Sussex Strategy Group Expands Partnership Following Period of Growth and Strategic Investment

Toronto, March 5, 2026

Sussex Strategy Group today announced the addition of four new equity partners, marking a significant milestone in the firm’s continued growth as a national public affairs, strategic communications, and advisory firm. The announcement follows sustained expansion and a strategic investment from Fengate Asset Management, supporting Sussex’s next phase of development.

“Further strengthening and broadening our leadership is essential to serving clients at the highest level,” said Chris Benedetti, Managing Partner & CEO, Sussex Strategy Group. “These new partners are exceptional leaders who reflect the values and standards of the firm. We are proud to welcome them into the partnership and are confident that their experience and judgment will further enhance our work, our client relationships, and our impact.”

Over the past several years, Sussex has broadened its footprint, deepened its sector expertise, and expanded its senior leadership bench to meet growing client demand across Canada. With Fengate’s investment, the firm has accelerated its ability to attract and retain senior talent, invest in platform capabilities, and strengthen its presence in key markets while maintaining its focus on trusted counsel, strategic advisory, and measurable business results.

“This announcement marks an important milestone in Sussex’s growth and national presence” said Jamie Besner, Managing Partner & Municipal Practice Lead at Sussex Strategy Group. “There is real excitement about where Sussex is headed as we plan for the future by advancing exceptional leaders from within. These new partners deepen our executive bench and reinforce our ability to deliver insight, impact, and confidence to clients today and over the long term.”

Sussex's New Equity Partners

‍Danielle Donadio is a senior communications and brand builder with more than 25 years of experience advising organizations navigating complex change, reputational risk, and public scrutiny. Danielle has held senior leadership roles in Ontario’s hospital system, where she led major rebranding initiatives and high‑profile public awareness campaigns, and earlier worked in public affairs roles in the pharmaceutical and pension sectors. She has also led national political advertising efforts and award‑winning campaigns that shaped public dialogue and advanced organizational goals. She works with executive teams and boards to align communications, stakeholder engagement, and business strategy.

‍Robyn Gray is a leading expert on clean energy, climate policy, and major infrastructure development. She guides clients through complex policy, regulatory, and political environments to advance decarbonization and other major infrastructure projects. Robyn brings more than two decades of experience spanning senior roles in provincial and federal government, private sector advisory work in global carbon markets, and public affairs leadership in Canada as well as in Australia. Building on her extensive experience, Robyn is regularly called upon to speak about the intersection of clean energy, climate competitiveness, and major project development.

‍Mark Olsheski is a trusted advisor on energy policy, economic, and structural frameworks that shape major infrastructure and industrial investments. He helps clients navigate market shifts, regulatory constructs, and policy developments that influence energy costs, infrastructure needs, and corporate investment decisions. Mark has held senior policy and legislative positions with the Government of Ontario, contributing to transformational electricity system investments, nuclear refurbishment, long-term planning, and energy sector modernization. He provides clients with insight into how policy is shaped, regulatory processes unfold, and major projects are successfully advanced in Canada’s evolving energy landscape.

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David Timm is a senior government relations and public affairs advisor with more than two decades of experience supporting executives, boards, and investors in complex, highly regulated environments. He advises organizations on navigating geopolitical risk, legislative change, and regulatory decision‑making in support of major investment and growth strategies. David most recently served as Global Head of Public Affairs at Northland Power Inc., leading teams across the Americas, Europe, and Asia‑Pacific, and is recognized for pragmatic, disciplined counsel grounded in a deep understanding of energy policy, stakeholder engagement, and government decision‑making.