Harris Stevenson Advisory
Strategic guidance on AI, cybersecurity, and IT governance for associations, government, and organizations across Canada. Thirty years of experience, available when you need it.
Start a conversationWhat I Do
I work with leaders who need experienced, independent counsel. Not a team of juniors, not a twelve-month contract, and not a sales pitch disguised as advice.
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Part-time executive IT leadership for organizations that need strategic direction without a full-time hire. I sit at the leadership table, align technology with organizational goals, manage vendor relationships, and provide the judgment that comes from having done this across sectors for three decades.
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Practical guidance on evaluating, adopting, and governing AI tools. No hype, no fear. A clear-eyed assessment of what AI can do for your organization now, what to prepare for, and how to manage the risks. From policy frameworks to pilot programs to board-level briefings.
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Security posture assessments, policy development, risk management, and staff awareness for organizations that don't have—and don't need—an enterprise security team. Strategic oversight from a governance perspective, not a product pitch.
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Policy research, regulatory submissions, and stakeholder engagement for the complex questions around how the internet is governed and regulated. A combination of academic depth and practitioner experience in Canadian telecom, broadcast, and digital policy.
About
I've spent over thirty years helping organizations make better technology decisions — from the House of Commons and the Bank of Canada to international development agencies, national associations, and the private sector.
Most recently I served as the technology leader for a national non-profit association, where I led IM/IT strategy, cybersecurity, enterprise platform modernization, and the early adoption of AI tools. Before that, thirteen years at Canada's International Development Research Centre, along with advisory work for the World Bank, UNESCO, UNITAR, UN FAO, and other international organizations.
I hold a PhD in Information from the University of Toronto, with a research focus on Internet governance and knowledge media design. My academic work and my consulting practice share a common thread: understanding how technology decisions are made, who they affect, and how to make them well.
I'm based in Ottawa. I work with a small number of clients at a time which means you work directly with me, not a junior team.
Get in Touch
If your organization is facing a technology decision and you'd value an experienced, independent perspective, I'd welcome the conversation. No pitch, no obligation. Just a straightforward discussion about whether I can help.
I'm available for engagements across Canada, with a primary focus on the Ottawa–Montreal–Toronto corridor. Remote and on-site arrangements are both comfortable.