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Boyden Joins as Sponsor of CASE-NAIS Independent Schools Conference 2026
Lisa Vuona has decades of experience in executive search and human resource management, primarily in the non-profit, healthcare and education sectors. She is distinguished by her track record and network, and by her approach, which combines the strategic power of data with a finely tuned ability to understand the client’s organization and identify high-caliber leaders who fit the culture.
Professional Focus
- Nearly 25 years’ experience in executive search and HR management
- Deep expertise in non-profit, healthcare and education sectors
- Strong track record of recruiting C-level executives, vice presidents, executive directors and advancement professionals for non-profit organizations, hospitals, medical centers, medical schools and secondary schools
- Broad HR expertise spanning all aspects such as recruitment and retention, team building, coaching, assessment, on-boarding, talent development, diversity & inclusion
Business Expertise
- Vice President and Senior Search Consultant for a global search firm specializing in healthcare, higher education, secondary education, arts and cultural organizations
- Director of Recruitment and Training for the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, Northeast Affiliate; recruited, trained and on-boarded over 200 professionals, including vice presidents, executive directors and advancement professionals across eight states
- Manager of Human Resources for Chancellor-Beacon Academies, directed all HR functions for 20 charter schools and over 500 employees across the country
- Human Resources Manager with Family Continuity Programs; responsible for recruiting, training and career planning for over 400 employees; promoted from Program Director role
Additional Expertise
- Not-for-Profit
- Healthcare
- Higher Education
- Secondary Education
Areas of Expertise
Education & Certifications
- Bachelor’s degree in psychology from Boston College
- Certificate in Human Resources Management from Villanova University
Affiliations & Awards
- Member, Women in Development (WID)
- Member and speaker, Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE)
- Member and speaker, Association for Fundraising Professionals (AFP)
- Member, New England Association of Healthcare Philanthropy (NEAHP)
- Member, Northeast Human Resources Association (NEHRA)
- Co-Founder and Board Member, Jennifer Hunter Yates Sarcoma Foundation
- Finance Chair and Board Member, St. Mary of the Hill’s
- Chancellor Beacon Exceptional Customer Service Award, two consecutive years
- Family Continuity Programs Norman Zinberg Award for superior workplace performance
Case Studies
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Elevating IT Excellence: An Ivy League University’s Search for Top Talent
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.
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.
Thought Leadership
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Articles & Papers
Breaking Down Pay (In)equity
A Q&A with CASE’s Rob Henry on Dismantling Systemic Bias
Articles & Papers
Interview with Louis Diez, Executive Director of Annual Giving at Muhlenberg College
Lisa Vuona, Managing Partner, Boyden Boston, has a candid conversation with Louis Diez about the future of annual giving programs.
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.
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
News & Events
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Press Release
Children's Trust Names New Executive Director
Boyden is pleased to share the appointment news of Jennifer Valenzuela, a recruitment co-led by Lisa Vuona, Wendy Wilsker, and Shaké Sulikyan
Press Release
CalAsian To Operate New Small Business Development Center
Boyden is pleased to share the appointment news of Les Fong, a recruitment co-led by Lisa Vuona and Wendy Wilsker
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