ROYER THOMPSON - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Partner
- Partner, VP Recruitment
Amy leads the firm's executive recruitment practice and has almost 20 years of recruitment and talent acquisition industry expertise. Amy has earned a reputation for working with integrity, honesty and a deep commitment to long lasting relationships.
Job Titles:
- Senior Consultant
- Senior Consultant in Royer Thompson 's HR Advisory Services
Angela is a Senior Consultant in Royer Thompson's HR Advisory Services practice and brings deep experience designing and delivering innovative programs in talent acquisition, talent management, and employee experience. Prior to joining the firm, Angela spent over 15 years in senior HR leadership roles, leading in-house HR practices and operations in post-secondary and private environments.
Angela is known for integrity, trust, curiosity, and nurturing client relationships through listening and evaluating possibilities. Her top priority is to listen deeply to build forward-thinking plans for individual and organizational growth.
Angela has a Master's degree in business administration (MBA) from St Mary's University, and an Undergrad from Cape Breton University (CBU)
Angela holds a Certificate in Process Improvement, a Talent Management Certificate and is actively pursuing her CHRP
Angela serves on the Board of Directors with TeamWork Cooperative, A Nova Scotia Works Organization focused on inclusive employment
Angela also serves on the Partnership Development team with the Migraine World Summit
Outside of work, Angela spending time with family and friends, cooking, and walking outdoors.
Ann provides professional guidance in organizational behaviour and design. Ann's work is underpinned by her knowledge and expertise in human resource management, human rights and diversity and inclusion. Ann's passion is mentoring women, particularly women of colour to succeed and create their own destiny.
Job Titles:
- Senior Consultant
- Diversity Consultant
Charla is a diversity consultant and has focused her career on assisting under-represented community members to gain their "voice" and sustainable employment. Charla has an extensive background in employment equity and diversity, and is known for her work in developing and delivering effective cultural competency workshops.
Job Titles:
- Senior Consultant
- Senior Consultant, Moncton
Claire is a bilingual senior consultant with over 25-years of experience in all facets of human resources management. She assists and coaches executives, leaders, and other key individuals through leadership, change management and other HR challenges.
As an Associate, Dominique is a key member of the executive recruitment practice whose project management, administration, client services, and research skills help deliver meaningful results to search committees, candidates, and colleagues. She is a highly accomplished and trusted professional with a broad background and experience in human resource management, general business management, operations, project management, hospitality, and education.
With a natural curiosity and interest in research, Dominique is very analytical and methodological. Her highly committed and empathetic nature helps her understand and embrace different scenarios and perspectives while delivering exceptional customer service, quality, and care.
Erica is an enthusiastic and results-driven advisor in Executive Recruitment. She is a strategic recruitment professional with a decade of experience in talent attraction and higher education. She has a strong focus on process and ensures the highest level of service delivery for both clients and candidates.
Greg works across all practices at Royer Thompson supporting clients with executive recruitment, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness. Greg has 20-years of leadership insight and experience in the financial and advisory services sector.
Jenna joined Royer Thompson in February 2021 as the Client Services Manager and gained a keen interest in Executive Recruitment transitioning to the Executive Recruitment Coordinator. Jenna now holds the title of Associate contributing to all aspects of the executive recruitment practice providing support through project administration, project management, recruitment documentation, project research, candidate sourcing, and correspondence. Jenna has a passion for people and is client-oriented with strong organizational and people skills; she is caring and compassionate while helping others to meet their needs.
Jenny Ward is an entrepreneur, professional storyteller, and career transition coach. With 15+ years of HR and executive recruitment experience, Jenny empowers people to tell their personal and professional stories to get the career they want. Jenny fosters positive career development and success and has made it her mission to collaborate with goal-oriented professionals to create a meaningful impact in their working lives. Jenny's thoughtful client approach celebrates individuality and distinctive triumphs, and she believes in fierce self-advocacy and speaking to one's accomplishments rather than their responsibilities. Jenny partners with her clients to develop roadmaps and action plans to ensure they embrace their voice, live with intention, and catapult their professional impact in the world.
