Devon is a seasoned Investigator and Compliance Professional with over two decades of experience in regulatory enforcement, intelligence-led investigations, and strategic litigation support. He began his career with the Ontario Public Service in 2004, serving nineteen years with the Ministry of Finance before transitioning to the Ministry of Long-Term Care, where he played a key role in establishing and operationalizing the Ministry’s new Investigations Unit.

During his tenure with the Ministry of Finance, Devon specialized in tax fraud investigations, with a particular focus on contraband tobacco enforcement. He held various roles, including Acting Senior Investigator within the Intelligence Assessment Unit (IAU), where he oversaw intelligence collection and analysis to support complex investigations. He also served as the Training and Manuals Development Officer, where he led a comprehensive overhaul of the Ministry’s investigative training program.

Devon’s expertise spans the full investigative lifecycle, including legislation enforcement, evidence handling, surveillance coordination, warrant authoring and execution, Crown Brief preparation, and courtroom testimony. His operational leadership extends to joint-forces enforcement initiatives and intelligence development for high-risk, high-impact matters.

In addition to his public service, Devon has held positions in both government and industry, including roles as Senior Tax Auditor and Director of Audit Quality Review and Objections.

Since 2014, Devon has served on the Discipline and Appeals Committee of the Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO), adjudicating professional conduct hearings. He also holds a Certificate in Dispute Resolution from York University and actively volunteers with non-profits and charitable organizations, offering training in conflict resolution and leadership development for youth and adult learners.

Devon currently consults on strategic litigation support, tobacco industry compliance, and high-stakes surveillance operations. He is recognized for implementing best-in-class investigative protocols, operational procedures, and intelligence frameworks that align with industry-leading practices.