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Transforming Vision into Reality with Expert Guidance and Proven Results

Trusted Partners in Internal Audit, Risk Management, Compliance, Governance, Organizational Effectiveness, and Fraud Management

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About Us

We are your trusted advisors and strategic partners and we help our clients meet their strategic goals and objectives. Our client-centric consulting firm is dedicated to helping our clients succeed and meet their strategic goals and objectives. We deliver internal audit, risk management, compliance, governance, organizational effectiveness and fraud management services.

Our Story

At Solarus Consulting Services Inc., our story is one of commitment, expertise, and unwavering dedication to excellence. Our team of highly skilled professionals supplemented with subject matter experts brings decades of collective experience, making us a trusted partner in internal audit, risk management, compliance, governance, organizational effectiveness, and fraud management services.

We pride ourselves on delivering solutions that meet regulatory requirements and drive organizational success and resilience.

We help you to meet your Strategic Goals and Objectives

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Our Services

Internal Audit Services

We help organizations strengthen their ability to create, protect and sustain value by providing independent, risk-based, objective assurance, advice, insight and foresight.

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Risk Management

The risk environment is constantly changing and is highly complex and volatile. We offer comprehensive risk management services to identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks in your organization.

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Compliance

Compliance enhances the organization's reputation, fosters stakeholder trust, and promotes ethical business practices. We can develop a comprehensive compliance program to help you comply with relevant laws, regulations, and procedures.

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Governance

Effective governance ensures transparent decision-making, accountability, and strategic oversight, fostering trust and stability within the organization. We offer various governance services to enhance organizational effectiveness and overall performance.

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Organizational Effectiveness

Organizational effectiveness services are designed to help businesses enhance their overall performance and achieve strategic goals. Our services include a comprehensive assessment of the organization's structures, processes, and culture to identify areas for improvement.

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Fraud Management

Fraud management is crucial for protecting an organization's financial assets and maintaining customer trust by preventing significant losses and reputational damage caused by fraudulent activities. We provide fraud management services for fraud prevention, detection and monitoring.

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SOLARUS TEAM

Where Expertise Meets Experience

Sohail Saleem

Sohail is a highly experienced executive with over 25 years of international experience in internal auditing, risk management and compliance in the healthcare, pensions, education, and municipal sectors. He is a strategic leader and visionary with a proven ability to interact and build positive relationships with the Board, C-Suite and external stakeholders. Sohail has established and strengthened internal audit and risk management functions for various organizations. He was a Chief Audit Executive of large and complex organizations, reported directly to the board and added significant value to the business operations.

Sohail is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), Fellow Chartered Certified Accountant (FCCA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE). He has a Master in Business Administration (MBA).

Sohail is a public speaker who has spoken on topics related to internal controls, risk management, fraud and data analytics at professional association conferences and events, CAE roundtables and podcasts. He has served in various capacities at The Institute of Internal Auditors and the Information Systems Audit and Control Association's local chapter boards.

CPA, MBA, FCCA, CIA, CISA, CFE, CRMA

Sohail is a highly experienced executive with over 25 years of international experience in internal auditing, risk management and compliance in the healthcare, pensions, education, and municipal sectors. He is a strategic leader and visionary with a proven ability to interact and build positive relationships with the Board, C-Suite and external stakeholders. Sohail has established and strengthened internal audit and risk management functions for various organizations. He was a Chief Audit Executive of large and complex organizations, reported directly to the board and added significant value to the business operations.

Sohail is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), Fellow Chartered Certified Accountant (FCCA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE). He has a Master in Business Administration (MBA).

Sohail is a public speaker who has spoken on topics related to internal controls, risk management, fraud and data analytics at professional association conferences and events, CAE roundtables and podcasts. He has served in various capacities at The Institute of Internal Auditors and the Information Systems Audit and Control Association's local chapter boards.

President and CEO

Sohail is a highly experienced executive with over 25 years of international experience in internal auditing, risk management and compliance in the healthcare, pensions, education, and municipal sectors. He is a strategic leader and visionary with a proven ability to interact and build positive relationships with the Board, C-Suite and external stakeholders. Sohail has established and strengthened internal audit and risk management functions for various organizations. He was a Chief Audit Executive of large and complex organizations, reported directly to the board and added significant value to the business operations.

Sohail is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), Fellow Chartered Certified Accountant (FCCA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE). He has a Master in Business Administration (MBA).

Sohail is a public speaker who has spoken on topics related to internal controls, risk management, fraud and data analytics at professional association conferences and events, CAE roundtables and podcasts. He has served in various capacities at The Institute of Internal Auditors and the Information Systems Audit and Control Association's local chapter boards.

