Nicole Bendaly

Nicole Bendaly is a seasoned leadership and human capital consultant with over 20 years’ experience. As an advisor to C-suite executives, she imparts her expertise in areas such as leadership development and talent management to position organizations for sustainable success. She is also an accomplished thought leader, particularly in people and culture, leadership development, and transformation.

Professional Focus

More than 20 years’ experience as a leadership and human capital advisor to executives, including top management roles within leading consulting firms
Deep expertise in leadership development and talent management, as well as succession planning, people and culture strategy, team development, coaching, change management, employee engagement and retention, assessment design and analysis, and many other areas of human capital management.
Extensive business experience and expertise, particularly in organizational performance improvement, strategic planning, growth and transformation, and business development
Thought leader, facilitator and keynote speaker on a range of leadership topics
Contributor to forbes.com; co-author of two books, Improving Healthcare Team Performance and Winner Instinct, as well as peer-reviewed articles on team effectiveness and culture change

Business Expertise

Executive Director of a human capital consulting firm providing team and leadership development, talent management, executive coaching, organizational culture, organizational effectiveness, and change management services
President of a leadership consulting firm; advised C-suite and director-level leaders on team and leadership development, change management, culture, performance improvement and organizational effectiveness
Manager, Direct Marketing at RBC Royal Bank; promoted from Project Manager, Direct Marketing

Additional Expertise

Bachelor’s degree (B.Comm.) (Hons) in organizational behaviour from Dalhousie University, Halifax
Coursework in training & development at University of Toronto
Certified in Everything DiSC

Areas of Expertise

Education & Certifications

Chair, Lakefield College School Board of Directors (2016 - 2020)
Director, Lakefield College School Board of Directors (2008 - 2016)
Director, The Hanen Centre Board of Directors (2012 - 2015)

Toronto

915-95 Wellington Street West
Toronto
Canada

Case Studies

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Guiding a Family-Owned Manufacturer Through a Private Equity Transition

With Boyden’s support, a private equity–backed organization appointed its first HR leader to formalize people operations and navigate cultural and structural transformation during a pivotal ownership shift.

Empowering Future Leaders: A Tailored Talent Development Program

Alpine One GmbH, partner of Boyden Germany for leadership consulting, developed and executes a 2-year talent program for a leading European defense company. Designed for high-potential professionals, it helps them explore specialist, project, or leadership roles. Through personality diagnostics and highly interactive, modern workshops, Alpine One enables talents to align their strengths with business goals—driving individual and organizational growth.

Steering Leadership Excellence: Alpine One Supports Prominent European Manufacturer in CEO Selection

Alpine One GmbH, a Boyden Germany partner, specializes in guiding professionals through leadership transitions. We offer tailored assessments, coaching, and workshops to enhance clarity, alignment, and growth. Using evidence-based methods, we identify strengths, uncover potential, and develop actionable plans. By integrating leadership best practices, we empower individuals and organizations to drive success and foster continuous learning.

Thought Leadership

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Articles & Papers

A First External CEO Leads a First Generational Succession

A family enterprise approaching its first generational transition found leadership fragmented across sibling-led divisions. Growth was possible, but cohesion was not guaranteed. By introducing independent executive leadership, the family gained clarity, strengthened governance, and set a foundation for long-term continuity. Here’s how unified leadership replaced complexity.