Stacey Soans: Human-Centered Strategies For Organizational Success

Stacey Soans is a Toronto-based Human Resources Business Partner Leader known for crafting forward-thinking people strategies that drive business transformation. With a career spanning private equity, mining, engineering, and real estate investment trusts (REITs), Stacey has a deep understanding of how organizational culture, talent, and leadership intersect to shape performance. A graduate of the University of Toronto with a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Political Science, she brings analytical rigor and emotional intelligence to every initiative she leads. Whether she’s leading complex change management projects or designing succession frameworks, Stacey’s approach is rooted in empathy, precision, and strategic alignment. Outside of her corporate roles, Stacey is a published author, former model, and global golfer. Her creative pursuits and global travels fuel her perspective on leadership and culture, proving that versatility is not a distraction — it’s a strength. Stacey lives by the belief that when people are empowered and supported to lead, organizations flourish — and she’s made it her mission to make that belief a reality, one company at a time.
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Career Highlights

Stacey Soans - Transformational HR Leadership

Transformational HR Leadership

At the heart of Stacey’s career is her ability to lead people strategies that evolve with business needs. At Accilent Capital, a private equity firm, she redesigned performance and development systems that increased leadership pipeline readiness by 40% in under two years.

Stacey Soans - Multi-Industry Versatility

Multi-Industry Versatility

Her career spans critical industries such as mining, engineering, REITs, and private equity — sectors where talent strategy directly influences market value. Stacey's unique ability to tailor HR approaches across industries gives her a competitive edge in shaping scalable, industry-specific solutions.

Stacey Soans - Champion of Inclusive Cultures

Champion of Inclusive Cultures

Stacey has built inclusive, people-first cultures that go beyond diversity checklists. Her initiatives have increased employee engagement scores, improved retention metrics, and fostered environments where all employees feel seen, valued, and heard.

The People Philosophy

Stacey Soans - Leadership Coaching with Intent

Leadership Coaching with Intent

Certified in leadership coaching, Stacey helps executives develop clarity, presence, and resilience in fast-moving environments. Her coaching programs support internal mobility and succession while building team cohesion and strategic foresight.

Stacey Soans - Scaling Without Losing Culture

Scaling Without Losing Culture

Growth is only valuable when it’s sustainable. Stacey ensures organizations can scale without diluting their core values. Her HR frameworks protect culture while enabling agility, innovation, and global expansion.

Strategic Solutions in Practice

Stacey Soans - Succession Planning with Vision

Succession Planning with Vision

Stacey has built succession planning models that identify emerging talent, reduce risk in leadership transitions, and support long-term organizational stability. Her frameworks are adaptable, scalable, and data-backed.

Organizational Change Management

From mergers to restructures, Stacey has guided organizations through complex change. She uses a people-centered approach that balances transparency, communication, and process alignment to minimize disruption and maximize adoption.

Stacey Soans -  Performance Management Excellence

 Performance Management Excellence

She’s reimagined performance development systems that go beyond annual reviews — implementing continuous feedback, 360° assessments, and KPIs that inspire individual and team growth.

Frequently Asked Questions

What industries has Stacey worked in?

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Stacey has led Human Resources initiatives across diverse industries, including mining, engineering, real estate investment trusts (REITs), and private equity — bringing broad market knowledge and tailored HR solutions to every role.

What is her academic background?

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She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Political Science from the University of Toronto, a degree that sharpened her strategic thinking and analytical skills.

What sets Stacey apart as an HR leader?

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Her ability to blend business acumen with human empathy. Stacey delivers scalable strategies that are both people-centric and performance-driven — a rare combination in today’s business environment.

 Does she offer executive coaching?

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Yes. Stacey provides leadership coaching tailored to executives and emerging leaders navigating complexity, growth, or transition.

Is Stacey involved in creative or public work?

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Yes. She’s a published author, experienced model, and avid global golfer. Her creative pursuits enhance her perspective on personal brand, presence, and professional storytelling.

What is her approach to culture building?

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Stacey builds cultures where inclusivity, trust, and accountability are embedded — not imposed. Her strategies focus on long-term cultural sustainability, not surface-level fixes.

Can Stacey support HR transformation in startups or large corporations?

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Absolutely. She’s successfully led transformation efforts in both lean startups and established enterprises, always tailoring her methods to organizational maturity and business model.

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