BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Genium360’s Board of Directors actively contributes to the organization's development. Each director is an important player in defining and maintaining Genium360’s strategic direction to ensure its growth and sustainability.
Our Board of Directors is committed to a culture of respect within the organization. The "CA Engagé" seal, issued by the Ordre des Administrateurs Agréés (a Québec professional order), demonstrates that we attach importance to the fight against harassment within our organization, that we are sensitive to harassment, that we believe in a culture of respect, and that we will intervene if necessary.
Annual elections are held in October when there are vacancies on the Board of Directors. In September, Genium360's voting members are invited to take part in the organization's democratic life and stand for election. Stay tuned for communications concerning the nomination process. If you would like to be a candidate for the next Board of Directors, contact us. Please note that a response time of 48 hours or less may apply.
Alexandre Piché, P.ENG., M. ENG.
Chairperson
Current Position
Development Director, Content Creation Technology Group, Ubisoft
Education
Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, Université de Sherbrooke
Master's degree in engineering management, Université de Sherbrooke
Mandate at Genium360
1st year of 2nd mandate
Skills and Expertise
Product strategy and management, project management, team management, software development, video game production technologies.
Why Engineering?
Science and technology have always fascinated me, both because of my thirst to understand the world around us and my enthusiasm for experimenting with innovative technologies. Engineering is an opportunity for me to use my analytical and creative mind to innovate and create the non-existent, for issues as diverse as economic efficiency, social progress and environmental protection.
My Contribution to Genium360
I wish to contribute to making Genium360 a key player through the development of services and partnerships that meet the needs and values of its members. Thus, with my peers on the board of directors and the permanent staff, I want to collaborate by offering my expertise and experience in management and information technology to ensure the realization of the strategic plan and the sustainability of the organization.
Sophie Minyem, P.ENG., M. ENG.
Vice Chairperson
Current Position
Compliance Engineer, Loto-Québec
Education
Bachelor's degree, Electrical Engineering, Université Laval
DESS, Project Management, Université de Sherbrooke
Master, Engineering Management, Université de Sherbrooke
Mandate at Genium360
2nd year of the 2nd mandate
Skills and Expertise
Collaborate with business partners and other stakeholders in the execution of projects to ensure compliance with the organization's integrity requirements and follow up on compliance files with various stakeholders. Analysis, consulting, risk management.
Other Board-Level Involvement
Daycare service at École Catherine-Soumillard in Lachine, Secretary of the parents' committee (2006-2007)
Why Engineering?
I chose this field because of the many opportunities for development that engineering specialties offer to students of all backgrounds, for the accomplishments and the outstanding contribution of various disciplines of engineering to the advancement of our societies.
My Contribution to Genium360
Collaborate and share with my colleagues from various engineering backgrounds on important issues that increase and maintain the effectiveness of Genium360's operations, further develop membership and a sense of belonging, and help improve the contribution of diversity at many levels within Genium360.
Francois Lachance, P.ENG, MBA, CFA
Treasurer
Current Position
Managing Director, Fundamental Equities, Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ)
Education
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering, Polytechnique Montréal
Master of Business Administration, HEC Montréal
Mandate at Genium360
1st year of 2nd mandate
Other Board-Level Involvement
D-Wave Systems, Director (2017-2022)
Skills and Expertise
Strategy, finance, portfolio and investments management, human resources management, ESG.
Why Engineering?
I have always loved math and science, so engineering was a natural choice for me. My intellectual curiosity and my desire to learn later pushed me to study and develop new skills in administration and finance, which led me to a second career in technology sector investments and portfolio management.
My Contribution to Genium360
In collaboration with my fellow directors and the management team, I hope to contribute to organizational development by leveraging my expertise and experience as a manager, particularly in the areas of strategy, governance, finance, and investments.
Marie-France Veilleux, LLL, ASC, C. Dir.
Secretary
Current Position
Director, Sustainable Investment and SMB Governance, Desjardins Capital
Education
LL.L, Université d’Ottawa
Management responsable, Université Laval
Collège des administrateurs de société, Université Laval
Mandate at Genium360
1st year of 2nd mandate
Other Board-Level Involvement
Institut des troubles d’apprentissages, Vice President and Chair of the Governance Committee (2022)
Justice pro bono, Secretary and Chair of the Governance and Human Resources Committee (2016)
Skills and Expertise
Governance, law, strategy, social responsibility and human resources.
