Keynote Search

Keynote Search has built a dedicated team in Ottawa, Canada, applying extensive experience to Executive Search and HR Consulting. We adeptly navigate the complexities of senior-level recruitment and strategic human resources, ensuring optimal leadership and organizational development for various sectors, including the non-profit space.

Keynote Search is a Canadian executive search and recruitment firm founded in 2015 by Donna and James Baker, with offices in Ottawa and Toronto. The company specializes in retained executive search solutions for small, mid-sized, and large organizations, including non-profits and crown corporations. Keynote Search focuses on finding candidates who not only meet role requirements but also fit the company culture, ensuring successful integration and peak performance.

Operating on a retained business model, Keynote Search offers a comprehensive service that includes identifying exceptional executive talent, conducting thorough interviews, and optional psychometric assessments. They also implement a Post-Placement Integration Program to enhance new hires' productivity and engagement during their first 90 days. The firm emphasizes a human-centered approach to recruitment, integrating executive coaching and team dynamics to improve retention and performance outcomes.

Keynote Search serves a diverse range of clients across various industries, working closely with leadership teams to align with their business culture and strategic goals. Their commitment to high ethical standards and personalized service sets them apart in the recruitment landscape.