Western Canada Expansion Pender & Howe Opens Calgary Office

Expanding our Alberta presence

We’re excited to share that Pender & Howe is opening a new office in Calgary, a city that has long been a strategic hub for many of our clients and partners. Building on our strong track record in Alberta, particularly the growth we’ve experienced through our Edmonton office under the guidance and leadership of Partner, Glenn Lesko, this expansion marks a natural next step in our national journey.

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Leadership in Calgary: Karen Hawitt

Leading the charge in Calgary will be Karen Hawitt, who joins Pender & Howe as a Partner. Karen brings deep expertise in executive leadership and client advisory, along with a strong network in Western Canada and throughout many strong complimentary regions in the U.S. She will play a key role in growing our presence and supporting organizations in Calgary and beyond.

This critical expansion further strengthens our ability to work closely with organizations across Alberta and Western Canada, while continuing to deliver the same personalized, partner-led service that defines Pender & Howe.

About Pender & Howe

Pender & Howe is a boutique leadership recruitment and talent advisory firm built on precision and partnership. We work closely with governing boards, executives, and human capital leaders to identify and attract exceptional talent across C-suite, executive, and key leadership roles. Our areas of expertise span Social Impact, Technology, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Consumer Goods & Services, Professional Services, and Industrial & Natural Resources. 

As part of Kestria, the world’s largest global executive search alliance, we combine high-touch service with a tech-enabled, data-driven approach—delivering clarity, speed, and confidence to every search.

Connect with our team

For more information about our work in Calgary, or to learn about Pender & Howe’s broader capabilities across North America and internationally through our alliance with Kestria, please reach out to Karen Hawitt locally, or connect with Travis Hann.