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An entrepreneur and corporate executive with many years business experience. Don has a unique combination of experience in large, complex corporations and an involvement in small, entrepreneurial organizations. He has invested and been an active board member for six emerging growth companies.

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An experienced senior consultant with major accomplishments in the private sector in start-up operations, corporate restructuring and operational reviews. Emphasis on financial restructuring and business development.

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A senior executive with experience as a president, senior corporate staff, and entrepreneur. John has managed start-ups, acquisitions, mergers, and has worked with companies in transition. He has worked in a wide range of industries in both the private and public sectors. John’s contract assignments tend to focus on business planning, facilitation, implementation, and mentoring. He has a special interest in change management and organizational development.

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A seasoned Human Resources Professional with a proven track record of designing and implementing progressive human resources programs to foster the growth strategy in multifaceted organizations. Lori has extensive expertise in talent acquisition and management, project management, process improvement and policy development and implementation. Lori has experience in unionized and non-unionized settings from small start-ups to large international organizations. Lori’s passion is to assist organizations to develop solutions to complex people issues.

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A senior Human Resources executive who is able to enhance organizational performance through innovative and effective HR strategies. Donna has extensive experience creating “Best Employer” programs that foster employee commitment and productivity. Her specific areas of expertise include employee relations, compensation, leadership development and performance management. She has managed in both union and non-union settings within the transportation, manufacturing, not for profit and education sectors, in Canada and the USA. Donna's special interest and strength is helping to maximize and add value to the organization's investment in its people.

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Innovative Operations and Logistics executive with visionary thinking and solid team building skills. Michael has a successful history of profitably merging technology and capital assets with customer and supplier requirements. He is very adept at rapidly analyzing situations and developing team based business and enterprise action plans. Michael can readily take the lead in consolidation and plant expansion solutions as well as IT and systems strategies. Michael’s background has touched numerous economic sectors including airport operations, energy and not-for-profit organizations.

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An accomplished executive with a record of developing strategic visions which he then successfully implements. He is an energetic leader who facilitates the building of diverse groups into a unified team. Detailed knowledge of the not-for-profit sector, agency/government relations and organizational design. Skills in issues management and public communications, combined with highly developed expertise in policy development and problem solving in compressed time frames.

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A principled and results driven Human Resources Executive whose primary focus is to add value for the key stakeholders in each client engagement. Michael has a proven track record of setting high standards for quality and governance in all HR disciplines. From his many years working in a High Performance Manufacturing environment he understands how the policies and practices of the Organization impact the results on the shop floor and can create cultures where the employees are committed to delivering on the Company’s Strategic Vision. He can work effectively at both the corporate or operational level and has strong strategic and analytical skills, with a bias for collaboration and teambuilding that allows results to be delivered over multiple organizational boundaries.

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A CEO with extensive experience as a change catalyst within social services, health care and education environments. Marilyn has a diversified background applying practical and creative solutions to complex problems combined with a strong commitment to quality outcomes. Her strengths include rationalizing multi-service delivery organizations and building governance capability.

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Bob has successfully restructured and grown three multi outlet service businesses using his background in consumer goods marketing and systems development. Bob enjoys a hands on role in building businesses, testing new consumer initiatives and energizing people to grow.

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Strong and collaborative leader with the proven ability to build and foster highly-competent teams of diverse stakeholders, both internal and external.  Skills include project and program management, business infrastructure development and implementation, change management and financial management.  Demonstrated effectiveness in working with public and private sector clients to achieve organizational goals through the development and implementation of strategic and operational plans.

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A proven strategic marketing executive with an extensive record of accomplishment and expertise in strategic planning and managing change for companies in transition. Ian is a persuasive communicator, team builder and results-driven operator with a record of growing business in the financial services, communications and consumer packaged goods sectors. His negotiating skills and collaborative leadership style have proven especially effective in securing “win-win” solutions with a range of stakeholders, including government and distribution channels.

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A senior financial executive with a strong general business orientation. He has had exposure to a variety of business disciplines such as finance, raising private equity capital, turnaround situations and managing a small business. Arranged numerous complex financial transactions of varying size and industries for companies ranging from small enterprises to large entities. A results oriented individual with a clear focus on objectives.

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A strategic financial executive with hands-on experience in managing business growth and change. A results oriented individual with an extensive background in corporate finance, regulatory affairs and portfolio management. A skilled project manager with strong analytical expertise, Ken has a consistent track record recommending and successfully implementing significant improvements in process and technology.

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A senior executive with extensive experience in improving operational efficiency and effectiveness. Experience in Europe, Australia and Canada, assisting large and small companies, both public and private, with developing and implementing cross-functional business process improvements. Sheila is an excellent problem-solver with a track record of developing and implementing successful solutions through building integrated and effective teams.

Contact shamilton@osborne-group.com by email. For more detailed information, click here for a full bio.

John is a passionate and pragmatic senior executive with a solid track record of leading organizations to increased sales, profit and market share. With a solid understanding of marketing, advertising and business development, coupled with strong strategic thinking and leadership skills, he has successfully built a communications company from the ground up and re-invigorated two trade associations. A respected thought leader, recognized for driving consensus and gaining buy-in from disparate stakeholders, through diplomacy and emotional intelligence. His exceptional ability to resolve complex business challenges has been used to attain peak levels of corporate performance.

