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Bradley Chisholm

Bradley joined Roy Group in 2009 and has led the executive coaching offering ever since. He draws on an international network of coaching practitioners to better understand the trends and needs of leadership in society.

Bradley’s experience in the realms of law, politics, and executive education allows him to add unique value to leaders in the political, public service, non-profit, and business communities. Bradley holds his executive coaching certification from the Hudson Institute of Santa Barbara, his JD from the University of Calgary, and his BA Economics from McGill University.

Prior to joining Roy Group, Bradley served as the chief of staff and senior political advisor to the Alberta Attorney General as well as Alberta’s Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing. His primary role was to position his cabinet minister for high performance. Bradley led a small team to develop a policy establishing the Homeless Secretariat, charged with the mission to end homelessness in Alberta in 10 years. In 2010, this policy was recognized with a Gold Medal from the Institute of Public Administration of Canada for its leadership in breaking the cycle of homelessness and for setting new standards in collaboration.

Bradley lives in Vancouver, Canada with his wife Taryn, an interior designer.

Bradley’s Work:

• 2009-present: Roy Group, Partner
• 2007-2009: Office of the Attorney General, Government of Alberta, Executive Assistant
• 2007: Office of the Minister - Municipal Affairs and Housing, Government of Alberta, Executive Assistant
• 2006-2007: Macleod Dixon LLP, Barrister and Solicitor
• 2005: City of Calgary – Law Department, Research Analyst
• 2001: Columba 1400 Community and International Leadership Centre, Team Leader
• 1996-2000: American Management Association International, Team Leader, Operation Enterprise

Ian Chisholm

Ian founded Roy Group in 2004 with the intent of making the statement above his own life's work - and a vehicle to have others find theirs.

Ian finds his greatest fulfillment in seeing the multiplying effect achieved when honorable people - from all walks of life - choose to use who they are to invite each other into leadership. His twist on the golden rule is focused on personal conduct: "Do unto others as you would have them do unto others." Believing that every achievement makes one capable of even greater accomplishment, Ian has become a personal resource to clients at the CEO level, where his unique giftedness in connection and story generates deep personal and cultural change.

Originally from Saskatchewan, Ian is a social entrepreneur, executive educator, and former CEO in Europe where he guided the challenging start-up of the award-winning Columba 1400 International Leadership Centre on the Isle of Skye, Scotland. His team's approach built a reputation for leadership development excellence into the organization’s culture, employees, products and brand in the community, private, public, and military sectors.

In 2003, Ian was asked to lead a groundbreaking task force for The Hunter Foundation and Scottish Executive, implementing the creation of a more entrepreneurial culture across Scottish education. The program continues to this day. In 2004, Ian was named the first Fellow of Columba 1400.

Prior to his time in Europe, Ian served as the Director of Programs for Operation Enterprise - a division of American Management Association International headquartered in New York City, USA. There he played an integral role in pioneering an initiative to bring young talent from inner city USA to experience a regime of formal leadership development. Aligned with this background, Ian is the co-creator of The Gemini Project, bringing together senior executives with young adults from "tough" socio-economic realities.

Ian is a Trustee of the Lester B. Pearson United World College of the Pacific and has led the college’s strategic renewal since 2008. Ian lives with his family on Vancouver Island, Canada.

Ian’s Work:

• 2004 – Present: Roy Group, Founding Partner
• 2005 – Present: Pearson College, Trustee
• 2005 – 2011: The NeXt Institute, Learning Leader
• 2005 – 2011: Berlin Eaton, Practice Leader
• 2004 – Present: Columba 1400, First Fellow
• 2000 – 2004: Columba 1400 Community and International Leadership Centre, CEO
• 1992 – 2000: American Management Association International, Director of Programs, Operation Enterprise

Anne-Marie Daniel

Anne Marie has been working with Roy Group since its inception in 2004. She uses her talents as a mediator and executive educator to help clients build the relationships that she believes are at the heart of real change.

Anne-Marie has a long list of education and experience that help her in her work. Having studied in Montreal, Canada; Burlington, USA; and Glasgow, Scotland, she brings an eclectic understanding of theatre, conflict resolution, and natural systems to Roy Group’s offering. Anne-Marie’s varied experience makes her ideal for helping others develop their own sense of place within their environment.

Anne-Marie's mediation experience range across many sectors, including the resolution of the first human rights cases to be referred to mediation in the State of Vermont, USA. While a large part of Anne-Marie’s role is delivering conflict resolution and mediation services, her job also includes managing Roy Group’s operations. Always cognizant of the customer’s experience, Anne-Marie finds retreat locations that leave clients restored, learning models that offer people flexibility and practicality, and operational strategies that align with Roy Group’s values.

