Press Release
Chatham University Names New Vice President of Advancement
Boyden is pleased to share the appointment news of Michael E. Braxton, a recruitment co-led by Wendy Wilsker and Holly Wolk
Marcela Ordine Sia
Managing Associate, United States
Marcela Ordine has devoted herself to strengthening organizations through executive search and leadership development for more than two decades. As an executive search consultant, executive coach, and HR leader, she has demonstrated exceptional ability to understand the competencies required to build high-performing teams and support their development in alignment with business objectives.
Professional Focus
- Over 20 years’ experience in executive search, executive coaching, and HR management in international and multicultural environments
- Extensive expertise in coaching, talent and organizational development, executive search, high-performance team building, talent assessment, and change management
- Native Portuguese, fluent in English and Spanish
Business Expertise
- Executive Search Consultant & Head of Executive and Career Coaching at a Florida-based human capital consulting firm
- Head of Talent Management and Organizational Development, Oncology Latin America at Novartis; prior roles included Head of Human Resources, Oncology Brazil; and HR Business Partner, Oncology; based in São Paulo, Brazil
- Human Resources Manager - Latin America at Unilever
Sector Expertise
- Human Resources
- Healthcare & Life Sciences
- Pharmaceuticals
- Consumer Products
Education & Certifications
- Bachelor’s degree in education from Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Brazil
- Executive Coaching Program, Columbia University, NY
- Advanced Management Program, Florida International University
- Specialization in management and organizational climate from Fundação Getulio Vargas, Brazil
Case Studies
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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.
From Transition to Transformation: CFO Leadership in Premium Wine Operations
How Boyden navigated a high-stakes CFO search for a global wine producer’s U.S. subsidiary.
Thought Leadership
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Articles & Papers
Navigating Uncertainty: Private Equity's Next Phase of Value Creation
In this edition of Navigating Uncertainty, explore how private equity's continued evolution is redefining operational leadership, talent, and value creation, while AI accelerates the next phase of transformation.
Newsletter
The CFO Leadership Lens
Expert insights directly from Boyden’s Financial Officers Practice
Q2 2026 Edition
Blog
The High-Stakes Season of Hiring
A clear-eyed look at today’s nonprofit hiring landscape, where heightened risk, talent shortages, and cautious candidates are reshaping how organizations approach retention, recruitment, and long-term workforce strategy.
Blog
Destigmatizing Coaching: A Call to Leaders
Explore how leaders can destigmatize executive coaching by reframing it as a strategic investment in growth, performance, and organizational culture rather than a signal of poor performance.
Media
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Why Grit Is Killing Your High Performers And What Elite Teams Do Instead | Dr. Amy Athey
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Executive Search Insights: How CPG & Retail Companies Find the Right Leaders
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Boyden CEO Chad Hesters Joins Dr. Amy Athey on the Still Evolving Podcast
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Boyden CEO Chad Hesters Joins Candice Bourne on 'The Journey of a Search CEO' Podcast
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News & Events
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Event
How Boards Select New Directors - A BlueSteps Webinar featuring Boyden's Karen Kosiba Edwards
In the Media
The $400,000 Chief of Staff Is the CEO’s Secret Weapon in the AI Age
As CEOs navigate the growing complexity of the AI era, demand for chiefs of staff is surging as organizations seek trusted strategic advisors who can help leaders prioritize, execute, and solve critical business challenges.
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