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Why the CFO mindset can clash with CEO demands
Moritz Herfert is a seasoned executive search professional with three decades of experience in Central and Eastern Europe. Based in Poland since 1996, he develops tailored search strategies shaped by each client’s culture, resources, and strategic goals. He also co‑leads Boyden’s global Industrial Manufacturing Practice.
Professional Focus
- 30 years’ experience in executive search in CEE
- C-suite and senior functional leadership roles with a strong focus on the industrial sector
- Managing the German Desk of Boyden Poland
- Extensive work with SMEs and family-owned enterprises
- Deep interest in Industry 4.0, lean management and continuous improvement
- Native German, fluent in Polish and English
Business Expertise
- Managing Partner Poland of an international executive search firm; managed the German Desk for CEE; promoted from earlier consulting roles with the firm
- Managing Director of the Polish subsidiary of a leading German executive search firm; successfully developed the company from a niche role to a relevant player
- Joined Boyden in 2022 and became shareholder of Boyden World Corporation in 2024
Additional Expertise
- Construction and building technology
- Supply chain & logistics
- Technology
- Medical devices
Areas of Expertise
Education & Certifications
- Master’s degree in political science from Freie Universität Berlin, Germany
- EU Scholarship recipient, The London School of Economics and Political Science, UK
- Cultural studies at Paul Valéry University of Montpellier, France
Affiliations & Awards
- Active member of several chambers of commerce across CEE
Case Studies
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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.
From Innovation to Execution: Leadership in Power Semiconductor Development
How Boyden placed a strategic SVP to drive e-mobility growth
Breaking Silos, Building Systems: A CTO Search at the Intersection of Tech and Business
How Boyden identified a strategic leader to unify engineering, quality, and commercial outcomes in automotive systems.
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
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.
Blog
Revitalising the European Automotive Sector: Navigating New Challenges and Embracing Innovation
To survive in the new competitive environment and master the legislative challenges set by the EU, the automotive sector needs an approach reset
Media
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Athlos Business Summit
Video
Boyden CEO Chad Hesters Joins Dr. Amy Athey on the Still Evolving Podcast
Podcast
Boyden CEO Chad Hesters Joins Candice Bourne on 'The Journey of a Search CEO' Podcast
Podcast
Startup to Stewardship: How a family business was Built to Matter with Josephine Sukkar
Podcast
News & Events
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In the Media
Epochal change: Why the automotive industry needs diversity now
In this guest article for the” Top 25 Women” initiative, Jutta Menzenbach of Boyden, an executive search firm, writes about the importance of diversity in the automotive industry to drive economic success.
Press Release
Boyden To Acquire Atlanta-Based GreenSight Executive Search Firm
Leading international executive search and leadership consulting firm to absorb Atlanta office with acquisition deal
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