As a Research Associate for the Energy Practice at Sussex, Dario brings diverse experience in advocacy, policy analysis, and foreign affairs. Dario supports a wide range of clients by helping provide insights on procurement and supply items and general policy developments in Ontario’s energy sector.

Prior to Sussex, Dario led Public Diplomacy and Cultural Affairs efforts at the Embassy of Israel in Canada, where he organized social initiatives to strengthen Israeli-Canadian ties. He also monitored the Canadian federal policy landscape on foreign affairs and national security issues and led nationwide online engagements through social media.  

A fierce advocate, Dario has held progressively senior roles across various Jewish not-for-profit organizations and has participated in multiple campaigns to combat antisemitism and promote diversity and inclusion in Canada.  

Dario holds an MA in Security and Diplomacy Studies from Tel Aviv University, and an Honours BA in Political Science with a Concentration in International Relations from Carleton University.  

Born in Argentina, he speaks Spanish, English, French and Italian, and is an avid football fan (don’t call it ‘soccer’). Dario is also an aviation geek, a luxury watch nerd, and a rock-climbing enthusiast.