Anne-Marie lives with her family on Vancouver Island, Canada.

Anne-Marie’s Work:

• 2004-Present: Roy Group, Partner
• 2008: Office of the Premier, Special Advisor, Public Engagement
• 2000-2004: Columba 1400, Faculty
• 2000-2004: The Staffin Trust, Secretary
• 1999-2000: American Management Association, Faculty, Operation Enterprise
• 1996-2007: Woodbury College Resolution Centre, Mediator / Faculty
• 1996-1998: Vermont Mediators Association, Development Officer
• 1991-1993: Head and Hands Community Youth Centre, Leader

Bob Chartier

Bob is an associate and special advisor with Roy Group. This partnership is rooted in shared prairie values, respect across demographic challenges, and deep learning through practice.

Bob’s long career in public service ranges from organizing school boards in isolated First Nations reserves to engaging deputy ministers and their management teams as they build their first team charter. In 2000, he was recognized for his work in organizational and community engagement with the Head of the Public Service Award.

He has authored a Canadian best seller on public service, Bureaucratically Incorrect…letters to a young public servant, and continues to write, speak, and lead seminars on “Monday Morning” engagement tools and practices.

Bob holds his Bachelors in Education from the University of Saskatchewan and his Masters in Education from the University of Toronto.

Bob lives in Calgary with his wife Linda, an extraordinary painter.

Bob’s Work:

• 2002–Present: National Managers Community, Government of Canada
• 1998–2002: Leadership Network, Government of Canada
• 1986–1998: Aboriginal and Northern Affairs, Government of Canada
• 1969–1989: Various roles including teacher, principal, superintendent, public participation advisor on an environmental study, Conference Centre Administrator, Information Canada field worker, and a fair share of plumbing

Mark D. Bell

Mark is a special advisor of Roy Group and has played an integral role in its development and evolution since its inception. Mark founded re-find the future® in 2002 as a transformational approach to leadership, organizational, and personal renewal. As managing partner of re-find the future®, he shares this innovative practice with Robert Henderson, Ian Chisholm, and Bradley Chisholm with an aim to grow more leadership everywhere. Renewal is at the core of this work.

Mark has been at the heart of highly original growth experiences, providing his guidance and expertise from conception through to delivery. A co-creator of The Gemini Project with Ian Chisholm, he brings together senior executives with young adults from "tough" socio-economic realities and has co-led the Head Teacher’s Leadership Academy. Mark is a highly experienced organizational consultant whose broad portfolio includes R.B.S., Ernst and Young, Standard Life, Aon, The Social Enterprise Academy, and other corporate clients in Europe and North America.

Prior to establishing re-find the future®, Mark headed U.K. Human Resources for Alliance Boots, a global pharmacy-led group. In that role, Mark delivered a groundbreaking program of development and change that was instrumental in doubling the company’s share price. Much of that change was enabled by the introduction of a non-directive coaching culture, one that, 15 years later, still makes up the DNA of the business.

Having studied law and psychology, Mark spent several years practicing as an associate within a criminal defense law firm. During that time, he published several papers, established legal precedent, and worked closely with local rehabilitation groups and organizations dedicated to reducing offending. Mark was the youngest person to be offered partnership (he was 26).

Mark holds a Certificate in Business Communications from the International N.L.P. Training Association and is qualified in mediation and conflict resolution from Woodbury College, Vermont. Mark is accredited by the Association of Professional Executive Coaches and Supervisors.

Mark currently serves on the board of the University of the Highlands and Islands. He lives with his family in Perthshire, Scotland.

Mark’s Work:

• 2010–Present: University of the Highlands and Islands, Board Member
• 2002–Present: re-find the future®, Managing Partner
• 1998–2002: Alliance Boots, Head of Human Resources
• 1996–1998: Mars Confectionery, Senior Manager
• 1992–1996: McBain and Co. Solicitors, Senior Associate

Alan Wise

Alan was first introduced to the Roy Group in July 2011 as a corporate client and partners with them as an associate. He has an extensive background in employee learning, development, and training, and demonstrates a commitment to leadership through his integrity, openness, and honesty. Alan believes that life provides an opportunity for continual learning and growth; through his own personal growth he is able to demonstrate this key element of personal leadership.

An Englishman raised in southern England, Alan’s early academic learning was driven by an interest in ethics, religion, and business economics. He completed a degree in accounting and finance. Shortly afterward in 1992, he started a career in learning, development, and training, during which he took on several senior leadership roles. In 2004, Alan immigrated to Edmonton, Alberta, and served as a police officer until 2010 when he chose to return to a corporate leadership development role.

