Caldwell

About Us

At Caldwell, our purpose is your mission. We partner with you to design and build extraordinary leadership teams who change the world.

Caldwell is an elite executive search firm trusted by established and growth-focused companies alike. For more than 50 years we have partnered with clients to shape leadership at the very highest levels of management and operations—across functions, geographies, and industries.

Our partners don’t just place leaders—they challenge assumptions, enable strategy, and prioritize long-term fit. We serve as true partners, offering strategy-backed search, data-driven assessments, and flexible talent solutions that align human capital with business imperatives.

Our commitment extends beyond the C-suite. Caldwell Advance identifies and empowers emerging leaders and rising executives who drive meaningful transformation. Caldwell Analytics delivers science-backed insight to align talent with business strategy—reducing risk and accelerating performance.

Built through repeat clients and referrals, Caldwell delivers clarity and results without arrogance or shortcuts. Because for us, talent isn’t a transaction—it’s the difference between potential and performance.

Industry-leading NPS scores, 74% repeat business – we’re trusted by clients who expect more. For clients seeking substance over scale, we’re the confident voice that listens—and leads.

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At Caldwell, they have assembled an elite team of partners with hands-on experience and extensive industry knowledge across all major industries at the very highest levels of management and operations. Its search teams are successful in working across a broad range of sectors, from early-stage privately funded firms and foundations, to global organizations, institutions and all levels of government. They firm serves as consultants to clients on all matters pertaining to human capital needs, including succession planning, compensation assessment, recruitment strategies and competitive analyses.

In addition to executive search, the firm leverages skills and networks to also provide agile talent solutions in the form of flexible and on-demand advisory solutions for companies looking for support in strategy and operations.

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Solutions And Expertise

At Caldwell, their reputation–50 years in the making–has been built on transformative searches across functions and geographies at the very highest levels of management and operations. In addition to executive search, the firm leverages its skills and networks to also provide agile talent solutions in the form of flexible and on-demand advisory solutions for companies looking for support in strategy and operations.

Solutions
  • Assessment
  • Board Services
  • Executive Search
  • Interim
  • Onboarding
  • Recruitment Research
  • Succession Planning
Industries
Functions

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News Briefings

Caldwell Recruits CHRO for PFB Corporation

CHROs have become critical stakeholders in defining the strategy of a company. Their job description calls for them to tackle the HR challenges and evolving expectations of a dynamic workplace environment that will consist of constant change, calculated risk-taking, and evolving expectations from top stakeholders. Those well-equipped to achieve the greatest success will have diverse

Caldwell Revenues Fall 37.5 Percent

Toronto-based Caldwell posted Q3 revenues of $25.9 million (Canadian), a 37.5 percent decrease from a year ago. The firm reported a “suppressed hiring environment” impacted business in its fiscal third quarter. “Our third quarter professional fees of $25.9 million represents a 21 percent sequential increase from our second quarter and our return to profitability,” said John Wallace, CEO.

Caldwell Recruits Chief Technology Officer for Accelsius

The forces that shape the technology, internet, telecom, and IT services industries move at the speed of light. In these industries, having the right leaders—with the vision and ability to drive growth and innovation—is an absolute necessity. Jim Bethmann of Toronto-based Caldwell recently placed Richard Bonner as the new chief technology officer for Accelsius, which is working

Caldwell Posts 46 Percent Decline in Revenues

Toronto-based Caldwell posted Q2 revenues of $21.6 million (Canadian), a 46 percent decrease from a year ago. The firm noted stabilization in overall hiring demand but at lower levels than the prior-year period. Caldwell reported $2.3million (Canadian) in restructuring expenses from staffing reductions at IQTalent. It also reported $266,000 (Canadian) in restructuring expenses in lease costs

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Press Releases

Caldwell Enhances Industrial Recruiting Capabilities With the Addition of Jennifer Anzalone

(Feb. 16, 2022) Retained executive search firm Caldwell (TSX: CWL; OTCQX: CWLPF) today announced a major enhancement to its industrial sector recruiting capabilities with the addition of Jenifer Anzalone as a principal in the Industrial Practice. “Jenifer’s combination of strong business acumen and highly-developed people skills make her an invaluable asset to our clients,” said Dave Winston,

