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About Jessica Martinez, CPC

Jessica is a Partner in the Nonprofit Practice at ThinkingAhead. A veteran of the corporation since 2005, she specializes in attracting top-caliber executive leadership and development talent for clients all across the country.

Jessica is a 2007 graduate of the University of Arizona with a B.S. in Marketing from the Eller College of Business. Prior to joining ThinkingAhead, she worked with Southwestern Advantage in their summer sales & leadership training program. During her time with the company, she consistently ranked as one of the top salespeople and top recruiters in the entire country. She garnered an impressive array of recognition including several president’s and chairman’s club awards, and is a five time recipient of the Spencer Hays recruiting award. Due to her success, she was promoted to Area Sales Manager where she was responsible for recruiting, leading, and managing several teams.

Jessica enjoys traveling, and spending time with her family and friends. Additionally, Jessica has performed with several elite dance teams throughout much of her college and professional career.

Expertise:

Executive, VP, and Senior Leadership
Development Leaders
Programs
Marketing & Communications

Primary Missions:

Animal and Wildlife Protection
Diversity Organizations
Education
Environment and Conservation
Health & Human Services
Social Services
Youth Organizations

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About Rachael Holloway

Rachael Holloway is an Executive Recruiter at ThinkingAhead Executive Search, specializing in art and music nonprofit organizations nationwide. She is passionate about building strong teams, fostering talent, and creating meaningful connections.

With nine years of experience as a conductor and music educator, Rachael has seen firsthand how the right leadership can transform an organization—how one person can ignite passion, strengthen communities, and create lasting impact. She now applies that same understanding to help mission-driven organizations find the leaders, visionaries, and changemakers they need to fulfill their purpose.

Rachael holds a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education from the University of Tennessee at Martin and a Master’s degree in Music Education with an emphasis in Choral Conducting from Florida State University. She lives in Sebastian, Florida, with her husband, Alex, and their two dogs. In her free time, she remains a dedicated performer and private vocal instructor.