
Partner at Kinley & Connelly
Toronto, Canada Area

Partner at Kinley & Connelly
Toronto, Canada Area
I am a highly motivated, organized, and charismatic individual who embraces business challenges and succeeds at selling, relationship development, and driving strategy in competitive environments.
I have a natural ability for communicating and coordinating with a variety of people and hold proven leadership, problem solving, and natural sales skills. I have developed these qualities through a history of assisting customers, managing projects and people, being a member of sports teams and orchestrating events and multi-platform marketing strategies.
I am interested in the business creation process and I strive to provide a positive, professional influence on those around me.
(Privately Held; Staffing and Recruiting industry)
July 2009 — Present (6 months)
Executive Search
Changing the leadership at the top of an organization or a department represents a major change for everyone. Selecting the right leader at the right time and with the right mandate is a critical undertaking for Boards and CEOs.
Leadership Assessment
The Hudson Institute's study, Workforce 2000, and a later update, Workforce 2010; David Foote's work with the University of Toronto on demographics; and McKinsey's War on Talent provide strong evidence that we are facing a widening skill gap and a shortage of talent over the next 15 years.
Board Services
Kinley & Connelly, complemented by the expertise of a small network of seasoned professionals such as Dr. Elaine Todres, offers a full range of governance services with regards to Board Composition, Board Mandates, Board Development, Board Evaluation, and Board Search.
Transition Management
Succession planning is a proactive approach to leadership transition. Continuity of leadership keeps the momentum of business plans moving forward. This cannot happen without the ongoing stewardship of Boards and CEOs.
Interim Services
Kinley & Connelly's Interim Executive Service is an innovative solution aimed at providing high-quality, seasoned executives for short-term assignments. These top resources are fully vetted and ready when you need them, and for as long as you need them.