Sandstone Group Expands to Support CEOs and Executives in Quebec and across Canada
The Honourable Hélène Chalifour Scherrer Joins Canada’s Leading Executive Advisory Firm
Ottawa, Canada — The Honourable Hélène Chalifour has joined Sandstone Group as Senior Associate.
Launched in November 2021 to support chief executives and senior corporate leaders develop and implement effective government relations, procurement and public affairs strategies, Sandstone Group has fast become a go to firm for international and national business leaders who are seeking success in Canada.
“Hélène brings a tremendous amount of knowledge and government expertise having served in Cabinet as Minister of Canadian Heritage and then as Principal Secretary to Prime Minister Paul Martin. This unique executive leadership and experience enables Sandstone Group to expand our reach in Quebec and provide enhances support and excellence to our clients in Quebec, and from across Canada,” said Naresh Raghubeer, co-founder and managing partner at Sandstone Group.
“As a former elected official, Hélène will provide strategic counsel to clients and enhance Sandstone Group’s ability to create tailored strategies that resonate with the intended audiences,” said Kevin Bosch, co-founder and managing partner. “With Helene, we will be better able to support CEOs and executives build relationships of trust and corporate synergies in Quebec City and Ottawa.”
Outside of government, Hélène has specialized in philanthropic management for more than ten years at the head of her own company. She has supported many public and private organizations as they developed and implemented their fundraising strategies and governance review. During her career, she created strong relationships with leaders from the private and public sectors in the health, education and community sectors.
Hélène will be based in Québec City.