Kent Emerson

Kent Emerson is a self-starter and collaborative government relations leader with over 11 years of experience in government and industry political affairs. He is known for his strategic planning abilities, skillful decision-making, and track record of delivering results on tight timelines. Kent excels in building high-performing teams, motivating colleagues, and maintaining strong networks across government, corporate, and non-profit sectors. He is a dynamic communicator comfortable with addressing large audiences and delivering complex presentations with confidence.

Kent Emerson holds a Master's Degree in Public Administration from Brock University, a Master's Degree in Music Performance specializing in Jazz Piano from Manhattan School of Music, and a Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts focusing on Music Performance in Jazz Piano from York University. His diverse educational background complements his versatile skill set and expertise.

With a career spanning various key roles, Kent Emerson has served as a Principal at Valorem Insights. He has also held significant positions including Associate Vice President of Municipal and Stakeholder Relations at the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC), Director of Operations at Ontario's Minister of Finance, Senior Advisor for Operations and Stakeholder Relations at the Minister Responsible for the Para-Pan Am Games, and Senior Advisor for Stakeholder Relations and Operations at Ontario's Minister of Labour. These roles have honed his leadership, strategic, and communication skills, enhancing his impact in the government relations landscape.