Press Release
Miami Boutique WMB Partners Merges with Global Talent Firm Boyden
Merger adds 70 years of cross-cultural experience to Boyden’s US Executive Search practice
Virginia Tomazela
Managing Associate, United States
Virginia Tomazela is an accomplished executive search generalist and HR leader with 20 years’ experience. Her background includes partnering extensively with C-level and other executives to develop organizational development strategies aimed at optimizing business performance through human capital. An expert in full-cycle recruitment, she has a strong track record in the U.S. and Latin America.
Professional Focus
- 20 years’ experience in executive search and HR leadership
- Deep expertise in talent acquisition, organizational effectiveness, strategic partnerships, change management, talent development and management, HR policy implementation, succession planning, and stakeholder engagement
- Broad industry expertise spanning hospitality/travel, consumer products, industrial, and technology
- Extensive experience developing global talent strategies for multinationals in various industries throughout North America and Latin America
- Native Portuguese, fluent in English and Spanish
Business Expertise
- Senior Executive Search Consultant at a boutique executive search firm, based in Miami metro area
- Senior HR Business Partner at Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.; based in Miami metro area
- Senior HR Talent Acquisition - Americas at Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company; responsible for recruitment for executive, leadership, and other roles in Florida and Latin America; based in Miami
- HR Business Partner Manager at Heineken Brazil; based in São Paulo, Brazil
- HR Coordinator - HR Business Partner at Diageo; served as HRBP for five corporate areas, Paraguay and Uruguay teams; promoted from HR Talent Acquisition Coordinator; based in São Paulo, Brazil
- Human Resources Senior Specialist - Talent Acquisition at HP; promoted from Human Resources Analyst - Talent Acquisition; based in São Paulo, Brazil
- Human Resources Analyst at Marcyn Ltda, Brazil
Sector Expertise
- Travel, Hospitality & Leisure
- Industrial
- Consumer Products - FMCG
- Technology
Education & Certifications
- Bachelor’s degree in psychology from Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie, Brazil
- Master's degree in strategic people management models in business administration from FIA Business School (FIA/FEA/USP), Brazil
- Strategic Human Resources Management Certificate, Cornell University
- Change Management Certificate Program, Prosci
Case Studies
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Building a High-Performance HR Function for a Multi-Site Laboratory Organization
Through collaboration with Boyden, the Chief People Officer of a PE-backed company secured two pivotal leaders, a Vice President of Human Resources and a Head of Talent Acquisition, to elevate human capital strategy, drive transformation, streamline recruitment, and strengthen enterprise alignment.
Strategic Board Renewal for a High-Growth Cybersecurity Leader
Boyden partnered with a publicly traded cybersecurity firm to appoint a transformative director whose reputation and leadership experience amplify the company’s strategic ambitions and market position.
From Transition to Transformation: CFO Leadership in Premium Wine Operations
How Boyden navigated a high-stakes CFO search for a global wine producer’s U.S. subsidiary.
Thought Leadership
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Articles & Papers
MedTech Leadership Succession & Next-Gen Executive Strategy
Discover why MedTech leadership succession is a strategic imperative—and how these companies can build strong, future-ready executive pipelines.
Articles & Papers
Navigating Uncertainty: Global Instability Reshapes the Private Equity Playbook
In this edition of Navigating Uncertainty, explore how global instability is reshaping private equity as firms adapt through diversification, defensive strategies, and AI-driven value creation to turn uncertainty into opportunity.
Articles & Papers
The 6 Types of CFOs and How To Find the Right Fit for Your Business
Looking at the 6 types of CFOs and their roles can help you think about finding a leader who aligns with your business strategy.
Blog
Finding the Right Talent to Lead Your Strategic Initiatives
One of the most difficult challenges real estate private equity managers face in finding executives to run product platforms or geographic sectors is the scarcity of leaders with the right blend of investment acumen, operational expertise, and sector-specific knowledge.
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