Ryna young
Regional Head, Executive Search and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Lead
Strategic and relationship-focused, with a passion for organizational change, Ryna is a leading force in Executive Search dedicated to delivering integrated talent solutions to her clients.
As Regional Head, Executive Search and DEI Co-Lead based in Toronto, Ontario, Ryna plays a key leadership role in driving the firm’s expertise in executive search, coaching, and DEI strategy. With close to 25 years of experience, she has a proven track record of supporting leaders across a range of functions spanning the c-suite, boards, operations, human resources, IT, sales, finance, and accounting in both public and private sectors. Ryna's forte is cultivating robust relationships and earning trust, which underpins her sustained success. Having lived on four continents, Ryna brings a truly global approach to her work.
In addition to leading executive search work, Ryna collaborates with our DEI Co-Lead to continue to support clients with their diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies, through equitable practices, informed counsel, and proven approaches.
A dynamic speaker and skilled facilitator, Ryna is regularly called upon to address a variety of topics related to her extensive experience in executive search, talent development and her unique DEI lens.
Ryna is a graduate of the University of Windsor with a degree in psychology and is an Associate Certified Coach through the NeuroLeadership Institute, an ICF-recognized coaching program. She is a proud community member serving as North American Diversity Leadership Council Member for the Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC), on the Board of Directors at Kinark Child and Family Services, and an active volunteer at Foodbank Oakville, Kerr Street Mission, and Scott Mission.