Keith D. Dorsey, EdD

Keith Dorsey is an accomplished human capital expert, adept at driving growth through talent-based solutions. Over the course of more than 25 years as an executive, board member and advisor, he has helped numerous businesses enhance their bottom line and shareholder value. Beginning with diagnostics, he focuses on recruitment, leadership effectiveness, governance and other strategic touchpoints.

Professional Focus

Over 25 years’ leadership experience in the human capital management industry, including executive, board and consulting roles
Proven track record of successfully identifying, recruiting, developing and retaining key leadership talent while building employee engagement
Substantial background in coaching, mentoring and advising C-level executives and their teams
Highly proficient in growth strategy and execution during periods of transition, i.e. startups, M&A, divestitures, restructuring, turnarounds
Certified and experienced board director
Author (Harvard Business Review, MIT Sloan Management Review, Forbes, Directors & Boards, Fast Company) and speaker on the topic of corporate governance and diversity, equity, & inclusion (DEI)

Business Expertise

President / Executive Advisor of Dorsey Management Consulting
Executive Vice President, Global Head of Sales at Alight Solutions and Aon Hewitt, leading providers of human capital solutions; prior roles included Senior Vice President, Global Head of Sales; Senior Vice President, U.S. Outsourcing Sales; Senior Vice President, Emerging Solutions; Vice President, Point Solutions Sales
Zone Sales Manager at Paychex, Fortune 1000 provider of HR outsourcing services; prior roles included District Sales Manager and Field Sales Manager; based in L.A., Chicago and D.C.
Logistics Supervisor in the U.S. Air Force

Additional Expertise

Human Capital
Leadership Consulting
Professional Services

Areas of Expertise

Education & Certifications

Ed.D. in organizational change and leadership from University of Southern California
MBA from Pepperdine University’s Graziadio Business School
Bachelor’s degree in business administration from Charter Oak State College, New Britain, CT
Certified Director and Governance Fellow, National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD)
Graduate of Black Corporate Board Readiness (BCBR) Program, Santa Clara University

Affiliations & Awards

Board Member, Pacific Crest Trail Association
Board Member, Vimly Benefit Solutions (tech/software firm)
Vice Chair, Financial Advisory Commission of the City of La Quinta
Board Member, Pepperdine Graziadio Business School; former Adjunct Faculty & Executive Advisor
Member, Private Directors Association (PDA)
Member, National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD)
Member, Forbes Business Council
Member, Executive Board, Fast Company
Member, Executive Leadership Council (ELC)
Former Board Member, Orion Talent (recruitment process outsourcing and talent acquisition)

California

4000 Bridgeway
Suite 201
Sausalito
United States

Case Studies

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Boyden UK & Ireland Leadership Consulting with Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Boyden’s leadership consulting centre of excellence helps Board of Directors and Executive teams create a performance-based organisation, combining leadership capabilities with purpose for Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTM)

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.

Thought Leadership

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Boyden Executive Survey

North America Regional Analysis: Exploring adaptivity through strategy and talent

Today’s complex landscape demands adaptive, empathetic leaders, who accelerate decision-making to navigate opportunity and mitigate risk.

Articles & Papers

The Essential Need for CFO Succession Planning in Healthcare

To cope with high turnover and severe financial pressures, learn what healthcare CFOs prioritize in their successors and the need for CFO succession planning in healthcare.

Blog Post

US Population Shifts: Revolutionizing Healthcare and Home Care

The US senior population is booming, driving explosive growth in home and post-acute care. Programs like PACE are expanding fast, offering innovative, in-home solutions and digital health advancements. This shift presents huge opportunities for healthcare providers to lead the future of senior care.