Mike is a senior advisor and connector specializing in cross-border partnerships and strategic growth. He has collaborated with government leaders, diplomats and key business and education leaders throughout the US, Latin America and the Arabian Gulf region. Mike has brought leading US companies like Viacom (now Paramount), Hasbro and key oil and gas suppliers to do business in those regions, and at the same time has introduced well-known financial firms from the Arabian Gulf region to access the US market. Mike’s expertise lies in developing meaningful relationships between the private sector, government, and academia to create lasting global impact.
Founder, Managing Partner
Mike Levesque
Dr. Patricia Tod
Dr. Patricia Tod brings over two decades of experience in international project development, strategic communications, and organizational leadership. She has implemented global innovation at major international companies including Textron, Pfizer, Titleist and FootJoy, and served as American CEO of AfriAfya, where she delivered healthcare solutions through knowledge management across nine East African countries. As the founder of Jane Inc., she focuses on connecting U.S. and Gulf region stakeholders through high-impact initiatives that advance education, sustainability, and innovation. Her work emphasizes diplomacy, collaboration, and practical solutions that move ideas from concept to implementation.
Partner, Global Innovation
Paul Donato
Paul has served as CTO and board member of IBOPE SA the leading research company throughout Latin America. For 17 years he served as Chief Research Officer of the Nielsen company overseeing all media and consumer research globally across 106 countries in Africa, Australia, Asia, Europe, North America and South America. He served as Senior Research Advisor to the Future State Committee of the National Air and Space Museum.
Associate
Dave Melanson
David Melanson has a background in operations and project coordination, helping bring structure and follow-through to complex initiatives. He brings practical experience and a steady, hands-on approach to his work with Churchill Lincoln Partners.