Who we are

Goodwin was sparked over morning coffee — a recurring conversation about what workplace investigations could look like if someone actually built the process around the people involved. One founder shared the challenges from the HR frontlines. The other was deep into building practical, ethical AI tools. The opportunity was clear: bring technology and empathy together to create a better process — one where everyone wins.

For employers, that means fast, high-quality investigations with transparency and accountability. For investigators, it's less friction, better workflows, and compensation based on value delivered — not hours logged.

Our founding team brings together:

  • Three serial entrepreneurs with a track record of building ventures in complex, high-integrity industries.

  • A seasoned HR executive with hands-on experience leading sensitive workplace investigations and managing culture and risk.

  • Legal, tech, and operations experts who understand both the strategic and day-to-day realities of building trust at scale.

We’ve sat on all sides of the table — as employers, investigators, entrepreneurs, and professionals in legal, tech, and business leadership — and we built Goodwin to solve a problem we’ve lived ourselves. The result: a smarter, a smarter, more human investigation firm that empowers professionals to work with greater efficiency, consistency, and confidence.

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Inside the Firm.

In the shadows of our spotlight investigators, our core team of strategists, builders, and experts are quietly building and refining the tools, processes, and support for a smarter, more human approach to workplace investigations.

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  • Paul is a graduate of the University of Calgary (Political Science) and founder of Taurus Property Group, a leading commercial real estate advisory firm in Western Canada. Since starting Taurus at the age of 27, he has built it into a trusted partner for retail leasing and development strategy, guiding major mixed-use and retail projects across the region.

    With more than two decades of entrepreneurial leadership, Paul’s career spans real estate, investment, and ventures in AI and wellness. He is recognized for building organizations with strong systems, sustainable value, and a commitment to integrity.

    Rooted in Calgary as a fifth-generation Calgarian, Paul is also active in community service, having served on the boards of MAPSS and the Safe Haven Foundation. He brings to Goodwin a proven record of business growth, systems thinking, and a philosophy grounded in accountability, continuous learning, and principled leadership.

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  • Martine brings nearly three decades of experience at the intersection of law, compliance, and business strategy. She has built her career helping organizations navigate complex workplace, regulatory, and risk management issues with both rigor and empathy.

    Before co-founding Goodwin, Martine practiced law, founded and scaled innovative legal service models, and advised boards and executives on governance and compliance. As a serial entrepreneur and angel investor, she has also worked closely with startups and growth-stage companies, blending strategic insight with practical execution.

    At Goodwin, Martine leads on legal and compliance strategy, risk management, and investigation process design . She is particularly focused on ensuring data integrity and high ethical standards as Goodwin integrates a human first framework with technology-enabled tools to deliver timely, defensible, and trustworthy workplace investigations.  

    Known for her curiosity and ability to build rapport, Martine  is committed to building an investigation practice that is fair and respectful to all parties involved.

    Martine is called to the Bar in the province of Quebec, Ontario and Alberta.

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  • Geoff is a graduate of Vancouver Island University (Business Administration) and the University of British Columbia (Economics). He built a distinguished career in commercial lending, where he scaled operations to over $1B in annual revenues and led a team of 120 in a highly regulated industry.

    Beyond lending, Geoff has founded and successfully exited businesses in construction, law, and retail — each rooted in people and growth. Today, he brings this breadth of experience to Goodwin, combining strategic insight, governance expertise, and a deep understanding of workplace dynamics.

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  • Chantal brings over a decade of startup experience across industries including entrepreneurship, fitness, construction and event planning —driving ventures from early vision through to launch. With a strong background in product management and operations, she has built a career on translating big ideas into structured systems and impactful execution.

    At Goodwin, Chantal leads the design and management of the firm’s digital workspace, ensuring investigators and clients have the necessary tools and workflows they need to deliver consistent, high-quality investigations; all while keeping founders focused and internal teams aligned. She also helps shape and design the creative direction of the brand, from web presence to communications, blending structure with creativity to strengthen credibility and connection across every aspect of the business.

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  • Cam is augmenting his academic foundation in business and economics through practical experience in entrepreneurship and technology design. He has contributed to a wide range of initiatives, including developing retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) systems and agentic workflows, software planning, website development, and SEO/AEO strategy. He has also delivered educational seminars on the practical applications of AI in business, helping professionals adopt emerging tools with confidence.

    At Goodwin, Cam serves as the system architect and developer for the AgentGoodwin platform, handling its design, development, and ongoing maintenance. He ensures investigative professionals have the tools they need to excel, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and cloud infrastructure to deliver practical, high-impact solutions.

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  • With over 20 years of experience in labour relations, employee relations, and human resources in the public sector — and more than five years as a trusted consultant — Crystal has built a career on solving complex workplace challenges through partnership, communication, and trust. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Human Resources & Labour Relations) from Saint Mary’s University, a Master of Employment Relations from Memorial University, and is a Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR).

    Her expertise spans every aspect of labour and employee relations: from workplace investigations and collective bargaining to grievance management, arbitration, and compliance. Known for her collaborative style, Crystal believes that focusing on the “relations” in labour relations creates healthier, fairer, and more resilient workplaces. By fostering open dialogue and positive relationships with clients, leaders, and union partners, she helps organizations navigate disputes efficiently while strengthening long-term trust.

    At Goodwin, Crystal leverages this depth of expertise as a strategic advisor — shaping investigation processes, guiding clients through sensitive workplace challenges, and ensuring the firm continues to deliver timely, defensible, and trusted results.

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Meet Our Operatives.

Meet Our Operatives.

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    Martine Boucher

    LEAD WORKPLACE INVESTIGATOR & QUALITY ASSURANCE

    “I've been on the other side of a workplace investigation. I know how it feels. That's why I care so much about getting the process right for everyone involved.”

    Let’s connect: linkedin.com/in/martine-goodwin

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    Crystal Tobin

    QUALITY ASSURANCE

    “As a co-founder first conducting and then overseeing workplace investigations for 20 years, I’m driven to solve process challenges by delivering more timely, fair, and fact-based outcomes that uphold integrity and better serve the people they impact.”

    Let’s connect: www.linkedin.com/in/crystal-tobin-0a2469186

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    Cari Agard

    WORKPLACE INVESTIGATOR

    “Analysis and humanity aren't opposites in a good investigation — they're inseparable.”

    Let’s connect: www.linkedin.com/in/cari-agard


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The Goodwin Mystery.

Every name carries a story. Ours began with a search for something that felt true to who we are — approachable, dependable, and always on the truth’s side. That search led us to Goodwin.

The name nods to Archie Goodwin, the loyal and quick-witted assistant in the 1930s detective novels featuring Nero Wolfe. Wolfe was a brilliant investigator who solved cases entirely from his home office — long before remote work was even a thing. Goodwin was his sharp, stylish partner who handled all the legwork in the field.

We loved that dynamic. Just as Archie Goodwin enabled Wolfe’s success, Goodwin is here to be your trusted partner — ensuring investigations are seamless, effective, and defensible, no matter where you are.

Case closed.