Reconnu par les clients pour son engagement à fournir des services de recherche exceptionnels, ainsi que pour la diversité et l'inclusion, Michael Henry est l'un des principaux professionnels de la recherche de cadres au Canada.

En tant qu'associé directeur de Massey Henry, Michael se spécialise dans le recrutement de dirigeants pour les institutions financières, la gestion d'actifs, l'assurance, la gestion financière et la gestion des risques, ainsi que pour les organisations de réglementation des valeurs mobilières et autres dans tout le Canada.

Outre son activité principale de recherche de cadres, Michael conseille les conseils d'administration sur leur composition globale, leurs capacités et leurs stratégies de planification de la succession dans le secteur public et les institutions de services financiers.

Avant de fonder Massey Henry, Michael était associé et responsable de la pratique des services financiers canadiens dans une grande société internationale de recrutement de cadres. Plus tôt dans sa carrière, il a été l'assistant de la très honorable Adrienne Clarkson, 26e gouverneur général du Canada. À cette occasion, il a développé des relations étendues et durables avec des leaders de tous les secteurs du pays.

Michael est titulaire d'une Maîtrise en sciences de la faculté d'économie de Londres et d'un diplôme en arts de l'Université de l'Ouest. Il est membre fondateur du comité et président du Centre Aisle de Massey Hall et Roy Thomson Hall et est également membre du conseil d'administration de la Fondation Massey et de la Collection d'art canadien Mc Michael.

John is a senior business leader with over 30 years of experience in global consulting, business leadership and strategic investments.

He has held longstanding senior leadership roles with two of the world’s largest consulting firms working with business leaders to drive financial performance through organizational transformation and business restructuring. In addition, to his corporate consulting experience, John has participated in global investments with a partner and personal capital through a variety of private capital entities.

Most recently, he served in a leadership role on the Board and Financial Service practices of a large global executive search firm. Over the past decade, he has led many directors and senior executive searches for some of Canada’s most prominent financial services and public sector organizations.

John holds a Master of Laws (LLM) from the Faculty of Law at the University of Toronto in securities law. He is also a Certified Management Consultant (CMC), Chartered Director (C. Dir.), and holds an HRCC designation.

Lisa brings more than 30 years of experience in the executive recruitment and financial services industries, including 15 years leading C-suite and senior leadership appointments across capital markets, asset management, investment banking, compliance and fintech.

Before transitioning to executive search, Lisa spent 15 years in institutional equity research roles at organizations such as UBS, Morgan Stanley and CIBC.
With more than 250 completed searches, Lisa is recognized by clients for her deep industry expertise and results-oriented approach, earning her a reputation as a trusted advisor for organizations navigating complex challenges in the financial services sector.

As a Partner at Massey Henry, Lisa takes a strategic and consultative approach to executive search and client management. She focuses on delivering high-impact leadership selection, with particular emphasis on roles within capital markets and asset management.

Previously, Lisa served as Partner and Head of the Canadian financial services practice at a leading global search firm. She holds a Bachelor of Engineering Science (BESc) in Civil Engineering and an MBA, both from Western University, and is a registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.).

Sébastien is a transformational leadership coach and seasoned executive with over 30 years of experience driving impactful change in the financial services industry.

Leveraging his executive background — including as a Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Laurentian Bank, as well as senior leadership positions at National Bank of Canada — Sébastien supports leaders in navigating complexity with confidence.

At Massey Henry, Sébastien is a Partner in the firm’s Leadership Practice, focusing on executive coaching and onboarding tailored to enhance C-suite and Board effectiveness for financial institutions.

Over his executive career, he has led large-scale transformations, governance reviews, and cultural change initiatives— experience that enables him to deliver practical, grounded coaching, HR advisory, and succession planning support to senior leaders navigating similar challenges.

Sébastien is a certified FocalPoint business and executive coach and a member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF), and holds an Executive MBA from Queen’s University. He is fully bilingual in English and French.

Dana brings nearly two decades of executive coaching and leadership consulting experience, partnering with some of the largest organizations in North America.

Her work spans a broad range of industries and financial services institutions, including global banks, private equity firms, pension and benefits funds, and insurance companies.

At Massey Henry, Dana is a Partner in the firm’s Leadership Practice, focusing on coaching, onboarding, and talent development engagements for C-suite, executive-level, and high-potential leaders.

She works with individual executives and senior leadership teams to enhance personal performance and team effectiveness, and partners with organizations to accelerate emerging talent, leaders transitioning into new roles, and leaders identified through succession planning.

As a practitioner, Dana applies practical, science-backed methods to drive lasting outcomes. She delivers rigorous 360° feedback to assess performance and capabilities, provides tailored one-to-one coaching to expedite onboarding, and facilitates team performance coaching to refine how teams work together.

Dana holds a Master of Liberal Arts in Industrial-Organizational Psychology from Harvard University. She is an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) with the International Coaching Federation, an Affiliate Member of Harvard’s McLean Institute of Coaching (IOC), and a certified Hogan and Birkman assessment practitioner.

Carmen Jeffery brings more than 20 years of experience in executive search, with deep expertise advising organizations across the private and public sectors on senior-level recruitment and talent strategy.

