Janessa Bishop
Janessa is a seasoned communications professional with experience developing and executing communications programs for a variety of industries, including healthcare, non-profit, technology, government and professional services. She has executed and managed strategic programs for national, regional and local clients, which improved their position in the market and differentiated them from competitors. Janessa serves as senior […]
Victor Neagu
Victor brings nearly two decades of global leadership experience in strategic communications, project management, public diplomacy and government relations in the public, private and non-profit sectors. Throughout his career, he has engaged governments, private sector companies, civil society organizations, academia and media to catalyze partnerships, investments and research in support of economic, social and environmental […]
Velma McColl
Velma is a senior strategist, bringing a deep understanding of business, government, policy and our changing social landscape to all her work. She provides insights on a range of issues including M&A, innovation, the energy transition, Indigenous reconciliation, women’s issues, international development and emerging technologies. She has been a driving force in the growth and […]
Patrick Kennedy
A public affairs professional with over twenty years’ experience in and around policy and politics, Patrick is known for his collaborative approach to public policy issues and stakeholder engagement, facilitating trusted relationships, and emphasizing the importance of building partnerships to work toward desired outcomes. Patrick offers valuable insight into thought leadership, corporate brand and reputation […]
Michael Jones
Michael is a seasoned strategic and crisis communications advisor at the executive level, with twenty years’ experience in international organizations, and the Canadian federal government. He has a strong track record of driving challenging, multifaceted projects and working alongside an array of stakeholders to forge consensus and navigate sensitive issues. As a former advisor to […]
Micaal Ahmed
Micaal has a strong background in communications, journalism, operations, policy development, and political affairs. A graduate of Carleton University’s Bachelor of Journalism and Master of Political Management programs, he has worked with newspapers, magazines, political leaders, businesses, and non-profits. Most recently, he contributed to Mark Carney’s successful bid for Leader of the Liberal Party and […]
Mélanie Richer
Mélanie is a bilingual specialist in strategic communications, crisis management, media relations and training. Having worked for ten years in public relations, Mélanie leverages her experience in understanding complex communication and media challenges and works with her teams on a solution that is tailored for each client, to help them better communicate with their targeted […]
Mary Anne Carter
Mary Anne is a government relations professional with deep expertise in international trade, cross-border strategy and Canada-U.S. relations. She works closely with corporate clients and industry groups to provide strategic guidance on navigating political, economic and regulatory landscapes across North America and beyond. With a strong background in public affairs, Mary Anne offers insight on […]
Liam O’Brien
Liam’s expertise includes policy development, government relations, cabinet and legislative strategy, and advocacy planning. He approaches advocacy by producing policy solutions that draw on his legal training, firsthand knowledge of government processes, and fifteen years of public affairs experience in Ottawa, Ontario and Atlantic Canada. During his time in government, Liam was policy director for […]
Jenna Leavy
Jenna brings strong writing, research, and strategic communication skills to her work in public affairs and stakeholder engagement. She has experience supporting initiatives across the non-profit and public sectors, combining thoughtful analysis with a collaborative approach. Her background includes work in philanthropy and youth mental health, where she led grant writing initiatives to secure funding […]