MALMAISON
Advisers & Company
Services
Strategic Advisory for Defence, Security and Advanced Technology
Strategic Advisory for Defence, Security and Advanced Technology
Strategic Advisory for Defence, Security and Advanced Technology
With more than three decades of international leadership experience, we advise organizations on strategy, market entry, procurement and business growth in Canada and internationally.
We connect the dots!
Between governments and industry.
Between strategy and execution.
Between technology and operational capability.
Between international companies and local opportunities.
- Market entry strategy
- Business development planning and execution
- Capture planning and opportunity qualification
- Strategic partnerships and teaming arrangements
- Market intelligence and competitive positioning
- Representation in Canada and selected international markets
- Trade missions, demonstrations and executive engagements
Defence Procurement
Strategic Advisory for Defence, Security and Advanced Technology
Strategic Advisory for Defence, Security and Advanced Technology
Defence procurement is one of our core areas of expertise. We advise clients throughout the procurement lifecycle—from opportunity assessment and solicitation strategy to compliant proposal development and post-award support. Our experience spans Canada and numerous international defence ministries, procurement agencies and industrial participation authorities
Offsets - Industrial Participation - ITBs
Strategic Advisory for Defence, Security and Advanced Technology
Fulfilling an offset commitment – in Canada ‘ITB obligation’- is important for reputational reasons, to avoid liquidated damages and blacklisting. While often regarded as a burden it should however be seized as a business development opportunity to enlarge local footprint and develop future opportunities. Regulations on how and when to fulfil vary by country. We have experience creatively fulfilling offset obligations efficiently and effectively in Canada, Europe, the Middle East and India.
We help clients transform industrial participation obligations into long-term strategic partnerships and business growth rather than viewing them simply as contractual requirements.
Strategy, Business Planning, Policy Development
We work with executives to develop practical strategies that align corporate objectives with market realities. Our support includes corporate strategy, market positioning, competitive analysis, business planning, policy development and implementation planning.
Canadian & International Representation
Canadian & International Representation
Our extensive international network across government, industry and the military enables us to connect clients with the right decision-makers, partners and stakeholders.
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Mentoring and Coaching
Canadian & International Representation
We provide executive mentoring and coaching based on practical leadership experience gained in government, the military and international industry. Our objective is to complement academic knowledge with real-world insight and practical decision-making.
established 2015
OUR VALUES
INDUSTRY WIDE SUCCESS
OUR APPROACH
Malmaison Advisers & Company conducts its business honourably and with integrity, in accordance with applicable legislation, and applies the highest ethical standards and best industry and business practices.
Our clients can expect courtesy, consideration, transparency and prompt attention to their requirements.
We are guided by social responsibility principles as documented in ISO 26000-2010.
OUR APPROACH
INDUSTRY WIDE SUCCESS
OUR APPROACH
Malmaison Advisers & Company is an Ottawa-based advisory firm that provides strategic advice to companies of any size that are pursuing business opportunities in Canada and internationally.
Every client engagement begins with understanding the strategic objective. We develop practical, evidence-based solutions tailored to the client's bus
Malmaison Advisers & Company is an Ottawa-based advisory firm that provides strategic advice to companies of any size that are pursuing business opportunities in Canada and internationally.
Every client engagement begins with understanding the strategic objective. We develop practical, evidence-based solutions tailored to the client's business, culture and market while maintaining the flexibility required to operate in complex international environments.
Malmaison Advisers & Company started operations in the UAE and is now firmly based in Ottawa whilst retaining its global outlook. The company has worked on assignments in Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and Ottawa.
INDUSTRY WIDE SUCCESS
INDUSTRY WIDE SUCCESS
INDUSTRY WIDE SUCCESS
Francis Bleeker brings more than 30 years of experience spanning government, diplomacy, military service and the international defence industry. He has held senior executive positions in Canada, Europe and the Middle East, advising organizations on strategy, procurement, industrial participation and international business development. Hi
Francis Bleeker brings more than 30 years of experience spanning government, diplomacy, military service and the international defence industry. He has held senior executive positions in Canada, Europe and the Middle East, advising organizations on strategy, procurement, industrial participation and international business development. His extensive network across government, industry and allied defence communities enables clients to establish trusted relationships and accelerate market access.
Marie Claire Ouellette brings extensive leadership experience from a distinguished career in the Canadian Armed Forces and the public sector, where she successfully led complex programmes, organizational transformation initiatives and multidisciplinary teams. Her expertise spans logistics, operational planning, business and information technology management, and the implementation of strategic initiatives. Recognized for delivering operational excellence, she excels at translating strategic objectives into practical, sustainable solutions through disciplined planning, effective coordination and flawless execution. Her collaborative leadership style and commitment to continuous improvement enable clients to strengthen organizational performance and successfully manage change in complex environments.
Our PRINCIPALS
Francis Bleeker ~ biography
Francis Bleeker is an executive with 30 years of experience in the global defence industry as well as in government. Until recently he was Vice President, Business Development at a young technology company that produces systems that enhance soldiers and first responders’ survivability. Concurrently he was part of the prominent Defence Procurement Team of a global strategic communications firm, where he advised on defence procurement matters and industrial participation.
Francis enhanced his significant business and industry experience working for companies as DEFSEC Technologies, Robotics Centre, Caracal International (Abu Dhabi), Colt Canada Corporation and Royal Bank. He honed his cultural awareness working in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and his work took him on extensive travel across Europe, the Middle East and India.
Prior to moving to Canada in 1998, Francis worked in government. Concurrently he served in the Royal Dutch Army as an infantry officer.
Francis read constitutional law at Leiden University and his second master’s degree is in business administration from the Open University Business School in Milton Keynes, UK. Francis took the Canadian Security Studies Programme at the Canadian Forces College in Toronto in 2010.
Marie Claire Ouellette ~ biography
Marie Claire Ouellette, Principal at Malmaison Advisers, is a retired senior officer of the Canadian Armed Forces with more than 30 years of leadership experience in human resources, talent management, corporate services, and change management across defence and federal organizations in Canada and abroad.
Following military service with the Royal Canadian Air Force in Germany, Ottawa, and Toronto, she served as Director HR Programs with Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services before establishing her consulting practice in 2014. She has since advised organizations including Canada Company, where she served as Managing Director until recently.
Marie Claire holds a Master’s Certificate in Project Management for Information Technology from Université du Québec en Outaouais and a Bachelor’s degree in Military Arts & Science from Royal Military College of Canada. She is also a member of the Council of Governors of Commissionaires Ottawa.
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