Merriam Peace

Merriam is a highly respected search executive renowned for her ability to connect top talent with leading organizations, and has a proven track record of recruiting for some of the world’s most iconic brands in Canada, USA and UK, including Canada Goose, Kraft Heinz, Publicis, and WPP.

Merriam is leading the growth of Janou Pakter’s Advertising, Marketing, Communications and Life Sciences practices. Her expertise spans a broad range of industries and functions, from Advertising and Marketing to Digital, E-Commerce, Technology, Retail, Operations, Creative Services, Public Relations, Media Buying, Consumer Research and more. This extensive knowledge enables her to craft tailored, strategic solutions for each client and search, ensuring the right fit for every role.

What truly sets Merriam apart is her deep care for both her clients and candidates. She takes the time to understand the unique needs and aspirations of each individual and organization, striving to create mutually beneficial partnerships. Passionate about the positive impact great talent can have on an organization, Merriam approaches each search with empathy, integrity and a commitment to making a lasting difference in people’s careers and lives. She builds long-lasting, meaningful relationships based on trust, collaboration and results, while her dedication to both people and business success is the foundation of her respected reputation in the industry.

Merriam holds a BA in Psychology from Carleton University in Ottawa, Canada, and is driven by a deep commitment to fostering positive change through the connections she makes.