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Kraft Heinz Split: What Happens Now?
Patrick Reynolds has an active client roster spanning the private and public sectors, predominantly in industrial markets, including transportation/supply chain, energy and manufacturing. He also works with clients in retail, financial services and technology, bringing over 20 years of successful executive search experience to bear in assessing candidates for mission-critical roles.
Professional Focus
- More than 20 years’ experience in executive search
- Private and public sectors, with a focus on industrial markets including transportation/supply chain, energy and manufacturing, as well as retail, financial services and technology
Business Expertise
- Previously ran a business unit in British Columbia for major Canadian retailer, Canadian Tire
Additional Expertise
- Board Consulting
- CEO Search
- Director Search
- Financial Services
- Infrastructure & Transportation
- Mining & Primary Materials
- Supply Chain & Logistics
- Technology
Areas of Expertise
Education & Certifications
- Bachelor of Arts in Economics from University of British Columbia
- Canadian Securities Course
- Graduate of Leadership Vancouver
Affiliations & Awards
- Senior roles with organizations benefiting BC Wheelchair Sports, BC Wheelchair Basketball, Little Mountain Baseball, Vancouver Community Baseball, Vancouver Westside Minor Softball Association, United Way, Canucks for Kids Foundation, BC Special Olympics
- Volunteer for Vancouver 2010 Olympic Games
- Coached Canadian Champion Little Mountain Baseball All-Star Team, representing Canada at Little League World Series
Case Studies
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Power in Growth: Boyden's Strategic COO Recruitment for a Leading Agro-Industry Giant
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.
From Innovation to Execution: Leadership in Power Semiconductor Development
How Boyden placed a strategic SVP to drive e-mobility growth
Empowering Innovation: Appointing a Regional R&D Leader in FMCG
Boyden places a high-impact R&D executive to drive innovation and transformation across a global consumer goods portfolio
Thought Leadership
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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.
Articles & Papers
PE/VC Trends Report: Technology Edition
Articles & Papers
FinTech Trends Report: Edition 1
Perspectives from Boyden’s FinTech Experts
Articles & Papers
The CFO to CEO Pathway: What Boards Look for in Leader
From financial steward to enterprise leader—seen at Signal Energy and measured by what boards value most.
Media
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Board Journey 360 Fireside Series featuring President & CEO of IRICoR, Nadine Beauger
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
Big Food splits: Smart move or strategic misstep?
An overview of recent Big Food splits, including Unilever and Kraft Heinz, exploring whether demergers are strategic growth opportunities or risky moves amid investor skepticism and operational challenges.
In the Media
Unilever joins Big Food shake-up
Unilever’s potential exit from its Foods division could reshape Big Food, triggering supply‑chain shifts, leadership changes, and major competitive realignment.
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