Serving on a board looks good on a resume, but you need to know that saying yes to a board seat is saying yes to more than a nice title. It's a big commitment that requires you to be dedicated and involved. Whether it's a nonprofit, a small business, or…
We imagine you, along with most people, have an opinion about the necessity of physically working in an office. The unprecedented lockdown that came with COVID-19 showed us that working remotely is possible for many positions, but the question still remains whether it’s the optimal way to do work. A…
Centennial, Inc. has called Greater Cincinnati home since its beginnings in 1975. Over the years we have partnered with a variety of nonprofits and for-profits, helping them hire the best leaders for their organization. Some of those clients include: our region’s Fortune 500s; small businesses bolstering their team to accommodate…
Have you started a search for a C-suite leader only to find yourself several months in and frustrated with your lack of results? Are you wondering why it’s so hard to fill your role? There is good reason…many good reasons. The tough reality is that hiring a C-suite leader is…
As an executive search firm, the team at Centennial connects with many talented individuals who are going through career transition. Some of these individuals are passively exploring what opportunities are out there, while others are fully engaged in an active job search. One question we hear regularly is, “What is…
Let’s set the stage: You have the honored and vital role of being a member of a hiring committee. Your task is to find someone who will lead your nonprofit to the next level of success. This is exciting and a bit overwhelming, but you know you have 4 other…
If your family runs a business that you’ve been actively involved in, you may find yourself being considered for the top leadership role as the current leader moves closer to retirement. As this possibility draws closer, you are undoubtedly asking yourself several questions. “Am I the best person to take…
There can be many misconceptions about what it is like working for a nonprofit organization. If you dream of changing lives and having a positive impact on the community by working at a nonprofit, you need to know the reality of the challenges that come with it. Yes, it’s incredibly…
Written by Centennial's Executive Vice President, Becky Scheeler. Your family business is growing and with that growth comes the need to hire someone to fill a key leadership role. Up to this point, family members have filled the senior leadership roles. However, no one in the family is qualified or…
