Guest experts

Michelle Clément’s research interest and experience lies within sustainability, marketing and consumer behaviour. She has sat on numerous committees within the community and the post-secondary environment. 

Miles enjoys assisting his clients with their personal and professional legal needs. Miles operating a mixed practice of law with a focus on corporate & commercial law. In his spare time, Miles enjoys all forms of outdoor activities, travelling to various countries, and playing music.

Shannon maintains a broad business law practice with a focus on corporate and commercial law. She is experienced in various industries and assisting these clients in the structuring, operation, growth, and eventual sale of their businesses. Shannon also has experience in advising charities and not-for-profit organizations.

Ravipal (Ravi) Bains is a trusted advisor in the areas of mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and corporate finance. Ravi acts for issuers and private equity funds in a variety of sectors, including mining, forestry, and technology. Ravi is a member of the Canada Climate Law Initiative’s group of experts on climate governance and has a keen interest in the current trends in environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG).

Stan’s academic interests include corporate finance and strategic planning. His career has included experience in private industry, international development aid, as well as consulting to a range of clients in the resource, non-profit, education and small business sectors. He has a personal interest in social businesses, specifically to support individuals with different (intellectual) abilities. 

Amanda is a marketing and communications specialist whose varied career encompasses journalism, public relations, commercial production and arts marketing among others. She is currently co-owner of Spark Strategic Group. She helped launch the Island Good ‘buy local’ brand marketing initiative, and she is currently supporting eco-start up The Nulla Project in their work reducing single use coffee cups.

Ian joined Stocksy after a decade in the nonprofit sector where he learned that he liked people, processes, and pie charts. Ian is an engaged and energetic professional with extensive experience in strategic planning, full-cycle recruitment, talent management, employee engagement, and organizational evaluation. 

Carla has over 15 years of editorial and communications experience. She is currently the Editor of Douglas Magazine, the latest chapter in her diverse career spanning fashion, business, education, and the creative industries. Her background in fine arts and journalism and a passion for storytelling are reflected in her dynamic and innovative body of work.

Dr. Adel Guitouni is an award-winning associate professor of management sciences, operations research and decision support systems at the Gustavson School of Business. Through his research Adel's goal is to help improve the decision-making process at the individual and corporate level. Through his entrepreneurship and leadership project work, he hopes to empower youth and leaders by giving them the tools to change their world.