Odgers Executive and Leadership Team

Caroline Dever, the Partner, Global Board and Chief Executive Officer. Healthcare at Odgers, directs the firm's strategic initiatives within the medical and life sciences sectors. Overseeing high-level board appointments, the Partner, Global Board and Chief Executive Officer. Healthcare ensures that healthcare organizations secure visionary leaders capable of navigating complex regulatory environments. This leadership role involves managing global search mandates and advising boards on long-term succession planning. By aligning executive talent with institutional goals, Caroline Dever drives significant growth for clients across international markets. The Partner, Global Board and Chief Executive Officer. Healthcare maintains rigorous standards for candidate assessment, ensuring that every placement enhances the operational capacity of the client organization. Through deep industry expertise, the Partner, Global Board and Chief Executive Officer. Healthcare fosters sustainable leadership ecosystems that support innovation and patient care excellence on a global scale.

Emily McGonigle, the Principal, Chief Financial Officer and Financial Officers Practice, Odgers Canada at Odgers, leads the recruitment of financial leadership talent within the North American market. Overseeing the identification of top-tier financial executives, the Principal, Chief Financial Officer and Financial Officers Practice, Odgers Canada ensures that organizations possess the fiscal expertise required for long-term stability. This leadership role involves assessing candidates for complex financial roles and advising clients on market compensation trends. By connecting high-caliber financial professionals with growing enterprises, Emily McGonigle drives organizational success and fiscal health. The Principal, Chief Financial Officer and Financial Officers Practice, Odgers Canada collaborates with the broader search team to maintain a robust pipeline of financial talent. Through strategic networking and deep market insight, the Principal, Chief Financial Officer and Financial Officers Practice, Odgers Canada secures the firm's reputation as a premier partner for financial executive recruitment.

Alicia Chea, the Manager, Chief Financial Officer Practice and People Culture at Odgers, directs the internal culture initiatives while supporting the recruitment of financial leadership talent. Overseeing the integration of human capital strategies, the Manager, Chief Financial Officer Practice and People Culture ensures that the firm attracts and retains top-tier internal talent. This leadership role involves managing the candidate experience for financial roles and fostering an inclusive environment that reflects the firm's diversity consulting expertise. By aligning internal culture with external search excellence, Alicia Chea drives organizational cohesion and performance. The Manager, Chief Financial Officer Practice and People Culture coordinates with the financial practice team to refine recruitment methodologies and candidate engagement strategies. Through a focus on people-centric leadership, the Manager, Chief Financial Officer Practice and People Culture strengthens the firm's ability to deliver exceptional service to clients seeking financial leadership.

Ross Woledge, the Partner and Head, Chief Financial Officer Practice at Odgers, architects the strategic direction for the firm's financial executive search division. Overseeing the placement of senior financial officers, the Partner and Head, Chief Financial Officer Practice ensures that clients secure leaders capable of managing complex capital structures and financial reporting requirements. This leadership role involves advising boards on the critical competencies needed for modern financial stewardship. By driving the search process for high-impact financial roles, Ross Woledge supports the growth and resilience of client organizations. The Partner and Head, Chief Financial Officer Practice collaborates with other practice leaders to ensure a holistic approach to executive search. Through deep market knowledge and a focus on long-term value creation, the Partner and Head, Chief Financial Officer Practice secures the firm's position as a leader in the financial executive search sector.

Deborah Lucas, the Chief Operating Officer at Odgers, manages the internal infrastructure and service delivery frameworks that support the firm's executive search operations. Overseeing daily business functions, the Chief Operating Officer ensures that internal processes remain scalable and efficient across all regional offices. This leadership role involves optimizing resource allocation and implementing technology solutions that enhance the candidate identification process. By streamlining operational workflows, Deborah Lucas directly impacts the speed and quality of executive placements for clients. The Chief Operating Officer coordinates with department heads to maintain high service standards and operational consistency. Through meticulous oversight of internal systems, the Chief Operating Officer secures the firm's competitive advantage in the global search market. This role requires constant monitoring of performance metrics to ensure that the firm meets the evolving needs of diverse business and non-profit organizations.