Press Release
University of Toronto Appoints New Chief of Government Relations
Boyden is pleased to share the appointment news of Forrest Parlee, a recruitment co-led by Nick Chambers & Mike Young
Richard Rankin
Senior Associate, Canada
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
Case Studies
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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.
A Time-Critical CFO Hire for a Scaling, PE-Backed Manufacturer
Boyden partnered with a private equity-backed leader in automated test systems to execute a Partner-led search with disciplined assessment and rapid momentum, identifying a finalist within two weeks and closing the mandate within 60 days.
Transforming Operations in a Family-Owned Medical Device Business
Thought Leadership
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Articles & Papers
In Search of the Elusive Bilingual Executives: Beyond a hope, a prayer, and a dream
Featuring Marie-Hélène Gaudreault, Leader in Boyden’s Social Impact Practice
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.
Articles & Papers
Part 3: In Search of the Elusive Bilingual Executives: Beyond a hope, a prayer, and a dream
Featuring Marie-Hélène Gaudreault, Leader in Boyden’s Social Impact Practice
Blog
No Passengers: How Shared Accountability Drives Organizational Momentum
Discover how shared accountability fuels high-performing cultures, with insights from Netflix and strategies to overcome common barriers like blame culture and misaligned incentives.
Media
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Board Journey 360 Fireside Series featuring President & CEO of IRICoR, Nadine Beauger
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Board Journey 360 Fireside Series featuring energy executive and corporate director, Judith Athaide
Video
THE CHRO AGENDA: CEO & C-Suite Succession & Leadership Continuity
Video
Breakfast with Boyden: Jeanie Kim & Kathy Ash
Video
News & Events
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Press Release
U of G Names New Dean, College of Computational, Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Boyden is pleased to share the appointment news of Dr. Stacey Scott, a recruitment co-led by Kathy Rahme & Collin Ritch
Press Release
Toronto Police Service Board Appoints New Chief Administrative Officer
Boyden is pleased to share the appointment news of Maria Duran-Schneider, a recruitment led by Andrew Dumont
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