Press Release
Boyden Expands in Europe by Appointing Six New Partners and One Principal
New additions strengthen client support in executive search and interim management
Julia Lorenz brings an academic and professional background in social sciences and communications to Boyden Switzerland. She supports the team throughout the search process, with a focus on candidate identification and assessment. Her professionalism and understanding of the industry and market help ensure the delivery of carefully considered candidates as well as positive experiences.
Professional Focus
- Identification and assessment of C-level candidates within various sectors
- Coordinates a team of Research Assistants
- In-depth knowledge of technology and industrial sector searches, focussed on the Swiss Market
- Background in communications and PR consulting and marketing
- Fluent in German and English, as well as basic French and Spanish
Business Expertise
- Grew within Boyden Switzerland, starting as a Research Assistant while completing Master’s program
- Held various specialist, trainee and intern positions in lifestyle PR and corporate communications at a global insurance company
- Participated as a volunteer in not-for-profit youth leadership development organization, student association, and food donation programs
Additional Expertise
- Technology
- Industrial
- Professional Services
Education & Certifications
- Master’s degree in social sciences and communications from University of Lucerne
- Bachelor’s degree in social sciences from University of Zurich
Case Studies
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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.
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.
Accelerating Growth: Building Market Leadership in Southeast Asia
Discover how Boyden recruited a top-tier Country General Manager to lead Southeast Asia expansion and strategic M&A for a global food safety solutions provider, driving rapid growth and market leadership in the region.
Thought Leadership
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Articles & Papers
Private Equity's Role in Powering the Energy Transition
As energy markets transform, private equity is driving the transition with diversified portfolios and leaders who can master both legacy and renewable systems.
Boyden Report Series
What’s Next for Industry? AI, Transformation, and the Talent Imperative
Industrial Trends Report: Analysing markets, studies, and trends on how AI, machine learning, and digitalisation are reshaping the industrial sector, with expert insights on talent and leadership from Boyden’s Global Industrial Practice Members.
Boyden Report Series
As social impact organisations stir our conscience, where does your organisation stand?
Social Impact Report: Analysing the trends and companies reshaping the role of enterprise in society, with expert insights from Boyden's Global Social Impact Practice Members
Blog Post
Revitalising the European Automotive Sector: Navigating New Challenges and Embracing Innovation
To survive in the new competitive environment and master the legislative challenges set by the EU, the automotive sector needs an approach reset
News & Events
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In the Media
The Bulgarian Executive Search Association with a New Chairman
Kalina Petkova has been elected Chair of the Bulgarian Executive Search Association, a partner of the AESC.
In the Media
Boyden's Patrick Naef joins DisrupTV in latest episode
In conversation with R "Ray" Wang and Vala Afshar, Patrick explores the shifts within the role of the CIO and the value digital experts are creating.
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