Steve MarissinkFounding Director“I’ve had a great career,” says Steve Marissink. His statement isn’t a boast. It’s just a fact. Steve is a professional investigator with more than 24 years in law enforcement. His past roles include major crimes investigator (RCMP), Intelligence officer (CSIS) and Director with the Government of Alberta. He has literally conducted thousands of investigations all with the goal of finding the truth. “I’ve had a way of ending up in the middle of things,” Steve says, in what can only be called an understatement. As a police officer assigned to the United Nations in the former Yugoslavia his skill sets led him to be the lead investigator for the ‘Medak Pocket’ in 1994 – an allegation of War Crimes during that civil conflict. His report was submitted to the United Nations and in 2008 he provided testimony at an International War Crimes Trial. In addition to receiving two Commendations for Meritorious Conduct, his notes and documentation are now with the Canadian War Museum in Ottawa. Steve has a strong working knowledge of the judicial system, civil law, Human Rights, the Criminal Code of Canada, as well as provincial and federal statutes. He has extensive experience investigating all manner of serious offences; he spent years investigating homicides and wrote the first DNA warrant for the RCMP in Alberta, which led to him becoming the RCMP expert for DNA warrants. “I love the challenge of determining fact over fiction…. putting the pieces of a puzzle together.” Steve is passionate about getting to the truth and is committed to results. He knows investigations have to be done right the first time and has surrounded himself with associates he knows can perform with distinction and are as invested in the right outcome as he is. |
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David MitchellDave retired at the rank of Superintendent after 35 years service with the RCMP across Canada. He has worked and lived in three different Provinces and was a subject matter expert on both operational and administrative priorities. As an Executive Manager, he was responsible for the performance of hundreds of employees, both sworn members and civilian staff with operational budgets in excess of tens of millions of dollars. As the senior officer responsible for Eastern Alberta he spent countless hours liaising with community and political leaders to ensure service delivery levels exceeded expectations. Dave gained vast experience with operational and administrative matters ranging from the minor to serious and sensitive occurrences. Dave was well respected for establishing and mentoring high-performance teams founded on knowledge, ethics and integrity. Dave is committed to providing personal client-centered service based on ethics, integrity and thoroughness. Risk assessments, Human Resource issues, sensitive investigation experience and critical problem-solving acumen are skill sets that Dave brings to the LMAR Group individually or as part of a large team to meet client needs. |
Murray SavageMurray was a member of the RCMP in Alberta for 32 years serving across Alberta including highlights in Wetaskiwin and Fort McMurray. During a very successful career, Murray spent more than a dozen years working on major crime investigations and has supervisory experience with the “K” Division Auto Theft unit, responsible for vehicle theft trends, organized auto theft crime and lots of experience with motor vehicle-related issue across northern Alberta and the Territories. He is well founded with all manner of intricate and comprehensive investigations. After retiring from the RCMP he spent 7 years as the manager of investigations for the Alberta Motor Vehicle Industry Council (AMVIC) where he oversaw an investigative body responsible for the legislative compliance of Automotive Dealers and repair facilities in the province of Alberta as well as handling all manner of consumer complaints related to the purchase and repair of vehicles in Alberta. Murray brings a tremendous wealth of experience to the LMAR Group as an expert in automotive related matters as well as human resource investigations. Murray’s genuine caring disposition and extensive investigative background make him a great fit with the LMAR Group. |
Richard PaskerRichard began his career in law enforcement in 1978 with the RCMP in Alberta. During a distinguished career, Richard established a reputation as an exceptionally strong investigator applying a studied approach to all manner of investigations. His talents were recognized early on in his career. Richard gained experience on major crime units culminating in overseeing internal investigations for the RCMP in Alberta. Richard is an experienced and revered interviewer. His training and experience includes crisis negotiator, major case management, criminal intelligence and supervisory training. Richard has experience with all manner of administrative/policy-related issues and has provided testimony up to the Court of Queen’s Bench level. His easy-going manner establishes trust by those he deals with. After retiring in 2008 Richard joined the Alberta Motor Vehicle Industry Council (AMVIC) as an investigator. From his 5 years in AMVIC Richard gained valuable experience with the Fair Trading Act, Automotive Business Regulations and an in-depth understanding of the motor vehicle industry in Alberta – all experiences which lend themselves well to his career as an associate with the LMAR Group. |
Cari KnottCari has been with LMAR Group since inception. She brings a unique, common sense approach and attention to detail to her multi-faceted role with responsibility for the day-to-day operations and procedures, transcription, bookkeeping and customer service. Cari has taken advanced open source training to provide solid research and background information to the team associates. With her experience and a background in HR, Cari’s strong organizational and people skills keep the LMAR Group running smoothly. |