As CEOs navigate the growing complexity of the AI era, demand for chiefs of staff is surging as organizations seek trusted strategic advisors who can help leaders prioritize, execute, and solve critical business challenges.
Ana Perko brings nearly a decade of recruitment experience across public and private sectors, with deep expertise in Western Canada’s tech market. Known for disciplined search execution, sharp market insight, and strong talent assessment, she builds long‑term client and candidate relationships that drive trusted partnerships and consistent results.
Professional Focus
- Nearly 10 years of experience in full cycle recruitment across public and private sector mandates
- Strong capability in market mapping, talent identification, candidate assessment, and structured interview evaluation
- Expertise across the full search lifecycle, including search strategy development, sourcing, assessment, referencing, offer negotiation, placement, and onboarding
- Ability to deliver complex mandates across diverse functions and levels, with particular depth in technology search across Western Canada
- Functional exposure spanning project management, general management, sales, and marketing
Business Expertise
- Recruitment Lead at a technology focused recruitment firm
- Progressive advancement through increasingly senior recruitment roles, reflecting consistent performance and expanded scope of responsibility
Additional Expertise
- Technology
- Public Sector
- Retail
- Financial Services
Areas of Expertise
Education & Certifications
- Diploma in marketing management from British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)
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