Our Team

Samuel Associates is designed to operate as One Team— a single entity united by a strong set of goals and values.

Our
Expertise

Our industry specializations allow us to provide our clients with a competitive advantage. With a deep understanding of various domains, our team has the expertise to help organizations thrive in their respective industries.

Aerospace & Space
Cybersecurity
Professional Services
Artificial Intelligence
Defence & Security
Telecommunications
Green Technology & Infrastructure
Mixed & Augmented Reality
Biometrics & Identity Management
Health Sciences
Global Supply Chain
Autonomous Systems & Drones

Executive Team

Goran Samuel Pesic

President & CEO
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Aliénor Peyrefitte

Chief of Staff
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Jonas LeBlanc-Wilmink

Director of Operations & Government Relations
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Anthony Gualtieri

Head of Legal Affairs and Policy
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The Hon. Jamie Baillie

Managing Director Atlantic
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MGen Jerry Pitzul

Chief Strategy Associate
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VAdm Mark Norman

Senior Defence Strategist
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Barbara Shackleton

Senior Technology Associate
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LGen Michel Maisonneuve

Political Military Advisor
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Thomas Gagné

Defence Procurement Associate
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BGen Rick Pitre

Senior Associate Advisor
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Nick Alevetsovitis

VP Technologies & Partnerships
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BGen Mark Larsen

Senior Advisor
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Greg Burton

Senior Associate
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RCMP AC Barbara Fleury

Senior Security Associate
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Stewart Campbell

Senior Associate
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Lt. Gen. Leonard J. Kosinski

Senior Defense Associate
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Col. Shawn J. Barnes

Senior Defense Associate
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Meet our

Alumni

We value the individuals who made a positive impact to the growth and success of Samuel Associates and recognize them through our Alumni Network.

Anvesh Jain
Policy Research Intern
2022
Cloud Su
Market Researcher
2020 - 2021
Emma Lyu
Financial Research Intern
2020
Christopher Ilic
Financial Research Intern
2020

To protect client confidentiality and the privacy of our professionals, not all employee and associate profiles are listed on our website.

Message from the CEO

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In today’s complex world, understanding government is key to business success.

Samuel Associates is your strategic partner, guiding you through government interactions, uncovering opportunities, and simplifying policy choices.

Our experienced team possesses a deep knowledge of government, policies, programs and processes, building strong relationships between our clients and the Canadian federal government.

Backed by decades of experience, our senior associates are experts at turning government challenges into opportunities that fuel your business growth.

Goran Samuel Pesic
CEO, Samuel Associates

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