HON. LABI KOUSOULIS

STRATEGIC ADVISOR

The Hon. Labi Kousoulis served as a Member of the Legislative Assembly of Nova Scotia from 2013 to 2021. During that period, he also served in Cabinet in a number of Ministerial portfolios; most recently as Minister of Finance and Treasury Board and Minister of Business and Trade.

Labi led a number of key files during that time, including consolidating health care procurement for Nova Scotia, passing a Budget during Covid-19 and the economic supports for people and businesses, and implementing a loan forgiveness program for post-secondary students.

He was born and raised in Halifax, Nova Scotia where he currently resides with his family. He received his Bachelor of Commerce and an MBA from St. Mary's University. He holds the designations of FCPA FCMA.

Prior to politics, Labi worked in a variety of roles including: commercial lender, controller of a Fortune 500 company, and small business owner. He is an avid skier.