Business: We produce custom software.
Education: Bachelor of science in software engineering, University of Ottawa (2009)
Biggest business achievement: Since I became general manager in 2018, the company has moved from a position of debt to a position of growth while improving its office culture and hiring practices.
(Sponsored)
Borden Ladner Gervais LLP and partners lead with generosity
Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG) are no strangers to supporting charities in the nation’s capital. From the Boys & Girls Club of Ottawa to Crohn’s and Colitis Canada to the
Borden Ladner Gervais LLP and partners lead with generosity
Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG) are no strangers to supporting charities in the nation’s capital. From the Boys & Girls Club of Ottawa to Crohn’s and Colitis Canada to the
Biggest obstacle overcome: After becoming general manager, I kept my previous role as technical director and continued to perform both roles despite having limited time and resources. In addition, as a francophone working in a largely anglophone environment, I had to improve my English skills quite rapidly.
Biggest influence: Stephane Rouleau, the president and co-founder of Spiria. He showed me that it is possible to do business while being transparent and being yourself. He leads a 150-employee company with integrity as a primary value.
First job: General manager and co-founder of software company
Advice I’d give the younger me: Don’t be afraid! Just do it!
Favourite pastime: Playing board games.
I’m currently reading: Speedsolving the Cube by Dan Harris
Favourite movie: The Shawshank Redemption
