2Q26 | IN THIS ISSUE: Why replacing a long-tenured CEO is a significant leadership risk, the talent market unfiltered + a chance to celebrate the leadership shaping our future.

 
 

Longer days, longer views


Summer often creates a different kind of space. The pace doesn't necessarily slow, but it does offer an opportunity at midyear to step back, reflect, and consider what comes next.


For many organizations, that means preparing for leadership transitions. Whether a CEO retirement is imminent or still years away, the most successful transitions rarely begin when a departure is announced. They begin long before, with thoughtful conversations about the future, not just the past.


At the same time, organizations are navigating these decisions in an executive talent market that continues to evolve in meaningful ways. In our latest podcast, Christie Angel and I discuss what we're seeing in real time, from a shrinking pool of truly "ready-now" leaders to the growing role of interim and fractional executives.


Finally, we're proud to celebrate the promotions of Melania DaSilva to Managing Director and Robyn Quinn to Principal. These milestones reflect their leadership, expertise, and the tremendous impact they have made for our clients, candidates, and team.


If you're hiring: Are you building your leadership team for the organization's next chapter, not simply preserving the current one?


If you're considering a transition: Are you preparing yourself — and your organization — for what comes next?


At BroadView, we help organizations and leaders navigate these moments every day, keeping both today's needs and tomorrow's opportunities in view. We are grateful for the opportunity to serve as a trusted partner and resource.


Warmly,


Tracy McMillan

CEO + Managing Partner

 

The Real Challenge isn't Finding the Next CEO

By Christie Angel, Managing Partner -- Midwest Region

The greatest leadership risk many organizations face isn't a failed CEO. It's replacing a successful one.


When a leader has spent 10, 15, or even 20 years building an organization, their departure creates far more than a vacancy. It can create uncertainty around culture, relationships, fundraising, strategy, and even organizational identity.


For boards, replacing a long-tenured CEO or Executive Director is one of the most consequential responsibilities they will ever undertake. And while succession planning is essential, it is rarely enough on its own.



Leadership transitions involving long-serving executives are as much about managing change as they are about hiring talent.

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Recognizing Leadership + Shaping the Future

Great organizations grow by investing in great leaders.


At BroadView Talent Partners, we're proud to recognize two professionals whose leadership, expertise, and commitment have helped shape our firm's success.


This month, we celebrate the promotion of Melania DaSilva-Deaver to Managing Director and Robyn Quinn to Principal.


These well-earned promotions reflect our continued investment in the people who help clients navigate their most important leadership decisions while strengthening BroadView's future.

"Melania and Robyn each exemplify the values that define BroadView Talent Partners," says Tracy McMillan, CEO and Managing Partner. "Their leadership, strategic insight, and unwavering commitment to client success have helped shape our firm, and these promotions recognize the tremendous impact they have made on our clients, candidates, and team."

 
 

The executive talent market isn’t what it was even a year ago.


In episode six of C-Suite Elevated, Christie Angel and Tracy McMillan share what they’re seeing in real time, from tighter timelines to a shrinking pool of truly “ready-now” leaders. Some roles are moving faster than ever, while others, especially CFO and Chief Development Officer, are harder to fill despite more candidates in the market.


This is a practical, behind-the-scenes look at what’s driving executive hiring decisions right now and how to stay competitive without compromising on the leader you need. ▶️🎧Listen now.

 


Applauding our newly placed leaders

 
 

ACTIVE SEARCHES

Chief Executive Officer
Florida Community Loan Fund | Orlando, Florida


Executive Director

Legal Aid Society of Greater Cincinnati | Cincinnati, Ohio


Chief Financial Officer

Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development | Lanham, Maryland


Chief Financial Officer

Prospera Housing Community Services | San Antonio, Texas


Chief Executive Officer

Community Housing Capital | Decatur, Georgia


Chief Lending Officer

Momentus Capital | Remote, U.S.-based


Chief Financial Officer

Community Shelter Board  |  Columbus, Ohio


Executive Director

North Central Minority Supplier Development Council (NCMSDC) |  Minneapolis, Minnesota or Milwaukee, Wisconsin


President and CEO

Greater New England Minority Supplier Development Council (GNEMSDC) |  New England


Chief Philanthropy + External Affairs Officer

Insight Housing | Berkeley, California


President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Baltimore Community Lending, Inc  | Baltimore, Maryland

 

SUBMIT YOUR RESUME

To submit your resume/CV and stay connected to BroadView Talent Partners, please click here to access our data partner, Not Actively Looking.


NotActivelyLooking is a confidential and secure platform that allows you to manage the information you provide to us, including up-to-date career information, key achievements, skills and future aspirations. For more information, please contact us at info@BroadViewTalent.com.

 
 
 
 

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