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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(EN/FR/ES/DE)

Aliénor Peyrefitte

Chief of Staff
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Jonas LeBlanc-Wilmink

Director of Operations & Government Relations
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Anthony Gualtieri

Legal & Regulatory Affairs Advisor
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(EN/IT)
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Jamie Baillie

Managing Director Atlantic
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Jerry Pitzul

Chief Strategy Associate
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Mark Norman

Senior Defence Strategist
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Barbara Shackleton

Senior Technology Associate
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Thomas Gagné

Defence Procurement Associate
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Nick Alevetsovitis

Senior Associate
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Mark Larsen

Senior Advisor
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Rocky Singh

Senior Associate
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Leonard J. Kosinski

Senior Defense Associate
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(Samuel Group DC Office)
(EN/JP)
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Shawn J. Barnes

Senior Defense Associate
(EN/FR)
(Samuel Group DC Office)
(EN/FR/ES/DE)

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.

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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