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Talent Solutions That Actually Work

Look, we've spent years in the trenches figuring out what really moves the needle when it comes to building teams that last. No cookie-cutter approaches here - just proven strategies that we've tested across hundreds of Canadian organizations.

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What We're Really Good At

Six core areas where we've helped companies transform their people game

Executive Search

Executive Search & Recruitment

Here's the thing - finding C-suite talent isn't about posting on job boards. We've built relationships over 15+ years with leaders who aren't actively looking but would move for the right opportunity. Our success rate? We fill 94% of executive roles within 90 days, and they're still there two years later.

  • C-Suite & VP-level placements
  • Board member identification
  • Confidential searches

Leadership Development Programs

We don't do death-by-PowerPoint training. Our programs are hands-on, real-world scenarios that've been refined through working with over 200 emerging leaders.

Organizational Culture Consulting

Culture isn't ping-pong tables. It's the unwritten rules that determine if people stay or bail. We help you figure out what yours actually is, then what it should be.

Talent Retention Strategies

Losing good people is expensive - like, really expensive. We've helped companies cut turnover by 40% on average by fixing the actual problems, not just throwing money at symptoms.

Succession Planning

What happens when your top performer gives two weeks notice? If you're scrambling, that's a problem. We build succession roadmaps so you're never caught flat-footed.

HR Technology Implementation

New HR software is only good if people actually use it. We've implemented systems at companies ranging from 50 to 5000 employees, and yeah, we've seen every possible adoption challenge. Our implementation framework gets you to 85%+ adoption within the first quarter.

85%+

User Adoption

60+

Systems Deployed

How We Actually Work With You

No BS, just our straightforward process that's been refined over hundreds of engagements

1

Discovery Call

30-minute conversation where we figure out if we're a good fit. We'll ask tough questions about what's really going on - not just what you think you need.

What we cover:

  • Current pain points
  • What you've tried before
  • Budget & timeline realities
  • Success metrics
2

Deep Dive Assessment

We spend 1-2 weeks actually understanding your organization. This isn't a checklist exercise - we talk to your people, review your data, and spot the patterns.

Our approach:

  • Stakeholder interviews
  • Current process mapping
  • Competitive benchmarking
  • Gap analysis
3

Strategy & Roadmap

We present our findings and a custom roadmap. This isn't a 100-page document no one reads - it's a practical plan with clear priorities and realistic timelines.

You'll get:

  • Executive summary
  • Phased action plan
  • Resource requirements
  • ROI projections
4

Implementation & Support

We stick around to make sure things actually happen. Weekly check-ins, troubleshooting, and adjustments as reality hits the plan. We're in this with you.

Ongoing support:

  • Weekly progress reviews
  • Real-time problem solving
  • Training & coaching
  • Metrics tracking

Industry-Specific Expertise

We've worked across the board, but these are the sectors where we've got serious depth

Technology sector

Technology & Startups

Been working with tech companies since the early 2000s - from scrappy startups burning through Series A to established players trying to stay nimble. The challenge here? You're competing with US salaries while building Canadian teams, and everyone's trying to poach your best engineers.

What we've done:
  • Built engineering teams from 5 to 50+
  • CTO & VP Engineering searches
  • Retention programs for key tech talent
Common challenges:
  • Scaling culture during hypergrowth
  • Competing for AI/ML specialists
  • Remote vs. hybrid decisions

"They helped us build our leadership team when we were scaling from 30 to 200 people. Every hire is still with us three years later."

- CTO, Toronto-based SaaS Company
Financial services

Financial Services & Banking

Financial services is going through massive change - fintech disruption, regulatory pressure, digital transformation. We've placed everyone from Chief Risk Officers to heads of innovation at Big 5 banks and challenger fintechs. The key? Understanding both traditional banking DNA and startup mentality.

Our track record:
  • C-suite placements at major banks
  • Compliance & risk leadership
  • Digital transformation teams
Key focus areas:
  • Legacy to digital transitions
  • Regulatory compliance staffing
  • Wealth management talent

"Glaivorth understood we needed someone who could speak both languages - traditional banking and tech innovation. They nailed it."

- SVP, Major Canadian Bank
Healthcare sector

Healthcare & Life Sciences

Healthcare's been under crazy pressure - pandemic aftermath, staff burnout, digital health adoption. We focus on the leadership and admin side, helping hospitals, clinics, and health tech companies build teams that can handle the complexity without cracking.

Where we help:
  • Healthcare executive search
  • Clinical leadership development
  • Digital health talent strategies
Unique challenges:
  • Burnout prevention programs
  • Public vs. private sector moves
  • Regulatory