About Mike

Public leadership. Practical judgment.

Mike Wallace brings municipal, federal, development and community experience to every engagement.

Mike Wallace at the Ontario Housing Forum

In his own words

Meet Mike.

Effective advocacy can create real change, but organizations need to know when to act, who to influence and how to make their message heard.

Effective Advocacy: From Intention to InfluenceWatch on YouTube

The record

22+ years in elected public service.

Mike has focused his career on stronger communities, better policy and responsible growth.

Municipal

City Hall, London

Chair of planning and budget.

Mike chaired several of the city’s major standing committees, guiding planning decisions and overseeing the city’s long-term financial stewardship.

Federal

House of Commons, Ottawa

Chair, Justice and Human Rights.

As a Member of Parliament, Mike earned the confidence of colleagues across party lines. He contributed to the Standing Committee on Finance and played a key role in the all-party working group combatting human trafficking, work that continues to shape national policy today.

Development

London Development Institute

Executive Director.

After elected office Mike brought his experience to the development sector, leading advocacy at every level of government in support of London’s economic growth.

Today

London

Still active in the community.

Mike serves on the London Police Services Board, contributes to London’s Whole of Community Response to Health and Homelessness, and sits on the London Chamber of Commerce Government Relations Committee.

Recognition

  1. 01

    Order of Japan

    Awarded for his work deepening Canada–Japan relations.

  2. 02

    Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal

    Awarded for his service to Canadians.

Mike Wallace interviewed on CBC News Network about a Justice Committee meeting in Ottawa

A University of Guelph graduate with a double major in economics and political science, Mike lives in London with his wife. They are the parents of two adult daughters and grandparents to three.

Let’s plan your next step.

No pressure. Just a focused discussion about your goals, challenges and how Mike can help.