Peter Nicholson is a distinguished public servant and renowned problem-solver whose breadth of knowledge and experience have made him a force for change in major Canadian policy discussions. As a senior policy advisor, Dr. Nicholson’s advice has been sought by the highest levels of government and by businesses alike. He served as deputy chief of staff for policy in Prime Minister Paul Martin’s office, as special advisor to the secretary-general of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, and as the Clifford Clark Visiting Economist in the federal government’s department of finance. A Member of the Order of Canada, Dr. Nicholson has also held a variety of senior executive positions in the banking and telecommunications industries.