Brent is one of the Managing Directors in the Calgary office, and joined Boyden in 2003 having previously been with two other leading search firms.
He started his search career in 1995 after a 10 year career with Shell Canada in senior communications and public relations roles in both Calgary and Toronto. Prior to joining Shell, Brent worked in Edmonton where he served in senior roles with the Alberta Government, including 5 years as the Executive Assistant to then Premier Peter Lougheed. Brent's search experience has included senior executive roles including President and CEO in the not for profit, education, health care, energy, utilities and services sectors. He has extensive experience working with and advising search committees and Boards of Directors.
Brent is very active in the community and recently served as Chair of the Board of the United Way of Calgary and Area. He served on the Board of Directors of Theatre Junction for 5 years including 2 years as Chair, and also served on the Board of Governors and Foundation Board for Mount Royal College.
Brent has a Bachelor of Commerce and an MBA, both from the University of Alberta. Brent is married to Gail, and has two grown children, Megan and Paul. He is an avid golfer, fly fisherman, and enjoys skiing in the winter.
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