Cori Anderson is an innovative and creative executive search professional driven by a deep commitment to community engagement and strategic partnerships. With a focus on working with mission-oriented organizations, Cori brings to Lindauer over 14 years of experience in community-building and arts programming within the University of North Carolina system. Her experience connecting people and fostering understanding through collaborative programming has given her an exceptional ability to recognize and meet the unique needs of a broad range of arts, higher education, advocacy, and healthcare organizations. Cori’s experiences have positioned her to identify top talent, build meaningful connections, and shape organizations to further their missions effectively. Expertise Cori’s leadership style is characterized by responsive, reciprocal dialogue; a dedication to mission-oriented work; and the ability to deftly navigate social and organizational dynamics. Driven by a belief in the power of the arts to bring people together, she excels at connecting people and ideas, incorporating multiple perspectives to ensure consensus, and working behind the scenes to guide organizations to talent who will help achieve their goals. Cori’s expertise spans many dimensions of the nonprofit world, including community engagement and advocacy; higher education; academic medicine; diversity, equity, and inclusion; and arts and culture. Her background includes consulting, community-engaged learning, event programming, grant writing, mentorship, and outreach and marketing. Experience Cori’s professional journey has equipped her with a diverse skill set and a deep understanding of the importance of creative thinking, open communication, and cultural responsiveness in client relationships. Her position as the Associate Director of Cultural Events and Engaged Citizenship at the University of North Carolina, Asheville and her work within the wider Asheville and North Carolina communities involved coordinating faculty and student involvement in arts programming, curricular connections, and community events. Notably, Cori has curated a diverse university performing arts and speaker series, managed sponsorships, facilitated masterclasses, and overseen advertising and promotion across various platforms. A background in art and photography has deeply influenced Cori’s approach to the recruitment process. Seeing art as a bridge to cultivating authentic relationships, she utilizes a range of creative methods to foster dialogue and understanding. Furthermore, her international work in Central America and involvement in Indigenous programming highlight her expertise in cross-cultural communication and social justice advocacy. Cori’s ability to connect with clients and her unique blend of creative, operational, and interpersonal skills make her an invaluable asset to the talent search process. Education Cori Anderson holds a Bachelor of Arts in Art History, Criticism and Conservation from the University of North Carolina, Asheville, and also attended the College of Charleston and Loyola University New Orleans.