20

+
Years of Leadership
About Me

Driving Strategic
Excellence
Across Industries

Ralph brings a rare combination of executive management, board governance, and deep public-sector expertise. As Branch Manager for CDW’s National Capital Region, he leads high-performing teams serving federal government, healthcare, and higher education clients. His career spans senior leadership roles at global firms including CGI, PwC, BDO, and Wipro, where he consistently delivered growth, operational excellence, and trusted advisory services.

Certified as a Certified Management Consultant (CMC), Ralph is recognized for strategic clarity, disciplined execution, and the ability to align people, process, and technology to achieve enterprise-level results.

Core Focus Areas: 

Executive & Board Advisory
Public Sector Strategy & Transformation
Technology & Digital Enablement
Business Growth & Market Expansion
Career Journey

Professional Experience

A track record of leadership excellence across technology, finance, and
healthcare sectors.

2024 – Present

Branch Manager – National Capital Region

CDW Canada
  • Lead sales and operational strategy for federal government, healthcare, and higher education markets.
  • Drive revenue growth, market positioning, and partner alignment across the NCR.
  • Build, mentor, and scale high-performance sales and delivery teams.
  • Establish KPIs, forecasting, and pipeline discipline to maximize performance and predictability.
2020 – 2022

Senior Advisor – Canadian Federal Government

Wipro
  • Directed public-sector business development and strategic planning.
  • Implemented governance, risk, and compliance best practices.
  • Won Canada Post Award for Managed Services Excellence.
2013 – 2018

Senior Advisor

PwC
  • Led business development and advisory expansion across Canada and the Caribbean.
  • Grew advisory revenues from $8M to $64M.
  • Developed and scaled technology advisory practices across six Caribbean markets.
2003 – 2011

Managing Director – Consulting Services

CGI
  • Led management consulting and security & privacy practices.
  • Drove growth across federal government portfolios and regional initiatives.
2022 – 2024

Canadian Public Sector Lead

Improving / YoppWorks
  • Advanced business innovation through open systems, modern architectures, and agile delivery.
  • Led public-sector growth strategy and partner ecosystem development.
  • Secured Google Public Sector Partner of the Year (2023).
  • Expanded government market presence through disciplined business development and execution.
2018 – 2020

Technology Industry Lead – Public Sector

BDO Canada
  • Built and led Agile Resource Practice for the Canadian Public Sector.
  • Expanded federal advisory services and technology partnerships.
  • Achieved 64% advisory revenue growth in two years.
2011 – 2013

Chief Operating Officer

Alcea Technologies
  • Led professional services and software divisions serving government and global enterprises.
  • Increased revenue by 38% and expanded proprietary software adoption in 43 countries.
Board Governance

Board Positions & Roles

Specialties include board governance, executive oversight, negotiation, and strategic stewardship.

  • Current Board Positions

Solar Dynamics Limited (Barbados)

Chair, Board of Directors

Friends of the Central Experimental Farm

Member, Board of Directors

Previous Board Experience

Canadian Association of Management Consultants (CMC-Canada)

2021 – 2023

Former Board Director

Ottawa Community Housing

2012 – 2013
Technology Advisor
Academic Background

Education & Certifications

A strong foundation in business, technology, and corporate governance.

Bachelor of Commerce

Carleton University

Advance Studies

Glebe Collegiate Institute

Certified Management Consultant (CMC)

CMC-Canada
Recognition & Impact

Achievements & Recognition

Demonstrated track record of creating measurable value and receiving
industry recognition.

Google Public Sector Award for Canada, 2023

Canada Post Award for Managed Services Excellence

64% advisory business growth at BDO

Scaled advisory revenue from $8M to $64M at PwC

Nominated for Immigrant Entrepreneur of The Year (Ottawa)

Thought Leadership

Publications & Speaking

Ralph is a frequent contributor and speaker on:

Management

Public Sector Transformation

Keynote address on how boards can navigate AI-driven disruption while maintaining fiduciary responsibilities.

Publication

Technology Strategy & Governance

Strategic insights on how boards can effectively oversee digital transformation initiatives.

Speaking

Executive Leadership and Change Management

Panel discussion on embedding environmental, social, and governance factors into strategic planning.

Interested in having Ralph speak at your event?

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Core Competencies

Skills & Expertise

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Industry Expertise

  • Public Sector (Federal, Provincial, Crown)
  • Technology & Digital Services
  • Consulting & Advisory Services
  • International Markets (Canada & Caribbean)

Specialized Skills

  • Executive & Board Advisory
  • Strategic Planning & Growth
  • Business Development & Complex Sales
  • Program & Portfolio Management
  • Negotiation & Stakeholder Alignment

Board-Ready Leadership

Ralph partners with Boards, executives, and senior leadership teams to navigate complexity, manage risk, and drive sustainable growth. His approach blends strategic rigor with practical execution—ensuring decisions translate into results.

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Get in Touch

Available for technology executive advisory, board roles, and strategic consulting engagements.

Contact Information

Location

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Focus

Canada & International

Email

ralph@hummingbirdconsulting.ca

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