My Contribution to Genium360
With a long experience in the practice of law, but especially in governance and ethics and human resources, as well as a consultant to organizations and as a member of boards of directors, the challenge of joining the Board of Genium360 appeals to me greatly. Genium360 is entering a new strategic cycle with the goal of putting the member at the heart of all its actions. Most of my career has been spent in organizations that put the member at the heart of their activities. It is this challenge of participating in the redefinition of member services and how to create a strong sense of trust and belonging to Genium360, both with members and the engineering community, that appeals to me most. Genium360 is well positioned to achieve its ambitions and has a dedicated team of professionals in place with whom I look forward to working.
Carl Bélanger, P.ENG, MBA
Director
Current position
Senior Director, Technology Transformation, Manac
Education
Certificate in Corporate Governance, Collège des administrateurs de sociétés - Université Laval (in progress)
Certificate in Strategy, Leadership Institute
MBA in Business Management, Université Laval
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (networks, telecommunications, computer science), Université Laval
Mandate at Genium360
2nd year of 1st mandate
Other Board-Level Involvement
Réseau Action TI, Director and Chairman of the HR Committee (2016- )
Externat St-Jean-Eudes, Director (2010-2015)
Coordinating Committee for the annual Bell Kids Help Phone Walk, Director (2004-2009)
Conseil du loisir scientifique de Québec, Director (2003-2005)
Jeunes entreprises, Director (2000-2003)
Skills and Expertise
Strategy, information technology, cybersecurity, technological/digital transformation, organizational management and development, general management.
Why choose engineering?
I chose engineering because, for me, combining knowledge and technology was the best way to contribute to improving our society. It was, and still is, the best avenue for transforming everything that research, science and theory have to offer into concrete means and tools to make improvements and positive change in our everyday lives. Engineering has great potential, but with it comes great responsibility, and this has always been a great source of motivation and inspiration for me.
My contribution to Genium360
I'm just starting out with Genium360. First of all, I hope to be able to contribute my knowledge as well as my professional and management experience. As a member, I've had the opportunity on several occasions to benefit from the services, activities, training and promotions offered by Genium360, and I intend to contribute actively to continued improvement in these services, particularly by reaching a greater number of engineers working in every region of Québec and of every generation. It's quite a challenge to meet everyone's ever-changing expectations, but it's a challenge that's entirely achievable, and one that we must rise to with flying colours!
Joe Haddad, MBA
Director
Current position
Senior Manager - Finance Transformation, KPMG
Education
MBA, Global Strategy and Leadership, McGill University
Mandate at Genium360
2nd year of 1st mandate
Other Board-Level Involvement
Young Directors of the Institute on Governance (IGOPP), Director (2020-2022)
Skills and Expertise
Strategy, budgets and forecasts, management.
Why get involved with Genium360?
Since the start of my professional career, I've always been involved in various activities to help move my sector forward, mainly in terms of governance. I was fortunate to have a network of peers and industry leaders who helped me achieve my goals. What's more, I've worked in several Québec engineering firms and I'm fascinated by the technological advances and know-how we have, and I've been able to bridge the gap between my finance background and the engineering community.
I'd like to give professionals and especially engineering students this opportunity to put forward their creative ideas and create a winning environment so they can stimulate innovation and development in our society. Genium360 is the ideal organization to get close to these professionals, network with them and make a real difference to support the development of our society.
My contribution to Genium360
As a member of Geniun360's Board of Directors, I will make a significant contribution thanks to my passion for education and my extensive professional experience in finance and business intelligence. Thanks to my background, I can bring a practical and relevant perspective to the board's discussions.
My first contribution is to put my network and connections to work for Genium360 and its important mission. I'm committed to fostering interaction between students and industry professionals, thereby creating enriching learning opportunities.
I'll be leveraging my network in Montreal's English-speaking universities, where I'm already involved, to help create an inclusive environment so that we retain the best talent and ensure we provide them with the best services to drive innovation.
As a member of the board, I am committed to promoting pedagogical innovation and maintaining the quality of training programs, ensuring that students acquire the skills they need to excel in the modern engineering world.
Isabelle Murray, P.ENG., MASc
Director
Current position
Regional Director, Montreal | Senior Forensic Engineer, CEP Forensics
Education
Master's degree in Chemical Engineering: Interactions and degradation of electrical conductors in fire environments, Polytechnique Montréal
Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering, Polytechnique Montréal
Mandate at Genium360
2nd year of 1st mandate
Other Board-Level Involvement
CEP Forensique and CEP Forensics, Director
Skills and Expertise
Strategy, management, governance, entrepreneurship.
Why choose engineering?
When I finished my studies, I quickly found my calling in my forensic engineering practice. Driven by my great curiosity, I like to apply factual and technical bases to establish the causes of claims and accidents. I feel like I'm doing something useful by providing answers to questions that may seem complex at first.
