A Decade of Impact is a new series highlighting the amazing organizations we’ve partnered with over the last ten years. 2026 is a big year for us — we’re celebrating our ten years as Cook Silverman Search, expanding our suite of services, and have many new, exciting things in store.
Stick with us. We can’t wait to tell you more.
client spotlight
“Cook Silverman’s approach in a very competitive market helped us secure the talent we need in these roles. They understand not only our mission and programs, but our culture, brand and strategy too.” - David Lewis, Executive Director
Save The Bay is building a movement to protect and restore San Francisco Bay through policy change, hands-on restoration, and deep community connection. For more information about Save The Bay and how you can support the mission, please visit savesfbay.org.
Roles placed:
Director of Individual Giving, 2022
Major Gifts Officer, 2022
Political Director, 2019
“Cook Silverman helped us find a truly transformative leader. Since joining us in 2021, our Director of Philanthropy has nearly doubled the program and reshaped how we think about fundraising. That kind of impact speaks to Cook Silverman’s deep understanding of mission-driven organizations and the leaders they need to thrive.” - Kymberly Miller, CEO
Children’s Fairyland sparks imagination and a desire to learn by bringing stories to life through immersive experiences. Nestled lakeside in Oakland, Children's Fairyland creates a magical world of wonder that delights visitors of all ages - especially children - through attractions, performances, animals, gardens, programming, and community partnerships. For more information about Children’s Fairyland and how you can support the mission, please visit fairyland.org.
ROLE PLACED: Director of Philanthropy, 2021
“Cook‑Silverman invested time in understanding our organization’s current state and future direction, bringing us candidates whose expertise aligns with where we’re headed.” - Julie Seelen, CFRE, Director of Philanthropy
Sempervirens Fund’s mission is to ensure coast redwood forests in the Santa Cruz Mountains thrive for generations to come. To learn more, go to sempervirens.org
ROLES PLACED:
Director of Major Giving, 2022
Manager of Philanthropic Engagement, 2022
Associate Director of Development, 2017
“Cook Silverman deeply understood OMCA and our needs, bringing rigor and thoroughness to every step while aligning the search with the Museum's mission and delivering a strong, diverse slate of candidates for us to consider.” - Lori Fogarty, Director and CEO
The mission of the Oakland Museum of California is to inspire understanding and empathy with stories and experiences of California’s art, history, and natural environment to build more equitable and connected communities. To learn more, go to museumca.org.
ROLE PLACED: Director of Philanthropy, 2021