Our Team

The ATN team brings together highly qualified experts from diverse fields, including public and private leadership, public policy, law, finance, immigration, arts and culture, tourism, and economic development.

With advanced academic credentials and significant hands-on experience, our professionals are recognized for their analytical rigour, strategic thinking, and ability to deliver clear, evidence-based insights.

We apply the latest research and proven methodologies to every project, ensuring innovative and practical solutions for complex challenges. Our multidisciplinary expertise allows us to consistently deliver high-quality results and help clients achieve sustainable, measurable impact across sectors and communities.

  • Dr. Kouakou Adou

    Senior Research Consultant Dr. Adou is fully bilingual in French and English and has more than seven years of experience conducting and leading rigorous research….

  • Addie Burkam

    Research Analyst Addie Burkam (BA) is a skilled project coordinator with a background in the social and environmental impacts of climate change, municipal affairs, and…

  • Stephen Coyle

    Vice President of Research and Strategy Stephen Coyle is ATN’s Vice President of Research and Strategy. Stephen brings a diversified career background to ATN including…

  • Dr. Gladstone Deklu

    Manager, Projects and Operations Gladstone is an experienced researcher with a background in Economics and Linguistics. He has expertise in strategy development, program evaluation, qualitative…

  • Lorraine Glendenning

    Engagement and Innovation Principal Lorraine Glendenning is an experienced strategy and engagement advisor with over 25 years of experience helping organizations clarify their strategic goals and…

  • Paul Johnston

    Public Policy Principal Paul Johnston (MPA) is a seasoned public policy and government relations advisor with more than three decades of experience working for all three…

  • Lezlie Lowe

    Senior Director Partnerships and Transformation Lezlie Lowe is an accomplished strategy and communications advisor with over 20 years of experience helping organizations and individuals share their stories…

  • Nicholas Mason

    Analyst & Proposal Manager Nick is a researcher with experience in policy analysis and recommendation, literature review, and both quantitative and qualitative research methods. He…

  • Waye Mason

    President Waye Mason, MBA is President of ATN and a respected strategic planner and long-time community builder. He is an entrepreneur, educator, and former municipal…

  • Jillian Ramsay

    Senior Director Engagement and Insights Jillian Ramsay is a legally trained, seasoned researcher with a background in marketing, finance and government.  Jill attended law school…

  • Jeff Ward

    Mi’kmaw Engagement Lead Jeff Ward has been delivering exceptional client service, cultivating relationships and offering leadership on complex issues for over 25 years. Jeff’s compelling…

  • John Wedderburn

    John Wedderburn is an accomplished strategic leader, executive, and communicator with over two decades of experience driving organizational success through effective communications and stakeholder engagement.