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How Boards Select New Directors - A BlueSteps Webinar featuring Boyden's Karen Kosiba Edwards
Jessica Rodriguez
Researcher, United States
Jessica Rodriguez is a talented researcher who takes a proactive approach to solving the leadership needs of our clients. This entails mapping the market, identifying candidates, building pipelines and making connections. She is highly capable in search process management, while her thorough research, strategic thinking and attention to detail provide a rich basis for talent acquisition.
Professional Focus
- Experienced in executive search consulting and research within financial services and other sectors
- Specialized knowledge in sourcing C-level, senior management and equity analysis roles across the Americas
- Expertise in research methodologies, business information and networking, as well as candidate sourcing, identification, interviewing and assessment
- Fluent in English and Spanish
Business Expertise
- Associate Researcher at a boutique executive search firm specializing in financial services
- Consultant at a global recruitment firm focused on end-to-end supply chain management
- Talent Acquisition Recruiter at Niagara Bottling, family-owned manufacturer of bottled water and soft drinks
- Earlier management roles in Mexico and Panama
Additional Expertise
- Financial Services
- Industrial
- Supply Chain
- Consumer Products
Education & Certifications
- Bachelor’s degree from University of Florida
Case Studies
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Scaling Legal Capability in Global Markets
Boyden partnered with a leading sovereign wealth fund to place a senior lawyer for UK and European investments, strengthening governance, risk management, and long-term growth.
Strengthening Valuation Leadership for a Leading Private Credit Manager
Boyden partners with a leading private credit and alternative investment manager to appoint a Head of Valuation, strengthening governance, regulatory oversight, and valuation excellence across a complex credit portfolio.
Navigating the Nuances of Philanthropic Leadership: The Search for a Major Gifts Officer
Through a highly targeted, relationship-based search, Boyden successfully identified a Major Gifts Officer whose fundraising approach, mission alignment, and donor engagement style matched the organization's long-term philanthropic goals.
Thought Leadership
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Articles & Papers
Navigating Uncertainty: Private Equity's Next Phase of Value Creation
In this edition of Navigating Uncertainty, explore how private equity's continued evolution is redefining operational leadership, talent, and value creation, while AI accelerates the next phase of transformation.
Newsletter
The CFO Leadership Lens
Expert insights directly from Boyden’s Financial Officers Practice
Q2 2026 Edition
Blog
The High-Stakes Season of Hiring
A clear-eyed look at today’s nonprofit hiring landscape, where heightened risk, talent shortages, and cautious candidates are reshaping how organizations approach retention, recruitment, and long-term workforce strategy.
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.
Media
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Why Grit Is Killing Your High Performers And What Elite Teams Do Instead | Dr. Amy Athey
Podcast
Executive Search Insights: How CPG & Retail Companies Find the Right Leaders
Podcast
Boyden CEO Chad Hesters Joins Dr. Amy Athey on the Still Evolving Podcast
Podcast
Boyden CEO Chad Hesters Joins Candice Bourne on 'The Journey of a Search CEO' Podcast
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News & Events
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In the Media
The $400,000 Chief of Staff Is the CEO’s Secret Weapon in the AI Age
As CEOs navigate the growing complexity of the AI era, demand for chiefs of staff is surging as organizations seek trusted strategic advisors who can help leaders prioritize, execute, and solve critical business challenges.
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Inside Executive Search: How Leaders Get Found - A BlueSteps Webinar featuring Boyden's Cathy Sutherland
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