Jamie Ellerton

Founding Partner

Jamie brings over 15 years of public affairs and communications expertise to Conaptus.

With extensive experience advising senior political figures in Canada, C-Suite executives, and non-profit leaders, Jamie has established a strong reputation as a prominent public relations strategist in Toronto with impact that resonates.

Prior to founding Conaptus, Jamie worked for the federal Minister of Citizenship and Immigration and Ontario's Leader of the Opposition.

Whether devising a stakeholder relations plan to build and sustain meaningful relationships, or getting a story picked up by the media, Jamie's holistic approach achieves results.

In 2012, he was asked to testify before the House of Commons Finance Committee on the 2012-2013 Federal Budget. His work has been featured in Maclean's, Vancouver Sun, Globe and Mail, National Post, Toronto Star, New York Times, and Huffington Post Canada.

Jamie frequently appears as a commentator on CTV, Global News, CBC, CP24, SiriusXM, and AM640.

Dominic Stewart

Managing Partner

Dominic brings diverse experience and capabilities to Conaptus, having served in several senior advisory and leadership roles across the public and private sector.

Dominic’s unique perspective unlocks capabilities for clients by pairing big-picture strategy to tactical actions that produces results.

His expertise in developing communications and engagement strategies for politicians, government agencies, multinational corporations, and C-suite executives helps clients standout and lead with impact.

Prior to joining Conaptus, Dominic worked in the private sector as Manager, Corporate Communications and Community Affairs for Fidelity Investments.

He has also held several roles in the public service and political offices including Senior Advisor, Stakeholder Relations at Metrolinx as well as Policy Advisor to the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) Chair.

Dominic holds an MBA from Quantic School of Business and Technology and completed his undergraduate studies at Carleton University.