Executive Search
“Urban Impact has served youth on Pittsburgh's North Side for 25 years. They are not the type of organization that comes into the neighborhood on the weekend to minister to that community. Their missionaries live on the North Side and are committed to doing life with the youth and families and walking with them in their everyday life.”
- Executive Consultant, Chantel McHenry
Pastor Ed Glover founded Urban Impact Foundation in 1995 to help address the profound and unique challenges facing today’s urban communities, which he witnessed first-hand every day for over nine years as a Pittsburgh North Side resident and pastor at Allegheny Center Alliance Church. During this time, Pastor Glover recognized that the trials of children and families in urban communities could only be effectively addressed through holistic development of the mind, body, and spirit through Christ– one person, one family, one block at a time. Thus, Urban Impact was born!
Urban Impact Foundation Mission: To fulfill Christ’s Great Commission on the North Side of Pittsburgh by following His holistic ministry model by investing in the lives of at-risk children, youth, and their families to develop responsible followers of Christ.
Opportunity
Urban Impact recognized their need for a new Director of Finance who could proficiently navigate both the ministry and business aspects of their operations. To aid in their search for this specialized candidate, they sought out the assistance of Vanderbloemen. Given that ministry is a pivotal component in Urban Impact's mission and goals, the chosen candidate needed to possess a background and understanding in both the ministry and business fields.
As the overseer of financial operations within the Urban Impact Foundation, the Director of Finance will manage and train financial and program staff. They will work strategically with the Business Management Team to ensure the well-being of the community and organization. The ideal candidate is a true leader with a passion for their role.
Solution
Our Vanderbloemen team members carefully considered the needs of Urban Impact throughout this search. Our consultant, Chantel spent time with Pastor Ed Glover and the staff to understand the organization's culture and DNA. Understanding an organization's culture is crucial when finding the right candidate. After searching, interviewing, and meeting with Urban Impact, the team found the perfect fit for Urban Impact.
We are thrilled to announce that Robert Clark Logan has been appointed as the new Director of Finance. He and his wife, Helen, will be relocating to Pittsburgh, PA for the role. Robert was raised in a Christian household in Mississippi and felt called to ministry at the age of 16, but put it on hold until he was 29. He holds a master's degree in business and theology and has a strong passion and calling for ministry, making him the ideal candidate for this God-sent position.
Benefit
While there is no simple, one-size fits all solution to the puzzle of planning for a seamless pastoral succession, there are questions that will help you determine if you are ready for succession. We created the Succession Readiness Tool for just that. Very simple, straightforward questions that will help you see where you are in your succession plan.
If you’re ready to start the conversation around hiring, contact our team. We’ll guide you through the hiring process at every level, from job descriptions to signing the offer letter.
