A founding Partner of Boyden's Ottawa office, Ron Robertson is a nationally recognized leader in executive recruiting. He has recruited CEOs, Vice-Presidents and Board Directors for hundreds of clients, including some of the largest, most successful organizations in Canada. He specializes in recruiting leaders in the electric power industry, as well as for commercial Crown corporations and complex multi-stakeholder organizations.
In the competitive realm of global agribusiness, our client required a transformative COO to enhance operational efficiency and spearhead growth. Here, we share how Boyden identified and secured the ideal candidate, driving innovation and sustainability in a rapidly evolving industry.
Boyden partnered with a leading sovereign wealth fund to place a senior lawyer for UK and European investments, strengthening governance, risk management, and long-term growth.
Through a highly targeted, relationship-based search, Boyden successfully identified a Major Gifts Officer whose fundraising approach, mission alignment, and donor engagement style matched the organization's long-term philanthropic goals.
Featuring Marie-Hélène Gaudreault, Leader in Boyden’s Social Impact Practice
A family enterprise approaching its first generational transition found leadership fragmented across sibling-led divisions. Growth was possible, but cohesion was not guaranteed. By introducing independent executive leadership, the family gained clarity, strengthened governance, and set a foundation for long-term continuity. Here’s how unified leadership replaced complexity.
Featuring Marie-Hélène Gaudreault, Leader in Boyden’s Social Impact Practice
Discover how shared accountability fuels high-performing cultures, with insights from Netflix and strategies to overcome common barriers like blame culture and misaligned incentives.
Boyden is pleased to share the appointment news of Deputy Chief Designates Chirag Bhatt and Ryan Connolly, a recruitment led by Andrew Dumont
Boyden is pleased to share the appointment news of Dr. Rhonda McEwen, a recruitment co-led by Brent Cameron and Khaleeda Jamal
Boyden is pleased to share the appointment news of Dr. Kofi Campbell, a recruitment co-led by Kathy Rahme and Collin Ritch
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