Debbie is an award-winning and accomplished senior executive and Borden Ladner Gervais LLP’s Director of Practice, Strategy & Growth. A member of the executive leadership team, she leads marketing and business development for the corporate and capital markets, and specialized business law groups

With more than 30 years of professional services marketing expertise, she is recognized for client service innovation and marketing strategy. A unique background, Debbie combines marketing and communications expertise with significant public relations experience, ensuring the integration and alignment of all key messages.

She is the founder of Nealon Consulting—a firm that works with organizations to develop strategies to help them achieve their growth and brand awareness objectives. Debbie has and continues to serve as a board member of a number of organizations—including Women Get On Board, Harley Owners’ Group, Juliette’s Place, Kids Internet Safety Alliance (KINSA) and the Professional Services Marketing Association—and has also been Chief of Staff to the Chair of the Institute of Corporate Directors’ Ontario Chapter Executive and a volunteer for various organizations, including Junior Achievement Canada.