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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
Mariavittoria Giusti
Managing Partner, Italy
Mariavittoria Giusti is well-established in executive search, having founded a boutique firm and worked with another major international firm prior to joining Boyden. She is skilled across a range of industries, and has demonstrated proficiency in the consumer and industrial sectors. A licensed psychologist and psychotherapist, Mariavittoria is also sought-after for management assessment.
Professional Focus
- Licensed psychologist, with specialties in management assessment and human capital projects
- Extensive experience in executive search at the global level
- Conducts searches for senior management as well as board appointments
- Industry expertise in consumer & retail, insurance and industrial
- Fluent in Italian and English
Business Expertise
- Licensed psychologist, psychotherapist and transactional analyst
- Founding partner of a highly-rated boutique executive search firm based in Milan
- Senior Consultant at another leading multinational executive search firm
Additional Expertise
- Management Assessment
- Human Resources
- Board Search
- Consumer & retail
- Industrial
Areas of Expertise
Education & Certifications
- Psychology degree from the University of Padua
- Professional license in psychotherapy awarded by the Transactional Analysis Specialty School in Milan
Affiliations & Awards
- Member of the Psychologists’ Register
Case Studies
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Building a High-Performance HR Function for a Multi-Site Laboratory Organization
Through collaboration with Boyden, the Chief People Officer of a PE-backed company secured two pivotal leaders, a Vice President of Human Resources and a Head of Talent Acquisition, to elevate human capital strategy, drive transformation, streamline recruitment, and strengthen enterprise alignment.
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.
Strategic Board Renewal for a High-Growth Cybersecurity Leader
Boyden partnered with a publicly traded cybersecurity firm to appoint a transformative director whose reputation and leadership experience amplify the company’s strategic ambitions and market position.
Thought Leadership
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Articles & Papers
Nuova Socialita’ e Stili di Comunicazione. Cosa Dobbiamo Aspettarci?
Con l'evolversi della pandemia, Mariavittoria Giusti di Boyden condivide la sua opinione esperta su cosa aspettarsi in questo contesto inedito caratterizzato da una nuova socialità e stili di comunicazione.
Articles & Papers
Enabling Tandem Coaching. Il Nostro Metodo Innovativo per Creare Leader di Successo
Il percorso di sviluppo per i nuovi leader.
Articles & Papers
Artificial Intelligence and Fashion & Luxury Companies
Explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the fashion and luxury industry, from generative design and personalized shopping to compliance with the EU AI Act and Italian AI Law. Learn about key applications, legal challenges, and strategies for responsible AI adoption.
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.
News & Events
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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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La ricerca di Boyden conferma che innovazione, capitale umano e trasformazione digitale sono i principali motori della crescita
Una ricerca globale conferma la centralità dell’Industria 5.0, mentre le aziende allineano i progressi digitali con il capitale umano
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