We are diverse professional consultants and subject matter experts
The Partners
Strategy | Leadership | Entrepreneurship | Consulting
Mr. Tajzadeh is a seasoned consultant, entrepreneur, leader, educator, and coach. He creates custom tools to help businesses better understand their challenges and opportunities, and utilizes his background in research and consulting
to empower leaders to create value, and better position their organization as they gain a competitive advantage. Mr. Tajzadeh is a managing partner at The Big Leaf.
Education & Accreditation
- BComm (Bachelor of Commerce): Business Management and Entrepreneurship.
- MScM (Master of Science in Management): Strategy and Entrepreneurship. Thesis: Interpersonal Inter- and Intra- Organizational Trust.
- CMC (Certified Management Consultant)
Areas of Expertise
Strategy Development, Department and Corporate Leadership, Management Consulting, Entrepreneurship and Intrapreneurship, Investor Readiness Training, Professional Presentations, Education, Leadership Training, Coaching, Opportunity Spotting, Business Planning, Diagnostics, and Start-Up Pitching.
Services Offered
- Leadership and Management Consulting
- Entrepreneurship and Intrapreneurship Consulting
- Diagnostics and Opportunity Spotting
- Coaching and Training of Leaders and Management
- Value Creation and Competitive Positioning
Languages & International Experience
- English: Fluent
- Farsi (Persian): Advanced
Mr. Tajzadeh has worked in Canada, USA, and Italy, and given talks in the Philippines
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Dean’s List (TMU), Ted Rogers Entrance Scholarship, Ted Rogers School of Management Award, Top 10 Alumni in the Past 10 Years (TMU), Golden Key International Honor Society
INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE
Beverages, Fashion, Luxury, Retail, Staffing, Consulting, Crypto Currency, Publishing, Business Incubators, Agriculture, Consumer Products, Information Technology, Manufacturing (Furniture), Personal Training, Higher Education,
Consumer Polling & Feedback
ECONOMICS | EDUCATION | FUNDING | INNOVATION
Dr. Menna is an Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Funding, and Innovation expert with decades of experience leading small, medium, and large organizations to new levels of success. Dr. Menna is a managing partner at The Big Leaf.
Education & Accreditation
- BA (Bachelor of Arts)
- MBA (Master of Business Administration)
- PhD (Doctor of Philosophy – Economics and Entrepreneurship)
Areas of Expertise
Strategy Development, Investor Readiness, Funding Support, Business Planning, Research & Analysis, Validation, Valuation, Workshops & Training, Forecasting, Financial Projections, Coaching
Services Offered
- Education & Training
- Opportunity Spotting
- Research & Analysis
- Management Consulting
- Entrepreneurship Consulting
- Business Development & Growth
- Investor Readiness & Validation
Languages & International Experience
- English: Fluent
- Italian: Fluent
- French: Advanced
- Spanish: Advanced
- Portuguese: Intermediate
Dr. Menna has worked in Canada, USA, Italy, and Argentina
RESEARCH INTERESTS
- Entrepreneurship & Commercialization
- Innovation & Creativity
- Entrepreneurial Finance
- Entrepreneurship & Technology
INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE
- Higher Education
- Private & Public Business
- Not-For-Profit
- Agriculture & Wine
- Education Support Services
- Healthcare
- Investment Banking
LEADERSHIP| EDUCATION | TEAM BUILDING | GOVERNMENT
Mr. Vescio is a mobilizer, educator, leadership expert, coach, consultant, and community builder. He is the most decorated member of The Big Leaf team, Vice President, and a managing partner. He has spent decades leading individuals,
teams, and leaders to reach new echelons of success by utilizing proven tools and techniques.
Education & Accreditation
- BA (Bachelor of Arts)
- BEd (Bachelor of Education)
- MEd (Master of Education)
- OCT
- OPC
Areas of Expertise
Leadership, Coaching, Education, Advising, Business Improvement, Workshops & Training, DISC, Strategy Development, Government Relations, Change Management
Services Offered
- Education & Training
- DISC Assessments
- The Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team Training & Workshops
- Leadership Training, Coaching, & Advising
- Government Relations & Strategy Development
- Business Improvement
- Employee Engagement
- Change Management
- Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Accessibility (I.D.E.A.) Consulting
Languages & International Experience
- English: Fluent
- Italian: Basic
Mr. Vescio has worked in Canada, USA, and Italy
Awards & Recognition
Mr. Vescio has led the current Mayor of Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada to 4 straight election victories as his campaign manager.
Mr. Vescio’s ability to build relationships, understand people, lead teams and organizations, and awaken dormant talent in those that he advises is second-to-none.
INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE
- Higher Education
- High School Management, Leadership, & Employee Assessments
- Private & Public Business
- Not-For-Profit
- Business Incubators
- Publication & Media
ACCOUNTING| FINANCE | ADVISING | STRATEGY
Mr. McMeeken is a seasoned finance and accounting expert, executive, and entrepreneur. He has spent 70 years working with organizations large and small, from IBM to start-ups, and from pre-revenue to mergers and acquisitions, Ron has
seen and done it all. He has helped businesses raise funds, grow and expand, as well as keeping their books up to date and on track for reporting. Mr. McMeeken is a managing partner at The Big Leaf.
Education & Accreditation
- BA (Bachelor of Arts)
- CPA (fmr)
- CFP (fmr)
Areas of Expertise
Accounting (USA & Canada), Finance, Entrepreneurship, Strategy Development, Validation, Projections, Business & Corporation Set Up, Directorship, Shareholder Structuring, Advising, Coaching, Mentorship
Services Offered
- Leadership Training, Coaching, & Advising
- Financial Planning
- Accounting (USA & Canada)
- Financial Analysis
- Financial Projections
- Mentorship & Advisory Services
- Corporation Set Up
Languages & International Experience
- English: Fluent
Mr. McMeeken has worked in Canada and USA
Recognition
After 7 decades of advising small, medium, and large businesses in Canada and USA, Mr. McMeeken has seen it all and done it all. He is an entrepreneur, financial wizard, accounting master, and mentor.
INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE
TOO MANY TO COUNT!
- Education Support Services
- Consumer Polling & Feedback
- Consulting
- Accounting & Finance…
The list goes on and on with Mr. McMeeken!
The Members
Healthcare| Behaviour Therapy | Change Management | Project Management
Ms. Hosseinzadeh is an experienced ABA Therapist, Registered Behaviour Technician, and Change Management Consultant. She took the initiative to hone her skills as an executive through our Executive Officer Training Program, and is
actively working on a start-up in Ethical Home Healthcare.
Education & Accreditation
- BSc (Bachelor of Science)
- RBT (Registered Behaviour Technician)
- Post Graduate Degree: Autism & Behaviour Science
- Post Graduate Degree: Digital Health
- Standard First Aid, CPR, and AED
Ms. Hosseinzadeh has years of healthcare, management, and therapy experience.
Areas of Expertise
Change Management, ABA Therapy, Leadership/Employee/Management Therapy & Training, Business Improvement, Digital Health, Behaviour Science, Biology, Critical Thinking, Interpersonal Skills, Executive Leadership & Strategy Development
Services Offered
- Change Management
- Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Accessibility Consulting (I.D.E.A.)
- Project Management
- Employee Health & Safety Assessment & Consulting
- Leadership, Employee, & Management Training
- Human Resources Management
- Operations Efficiency & Business Improvement
Languages & International Experience
- English: Fluent
- Farsi: Fluent
Ms. Hosseinzadeh has worked in Iran & Canada, in the medical, consulting, entrepreneurship, and therapy sectors.
Healthcare| EFFICIENCY | Human Resources | Project Management
Mrs. Cathy Vescio
Mrs. Vescio’s background in healthcare, nursing, and management give her the unique ability to see businesses and their team members from a different perspective. Her abilities to lead teams and projects make her an invaluable asset
to most projects. She combines her experiences and expertise into a holistic approach that balances the needs of the team, with the goals of a project.
Education & Accreditation
- RN (Registered Nurse)
Mrs. Vescio has a deep understanding of healthcare, management, and nursing.
Areas of Expertise
Interdisciplinary Art, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, Professional Development, Experiential Learning & Development, Public Speaking, Employee & Leadership Empowerment, Professional Photography
Services Offered
- Change Management
- Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Accessibility Consulting (I.D.E.A.)
- Project Management
- Employee Health & Safety Assessment & Consulting
- Human Resources Management
- Operations Efficiency & Business Improvement
Languages & International Experience
- English: Fluent
- Italian: Advanced
Mrs. Vescio has decades of experience in the healthcare, management, and consulting industries
Leadership| Training | Human Resources | Team Building
Lani has worked in various industries, both locally and globally, delivering leadership workshops, team development sessions, customer service training, communication workshops, and train-the-trainer sessions.
With almost 20 years of experience in people development, she saw a common denominator that hinders an organization from achieving its goals — the absence of authentic dialogue. As such, it has become her personal mission to empower leaders and teams to thrive in the workplace by sparking meaningful dialogue and inspiring collaboration in the workplace.
