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Gabriela Gachuz
Associate, United States
Gabriela Gachuz brings a strong foundation in executive search and recruitment, with over five years of experience spanning all aspects of the search process. She supports engagements throughout the U.S. and Canada, conducting in-depth market research and sourcing executive talent with a passion for creating organizational value through targeted strategies and purpose-driven leadership.
Professional Focus
- More than 5 years’ experience in executive search and recruitment including senior roles
- Full-cycle search expertise, including stakeholder management, market research, talent sourcing, interviewing, technical screening, negotiations, onboarding, process optimization, and database and information management
- Experience working with startups in high-growth industries, and engaging directly with CEOs, founders, and board members throughout the search process
- Bilingual English and Spanish
Business Expertise
- Senior Associate Executive Recruiter at a New York-based executive search firm focused on high-growth companies; promoted from Associate Executive Recruiter; based in Mexico City
- Recruitment Operations Coordinator at a recruitment firm; led IT recruitment for international clients; primary contact for executive-level searches; promoted from Senior Recruiter; Mexico City
- Junior Recruiter at a global recruitment firm focused primarily on technical roles; led Contractor Care program during COVID-19 pandemic, supporting contractors in Mexico, U.S., India, and Singapore; Mexico City, reporting to Houston HQ
Additional Expertise
- Technology
- Oil & Gas
Education & Certifications
- Bachelor’s degree in organizational psychology from National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), Mexico City
Case Studies
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Navigating the Nuances of Philanthropic Leadership: The Search for a Major Gifts Officer
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.
A Time-Critical CFO Hire for a Scaling, PE-Backed Manufacturer
Boyden partnered with a private equity-backed leader in automated test systems to execute a Partner-led search with disciplined assessment and rapid momentum, identifying a finalist within two weeks and closing the mandate within 60 days.
Building a High-Performance HR Function for a Multi-Site Laboratory Organization
Through collaboration with Boyden, the Chief People Officer of a PE-backed company secured two pivotal leaders, a Vice President of Human Resources and a Head of Talent Acquisition, to elevate human capital strategy, drive transformation, streamline recruitment, and strengthen enterprise alignment.
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
Podcast
Executive Search Insights: How CPG & Retail Companies Find the Right Leaders
Podcast
Boyden CEO Chad Hesters Joins Dr. Amy Athey on the Still Evolving Podcast
Podcast
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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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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Inside Executive Search: How Leaders Get Found - A BlueSteps Webinar featuring Boyden's Cathy Sutherland
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