Alan’s background offers multiple perspectives in the corporate and consulting fields. They originate from his strategic and tactical experience across multiple industries.

Alan continues to specialize in the development of business leaders. He now serves as an executive coach, consultant, and facilitator specializing in leadership and management development. Embodying his belief in continual learning, Alan has added a post-graduate diploma in Management Studies and a Master Practitioner certification in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) to his certifications. After many years of coaching business leaders as part of broader corporate roles, Alan is currently certifying with Erickson International.

Alan is based in Edmonton, Alberta.

Alan’s Work:

• 2012–Present: Roy Group, Associate
• 2012–Present: Compass Leadership Consulting Ltd., President
• 2012–Present: International Coach Federation – Edmonton, Director
• 2012–Present: Global Knowledge Training, Leadership & Business Solutions Facilitator

Previous Experience

• 2010–2011: ATB Financial, Leader, Learning & Leadership Development
• 2005–2010: Police Constable, Edmonton Police Service
• 2002–2004: Dove Nest Group, Senior Management Consultant
• 2000–2002: TXU Europe, Management Development Manager
• 1998–2000: Global Crossing/Racal Telecom, Group Training & Development Manager
• 1995–1998: BG plc, Human Resources Adviser (Training & Development)
• 1994–1995: British Gas plc, Training Officer
• 1992–1994: British Gas E&P Ltd., Administration & Training Coordinator

Allison Hesje

Allison joined Roy Group as an associate in 2006. She focuses on positive social change by incorporating coaching cultures in values-led enterprises.

Allison received her Certified Executive Coaching certificate from Royal Roads University and her Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Alberta. Throughout her education and career, she has been committed to the idea that the public and private sector can benefit from sharing their practices. Not-for-profits can increase their resources by adopting efficiencies from the private sector, and private enterprises can improve their results by adopting values-led principles from the public sector.

Allison's leadership has been instrumental in the establishment of the Institute of Child Development (ICD) at Texas Christian University (TCU). Her efforts there have been focused on developing a thriving integration of research, education, and outreach. The TCU Institute of Child Development is a research-based not-for-profit organization that works with families of at-risk children, and is particularly focused on the needs of internationally adopted children. Allison’s leadership, counsel, and ability to ask the type of questions that move an organization forward have made her an invaluable asset to the ICD team and community.

Allison’s introduction to leadership development first occurred through her work with Operation Enterprise (OE), a division of the American Management Association International headquartered in New York. As an integral member of the OE leadership team, Allison coordinated the project management and delivery of unique residential leadership experiences across North America.

Contact Details:
T: 250.656.2424
allison@roygroup.net

Anna Lisa

Anna Lisa joined the Roy Group as an associate in 2011. She brings to her role a passion for life-long learning (both professionally and personally), and knows that neither is separate from the other. She believes we have the ability to constantly expand, re-evaluate, integrate, and move into our best selves everyday.

Originally a farm girl from Alberta, Anna Lisa learned from an early age the value of community, integrity, and collaboration; this is one of the main reasons that led her to join Roy Group

Anna Lisa’s background in education (she’s been a teacher, district coordinator, and administrator) has offered her the opportunity to discern the specific learning needs of individual children in her class, to assess and navigate entire school communities through reorganization and restructuring projects, and to co-create new cultures and environments for staff, students, and parents.

Anna Lisa has worked at the district level as well, creating and building partnerships between secondary and post-secondary institutions and promoting transitional pathways and opportunities for more personalized learning in school systems. Within these fields of opportunity, Anna Lisa specialized in working with First Nation communities and youth at risk. She has travelled extensively, applying her passion, energy, and skills to projects that focused on improving resources and access to education for young children in third-world countries.

Anna Lisa took the Graduate Executive Coaching program in 2009 at Royal Roads University and began LEAP Professional Coaching and Wellness. Drawing from a variety of strategies and tools, such as Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), the Feldenkrais Method, and her coaching training, Anna Lisa works in partnership to create an environment for high performance, high learning, and high engagement for both individual and team clients.

Anna Lisa lives in Victoria, British Columbia.

Anna Lisa’s Work:

• 2011–Present: Roy Group, Associate
• 2009–Present: LEAP Professional Coaching and Wellness, Founding Partner
• 2011–2012: School District 61, District Coordinator for Careers and Transitions
• 1997–2008: School District 61 (Victoria, B.C.), Teacher, Vice Principal
• 1985–1992: Human Resources Training and Management (London, England)