André Guillemette Mentor Captain in the Pays-d’en-Haut RCM
since 2003
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André Guillemette, with more than 20 years of experience in business, is recognized in the milieu as the incumbent of an important position within the Quebecor group. Editor and General Manager of two weekly newspapers (L'Écho du Nord et Le Mirabel). He is also involved with various organizations. André, who is a person who knows how to listen and, on occasion, when to back-off, likes to get involved with people.

Jocelyn Rioux Mentor Captain in the Laurentians RCM
since 2003
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Consultant, teaching professional, investment counsellor and financial advisor for 27 years, Jocelyn Rioux excels in his field and is recognized as an expert. He also involves himself in volunteer work. Open-minded, with a strong will and a desire for transparency, Jocelyn can best be described as passionate.

Lucien Baril Mentor in the Pays-d’en-Haut RCM
since 2004
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Retired from the business world since a few years ago, Lucien Baril, with 30 years of experience in management and development, is well-versed in administration, sales and marketing at the local and international levels. A motivator and a born-leader, Lucien knows how to observe and is attentive to the needs of others.

Martine Paiement Mentor in the Pays-d’en-Haut RCM
since 2004
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A lawyer for more than 20 years, Martine Paiement is equally at ease working in the Laurentians, in the Greater Montreal Area and in Dubai. An experienced teacher, she loves challenges and can best be described as an energetic, proactive, innovative and passionate businesswoman.

Aviram Muller Mentor in the Pays-d'en-Haut RCM
since 2005
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Owner of Karajaal design aquatique Inc., Aviram focuses on the creation, design and delivery of water sculptures and artworks, along with architectural fountains. With his expertise as regards the transition from artist to entrepreneur, as a mentor, his wish is to share his vast knowledge with young firms. An avid listener, full of empathy and enthusiasm, Aviram demonstrates a great openness toward the ideas of others.

Léo Bourget Mentor in the Pays-d’en-Haut RCM
since 2005
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A professional accountant, Léo Bourget was a business executive for over 15 years, working in the field of business development in North America. As he doesn’t like the word “retired”, he describes himself as "one-step removed from the business world" in order to embrace another career that permits sharing with others. Léo is now a lecturer on the environment and an educator on composting and, if he is a mentor today, it is simply to give back to society what she has so generously bestowed upon him. He hopes that young entrepreneurs will avoid certain errors. An enthusiast, he involves himself wholeheartedly and always tries to bring forth solutions.
   

After managing more than 20 employees and spending over 40 years in the sports trade, and as a ski instructor, Jacque Champoux has finally handed over the reins in order to travel and participate in sport activities! As he had a mentor when he started, he now wants someone else to profit from his experience. His strong points are customer service and summing up. Jacque is best described as a persevering go-getter and, of course, an excellent salesman.

Lucien Le Nôtre Mentor in the Pays-d’en-Haut RCM
since 2006
Not twinned

Education, and business management consultant for many years for companies such as Air Canada, Lucien, now retired, participates in all council sessions in order to keep up-to-date on municipal affairs. Why become a mentor? Simply to share his experience and his knowledge. Lucien is best described as methodical and caring, always striving to push the envelope and find solutions to problems.

François Gohier Mentor in the Laurentians RCM
since 2007
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An MBA from Concordia, this marketing specialist has worked alongside executives for more than 25 years. His strength lies in business development, marketing, and strategic planning. His interests are varied; he greatly appreciates the Laurentians and all the outdoor activities the region has to offer. He is an excellent listener and is actively involved in regional non-profit organizations.

Richard Daoust Mentor in the Laurentian RCM
since 2008
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Intrapreneur in various sectors of “Centre de santé et de services sociaux” (CSSS), Richard Daoust, with more than 30 years of experience, is a business and project developer and a crisis manager. Equipped with great skills for analysing and listening, Richard loves new projects. Now retired and heavily involved, he wants to share his expertise and socialize with others.

Alain Houde Mentor in the Laurentian RCM
since 2008
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A tourism industry veteran with 18 years of experience, Alain Houde is keenly interested in project development, marketing, and implementation.  For Alain, the most motivating aspect of entrepreneurship is the challenge of project creation: he loves to start with a blank slate and build an idea. He is optimistic, curious, and positive; in short, a person who is accessible and open-minded.  Alain believes the most important task of a mentor is to listen attentively and to propose viable solutions.

Mario Cloutier
Mentor in MRC des Laurentides
since 2008 Twinned

Highly experienced in the fields of business development, communications, and marketing at both the regional and national levels, Mario Cloutier currently runs his own small business that thinks big! When it comes to management style, he considers himself to be a versatile multi-tasker who quickly pinpoints opportunities and finds solutions. Mario sees mentorship as an invaluable opportunity to teach and to learn.  In his opinion, mentorship is the greatest legacy that one can share and, quite often, it’s the little things and simple gestures that bring about great results.

Robert Boivin Mentor in the Pays-d’en-Haut RCM
since 2008
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He has always worked in the field of Sales & Marketing, mainly in the pulp and paper industry. For a while, with two associates, he was also owner of his own business… quite an achievement! With 20 years of experience in sales and 10 in marketing, immensely gifted in interpersonal relations, he now wants to coach and monitor a young entrepreneur in the first stages of his development, both at the business and personal support levels. As he was helped in his personal and professional development, he now believes that the time to “Pay It Forward” has come.

Roméo La Branche Mentor in MRC des Laurentides
since 2009
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After 22 years of managing private clinics, Roméo La Branche, PhD. Dr. in Philosophy, decided to become a mentor in order to give back for all of the guidance that he has received over the course of his brilliant career. For ten years, he and his wife owned private villas in Acapulco, after which he then returned to Montréal where he obtained his real estate license.  Roméo is a light-hearted and generous man who is known for his great energy and integrity - just ask anyone who has worked with him!  His mantra: “Stay positive”.

Garry Andrus Mentor in the Pays-d’en-Haut RCM
since 2010
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With 43 years of experience in operations and procurement, Garry Andrus has collaborated with OEMs as well as small- and medium-sized businesses across Québec, Ontario, and the United States.  He has also worked with American consulting firms.  He loves to listen, promote teamwork, and offer alternatives for conflict resolution. He looks forward to sharing the benefits of his experience with other entrepreneurs as a mentor.

Louise Lapointe Mentor in the Pays-d’en-Haut RCM
since 2010
Not twinned

A management consultant and entrepreneur for the last ten years, Louise Lapointe leads task groups to clearly define their corporate visions and actions in a concerted, strategic way. She has developed a keen expertise as a training consultant, teacher, and manager over the last twenty years.  A dedicated and involved individual, Louise wishes to support regional socio-economic development by putting her analytical, organizational, and leadership skills at the service of other entrepreneurs.