Meet Our Team

Our team stands unrivalled in the industry, delivering unparalleled expertise and proven excellence.

Executive Team

Goran Samuel Pesic
President & CEO

For over three decades, Goran Samuel Pesic, CEO of Samuel Group, has been a leader in the fields of business, politics, defense, and national security.

Aliénor Peyrefitte
Chief of Staff

(EN/FR/ES/DE)
Aliénor Peyrefitte, Chief of Staff at Samuel Group, oversees leadership initiatives and ensures effective organizational management.

Jonas LeBlanc-Wilmink
Vice President of Group Operations &
Government Relations

Jonas LeBlanc-Wilmink is responsible for organizational management, government relations, and strategic client initiatives.

Nick Alevetsovitis
Vice President of Technology & Partnerships

Nick Alevetsovitis is responsible for technology and partnerships, working closely with clients in the defense, cyber and national security sectors.

Anthony Gualtieri
Head of Legal Affairs and Policy

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Anthony Gualtieri is a senior legal and policy executive with a distinguished record in government affairs, regulatory strategy, and cross-border advocacy spanning Canada and the United States.

Lt. Gen. Leonard J. Kosinski (Ret.)
Senior Defense Associate

(EN/JP)
Lt. Gen. Leonard J. Kosinski, USAF (Ret.), provides procurement and DoD strategy advisory services to defense and logistics clients.

Vice Admiral John B. Nowell (Ret.)
Senior Naval Associate

Vice Admiral John B. Nowell, Jr., USN (Ret.) is a Senior Naval Associate at The Samuel Group, advising on defense strategy and maritime innovation after 35+ years of the Navy.

Col. Shawn J. Barnes (Ret.)
Senior Defense Associate

Col. Shawn J. Barnes, USAF (Ret.), is a former Space Force and U.S. government executive with expertise in DoD and Congressional affairs.

Thomas DeWolf
Senior Advisor

Thomas DeWolf is a seasoned expert with 40+ years in the Canadian military, diplomacy, and business, specializing in defense and security.

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