Ella Laure Hipolito

Ella Laure Hipolito is an expert and sought-after speaker on equity, diversity & inclusion (EDI). She works with private and public sector clients to identify and assess diverse talent, engaging with exceptional candidates and fostering trust-based relationships. She specializes in higher education, social impact, public and not-for-profit.

Professional Focus

Experienced in inclusive executive search with a strong track record of EDI-focused searches and thorough understanding of equitable search
Applies empathy and brings innovation to traditional recruitment systems to encourage more inclusive search processes
Specialized expertise in higher education, social impact, public sector, not-for-profit, and Indigenous focused searches
Experience solving complex search problems, designing creative strategies, and delivering significant impact as an executive recruiter
Represents Vancouver and Calgary on the National DEI Committee and leads innovation around search strategies

Business Expertise

Extensive experience in higher education markets with senior academic and administrative roles
Involved in successful placements of Presidents and CEOs in education, healthcare, not-for-profit, transportation, arts and culture
Background recruiting for a range of private sector clients in finance, manufacturing, business development, marketing, and human resources
Recruitment and advisory roles with one of Canada’s top universities

Additional Expertise

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Indigenous Search
Higher Education
Not-for-Profit
Government
Social Impact
Healthcare

Areas of Expertise

Education & Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in English and Psychology from University of British Columbia
Professional Certificate in Race, Gender and Workplace Equity from Catalyst
Diversity and Inclusion Certificate from Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI)

Vancouver

Suite 1400
900 West Hastings Street
Vancouver BC
Canada

Case Studies

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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.

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 Turnaround: A CFO’s Role in Rebuilding Culture and Financial Leadership

Boyden supports a major charter school network with the recruitment of the right CFO to bridge strategy, execution, and collaboration.

Thought Leadership

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Thought Leadership

EDI on BIV Podcast: Ella Laure Hipolito - Inclusive Interviewing and Recruitment

EDI on BIV features conversations with experts on the level of equity, diversity and inclusion in B.C.'s economy, the progress that has yet to be made on this important issue and how employers can implement best practices in EDI

Boyden Report Series

As social impact organisations stir our conscience, where does your organisation stand?

Social Impact Report: Analysing the trends and companies reshaping the role of enterprise in society, with expert insights from Boyden's Global Social Impact Practice Members