With over 30 years of experience managing major projects for the agri-food industry in Canada, Alain puts his knowledge to work for SMEs in this sector. He supports the manufacturing industry in his role as Senior Business Advisor. His work focuses on improving productivity, optimizing operations and the supply chain, and implementing strategic and operational plans.

A seasoned manager, he has held a number of executive positions at major companies prior to joining Inno-centre, including Agropur Dairy Cooperative (Vice-President, Operations), Fleischmann’s Yeast (Vice-President, Engineering and the Environment) and Catelli (Plant Manager).

Alain is an automated production engineer, a graduate of École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS) and a member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ).

Alain specializes in best practices for developing foreign markets, primarily with SMEs in the agri-food sector. He has assisted a number of companies with growth projects in the rest of Canada, the United States and China.

With more than 35 years of experience, Alain has held a number of executive positions at Canadian and foreign companies such as Heineken, Van Houtte and Schenker.

Alain holds a master’s degree in Chinese history from York University. He has completed courses in accounting and finance at McGill University, supply chain management at Penn State University, management at HEC Montréal, and governance at the Institute for governance (IGOPP).

Alain specializes in strategy and marketing. He supports SMEs in their digital marketing and tactics to implement, such as SEO and SEM. He also advises them on social networking strategies and is called upon to participate in e-commerce projects.

With more than 20 years of experience, Alain has held executive positions and founded several companies in the field of digital strategy and marketing. Since 2011, he has been the president and founder of a company offering training in foreign languages.

Alain holds a certificate in business management from HEC Montréal and a degree in natural sciences from McGill University.

André specializes in industrial process optimization. He supports SMEs in managing their value chain, from procurement to operations and logistics. He has an excellent understanding of integrated management processes, from planning to execution.

He has more than 30 years of experience working in product development and senior management positions at companies including Suez and Kemira.

André holds a doctorate in chemistry from the Université de Sherbrooke. He also completed training in accounting and finance at the McGill Executive Institute.

Annie specializes in human resources strategy for SMEs. She supports executive teams in developing their skills and leadership, and acts as an advisor on issues related to strategy and talent management.

With more than 20 years of experience, Annie has held a number of positions in business management and human resources management at medium and large organizations, including Bombardier Aerospace and Groupe Marcelle.

Annie holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the Université de Sherbrooke and is certified in business coaching by the Worldwide Association of Business Coaches (WABC). She is also a member of the Ordre des conseillers en ressources humaines agréés (CRHA).

With over 15 years' experience in digital transformation, enterprise architecture and the integration of artificial intelligence into business processes, Arnaud helps managers structure their thinking and balance exploration and exploitation, enabling them to transform their ideas into concrete,value-creating initiatives.

Arnaud is the founder of Poudre Noire, a consulting firm specialized in digital transformation. Following a merger with Logient, he took on the role of partnerand vice-president of strategy, where he piloted projects aimed at aligning business objectives, strategy and technology. He is also a certified trainer, lecturer at Université de Sherbrooke and professor of practice at McGill University.

Arnaud holds a bachelor's degree in business administration, a master's degree in e-commerce management and a specialized post-graduate diploma in research from the Université de Sherbrooke.

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Barry specializes in strategic alignment for SMEs. He supports them in financing and investment projects, as well as marketing and building strategic partnerships to drive business development.

Drawing on more than 30 years of experience, Barry has held a number of executive positions at Canadian and international companies such as Cardinal Health Canada, Myca Health and Cap Gemini Ernst & Young. In 2019, he embarked on his entrepreneurial journey by co-founding MUUTAA, a company specializing in artificial intelligence for the healthcare sector.

Barry holds a master’s degree in communication sciences from Radboud University in the Netherlands. He also completed the Executive Education program at Duke University in the U.S.

Benoit specializes in supply chain management. He advises SMEs on their value chain, especially in implementing operational excellence and transforming business processes to increase efficiency and productivity.

With more than 35 years of experience, Benoit has held a number of management positions at major companies, including Agropur, Metrie, Pratt & Whitney and Prevost Parts.

Benoit holds a bachelor’s degree in management from HEC Montréal and an MBA in logistics and transportation from UQÀM, as well as two certifications from the American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS): Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) and Certified Production Inventory Management (CPIM).

A specialist in continuous improvement for over 20 years, Benoit shares his expertise in optimizing manufacturing processes, operations and the supply chain to advise manufacturing SMEs. As well, he is involved in a number of projects implementing environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria.

