Boyden Executive and Leadership Team

Putney Westerfield, the Chairman and President and Chief Executive Officer (1986 - 1992) at Boyden, directs the overarching strategic vision for the firm. Overseeing the expansion of executive search capabilities, the Chairman and President and Chief Executive Officer (1986 - 1992) ensures that the organization maintains a competitive edge in the global talent advisory market. This leadership role involves fostering high-level relationships with corporate boards and senior stakeholders to drive long-term growth. By aligning internal resources with the evolving needs of international clients, Putney Westerfield secures the firm's reputation as a premier boutique consultancy. The Chairman and President and Chief Executive Officer (1986 - 1992) also manages the integration of leadership consulting solutions across diverse geographic regions. Through rigorous oversight of corporate governance and operational standards, the Chairman and President and Chief Executive Officer (1986 - 1992) sustains the firm's commitment to excellence in talent acquisition and organizational development.

Mark Truglio, the Chief Financial Officer at Boyden, manages the fiscal health and long-term financial strategy of the organization. Overseeing global budgeting, financial reporting, and capital allocation, the Chief Financial Officer ensures that the firm possesses the resources required to sustain its international growth. This leadership role involves monitoring market trends to provide actionable financial guidance to the board and senior management. By optimizing revenue streams and controlling operational costs, Mark Truglio supports the firm's ability to provide high-quality leadership consulting and interim management services. The Chief Financial Officer also coordinates with regional leaders to ensure compliance with diverse international tax and regulatory frameworks. Through the implementation of robust financial controls and transparent reporting practices, the Chief Financial Officer maintains the fiscal integrity of the firm, ultimately enabling the organization to continue its mission of delivering premier talent advisory solutions across all major business markets.

Gary Pikul, the Chief Technology Officer at Boyden, architects the digital infrastructure necessary to support global executive search operations. Overseeing the implementation of advanced data analytics and secure communication platforms, the Chief Technology Officer ensures that the firm maintains seamless connectivity across all international offices. This leadership role involves optimizing the technological stack to enhance the efficiency of talent mapping and candidate assessment processes. By driving digital transformation initiatives, Gary Pikul directly impacts the firm's ability to deliver rapid, data-driven insights to clients worldwide. The Chief Technology Officer also collaborates with the executive team to mitigate cybersecurity risks and protect sensitive client information. Through the continuous evaluation of emerging technologies, the Chief Technology Officer maintains the firm's position at the forefront of the talent advisory industry, ensuring that all digital tools remain aligned with the core mission of connecting great companies with great leaders.

Donna Lord, the Executive Team Assistant at Boyden, coordinates the complex administrative workflows that support the firm's senior leadership. Overseeing the scheduling of high-stakes client meetings and board engagements, the Executive Team Assistant ensures that the executive team remains focused on strategic talent advisory initiatives. This leadership role involves managing internal communications and facilitating the flow of information between global offices to maintain operational efficiency. By streamlining administrative processes, Donna Lord directly impacts the productivity of the firm's leadership. The Executive Team Assistant also manages the logistics of international travel and project coordination, ensuring that the firm's consultants can effectively serve clients anywhere they conduct business. Through meticulous attention to detail and proactive problem-solving, the Executive Team Assistant supports the seamless execution of executive search and leadership consulting projects, contributing to the overall success of the firm's mission to connect great companies with great leaders.