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executive search services

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TESTIMONIALS

Trusted by leading organizations to identify and secure the transformative leadership needed to shape their future.

I recently worked with another search firm and was disappointed with the result.  AltoPartners came recommended to us and we couldn’t be happier.  They are knowledgeable, consultative, open to discussion and tenacious. They truly take the time to ensure the best candidate. 

Board Chair Energy Company

We selected AltoPartners to work with by a recommendation. We were unsure at first as they didn’t have the knowledge base in our industry, but trusted their process.  It turns out that not knowing our industry was a huge advantage. We would use AltoPartners again.

Vice PresidentNational Canadian Company

AltoPartners provided us with top resources to perform the job. They were flexible, professional, and committed to the work.

Director , HR Oil and Gas company

Their professionalism and understanding of the uniqueness of the role(s) they have supported us on. True partners in our goal to locating the best candidate and solution.

Vice President, HRCommunications Company

I found the entire team extremely knowledgeable and committed to finding the right person in an appropriate time frame. Open and honest, accessible and approachable.

Director Global Agribusiness Company

They offered full insight to their process, sharing market information and guidance where required which makes them at the top in this industry.

Chief Executive OfficerNational Canadian Company

Meet The Team

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Kelsey Durnie

Partner
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Kevin Hall

Special Advisor
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Kevin Hall

Kevin, the Canadian Special Advisor of AltoPartners / Bluestone Leadership Services and a member of the AltoPartners Global Board of Directors, brings 35 years of experience in executive search and management consulting. As Global Co-Head of the Natural Resources Practice Group and an Executive Member of the Financial Services and Board Practice Groups, Kevin has led board and executive recruitment, corporate governance, and organizational assessment projects, having recruited over 100 board members across diverse sectors.

His Calgary-based search and management consulting experience includes assignments in Canada, USA and the UK in the areas of board and executive recruitment; board effectiveness and corporate governance; and organization assessment and design.  Kevin has recruited over 80 board members to client organizations.  He also has extensive experience in the areas of board and executive compensation, and leadership assessment.

Kevin graduated from the University of the West of England and is a Fellow of The Institute of Chartered Accountant in England and Wales.  He commenced his consulting career with Ernst & Whinney in Bristol before transferring to London and then to Calgary.   He is an Associate Canadian Certified Management Consultant and an alumnus of Bearing Point, Ernst & Young, KPMG and the Business Consulting Group.

Phone: 587 353 8105

Email: Kevin.Hall@altopartners.ca

Kelsey Durnie

Kelsey began her career at Bluestone Leadership Services/ AltoPartners Executive Search Firm in 2015 while attending the University of Calgary. After the completion of her bachelor’s degree in marketing and digital media, she followed her passion for advancing technology and recruitment to effectively streamline and enhance the search process. Over the last decade, Kelsey has continued to be an instrumental part of the firm, providing support and leadership in the successful recruitment of candidates for numerous organizations within the public and private sector.

With her recent appointment to Partner in 2025, Kelsey has become one of the youngest partners in history garnering an extensive client list with a focus on both public and private organizations including municipal government, non-for-profits, and research & development firms. She also holds a diverse client portfolio of private firms / organizations in both Canada and the US with experience in a variety of industries including Legal/ Finance, Engineering/ Research & Development, Technology and Innovation, Hospitality, Manufacturing, Agri-business, Natural Resources and Clean Energy. She enjoys finding individuals that not only add value to organizations but also act as long-term cultural fits. In doing so she engages in extensive consulting and interview processes to form a deeper level of trust and build a strong partnership between client and candidates.

Phone: 587 353 8103

Email: Kelsey.durnie@altopartners.ca