She understands that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to a high-yielding career. Under her direction and leadership, Jenny has helped realize the dreams of many professionals spanning multiple industries, including Fortune 100 - 500 companies such as The Walt Disney Company, Netflix, American Express, LinkedIn, and Google. Her work and message have been shared on LinkedIn, as well as on multiple podcasts including Brave New Girl, Life Over Brunch, The Change Diaries, and Below The Surface.
Outside of work, Jenny is an avid reader who enjoys cooking Indian food, traveling the world, and spending quality time with her toddler and husband. She is passionate about connecting people and is thrilled to be back in Nova Scotia after 20 years in NYC and Los Angeles.
Job Titles:
- Senior Consultant & Executive Coach
Judi provides consultation services in all areas of human resources including organizational development and design, coaching and mentorship, career transition, governance and executive evaluation. She is a former Deputy Minister for the Nova Scotia Department of Human Resources and Commissioner of the Public Service Commission.
Kim is responsible for the strategic direction and growth of the firm and has a 25- year track-record of executive management, entrepreneurship and leadership. Kim advises Boards, CEOs and executives on recruitment, leadership and organizational strategy. Throughout her career as an advisor to clients, Kim has focused on developing the whole person.
Former partner in a national public relations firm in Halifax and Toronto, leading teams, P/L responsibilities, quality assurance and business development
ICD.D accredited and serves on the Board of Directors of Medavie Inc., Medavie Health Foundation (Chair), Canadian Association of Blue Cross Plans and the Institute for Research on Public Policy
Previously served on the Board of Directors of NATIONAL Public Relations, CAA Maritimes, IWK Health Centre, Halifax Chamber of Commerce (Chair), St.F.X. University Board of Governors
Holds an Honours Political Science degree from St. Francis Xavier University
Outside of work, Kim enjoys making memories with family and friends, fresh air, and nesting.
Job Titles:
- Senior Consultant
- Senior Consultant, HR & Talent Management Advisory
Laura is passionate about talent management and organizational development. She brings a strategic focus and hands-on experience designing and implementing programs organization-wide. With expertise in leadership development, learning, performance management, and employee engagement, Laura is a trusted advisor to clients and colleagues.
Job Titles:
- Chief
- Office Manager
- Project Manager
Mariam serves as chief ambassador for our brand and values. She provides human resources support to team members, oversees firm-wide operations, and supports seamless and efficient project management. Through previous education and roles, she was able to gain knowledge and experience in various office management tasks and was exposed to and participated in Human Resources support.
Holds an Advance diploma in Human Resources Management from NSCC with a CPHR designation. Mariam also holds bachelor degree in Community Planning from Dalhousie University.
Mariam has three years experience in various HR roles in different sectors such as education and professional services.
She has a passion for providing support in all HR functions across the firm such as recruitment, HR Advisory, and people.
Outside of work, Mariam enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, reading and art.
Job Titles:
- Practice Lead, Executive Coaching
Marion brings a depth of practical and personal experience to our executive coaching and career transition clients. She is the former President of a national communications consulting firm serving clients in the consumer, corporate, healthcare and government sectors. Marion has also worked directly in telecommunications and financial services.
Job Titles:
- Leader in Talent Culture & Advisory
- Vice President, Talent, Culture and HR Advisory
Sarah is a trusted leader in Talent Culture & Advisory services and leads our assessment practice across the firm. With over 14 years of consulting experience, she is a strategic partner to our clients with deep experience in talent management, leadership selection and development, succession planning, high potential identification and development and assessment services. She has experience in consulting with organizations to design and deploy talent solutions, build successful teams and strengthen leadership capabilities for the future. She has worked with diverse organizations, including global Fortune 500 companies and clients in technology, financial services, telecommunications, professional services, consumer services, utilities, healthcare, construction and government sectors.
Sarah has a strong ability to build relationships with clients, understand their talent priorities and challenges, gaining trust and building rapport, which enables her to quickly respond to their needs. She is well equipped to create and implement pragmatic outcome focused solutions.