Jean François Pelletier is a veteran public affairs officer with extensive experience navigating the media landscape. Entering his fourth decade in the industry, he is well-known and well-liked by journalists across the Maritimes and in Quebec and uses these relationships to assist Porter O’Brien clients in gaining the media attention they need.

Prior to joining Porter O’Brien, Jean François worked for the government of New Brunswick as a senior media relations specialist for over three decades.

With an impressive educational background in Communication and Media Studies and Women and Gender Studies from Carleton University, Faith is a skilled writer that is proficient in research, editing, and managing professional relationships. Based in Ottawa, but originally from Fredericton, Faith brings a fresh perspective to public relations and a strong understanding of how to communicate a message through a variety of writing styles learned through her education.

Faith has a compelling voice that can appeal to numerous audiences and is exceptionally thorough yet resourceful in her work. Faith possesses a passion for storytelling and a great ability to understand and rework complex ideas into accessible formats.

Passionate about community and storytelling, Caitlin Dutt worked to build brands to their full potential before she came to work at Porter O’Brien. Bringing a range of skills to the firm from marketing and digital strategy to relationship building and writing, Caitlin was a journalist for several years until she switched to working with the arts and post-secondary education sectors.

At Porter O’Brien, Caitlin is excited to be able to take her passion for writing and strategy and implement it to help others reach their goals.

Caitlin holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Communications and Public Policy from St. Thomas University and is currently working toward a Master's of Public Relations.

Huzaifa Makhmoor is a seasoned pre-sales and knowledge management consultant with seven years of expertise in crafting impactful proposal responses, managing comprehensive proposal processes, and developing strategic content that enhances client engagement.
Originally from India, she brings a wealth of experience in proposal management, proposal writing, competitive intelligence, market research, knowledge management, and strategic consulting. Huzaifa has successfully contributed to projects across various sectors, including healthcare, finance, hospitality and tourism, utilizing her skills to drive project outcomes and ensure client satisfaction.

Huzaifa holds an MBA in Business Development & Professional Sales from the University of New Brunswick and a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Delhi, India.

Adam is an undergraduate student at Mount Allison University pursuing a degree in political science. As a returning summer student since 2021, he has assisted the Porter O’Brien team with research projects, communication events, and government relations client work.

Adam has gained extensive knowledge and experience in public relations and communications at Porter O'Brien.

Brandon joins the Porter O'Brien team following several years of political staffing at both the Federal and Provincial levels. He served once as Executive Assistant to the Speaker of the New Brunswick Legislative Assembly, and also as a Chief of Staff to a New Brunswick cabinet minister across multiple portfolios, including Housing and Social Development.

Previously, Brandon was a Parliamentary Assistant to an Opposition Member in Ottawa. There, he assisted the MP on committees such as the Special Committee on Canada-China Relations, and he helped manage stakeholder relations.

Brandon brings a wealth of knowledge to the Porter O’Brien team on how to work with various levels of government to achieve results for our clients.

A compelling writer and communicator in both official languages, Claudia Gervais has served as an associate with Porter O’Brien since 2021, supporting client files involving both government and public relations. Proficient in research, digital communication and building stakeholder relationships, Claudia divides her time between Montréal and Ottawa, where she has been registered as a federal lobbyist for several Porter O’Brien clients.

Claudia’s experience outside of Porter O’Brien includes work with public relations, fundraising and nonprofits.

Claudia graduated from the University of Montréal with a degree in International Studies, where she specialized in Peace and Security, and possesses a certificate from the Canada’s Future of Work Skills Program.

With experience in a range of disciplines, Nazareth Araujo uses her knowledge in communications, marketing, and mediamaking to assist Porter O’Brien clients with their public affairs needs. Nazareth has experience planning events, leading research projects, managing social media accounts and excels with creative projects.

Originally from Brazil, Nazareth brings experience working with non-profit organizations and educational institutions, having worked directly with Indigenous and immigrant communities on experiential learning programs, research,and video projects.

Nazareth attended the University of New Brunswick, where she graduated from the Media Arts and Culture department.

Jean-Philippe comes from a diplomatic, political and non-profit background. He worked at the Canadian Embassy in Paris for nearly 15 years, first as a program officer, then as department head.

Since his return to Canada, he has held various positions in New Brunswick's non-profit and political sectors, notably as Senior Advisor to the Legislative Assembly and Director of Communications and Research at the Office of the Official Opposition.

He holds a bachelor's degree from the Université de Moncton and a master's degree in literature from the Université de Paris VII.

Jessica Langille is a seasoned professional who excels in research, public policy and intergovernmental affairs, and possesses notable experience in strategic planning, and technical, proposal and report writing. Jessica utilizes her analytical skills and knowledge of government and public affairs to consult on various Porter O’Brien client files.

Prior to joining Porter O’Brien in 2023, Jessica served over a decade at the Government of New Brunswick in various roles, including as a policy analyst, a manager within the Province’s Immigration Division, and a negotiator and managing consultant.

Jessica holds a Bachelor of Arts in Human Rights from St. Thomas University and a Master’s degree in Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution from the University of Ottawa.

Sarah Parkin is a seasoned financial professional, excelling in entrepreneurship, accounting, finance, and business management. With over 20 years of diverse business experience, Sarah’s strategic thinking, detail-oriented approach and proven results make her a valuable asset for Porter O’Brien and the firm’s clients.

In addition to her extensive professional experience, Sarah possesses a Business Administration major in Accounting from the University of New Brunswick.

Octavio brings a seasoned perspective to Porter O’Brien. He holds a Master’s degree in International Law from Tec de Monterrey, Mexico, and an MA in Political Science from the University of New Brunswick. With over 15 years of experience, he excels in managing stakeholder relations, driving policy changes, conducting research, and implementing projects in complex government roles.

Originally from Mexico, Octavio’s career has spanned various ministries in his home country. This includes negotiating international investment agreements with Asian and European countries, coordinating and implementing education and public security strategies, and advocating for human rights and social justice. Before joining Porter O’Brien, Octavio worked for the Human Rights and Equity Office at UNB.