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Boyden Joins as Sponsor of CASE District I & II Annual Conference
Henry Stoever is a seasoned executive and board member with over 30 years of leadership experience in public and private companies, and has guided mission-driven organizations through transformation and growth. He has served as President and CEO and held C-suite roles in marketing, communications, and business development. Building on early leadership experience in Brand Management at Kraft Foods after graduating from the U.S. Naval Academy, earning an MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg Graduate School of Management, and serving in the U.S. Marine Corps, he fosters strong partnerships and stakeholder engagement to amplify impact.
Professional Focus
- More than 30 years’ experience in executive leadership, including C-level and board roles
- Specialization in stakeholder engagement, partnerships, and fundraising for non-profit foundations, professional associations, and social impact organizations
- Proven track record of revenue growth, organizational transformation, and technological modernization with four public companies and three nonprofit organizations
- In-depth expertise in marketing and strategic communications, board and leadership team alignment, go-to-market planning, M&A strategy and execution, and executive coaching
- Extensive board experience, including committee memberships and leadership
- Author of several published articles featured in prominent outlets such as The CEO Magazine and Rising Leaders Magazine.
Business Expertise
- Founder & Managing Principal of Windsor Strategy, a consulting firm supporting middle-market private companies and nonprofit organizations with a proprietary approach
- Principal at the Brentwood Advisory Group, an interim and fractional executive management and consulting firm; served in CMO, CDO, and COO roles for associations, social impact organizations, foundations, and private companies
- President and CEO of Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB), a $27M global professional services enterprise; hired by the board of directors to lead transformation and modernization, grow revenue, and increase engagement
- CMO at National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD), a $35M global nonprofit professional services organization; led strategic marketing, global communications, partnership creation, and business development
- Visiting Professor at American University Kogod School of Business
- Senior Vice President, StudentLoans.com at Brazos Higher Education Services; built online student loan business and originated +$100M loans
- Vice President, Marketing at CoStar Group, a global commercial real estate information services provider; launched new software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions on three continents
- Senior Director, Vertical Marketing at Sprint-Nextel Communications (now part of T-Mobile)
- Director of Marketing, Communications, and Business Development at LexisNexis
- Senior Brand Manager at Kraft Foods
- Captain, Infantry Officer in the United States Marine Corps
Additional Expertise
- Social Impact
- Not-for-Profit
- Professional Associations
- Foundations
- Higher Education
- Professional Services
- Consulting
- Real Estate
- Technology
- E-Commerce
Areas of Expertise
Education & Certifications
- MBA in marketing and strategy from Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management, Evanston, IL
- Bachelor’s degree (BSc) in economics from United States Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD
- Board Leadership Fellowship, National Association of Corporate Directors
- Directors’ Consortium for Corporate Governance, Stanford University
Affiliations & Awards
- Trustee and Policy Committee Member, U.S. Naval Academy Foundation’s Academic and Scholarship Programs (2015-present)
- Board Director and Member, Audit and Governance Committees, Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation (2023-present)
- Advisory Council Member, Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue (2022-present)
- Board Director and Chair, Corporate Governance Committee, Cycurion, Inc., a private cybersecurity company (2022-2023)
- Board Director and Chair, Nominating and Governance Committee, Boulder Crest Foundation (2013-2021)
- Board Advisor and Audit Committee Member, United Arab Emirates University (2020-2023)
- Board Director, Washington Bayhawks, a major league lacrosse team (2008-2010)
Case Studies
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From Transition to Transformation: CFO Leadership in Premium Wine Operations
How Boyden navigated a high-stakes CFO search for a global wine producer’s U.S. subsidiary.
CEO Succession for a Global Precision Manufacturer
Boyden partners with a highly engineered products manufacturer to recruit a CEO who combines strategic pedigree with entrepreneurial execution, positioning the company for its next phase of growth.
Strategic Turnaround: A CFO’s Role in Rebuilding Culture and Financial Leadership
Boyden supports a major charter school network with the recruitment of the right CFO to bridge strategy, execution, and collaboration.
Thought Leadership
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Articles & Papers
Navigating Uncertainty: Global Instability Reshapes the Private Equity Playbook
In this edition of Navigating Uncertainty, explore how global instability is reshaping private equity as firms adapt through diversification, defensive strategies, and AI-driven value creation to turn uncertainty into opportunity.
Articles & Papers
The 6 Types of CFOs and How To Find the Right Fit for Your Business
Looking at the 6 types of CFOs and their roles can help you think about finding a leader who aligns with your business strategy.
Blog Post
Middle Managers: The Untapped Growth Engine in Mid-Market Firms
Discover why middle managers are the hidden growth drivers in mid-market firms and how investing in their development can unlock strategic execution, team cohesion, and long-term performance.
Blog Post
Finding the Right Talent to Lead Your Strategic Initiatives
One of the most difficult challenges real estate private equity managers face in finding executives to run product platforms or geographic sectors is the scarcity of leaders with the right blend of investment acumen, operational expertise, and sector-specific knowledge.
Media
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Curiosity vs Expertise—Why Leaders Are Generalists with Xenia Wickett Founder of Wickett Advisory
Podcast
Boyden with Texas A&M: What we Celebrate and what we Tolerate
Podcast
Why Planning Your Career Can Hold You Back with Laurent Therivel, former CEO of UScellular
Podcast
Leading Through Complexity with Dee Smith, CEO of Strategic Insight Group
Podcast
News & Events
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In the Media
Mars–Kellanova: The $36bn merger transforming the snacking sector
Discover how Mars’ $36bn acquisition of Kellanova is reshaping the global snacking landscape, expanding brand portfolios, and accelerating innovation—featuring expert insight from Boyden Partner Issy Perez on the leadership, integration, and talent implications behind this transformative megadeal.
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Boyden Joins as Sponsor of CASE-NAIS Independent Schools Conference 2026
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