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Ana Flores Acuña has nearly 20 years of experience in executive search. She specializes in the industrial sector, with a focus on aerospace and automotive, leading searches for C-level and highly specialized roles. Her ability to partner with high-growth companies to build leadership teams and guide multinationals through transformative talent transitions has positioned her as an expert advisor.
Professional Focus
- Nearly 20 years’ experience in executive search, including leadership roles
- Strong track record of searches for C-level, senior executive and specialist roles at the local and international level
- Specialized expertise in the industrial sector, including aerospace, automotive, oil & gas, global logistics, mining, construction, metalworking, and industrial manufacturing
- Proven success in building and transforming senior management teams for high-growth companies and global corporations
- Proven expertise in leadership development, executive coaching, talent strategy, team building, partnerships, business development, and entrepreneurship
- Native Spanish, fluent in English
Business Expertise
- Partner and Industrial Practice Lead, Mexico at a leading global executive search and leadership consulting firm
- Founder and Managing Partner of a boutique executive search and HR consulting firm
- Executive Search & Talent Consultant at boutique executive search firm
- Associate Director at a prominent global executive search firm
- Executive Search Consultant at an international executive search and recruitment firm; promoted from Manager & Specialist Recruitment Consultant role
- Central America Key Account Manager at ACCO Mexicana
- Trainee, Compensation and Strategic Planning Department at Desc Corporativo
Additional Expertise
- Industrial
- Automotive
- Aerospace
- Oil & Gas
- Global Logistics
- Mining
- Construction
- Industrial Manufacturing
- Metalworking
Areas of Expertise
Education & Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in international business and commerce management from Anahuac University
Case Studies
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Power in Growth: Boyden's Strategic COO Recruitment for a Leading Agro-Industry Giant
In the competitive realm of global agribusiness, our client required a transformative COO to enhance operational efficiency and spearhead growth. Here, we share how Boyden identified and secured the ideal candidate, driving innovation and sustainability in a rapidly evolving industry.
A Time-Critical CFO Hire for a Scaling, PE-Backed Manufacturer
Boyden partnered with a private equity-backed leader in automated test systems to execute a Partner-led search with disciplined assessment and rapid momentum, identifying a finalist within two weeks and closing the mandate within 60 days.
From Innovation to Execution: Leadership in Power Semiconductor Development
How Boyden placed a strategic SVP to drive e-mobility growth
Thought Leadership
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Boyden Report Series
What’s Next for Industry? AI, Transformation, and the Talent Imperative
Industrial Trends Report: Analysing markets, studies, and trends on how AI, machine learning, and digitalisation are reshaping the industrial sector, with expert insights on talent and leadership from Boyden’s Global Industrial Practice Members.
Articles & Papers
The CFO to CEO Pathway: What Boards Look for in Leader
From financial steward to enterprise leader—seen at Signal Energy and measured by what boards value most.
Blog
No exit: why PE-backed energy needs a new leadership playbook
As PE holding periods in energy stretch and exits narrow, this article explores why leadership strategy must adapt to fatigue, risk and changing investment realities.
Articles & Papers
A Regional CEO Search to Realise U.S. Market Potential for a European Family-Owned Business
A European family-owned business approaching generational transition recognized that its U.S. operation required more than continuity—it required growth. The challenge was to redefine leadership for a critical market while navigating family dynamics and cross-border complexity. Here’s how the right appointment helped unlock the company’s U.S. potential.
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Boyden CEO Chad Hesters Joins Dr. Amy Athey on the Still Evolving Podcast
Podcast
Boyden CEO Chad Hesters Joins Candice Bourne on 'The Journey of a Search CEO' Podcast
Podcast
Startup to Stewardship: How a family business was Built to Matter with Josephine Sukkar
Podcast
Athlos Business Summit
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