A trusted group of strategic advisors, business professionals, and operational specialists helping clients navigate complex decisions with clarity, confidence, and practical experience.
Tyler Martineau is a highly accomplished real estate professional, business consultant, and corporate conflict resolution specialist with over 24 years of experience specializing in commercial transactions, valuations, strategic growth, and high-level business negotiations. He is trusted by families, entrepreneurs, investors, and corporations seeking practical guidance for complex business decisions, ownership transitions, and organizational challenges.
Known for his ability to bring alignment and clarity to difficult situations, Tyler has developed a strong reputation in corporate conflict resolution, mediation, and strategic communication. His expertise spans investment real estate, commercial real estate, land development, corporate consulting, business valuation, mediation, and strategic planning. His work has extended across Canada, the United States, and Dubai, where he continues to support international investment and business opportunities.
Lingody is a dedicated and detail-oriented bookkeeper with more than 10 years of experience supporting businesses across multiple industries, including transportation, commercial real estate, nonprofit organizations, and the restaurant sector. She is known for delivering organized financial systems, reliable reporting, and accurate bookkeeping support.
Her background began in fashion design and marketing before transitioning into bookkeeping in 2016. Today, she provides bookkeeping services for several McDonald’s locations across Southern Alberta along with a variety of local businesses. Fluent in English, Arabic, and Dinka, Lingody brings strong communication and personalized service to every client relationship.
Alvin “Al” Valin is a lifelong Southern Alberta resident with decades of experience in agriculture, real estate, logistics, and business operations. Raised with a strong work ethic, Al built his first business at the age of 16 and has developed a reputation for honest communication, practical leadership, and long-standing community relationships.
Since 2004, Al has worked as a licensed real estate professional specializing in farm, ranch, commercial property, and business sales. His extensive background also includes cattle operations, fuel logistics, hospitality management, and overseeing large employee teams throughout Southern Alberta across multiple successful business ventures.
Anthony Paparo is a business development and marketing strategist with over 20 years of experience helping businesses grow through stronger sales processes, customer acquisition strategies, and operational systems. He has worked alongside entrepreneurs, business owners, and leadership teams to develop practical growth strategies that improve efficiency, strengthen client relationships, and create sustainable revenue opportunities.
Known for his relationship-driven approach and ability to simplify complex challenges, Anthony specializes in strategic planning, marketing automation, CRM systems, brand positioning, and business growth initiatives. His focus is on helping organizations align their people, processes, and technology to support long-term success while creating scalable systems that drive measurable results.
Jessica Ward brings a wealth of expertise to our team, backed by years of diverse experience in senior administration and office management. Born and raised in Southern Alberta, Jessica is highly skilled at enhancing client relationships, coordinating marketing initiatives, and seamlessly managing accounts payable and receivable.
While she is deeply dedicated to her professional roles and ensuring the office runs smoothly, Jessica considers being a devoted wife and mother to be her greatest joy in life.
Rob was born and raised in Edmonton and earned his degree from the University of Alberta. Following graduation, he quickly immersed himself in entrepreneurship, focusing on real estate development, hospitality ventures, and obtaining his real estate license.
Over the past 25 years, Rob has personally purchased and sold more than 2,000 residential properties across Canada and several U.S. states, building an extensive track record of successful investments and transactions. Today, he owns and operates multiple businesses throughout Canada, leading teams of employees and overseeing a diverse portfolio of ventures.
Rob's true passion lies in identifying opportunities for business acquisition, implementing strategic improvements, and creating long-term value before successfully transitioning businesses to new ownership. His extensive experience, proven business acumen, and entrepreneurial mindset have established him as a respected leader with a remarkable depth of knowledge in both real estate and business operations.
David was born and raised in Southern Alberta, where he developed a strong work ethic and a passion for business from an early age. He began his career by earning certifications in both the metal fabrication and gas fitting trades, building a solid technical foundation that would later support his success in large-scale business operations and development.
As a key contributor to his family’s business, David played an instrumental role in helping grow the company from a small operation of fewer than five employees into one of the largest HVAC manufacturing organizations in North America, employing more than 250 people. Throughout his career with the company, he was responsible for generating and overseeing more than $1 billion in sales, demonstrating exceptional leadership, strategic vision, and business development expertise.
In addition to his manufacturing background, David has extensive experience in commercial real estate development, with a strong understanding of project planning, investment strategy, and value creation. He is particularly skilled at navigating complex challenges, identifying opportunities others may overlook, and developing practical, innovative solutions that drive results.
David’s combination of technical knowledge, business leadership, and entrepreneurial thinking has earned him a reputation as a trusted problem-solver and strategic thinker. His ability to analyze complicated situations and uncover creative paths forward continues to be one of his greatest strengths.
Stephen Davies brings a results-oriented approach to business, combining practical execution with extensive international commercial experience. Throughout his career, he has worked with clients involved in the import and export of millions of dollars in goods and commodities, helping structure and support complex transactions across global markets.
Stephen has traveled to China more than fourteen times on business, building relationships, negotiating opportunities, and participating in large-scale international deals. His experience provides valuable insight into global trade, supply chains, manufacturing, and cross-border business operations.
In addition to his international business background, Stephen's expertise spans sales and marketing, product design and implementation, project management, scheduling, blueprint interpretation, and advanced proficiency with SolidWorks 3D CAD software. His ability to combine technical knowledge with practical business strategy allows him to navigate challenges from both an operational and commercial perspective.
Known for his professionalism, accountability, and collaborative leadership style, Stephen is committed to helping clients move projects forward efficiently and effectively. At Martineau Business, he contributes to the firm's mission of delivering practical solutions, disciplined execution, and long-term value for clients across a wide range of industries.
Faisal Riaz brings more than 24 years of experience across real estate, construction, infrastructure development, project management, and international business. An American business leader born and raised in the Chicago area, Faisal has spent the past 19 years building and managing large-scale projects throughout the Middle East while maintaining strong business relationships throughout North America.
After beginning his career as a management consultant with a top global consulting firm, Faisal transitioned into development consulting and major real estate projects before relocating to Dubai. There he led complex U.S. Department of Defense and NATO infrastructure contracts across the Middle East and Central Asia while managing high-rise mixed-use developments and multinational project teams.
In 2018, Faisal founded Maven Projects LLC, which grew into a transnational organization of more than 70 architects, engineers, project managers, and analysts. Under his leadership, the firm has supported millions of square feet of design and construction projects across multiple countries and sectors.
Today, Faisal operates at the intersection of American and Middle Eastern business interests, working daily with investors, developers, business owners, and institutional stakeholders. His experience navigating international markets, cross-border transactions, large-scale developments, and global business relationships provides Martineau Business clients with unique access to opportunities and strategic insight on an international scale.