GDSI Leadership is a talent advisory firm specializing in executive search, board development, organizational and role design, and interim leadership to meet the needs of a rapidly evolving social sector. We partner with nonprofits, advocacy organizations, philanthropies, and coalitions navigating leadership transitions, inception moments, organizational redesign, growth, consolidation, and shifting sector demands — helping them build leadership that is not only effective, but aligned with mission, values, and context. Our approach is grounded in the belief that leadership success is not defined by a single role, but by the alignment between governance, organizational design, executive leadership, and teams.  

Launched in 2026, GDSI was founded by Katherine Jacobs, Ph.D. as a portfolio spin, expansion of services, and development of a community of practice from her 20 years as Partner & CEO of the executive search firm NPAG.  For more information, contact info@gdsileadership.com 

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