Forbes named Boyden Canada the No. 5 executive recruiting firm in its 2026 rankings. Regional Managing Partner Brent Cameron highlighted the importance of human judgment, trust, and relationships in executive search, despite the growing use of AI.
Richard Rankin has an impressive track record of more than a decade in national and international executive recruiting. He provides valuable expertise in a number of industries, including technology, manufacturing and not-for-profit, along with all levels of government. His resourcefulness and versatility have led to positive results on many of Boyden’s most challenging assignments.
Professional Focus
- More than 10 years’ search experience in a range of industries: technology, manufacturing, not-for-profit, all levels of government
- Solid track record of recruiting national and internationally based executives
- Adept at assessing a candidate’s personal, professional and cultural fit within the client’s organization
Business Expertise
- Prior experience as an investor relations consultant for early-stage tech companies
- Promoted new and emerging technologies to the financial services community
Additional Expertise
- Manufacturing
- Social Impact
- Technology
In the competitive realm of global agribusiness, our client required a transformative COO to enhance operational efficiency and spearhead growth. Here, we share how Boyden identified and secured the ideal candidate, driving innovation and sustainability in a rapidly evolving industry.
Boyden partnered with a leading sovereign wealth fund to place a senior lawyer for UK and European investments, strengthening governance, risk management, and long-term growth.
Boyden partners with a leading private credit and alternative investment manager to appoint a Head of Valuation, strengthening governance, regulatory oversight, and valuation excellence across a complex credit portfolio.
Healthcare transformation demands more than change. It requires leaders who can sequence change, protect patient care, and align boards.
Featuring Marie-Hélène Gaudreault, Leader in Boyden’s Social Impact Practice
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.
Featuring Marie-Hélène Gaudreault, Leader in Boyden’s Social Impact Practice
Boyden is pleased to share the appointment news of Chervahun Emilien, a recruitment co-led by Nick Chambers & Cameron Morrison
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