My contribution to Genium360
As a director and fervent promoter of Genium360 for two decades, I'm committed to offering robust strategy and management expertise, combined with a deep passion for the holistic development of engineers. I want to make a significant contribution by aligning the organization's strategic objectives with the evolving needs of the profession and its members.
Angy Nzengi Ngyadisa, P.ENG., M. ENG., MScM, PMP
Director
Current position
Director, Plant Projects, Airgas - Air Liquide's North American subsidiary
Education
Double Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Centrale Lille (France)/Polytechnique Mons (Belgium)
Master's degree in Management, Solvay Brussels School of Economics & Management (Belgium)
Mandate at Genium360
2nd year of 1st mandate
Skills and Expertise
Strategy, finance, budget management, project and portfolio management, asset management, team management and development, change management.
Why choose engineering?
My scientific curiosity and my passion for science and technology naturally led me to engineering. The desire to understand the how and why of things, to propose innovative solutions to society's problems, this constant desire to improve what already exists continues to fuel my career, my motivation and my professional development. Engineering is definitely the field in which I best express my personality.
My contribution to Genium360
I want to contribute to the promotion and influence of the engineering profession in general, but especially among young people. I would also like to support the management team in its mission to make engineers central to the definition and construction of today's and tomorrow's eco-responsible and sustainable society. All this with a clear focus on sound, responsible management of the organization.
Thanks to my own academic, geographical and professional diversity, I am also committed to diversity and inclusion in the corporation, to incorporate the vision of members from all backgrounds so as to build a strong, inclusive community.
Elene Rousseau, CEP
Director
Current position
Candidate engineer; GCM Consultants (civil / infrastructure consultancy)
Education
Bachelor of Construction Engineering, École de technologie supérieur (ÉTS)
College diploma; Civil engineering technology, Collège Ahuntsic
Mandate at Genium360
1st year of 1st mandate
Other activities
Urban planning advisory committee (CCU), committee member (since 2023); Canadian Society for Civil Engineering (CSCE/SCGC), ÉTS section representative (2022-2023); ÉTS student concrete canoe club, active member (2018-2023)
Skills
Project management; Applied knowledge of the construction industry and its players; Ability to work with various stakeholders in the public, private and industrial sectors; ESG factors
Why choose engineering?
I've always had a passion for architecture and land use planning, the vestiges of various societies. In my opinion, engineering enables us to shape the environment in which we live through both science and creation, and to contribute to society with the aim of improving it.
My contribution to Genium360
I want to contribute to Genium360's growth and influence by taking part in the organization's deliberations. In doing so, I hope to be able to represent young engineering professionals and ensure that the policies adopted are sensitive to their issues, as well as to ESG factors. I'd like to put to good use the interpersonal and technical skills I've acquired through my involvement with several student committees, and leverage my diverse experience in the field, acquired with various organizations, public bodies and businesses, giving me a broad perspective. As a member, the services offered by Genium360 have enabled me to build a solid personal and professional foundation over the past few years, which motivates me to promote the benefits of the support I have received, as well as to ensure Genium360's continued relevance to young engineering professionals.
Virginie Tourte, MASc, ASC, C. Dir.
Director
Current position
Senior Manager Manufacturing Engineering, Morgan Schaffer Ltd
Education
Bachelor of Engineering, plastics processing, ITECH-Lyon (France)
Master's degree in strategic purchasing management, IAE Grenoble (France)
Certificate in Corporate Governance, Collège des administrateurs de société (Québec)
Mandate at Genium360
1st year of 1st mandate
Other activities
TSF (Travail sans Frontières), Secretary, member of the Audit and Strategic Planning Committees - since December 2023
Skills
Strategy, management, governance, purchasing, project management
Why choose engineering?
I chose engineering for the diversity it offers in career choices, the intellectual challenges it presents, and the impact it has on society at all levels. I like to understand how the world works, to be able to see things concretely, modify and improve them, and engineering makes this all possible. What's more, engineering calls on all kinds of skills such as rigour, critical thinking, analytical ability and project management, which are key elements in all aspects of life.
My contribution to Genium360
I have a solid understanding of the manufacturing sector and the specific needs of the engineers who work in it, particularly in terms of training. As such, I'd like to play an active part in enriching the webinar offering. I'd also like to contribute my ideas to the creation of innovative programs that respond to current societal challenges, such as the AGIR program. My ambition is also to help boost Genium360's visibility. Finally, I want to use the skills I acquired during my governance certificate studies to help maintain and promote the principles of rigorous governance in line with best practices.
