Family business succession requires more than informal agreements. Boyden Canada Managing Partner Jim Harmon explains why formal succession planning, governance, and objective leadership assessments are critical to protecting business value, family wealth, and long-term stability.
Dana Rutty has been a key contributor in a variety of administrative and marketing support roles since joining Boyden in 2006. Having a strong command of corporate governance, she is involved in a range of policy and legal matters, and works closely with the CEO and Board of Directors. Dana has been promoted twice for her professionalism and adroit management skills.
Professional Focus
- Works closely with Chief Executive Officer and Board of Directors, with responsibility for governance, legal and shareholding activities across the firm
- Manages a variety of initiatives related to Boyden’s global policies and guidelines, as well as governance procedures associated with the Board of Directors, Annual Shareholders Meetings and World Conferences
- Partners with legal counsel on a variety of contractual, trademark and related matters
- Serves as liaison to Boyden’s Board of Director Business Operating Committee
Business Expertise
- Joined Boyden in 2006 as Administrative Assistant; promoted to Assistant Corporate Secretary in 2012 and Corporate Secretary in 2015
- Administrative responsibilities for an e-marketing company serving the luxury retail sector
- Sales and marketing administrative support for a global commercial food service manufacturer
Additional Expertise
- Corporate & Organizational Governance
- Sales & Marketing
Education & Certifications
- Lincoln University
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