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With more than 30 years of experience, he is a seasoned executive leader, recognized for his expertise in organizational transformation, financial performance, and talent development. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Mouvement Desjardins, he successfully led large-scale technology and operational projects, generating significant gains in efficiency and results. He played a key role in modernization, notably by orchestrating the integration of technological innovations powered by artificial intelligence. <br\/> <br\/>Recognized for his ability to balance excellence and humanity, he knows how to mobilize teams and steer action toward tangible results, in a spirit of supportive collaboration. Values perfectly aligned with ours. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph\">In a context of growth, this is exactly the leadership Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 VIA needs to support its transformation and development. 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