Danielle Fish

Danielle Fish is an accomplished search professional with over 10 years’ experience in executive search. She brings a breadth of experience and a comprehensive approach to identifying, developing and securing outstanding leaders for senior academic, administrative and executive-level roles in the public sector, including higher education, healthcare, not-for-profit and other organizations.

Professional Focus

Over 10 years’ experience in executive recruitment, with specialization in the social impact sector
Executive-level assignments in the public sector: post-secondary education, healthcare, school boards, not-for-profit, government and crown corporations
Engaged in all phases of search process: strategy development and execution, industry and market research, senior-level sourcing, candidate identification, development and assessment
Involved in the placement of over 150 individuals in senior-level roles across Canada

Business Expertise

Career executive search professional with prior roles as a Research Associate and Director of Research with another leading executive search firm
Previous experience in education, telecommunications and finance

Additional Expertise

Higher Education
Healthcare
Not-for-Profit
Government

Education & Certifications

Bachelor of Education from University of British Columbia
Bachelor of Arts from Bishop’s University, Quebec

Vancouver

Suite 1400
900 West Hastings Street
Vancouver BC
Canada

Case Studies

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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.

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.

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.

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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