Ella Laure Hipolito

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 and de-colonialized search processes
• Specialized expertise in higher education, social impact, public sector, not-for-profit, and Indigenous talent search
• 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
• Background recruiting for a range of private sector clients in finance, manufacturing, business development, marketing, and human resources
• Involved in successful placements of Presidents and CEOs in education, healthcare, not-for-profit, transportation, arts and culture
• Recruitment and advisory roles with one of Canada’s top universities

Sector Expertise

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

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)