LITCOM - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Senior Associate
- Digital Transformation Lead
Adam Litwin is a Senior Associate at Litcom with a robust background in project management, IT strategy, and analytics. With over eight years of experience, Adam has led transformative initiatives in healthcare and telecommunications, including managing large-scale client engagements and developing an enterprise-wide IT strategy. His expertise in optimizing operations and driving continuous improvement has consistently delivered tangible results for clients, making him a key member of the Litcom team.
Alan is a Certified Organizational Change Management Practitioner with extensive experience in financial and operational transformation. He oversees and provides advisory services for large-scale global initiatives, offering strategic counsel to business leaders navigating major programs. His expertise spans multiple industries, including banking, financial services, retail, pharmaceutical, consumer packaged goods, rail and airline transportation, oil and gas, healthcare, and logistics sectors. Alan demonstrates a keen ability to guide organizations through complex change, ensuring successful execution and alignment with business objectives.
Expertise includes:
Alyssa has over 10 years of experience in client-focused accounting and consulting, with strong technical skills in finance, financial audits, value-for-money audits, performance management audits, and personal income tax. She earned a Bachelor in Applied Management in Accounting from UNB while working as a junior accountant and auditor at local accounting firms. Alyssa honed her auditing expertise as an Internal Auditor and Consultant for the Government of New Brunswick, where she led a small team, conducting audits, investigations, and projects across various government departments and external partners. Most recently, she has taken on a role in procurement and Project Coordination for an ERP project, advancing her skills in finance and financial systems.
Alyssa is also a proud mother of three and an active community volunteer. She contributes to local sports organizations and the Parent School Support Committee, and she has held multiple executive positions on the Loch Lomond Home & School Association, which is dedicated to enriching the lives of students and the broader community.
Job Titles:
- Chartered Accountant
- Chief Financial Officer
- Member of the EXECUTIVE TEAM
- Senior Consultant and Chief Financial Officer With
Arla Leipciger is a Senior consultant and Chief Financial Officer with Litcom. She has been involved in providing strategic and tactical financial management consulting services for the over 20 years. Arla's consulting experience has included interim CFO, feasibility studies, budgets and forecasts, assistance with business plans and selection and implementation of accounting systems.
Arla is a Chartered Accountant and holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Toronto.
Job Titles:
- Business Analyst
- CONSULTING ASSOCIATE
Bhavesh is a seasoned Business Analyst with 7 years of expertise in project implementation and support in Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O (D365) and AX 2012. He has effectively contributed to three full life cycle deployments by managing, improving, and optimizing an organization's operational efficiencies.
Bhavesh's specialties include:
• D365 Expertise - General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cash and Bank management, Fixed Assets, Budgeting, Financial Reporting (Management Reporter), Procurement and Sourcing, Data Management
• Consulting Skills - Requirement gathering, Fit-Gap analysis, Functional mapping and design, User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and End user training, Data migration, Integrations and Post go live support.
Bhavesh holds a Master of Business Administration in Finance from Christ University Institute of Management and a Bachelor of Commerce, K. P. B. from Hinduja College of Commerce. Bhavesh is also a Dynamics 365 Finance Functional Consultant Associate certified by Microsoft.
Job Titles:
- Advisor
- CONSULTING ASSOCIATE
With extensive expertise in supply chain systems consulting and implementation, Brad Thurston is a trusted advisor to organizations navigating the complexities of modern supply chain challenges. Over his dynamic career, Brad has delivered transformative results by leveraging leading platforms, including Kinaxis, o9 Solutions, Blue Yonder, Infor, SAP, Oracle, and Knapp. His ability to tailor solutions to meet unique business needs empowers clients to optimize operations, enhance agility, and achieve sustainable growth.
A former APICS instructor and holder of certifications in Integrated Resource Management, CSCP, and CPIM, Brad brings a wealth of knowledge and a steadfast commitment to industry best practices. His passion for continuous improvement in operations planning is evident in his coaching approach, embedding the fundamentals of supply chain management into every project. By fostering collaboration and driving long-term success, Brad ensures impactful and lasting change.
Brad's leadership in designing and executing improvement initiatives has generated over a billion dollars in value for stakeholders across diverse industries. Whether spearheading complex implementations or mentoring teams, he consistently delivers measurable outcomes that drive efficiency and competitiveness. Known for his strategic problem-solving, innovation, and ability to deliver high-risk, high-reward payoffs, Brad empowers organizations to thrive in an ever-evolving global marketplace.
Job Titles:
- Information Technology Executive
- Interim / Fractional Lead
Doug is an Information Technology Executive with over three decades of experience as a technology leader, business leader, manager, and consultant in the implementation of crucial business systems for both private and public-sector clients. He has served as CIO/CTO for more than 15 years at Indigo Books & Music, Skyservice Airlines, and exp Global Engineering, where he promoted innovation and digital transformation.
