Holly Wolk

Holly Wolk has nearly 25 years of leadership experience in human resources, recruitment, and talent management. As an executive and public speaker, she has brought transformational practices and strategies to various organizations, including renowned institutions within higher education. Clients benefit greatly from her expertise in talent acquisition and alignment with organizational goals.

Professional Focus

Nearly 25 years’ experience in HR leadership including senior executive roles in recruitment, talent development, and administration
Extensive background in the higher education sector
Deep expertise in talent acquisition, retention strategies, leadership development, employee engagement, strengths assessment, employer branding, succession planning, and team dynamics
Recognized national and international speaker on a range of topics related to leadership, human resources, and talent management
Creator and implementor of talent management programs to increase efficiency and effectiveness with existing staff and resources

Business Expertise

Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at InVision Human Services, a nonprofit organization serving people with disabilities
Chief Human Resources Officer at ChemImage; promoted from Director of Human Resources and Talent Development Manager roles
Executive Director of Talent Management and Administration for Advancement at University of Rochester; previously Senior Director of Talent Management, Recruitment and Employee Development
Director of Advancement Recruiting and Professional Development at Tufts University
Manager of Employment and Training at Boston University; prior role as Director of Advancement Recruiting and Professional Development, Development & Alumni Relations
Assistant Director for Recruitment and Retention, Organizational Development and Human Capital Management at Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh; promoted from Assistant Director of Alumni Relations and Program Manager

Additional Expertise

Social Impact
Higher Education
Not-for-Profit
Industrial

Areas of Expertise

Education & Certifications

Master’s degree in human resources from Carnegie Mellon University
Bachelor’s degree in journalism from Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) Certification
Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach

Affiliations & Awards

CASE Crystal Apple Award for Teaching Excellence

Boston

75 Arlington Street
Suite 5000
Boston
United States

Case Studies

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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.

Strategic Leadership in Crisis: Elevating Communications and Protecting Reputation

Amid a politically sensitive crisis, our client, a major social impact organization, faced significant reputational risks. Lacking a Head of Public & Government Affairs for over three years, they turned to Boyden for urgent strategic communications leadership.

Elevating IT Excellence: An Ivy League University’s Search for Top Talent

Thought Leadership

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