Maksym Nalyvaiko
Maksym brings experience in journalism, strategic communications, international relations and policy analysis. Before transitioning into government relations, he spent more than a decade in international media as a bureau chief and correspondent, covering political affairs and producing content focused on geopolitics, defence and public policy. He also worked in the technology sector, supporting content policy […]
Maddie-Lee Brooks
Maddie-Lee is a CPA candidate with over a decade of experience in accounting and finance. She brings a strong technical foundation and a passion for continuous learning and is currently completing her Practical Experience Requirements (PERT) with CPA Ontario. Much of her experience has been gained in the not-for-profit sector, where she played a key […]
Daniel Cantin
Daniel brings to his role a firsthand understanding of the legislative and procedural workings of the House of Commons. He participated directly in committee work across a broad range of policy and procedure files, including pre-budget consultations, witness invitations and summons, clause-by-clause study, report revision, and in-camera committee business, working alongside Members of Parliament, Ministers […]
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
Patrick advises Canadian and international organizations on public policy, stakeholder engagement, government relations and organizational positioning. Working with executive leadership teams, boards and investors, he helps organizations navigate Canada’s political and policy environment, think through difficult decisions and develop practical strategies which support their long-term objectives. Patrick believes the best public affairs strategies begin long […]
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 […]