Doug brings a distinctive blend of executive management, strategic planning, cybersecurity, Cloud expertise, technical proficiency, governance/risk compliance, and a track record of delivering significant business transformation projects.
Job Titles:
- Advisor
- Member of the EXECUTIVE TEAM
Dov's role at Litcom focuses on strategic planning and business development and driving the growth of the firm and expansion into new markets and services.
Dov spent the past 35 years with Korn Ferry , a leading global organizational consulting firm.
While at Korn Ferry , Dov held various roles including Managing Partner , Toronto and Managing Financial Services - Canada. He worked across various sectors including financial services , private equity , and real estate amongst others.
Dov started his career with RBC in Commercial Lending and holds a Bachelors in Economics from the University of Ottawa and an MBA from York University.
Job Titles:
- Application and Data Lead
- Senior Associate With
Emmanuel Gonnet is a senior associate with Litcom. Emmanuel brings 30 years of experience in software development, business analysis, product development and management with companies whose software development and implementation are critical aspects of their business. Emmanuel drives the growth of technology companies through Lean-Agile principles and rapid innovations. His specialties include:
High quality and rapid time to market through Agile Software Development Process
High-Efficiency IT Operations
User-centred design for high system adoption
Sustainable operation through Corporate Social Responsibility implementation
Emmanuel is an ICAgile Certified Professional, in Agile Coaching, Agile Team Facilitation, Agile Product Ownership, Agile Testing, Agile Test Automation, Agile Software Design, Agile Project and Delivery Management, Business Agility Foundation, DevOps Foundation and DevOps implementation. Emmanuel graduated from the University of Coventry-UK with an MSC in Computer Aided Engineering and an MSC in Software Engineering.
Job Titles:
- CONSULTING ASSOCIATE
- SharePoint Analyst, Designer, and Developer
Jahangir is a seasoned database analyst, designer, and developer with over 15 years of experience in IT consulting and managing major technology platforms. He is an expert in Office 365 solutions and has a proven track record in building effective Power BI solutions for reporting and data visualization.
Jahangir is also a skilled SharePoint Analyst, Designer, and Developer with extensive experience in the entire SharePoint lifecycle. He has developed SharePoint portals, synchronized Oracle-SharePoint data, and created SharePoint BI dashboards. His strong knowledge of business processes, business analysis, and project management methodologies complements his technical skills, making him a valuable asset for any organization.
Job Titles:
- CONSULTING ASSOCIATE
- Senior Associate and Consultant With
Jay Davidson is a senior associate and consultant with Litcom. Jay brings 25+ years of experience in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Information Security Certification and Audit, and Data Privacy Management for large, medium and small businesses. Jay encourages the development of a strong corporate security posture based on a culture of security awareness and responsibility. Jay has worked at all levels of business and is equally comfortable talking tech with the analyst or planning corporate strategy with the Executive leadership.
Job Titles:
- Member of the EXECUTIVE TEAM
- Technology Executive
- VP, Consulting Services
Jean-Philippe Vorsanger is an accomplished Technology Executive with over 20 years of success in managing technology companies and assisting clients with IT and Supply Chain strategic planning, enterprise software implementation and deployment.
Jean-Philippe has a proven track record of success growing and scaling technology companies, increasing professional services revenue and margin and implementing agile development processes to improve quality and reduce costs. He has experience with technology M&As including due diligence and post-deal integration. He also possesses, extensive experience developing and implementing IT and supply chain strategy, leading technology-driven business transformation projects for retail/consumer goods clients.
Jean-Philippe has a Master's in Engineering from the University of Rennes in Frances and an MBA from the University of Toronto.
Job Titles:
- CONSULTING ASSOCIATE
- Senior Associate With
John Matos is a senior associate with Litcom with over 34 years of progressive positions in both private and public sector organizations. He has experience in a variety of industry sectors including retail, financial services, insurance, professional services, associations and regulation. He has had responsibility and accountability for business systems, software development, communications and IT operations. John is focused on getting results through building relationships, developing strategic plans to align with business needs, and building high performing, customer-focused teams. With strong analytic and problem solving skills, he has a proven ability in all IT delivery aspects, including Enterprise Transformation Initiatives and Customer Service applications.
John is a certified project manager/director and a certified IT industry professional with a certificate in Business Management from Ryerson University.
Juanita is a Modern Workplace change expert and Microsoft 365 change and adoption specialist. She has over 20 years of combined experience in the areas of Organizational Change Management (OCM), Corporate Communications, Graphic Design, Project Management, Finance and Business Analysis.
She highly values continuous learning and most recently received a certificate of completion from Harvard Business School Online for the course Power and Influence for Positive Impact. She is PROSCI certified and holds an ECBA certification from the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA). Other certifications include a Public Relations certificate from MRU (Mount Royal College) in Calgary, Alberta, Advertising Art and Advanced Visual Communication diploma from RRC Polytech (formerly: Red River College) in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and the Microsoft Service Adoption Specialist certification, from Microsoft.
