Haley Qiao

Haley Qiao supports national and international search assignments in a range of industries across Canada’s private, public, and non-profit sectors. As a generalist, she is adept at navigating complex organizational structures and leadership requirements. Her analytical skills and research expertise enhance her strategic, client-focused approach to aligning talent with leadership needs.

Professional Focus

Executive search generalist supporting C-suite and senior-level mandates in the private, public, and non-profit sectors
Broad industry experience including financial services, investment/asset management, industrial, real estate, and retail
Proficient in all phases of the executive search process: market mapping, candidate sourcing and engagement, research strategy, and screening
Experience working with a variety of organizations, including private equity-backed firms, large corporates, post-secondary institutions, and crown corporations
Bilingual English and Mandarin Chinese

Business Expertise

Research Analyst at the Illness Challenge Foundation, Beijing, China
Research Associate at Qingdao University

Additional Expertise

Financial Services
Investment/Asset Management
Industrial
Real Estate
Retail
Public Sector
Not-for-Profit

Education & Certifications

Master’s degree in economics from University of Manchester, UK
Bachelor’s degree in economics and statistics from Simon Fraser University, BC

Vancouver

Suite 1400
900 West Hastings Street
Vancouver BC
Canada

Case Studies

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Transforming Operations in a Family-Owned Medical Device Business

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.

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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Articles & Papers

In Search of the Elusive Bilingual Executives: Beyond a hope, a prayer, and a dream

Featuring Marie-Hélène Gaudreault, Leader in Boyden’s Social Impact Practice

Articles & Papers

A First External CEO Leads a First Generational Succession

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.

Articles & Papers

Part 3: In Search of the Elusive Bilingual Executives: Beyond a hope, a prayer, and a dream

Featuring Marie-Hélène Gaudreault, Leader in Boyden’s Social Impact Practice

Blog

No Passengers: How Shared Accountability Drives Organizational Momentum

Discover how shared accountability fuels high-performing cultures, with insights from Netflix and strategies to overcome common barriers like blame culture and misaligned incentives.

Media

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Board Journey 360 Fireside Series featuring President & CEO of IRICoR, Nadine Beauger

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Board Journey 360 Fireside Series featuring energy executive and corporate director, Judith Athaide

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Board Journey 360 Fireside Series featuring CEO & Board Director Kendra MacDonald

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Board Journey 360 Fireside Series featuring Board Director Barbara Bellissimo

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News & Events

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