PIA/GATF Names Makin its CEO

"This marks the final major step in the consolidation of GATF and PIA, and we have great confidence that a single CEO will help us realize the full promise of our organizations," Williamson stresses.

Makin, a Montreal native, holds an honors degree in journalism from Carleton University in Ottawa. During his nine years with CCA, he assumed several roles, including deputy chief staff executive.