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Boyden Expands in Europe by Appointing Six New Partners and One Principal
New additions strengthen client support in executive search and interim management
Karin Taschner
Senior Associate, Austria
Karin Taschner is a seasoned international business development manager. Her solid track record of business development roles, specifically in executive search and consulting, reflects her strong leadership and management abilities. Over the course of her career, Karin has built an international network in the professional services sector, and is well-respected for her effectiveness.
Professional Focus
- More than 15 years’ experience in executive search and consulting
- Extensive background in international business development, managing the full range of business development activities
- Fluent in German and English, with conversational skill in French
Business Expertise
- Business development in the professional services sector, including executive search, management consulting and HR consulting
- Held a leadership role within the business development function of a major global executive search firm for over 12 years
- Started career as an office manager, responsible for a team of 15 people
Additional Expertise
- Consulting
- Human Resources
- Professional Services
Education & Certifications
- Diploma in international commercial management
Case Studies
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Building Institutional Investment Operations Leadership for a Mission-Driven Family Office
Boyden partnered with a leading family office and its affiliated foundation to appoint a Head of Institutional Investment Operations capable of designing and implementing a scalable operational platform to support a growing investment portfolio and long-term philanthropic objectives.
A Time-Critical CFO Hire for a Scaling, PE-Backed Manufacturer
Boyden partnered with a private equity-backed leader in automated test systems to execute a Partner-led search with disciplined assessment and rapid momentum, identifying a finalist within two weeks and closing the mandate within 60 days.
Transforming Operations in a Family-Owned Medical Device Business
Thought Leadership
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Articles & Papers
A Regional CEO Search to Realise U.S. Market Potential for a European Family-Owned Business
A European family-owned business approaching generational transition recognized that its U.S. operation required more than continuity—it required growth. The challenge was to redefine leadership for a critical market while navigating family dynamics and cross-border complexity. Here’s how the right appointment helped unlock the company’s U.S. potential.
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
Fintech: The democratising effect of digital money
Financial Services Trends Report: A snapshot of fintech-led innovation, connectivity and transformation in financial services, with expert insights on talent and leadership.
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.
Media
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Fueling Sustainability: An Executive View - Edition 12
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Das österreichische Fernsehen ORF interviewt Andreas Landgrebe zu Karrierechancen von Spitzenpolitikern in der Wirtschaft
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Fueling Sustainability: An Executive View - Edition 10
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Fuelling Sustainability: An Executive View - Edition 4
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News & Events
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Press Release
Boyden Congratulates New Sector Leaders, Strengthening Global Technology Practice Specialization
Strategic focus on sector expertise provides specialized capabilities to tech clients, private equity firms and organizations across the digital transformation value chain
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Boyden Finds Digital Progress Puts Europe in Pole Position to Champion Industry 5.0
Global research shows Industry 5.0 gathering pace as European business leaders excel in leveraging digital capabilities through human ingenuity
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