We bring Ottawa closer
When it matters the most
Federal government decision-making can seem obscure.
MH2 can help you navigate the bureaucracy to get your point across and shape the outcome that you want.
Let our decades of experience in and around the federal government help your organization thrive.
Who We Are
MH2 is a Kelowna-based boutique advisory firm specializing in government relations at the federal level. Our team, supported by a strong network of collaborators, possess an extensive knowledge of the inner workings of bureaucracy and can efficiently demystify the decision-making process, understand chokepoints, and determine the best course of actions needed to get you the best outcome possible.
Since some of our files require a boots-on-the-ground approach, we are proud to partner with Ottawa-based Bluesky Strategy Group.
Areas of Expertise
MH2 can help you navigate the Government procurement process, legislative and regulatory matters, and coordinate relevant actions such as committee appearances and lobby days. Whatever issue you face, we will help you build the alliances, strategies and approaches to strengthen your voice.
MH2 also provides advice on topics including National Security, Corporate Strategy Development, Not-for-Profit Management, Policy Development, and offers Executive Coaching services.
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Government Procurement
Is your business interested in pursuing federal government procurement opportunities? Don’t leave anything to chance – let us walk with you through the process and ensure your interests are looked after. We make sure the right people understand the story and help shape positive outcomes.
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National Security
Concerned about supply-chain security or your existing business interests in other jurisdictions? We keep a constant scan on the global strategic environment to ensure you remain well-ahead of business changing events. We will help shape the recommendations that are key to decision-making in an ever-changing and volatile global commons.
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Corporate Strategy Development
Is your business ready to take the next growth step? Our years of leading strategy development across the spectrum from not-for-profit through to government to major industry sectors will help you shape your strategy and inform key decisions.
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The Regulatory Environment
Put our years of shaping the regulatory environment in Ottawa to best use on the issues of greatest importance to your enterprise success. From Transport Canada across the spectrum to the energy and mining sectors, take the steps to help shape the dialogue, influence the decision-makers, and protect your interests.
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Executive Coaching
Invest in yours and your teams success. Certified executive coaching for all levels within your business, from the CEO to the manager, let our team build the confidence of your workforce to enable your strategic goals and vision.
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Not-for-Profit Management
Our years of not for profit leadership and management can help you achieve your objectives. We have been CEOs and Board Members in the sector and understand how to lead, shape the environment, and unlock federal and provincial funding opportunities to help you sustain your vision and growth plan.
Our Process
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Introductory Call
To discuss the issue that you want to address
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Deeper Dive
To identify the barriers and opportunities to achieving your goal
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Pragmatic Approach
To effectively overcome the barriers and seize the opportunities
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Key Messages
Customized to resonate with your key audience
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Execution
Deploy the strategy to help you achieve your goals
Meet Our Team
As a senior executive with more than 25 years of experience in government relations and not-for-profit management, Maryse has a thorough understanding of the government decision-making process and of the crucial elements for an effective advocacy strategy. Throughout her career she has developed distinctive skills in alliance-building, stakeholders’ relations, strategic communications, and the implementation of governance best-practices.
She has held positions as ministerial policy advisor within the federal departments of Finance, Industry, and Human Resources. She also served as Senior Vice-President of a national industry association, Director of Government Relations of a federal Crown Corporation and has most recently led the development of an emerging collaborative aerospace innovation hub.
Maryse holds a BA in Economics from McGill University, a Master’s in Business Administration from the Telfer School of Management (Ottawa), and Graduate Certificates in Values-Based Leadership and Executive Coaching, both from Royal Roads University.
Maryse Harvey • President
Mike is a proven leader with more than 33 years of experience in the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) leading and executing global combat, combat support and humanitarian operations. Mike has commanded at every level in the RCAF, culminating upon his appointment as Commander from 2015 to 2018, one of the youngest in its history. Mike has a wealth of experience in the Ottawa decision-making process and held senior executive positions in acquisition, strategic planning, international security policy, and national security – where he helped shape the Government of Canada’s response to numerous global security crises.
Mike is a graduate of Canada’s National Security Program as well as the United States Air Force Command and Staff College, and holds a master’s degree in International Relations from Auburn University and an Undergraduate Arts degree from the Royal Military College. He is the founder of the RCAF Foundation and serves on several not-for-profit boards providing governance and leadership advice.
Following command of the RCAF, Mike moved into the private sector where he helped structure and grow a privately owned energy and mining company. He now consults and provides strategic advice to clients on a range of topics, including complex innovative and disruptive technologies, government procurement, national security, operational resilience and strategy development and leadership.