Throughout her career, Carmen has held leadership and senior delivery roles within leading retained executive search and recruitment firms. She has successfully executed mandates across a broad range of industries, including financial services, fintech, payments, real estate, and technology. She also brings strong functional expertise recruiting leaders in finance, operations, sales, technology, product management, marketing, and human resources, with additional specialization in interim leadership recruitment.

As Principal at Massey Henry, Carmen leads the firm’s Search Delivery team, bringing a seasoned perspective shaped by decades of experience delivering high-impact leadership mandates.

Known for her collaborative and innovative approach to recruitment, Carmen delivers a tailored search experience grounded in rigorous assessment, thoughtful engagement, and strong client partnership.

Carmen holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Western University and an Associate of Arts and Sciences in Retail Merchandising from the Fashion Institute of Technology.

Gaurav brings 10 years of experience in the executive recruitment industry, having supported global, national, and boutique search firms.

At Massey Henry, he leads client communications related to the executive recruitment process and oversees the marketing and communications strategy for the firm. He is committed to advancing diversity, inclusion, and equity principles at the senior executive levels.

Gaurav volunteers as a mentor for several initiatives, including with the University of Waterloo’s Faculty of Arts and Skills for Change, a not-for-profit organization providing new Canadian immigrants with a broad range of employment services. He holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts from the University of Waterloo.

Jack Mehta brings more than a decade of global recruitment experience across Canada, the U.K., Australia, and New Zealand, with deep expertise in financial services. He has partnered extensively with senior leaders across private equity, real estate, and asset management, supporting complex mandates and advising clients on workforce planning, compensation structuring, and broader talent strategy.

As Engagement Manager at Massey Henry, Jack serves as a key member of the Search Delivery team, supporting end-to-end search execution with a focus on sourcing exceptional talent and building long-term trusted client relationships.

Prior to joining Massey Henry, Jack was a Senior Principal with a global recruitment firm, where he led finance and accounting recruitment across the financial services sector. He is recognized for his strategic, relationship-driven approach and ability to build high-performing search practices.

Mitchell brings research, client relationship management, and labour relations experience across the public and private sectors.

At Massey Henry, he serves as a key member of the search delivery team, supporting executive search activities with a focus on sourcing candidates, developing candidate pools, and supporting client relationships.

Prior to joining the firm, Mitchell served as a Labor Relations Associate (LRA) at the Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada (PIPSC), where he collaborated with diverse stakeholders and provided research briefs for high impact initiatives.

He holds a Bachelor of Arts with Honours and a Master of Industrial Relations (MIR) from Queen’s University. Driven by a passion for continuous learning, Mitchell recently earned his Master of International Business (MIB) from Regent’s University London, in addition to receiving a Level 7 Diploma from the Chartered Management Institute (UK).

Stephanie brings more than 15 years of experience working alongside C-suite leaders in fast-paced and complex environments within the financial services sector.

She has held client- and executive-facing roles with industry leading organizations, including Gluskin Sheff + Associates, where she supported two senior Managing Directors of Wealth Management, and TD Bank, where she managed over 70 high-profile commercial accounts in addition to supporting two senior vice presidents across commercial banking and operations.

Recognized for her warm, collaborative approach and proven ability to deliver exceptional administrative and project management outcomes, Stephanie plays a key role at Massey Henry in coordinating client management and operations. She ensures a seamless, high-touch experience for clients and contributes to the efficiency of the broader team.

Her breadth of experience, combined with her client-centric focus, enables her to provide the firm’s clients with the highest level of professionalism, responsiveness, and service.

Afsoon brings deep expertise in project management and administration across the professional services industry.

As a Project Coordinator, Search Delivery at Massey Henry, she plays an integral role with the firm’s Search Delivery team, ensuring a seamless, high-touch experience for clients and candidates throughout the executive search process. She also manages key administrative functions within the team.

Prior to joining Massey Henry, Afsoon was a Project Manager at a global executive search firm, where she supported leadership mandates across various industries, including financial services. Earlier in her career, she was a Project Coordinator in the CFO practice of a prominent talent consultancy and recruitment organization and previously served as a Legal Executive Assistant in the Securities and Capital Markets group at Borden Ladner Gervais LLP.

Afsoon holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Criminology from York University, graduating with High Distinction.

Rhiana brings communications experience in the investment management and technology sectors.

She is passionate about creating engaging and informative content and communicating complex ideas in simple and engaging ways. At Massey Henry, she supports executive search delivery and the firm’s marketing and communications initiatives, with emphasis on candidate and client documentation.

She holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts from the University of Waterloo in English Rhetoric, Media, and Professional Communication.

Eugene Henry is an Associate with Massey Henry and supports the executive recruitment process.

He brings a varied background in education and research, complemented by advisory and board roles with leading arts and education-focused organizations such as the Massey Foundation, Roy Thomson Hall & Massey Hall, and Young Imaginations.

Eugene holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Toronto, a Master of Arts from Concordia University, and a Bachelor of Education from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (University of Toronto). He is currently pursuing a PhD at Carleton University.