Forty Under 40

Andrew Balfour, associate principal, Navigator

June 26, 2018

Editor's Note

Each year, OBJ and the Ottawa Chamber of Commerce choose 40 of the region’s top young entrepreneurs and business executives and recognize them for their professional achievements, expertise and community service.

In these profiles, OBJ highlights some of this year’s recipients – their impressive accomplishments, what drives them and how they like to spend their downtime away from the business world.

See the full list of recipient profiles here and be sure to check out OBJ’s coverage of the 2018 gala here.

Birthplace: Ottawa

Company: A public strategy and communications firm

Education: Bachelor of journalism, University of King’s College (2004)

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Giving Guide: Youth Services Bureau

What we do The Youth Services Bureau (YSB) is one of the largest and longest serving youth agencies in Ottawa, serving more than 3,000 youth each month in support of

Giving Guide: Ottawa Riverkeeper

What we do Ottawa Riverkeeper is a leading advocate for freshwater protection regionally and nationally. As a licensed member of the global Waterkeeper Alliance, we extend our influence internationally. Ottawa

Charitable involvement: Abilities Centre Ottawa

Biggest biz achievement: Nothing of note

Biggest obstacle: Partisan politics

First job: Landscaping

Favourite local pro sports team: Ottawa Senators

Favourite local summer event: Ottawa Bluesfest

Preferred social media platforms: Twitter, Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram

Twitter handle: @andrewbalfour