Caldwell Enhances Private Equity & Technology Recruiting Capabilities With the Addition of Gordon Berridge to London Office

(Dec. 13, 2021) Retained executive search firm Caldwell (TSX: CWL; OTCQX: CWLPF) today announced a major enhancement to its private equity and technology recruiting capabilities with the addition of Gordon Berridge as a partner in the Private Equity & Venture Capital and Technology practices and based in the firm’s London office. “With a 12-year track record of

Caldwell Announces Acquisition of Applied Behavioral Academy

(Nov. 22, 2021) Technology-powered talent acquisition firm Caldwell Partners (TSX: CWL; OTCQX: CWLPF) today announced it has acquired Applied Behavioral Academy (ABA), a behavioral and cognitive psychometrics consultancy that leverages highly respected, results-driven tools to assess talent and to align people and business strategies, driving better business results. Coincident with the acquisition, the company also

Caldwell Partners’ David Windley Named to Savoy Magazine’s 2021 Most Influential Black Corporate Directors

(Nov. 1, 2021) Technology-powered talent acquisition firm Caldwell Partners (TSX: CWL; OTCQX: CWLPF) announced that David Windley, a member of the company’s board, has been named to Savoy Magazine’s 2021 Most Influential Black Corporate Directors list, an elite representation of African American executives, influencers and achievers who are active on the boards of the world’s

Canada’s Leading Executives Share Learnings and Insights on the Pandemic

(Oct. 25, 2021) Retained executive search firm Caldwell (TSX: CWL; OTCQX: CWLPF) released a special report titled ‘Leading in the New Normal,’ discussing board and leadership lessons learned from the pandemic and what boards and senior leadership must contend with going forward. Over the course of the pandemic, Caldwell hosted 32 Leadership Roundtable sessions with

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Multimedia

Whitepapers:
Utilities at the Eye of the Storm
Navigating Protectionism and Tariffs: The Critical Role of Strategic Chief Supply Chain Officers
The Leadership Crisis in AI
Harnessing AI Responsibly
Cybersecurity in Business
21st CENTURY LEADERSHIP: Embracing Dynamic Transformation in Times of Rapid Change
Harnessing AI Responsibly
The How Matters
Eight Qualities of a Successful PE-Backed CFO
The CEO Succession Playbook
Recruiting Transformational Talent: When relevant leaders are in short supply
From Silos to Solutions: Unlocking corporate potential with AI Leadership
Caldwell Conversations: Lisa Dolly
Au Revoir, Innovation?
Navigating the New Normal
Winning the Talent War
Considerations For an Inclusive Search and Selection Process
The Buyer’s Guide to Executive Search: How to choose the right recruitment partner
The Digital Future of MedTech: Navigating a path to improved patient outcomes and business performance
Leading in the New Normal: Board and leadership lessons from the pandemic
MedTech Digitization in Asia Pacific: How digital challenges and opportunities are reshaping the industry
Diversity Matters
Leaning Into the Turn
Role of Marketing in Professional Services Firms
Nimble Continuity Planning
Leading in a Crisis
Navigating Uncharted Waters in Uncertain Times

Featured Articles:
AI-Enhanced Executive Search: Where Technology Meets Expertise
Top IT Exec Recruiter Weighs In On Talent Trends Today
Business Leaders Expect Protracted Recovery and a Changing Business Landscape
High-Profile CEO Transitions Could be Just the Tip of the Iceberg When it Comes to Executive Turnover
Two in 100: ‘Alarming’ Lack of Female CEOs Among Top TSX Companies
Retailers and Airlines Are Not Hiring But There is Hope for White-Collar Job Seekers
Cannabis Executive Turnover Continues as Supreme CEO Departs and Investors Abandon Sector

Webinars:
Navigating the AI Revolution with Eric Anderson, Dr. Bahar Sateli and Geoff Smith
In our latest webinar, learn more about how to stay competitive and supercharge your organization in navigating the AI revolution.
Gain Leadership Insights from Executive Leaders Across North America on Caldwell’s Leadership Roundtable Series

Said to be “required listening/watching in all boardrooms as context to action and support the kind of initiatives mentioned,” watch Caldwell’s recent Leadership Roundtable webinar focusing on anti-black systemic racism and diversity in the C-Suite