Mission-Driven Search for Leaders Who Stay
Vocare Union helps mission-driven organizations hire leaders who actually stay, grow, and move the mission forward. We are a recruitment firm that does not just fill positions, it builds sustainable teams.
Instead of charging huge upfront commissions for a fast placement, our model is simple. Find a leader who lives your mission and culture, then pay as they stay and succeed. You invest a modest start fee, then 1 percent of salary per month for up to 24 months, so our success is tied to your leader’s long-term impact, not just day one.
From first conversation to the first quarter in the role, we stay in the picture with onboarding support and check-ins, so your new leader is not just placed, they are prepared. The result is a high-performing, mission-aligned team built for the long haul, not another short tenure.
Vocare Union Core Values
Radical Truth
We name reality with humility and clarity—no spin, no sugarcoating.
We believe the best decisions are made when the full story is told. We invite boards to be honest about the real state of their organizations and commit to sharing that truth with candidates. We don’t sell roles. We set leaders up for success by giving them a clear-eyed picture of what they’re walking into.
Long-Haul Partnership
We walk with leaders for the long run, not just the hire.
Our job doesn’t end when a contract is signed. We stay engaged through quarterly check-ins, coaching, and board support. We believe in shared accountability for long-term outcomes. We’re with you through the stumbles, pivots, and breakthroughs.
People Over Placements
We prioritize relationship, not just results.
Our greatest investment isn’t in closing a deal; it’s in building lasting relationships with the organizations and leaders we serve. Recruitment is a long game, and we are committed to walking alongside people throughout their leadership journey.
Leadership is a Calling
Every placement is sacred. We steward purpose, not resumes.
The word Vocare means to call. We believe leadership is a vocation, and that every search is a sacred trust. The leaders we place shape cultures, communities, and lives. We approach our work with reverence and responsibility.
Accessible Excellence
High-impact support, built for the realities of the sector.
Our unique fee structure (5% upfront, 24% over 24 months) allows even small and mid-sized organizations to access world-class search and leadership support. With onboarding, quarterly coaching, scouting reports, and ongoing resourcing, we equip leaders and organizations to thrive for the long haul.
Real-World Leadership
We embrace the mess and fight for better.
There are no perfect leaders or perfect organizations. Challenges, gaps, and unexpected bumps are inevitable. We don’t avoid the hard stuff, we walk into it. We are committed to equity, inclusion, and helping leaders navigate complexity with courage, creativity, and growth.
