WittKieffer is a global leadership consulting and executive search firm that specializes in serving organizations within the healthcare, science, education, and not-for-profit sectors. Founded in 1969 by John Witt, the company is headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois, and has expanded its services to include executive and professional search, interim leadership, board services, and leadership advisory[1][3]. ### Key Services and Sectors - Executive and Professional Search: WittKieffer focuses on identifying and placing top talent in leadership positions across its core sectors. - Interim Leadership: Provides temporary leadership solutions to help organizations manage transitions or fill immediate needs. - Board Services: Assists in the selection and development of board members. - Leadership Advisory: Offers strategic advice on leadership development and organizational alignment[1][5]. ### History and Growth WittKieffer began as a small firm dedicated to the nonprofit healthcare market. Over the years, it has grown through strategic mergers and acquisitions, such as the merger with Clapp Associates in 1992 and the acquisition of Educational Management Network (EMN) in 1998. This growth has enabled WittKieffer to expand its services into academic medicine, life sciences, and education[3]. ### Global Presence Today, WittKieffer operates with more than 340 employees across the U.S. and globally, having established a significant presence in international markets through partnerships like the joint venture with Ccentric Group, which was fully acquired in 2018[3]. ### Recent Activities WittKieffer has been involved in high-profile searches, such as assisting Michigan State University in finding a new dean for its Broad College of Business[1].