Client Profile A privately held, growth-oriented organization based in the GTA, experiencing accelerated growth across operations, multi-sites & headcount, and organizational complexity. ⸻ The Challenge The company was entering a new phase of growth—one that required stronger financial leadership at the strategic level. While the incumbent CFO had served the business well historically, their strengths were rooted primarily in HR oversight and financial maintenance. As the org

Both candidates and employers will experience significant changes as part of the Employment Standards Act (ESA) amendments. Effective January 1, 2026, hiring managers in companies with more than 25 employees will need to adapt their practices significantly to ensure compliance, and we're here to help! Some of these changes centre around public job posting transparency, ensuring that candidates have all the necessary information about the positions they are applying for. This

As we wrap up our 40 th  anniversary year, we are proud to highlight the significant partnerships we've formed with exceptional clients, assisting them in building robust senior finance and C-Suite teams.   “This anniversary is a celebration of the relationships we’ve built over four decades,” shares Paul Verriez , Chairman of Verriez. “It’s been an incredible journey; I don’t know where the time has gone. When you love what you do, helping to change people's lives for the be

The importance of having exceptional talent in the C-Suite is more critical than ever. How can you make sure your company is well-positioned, with the best leadership? A well-structured pipeline! Planning ahead not only ensures the longevity of effective leadership but also makes your organization better able to handle adversity. But the challenge isn’t merely finding good talent; it’s also about keeping and shaping great leaders. Here are five key strategies to build a robus

We don’t know about anyone else, but 2025 has flown by!  Have you started planning for 2026 yet? If you haven’t, there’s no time to waste. You’ll need exceptional talent to thrive: senior leadership plays a critical role in steering a company's direction, making the recruitment of top-tier executives a vital step in ensuring sustained growth and success in 2026 and beyond. Whether your organization is expanding or seeking replacements for key roles, decisions surrounding seni

As the holiday season and the end of the year draw near, many businesses typically pause their hiring efforts. However, this approach is not necessarily the most strategic choice. In fact, the holiday period presents a prime opportunity to assess your talent acquisition needs and prepare for a seamless transition into the new year. Here are four key reasons to focus on talent acquisition during this time: Leveraging Holiday Networking The holiday season is a traditional time

Finding the right leaders for C-suite positions is more critical than ever, but it’s also incredibly challenging. These executive roles shape company culture, drive strategic direction, and significantly influence overall performance, so if you get it wrong, it’s costly to your bottom line and your reputation. By outsourcing recruitment for C-suite roles, businesses can leverage expertise, expand their networks, and streamline the hiring process. Among the top strategies is c

Onboarding a senior-level hire, like a finance leader or a C-suite executive, is not the same as giving a new hire a laptop and an org chart. These are senior players who shape strategy, influence culture, and are often judged faster and more harshly. The challenges: aligning expectations, integrating into the leadership team, transferring institutional knowledge, and enabling quick impact without alienating existing staff. 1. Start with a Strategic 90-Day Plan (Before Day On

The CEO role has continued to expand because beyond profitability and growth, CEOs must now blend strategic vision with operational rigor, social responsibility, and technological stewardship. The modern CEO wears many hats: culture custodian, chief technologist, crisis architect, and ethical steward. Key skills that define effective CEOs now: Emotional Intelligence and People Skills CEOs must lead with empathy and human-centered judgment. Hybrid and asynchronous workplaces r

Large language models are rewriting the rules of recruiting. For hiring managers, this is a whole new ball game. You’re no longer just evaluating people; you’re evaluating the people who are writing the prompts . It’s a huge challenge to spot genuine experience. But don’t panic. There are smart ways to navigate this brave new hiring world without losing your mind (or your humanity). Here’s how to deal with AI’s growing influence in job applications—and maybe even use it to yo

When a senior leader leaves, or when you're creating a new strategic role, finding the right person is critical. For mid-sized companies in manufacturing, construction, logistics, tech, services, and similar sectors, the impact of a single executive hire can be significant. While handling the search internally may seem cost-effective, working with a retained executive search firm often delivers better results, faster. Here's why: 1. Stay Focused on the Business Executive sear

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