Montreal, Quebec, Canada
20 years in international business development, production, and management for companies offering creative or innovative products and services. ∙ Business Development and Partnerships: Advanced expertise in creating sustainable partnerships and growing B2B sales. ∙ Creativity and Entrepreneurial Spirit: Innovative and proactive business approach, marked by the ability to develop and implement original and effective business strategies. ∙ Interpersonal Skills: Excellent ability to establish and maintain professional relationships, promoting communication and collaboration. ∙ C-Level Negotiation: Proven experience in executive-level negotiations in an international context. Handling Complex Situations: Skill in overcoming challenges and maintaining performance under pressure. ∙ Quick Learning and Execution: Ability to quickly learn and implement new skills. ∙ International Experience: Familiarity with international business travel and multicultural negotiations. ∙ Production Expertise: In-depth knowledge of production processes, including photography, audio/video, multimedia, and event planning.
C2 is a global leader in high-end business gatherings, executive convening, and VVIP hosting. As part of C2, I lead our international business development efforts, identifying new strategic opportunities and forging partnerships with brands, institutions, and governments around the world. We work with major players across sectors like luxury, tech, finance, and culture to design and produce tailor-made experiences that drive real business outcomes. From immersive forums and innovation labs to intimate investor gatherings, our projects are designed to spark meaningful connections and foster growth. Our flagship event, C2 Montréal, remains a global reference point for creativity in business, but our reach extends far beyond: we partner year-round with organizations such as Adweek, Amazon, EY, FIS, ACCOR and TIFF to produce exceptional experiences in North America, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East and beyond.
Kangaroo is a leading customer loyalty and marketing platform. Its software includes powerful referral and rewarding tools and an advanced marketing and reporting engine.
Catering for Private and Corporate Events (In October 2023, Franck Maison Gourmande was sold to a well established local caterer.) Among the clients: ∙ Some of the most prestigious Quebec companies that rely on Franck Maison Gourmande each week for their employee meals or corporate events (Moment Factory, Ubisoft, Galerie Simon Blais, Lightspeed, Studio Lamajeure, Cossette, UQAM, etc.) ∙ Numerous contracts ranging from one day to several weeks for meals on the set of television shows or music videos with well-known production companies in Montreal (Les Chefs! with Attraction Images, Productions Déferlantes, Trio Orange, Mo' Fat Management, Parce Que Films, Alexandra Diaz Productions, The Metropolitan Orchestra, and the River Symphony…).
LANDR, an Innovative SaaS Company Based in Montreal Specializing in the Music Industry. In May 2014, LANDR revolutionized the sector with the launch of a cloud-based audio post-production software, powered by an advanced artificial intelligence algorithm. Today, the company offers a comprehensive creative platform, used by over 5 million users in 200 countries, integrating tools for creation, collaboration, production, and digital distribution. ∙ Key player in the significant expansion of the company, growing from 12 to 90 employees, directly reflecting my contribution to the development and success of the organization. ∙ Secured over 70 strategic partnerships with major private and public players in the industry worldwide, including SoundCloud, Apple Music, Spotify, Deezer, Amazon, Google, YouTube, Native Instruments, ∙ INgrooves, CD Baby, TuneCore, Pioneer, Alibaba's distribution platform, ASCAP, SACEM, JASRAC, SOCAN, etc. ∙ Negotiated at the CEO level internationally. ∙ Developed strategy and implemented custom marketing and communication campaigns, amplified by our partners to their users. ∙ Established partnerships, contests, and marketing operations, as well as events, with music festivals and companies specializing in musical equipment (such as Harman Kardon, Teenage Engineering, Korg, Native Instruments, A3C, ADE, MUTEK, etc.). ∙ Represented the company at international festivals and trade shows (SXSW, Musik Messe, Midem, NAMM, ADE, A3C, MusicBiz, etc.). ∙ Managed relationships with record labels and renowned artists worldwide. ∙ Produced video interviews and content with artists. ∙ Produced international brand events. ∙ Managed a team of 4 in Montreal, 1 in Berlin, 1 in India, and 1 in Tokyo. ∙ Handled global press relations, with over 300 articles published annually in publications like TechCrunch, The Next Web, Fact Magazine, Forbes, and many others.