Her genuine interest to help clients succeed further fuels her passion, especially when they leave her workshops with renewed enthusiasm and concrete action plans to make a difference in the workplace.
Education & Accreditation
- CTDP (Certified Training and Development Professional)
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
- Masteral Units in Basic Education (33 credits)
Areas of Expertise
Leadership Development, Team Dynamics, Personal Effectiveness, Course Design, and Development
Services Offered
- Leadership Development for New and Emerging Leaders
- Building Collaborative Teams
- DiSC Assessments
- The 5 Behaviors of a Cohesive Team
- Train-the-Trainer Sessions
- Customer Service Training
Languages & International Experience
- English: Fluent
- Filipino: Fluent
Mrs. Lirio has experience working in Contact Centres, Manufacturing, Gaming, Tourism, Non-Profit Organizations, and Post Secondary Education
Account Management| Business Development | Logistics | International Business
Ms. Sanchez’ experience spans continents, industries, and markets. Her ability to create meaningful, value-added, and lasting relationships is second to none. She is competitive, caring, and couth. She has excellent interpersonal skills,
a high EQ (emotional quotient), and is empathetic to clients’ needs and wants. We are proud to have her come on board as our Vice President of Business Development.
Education & Accreditation
- BSc (Bachelor of Science)
- Certificate: Human Resources Foundations
- Certificate: Human Resources (business partner)
Ms. Sanchez is a cultured, experienced, expert in business & relationship development.
Areas of Expertise
Relationship Development & Management, Consulting, Business Development, Sales, Project Management, CRM, International Business Development & Management, Training, Customer Lifetime Value Maximization, Lead Development
Services Offered
- Business Development
- Sales
- CRM
- Relationship Management
- Client Needs Analysis
- Project Management
- Account Management
Languages & International Experience
- English: Fluent
- Filipino: Fluent
Ms. Sanchez has worked in the Philippines, United Arab Emirates, Malaysia, Australia, and Singapore, in various industries, markets, and sectors.
Strategy| Digital Transformation | Business improvement | Project Management
Mr. Folowosele is a Senior Program Manager and consultant with more than a decade of experience in implementing technology, finance, and organizational solutions that improve processes and create lasting value. He is a Certified Management
Consultant, and an expert at boosting performance.
Education & Accreditation
- BSc (Bachelor of Science)
- CMC (Certified Management Consultant).
- Enterprise Agile: Growing Scrum
Mr. Folowosele is certified from the Project Management Institute and Certified Management Consultants of Canada.
Areas of Expertise
Agile Methodologies, Process Improvement, Digital Transformation, Consulting, Design Thinking, Product Management, IT Project Management, Scrum, Process Engineering, Public Speaking, Market Analysis
Services Offered
- Change Management
- Project Management
- Digital Transformation
- Operations Efficiency & Business Improvement
- Product Management
- Management Consulting
- Strategy Development
Languages & International Experience
- English: Fluent
- Yorubia: Advanced
Mr. Folowosele has worked in Canada and Nigeria in various industries including Banking, Education, and Medical
Human Resources | Training | Leadership | DEI
Ms. Fisher is a Human Resources Specialist with a CHRP designation, 15+ years of experience in Human Resources Management, Leadership Coaching, Team Building, and Workplace Culture Consulting.
Education & Accreditation
- CHRP (Certified Human Resources Professional)
- Certified Coach
- Post-Grad Certificate: Human Resources Management
- Certified JHSC (Joint Health & Safety Professional)
Areas of Expertise
Human Resources Management, Human Resources Strategy Development, Health Safety & Wellness, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, Disability Management, Recruitment, Hiring Policy Development, Onboarding & Training, Workshops, Leadership Coaching
Services Offered
- Human Resources Consulting
- Leadership Consulting & Coaching
- Training Strategy & Execution
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Accessibility (I.D.E.A.) Training, Education, & Coaching
- Human Resources Strategy Development & Implementation
- Recruitment Services
- Health & Safety Consulting
Languages & International Experience
- English: Fluent
Ms. Fisher has worked in the Healthcare Industry, Not-For-Profit Industry, Social Services Sector, Tourism & Hospitality Sectors, Long Term Care, and Management Consulting Industry
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
- Member: Board of Directors of HRPAN (Human Resources Professionals Niagara)
- Membership Director at HRPAN
- Chair: Communications at HRPAN
NLP | TRAINING | DEI | PUBLIC SPEAKING
Ms. Somji is a Certified NLP Personal & Professional Life Coach, Trainer & Facilitator that can help organizations enhance growth and performance in its leaders and employees, as well as the organization itself. She is an HR Professional with a wealth of experience in motivating a company’s greatest asset – people!