Benoit is known for his expertise in the energy and natural resources sector. After leading several major business process optimization projects for Saur Canada and Groupe Conseil Omnitech, he held executive positions with Atlas Aeronautik, Delstar Énergie-Groupe Delom and Veolia.

Benoit has a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering from Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières and is a member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec. He is also a certified Lean Black Belt and Six Sigma Green Belt.

Bernard specializes in value chain optimization for manufacturing SMEs. In particular, he advises them on the transformation of design, manufacturing and project management processes to increase business efficiency. He is also involved in the selection and implementation of management systems (ERP).

With over 25 years of experience, Bernard has held a number of executive positions at high-tech companies. In 2007, he embarked on his entrepreneurial journey by founding his own SME specializing in business process modelling and management committee coaching.

A leader recognized for his abilityto develop strategic business cases and mentor his teams, he has successfullysteered subcontractor management, complex systems integration andorganizational performance within large-scale military and industrial projects.

Bernard holds a Master in physics and a MBA from Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières.

For more than 15 years, Carl has excelled in process optimization, strategic planning and organizational performance for the manufacturing, high-tech and service industries. As a specialist in Lean implementation and training, he focuses on operational efficiency to maximize material, human, technological and business resources, always mindful of the profitability imperatives and corporate culture of each SME he supports.

He has been involved in Lean culture implementations at several organizations in Canada and the United States and occupied various executive positions related to production, industrial engineering, equipment and building maintenance, and continuous improvement.

With his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Université de Sherbrooke (concentration in aeronautics) and certification as a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Carl is a master in the art of management.

Caroline specializes in optimizing operational and administrative processes for SMEs. Her mandates include operational diagnostics, value stream mapping and support for deploying technological solutions. By integrating tools based on artificial intelligence, it helps companies automate their processes, analyze data in real time and significantly improve their operational efficiency and business performance.

Drawing on more than 25 years of experience, Caroline co-founded and has managed a cloud technology deployment company for the past 12 years. She has also held a number of positions in strategic business management at major companies such as CAE and Ocean Group, in addition to carrying out various mandates in Canada for the multinational Fujitsu.

Caroline holds a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering from Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières, along with a DESS in engineering and project management from Université de Sherbrooke. She is also a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, a certified SAFe practitioner and a member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec.

With over 25 years' experience, Charles specialises in value chain management for SMEs. He helps them to manage and optimise operations, automate processes and consolidate supplies. He has a broad understanding of integrated management systems.

Charles has held a number of management positions in companies in various sectors such as CAE, Bio-K Plus International and Monarch Specialities Inc. In 2022, he embarked on his entrepreneurial journey and is now focusing on consulting activities with companies.

Charles holds a bachelor's degree in engineering specializing in automated production from ÉTS.

Chris specializes in strategic alignment, and operational efficiency for SMEs in the agri-food sector. He supports them in their planning, leveraging of innovation, and building long-term relationships to foster success.

Backed by more than 15 years of experience, Chris has held a number of management and executive positions in the agri-food industry at companies such as Symington’s Limited, The Meatless Farm Co and Kinnerton Confectionery. He also founded Lovingly Made Ingredients, an SME in the food processing sector.

Chris holds a bachelor’s degree in biomedical sciences from Leeds Beckett University (UK).

An expert in manufacturing efficiency, Claude uses recognized approaches such as DMS and Lean methodology to structure operations, by clarifying the roles and responsibilities of each stakeholder.

With more than 30 years of experience, he has held factory management positions in both the food and industrial sectors. He has successfully managed major transformation projects, plant expansion and process optimization projects. His vast expertise allows him to quickly grasp the entire manufacturing environment and to accurately identify improvement levers and value-added opportunities.

Colin has over 40 years of experience in the beverage, alcohol, baking, agricultural, and meat industries. He is a proven leader in supply chain management, strategy development and succession planning. His global business perspective spans the Americas, Europe, and the Caribbean.

As a board member, Colin demonstrates exceptional governance skills, ensuring effective oversight and strategic direction. Over the course of his career, he has held a number of executive positions in Canada and internationally, including with Sunrise Farms, Canada Bread and Labatt.

Colin holds a Bachelor degree in Science, Pure and Applied Chemistry from the University of the West Indies, as well as a Masters in International Management from the University of Phoenix.

