With over 20 years of experience in executive search, Nancy has a proven track record of placing top talent—C-suite, VP, director, and senior executives—across a wide range of industries. While she has recently specialized in healthcare, not-for-profit, and the broader public sector, her expertise extends across diverse markets.

Nancy brings deep insight into leadership recruitment, partnering with organizations to identify and attract executives who drive success. Her strategic approach, combined with a commitment to excellence, enables her to build lasting relationships with both clients and candidates, ensuring strong alignment and long-term impact.

Her experience spans boutique and global executive search firms, as well as independent consulting. She excels in candidate development, direct sourcing, social networking, and qualitative assessment—delivering tailored leadership solutions that meet each client’s unique needs.

Passionate about talent strategy and organizational growth, Nancy collaborates closely with clients to enhance leadership teams and optimize performance. She is equally dedicated to supporting candidates in navigating career transitions, leveraging her mentorship and coaching expertise to help them present their best selves. She also takes pride in coaching and inspiring early-career professionals, helping them build strong foundations for success in executive search and beyond.

To contact Nancy Lismer, please email nancy@waterhousesearch.net or go to the Our Offices section for full details.