Mandrake’s success in executive search is attributed to working with talented strategic partners who are experts in their fields, including research, coaching, assessment, and other areas of human capital management. Mandrake embraces collaboration with its strategic partners to share their knowledge and attract top talent for its clients.

Manager, D&I Recruitment

Before accepting her new role, Christine had 20 years of experience in executive search. During that time, she contributed to the hiring of more than 200 executives across various industries and functions throughout North America.

As Manager of D&I Recruitment, Christine is responsible for training and implementing the company’s D&I recruitment strategy. Through our collaboration with the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion, Christine will have the necessary tools and resources to create an effective D&I recruitment strategy that aligns with our clients’ D&I goals and objectives.

Christine graduated from the University of Toronto with a degree in Economics and from Cornell University’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion—Building a Diverse Workforce certificate program.

Executive Coach

Dr. Deborah Nixon is a highly experienced coach based in Toronto. She specializes in Executive Coaching, Assessment, Career and Leadership Development, Change Management, and Organizational Diagnosis and Design. She is widely known for building trust with her clients, which forms the basis for better decision-making, relationship-building, and organizational effectiveness.

Deborah regularly partners with Mandrake, providing expert coaching to senior executives in transition and advisory services focused on organizational design for companies experiencing change. For further information about Deborah’s services, please contact Bill Holland at bill@mandrake.ca.

Executive Coach

Aileen is a passionate, certified executive coach with expertise in human resources. She brings a unique blend of strategic HR knowledge and coaching ability to drive individual and organizational success. Her mission is to empower leaders to navigate challenges, optimize performance, and foster inclusive workplace cultures.

Aileen is a skilled facilitator who navigates diversity, equity, and inclusivity to support performance, change, and learning in personal, organizational, or business contexts. Her strengths lie in building relationships with positivity, influence, and inclusivity. She fosters strong, trusted connections with boards, senior management, employees, and labour unions. Aileen is an authentic, collaborative, and experienced leader committed to making a positive impact.

For further information about Aileen’s services, please contact Bill Holland at bill@mandrake.ca.