Lock Search Group Forms Alliance with Red Bull Canada
April 3, 2026 – Toronto-headquartered executive recruitment firm Lock Search Group has formed a partnership with Red Bull Canada to help build out the leadership team at their new Frazer Valley facility in Chilliwack BC. The firm is actively recruiting for their new technical manager position. “This is a unique opportunity to join a globally recognized brand during a foundational phase — and to be part of something that’s just getting started,” Lock Search Group said in a LinkedIn post.
Red Bull Canada is the Canadian subsidiary of Red Bull GmbH, the Austria-based global energy drink company, and is responsible for the marketing, distribution, and brand activation of Red Bull products across the country. Headquartered in Toronto, the business operates within the beverage manufacturing sector, focusing on canned energy drinks while supporting a broader strategy built around sports, media, and lifestyle marketing initiatives.
With offices across Canada and parts of the U.S., Lock Search Group is an executive search and recruitment firm with a track record of success. Every consultant at Lock has held a leadership role in the industry they now recruit for. The firm’s search consultants have an average tenure of 12 years.
Jack Gawen and Ben Lamarche are managing directors of Lock. Over the course of more than 17 years, Mr. Gawen has played significant roles for such market leaders as Ceridian, American Express and Workopolis. He comes to Lock with direct experience in delivering results for enterprises large and small. Mr. Gawen has been at the forefront of establishing and building sales divisions from the ground up. His passion for winning, success, and client focus are the key factors in his development.
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Mr. Lamarche has been with the Lock family for over 15 years, working initially out of Montreal and now based in the Toronto office. He started his recruitment career in life sciences. Mr. Lamarche has extensive experience in managing complex recruitment projects. In the last few years, he has had success in managing true leadership roles (CEO, president, GM, COO, CFO) within a number of organizations.
Toronto’s Executive Search Market Heats
The Canadian job market is showing signs of resilience despite ongoing economic pressures. While higher interest rates and slowing consumer demand have created challenges in sectors like real estate and retail, the country continues to experience steady demand for workers in healthcare, technology, and skilled trades. Immigration remains a key driver of labor force growth, with Canada relying on newcomers to fill critical shortages, particularly in nursing, construction, and IT. Wage growth has moderated compared to the rapid increases of the past two years, but employers are still competing for top talent in specialized fields.
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Overall, recruiters tell Hunt Scanlon Media that the market reflects a mix of caution and opportunity, with workers facing more competition for roles in certain industries, while others—especially essential services and emerging tech—remain in strong need of skilled professionals.
Mr. Gawen and Mr. Lamarche recently sat down with Hunt Scanlon Media to discuss the state of the executive search market in Toronto, where competition for leadership talent has reached unprecedented levels. To read the full interview please click here!
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Contributed by Scott A. Scanlon, Editor-in-Chief; Dale M. Zupsansky, Executive Editor – Hunt Scanlon Media
