Testimonials
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"We couldn't be more thrilled with the outcome of our search with the Ramsay Group. Diana and Anne demonstrated a genuine understanding of the unique opportunities within our organization. They quickly grasped our organization's mission, values, and culture, which was critical in finding a leader who would be the right fit. They proved to be an invaluable asset throughout the entire process. I wholeheartedly recommend them to any nonprofit seeking top-tier talent."
— Jo-Elle Mogerman, President & CEO
Philadelphia Zoo
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“I have never experienced such a high-quality, laser-targeted approach as that which the Ramsay Group brought to our search effort. Your professionalism, integrity, and clarity of focus are unparalleled. My leadership team and I look forward to working with you on future executive searches.”
— John Racanelli, President and CEO
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"Diana and Anne took the time to understand our unique needs, develop a tailored set of recommendations, and provided us with immensely qualified candidates. They do this with integrity, care and support to help us reach the best outcome for our organization. I highly recommend The Ramsay Group and understand why they have a strong reputation for leadership development and for a rigorous and personalized approach to executive searches."
— Lisa Policare, Past President
Lenape Valley Foundation
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"I can truly say that my first year as an executive director would not have been as manageable without Diana. If you are searching for an executive coach who wants you to succeed and is willing to dig deep to uncover your true potential, then go with Diana and the Ramsay Group.”
— Oshana Watkins, Executive Director
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“Diana Ramsay is an excellent resource for executive search activities. I believe her USP (Unique Service Proposition) to human service agencies is her extensive hands-on knowledge and experience, based on a 20-year career as a behavioral health and human services executive."
— Terry Blackwell, CEO
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“The Ramsay Group is a pleasure to work with and has a deep understanding of the social services landscape. Not only did they quickly identify high quality candidates that met or exceeded the position’s requirements, but they also served as trusted advisors throughout the process.”
— Ted Dallas, President, and CEO
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"Anne and Diana were nothing short of amazing!!!! I was so impressed and grateful to have the chance to work with them. Complete class and professionalism all the way. It was so obvious that they made us a priority and represented us in a remarkable way."
— Melissa Martinez, Director of Children’s Services
Excentia Human Services
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"I felt so cared for and heard by Anne, who matched us with only truly viable and impressive candidates, that it made the potentially intimidating process of hiring a new executive team member both fun and exciting. I felt that we were seamlessly in step with one another through the entire process and the capacity, expertise and connections she and the Ramsay Group lent through our search was invaluable."
— Laure Biron , CEO
Broad Street Love
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"Diana brought not only deep expertise in executive search but also a rare combination of responsiveness, humility, and insight that elevated every step of the process. From the outset, Diana listened carefully to our needs, guided us with a steady and experienced hand, and ensured our decisions were informed by data and shaped by the voices of our diverse stakeholders. Her leadership was matched by her willingness to mentor the committee, her ability to navigate complexity with ease, and her commitment to excellence in every detail—from survey design and focus groups to candidate preparation and final decision-making. The success of our search is a direct reflection of the thoughtful, strategic, and inclusive approach that Diana and her team brought to the table. I cannot imagine a better partner in such an important endeavor.”
— Alyson Stover, JD, MOT, OTR/L, BCP
President (2022 - 2025), American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
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For the past 7 months, I have had the distinct pleasure of working in a new position as Chief People Officer at the Philadelphia Zoo. It has been a life-changing experience that would not have been possible if Anne Walton, Managing Partner for The Ramsay Group, had not reached out to me. Typically, if a recruiter reaches out, I would politely say that I am not interested in making a change but something was different about Anne. Even her message she sent to me on LinkedIn was thoughtful and felt like I was communicating with someone I had known for many years. Talking to Anne was like having a conversation with a dear old friend. Through our conversation, Anne was instrumental in demonstrating how I “fit” with the Zoo and I must admit that I was very excited about the role. Anne had intimate details about the Zoo, the people and the culture. She understood the strengths and needs of the Zoo and could relay more information in a short period of time than I had ever experienced from a recruiter.
— Alexis Brown, PhD, Chief People Officer
Philadelphia Zoo
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“I was a little hesitant to use a firm based on the other side of our State for our needed role in a small Western, PA town. My hesitancy quickly dissipated when you began to present our board with highly qualified local and regional candidates. Our foundation never would have connected with the talented pool of candidates for president you presented if we would have conducted the search ourselves. As a board, we’ve had multiple conversations centered around how impressed we were with your work.”
— John W. Jacob, Chairperson
Children’s Aid Society Foundation
