Richard Wajs is a highly experienced executive search consultant. His industry exposure has been gained over several years in senior positions with two international executive search firms.

Fluently bilingual in English and French, Richard’s client base is found across Canada and internationally. His areas of specialization are in the financial services, technology, telecommunications, media and communications, industrial/ manufacturing, professional services and real estate sectors.

Richard’s past experience includes being a lawyer and former Partner in private practice in Montreal, where he headed the real estate department of his firm, Adessky Poulin LLP. He also has prior experience in the financial services sector, having been a senior officer with Swiss Bank Corporation Trust in Montreal and with Credit Suisse Private Banking in Toronto.

He holds a Bachelor of Civil Law Degree (B.C.L.) from the Université de Montréal and has completed the Canadian Securities Course.

Richard is actively involved in several not for profit community organizations. He is the Founder, Board Member and former Chair of a major Chamber of Commerce of Toronto, a Member of the Board of Governors of Mount Sinai Hospital of Toronto, a Member of the Quebec and Canadian Bar Associations, a Member of the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD), a Member of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO), and a former Member of the Board of Directors of the Association For Corporate Growth (ACG).
richardwajs@twcinternational.com

David Rashkovan is a Consultant at TWC International Executive Search, responsible for leading and executing search in the fields of technology, telecommunications, engineering, construction, and manufacturing. David joined TWC International  in 2004 after successfully founding and leading a network consulting company since 1996 where his company provided small to medium business with full service network and systems installation and support. Prior to that he held several management positions in the Logistics Group at Bell Canada. 

David holds an Honors Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Waterloo and a Masters of Applied Science degree in Construction Engineering and Management from Stanford University. David is a Licensed Professional Engineer in Ontario.
davidrashkovan@twcinternational.com

Michelle Partipilo is an Associate with TWC International, Michelle brings a solid track record and disciplined approach to conducting research and executing on projects across North America at the mid-management to senior executive level. Prior to joining the firm, Michelle had worked for such recognized executive search firms as Highland Partners, Heidrick & Struggles, and The Stonewood Group, developing a broad understanding of the professional services, financial services, pharmaceutical, information technology, telecommunications, retail and manufacturing/industrial sectors.

Michelle obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree, majoring in Political Science from Queen’s University in 2003. Prior to entering the executive search industry she held various progressive roles with respected Canadian law firms.
michellepartipilo@twcinternational.com

Alexandra Butler is an Associate at TWC International Executive Search. She has worked with clients in a wide variety of industries including financial services, technology, consumer packaged goods, professional services, retail, media and telecommunications. 

Alexandra graduated from St. Mary’s University in Halifax, having obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree, with a double major in Criminology and Psychology and a focus in Industrial/Organizational Psychology in 2005. In 2008, she obtained a Postgraduate Certificate in Human Resources Management from George Brown College and is pursuing a C.H.R.P. designation. Alexandra has previously worked extensively in the retail and hospitality sectors where her strong customer service orientation has been a significant asset.
alexandrabutler@twcinternational.com

Marcy Frenkel is the Office Manager at TWC International. She is responsible for the firm’s administration, accounting and bookkeeping. She was previously a Project Manager at STS Systems Inc. and obtained a Bachelor of Commerce degree, majoring in Management Information Systems from McGill University in 1988.