NUNZIATA JOINS MANDRAKE

TORONTO, April 16, 2001- Prominent lawyer and former MP John Nunziata, LLB, has joined Mandrake, one of Canada's leading recruiting firms, to develop the company's practice in the public sector. 

John's background includes establishing the law firm Nunziata, Anand, as well as a prominent career in political life spanning over 20 years. Beginning as an Alderman at the tender age of 23, John has also held three consecutive terms as a Liberal MP, and was elected to the House of Commons as an independent; a distinction only achieved by a few individuals since Confederation.

During his political career John served on numerous committees, boards and commissions, has led a number of task forces, and traveled extensively as a member of various Canadian delegations. 

"It's an honour to have someone of John's stature and background join Mandrake," said President and CEO Stéfan Danis. "The value he brings, not only to our Public Sector practice, but to the firm as a whole, is invaluable."

"I am excited to become a part of this most vital and progressive organization," said Nunziata. "With Mandrake's distinguished history and talented group of individuals behind me, the Public Sector practice will be able to achieve great things." 

Mandrake specializes in Executive Search, Mergers & Acquisitions, Strategic Alliances, and Organizational Consulting. Established in 1970, the firm has offices in Toronto, Montreal and Calgary, with affiliates worldwide. Practice areas include the following functions: Marketing, MarCom, Sales, Finance & Accounting, Creative Services, Legal, HR, IT and Operations; and the following industries: CPG, Communications, Retail, Healthcare, Public Sector Agencies, Associations, Law, Transportation, Industrial, Consulting, e-commerce, Emerging Media, High Tech, Internet, Telecom, and Wireless. 

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For more information contact: John Nunziata, Director, (416) 922-5600 ext. 228, nunziata@mandrake.ca or Julie Argles, Marketing Communications Coordinator, (416) 922-5600 ext. 350, argles@mandrake.ca.