Core Team
Danny Graham
Chief Engagement Officer
Danny believes Nova Scotians are calling for a new future – one where they can be part of the solutions.
Founding Chair, Nova Scotia Restorative Justice Program
Former Chief Negotiator for the Nova Scotia Government on Aboriginal Rights
Advisor to United Nations Development Programme re justice reform
dgraham@engagenovascotia.ca
Erin Wynn
Director, Quality of Life Initiative
Erin’s work is committed to the thriving of all Nova Scotians. She believes strongly in the importance of comprehensive data and cross-sector collaboration to create impact in our province and beyond.
Participatory practice, rural studies, and community engagement all shape Erin’s direction of the Quality of Life Initiative. She holds a Masters of Educational Psychology in Human Development from McGill University, and a community development degree from Dalhousie.
Erin grew up in Pictou County and currently lives on the South Shore.
Matthew Knezacek
Manager, Operations & Finance
Matthew is inspired by all the opportunities Nova Scotia’s diverse communities have to offer and believes a bright future will manifest through collaboration and engagement.
Saint Mary’s University, Sobeys School of Business, BComm Accounting
NSCC, Diploma Business Administration
Board game enthusiast
Deirdre Rowland
Communications Strategist
Deirdre (she/ her) is committed to a future where belonging is centred, every voice is valued, and people come together in a caring way. As a social impact communications strategist, Deirdre believes that an increased sense of belonging and a civil society built on equity, and inclusion can empower future generations.
Intentional Communications Strategist
Bachelor of Arts, International Relations, Western University
Broadcast Journalism, Fanshawe College
Certificates in storytelling for impact and media measurement
2SLGBTQIA+ advocate, meditator and storyteller
Patrick Sweet, PEng, PMP, CSEP
Research & Innovation Lead
Patrick is dedicated to building a stronger, more prosperous Nova Scotia in an increasingly complex world.
Researcher, educator, and consultant
Ph.D. Candidate in Business Administration, Saint Mary's University
MBA, Royal Military College of Canada
B. Eng., Dalhousie University
Professional Engineer and Certified Systems Engineering Professional
Project Management Professional