The National Association for Charitable Textile Recycling (NACTR) is pleased to share a significant executive leadership opportunity within our membership base and the broader Canadian textile diversion sector.
Boyden Executive Search is currently seeking a visionary, strategic, and operationally grounded leader to step into the role of President & Chief Executive Officer at the National Diabetes Trust (NDT).
About the Opportunity
The National Diabetes Trust is at a defining moment in its evolution. As one of Canada’s largest charitable clothing and household goods collection organizations, NDT plays a critical dual role: driving sustainable funding for Diabetes Canada while delivering a massive environmental impact through large-scale textile diversion.
With a national footprint, a team of over 400 employees, and more than 100 million pounds of goods diverted from landfills annually, NDT is poised for a major chapter of transformation and growth.
The Role
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the President & CEO will take on the overall leadership, strategic direction, and operational performance of NDT. Key responsibilities include:
- Guiding NDT through a pivotal period of business model evolution.
- Strengthening and diversifying revenue streams.
- Enhancing commercial discipline across a complex national logistics platform.
- Balancing mission and margin to ensure long-term sustainability and funding impact.
Ideal Candidate Profile
This position is well-suited for a seasoned executive with a proven track record of leading complex, multi-site organizations through significant growth and change. The ideal candidate will bring:
- Strong commercial and financial acumen.
- Experience driving operational performance in logistics, supply chain, or intensive operational environments.
- A talent for navigating stakeholder-rich environments and building trusted relationships with Boards and partners.
- The ability to inspire and lead geographically dispersed, high-performing teams.
How to Apply
This is a rare opportunity to lead a nationally recognized, mission-driven organization at a major inflection point.
- Location: Toronto, ON
- Application Deadline: Friday, June 5, 2026
- Submission Link: Interested candidates can submit a resume and cover letter directly via Boyden’s Application Portal.
For further information or to discuss the role in strict confidence, please contact Jonathan Finless at Boyden: (please state the title of the position in the subject line of your email).
The National Diabetes Trust is an equal opportunity employer.
