Casey Forrest

With more than 25 years experience in executive search, Casey Forrest brings to the organization a dynamic blend of business savvy and interpersonal skills. His keen understanding of people enables him to quickly grasp the particular needs of an assignment, resulting in winning results for clients and candidates alike. Throughout his career, Casey has utilized his strategic abilities to complete senior executive searches for an array of public and private sector clients.

 

Casey shares his organizational development expertise with a variety of community and national organizations. As a member of the YMCA's Board of Greater Vancouver, Casey is an active participant in the organization's capital campaign. In addition, he is a Board Member with Junior Achievement of BC.

George Madden

George Madden's professional accomplishments in communications, public affairs and management have made him a well-known figure on the Canadian business landscape. A 20-year veteran of the executive search industry, he brings to each assignment an incisive understanding of business affairs and a natural affinity for distilling complex client objectives into measurable goals and results.

 

Prior to PFM, George held various senior management roles within the Jim Pattison Group, one of Canada's largest privately held companies. Previously, he served as Vice President of Corporate Communications for the 1986 World Exposition (Expo 86) in Vancouver.

 

George is a Trustee of the Jack Webster Foundation.

Shaun Carpenter
Associate Partner

Shaun Carpenter has been part of the PFM team since 1998. Well respected for his aptitude in candidate development and client relations, his thorough, insightful approach gives clients confidence that their needs are being met in a professional, timely manner.

 

A member of the Human Resources Management Association (HRMA), Shaun also has past experience with the receiving side of search services as Manager, Human Resources with a leading Canadian health insurance provider.

 

Shaun received a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Calgary, which included studies abroad at the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow, Scotland.

Shelina Esmail
Associate Partner

Shelina Esmail joined the firm in 1998 as Research Director and quickly moved into a consulting role, becoming an Associate Partner in 2008. Formerly a Senior Research and Marketing Analyst for Colliers International in Vancouver and California, her professional experience and depth of business knowledge provides a rich foundation for leading senior executives to some of Canada's most successful organizations.

 

A UBC graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and a diploma in Urban Land Economics, Shelina is active in the community through her current volunteer efforts with Junior Achievement of BC and the Tri-Mentoring Program at UBC. In the past, she has also been active with Canuck Place, the Aga Khan Foundation and the Ismaili Community.

 

Allison Rzen
Associate Partner

Allison Rzen came onboard at PFM in 1999 and quickly tapped her interpersonal abilities and business skills to successfully match candidates with the right positions. Initially one of the firm's research associates, she is sensitive to the range of specific skills and intangible qualities required by today's organizations.

 

Previously, Allison coordinated convention services for the Greater Vancouver Convention and Visitors Bureau, an experience that provided firsthand knowledge about working with diverse stakeholders and clients.

 

On the community front, Allison is a Commissioner of the North Vancouver Recreation Commission. She is also Board Secretary of Directorate of Agencies for School Health (DASH-BC), a cooperative interagency network representing a broad range of local, regional and provincial organizations and individuals acting as advocates for the prevention activities that enable students to develop to their fullest potential.

Esther McGregor
Associate Partner

A member of PFM since 2005, Esther McGregor has worked in the executive search industry for more than seven years and brings to the organization significant business expertise. She began her career with the Bank of Montreal in financial services management.

She then turned to executive search where she has had the opportunity to collaborate with top leaders for some of Canada's most successful organizations.

 

Esther obtained a Bachelor of Applied Arts in Administration and Information Management from Ryerson University in Toronto and is fluent in Cantonese and conversational French.

Trish Janik
Managing Director, Business Operations

A senior member of the PFM organization, Trish has held a variety of positions within the firm. She currently oversees the firm's corporate and client services, administrative talent and IT function.

 

Trish is a science graduate of the University of British Columbia whose superior analytical skills and natural curiosity are key assets. She also plays a role in the company's many community initiatives.

Tracey Vopni
Senior Consultant

Tracey joined Pinton Forrest & Madden as Senior Consultant bringing significant experience in working with a wide variety of clients in the sales and marketing sector.

 

Prior to joining the firm, Tracey was in Sales & Marketing management with Fairmont Hotels and Resorts (formerly Canadian Pacific Hotels and Resorts) and managed the Eastern and Midwestern US sales and marketing activities for the prestigious Waterfront Hotel in Vancouver. Her nine successful years in progressive roles with Intrawest Corporation, Vancouver Port Corporation, Tourism Vancouver and Fairmont Hotels has given Tracey a comprehensive understanding of operational activities coupled with strong business acumen.

 

Tracey holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Victoria and gives back to the community through her work with the Salvation Army and Canadian Cancer Society.

Jennifer Madden
Consultant

Since joining PFM in 2005, Jennifer has progressed quickly in her roles, acquiring a host of skills that blend together to give her a unique perspective. Her superior understanding of the general business community, thorough research skills, dedication to sourcing talent and creative approach to her assignments makes her an integral part of the firm.

 

A graduate of the University of British Columbia, Jennifer obtained her Bachelor of Arts in English Literature. Within the community, she is an active participant in various charitable events ranging from the Canadian Cancer Society's Relay for Life to the Children's Hospital Foundation's Childrun.

Seema Kanwal
Director of Research

A veteran of the executive search industry with more than a decade of international experience to her credit, Seema Kanwal joined the firm in 2001. She is well recognized for her trademark methodical approach to the search process, which has resulted in the successful recruitment of candidates in local, national and international markets.

 

Prior to joining PFM, Seema honed her research talents with executive search firms in Hong Kong and Vancouver. She is fluent in Cantonese, Hindi and Punjabi, which adds a multi-cultural perspective to her search efforts. Seema is an AESC Certified Researcher.

 

Kate Ludlow
Research Associate

Kate is on secondment from our London partner office, adding further depth to our international reach.