Our Mission
Our firm is dedicated entirely to executive search.
We commit to working with our clients to provide:
- A strategic overview of the hiring profile.
- A first rate, creative, energetic and pro-active recruitment process.
- A professional and in-depth assessment on each candidate presented.
- Constant attention being paid to finding the best candidate.
- Our clients and candidates with the highest level of personalized service.
- The resources necessary to get the search done in a timely manner.
Each college, university and independent school has unique qualities and needs. The reason for utilizing Deerfield Associates Executive Search, Inc. for your search is our "Value Added". Our ability to recruit and attract the best candidate for your particular hiring need in a timely manner is what we do best.
"In the past several years, we have had the privilege of partnering with Doug Cooney and his talented colleagues at Deerfield Associates on three searches (Director of Institutional Advancement 2019, Director of Major Gifts 2022 and Chief Communications Officer 2024). We are a repeat client because of DA’s exceptional service, support, and results. While each search presented unique challenges, Doug always presented us with outstanding candidates, which is no small feat in this highly competitive environment. From crafting the position description and providing comprehensive vetting of prospective candidates all the way to helping onboard the successful finalist, Doug was with us every step of the way. His relentless focus and consistent communication are a potent combination and are of great value to the client and the candidates."
Bob Whelan, Head of School, Green Farms Academy, Westport, Connecticut
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