This event is in partnership with the Ottawa Board of Trade and the Ottawa Business Journal
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
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