“I have worked at making complex public policies into compelling communications for more than 20 years. I like to think I'm pretty good at it, and I think my clients would agree. The guy I go to when I want to talk about a particularly tough or nuanced issue? That's Colin. Most senior-level communicators are... well, they're great communicators, but only fair-to-middlin' thinkers overall. They see everything through the lens of PR, marketing, and attention seeking. Colin's different. He's got a very strong head for research and public policy, and can talk not only about how to get the message out, but why it matters as well. That's rare, and it's why I'm probably flattering myself to call him a peer. One day, he'll get wooed by a powerful policy-research organization or maybe by a top-flight corporation that has to talk about crucial issues in clear, compelling ways. If that happens, it would be a loss for the government, since his drive, intelligence and focus are so exemplary.”
About
Lead Public Affairs and Policy activities in Canada for Waabi AI, an AI company building the next generation of self-driving technology.
Past experience implementing strategies focused on complex technology, economic and social policy issues in a disruptive environment. Provided public policy and government relations counsel to senior executives, market business leaders and not-for-profit leadership. Effectively communicated the benefits - and complications - of emerging technologies in high profile public settings and private engagements.
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CIPP/US
International Association of Privacy Professionals
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Top 100 Lobbyists in Ottawa
Hill Times
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People to Watch in Ottawa in 2023
The Logic
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Top 100 Lobbyists in Ottawa
Hill Times
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Top 100 Lobbyists in Ottawa
Hill Times
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Top 100 Lobbyists in Ottawa
Hill Times
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Top 100 Lobbyists in Ottawa
Hill Times
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Top 100 Lobbyists in Ottawa
Hill Times
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Top 100 Lobbyists in Ottawa
Hill Times
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Top 100 Lobbyists in Ottawa
Hill Times
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Top 100 Lobbyists in Ottawa
Hill Times
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French
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Italian
Limited working proficiency
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