The power of connected independent consultants.
HubSpoke’s collaborative platform provides the framework for independent consultants to identify and create their professional brand and leverage their networks, skill sets and experience to access qualified opportunities. As part of the HubSpoke community, you’ll be able to draw on expertise across a wide range of subject matter areas and disciplines and engage with likeminded professionals to gain the tools and skills you need to take on new challenges.
There are 4 ways HubSpoke can make a difference.
Qualified Opportunities
Access to qualified
contracting opportunities
provided by consultants
Business Growth
A source for growing your
business and generating
ongoing residual revenue
Professional Brand
Forming your brand,
competitive advantage,
and strategic positioning
HubSpoke Community
Collaboration and
connections with
likeminded professionals
pursuit.
Am I really getting what I want?
You went down this path because you wanted control of your career. But has that actually happened-or are there limits to your satisfaction and potential?
It’s time to rekindle your spirit with HubSpoke.
pursuit.
Your future starts here.
HubSpoke gives you all the resources and coaching you need to identify and take advantage of contracting and business opportunities within your network. Discover the kind of lasting relationships and personal & professional transformation that are the foundation for professional success.
Your future starts here.
HubSpoke gives you all the resources and coaching you need to identify and take advantage of contracting and business opportunities within your network. Discover the kind of lasting relationships and personal & professional transformation that are the foundation for professional success.
empowered.
We’re HubSpoke.
A consultant managed firm. A close knit team of seasoned business and IT consultants committed to sharing, learning and growing together – professionally and personally. We understand the risks and rewards that come with being independent. We know how risks can be minimized, problems and opportunities leveraged. We’re consultants, working together.
Frank is a Technical Architect with 24 years of experience implementing converged systems like CISCO UCS and DELL VxRail, implementing and managing SAN storage fabrics, and implementing Cloud Infrastructure migrations. His shinning personality and approachable demeanour is appreciated by clients particularly when addressing complex technical issues in simple business terms. Frank is mentor at Hubspoke always willing to inspire and coach junior and intermediate IT professionals. He coaches his sons’ soccer and basketball teams and is quite the DIY’er having completed home renovations and backyard projects
Top 3
- Cloud Infrastructure
- Networking
- Virtualization
The Certifiable
- Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
- VMWare Certified Professional (VCP 6.7, Data Center Virtualization)
The HubSpoke Story
Francis’ five years with HubSpoke have shown him how mutually beneficial relationships within one’s professional network can lead to an invaluable exchange of insight into various client organizations’ needs. This sharing of information has armed him with the knowledge required for carrying out his role as a trusted advisor to his clients.
With 13 years of experience as a Project Executive, Mike has provided briefings at various levels, up to the Chief of Defence Staff and the Minister of National Defence. He has provided advice to stakeholders while balancing project risks and derived key requirements, and guiding projects through DND approval processes. Being a former member of the Canadian Snowbirds and an active CF18 pilot and a flight instructor, Mike understands how critical trust and competence is within a team environment. Mike spends his spare time completing home renovations, flying his airplane and exercising his creative side through woodworking.
Top 3
- Requirements writer
- SME advice to leadership
- Highly developed critical thinking and decision-making skills
The HubSpoke Story
HubSpoke helped Mike create a smooth transition plan from military to civilian consulting and has further provided Mike with an encouraging foundation to pursue new opportunities without advancement barriers. Upon becoming a HubSpoke partner he was able to nurture his entrepreneurial interest and be an integral part of HubSpoke’s growth plans.
Shezi is a versatile long-time entrepreneur who can collaborate and lead in challenging environments contributing to effective business and marketing planning, lean operational efficiency and sustainable growth. He’s worn several hats during his professional career, enabling him to be a hands-on problem solver skilled in successfully developing and implementing multi-platform programs. Shezi’s win-win attitude is invaluable when managing the day to day business at HubSpoke and developing and executing strategic initiatives to position the company for long term success. He works closely with independent consultants to create their professional brand and maximize their value in the marketplace. He’s also a soccer addict who loves organizing, playing, coaching and watching.
Top 3
- Strategic business/marketing planning and execution
- Lean management
- Business leadership & coach
The HubSpoke Story
HubSpoke was at a pinnacle stage and needed someone with industry experience and entrepreneurial spirit to help propel the company to the next level. It gave Shezi the opportunity to love what he does and what he’s good at…fuel his entrepreneurial appetite, and to utilize his diversified skillset within a dynamic team to grow a successful business that positively impacts lives; while, at the same time, helping others to discover and achieve their professional goals. He truly believes HubSpoke’s unique offering and its values will be the key to long term success
Dan has been a serial entrepreneur for the past 17 years. He developed and built his first consulting company in 2004 which was acquired by reputable larger firm in 2010. Those were the early years when Dan was first recognized as a connector and collaborator. Dan continues to bring people together in an inclusive environment that ensures alignment and collaboration, from relationship building with consultants to forming mutually beneficial partnerships within the industry. He builds up people and uncovers opportunities that fuel their passions and talents. He works hard to discover disruptive methods that place HubSpoke as an industry leader. He also believes in the importance of having a work-life balance, creating space for oneself, and savours the time he spends outdoors or exploring new places.
