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We blend the objectivity and precision of science with the power of insight and technology

At Board & Leaders, we aim to align the right leaders with the right roles, while guiding individuals toward the best career paths. Through this holistic approach, we unlock the full potential of both organizations and their talent.

65%

of organizations say they lack a strong leadership pipeline to sustain long-term growth.

ATD

61%

of employees leave when they don’t see career development opportunities.

Cornerstone

89%

of hiring failures stem from poor cultural fit, not a lack of skills.

SHRM

Our mission

Deploying expertise, deep knowledge, innovative science and state-of-the art technology to unlock the potential of leaders and organizations.

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Juncal Garrido

Founding Partner

Expertise

C-suite & board search, leadership strategy,

Companies

Heidrick & Struggles, Russell Reynolds, Shell

Geographies

Europe, LATAM, China

Education

MSc in Telecom Engineering, MBA (IESE & UC Berkeley)

Julia Poncar

Partner

Expertise

Executive search, leadership development, talent strategy

Companies

TomTom, IESE, FMCG & SaaS scaleups

Geographies

Europe, US, LATAM

Education

BBA (DHBW Mannheim), MBA (IESE)

Ariel Eckstein

Partner

Expertise

High-growth leadership, global expansion & scaling, next-gen coaching

Companies

LinkedIn (VP Global Clients, EMEA Managing Director), AOL, Deloitte

Geographies

Americas, Europe, Asia

Education

BA in International Relations (University of Virginia Darden), MBA (Tufts)

Board Experience

Millicom (Remuneration Committee)

Susana Kertesz

Partner

Expertise

Executive search, leadership development, executive and career coaching, working across cultures.

Companies

Heidrick & Struggles, Russell Reynolds, General Motors, Novartis, Procter & Gamble, Natura

Geographies

LATAM and Europe

Education

Bachelor in Law, MBA (INSEAD), Master in Science in Business Administration (FGV Brazil), Executive Education (Stanford University)

Javier Guerra

Partner

Expertise

AI & digital transformation, technology-enabled innovation, business development & sales

Companies

Hotchkiss Brain Institute, IESE, Gate Gourmet Group, AMPER

Geographies

North America, Europe, LATAM

Education

Telecommunications Engineering (Un. of Sevilla), MBA (IESE), MSc in AI & Bioengineering (University of Calgary)

Over 90% of our actions are driven by the subconscious — yet traditional tools only scratch the surface.

PVLS360, Board & Leaders proprietary assessment platform, goes deeper, combining neuroscience, virtual reality, and behavioral analytics to reveal how leaders truly think, react, and lead.

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Leadership Acceleration Tool - PVLS360 helps to:

Lead to objective leadership decisions

Reveal subconscious behaviors under pressure

Predict success in real-world leadership scenarios

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What Makes Us Different

Together, we combine C-suite search expertise, leadership development know-how, and a commitment to leveraging science and technology to drive transformative results. At B&L, we fuse science, behavioral insight, and strategic advisory to deliver:

Deep Executive & Governance Expertise

Decades of C-suite hiring, board advisory, and succession planning across global markets.Deep Executive & Governance Expertise

Science & Tech-Driven Assessments

Neuroscience, AI, VR, and behavioral analytics power the LAT to reveal real-time and subconscious leadership traits.

Objective Intelligence

We minimize bias by using predictive and implicit data—going deeper than personality tests or gut-based interviews.

A Holistic Model

We combine assessment, coaching, and strategic planning to increase performance and organizational fit.

“Most tools assess what people say. PVLS360 measures how they actually lead.”

At Board & Leaders, we bring the objectivity of science and the power of insight to ensure the right leaders are in the right roles—and ready for the future.

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What to expect from working with Board&Leaders

Working with B&L means working with a trusted strategic partner, not just a service provider. Here's what our clients value most:

A Culture of Excellence

We tailor every engagement around your unique context and objectives.

People at the Core

We believe people are the true capital of any business—and our work starts by unlocking their potential.

Excellence & Confidentiality

From career transitions to board decisions, we uphold the highest standards of trust, discretion, and data protection.

A Culture of Excellence

Our consultants bring rigor, empathy, and continuous development to every engagement.

Whether you’re shaping a new leadership team, investing in talent growth, or seeking your own next-level opportunity, we’d love to help.