Jacques Duchesne

Chief Information Officer (CIO)

Jacques Duchesne, a recognized figure in the industry, has more than 30 years of experience in information technology (IT), including five years dedicated to information security. His professional career has led him to develop recognized expertise in large corporate environments such as Desjardins, Hydro-Québec, SAQ, TD Insurance, and numerous SMEs. He has worked in very diversified sectors such as financial services, manufacturing, and professional services.

He is committed to support decision-makers in optimizing their return on investment in IT, creating value, and strengthening their security posture in the face of growing cyber threats. Jacques stands out for his strong sense of accountability and unwavering commitment to achieving business objectives. His rich and diverse experience includes strategic roles such as Vice President of IT within a fast-growing organization, where he led the integration of several business acquisitions per year. This experience allowed him to develop an in-depth understanding of the issues related to the strategic alignment of IT with business objectives and the effective management of complex IT environments.

Throughout his career, Jacques has constantly emphasized continuing education to stay at the cutting edge of technology. He holds cybersecurity certifications from the most recognized organizations, affirming his commitment to maintaining and improving his skills in a constantly evolving field.

Jacques Duchesne is involved with community organizations to help them with their technological challenges. Passionate about sharing his expertise, he supports these organizations in adopting effective and accessible solutions or in optimizing their current tools and processes to help them better serve their mission.

Convinced that technology can be a powerful social lever, he is committed to creating a positive impact by equipping communities to thrive in a constantly evolving digital world.