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Major Nonprofit Rebuilds Marketing Team with MBO’s Independent Talent Network Solution
88%
fill rate across 35 marketing roles
$900k
in annual savings compared to previous staffing supplier
3
days average from time of intake call to candidate presentation
Challenge
Limited Talent Access and Compliance Concerns
A national nonprofit needed to rebuild its marketing team after ending its partnership with a workforce solutions provider over compliance concerns. This decision left the organization without access to the marketing professionals it had long relied on.
The nonprofit required new team members across a range of marketing disciplines—including writers, video editors, and business development managers—who combined strong technical skills with solid nonprofit experience.
The sudden loss of their provider came during the 2024 holiday season, a time when recruiting typically slows. Still, they couldn’t afford to pause their marketing efforts, as any delay could disrupt critical campaigns and affect member engagement.
Their hiring managers were already stretched thin, with no bandwidth to review applications, schedule interviews, or handle onboarding logistics. So, they decided to engage a workforce solutions partner who could deliver top talent while managing all operational details.
GATE
Solution
MBO's Independent Talent Network Solution
The nonprofit partnered with MBO and our Independent Talent Network team to reimagine their entire talent engagement process. With access to our community of more than 130,000 independent professionals, the organization would be able to quickly bring in experienced, proven talent to support its goals.
After initial conversations to understand the nonprofit's needs, we applied our sourcing expertise to identify professionals who met the technical requirements and reflected the organization’s values and working style. Rather than flooding hiring managers with resumes, we shared only the most qualified, pre-vetted candidates—saving time while helping them make confident, informed decisions.
Consistent, structured communication ensured clear alignment across all stakeholders. Our team held regular check-ins with the nonprofit to confirm expectations, address questions early, and build trust through transparency. We also managed all operational details—from drafting contracts and coordinating with internal leaders to overseeing onboarding—allowing the nonprofit’s leadership to stay focused on strategic priorities.
The result was a seamless, compliant experience that fit smoothly into the organization’s existing workflows.
Results
An Entirely Rebuilt Marketing Department
In just three months, MBO helped the nonprofit reimagine their approach to rebuilding their marketing department, shifting from traditional staffing to our Independent Talent Network solution, which provided faster and more reliable access to top independent professionals. Our team filled 35 essential roles, achieved an 88% fill rate, and saved the nonprofit nearly $900,000 compared to its previous staffing partner.
The nonprofit’s managers praised both the speed and quality of the process and valued the flexibility of having multiple strong candidates to choose from for each role. Candidates were typically presented within three days of intake calls, enabling the organization to quickly build its team.
Our partnership continues to grow beyond the initial engagement, as we maintain close relationships with the nonprofit’s managers to support future placements and continuously strengthen their marketing capabilities. By delivering the right talent quickly and managing compliant engagement, MBO demonstrates the value of a workforce solutions partner that helps organizations achieve their goals faster.
"The recruitment process was really smooth and seamless, and the candidates were highly talented and a great fit. I’d definitely work with MBO Partners again for future hiring needs." –the nonprofit’s Director of Digital Account Management & Client Services
Learn more about how MBO's Independent Talent Network solution can help your organization source and engage top independent professionals. Contact our team to start the conversation.
Industry
Financial Services
Number of employees
6,700
Company revenue
$1.7 Billion
Areas served
18 Countries
88%
fill rate across 35 marketing roles
$900k
in annual savings
3
days from intake call to presentation
Michael Cavaluzzi
Vice President, Talent Mobility
Mike Cavaluzzi leads the Independent Talent Network team, helping clients identify and engage elite independent professionals without having to build a direct sourcing infrastructure or pay traditional supplier markups.
