and alignment by guiding practical, purpose-driven planning processes tailored to your organization’s goals.

Jennifer Hill

HR Advisor

Jennifer Hill

HR Advisor

Jennifer is a Certified Human Resources Professional with a master’s in HR management. She partners with organizations to build thoughtful policies, strengthen culture, and support teams with strategic, people-focused HR solutions.

Nicole Kraft

Associate – Career Transition Lead

Nicole Kraft

Associate – Career Transition Lead

Nicole is a certified Birkman consultant with a background in counselling and career development. She helps individuals navigate transition with clarity and confidence — guiding clients toward renewed purpose and sustainable next steps.

See What Drives Us

Learn how our values shape every search — and how we help leaders like you hire with purpose.