Managing Partner of Boyden’s Ottawa and Toronto offices, Michael leads the firm’s Social Impact practice and specializes in President & CEO and Board search. His clients include a broad range of mission-oriented and public-interest organizations in the healthcare, education and non-profit sectors. In addition to his search work, he conducts research and has published a number of articles on leadership in social impact organizations. 

Professional Focus

  • 20 years’ experience in executive search
  • Particular expertise in the healthcare, not-for-profit and education sectors
  • Leads searches for all levels of senior management and board positions
  • Significant experience working with local, provincial, national, and international boards and selection committees
  • Conducts research and develops thought leadership articles on search-related topics

Business Expertise

  • Career search professional with extensive experience recruiting for senior leadership roles

Additional Expertise

  • Education
  • Not-For-Profit
  • Chief Executive Officers

Education & Certifications

  • Bachelor of Laws from University of Western Ontario
  • Honours degree in economics from Queen's University

Affiliations & Awards

  • Served on a number of boards
  • Member, Law Society of Upper Canada

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