Presidio Executive Search

We forge in-depth relationships with clients to deliver the added value that comes with strong, long-term associations. This commitment to excellence has been exemplified by a track-record of multiple searches for most clients, reflective of the deep understanding of an institution's vision, culture and mission that we develop.

Presidio Executive Search is a boutique full-service firm that exclusively serves clients in the education/not-for-profit sector - this is our core business. This is not an opportunistic field of endeavor; we are philosophically committed to the ideals and missions of educational institutions. The firm exists to help colleges, universities, and not-for-profit organizations build thriving, high performance management teams that make impact. Believing that the value of a search consultant derives from deepening understanding of a client institution, we focus on conducting multiple searches for a select group of clients rather than one-off searches for a long list of clients.

Lisa Prigohzy-Milius founded Presidio Executive Search in 2003 to better serve the unique needs of institutions of higher learning and not-for-profit organizations by providing a personal, focused approach to search. Previously, Ms. Prigohzy-Milius was a Principal in the Education/Not-for Profit Practice at the global search firm, Heidrick & Struggles.

PES has served numerous clients in both public and private higher education, and has significant experience conducting senior searches for values-centered and mission-driven institutions.