Imogen Baird

Based in London as part of our Social Impact and Education practice, Imogen brings over a decade of experience in the search industry supporting a range of mission-led clients, all of whom, in differing ways, seek to address some of the world’s biggest global challenges.

She has a deep understanding of the unique demands of public and non-profit organizations, as well as of values-led leadership, fair and transparent process, and diversity and inclusion.

Imogen joins Russell Reynolds from a leading global boutique search firm focused on mission-led organizations, where she served clients across sectors including higher education, NGOs and non-departmental public bodies, and built and led the Sport practice. As a former competitive athlete, Imogen is particularly passionate about the role of sport and movement in tackling social issues such as inequality, mental and physical health, and fostering a sense of community cohesion and providing inspiration for the nation. She has led sector and nationwide campaigns focused on enhancing inclusion and contemporary governance, and worked side by side with organizations facing significant challenge, scrutiny and need for transformation. She enjoys acting as a trusted advisor, and the analytical process of considering diverse solutions for an influential brief, driven and inspired by the impact of the leaders she meets.