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Boyden joins as Sponsor of the Foundation of Greater Montréal (FGM)'s Annual Meeting 2026
Dr. Chris Janzen
Senior Advisor, Canada
Dr. Chris Janzen led a distinguished career in higher education spanning three decades, during which he excelled as a senior administrator and professor in applied sciences, later transitioning to educational consulting. He now leverages his leadership experience, management skills, and industry insights to support executive recruitment and talent development in education and other sectors.
Professional Focus
- 30 years’ experience in higher education as a professor, senior administrator, and educational consultant
- Track record in talent acquisition, leadership development, strategic planning, program development, organizational transformation, human resources, and career coaching
- Education sector-specific expertise in operations, community partnerships, corporate training, business development, innovation, and entrepreneurship
- Experience serving on and leading college-wide, provincial, and national committees
- Department leader, educator and researcher in chemistry, technology, applied sciences, environmental science and extreme environments, healthcare and life sciences
Business Expertise
- Higher Education Consultant at Janzen Higher Ed Consulting
- Senior Vice President, Academic at Algonquin College, Ontario; prior roles included Dean, Faculty of Technology and Trades, overseeing the School of Advanced Technology and Algonquin Centre for Construction Excellence; and Chair, Applied Science and Environmental Technology
- Department Chair and Professor, Department of Chemistry at Susquehanna University, Pennsylvania
- Borough Council President and Council Member, Borough of New Berlin
- Post-doctoral fellow at the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH), Maryland
Additional Expertise
- Education
- Technology
Education & Certifications
- Ph.D. in chemistry from Texas A&M University
- Bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Hamline University, St. Paul, Minnesota
Case Studies
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Power in Growth: Boyden's Strategic COO Recruitment for a Leading Agro-Industry Giant
In the competitive realm of global agribusiness, our client required a transformative COO to enhance operational efficiency and spearhead growth. Here, we share how Boyden identified and secured the ideal candidate, driving innovation and sustainability in a rapidly evolving industry.
Driving Liquidity Strategy Leadership for a Transforming Private Credit Platform
Boyden partners with a leading private credit asset manager to appoint a Director of Fund Liquidity to support complex global fund structures and evolving investor demands.
Building Institutional Investment Operations Leadership for a Mission-Driven Family Office
Boyden partnered with a leading family office and its affiliated foundation to appoint a Head of Institutional Investment Operations capable of designing and implementing a scalable operational platform to support a growing investment portfolio and long-term philanthropic objectives.
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
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.
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
Video
Boyden CEO Chad Hesters Joins Dr. Amy Athey on the Still Evolving Podcast
Podcast
Boyden CEO Chad Hesters Joins Candice Bourne on 'The Journey of a Search CEO' Podcast
Podcast
Startup to Stewardship: How a family business was Built to Matter with Josephine Sukkar
Podcast
News & Events
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Event
Boyden's Eric Lathrop Joins as Speaker at OAX Panel:Building Trust Through Personal and Association Branding
Press Release
Thinkific Appoints New Chief Financial Officer
Boyden is pleased to share the appointment news of Leigh Ramsden, a recruitment co-led by Brent Cameron, Kathryn Young, and Ana Perko
Contact Dr. Chris Janzen today and let's get started