Wale Ashaye

Wale is a man of integrity with a lifelong commitment to self-development and positive social impact. His experience working with teams across regions and organizations has taught him the importance of collaboration over individual tasks. Specializing in Cybersecurity and IT General Controls testing, including SOX and financial audits, he has completed over 300 engagements in various industries, including IT audits, SOC audits, ISO 27001 implementations, and NIST assessments. 

His expertise spans risk-based IT audits, covering all lines of defense for IT Security, Internal Audit, and Compliance functions. Wale is a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE) and ISO 27000 Lead Auditor. He also devotes time to social development, mentorship, and speaking at conferences, always ready to support a good cause.

CISA, CIA, CDPSE, ISO27001 LA

Wale is a man of integrity with a lifelong commitment to self-development and positive social impact. His experience working with teams across regions and organizations has taught him the importance of collaboration over individual tasks. Specializing in Cybersecurity and IT General Controls testing, including SOX and financial audits, he has completed over 300 engagements in various industries, including IT audits, SOC audits, ISO 27001 implementations, and NIST assessments. 

His expertise spans risk-based IT audits, covering all lines of defense for IT Security, Internal Audit, and Compliance functions. Wale is a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE) and ISO 27000 Lead Auditor. He also devotes time to social development, mentorship, and speaking at conferences, always ready to support a good cause.

Information Security & Compliance Expert

Wale is a man of integrity with a lifelong commitment to self-development and positive social impact. His experience working with teams across regions and organizations has taught him the importance of collaboration over individual tasks. Specializing in Cybersecurity and IT General Controls testing, including SOX and financial audits, he has completed over 300 engagements in various industries, including IT audits, SOC audits, ISO 27001 implementations, and NIST assessments. 

His expertise spans risk-based IT audits, covering all lines of defense for IT Security, Internal Audit, and Compliance functions. Wale is a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE) and ISO 27000 Lead Auditor. He also devotes time to social development, mentorship, and speaking at conferences, always ready to support a good cause.

Grant Sommerfeld

Grant Sommerfeld is a distinguished Facilities Management (FM) executive with over 17 years of leadership expertise in diverse sectors, including healthcare, government, and higher education. He has demonstrated his adept management skills by leading teams of up to 750 members and managing budgets of up to $41.5 million. His financial acumen is further highlighted by his oversight of capital projects totalling $250 million from 2014 to 2017.

Armed with an MBA from the University of Saskatchewan, he holds three professional certifications in facilities management and one in management consulting. Grant has honed his executive leadership and strategy skills at prestigious institutions, including Cornell, the London School of Economics, INSEAD, and HEC Paris.

In August 2023, he was made a Fellow by the UK-based Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, the world's largest and oldest credentialing body for property management professionals.

MBA, CFM, CEFP, FRICS

Grant Sommerfeld is a distinguished Facilities Management (FM) executive with over 17 years of leadership expertise in diverse sectors, including healthcare, government, and higher education. He has demonstrated his adept management skills by leading teams of up to 750 members and managing budgets of up to $41.5 million. His financial acumen is further highlighted by his oversight of capital projects totalling $250 million from 2014 to 2017.

Armed with an MBA from the University of Saskatchewan, he holds three professional certifications in facilities management and one in management consulting. Grant has honed his executive leadership and strategy skills at prestigious institutions, including Cornell, the London School of Economics, INSEAD, and HEC Paris.

In August 2023, he was made a Fellow by the UK-based Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, the world's largest and oldest credentialing body for property management professionals.

Facilities Management Expert

Grant Sommerfeld is a distinguished Facilities Management (FM) executive with over 17 years of leadership expertise in diverse sectors, including healthcare, government, and higher education. He has demonstrated his adept management skills by leading teams of up to 750 members and managing budgets of up to $41.5 million. His financial acumen is further highlighted by his oversight of capital projects totalling $250 million from 2014 to 2017.

Armed with an MBA from the University of Saskatchewan, he holds three professional certifications in facilities management and one in management consulting. Grant has honed his executive leadership and strategy skills at prestigious institutions, including Cornell, the London School of Economics, INSEAD, and HEC Paris.

In August 2023, he was made a Fellow by the UK-based Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, the world's largest and oldest credentialing body for property management professionals.

Amir Ali

Amir Ali is a Information Technology professional specializing in cloud services, data science, and automation. Certified as an AWS Solution Architect Associate, Azure Data Engineer, and Google Cloud Data Analyst, he excels in cloud infrastructure and data engineering. Proficient in Python, R, Java, and data visualization tools like Power Apps, he offers robust data analytics and application support.