Cristian specializes in operations optimization with a focus on environmental considerations and quality assurance. He advises SMEs in the agri-food sector on implementing sustainable strategies and assessing their environmental footprint. He shares best practices in operational excellence and supports companies adopting a circular economy approach.

Cristian has held a number of executive and auditing positions with environmental and sustainable development components at agri-food companies such as Lassonde, Cedarome and Vegpro International. For several years, he has been a lecturer in food processing at Collège de Maisonneuve and in sustainable development at HEC Montréal.

Cristian holds a master’s degree in food safety from Universidad para la Cooperación Internacional (UCI) in Costa Rica and a master’s degree in environmental studies from Université de Sherbrooke.

For more than 25 years, Curtis has worked and managed several companies in diversified sectors in Canada. He assists SMEs and farming operations in their strategic planning, business development, mergers and acquisitions, and the ESG requirements of stakeholders.

Curtis has held several leadership positions in different industries such as agriculture, bulk fuels, hospitality and finance. In 2018, he received the Investment Innovation Fund Award from the Private Capital Markets Association of Canada, and in 2017, he was nominated by E&Y for the Canadian Entrepreneur of the Year Award.

Curtis holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Saskatchewan with a specialization in Marketing and a minor in Finance.

Backed by more than 40 years of experience, Daniel specializes in strategic alignment for SMEs, especially in the high-tech and aeronautics industries. He advises them on developing their sales and improving their value chain by optimizing processes and procedures. He is also involved in the project to implement integrated management systems.

Daniel has held numerous management positions at companies of varying sizes, both in Canada and abroad, including Bombardier Aerospace, Kruger International and Atlas Aeronautik.

Daniel holds a bachelor’s degree in engineering from the Royal Military College of Canada and is a member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec. He has extensive experience with the Lean method.

Daniel specializes in strategic alignment for SMEs. He advises them on corporate governance and management, and helps them develop a strategic vision. He also supports them in promoting and implementing technologies to improve their productivity and decision-making.

With more than 40 years of experience, Daniel has held a number of positions as a manager and a senior business developer in the manufacturing and information technology industries.

A specialist in the agri-food sector and food processing, Daniel advises SMEs in the industry. He supports them in their strategic alignment and planning as well as their market development plans. With over 30 years of experience in the field, he shares his knowledge of strategy and corporate management to promote sound business governance.

Over the course of his career, he has held executive positions at major national and international companies such as Frito-Lay (PepsiCo), Loblaws, Molson Coors and VegPro International.

Daniel has a bachelor’s degree with a major in industrial relations and a minor in economics from McGill University.

Dominic Prégent has over 30 years' experience in senior management in the manufacturing, distribution, retail and construction sectors. Specialized in business development, finance and operations management, he is recognized forhis mobilizing leadership, rigor and strategic vision. He has led major organizational transformations, notably as General Manager at Bélanger UPT, and was co-owner of a manufacturing company in the construction sector.

He has also held senior management positions at Rona, Premier Tech and Groupe Deschênes. His career path has led him to develop international partnerships, supervise manufacturing transfers and contribute to financing rounds in the venture capital sector.

Accountant since 1993, he also holds an MBA.

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With more than 35 years of experience, Édouard specializes in strategic alignment and growth plans for SMEs in all sectors. He assists them with market research, brand positioning and project feasibility studies in order to define the business opportunities, ultimately leading to adapted marketing plans for local, national or international markets.

After holding positions as Director and Vice-President of Lavalin’s Economic Studies division, Édouard pursued his entrepreneurial career by starting his own consulting firm specializing in strategies, economic feasibility studies and market development for SMEs.

Édouard has a background in economics from the University of Ottawa and an MBA in international management and marketing from HEC Montréal.

With over 30 years of experience, Éric helps companies meet their operational challenges by developing comprehensive, integrated solutions. He supports small and medium-sized businesses in their strategic alignment, operations and logistics optimization.

Éric has held a number of general management positions in high-tech manufacturing companies, including Bombardier and Héroux-Devtek.

Éric holds a degree in industrial engineering from Polytechnique Montréal and is also Six Sigma certified.

Éric specializes in marketing and innovation financing, particularly financing strategies and developping business cases that include all the necessary tools such as presentations to investors, financial forecasts, financing packages, business and revenue model definitions, and market research.

He has worked for more than 25 years in business strategy and financing consulting. Possessing a vast network of partners, he regularly employs his expertise to support SMEs in all sectors.

Éric holds a bachelor’s degree in marketing from HEC Montréal and an international MBA from the University of Ottawa.