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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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Strategic turnaround: How an interim CEO led a food industry company out of crisis
An interim CEO took over the management of a food industry company on the brink of insolvency and initiated a comprehensive restructuring process with the aim of securing liquidity, realigning the organization, and restoring competitiveness.
Building a High-Performance HR Function for a Multi-Site Laboratory Organization
Through collaboration with Boyden, the Chief People Officer of a PE-backed company secured two pivotal leaders, a Vice President of Human Resources and a Head of Talent Acquisition, to elevate human capital strategy, drive transformation, streamline recruitment, and strengthen enterprise alignment.
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.
Thought Leadership
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Articles & Papers
In Search of the Elusive Bilingual Executives: Beyond a hope, a prayer, and a dream
Featuring Marie-Hélène Gaudreault, Leader in Boyden’s Social Impact Practice
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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.
Articles & Papers
Part 3: In Search of the Elusive Bilingual Executives: Beyond a hope, a prayer, and a dream
Featuring Marie-Hélène Gaudreault, Leader in Boyden’s Social Impact Practice
Blog
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.
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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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