Kate Ralston plays an active role in all aspects of the executive search process, contributing specialized expertise in the not-for-profit and social impact sectors. She has outstanding project management skills and builds strong relationships to help ensure positive experiences. Kate is also dedicated to promoting inclusive search processes and creating more diverse leadership teams.
Professional Focus
More than 6 years’ experience in executive search with expertise in project management
Proficient in all aspects of the search process: strategy development, research, candidate sourcing and assessment, interview management, background checks and references
Track record in a range of industries with specialization in not-for-profit and social impact
Member of Boyden Canada’s National DEI Leadership Committee
Business Expertise
Promoted from Project Coordinator role at Boyden; involved in searches for executives and other senior managers in a range of industries in the public and private sectors
Project Manager at a prominent international executive search firm based in Canada
Special Projects Manager for a Canadian PPE manufacturer; managed website redesign, creation of ecommerce platform, market research and other projects
Senior Administrative Assistant at the Health Services Executive (HSE), administrative arm of Ireland’s public health services, based in Dublin
Earlier roles in sales and administration
Sector Expertise
Not-for-Profit
Social Impact
Higher Education
Arts & Culture
Communications
Education & Certifications
Bachelor’s degree from University of Ottawa
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