As a versatile developer and system analyst, he is skilled in Angular, Node.js, MongoDB, and database management with SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, and MongoDB. His design expertise includes Adobe XD, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Figma, and he is adept with code repositories like GitHub and Azure DevOps. Committed to continuous learning, he holds certifications in Odoo, MS Dynamics, AWS, Azure, and Google Data Analytics.

Information Technology Specialist

Amir Ali is a Information Technology professional specializing in cloud services, data science, and automation. Certified as an AWS Solution Architect Associate, Azure Data Engineer, and Google Cloud Data Analyst, he excels in cloud infrastructure and data engineering. Proficient in Python, R, Java, and data visualization tools like Power Apps, he offers robust data analytics and application support.

As a versatile developer and system analyst, he is skilled in Angular, Node.js, MongoDB, and database management with SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, and MongoDB. His design expertise includes Adobe XD, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Figma, and he is adept with code repositories like GitHub and Azure DevOps. Committed to continuous learning, he holds certifications in Odoo, MS Dynamics, AWS, Azure, and Google Data Analytics.

Simon Healy

Simon Healy is an Information Technology executive with 29 years of experience in strategic planning, project management, and technical implementation. Known for leading small and large-scale IT projects and possessing expert-level knowledge of BaaS and DRaaS infrastructure solutions. Proficient in executive leadership, team building, budget control, and process improvement. Skilled in translating technical information into business requirements and consistently delivering projects on time and within budget.

Technically adept in Azure AD, M365, VMware, Hyper-V, and various firewall and network solutions. Extensive industry experience spans utilities, healthcare, and government sectors. Achievements include significant cost savings through Six Sigma methodologies, implementing comprehensive cybersecurity frameworks, and spearheading digital transformation initiatives. 

Information Technology Expert

Simon Healy is an Information Technology executive with 29 years of experience in strategic planning, project management, and technical implementation. Known for leading small and large-scale IT projects and possessing expert-level knowledge of BaaS and DRaaS infrastructure solutions. Proficient in executive leadership, team building, budget control, and process improvement. Skilled in translating technical information into business requirements and consistently delivering projects on time and within budget.

Technically adept in Azure AD, M365, VMware, Hyper-V, and various firewall and network solutions. Extensive industry experience spans utilities, healthcare, and government sectors. Achievements include significant cost savings through Six Sigma methodologies, implementing comprehensive cybersecurity frameworks, and spearheading digital transformation initiatives. 

Frequently Asked Questions

What services does Solarus Consulting Services offer?

Solarus Consulting Services provides a wide range of consulting services in internal audit, risk management, compliance, governance, organizational effectiveness and fraud management. We help you in meeting your strategic goals and objectives.

Who are your typical clients?

Our clients range from small and medium-sized businesses to large corporations across various industries, such as technology, healthcare, government, finance, and manufacturing.

How can I get started with Solarus Consulting Services?

You can get started by contacting us through our website’s contact form, emailing us at info@solarusservices.ca, or calling us at (306) 670-7777. We will schedule an initial consultation to discuss your needs and how we can help.

What is your consulting process?

Our consulting process typically involves an initial consultation to understand your needs, followed by a detailed proposal outlining our scope, approach, timelines, and costs. Once approved, we execute the project in accordance with the approved proposal.

Who will be working with us on the projects?

The project team will be comprised of subject matter experts who would have deep industry knowledge and specialized skills. They will play a crucial role in diagnosing issues, designing strategies, and implementing solutions that drive measurable improvements.

What industries do you specialize in?

We have expertise in various industries including healthcare, education, finance, public sector, manufacturing, oil and gas, retail, etc. Our consultants have extensive experience and deep industry knowledge to provide relevant and effective solutions.

How do you charge for your services?

Our pricing model depends on the scope and nature of the project. We offer competitive rates and can work on a project basis, retainer, or hourly rate depending on your preference and the complexity of the project.

What is the typical duration of a consulting project?

The duration of a consulting project varies based on the scope and complexity of the project. On average, our projects range from a few weeks to several months. We provide a detailed timeline in our proposal.

Do you offer remote consulting services?

Yes, we offer both in-person and remote consulting services to accommodate the needs of our clients. We utilize video conferencing, collaborative tools, and other technologies to ensure seamless communication and project management.

How do you ensure confidentiality and data security?

We take confidentiality and data security very seriously. All client information is handled with the utmost care, and we have strict protocols in place to protect your data. We are happy to sign non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) to ensure your information remains secure.

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