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Talent Beyond Borders

We Connect Organizations to Critical Talent

We deliver critical hires for mission-driven organizations — and we build the talent strategies and recruiting systems that keep your team growing.

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Making an Impact

Experts in the social impact and healthcare sector

We’ve always been mission driven. We know how essential personnel are to social impact organizations because we’ve worked in them ourselves.

That familiarity with the unique needs of these organizations lets us bring clients ambitious, niche talent aligned with their goals and mission.

  • Executive search
  • Retained & managed recruiting
  • Sourcing & pipelines
  • Recruiting consulting

By the numbers

Years of recruiting experience
25+
Professionals hired, and growing
110+
Countries hired in across Asia, Africa and Europe, and expanding
16
Leadership searches, from director level to the top
C-suite

The Talenton Difference

Explore our services

From periods of transition through periods of growth, Talenton Group supports your mission by leveraging our relationships with outstanding talent.

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Build Your Future

Recruiting

Grow your social impact organization with customized recruitment services.

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Personalized attention, meaningful results

Consulting

Create a more thoughtful recruitment process with customized solutions designed for your unique needs.

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Adaptable & Mission-Driven

Our Philosophy

Talenton Group can be your resource to connect world-class talent to ambitious goals.

01

We offer a customized approach

We make sure your recruitment maximizes your budget and puts more money toward your mission. From our consultative approach to our fees, every step is customized to your needs.

02

It’s about more than just talent acquisition

Before you begin a search, we make sure your recruitment process and strategy align with your goals. From there, it’s easier to attract talent that will drive your mission forward.

About our team

Meet the team

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Matt MacLean

Founder & Principal

Matt has 25+ years in talent acquisition and launched Talenton Group in 2020. He specializes in recruiting senior leaders in global and local health innovation, including global health, AI, research, translational science and product development, for NGOs, foundations and research institutions.

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    Jamie Taylor

    Executive Recruiter

    15+ years of full-cycle recruiting for mission-driven and life science organizations, specializing in senior-level domestic and international roles.

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    Jamie Taylor

    Executive Recruiter

    Jamie has over 15 years of experience in recruitment and talent acquisition, with a focus on mission-driven and nonprofit organizations and the life science impact sectors. She has worked across global health, biotechnology and philanthropy, specializing in full-cycle recruiting for senior-level domestic and international roles.

    Jamie is passionate about turning the vision for a position into reality and partnering with hiring managers to find the ideal candidate for their team. Beyond full-cycle recruiting, she brings several years of leadership experience in recruiting operations, process efficiency, diversity and inclusion, and the candidate experience. She joined Talenton Group in January 2024.

    Jamie on LinkedIn
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  • Portrait of Anubhuti Saxena

    Anubhuti Saxena

    Executive Recruiter

    20+ years in executive recruitment and research across global health, biotechnology, philanthropy and technology, with deep experience in talent mapping and global sourcing.

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    Anubhuti Saxena

    Executive Recruiter

    Anu has over 20 years of experience in executive recruitment, research and knowledge management, with a strong focus on mission-driven, nonprofit and global impact organizations, as well as the life sciences and healthcare. She has worked across global health, biotechnology, philanthropy and technology, specializing in senior-level and executive roles in domestic and international markets.

    Anu is passionate about building strong talent pipelines and partnering closely with teams to identify and secure exceptional candidates. She brings deep experience in talent mapping, research strategy and global sourcing. She joined Talenton Group in January 2021.

    Anubhuti on LinkedIn
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    Beth MacLean

    Business Operations Manager

    Leads recruiting business operations, bringing a Registered Nurse’s background, healthcare operations leadership and service as a U.S. Army officer.

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    Beth MacLean

    Business Operations Manager

    Beth leads recruiting business operations at Talenton Group, making sure executive search engagements are delivered with operational rigor, efficiency and consistency.

    She brings extensive leadership experience across healthcare operations and the U.S. Army, where she served as a commissioned officer, shaping her disciplined, execution-focused approach. Her background as a Registered Nurse and operations leader helps Talenton deliver well-governed, reliable search processes for clients.

    Beth on LinkedIn
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Testimonials

From our clients

“Matt [CEO of Talenton Group] has been an invaluable talent acquisition partner with me over many years at multiple organizations. His genuine passion for a mission fuels excellence in discovering and connecting top talent with organizations and roles where they will have a tremendous impact. Matt’s strategic approach to looking around corners, discipline in the fundamentals, and stellar relationship management results in graceful navigation of the many complexities and curveballs that inevitably pop up with stakeholders, and throughout recruitment cycles. At the end of the day, Matt has, time and time again, driven excellent and sustainable results, and is a trusted colleague who makes key contributions to each organization’s mission and success!”

Andrea LeeChief People Officer, Ballmer Group

“Matt is an outstanding leader and talent acquisition expert. He grew PATH’s recruiting programs to the next level improving quality, speed, and efficiency. Matt’s passion for and knowledge of the development sector are a true asset. His relentless pursuit of…

Molli BarnesChief People Officer, PATH

“I have known Matt for many years in the recruiting industry, first as colleagues together at the Gates Foundation and more recently as Matt’s client. Matt is an exceptional talent sourcer and is well-connected and in tune with the development sector. He has…

Natalie ChristensonGlobal HR Operations, Gates Foundation
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Searches

Leadership roles we’re filling now

A few of the searches currently open with our clients.

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  • Active searchStrategy

    Chief Executive Officer

    C-brAIn

    Lead a consortium using AI to accelerate breakthroughs in neuroscience, brain aging and neurodegenerative disease.

    US · Non-Profit

  • Active searchMarketing

    Chief Growth & Marketing Officer

    All God’s Children International (AGCI)

    Lead growth, audience development, brand and marketing for a global child-advocacy organization reaching 123,000+ children a year.

    US · Non-Profit

Recent leadership searches

7 past searches for 6 organizations. Browse past searches

  • Senior Advisor, AI Strategy & Ecosystem Partnerships

    Gates Foundation · 2025

  • Chief Product Officer – Alzheimer’s Disease Data Initiative

    Gates Ventures · 2025

  • Vice President of Advancement

    All God’s Children International (AGCI) · 2025

  • Director Project Management

    SPARK NS · 2025

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