Nonprofits & Social Impact

“Steve Ziegler and Z3Talent has been my trusted go to for an executive level search and consultation on organizational culture, on-boarding and retention best practices, and targeted recruitment strategies. Long before mainstream conversation, Steve has been committed to expanding organizational culture and capacity for diversity, equity, and inclusion. He truly appreciates the value and benefit of diverse hiring, especially at the senior leadership level. Steve is committed, passionate, creative, and thoughtful. He has consistently delivered customized solutions that have far exceeded my expectations.”

Cyndi Dodds, MS, LMFT, Chief Clinical Officer at Summitstone Health Partners.

Paula Stolebarger leads our Nonprofit and Social Impact practice serving Colorado-based organizations in need of talented leaders who are passionate about the mission of the organization. We are honored to partner with many of our for-profit clients who serve on many of the search committees and boards in identifying leaders who can propel these vital organizations forward allowing them to thrive in the rapidly changing landscape. We believe our for-profit work enables to bring best practices/processes and staff to benefit this vital sector. We are honored to partner with these mission-driven organization that are dedicated to creating more meaningful and wider impact in our community. Our team members are committed to actively participating, volunteering and giving to Denver-based nonprofits including Raise the Future, Colorado Uplift, YouthBiz, Daughters of the American Revolution, Impact Empowerment Group, Minds Matter and The Women’s Foundation of Colorado.

Representative Placements

  • Chief Executive Officer for the state chapter of a national providing services to those with intellectual disabilities.

  • Chief Executive Officer of an organization dedicated to serving at-risk youth.

  • Head of School of a Denver-based preschool.

  • Executive Director of an entrepreneurial youth program.

  • Chief Financial Officer of an international association focused on providers of clean water.

  • Chief Financial Officer of a nonprofit independent contract research laboratories

  • Chief Financial Officer of an organization dedicated to providing housing to those in need. 

  • Chief Development Officer of an educational nonprofit supporting youth.

  • Clinical Director of Addiction of SummitStone Health, a large community partner for mental health and community services in Larimer County.