“I lead with people and process in equal measure—because building strong systems only works when we also build trust, clarity, and care.” Bio As Chief Operating Officer at Edgility Search, Hadley Kornacki ensures the firm’s systems, operations, and people strategies are streamlined and aligned to support its mission: helping organizations find, hire, and keep the leaders their work deserves. Reporting to the Founder and CEO, Hadley oversees firm-wide operations, resource planning, team development, human resources, strategic planning, and finance infrastructure—creating the foundation that allows Edgility Search’s high-impact search work to thrive. Since joining Edgility in 2021, Hadley has helped codify internal processes, improve data and resource systems, and support the growth and development of a mission-driven team that leads sourcing, leadership, and executive searches. She brings a thoughtful, collaborative approach to operations, with a deep belief in doing good and doing well—and helping others do the same. Before Edgility, Hadley co-founded and led Steward Outdoor School, an experiential middle school rooted in place-based learning. She also served as Director of Outreach at Achievement First, where she designed the network’s first comprehensive outreach strategy to build a stronger, more inclusive educator pipeline across 30 urban schools. Hadley’s work is grounded in Edgility Search’s core values: acting with care, listening to understand, honoring the dignity of all people, and holding herself accountable for helping close opportunity gaps. She is proud to help lead the systems and people that power Edgility’s purpose: supporting good organizations in finding and keeping great leaders who are ready to make a lasting, positive impression. Hadley holds a Master’s in Elementary Teaching from Sierra Nevada University and a BA in Anthropology and Art from Pitzer College. She lives in Connecticut with her husband and daughter and spends her free time outdoors—surfing, skiing, camping, and exploring new places with her family.