ASSOCIATES
Jason Doiron
Jason supports teams and communities through change using practical, human-centred facilitation. He designs and leads processes that build trust, surface what matters, and help groups navigate complexity with clarity and intention.
Jason contributes steady facilitation, strong process design, and inclusive engagement that helps teams make decisions and move forward together.
Specialty:
- Participatory leadership
- Organizational change
- Strategic facilitation
New Brunswick
Dr. Tom Cooper
Tom is a Professor of Business Administration at Memorial University with deep expertise in strategic planning, risk management, entrepreneurship, and participatory research. His work bridges academia and practice, supporting organizations, communities, and social enterprises through applied research and innovation-focused projects.
Tom contributes rigorous strategic insight, research-informed decision-making, and hands-on experience supporting risk-aware, community-engaged solutions.
Specialty:
- Strategic planning
- Risk management
Newfoundland and Labrador
Jody Burry
Jody brings over 20 years of experience helping organizations clarify their purpose, strengthen their voice, and communicate complex ideas with confidence and care. His work spans branding, strategic communications, storytelling, and creative leadership across nonprofit, public, and purpose-driven sectors. Jody contributes strategic communications insight and creative direction that helps partners articulate impact, engage stakeholders, and align message with mission.
Specialty:
- Strategic Communications
- Brand strategy
- Creative direction
- Design Services
Nova Scotia
Karen Moores
Karen brings more than 20 years of experience advising leaders, boards, and organizations on navigating policy environments, political change, and cross-sector collaboration. Her work spans economic development, innovation, seniors’ issues, and disability inclusion at both regional and national levels.
Karen contributes policy insight and partnership-building expertise to projects operating at the intersection of government, community, and systems change.
Specialty:
- Policy
- Government relations
- Strategic partnerships
Atlantic Canada
Andrew Murphy
Andrew is a Chartered Professional Accountant with over 35 years of experience advising organizations across sectors including real estate, manufacturing, professional services, and community development. His background includes senior roles in national firms, private practice leadership, and extensive board service.
Andrew contributes rigorous financial insight and governance expertise that strengthens organizational sustainability and long-term decision-making.
Specialty:
- Strategic planning
- Risk management
Atlantic Canada
Dave Upton
Dave brings over 30 years of experience leading change across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors as a community developer, policy advisor, educator, and entrepreneur. He is widely recognized for his leadership in social innovation, community enterprise development, and impact measurement.
Dave contributes ecosystem-level thinking, policy insight, and national and international networks that strengthen community-based enterprise and systems change.
Specialty:
- Social innovation
- Community enterprise
- Policy
Nova Scotia
Bill Van Gorder
Bill is a national leader in seniors advocacy and nonprofit governance, with decades of executive leadership experience across health, community organizations, and national associations. He currently serves on the National Board of CARP as Chief Education and Advocacy Officer.
Bill contributes sector knowledge, policy expertise, and advocacy leadership to projects focused on aging populations and community wellbeing.
Specialty:
- Seniors advocacy
- Public policy
- Nonprofit leadership
Nova Scotia
John Norman
John is the Mayor of Bonavista and a recognized leader in heritage-based community development, known for leveraging historic assets to drive sustainable rural economic growth. His work has supported business development, population growth, and cultural renewal through collaborative partnerships and public investment.
John contributes place-based insight and practical experience in using cultural heritage as a catalyst for long-term community renewal.
Specialty:
- Heritage-led community development
- Rural economic revitalization
Newfoundland and Labrador
Mari-Lynn Taylor
Mari-Lynn is a seasoned social enterprise and small business leader with deep expertise in program design, evaluation, and impact measurement. As Senior Manager of Education, Employment, and Social Enterprise at Choices for Youth, she leads initiatives supporting youth through education and mission-driven enterprise. Mari-Lynn contributes practical experience and strategic insight in designing, delivering, and measuring social enterprise programs.
Specialty:
- Social enterprise development
- Impact measurement
Newfoundland and Labrador
Mark White
Mark is an architect with expertise in sustainable design, passive house standards, and alternative energy systems. His work spans civic, cultural, and infrastructure projects, combining technical skill with a strong commitment to place-based and community-oriented design. Mark contributes design-led thinking and creative problem-solving to projects integrating sustainability, culture, and community impact.
Specialty:
- Sustainable architecture
- Community-focused design
Newfoundland and Labrador
Stacey Hoffe
Stacey is a counsellor, educator, and community leader with over a decade of experience across health, government, and community organizations. As Executive Director of Mokami Status of Women Council, she brings deep expertise in trauma-informed practice, counselling, and organizational leadership.
Stacey contributes compassionate, equity-centred insight and facilitation to projects focused on wellbeing, inclusion, and systems-level change.
Specialty:
- Trauma-informed practice
- Gender equity
- Community wellbeing
Labrador
Karen Secord
Karen is a seasoned community developer and social activist with extensive experience leading innovative, food-based social programs. As former Executive Director of the Parkdale Food Centre, she focused on using food as a tool to strengthen community connection, reduce isolation, and support marginalized populations.
Karen contributes strategic leadership and cross-sector insight to projects advancing health, wellbeing, and social inclusion.
Specialty:
- Food security
- Social prescribing
- Community wellbeing
Ontario