Education & Accreditation
- BBA (Bachelor of Business Adminstration)
- NLP Coach
- NLP Practitioner (Certification)
Areas of Expertise
Interdisciplinary Art, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, Professional Development, Experiential Learning & Development, Public Speaking, Employee & Leadership Empowerment, Professional Photography
Services Offered
- NLP Coaching
- Leadership Training
- Teaching & Workshops
- Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Accessibility (I.D.E.A.) Training & Strategy Development / Implementation
- Employee Loyalty, Efficiency, & Output Optimization
- Human Resources Management
- Events & Public Speaking
Languages & International Experience
- English: Fluent
- French: Beginner
- Arabic: Intermediate
- Gujarati: Advanced
- Hindi: Advanced
- Swahili: Advanced
- Urdu: Advanced
Ms. Somji has worked in Kenya, U.K., Dubai, and Canada
Awards & Volunteering
- Featured for outstanding achievement in academia: Kenya Times
- Motivational Speaker Award: 2015
Volunteer: Teacher Training Programs for Nasimco (not-for-profit organization)
Industry Experience
- Fashion
- Consumer Goods
- Education
- Retail
- B2B
ARTS | EDUCATION | CULTURE | PUBLIC SPEAKING
Ms. Raj is an artist and educator that teaches and empowers businesses, leaders, and their team with experiential learning and development through art. She is at the forefront of utilizing innovative communication and experience as
a tool to create value within and among organizations.
Education & Accreditation
- BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts)
- CTA (Certified Teaching Artist)
- Author: Intercultural Worldwide – Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. Professional Development. Curriculum Guidebook (ISBN# 199071708X)
Areas of Expertise
Interdisciplinary Art, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, Professional Development, Experiential Learning & Development, Public Speaking, Employee & Leadership Empowerment, Professional Photography
Services Offered
- Digital Enablement
- Change Management
- Training Strategy & Execution
- Communication Crafting
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Accessibility (I.D.E.A.) Training, Education, & Coaching
Languages & International Experience
- English: Fluent
Ms. Raj has worked, given talks, and been featured in Canada, USA, U.K., Fiji, Japan, and Dubai
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
- TIFA Gold Winner 2018 (Tokyo International Foto Awards)
- City of Miami Beach Intercultural Day Proclamation
- Most Innovative Artist Award 2018 (Word at Dubai)
INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE
- Fine Art
- Education
- Global/International Affairs
- Private & Public Business
- Not-For-Profit
- Journalism/News
- Events
Change Management | Training | Digital Transformation| communication
Ms. Rekhi is a Master of Business Administration with years of experience in digital enablement, change management, customer-facing roles, stakeholder management, and communications. Her enthusiasm and drive are matched perfectly by
her knowledge and expertise.
Education & Accreditation
- BComm (Bachelor of Commerce): Specializing in e-Commerce
- MBA (Master of Business Administration): Specializing in Human Resources Management
Areas of Expertise
Human Resources Management, Human Resources Strategy Development, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, Recruitment, Hiring Policy Development, Onboarding & Training, Workshops, E-Commerce, Change Management, Digital Enablement, Training & Workshops, Instructional Design
Services Offered
- Change Management Strategy & Execution
- Human Resources Consulting
- Training Strategy & Execution
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Accessibility (I.D.E.A.) Training, Education, & Coaching
- Human Resources Strategy Development & Implementation
- Recruitment Services
- Instructional Design
- Digital Enablement Solutions
- E-Commerce Strategies
Languages & International Experience
- English: Fluent
- Hindi: Fluent
- Punjabi: Fluent
Ms. Rekhi has worked in India and Canada, as well as the US, New Zealand, the U.K., and Japan (remotely) in various capacities, with firms of varying sizes.
Diversity: Our team members come from all around the world, with diverse backgrounds and unique histories and skillsets
Expertise: Our growing team includes professionals at all levels of post secondary education, professional certification, and fellowships
Experience: We have hundreds of years in combined experience at various levels of research, management, consulting, and entrepreneurship within many industries around the world
Professionalism: Every member of The Big Leaf abides by one of the most stringent Codes of Conduct and Ethics in the industry
Ethics: As Consultants we hold dear the duty we have to protect the interests of Humanity, Stakeholders, The Profession and Firm, and ourselves, in that order
Research: We utilize robust, validated, research-based tools and methodologies, and even create custom tools to better help our clients
The Seasons Change, But We Keep Growing!
The Big Leaf is Budding
The Big Leaf family is budding, and our combined experiences, skill sets, diverse backgrounds and shared focus on ethical consulting makes us resilient, adaptable, and better able to help your business
