CEO - FOUNDER

Expert in the development of business and government relations

Yaye Peukassa

An expert in business development, strategic partnerships and government relations, Yaye Peukassa has a degree in human sciences with a major in history. Mr. Peukassa has solid experience in business development, government relations and corporate financing. In the past, he was an entrepreneurship and employability consultant and the sole representative of the Ontario Economic Society (SEO) in Northwestern Ontario. Then administrator of an economic immigration program funded in part by the federal government of Canada. He then embarked on political administration at the municipal level as head of business development and partnerships for the Association of Francophone Municipalities of Ontario (AFMO). He then administered a portfolio of more than 56 municipalities, including the city of Toronto and Ottawa. This makes its network one of the strongest in the industry. The projects on which Mr. Peukassa has worked have for the most part been the subject of media coverage. Mr. Peukassa's experience led him to be elected to the board of directors of the National Capital Business Association (RGA).

Director, Public Relations & Government Affairs.

Marie-Pier Lévesque

Marie-Pier Lévesque, an accomplished legal professional, holds bachelor's degrees in civil law and law. Her expertise spans regulatory, corporate, private international and public law, with a strategic, client-focused approach. Marie-Pier excels at solving complex legal challenges, achieving favorable results. A corporate ambassador, she supports sustainable business practices and social responsibility, bridging the gap between legal frameworks and business objectives. Bilingual, she works in multicultural environments, promoting inclusion and diversity, and is active in community service.

Expert in vocational and technical training and communication

Claude Harvey

Based in Quebec, with degrees in international relations and professional ethics, he has held a number of management positions, particularly in vocational and technical training and higher education. For 17 years, he directed general and vocational colleges in the province of Quebec. In this capacity, he was a pioneer in the internationalization of colleges. His college signed the first double-diploma agreements with French lycées. He has been interested in Africa since his university days, and has had the opportunity to travel there on several occasions to create partnerships and participate in the creation of higher technician training establishments in Cameroon and Morocco. From 2015 to 2017, he directed the Réseau des Cégeps et Collèges Francophones du Canada (RCCFC). He has acquired in-depth knowledge of the Canadian Francophonie and of the vocational and technical training ecosystem across the country. He has served on the Board of RISQ, the Internet network of Quebec colleges and universities, as well as the Association québécoise de pédagogie collégiale. He co-chaired PERFORMA with Université de Sherbrooke, the provider of teacher training at the college level. A strategic advisor since 2017, he has completed several assignments in Africa (Togo, Benin, Côte d'Ivoire) with the Canadian cooperation organization Catalyste+.

Expert in economic development import/export region

STEPHANE PIPON

Stéphane Pipon, with 30 years' experience in business development and investment, excels in strategic consulting for complex short- and long-term transactions. His career spans new business management and geographic expansion, demonstrating passion, autonomy and resilience. Renowned for his extensive networks, he delivers innovative integrated solutions in energy, environment, transportation, mobility, climate change, manufacturing, government, territory and city, with expertise in strategy, investment, customer acquisition, leadership, lobbying, strategic alliances, information technology, DeepTech, artificial intelligence, cloud, mobility, cybersecurity and import-export.

Marketing & Communications Project Manager

Daniel KAMGA

A graduate of the École Polytechnique de Douala, Daniel has solid experience in project management. Having worked with organizations of various sizes in Central Africa, he has contributed to the effective deployment of several initiatives in the sub-region. Currently Project Manager at Pont Bridge, he draws on strong leadership, effective communication and rapid problem-solving skills to orchestrate the company's continental operations. His contribution contributes significantly to the company's ongoing success.