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 French-English bilingual and has more than seven years of experience conducting and leading rigorous research. He coordinated a…

  • Charlie Byrne

    Strategic Advisor, Newfoundland and Labrador A former Special Advisor to Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources, Charlie is the lead on all our files in Newfoundland…

  • 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…

  • Jiaqi Chen

    Research Analyst Jiaqi Chen is a multifaceted social policy and strategic communication specialist with a proven track record of leveraging data-driven insights to address complex…

  • 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…

  • Tracy Gulliver

    Tracy, a Senior Research Consultant at MQO & ATN, excels in data collection and analysis, utilizing diverse methods to meet client needs. With degrees in Applied Psychological Science and Psychology, she brings extensive experience from both public and private sectors. Her commitment to exceptional service enhances the quality of her consulting efforts.

  • Lezlie Lowe

    Strategy & Communications Principal Lezlie Lowe is an accomplished strategy and communications advisor with over 20 years of experience helping organizations and individuals share their stories effectively. She…

  • 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

    Executive Vice President Waye Mason, MBA, is ATN’s Executive Vice President and a respected strategic planner and long-time community builder. He is an entrepreneur, educator,…

  • Jillian Ramsay

    Senior Director Jillian Ramsay is a legally trained, seasoned researcher with a background in marketing, finance and government.  Jill attended law school at Dalhousie University’s…

  • 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.