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The Law Society of Ontario Appoints New Chief Executive Officer
Boyden is pleased to share the appointment news of Tom Teahen, a recruitment co-led by Kevin Gormely and Michael Naufal
Corey Bainerman
Senior Associate, Leadership Consulting, Canada
Corey Bainerman is an accomplished HR executive, strategic advisor, facilitator, and coach who has made a positive impact on organizations for more than 15 years. On leadership teams and as a consultant, he has planned and led culture transformations, developed leadership capabilities, built engaged and thriving cultures, and enhanced organizational effectiveness in a variety of industries.
Professional Focus
- Over 15 years’ experience in HR consulting and leadership including executive roles
- Primary specialization in strategy, leadership assessment, leadership development, succession planning, executive team development, onboarding, culture transformation, and total rewards
- Broad range of leadership advisory services including performance management, facilitation, HR program design and administration, and career transition consulting
- Experience working with clients in various industries including technology, engineering, financial services, not-for-profit, professional services, automotive, and retail
- Experience reporting to boards of directors
- Speaker and contributing writer on the topics of leadership, culture, and performance management
Business Expertise
- Owner and Principal Consultant at Good Growth HR, a fractional HR leadership firm; roles included Vice President, People Operations at Bridgit and Head of People and Culture at Kahi Inc.
- Vice President, People & Culture at IT services and consulting firm Orangutech; recognized for building the culture named #1 Place to Work by Ottawa Business Journal
- Head (Director) of Human Resources at full-service advertising agency Monkedia
- Human Resources Manager at global strategic advisory, engineering and design firm WSP; promoted from Talent Management Specialist
- Lead/Manager, Human Resources Business Partner at Shopify
- Lead, Organizational Development and Coaching at global advertising and PR firm GALE Partners
- Talent and Leadership Development Consultant at one of the world’s leading talent development and transition companies; promoted from Career Transition and Solutions Consultant
- Human Resources Generalist at Law Assist Canada Inc.
- Organizational Development Consultant at ClearPicture Corporation
- Facilitator, Leadership Development & Emotional Intelligence at Waterloo Organizational Consulting Group
- Trainer/Facilitator for Cultural Diversity Awareness and Conflict Management at University of Waterloo
Additional Expertise
- Technology
- Engineering
- Financial Services
- Not-for-Profit
- Professional Services
- Automotive
- Retail
Education & Certifications
- Master’s degree in organizational psychology from University of Waterloo
- Bachelor’s degree (Hons) in psychology from York University
- HR Executive Accelerator led by Lars Schmidt, Founder & CEO of Amplify Talent
- Graduate Certificate in Adult Learning and Organizational Development, University of Toronto
- Certified Executive Coach, Certified Coaches Federation
Affiliations & Awards
- Senior Organizer and Volunteer Recruitment, Terry Fox Foundation
- Fundraiser, Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation
- Volunteer Career Management Trainer/Facilitator, Jumpstart Immigrant Aid Services
Case Studies
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Strengthening Advancement Capacity and Culture Through a Long-Term Search Partnership
With Boyden’s support, Loyola Marymount University built a high-performing advancement team by filling 15 key fundraising roles over five years, strengthening collaboration, continuity, and campaign readiness.
Strategic Board Renewal for a High-Growth Cybersecurity Leader
Boyden partnered with a publicly traded cybersecurity firm to appoint a transformative director whose reputation and leadership experience amplify the company’s strategic ambitions and market position.
Building Commercial Momentum in a High-Growth Industrial Business
Boyden partnered with a leading specialty manufacturer to identify a growth-focused sales executive to drive expansion across new verticals and global markets.
Thought Leadership
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Articles & Papers
A First External CEO Leads a First Generational Succession
A family enterprise approaching its first generational transition found leadership fragmented across sibling-led divisions. Growth was possible, but cohesion was not guaranteed. By introducing independent executive leadership, the family gained clarity, strengthened governance, and set a foundation for long-term continuity. Here’s how unified leadership replaced complexity.
Blog Post
No Passengers: How Shared Accountability Drives Organizational Momentum
Discover how shared accountability fuels high-performing cultures, with insights from Netflix and strategies to overcome common barriers like blame culture and misaligned incentives.
Blog Post
Leadership at a Crossroads: Why the Boomer Exit is Real Estate’s Strategic Diversity Opportunity
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.
Media
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Board Journey 360 Fireside Series featuring President & CEO of IRICoR, Nadine Beauger
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Board Journey 360 Fireside Series featuring energy executive and corporate director, Judith Athaide
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Board Journey 360 Fireside Series featuring CEO & Board Director Kendra MacDonald
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Board Journey 360 Fireside Series featuring Board Director Barbara Bellissimo
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News & Events
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Press Release
Alliston hospital names new president, CEO with 'progressive experience'
Boyden is pleased to share the appointment news of Deepak Sharma, a recruitment co-led by Andrew Dumont and Collin Ritch
Press Release
New President and CEO Appointed at Windsor Regional Hospital
Boyden is pleased to share the appointment news of Kristin Kennedy, a recruitment co-led by Pamela Colquhoun and Jim Stonehouse
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