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What Makes an Effective Charitable Board in 2024 and Beyond?
Vicky Garvey
Principal, Australia
Vicky Garvey has over 25 years of experience in executive search and recruitment, including 15 years specialising in executive research services in leadership roles.She is a versatile search professional, adept in a range of industries with an impressive track record of appointments. Vicky brings a passion for education and interest in applying her breadth of experience to supporting Australia’s education and social impact.
Professional Focus
- Over 25 years' experience in executive search and recruitment in Australia and the UK
- Track record of successful searches for C-Suite, board, general manager, and other leadership rolesacross functions at the local and global level
- Broad industry expertise including FMCG, industrial manufacturing, not-for-profit, government, import/distribution, sport, and hospitality
- A strong passion for education and interest in applying her breadth of executive search experience to supporting Australia’s education and social impact sectors
- Strong network amongst senior executives in the Australian market
- Extensive background in research services and management, proficient in the entire research process from initial briefing to candidate assessment and shortlist presentation
- Experience with client organisations at various stages of development including startups and Private Companies
Business Expertise
- National Research Manager at an executive search and talent consultancy serving many of Australia’s leading ASX listed and Private Companies
- Resourcing Manager at a boutique executive search and recruitment firm focused on startups and entrepreneurial high-growth companies
- Research Manager - Banking and Finance Practice at a leading executive search, board, and talent advisory firm
- Principal Consultant at an ASX-listed recruitment company
- Senior Consultant, Finance and Accounting at a major international recruitment firm; prior role as Senior Consultant, Sales and Marketing
Additional Expertise
- Education
- Social Impact
- Consumer Products – FMCG
- Industrial Manufacturing
- Not-For-Profit
- Government
- Import/Distribution
- Sport
- Hospitality
Areas of Expertise
Education & Certifications
- Master’s degree in communications and media studies from University of Leeds, UK
- Bachelor’s degree (Hons) in communications and media studies from Sheffield Hallam University, UK
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
Boyden Report Series
Director Remuneration Report 2026
Director Remuneration Report 2026 analyses S&P/ASX 300 chair and non‑executive director pay, highlighting fee growth trends, sector differences and gender pay insights.
News & Events
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Becoming Board Ready - A BlueSteps Webinar featuring Giuseppe Milito
Learn how senior executives can position themselves for board roles, translate leadership experience into board value, and stand out to recruiters in today’s competitive governance landscape.
Press Release
Boyden Research Sees Asia-Pacific Ahead in Sustainability Leadership
Highest number of Chief Sustainability Officers, robust investment and priority skills at executive and board level
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