Odgers Berndtson Canada Appoints Brad Beveridge as Chief Executive Officer

Odgers Berndtson announced today the appointment of Brad Beveridge as Chief Executive Officer. The appointment follows a four-year period during which Brad served as President and led the firm’s transition from an executive search firm to an integrated leadership advisory firm. In addition to his CEO responsibilities, Brad will continue to serve on Odgers Berndtson’s global and US Boards of Directors. 

“Brad assuming the role of Chief Executive Officer recognizes the contributions that he’s made over the last four years. Since 2021, with his strategic leadership the firm has implemented a new vision and purpose, attracted the industry’s best talent to broaden and deepen its expertise, facilitated greater alignment between its North American businesses, and introduced a people and culture strategy that has increased colleague engagement and development. All these contributions have positively impacted the client experience and the firm’s performance, while reinforcing that with Brad’s leadership as CEO, we are perfectly poised for our next phase of growth,” said Carl Lovas, Odgers Berndtson.

“It is a tremendous honour to be appointed CEO of this extraordinary business that Carl and our team have built. I look forward to this next chapter as we continue to diversify our offerings and make decisions that prioritize client results, candidate care, and colleague engagement,” said Brad Beveridge, Chief Executive Officer, Odgers Berndtson. 

As Brad steps into the CEO role, Carl Lovas will become Executive Chair and will continue his participation on the firm’s global and US Boards. As Executive Chair, Carl will build out an advisory board to further position the firm for another 35 years and beyond in Canada.

About the Odgers Berndtson Group of Companies 

Odgers Berndtson elevates organizational performance by recruiting and developing exceptional leaders and teams. Our global network of over 1,100 colleagues in 32 countries means we have local knowledge powered by international insights and connections to create meaningful impact for our clients. From board and executive search to leadership and team assessment, coaching, and succession management, we go beyond the expected to deliver modern, industry-shaping advice for our clients and candidates.