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About Us

Odgers was founded in 1965 and has since grown into a global leader in executive search and leadership advisory. With 62 offices across 33 countries, we bring together deep functional, and sector expertise built over six decades. Our global network, paired with rich local insight, enables us to deliver seamless, integrated solutions that help clients thrive in every market across six continents.

Our work impacts peoples’ lives and drives our clients’ success. It is a privilege to help build the world’s best leadership teams, a trusted role we never take for granted.

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Our Team

Abby Abruzzo

Managing Director

Anthony Batchelor

Chief Commercial Officer and Head of Technology + Professional Services Practices, Canada

Eric Beaudan

Partner and Global Head of Leadership Advisory Practice

Brad Belanger

Partner and Co-Head of Financial Services Practice, Canada

Brad Beveridge

President + Chief Executive Officer, Canada

Angela Bond

Partner and Head of Real Estate Practice, Canada

Russell Boyle

Partner, Financial Services Practice

Margaret Campbell

Partner and Head of Municipal Practice, Canada

Julie Choi, PhD

Principal and Head of Assessment Services, Canada

Roberta Chow

Partner and Head of CPG, Retail & Cannabis Practices

Tracy Cocivera

Partner and Head of Executive + Team Coaching Services, Canada

Tim Condon

Principal, Global Life Sciences Practice

Rob Crawford

Partner, Financial Services Practice

Michael Fitzgerald

Partner, Financial Services Practice

Clarke Havener

Partner, Aerospace, Defense, & Security Practice

Glen Johnson

Partner, Interim Practice

Linda Kearschner

Principal, Transportation & Infrastructure Practice

Joanna Kraft

Partner and Head of Leadership Advisory Practice, Canada

Hari Krishnaswami

Partner, Financial Services Practice

Hei Wai Kwan

Partner, Co-Head of Financial Services Practice, Canada

Katherine LeBlanc

Partner, Consumer Practice

Mercedes LeGrand

Partner and Head of Global Aerospace, Defense, & Security Practice

Rupert Lion

Partner, Global Technology, Media + Gaming and Head of Scale Up Collective. USA

Collin MacLeod

Partner, Head of the Healthcare Practice

Kevin McKeon

Managing Partner, Head of Financial Services, USA

Robby Meara

Principal, Industrial Practice

Henry Miller

Chairman, Global Life Sciences Practice

Eloise Moodie

Partner and Head of Succession Services, Canada

Kristen Nande

Principal, U.S. Association & Corporate Affairs Practice

Gary Payne

Partner, Leadership Advisory Practice

Charles Preusse

Managing Partner, Chair of Financial Services, USA

Robert Quinn

Partner and Global Head of Industrial Practice

Besty Roach

Principal, Public Impact Practice

Julia Robarts

Partner and Head of Education Practice, Canada

Robert C. Satterwhite, PhD, ACC

Partner and Head of Leadership Advisory Practice, USA

Peter Schineller

Partner and Head of Life Sciences, USA

Trevor Smith

Partner, Industrial Practice and Head and of Energy Practice, Canada

Kim Stangeby, PhD

Partner and Head of Board + CEO Advisory, Canada

Andrew Supiano

Partner, Industrial Practice

Cathy Whitehouse

Partner, Financial Services Practice

Derek Wilkinson

Partner & Global Co-Head, Public Impact Practice

Ross Woledge

Partner and Head of CFO Practice, North America

Conrad Woody

Managing Partner, Washington Office - Head of the U.S. Association and Corporate Affairs Practice at Odgers Berndtson

Mats-Ola Bydell

Partner, Industrial Practice

Alex Thomson

Head, Asset Management Practice Boston

Catherine Bass Black

Head of Industrial, USA

Kennon Kincaid

CEO - Odgers USA

With partners based in 30 countries, we combine local insights with a global network of search experts.