Top 3
- Connecting people and building teams
- Values-driven leadership
- Empowering others to explore growth opportunity
The HubSpoke Story
Dan’s passion for building teams and building companies led him to co-found HubSpoke. HubSpoke has given Dan the opportunity to grow and develop his leadership style. In its first seven years, HubSpoke has achieved several key milestones and has its sights set on growth and expansion. Dan’s dedication to winning as a team, being transparent, empowering those around him, and his support and encouragement for growth and transformation of the HubSpoke team and himself alike are all critical to the organization’s future success.
Terrence is a successful technical Project Manager of 23 years, specializing in bridging the gap between the business client, project management, finance, Cloud technical architecture and corporate security to move projects through the project management governance, procurement, design, build, test and delivery. His sound foundational knowledge of IT infrastructure and architecture, sense of balance between the roles of project manager and technical advisor and ability to communicate effectively in both technical and non-technical terms make him an invaluable asset on complex IT initiatives. Terrence gives back to the youth in his community by running local neighbourhood rinks, something he has enjoyed for 14 years and counting.
Top 3
- Data Center Cloud Infrastructure
- Security Compliance and Zoning
- Technology Architecture
The Certifiable
- Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
- ITIL Foundations Version 3
The HubSpoke Story
Terrence’s eight years at HubSpoke has provided him with a much broader understanding of the business side of the consulting industry, which has enabled him to thrive in his consulting practice and enhance his approach to business development.
Dan is a diverse, forward-thinking Technical Architect with 24 years experience and a range of skills spanning various Microsoft (Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange and Hyper-V) and VMware virtualization technologies (vSphere, vCenter, VSAN and Horizon View). He understands and relates ITIL change, release, problem, incident and configuration practices to all aspects of the computing environment. He recently retired from coaching competitive youth baseball after 18 years.
Top 3
- Top Secret Networking
- Computing Infrastructure and Security
- Technical Architecture
The Certifiable
- ITIL 2011 Foundations
The HubSpoke Story
Dan has been a HubSpoke supporter since inception and during his eight years with HubSpoke, he has demonstrated in being a team player. He has had the opportunity to enhance his knowledge of the consulting industry, ultimately allowing him to effectively market his skill set and position himself as a forward-thinking client advocate.
Pablo is a Technical Architect with 25+ years of experience ranging from architecture, infrastructure and network design, focusing on data center consolidation and rationalization. His relationship building abilities with key clients are authentic and real making him a trusted advisor which has been integral to the growth of HubSpoke. He helps in navigating complex technology requirements in support of the overall business initiative. An interesting fact about Pablo is in 2016 he fulfilled all the requirements to apply in becoming an astronaut. Nowadays, he likes to stay busy with woodworking… he’s building his own shop!
Top 3
- Top Secret Networking
- Data Center Consolidation and Rationalization
- Server Consolidation and Virtualization
The Certifiable
- VMWare Certified Professional (VCP) 6.5, 5.0, 4.0
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- VMWare Certified Professional (VCP) ESX 3.0/Virtual Center 2.0
The HubSpoke Story
For the past eight years, HubSpoke has provided Pablo with guidance and advice on a strategic approach to building his consulting practice and refining a consultative approach to conducting business within the federal government IM/IT sector.
Paul is a Senior Project Manager with 35 years of experience in Defence, including 23 years as a Signals Officer in the Canadian Army. He engages his in-depth knowledge of C4ISR capabilities and technology to manage highly effective teams and solve complex multi-disciplinary problems on major capital investment projects. Paul enjoys conducting business on the golf course, preforming home renovations, or escaping to the French Alps for a weeklong family ski getaway.
Top 3
- Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities and technology
- Institutional change and leadership
- Project Management
The Certifiable
- CompTIA Cloud Essentials Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
The HubSpoke Story
In his five years with HubSpoke, Paul has witnessed first-hand the company’s ability to build strong relationships and partnerships with various professional service firms, opening the door to new and challenging consulting assignments.
Services and Expertise.
HubSpoke provides subject matter expertise to private and public sectors (retail, healthcare, finance, defence and government) in Project Management and Technical, Solutions & Business Architecture in areas but limited to: Cloud, Storage & Virtualization / Security & Cyber Protection / Infrastructure.
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