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A highly skilled, results driven executive with a successful track record in operations management. Equally effective in start-up or mature business situations, Iain established the infrastructure for one of Canada’s top 50 start-ups, and has developed, facilitated and executed complex projects in both rapid growth and turnaround situations. He is a six-sigma black belt and has an exceptional ability to identify key operational performance issues and implement long lasting solutions.

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A senior executive with international operations experience throughout North and South America, Asia and Europe in both large and small companies in the manufacturing sector. Specific skills in the design and implementation of cross functional business management systems directed at Continuous Improvement in operations and customer service. Extensive experience in mergers, acquisitions and greenfield plants as well as strategic planning.

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A strategy oriented and action focused CEO. With his leadership style, Lou has successfully led small and large businesses through startups, turnarounds and growth. Has a proven track record in revenue management, lean organizations and deployment of strategic decisions. Lou’s capability to develop the best business plan has contributed to providing the right financing solution and improving value to all stakeholders. His background includes work assignments in Europe and the USA as well as negotiating business transactions in the Far East.

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An energetic, seasoned manager who has the ability to challenge, inspire and enable. His focus is on collaborative relations with staff at all levels when major restructuring is being considered. He assists staff retain their sense of self and know they are valued. He draws the issues out, challenges the way business is normally done, and helps distinguish immutable values from historical practices that must be abandoned. Helps people become passionate about their work.

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A dynamic executive with extensive management experience focused on sales, marketing and client service strategies that result in sustained growth for an organization. Experience with large and small, public and private companies, designing and implementing improved structures and processes to maximize long term, profitable business relationships. Jane is a skilled communicator who provides strong leadership with a track record of building and managing successful teams through periods of growth and significant change.

Contact jmatthews@osborne-group.com by email. For more detailed information, click here for a full bio.

A Canadian public leader who has worked at the local, provincial, federal and international level. His innovative style has provided direction to Canadian organizations and institutions, including the not-for-profit, public service, business and political sectors. In addition to a strong base in Waterloo Region and southwestern Ontario, he possesses a unique national and international network. His executive experience equips him to work as a ‘drop-in’ chief executive officer or in a mentoring role for senior management.

Contact wmclean@osborne-group.com by email. For more detailed information, click here for a full bio.

A senior executive with extensive accomplishments in financial management, strategic planning, acquisitions and financing. An entrepreneurial and general management background with a variety of experience in both public and private companies. A strong team player, people and results oriented, with strengths in planning, organizing and problem solving.

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Bob has many years experience as an accounting professional with expertise in specialty retail and commercial property management. He is able to use applications software to develop cost effective, internal business systems and to train staff in how to use them.

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A results oriented executive with diversified experience including new business startups, negotiation of joint venture agreements, project management of Greenfield manufacturing sites, cross-cultural negotiations and strategic international partnership development. Adept in the implementation of business management systems which manage the risks and hazards of global political and regulatory diversity while capturing the rewards of profitable business growth.

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An accomplished COO who has broad experience managing business growth, innovation and change in the Service Industry in both for profit and Not- For- Profit sectors. Achieved significant business growth by adding and increasing revenue streams and acquisitions. Effective in a fast paced high profile environment. Managed new major professional entertainment enterprises including large public facilities and revitalized other enterprises requiring change. A results oriented change manager with a strong track record of success, his reputation and credentials are supported by excellent testimonials from all stakeholders.

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A seasoned and insightful executive specializing in not-for-profit management. Broad experience in many types and sizes of non profits and charities, including social service agencies, foundations, and associations. Skills include change management and organizational development, strategic and operational planning, governance, project planning and management, fundraising and financial management. Exceptional ability to analyze and solve problems, set and consistently achieve challenging goals, and build and motivate multi-functional teams.

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A sales and marketing executive with the proven ability and broad experience leading sales forces to surpass revenue and profit expectations. Rene achieves success through exceptional sales/business strategic planning, development of strategic relationships with key customers and stakeholders as well as the development and implementation of creative sales and marketing solutions. An outstanding motivator, he optimizes individual performance by identifying and communicating effective sales tactics adapted to each specific client’s needs.

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A CEO or COO successful at operating mid-sized businesses. Develops winning strategies quickly, combined with a bias for action and profitability, ensuring that key operational goals are developed, tied to the strategy, and fully executed. Experienced in manufacturing and technology businesses. Adept at establishing rapport with all stakeholders from customers, to the Boardroom, to the factory floor. Significant international exposure in the US, Mexico & Europe. Board experience in publicly listed and private companies.

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A senior executive with many years general management experience including 10 as owner/CEO of a mid-sized construction company. He also served as COO of companies involved in manufacturing, transportation, warehousing and equipment distribution. Has had considerable experience in construction claim resolution and labour negotiations.

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A thoughtful, energetic and experienced executive specializing in Not-For-Profit, small business and start-ups. Broad management experience including Board development and governance, strategic planning and fund raising. An entrepreneurial thinker, Melodie is highly skilled in managing complex issues with multiple stakeholders. As a consummate team player, applies excellent analytical and communication skills to achieve goals.

Contact mzarzeczny@osborne-group.com by email. For more detailed information, click here for a full bio.