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Solutions And Expertise

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Solutions And Expertise

Solutions

Executive Search
Interim Leadership
Leadership Advisory

Industries

Associations & Corporate Affairs
Business Services
Consumer
Education
Family-Owned Businesses
Financial Services
Industrial
Life Sci./Healthcare
Media & Entertainment
Private Equity
Public & Social Sector
Sports
Sustainability
Technology
Venture Capital

Functions

Board/Governance
CEO/President
CFO
Corporate Affairs
Digital
HR
Legal
People & Culture
Procurement & Supply Chain
Risk & Compliance
Sales & Marketing

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News Briefings

Odgers Berndtson Leading CFO Search for World Energy

Odgers Berndtson was recently called in by World Energy to lead in its search for a new CFO. Emily McGonigle is leading the assignment. “We are delighted to be conducting the search for CFO at World Energy,” Odgers Berndtson said in a LinkedIn post. “This role will involve being a strategic member of the World Energy

Odgers Berndtson Names Head of Scale Up Collective U.S.

Odgers Berndtson has appointed Rupert Lion as partner, technology practice and head of Scale Up Collective U.S. “We are excited to welcome Rupert to our team during this pivotal moment for the tech industry, marked by unprecedented innovation,” said Kennon Kincaid, CEO, Odgers Berndtson U.S. “Rupert will make an immediate impact, ensuring our clients have access to

Odgers Berndtson Aligns U.S. and Canadian Businesses

Odgers Berndtson has announced that their businesses in the United States and Canada will implement a unified go-to-market strategy; thereby, further enhancing the firm’s ability to offer industry-specific expertise and market intelligence for clients operating on both sides of the border. As part of this alignment, the firm will continue to offer a full suite of integrated

Odgers Berndtson Names Head of the Canadian Education Practice

Executive search firm Odgers Berndtson has named Julia Robarts as country as head of the Canadian education practice. Ms. Robarts joined Odgers Berndtson 17 years ago and has become a trusted advisor to universities, colleges, and schools across the country. “I’m very happy to share that I’ll be leading our work across the country as head of

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Press Releases

Odgers Berndtson appoints Julie McKeen firm’s new Head of Media

Odgers Berndtson, a leading global executive search firm with offices in more than 30 countries around the world, has appointed Julie McKeen as the firm’s new Head of Media, following increasing demand for existing and newly emerging leadership roles across the entertainment and media sector. Julie will work with broadcasters, content creators and media agencies to place

Odgers Berndtson Announces Recruitment of Dr. William A. LaPlante to Lead The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory

NEW YORK, Sept. 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Odgers Berndtson, a leading global executive search firm, is pleased to announce the successful recruitment of Dr. William A. LaPlante, senior vice president at The MITRE Corporation, to lead The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory as its next president and chief executive officer. Dr. LaPlante will assume his position on October 3 when Francis Kearney, interim

John Hambley Joins U.S. Odgers Berndtson as Principal in the Aerospace, Defense & National Security practice

NEW YORK, June 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Odgers Berndtson is pleased to announce that John Hambley has joined the firm as a Principal in the firm’s Aerospace, Defense & National Security sector. John has more than 10 years of experience in executive search and consulting roles. He was previously with Korn Ferry as a Principal in Its Aerospace & Defense Practice as

Odgers Berndtson Recruits Sean Sullivan as Chief Financial Officer of Vx

NEW YORK, May 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Odgers Berndtson is pleased to announce the successful recruitment of Sean Sullivan as Chief Financial Officer of Vx, an equipment leasing firm that combines deep aviation experience with unique financial insight. Sullivan, previously Head of Americas at AerCap, will oversee finance, accounting, and acquisitions for Vx. He will lead Vx’s efforts to raise

Clarke Havener Joins U.S. Odgers Berndtson as Vice Chairman, Head of Board Services, and as Partner in the Aerospace, Defense & National Security practice

NEW YORK, March 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Odgers Berndtson is pleased to announce that Clarke Havener has joined the firm as Vice Chairman, Head of Board Services, and as a member of the firm’s Aerospace, Defense & National Security sector. Clarke has more than 35 years of experience in executive search and talent advisory roles.

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