Organizations face unexpected transitions, rapid changes, or sudden leadership gaps that demand immediate expertise. Osborne’s Interim Management services offer experienced leaders who step in quickly, ensuring continuity, strategic direction, and effective management when your organization needs it most.
What Interim Management Can Do for Your Organization
Interim Management is a solution designed for times when organizations need specialized leadership, often on short notice, to stabilize operations, manage change, or lead crucial projects. Unlike traditional hiring, interim leaders bring a wealth of experience without the need for a long-term commitment, providing flexible and targeted support during critical periods.
- Immediate Expertise: Rapidly address leadership gaps with seasoned professionals who are ready to step in and lead from day one.
- Short-Term, High-Impact Solutions: Deliver results quickly during critical periods, offering targeted expertise without long-term hiring constraints.
- Focused on Success: Our interim managers prioritize guiding your organization through change, with a laser focus on achieving your goals efficiently.
- Flexibility and Agility: Adjusts to your unique needs – whether it’s filling a sudden vacancy, leading a project, or managing transitions, interim leaders adapt seamlessly to changing priorities.
- Cost-Effective Leadership: Avoid the long-term costs of full-time hires while gaining the expertise needed to address pressing challenges.
- Fresh Perspective and Objectivity: Our interim leaders bring an unbiased, external perspective that enables them to identify opportunities and implement improvements that may go unnoticed by internal staff.
- Specialized Industry Knowledge: Leverage leaders with specific expertise across many different industries.
- Transition to Permanent Solutions: We help stabilize operations and set the groundwork for smooth transitions, preparing your organization for sustainable, long-term success when full-time leadership is hired.
Why Osborne’s Interim Management Is Different
With over 20 years of experience, Osborne’s interim leaders have a proven track record of navigating complex transitions and helping organizations regain stability. Our experts bring strategic vision, hands-on leadership, and a tailored approach to each role, ensuring your organization’s specific needs are met with skill and dedication.
Seasoned Professionals
Each interim manager has extensive leadership experience across a range of industries, including private companies, public sectors, and non-profits.
Quick Integration
Osborne’s interim leaders are skilled at stepping into roles seamlessly, quickly aligning with your team to make an immediate impact.
Commitment to Results
Whether it’s stabilizing operations, driving change, or meeting growth objectives, our interim leaders are dedicated to delivering measurable outcomes.
Objective Perspective
Bringing in a fresh, unbiased viewpoint, Osborne’s interim managers identify opportunities for improvement that may be overlooked by internal teams.
Situations That Call for Interim Management
Bringing stability and continuity during leadership changes in not-for-profit or corporate organizations.
When an organization faces an unexpected vacancy in the executive director role, Osborne’s interim leaders step in to maintain day-to-day operations, manage key stakeholder relationships, and provide strategic oversight. By ensuring continuity, our interim executive directors keep teams aligned and focused, helping the organization remain steady and productive while the search for a permanent leader is underway.
Providing financial leadership, such as an interim CFO, to stabilize financial operations during periods of transition or change.
In times of financial uncertainty or transition, Osborne’s interim financial leaders offer critical support, from managing cash flow to ensuring accurate financial reporting and budget alignment. This interim role helps safeguard the organization’s financial health, provides strategic financial insights, and reassures stakeholders until permanent financial leadership is in place.
Supporting restructuring efforts with strategic interim leadership to manage change and realign resources.
Restructuring requires careful planning and skilled execution. Osborne’s interim leaders play a pivotal role in overseeing restructuring efforts, optimizing workflows, and managing team dynamics to ensure smooth transitions. With a focus on efficiency and stability, our interim managers help the organization adapt to new structures and achieve its restructuring goals effectively.
Guiding organizations through unexpected challenges with experienced crisis management and recovery planning.
During crises, such as reputational issues, regulatory challenges, or operational disruptions, Osborne’s interim managers bring calm, experienced leadership to assess and mitigate risks, implement recovery strategies, and guide the organization back to stability. With a focus on resilience and quick response, our interim leaders help restore confidence and minimize the impact of crises on the organization’s operations and reputation.
Leading the integration process in mergers or acquisitions to align teams, streamline processes, and ensure cultural cohesion.
Osborne’s interim managers provide essential guidance during mergers and acquisitions, handling complex integration tasks, such as aligning operational processes, consolidating systems, and fostering cultural alignment. By managing these elements closely, our interim leaders help prevent disruption, boost collaboration between merged teams, and set the foundation for a unified, productive organization.
Providing dedicated leadership for high-stakes projects that require specialized skills and focused oversight.
