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What Makes an Effective Charitable Board in 2024 and Beyond?
Brent Cameron
Président du conseil, Canada; Associé directeur, Canada
Brent Cameron is an astute search professional with experience in a range of functions, notably CEOs and Vice Presidents. He has supported countless CEOs, boards and search committees in reaching critical hiring decisions, and has a strong understanding of the dynamics and governance issues inherent in senior executive recruitment in both the private and public sectors.
Professional Focus
- More than 15 years’ experience in executive search and talent assessment
- Versatile search professional with broad experience in education, human resources, marketing and communications, technology, finance, real estate, hospitality, and general management
- Practice leader for higher education and knowledge-based clients
- Board Chair, Boyden Canada
Business Expertise
- Named Managing Partner in the Vancouver Office in 2014
- Joined the firm in 2001 as a consultant and became a Partner in 2007
- Previously served in a management role in a Toronto-based communications consulting firm serving a number of Canada’s leading public and private sector organizations
Practice Membership
Global Industry Practices
- Consumer & Retail, Practice Member
Global Cross-Sector Practices
- Human Resources, Practice Member
- Social Impact, Practice Member
- CEO & Board Services, Practice Member
Education & Certifications
- Master of Business Administration from University of British Columbia
- Bachelor of Arts from Queen’s University
Affiliations & Awards
- Board Director, Greater Vancouver Board of Trade
- Campaign Cabinet Member, United Way of the Lower Mainland, which raises millions annually to support over 300,000 people in Greater Vancouver
- Board Member, Take a Hike Foundation, an alternative education program for at-risk youth in British Columbia
- Former Board Member and Governance Chair, UBC Alumni Association
Domaines d'expertise
Formation et certifications
Case Studies
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Driving Liquidity Strategy Leadership for a Transforming Private Credit Platform
Boyden partners with a leading private credit asset manager to appoint a Director of Fund Liquidity to support complex global fund structures and evolving investor demands.
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.
Thought Leadership
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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
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.
Blog
Navigating the Executive Talent Paradox: Strategies for Differentiation
Explore the challenges and opportunities organizations face in aligning talent with strategic objectives to drive growth and success
Articles & Papers
How to Lead Healthcare Transformation Without Disrupting Care Delivery
Healthcare transformation demands more than change. It requires leaders who can sequence change, protect patient care, and align boards.
News & Events
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In the Media
Canadian Recruitment Trends and Use of AI
Forbes named Boyden Canada the No. 5 executive recruiting firm in its 2026 rankings. Regional Managing Partner Brent Cameron highlighted the importance of human judgment, trust, and relationships in executive search, despite the growing use of AI.
Press Release
Calgary Co-op Proudly Announces New CEO
Boyden is pleased to share the appointment news of Andrew Clarke, a recruitment co-led by Catherine Van Alstine, Ron Burkholder, Nicole Bendaly, Glenn Eberth and Mackenzie Jones
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