Our Coffee Pals initiative randomly pairs team members for coffee chats each month and it continues to be one of our favorite internal programs at Level5 Strategy. These aren't scheduled meetings or formal check-ins. They're genuine opportunities for our people to connect across project teams and experience levels, creating the kind of authentic connections and building the trust and understanding that allows us to bring our best thinking to every client engagement. Check out some of the pictures from our recent Coffee Pals outings!
Congratulations to Level5 Strategy Managing Partner, Hua Yu, on being named to Women We Admire's Top Women Leaders of Toronto for 2025 – her third consecutive year receiving this honour! Over the past 20 years, Hua has played an important role in shaping the Level5 we know today. Her influence also extends far beyond our office wall, reaching into the communities and supporting many non-profit organizations. This list, shared by Women We Admire, celebrates the outstanding women leadership that has helped reinforce Toronto’s standing as a thriving business hub in North America. Congratulations to all other women leaders recognized in this list. To read the full list of honourees, click here: https://lnkd.in/gkkn6hur Congratulations, Hua, on this well-deserved recognition!
This week, Level5 is celebrating Wellness Week, a time dedicated to nurturing the well-being of our incredible team 🧘👟🍎 Yesterday, we transformed our office into a serene space of tranquility for a yoga session led by our very own Sahar Jessa - consultant by day and certified yoga teacher by night.
We’re hiring! The Level5 team is growing, and we’re looking for a Consultant with 1–2 years of experience in management consulting to join us. If you're passionate about tackling complex and varying problems across a variety of industries alongside a collaborative, driven team in a high-performance environment - we want to hear from you. Recently ranked 28th on Vault’s Top Consulting Firms in North America and consistently recognized as one of the Best Workplaces in Canada, our award-winning culture supports your growth both personally and professionally. Check out the full job posting and apply here: https://level5strategy.com/jobs/full-time-consultant-opportunity-2025/
Two decades ago this month, Level5 was founded on the strong belief that “brand is the value of a promise consistently kept.” Our founder, David Kincaid, spent 35 years leading and shaping over 100 brands and was widely recognized as one of the industry leaders in building successful brands. With this deep expertise, he wanted to build a consulting firm with the unique perspective of creating strategy through the lens of the brand. This principle has distinguished us in the consulting industry and has evolved into one of our most valuable assets. Today, having expanded as a strategy firm with a broader range of services across various sectors, “brand” continues to play a role in shaping how we think and how we provide value to our clients. As one of Canada’s leading strategy firms, we are committed to helping organizations plan for a better future and accelerate growth by developing strategies that stick. To celebrate Level5’s past and present, we honor Level5 Day each year in March to reflect on our journey, take pride in our evolution, and cherish the culture we’ve built. This year’s event included a cultural potluck, a spirited “carnival of values”, and ended with some fun competition at Lob! To all current and former L5ers, Happy Level5 Day!
March 8 is International Women’s Day, a time to celebrate the amazing women in our team and our clients' teams who inspire us every day with their hard work, talent, and leadership. We’re so grateful for everything they do and the positive impact they make. From all of us at Level5, we wish all hardworking women a wonderful and empowering International Women’s Day!
We are excited to welcome Amelia Q. Yan to Level5 Strategy as our new Operations Associate! Amelia brings valuable skills in client relationship management, strategic planning, and risk assessment. Officially two weeks into the role, she is learning the ropes quickly and we are pleased to have her on board. Her diverse background is a great asset to our Operations team and helping our back office grow. Welcome to the L5 team Amelia!
Level5 is proud to be ranked #28 on Vault’s Top 50 Consulting Firms in North America for 2025! This recognition is based on feedback from our team and insights from thousands of verified consulting professionals across North America. It highlights Level5’s impact and reinforces our reputation as a respected firm in the management consulting industry. This incredible achievement is a reflection to our team’s dedication, the strength of our workplace culture, and the trust of our valued clients. We are truly honored to receive this recognition! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has been part of our journey! Our highlights from this year’s rankings include: 🌎 #28 in Vault Consulting 50 North America 👥 #4 in Best Consulting Firms for Firm Culture 🤝 #8 in Best Consulting Firms for Interactions with Clients 🏢 #8 in Best Boutique Consulting Firms
Please join us in congratulating Evin Demirli for being named a Rising Star in the Profession by Consulting Magazine! 🏆 Over his time with us, Evin has exemplified the values of both Level5 and a rising leader in the consulting industry through his commitment to the betterment of the firm, his peers, and himself. We are proud to have him on our team! View the full list of nominees on the Consulting Magazine Website: https://www.consultingmag.com/2025/01/27/consulting-magazine-unveils-2025-rising-stars-of-the-profession-honorees/
There’s no one better suited to share the experience of Level5 than those who live it every day – the members of the L5 team! Recently, the Ivey Consulting Club welcomed Rahi Maru, Senior Consultant, for a panel on paths in consulting to showcase life at our firm. Working at Level5 Strategy offers a unique environment that fosters professional growth under the guidance of our experienced leadership team. Accelerate your development in a values-driven and supportive culture where you see the impact of your work by partnering closely with clients to deliver strategies that stick. A big thank you to the other panelists for an insightful discussion and to the students in attendance for their engagement. We’re looking forward to meeting more of you throughout 2025!