When organizations undertake critical initiatives, such as launching a new product or entering a new market, Osborne’s interim managers offer project-based leadership to oversee planning, execution, and stakeholder coordination. With a results-driven approach, our interim leaders ensure that projects are delivered on time, on budget, and in alignment with strategic goals, creating lasting value for the organization.
Real Results, Real Impact
Tara Sawyer
Chair, Interim Board of Directors
Alberta Grains
“I want to express our gratitude and my gratitude for how Mark Olson of Osborne Interim Management has led us through the last six months. There is no denying his expertise is exactly what we needed and has us on the even footing we needed to pass the baton to our first ever Alberta Grains Executive Director. Thank you isn’t enough but I say it most sincerely.”
Randy Williams
President
Premiere Suites
“I would recommend Osborne Interim Management’s approach for any organization looking to add coaching and mentorship into their workplace for senior and mid-management staff.”
CEO
Western Canadian Advertising Agency
“Osborne worked with the Chief Financial Officer of a well-established Western Canadian advertising agency to review financial statements, financial forecasts and associated documentation to provide financial acumen and advice regarding current business challenges and their interrelationship. The Principal encouraged open communication of the various issues and was a sounding board for the executive team to review and clarify financial impacts of organization complexity. The result was we were able to move forward on some difficult decisions.”
Myrla Burlman
Co-Founder
YouQuest
“As a young charity, early guidance from the Osborne Interim Management team provided timely direction as we developed the YouQuest service in support of younger families living with dementia. It was energizing to learn from each team member and very rewarding to feel their personal interest in our progress and future success.”
Andy Crooks
Chairman of the Board
Glenbow Ranch Park Foundation 2
“Mark Olson has completed his work as Interim CEO for Glenbow Ranch Park Foundation. This is his third assignment as an Interim CEO for a not-for-profit organization that I am involved with as a Director, so I am familiar with his work. The fact that I have engaged him twice more after the first speaks volumes. You can count on a good result.”
David Hansen
President & CEO
CANTERRA SEEDS
“We engaged Osborne to undertake a thorough assessment of our business and the marketplace which involved interviewing multiple stakeholders in the development of a five year strategic plan. We were more than pleased with the results and wouldn’t hesitate to refer the quality of their work to others.”
Elias Partyka
Director of Global Marketing
Gowan Company
“We engaged Osborne Interim Management to assess the capacity of our Canadian Operations in the wake of ambitious five year growth plans. Not only did the Osborne Principals deliver a thorough report, but they provided us with valuable tools to undertake ongoing analysis and forecasting based on a number of Canadian market variables.”
Garth Johnson
CEO
Meticulon
“With Osborne’s assistance, we validated our business concept in the marketplace and identified potential partners for our social enterprise, giving us more than a kickstart at launch. They listened to our goals and objectives, completed all work on time, and exceeded our expectations and the plan scope. We would recommend their services without reservation.”
Kim McConnell
Former Interim CEO
4-H Alberta
“Osborne Interim Management provided invaluable assistance to us as we merged three different operating entities into the new 4-H Alberta. Mark Olson as Interim CEO of the 4-H Foundation and Judy Williams as communications strategist played a significant role in our transformation and I would highly recommend their/Osborne’s services.”
Peter Joe
CEO
Sunrise Soya Foods
“The interim management resources we brought in for a short time provided an organized overview of our HR functionality, helped to achieve a couple of senior level executive transitions without disruption and generally helped us to build a stronger organization going forward. We feel better prepared for next steps now.”
COO
Not-for-Profit
“Osborne provided our organization with insightful and efficient personnel for our accounting records, processes and reports. During their tenure, they improved reporting accuracy and made numerous changes in process for organizational effectiveness. I would highly recommend the Osborne solution.”
Greg Pauls
General Manager
Parallel Ag Group
“Osborne was able to meet our timelines to have an interim CFO in place. The Talent Acquisition Specialist did a great job for us. Given our positive experience we would consider using Osborne again in the future and highly recommend its services.”
Andy Crooks
Chairman of the Board
Canadian Constitution Foundation
"I have worked with both Mark Olson and Simon Batcup on a number of assignments. I would recommend them to you in any interim management, search mandate, planning mandate or strategic advisory mandate. You will not be disappointed and will regard any and all invoices and costs as both fair and appropriate."
Tanya Clarke
Director
Cochrane and Area Humane Society
"Osborne’s assessment of our organization was thorough and well done. Dave was excellent as an Interim ED. He was able to accomplish a lot in a short time and the Board and staff appreciated his efforts and his leadership. We would certainly use Osborne again and would recommend them to other organizations."