She is a proud mom, wellness enthusiast and avid runner.
Manoj is a highly-skilled and results-driven Business Intelligence professional with 10 years of experience in interpreting and analyzing data. He is passionate about the incredible value data brings to society and the growing influence it has in our world. His expertise lies in data visualization principles and collaborating with businesses to produce robust analytical insights. Manoj excels in leveraging advanced analytics and BI tools such as Power BI, Tableau, and SAP to drive business improvements and profitability. His expertise includes data modeling, financial forecasting, and developing dynamic dashboards that provide actionable insights.
Manoj is involved in developing and optimizing operational processes to enhance efficiency and solve complex business problems through analytics and automation. Throughout his career, he has leveraged data to drive efficiency and empower decision-making at all levels of an organization. He has successfully designed and architected solutions for clients across various industries like Healthcare, Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), IT & Environmental Services, and Retail.
As a strategic leader, Manoj is dedicated to fostering data-driven decision-making and optimizing business performance. He is a strong team player with proven problem-solving abilities, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a keen attention to detail.
Job Titles:
- Infrastructure / Security Lead
Job Titles:
- Business Analyst
- CONSULTING ASSOCIATE
- Specialist
Muhammad Abdullah Qureshi is a seasoned Business Analyst and ERP specialist with extensive experience in multiple ERP implementations, integrations, data migrations, and process improvements. His expertise spans:
Job Titles:
- CONSULTING ASSOCIATE
- Senior Associate With
Stephen Pinkus is a Senior Associate with Litcom. He specializes in leading programs/project focused on large scale technology and strategic change. Stephen has over eleven years of Program/Project Management and Change Management design and implementation consulting experience at firms such as Cap Gemini and The Effectiveness Edge. In addition, he has over ten years of managerial experience in senior management positions for companies such as Unilever, Caterpillar and BASF.
Job Titles:
- CEO
- Member of the EXECUTIVE TEAM
- President
Steve Litwin is the President and CEO of Litcom.
He has been involved in Technology Consulting for over thirty-five years and has a successful track record of providing business-based, technology solutions to clients in a variety of industries and geographies.
Prior to founding Litcom in 2003, Steve worked with a number of leading IT consulting organizations including Ernst & Young/Cap Gemini, where he led the Canadian IT consulting practice, as well as Deloitte, SHL Systemhouse, and Accenture/Synerlogic. Steve has also lectured at the University of Toronto on a number of IT-related subjects.
During his career, Steve has led and delivered projects in areas such as:
IT Strategy, Transformation, and Architecture;
Technology Merger Due Diligence and Integration;
Software and Hardware Selection; and
Enterprise Application Implementations.
In addition, Steve has acted as an Interim CIO/CTO for clients undergoing IT leadership transitions.
Steve has a Bachelor of Science from the University of Toronto, is a Certified Management Consultant, and a Diploma in Computer Programming from Control Data Institute.
Job Titles:
- Member of the EXECUTIVE TEAM
- Director of Administration, Marketing & Talent
Violeta Cohen oversees key administrative functions at Litcom. As Director of Administration, Marketing, and Talent, she ensures smooth project tracking, accurate invoicing, and develops marketing strategies to enhance the company's visibility. Violeta also leads talent acquisition, recruiting top consultants and helping clients find both contract and permanent roles to support their needs and the company's growth.
Viorel is detail-oriented and analytical Senior Software Developer/Application Architect with more than 15 years of progressive experience and over 10 years in leading roles. He is familiar with most modern development and design tools along with strong analytical and communication skills. In addition, he has a depth knowledge of .NET Framework and Object-Oriented Programming applied through design patterns, with a well-known experience in full life cycle of software development, requirements analysis, design, development, and testing.
Viorel possesses a bachelor's in computer science from the University of Politechnica of Bucharest and is a Microsoft Certified Application Developer.
Job Titles:
- CONSULTING ASSOCIATE
- Technology Specialist With a CPA CA
Wendy Craig is a seasoned technology specialist with a CPA CA designation. She has over 35 years of experience as a client focused consultant, with a strong technical background in project management, finance, internal controls, risk management and information systems. Earlier in her career, Wendy was a Partner at Ernst and Young overseeing the mid-market I.T. consulting practice where she specialized in implementing enterprise systems for not-for-profit organizations and owner managed businesses. She is an effective manager of personnel (project teams & staff teams) and knowledgeable and experienced in implementing "best practices."
Wendy is highly skilled in business process review and improvement projects as well as development and documentation of procedures and policies. She is practiced in the people dynamics of change (Change Management) and has directed a staff of up to twenty consultants organized in service delivery teams.
Wendy's industry focus includes non-for-profit, manufacturing and distribution.
Wendy has a Bachelor of Commerce, Honors, from the University of Manitoba.