Forbes named Boyden Canada the No. 5 executive recruiting firm in its 2026 rankings. Regional Managing Partner Brent Cameron highlighted the importance of human judgment, trust, and relationships in executive search, despite the growing use of AI.
Haley Qiao supports national and international search assignments in a range of industries across Canada’s private, public, and non-profit sectors. As a generalist, she is adept at navigating complex organizational structures and leadership requirements. Her analytical skills and research expertise enhance her strategic, client-focused approach to aligning talent with leadership needs.
Professional Focus
- Executive search generalist supporting C-suite and senior-level mandates in the private, public, and non-profit sectors
- Broad industry experience including financial services, investment/asset management, industrial, real estate, and retail
- Proficient in all phases of the executive search process: market mapping, candidate sourcing and engagement, research strategy, and screening
- Experience working with a variety of organizations, including private equity-backed firms, large corporates, post-secondary institutions, and crown corporations
- Bilingual English and Mandarin Chinese
Business Expertise
- Research Analyst at the Illness Challenge Foundation, Beijing, China
- Research Associate at Qingdao University
Additional Expertise
- Financial Services
- Investment/Asset Management
- Industrial
- Real Estate
- Retail
- Public Sector
- Not-for-Profit
Education & Certifications
- Master’s degree in economics from University of Manchester, UK
- Bachelor’s degree in economics and statistics from Simon Fraser University, BC
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