Sandip Lalli
CEO
Calgary Chamber of Commerce
“For organizations looking for interim executive support, I would highly recommend Osborne Interim Management. They provided us with a quality CFO until we could hire a full time replacement for this position. It was a seamless, effective process.”
Barry Schmitt
President
Barr-Ag
“The Osborne Principals our business has engaged have delivered important support to our business in a number of areas and provided excellent value.”
Chief Aaron Young
Chiniki First Nation
“On behalf of the Chiniki Nation, I would like to express my appreciation and gratitude for the remarkable work you have done in creating the Chiniki Cultural Centre. Your contribution to bringing our culture to the public, in an authentic and respectful way, has been invaluable. We appreciated your approach and your ability to bring people together in creating this special Centre where our people can celebrate their culture. We take great pride in our traditions, our culture and our history. You have created a place where those traditions can be celebrated and shared.”
Reiny Kristel-Board
Chair
Stockmen’s Memorial Foundation
“We contracted Osborne to help transition our Foundation into the future with stronger processes, plans and leadership. We were very pleased with the results and would highly recommend their work.”
Andy McKnight
Partner
Maskell Plenzik & Partners Eng.
“The Osborne Principals assisted us in identifying areas of improvement, then worked with us to make their recommended changes. Their actions have had a positive impact on the way we operate our business.”
Bob Wilcox
President
Glacier FarmMedia
“Osborne effectively employed a team approach in assisting our company with several significant projects in 2021. Their ability to communicate with stakeholders internally and externally really helped our leadership team validate and focus our needs.”
David Lloyd
COO
FREDsense Technologies
“Osborne Interim was able to provide us with a Principal who helped guide us through a technology start-up. His extensive business experience complemented the technical expertise we bring to the table and he continues to provide support and assistance to allow us to smoothly bring our product to market.”
Heather Gore-Hickman
Trustee & Chair of Audit Committee
Kisoniyaminaw First Nations Heritage Trust Fund
“I want to convey that Osborne would be a valuable resource for entities looking to engage the types of services they offer. I would not hesitate to refer someone to Osborne in the future.”
Victor Benz
President
Alberta Fish and Game
“Osborne Interim Management was able to provide us with interim leadership during a period of significant transition and organizational rejuvenation. In addition to the Principal who acted as Interim Executive Director, they provided resources as required to facilitate a strategic planning session and update our Personnel Policy manual. The Interim then led the recruitment process that helped us find and onboard our new CEO. I would highly recommend the services of Osborne Interim Management.”
Georg Paffrath
Chairman of the Board
Glenbow Ranch Park Foundation
“Our Executive Director left us at a critical time in the Park’s development. We couldn’t afford normal search firm fees and needed to expedite a campaign as soon as possible. Osborne knew our business and our urgent situation. Working with their partners at ScoutTalent they found us a tremendous candidate within 60 days of starting the campaign. It was both an effective and efficient process.”
Julie Hamilton
Board Chair
Palliative Care Society
“Osborne Interim Management supported our recruitment efforts for a new CEO from start to finish. They helped us develop the right profile for the individual we needed and then oversaw a process that resulted in a significant number of very qualified applicants. Their engagement in the screening and interview process led us to hiring a terrific new CEO, bringing much needed relief to the Board and invaluable momentum to our Society. I’d highly recommend their services to any other charitable or not-for-profit organization.”
David Dial
VP Corporate Services
Next Hydrogen
“We engaged Osborne Interim Management to redesign our outdated website, wanting to modernize the design and make it easier to read and understand. Working with little direction and with a short time frame, Osborne was able to produce a dynamic, fresh and user-friendly website on time and under budget.”
Cory Hetherington
Chair
Simon House Recovery Centre
"After an exhaustive and inclusive recruiting process led by Osborne we were pleased to find a local Calgarian in our own backyard to take on the position of President and CEO. We were impressed by the quality and experience of applicants that applied, which made our decision even more challenging. I would personally like to thank (Osborne Principal) Mark Olson for his first class leadership over the last 8 months.”
How Our Interim Leaders Have Made a Difference
Over the years, Osborne’s interim managers have stepped in to guide organizations through challenges, drive growth, and achieve stability. Below are a few examples of how our experts have made an impact:
How Our Interim Leaders Have Made a Difference
Over the years, Osborne’s interim managers have stepped in to guide organizations through challenges, drive growth, and achieve stability. Below are a few examples of how our experts have made an impact:
How Our Interim Leaders Have Made a Difference
Over the years, Osborne’s interim managers have stepped in to guide organizations through challenges, drive growth, and achieve stability. Below are a few examples of how our experts have made an impact: