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Simona Mann
Senior Associate, Czech Republic
Simona Mann is an executive search professional advising private equity and venture capital investors on C‑suite and board hires. She leads complex searches across Europe, the US, and Asia, aligning leadership with investment goals through strategic mapping, interviews, and full delivery to support transformation and growth.
Professional Focus
- Over 10 years’ experience in executive search and senior human capital advisory
- Extensive focus on private equity and venture capital–backed searches, including C-suite and board-level appointments
- International search experience across Europe, the US, and Asia
- Expertise in search strategy design, market mapping, senior-level assessment, and candidate evaluation
- Strong understanding of investor expectations, governance, and leadership in PE-backed environments
- Native Czech speaker; fluent English; working knowledge of German
Business Expertise
- Executive Director and Communications & Talent Lead within a privately owned, partner-backed investment and operating platform, focused on hospitality businesses and the cultural revitalisation of a heritage site, driving business transformation, destination building, and organisational development
- Senior Associate and Interim Head of Research at a global top-tier executive search and leadership advisory firm, working closely with partners on complex international mandates
- Executive Assistant to Group CFO in a private equity–backed industrial group, with responsibility for investor reporting and board-related communications
- Press & PR / Marketing Coordinator at Škoda Australia (Volkswagen Group subsidiary)
- Intern, Consulate General of the Czech Republic, Sydney
- Executive Assistant to the Program Director, Australian Institute of Management, Sydney
Additional Expertise
- Private Equity & Venture Capital–backed businesses
- Healthcare & Medical
- Telecommunications
- Technology (Hardware, Software, Semiconductors)
- Financial Services & Banking
- Consumer & Retail
- Automotive
- Hospitality
Education & Certifications
- Master’s degree in international management from Teesside University, Prague
- Bachelor’s degree in sociology, anthropology, and German from University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
- Diploma in international business from Bridge Business College, Sydney
Case Studies
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Efficiency in procurement: An interim purchasing manager strengthens the purchasing organization of a food producer
An interim Chief Procurement Officer restructured the purchasing organization of a medium-sized food producer and achieved sustainable savings and process improvements through targeted measures in supplier management and cost control.
Driving Liquidity Strategy Leadership for a Transforming Private Credit Platform
Boyden partners with a leading private credit asset manager to appoint a Director of Fund Liquidity to support complex global fund structures and evolving investor demands.
Building Institutional Investment Operations Leadership for a Mission-Driven Family Office
Boyden partnered with a leading family office and its affiliated foundation to appoint a Head of Institutional Investment Operations capable of designing and implementing a scalable operational platform to support a growing investment portfolio and long-term philanthropic objectives.
Thought Leadership
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Boyden Report Series
CEE Executive Mobility 2026: What’s Driving Movement Across the Region
Perspectives from 30 senior executives on relocation decisions and leadership mobility across CEE
Articles & Papers
Why AI productivity depends on human imagination
AI delivers real productivity gains only when organizations reimagine systems, processes, and culture—rather than simply layering the technology onto existing, inefficient structures.
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.
Media
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News & Events
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Press Release
Durham Regional Police Service Board Announces the Selection of two Deputy Chiefs of Police
Boyden is pleased to share the appointment news of Deputy Chief Designates Chirag Bhatt and Ryan Connolly, a recruitment led by Andrew Dumont
In the Media
Orrstown's new CEO says bank is in a position of strength
Orrstown Financial’s new CEO Adam Metz highlights the bank’s strong financial position, disciplined growth strategy, and well-planned leadership transition as it enters its next phase.
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