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Zack Lehman | President and Co-Founder
Zack Lehman is the trailblazing president of DovetailED. With a track record of turning dreams into reality, Zack is a dynamic and accomplished entrepreneur. With over a decade of experience as a head of school at a premier U.S. independent school and now leading one of the fastest-growing recruiting startups, Zack’s story is one of vision, strategic thinking, and unwavering determination.
An alumnus of Phillips Exeter, Dartmouth College, and Harvard Law School, Zack’s education provided a strong foundation for his success. The combination of intellect, magnetic charisma, and life-long connections naturally positions him as a leader and highly sought-after figure in the recruiting field.
Zack has extensive management and financial expertise, having effectively managed complex organizations with budgets up to $40 million. His dedication to exceptional customer service shines through in every client interaction. Recognizing market gaps and seizing opportunities has been key to his success, both in his previous roles in the non-profit sector and as an entrepreneur. With a wealth of experience in fundraising, Zack possesses a unique skill set that sets him apart. He puts these abilities to good use in his current role, leveraging relationships and driving unprecedented growth at DovetailED. His positivity, loyalty, and gregarious nature have been pivotal in fostering connections and building partnerships.
What truly sets Zack apart is his innovative approach. He isn’t simply a player in the search market; he is a disrupter, challenging norms and pushing boundaries. As with his previous work in schools and non-profits, his visionary leadership and strategic thinking are transforming the recruiting industry and propelling DovetailED to remarkable success as a market leader.
Lynda Hamilton-Kirk | Managing Partner and
Co-Founder
Although she typically works her magic behind the scenes, Lynda stays in front of the competition by monitoring current and emerging market trends to generate a positive revenue stream. With over 20 years of experience in service, branding, marketing, sales, and communications industries, Lynda has extensive knowledge and skills that she applies to every role. As a marketing industry leader, she helps to elevate and transform start-up businesses and school brands from outdated and middling reputations to top-tier businesses and institutions. Lynda is known for setting the “gold standard” in the independent school industry, continually outpacing the market. Her passion for delivering premier experiences and customer service also has earned her a reputation as an engaging and inspiring leader.
Lynda executes day-to-day operations and steers DovetailED’s strategic direction. She leads the Brand-Building practice and provides Fractional Chief Marketing Officer services to our school partners. With her innovative and results-driven approach, she sets the bar high for quality and excellence in all her work and consistently achieves the best possible outcomes for her clients.
Together, Lynda and Zack are renowned disruptors. By leveraging market trends, customer insights, and prioritizing an improved experience for school partners, they launched DovetailED Talent Sourcing. This groundbreaking recruiting firm services the secondary and higher education industry. Their customized approach to identifying top candidates has drawn nationwide attention from clients searching for passionate and multi-talented employees who are a perfect fit for specific roles – all at an affordable price point. As Lynda and Zack navigate uncharted territory and challenge traditional norms, their success story is paving the way toward creative solutions outside of the conventional realm. They constantly iterate and produce new and innovative ways to enhance the business model and customer experience. Their track record of outside- the-box thinking, hard work, and results assures complete satisfaction when it comes to giving their stakeholders what they need.