About Matrix Meridian | Toronto Consultancy Since 1990

History

Daniel Ho spent years in accounting and finance at large firms before founding Matrix Meridian. From both sides of the table he kept seeing the same gap: organizations that understood their business but not the technology it increasingly ran on, and technical specialists who did not understand the business. In 1990 he set up a one-person firm to occupy that gap.

The engagements grew, and the firm grew with them, bringing expertise in-house and partnering with strong practitioners in neighbouring fields until the solo practice became a multi-disciplinary firm.

More than three decades on, Matrix Meridian is a boutique consultancy in downtown Toronto. The core of the practice is technology, advised and delivered by the same firm: managed IT, hosting and migrations, custom software, and the disciplined use of AI, with the strategy and people work running alongside. The client list spans retail, financial services, non-profits, and education.

Managing Director (Extension 256)

Daniel Ho

With decades of experience in finance, management consulting, and information technology, Daniel oversees the operations of Matrix Meridian Corporation. He also leads the Strategy and Operations and IT Advisory practice groups.

In his spare time, Daniel serves on the board of several local charities. He enjoys long-distance cycling and spending time in the outdoors with family & friends…that's when he's not relaxing by geeking out on one of his arcane interests.

Although he eats mostly a healthy diet, Daniel's kryptonite is fried chicken!

IT Advisory Group - Technical Lead (extension 245)

John Tuyen

John focuses on the various facets of the business that revolve around technology and digital media. He leads the group on systems architecture, implementation of technical solutions and ongoing client support.

When he isn't in the office mulling over complex issues, he is working on various schemes to run marathons easier and FASTER!

Senior Associate (extension 246)

Andrew Lui

Andrew's career spans academia, business, politics and government. Trained in the field of International Relations, Andrew enjoys leveraging his knowledge of global trends to help companies navigate foreign markets and develop international growth strategies. Andrew is a senior member of the Strategy and Operations practice group.

Due to the number of Andrews orbiting the office, we call him Dr. Andrew to distinguish him from Designer Andrew, Lawyer Andrew, Cousin Andrew, and Engineer Andrew.

Director of People and Change (extension 258)

Sarah Lefave

Sarah knows that an organization thrives when its people thrive.

With her extensive academic background and corporate experience in executing people strategy, Sarah creates the link between business and people. She leads the firm's People and Change practice and helps organizations realize the potential of its people and develop its culture.

Sarah has an insatiable curiosity. When she's not designing and executing impactful people solutions, you will find her hanging out with her kids, trail running, reading 3-10 books at a time, and writing on social change and activism.

Due to her love for the Wiggles, Sarah has had to suspend her Ph.D. candidacy temporarily.

Operations Manager (extension 221)

Kelly Boer

Kelly's background in medical sciences makes her a valuable part of the team for her quick analysis of a situation and her detail oriented manner. She is in charge of all the machinations of the firm from being "the fixer" for our staff to managing client accounts.

Kelly has no quirks that she'd admit...

Director of First Impressions (He doesn't need no stinkin' extension!)

Newton

Newton was born and raised in South Arkansas. When he relocated to Toronto, he joined the office team where he has excelled and quickly moved through the ranks. Newton enjoys rushing out to greet our guests and helping with snacks...especially the snacks!

Despite his loud bark, Newton has no bite!

Life at the Office

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