Holding a master’s degree in social sciences from the University of Toronto and an executive leadership diploma from Queen's University, Sam is a values-based, transformational leader with over 15 years senior executive experience in service delivery modernization, public-private partnerships, relationship management and commercial growth. Sam has proven capabilities in defining a strategic vision and developing a road map for results.  

Sam held various senior executive positions in the government of Ontario including as deputy solicitor general and deputy minister of the Anti-Racism Directorate. Prior to this he also served as associate deputy minister, The Cabinet Office and assistant deputy minister, Treasury Board Secretariat  

After a 20-year career in the public sector, Sam joined the private sector as head and executive vice president at Connexall Inc. where he developed a strong executive team and enhanced Connexall's value-proposition in the global clinical software healthcare market.