An Ottawa insider like none other, David Akin is a renowned journalist, blogger and digital media pioneer who was named one of the "100 Most Influential People in Ottawa" by the Hill Times. His 25-year broadcasting career includes stints with CTV National News, the Globe and Mail and the National Post, as well as a Gemini Award and National Newspaper Award citation of merit. His blog, On The Hill, is one of the most widely read political blogs in Canada.