Delivering excellence in executive search and talent strategy for four decades.

Diagnostic & Calibration

In addition to a robust scorecard, we utilize proprietary tools to measure culture, develop role-specific leadership competencies, and assess the team using the Orxestra Method.

Executive Search

A typical executive search can take between 8-12 weeks, with a senior partner providing guidance and counsel throughout the process.

Hire

Bedford’s unique process does not conclude once the executive is placed. Complementing the Orxestra integration workbook (Without Breaking Stride), we deliver on our promise to see our search strategy through to complete integration. We continue to support the new leader with multiple checkpoints within the critical first twelve months in the role.

Our executive search and leadership specialists have a wealth of experience and extensive understanding of their industries, enabling us to meet the unique needs of every clients.

News & Insights

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AI Fluency Is the New Executive Judgement

AI Fluency Is the New Executive Judgement

Your competitors are using the same AI tools you are, but while 88% of organizations have adopted generative AI, only 6% qualify as “AI high performers” seeing real bottom-line value. Everyone bought the same hammer. Most are using it to drive in a single nail:...

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Q1 Deals of the Year

Q1 Deals of the Year

Canada’s AI sector packed plenty into the first three months of 2026. Waabi raised $750 million to put autonomous trucks on the road. Xanadu went public via a reverse merger to fund its next stage of quantum computing. Plus, a crypto staking platform, a wildfire...

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What Makes a Great Fundraising Leader in a Not-for-Profit?

What Makes a Great Fundraising Leader in a Not-for-Profit?

Canada's charitable sector is in a period of concentration. The Fundraising Effectiveness Project's Q4 2025 report found that while total dollars raised grew 5.0%, the donor base shrank for the fifth consecutive year (-3.6%). Between 2020 and 2025, donors giving $100...

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Over 5000 executive searches completed and one of the highest post-hire retention rates in the industry.