Police departments in need of reform, says EMBA alumnus
Protestors across the world are calling for the dismantling of the police force, but for Longueuil police chief and Desautels alumnus Fady Dagher (EMBA鈥�12), police departments need to be reformed to develop a culture of proximity within their communities.
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Reducing the racial divide through economic emancipation
In 2013, EMBA alumnus Frantz Saintellemy (EMBA鈥�20) co-founded startup incubator Groupe 3737 to help facilitate the economic emancipation of diverse communities.
Now facing economic uncertainty, Saintellemy would like to see concrete actions from government agencies and large corporations in supporting businesses like Groupe 3737 that aim to bridge the racial divide.
National Bank appoints EMBA alumna as Chief Information Officer
EMBA alumna Julie L茅vesque (EMBA鈥�16) has been promoted to Chief Information Officer at National Bank. L茅vesque brings an abundance of experience to the table, having held various executive roles in IT at National Bank and the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board across her extensive career.
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How great leaders act in times of crisis
COVID-19 has been an exercise in crisis management for leaders across the global. Two EMBA graduates Monika Ille (EMBA鈥�20) and Richard Lacombe (EMBA鈥�20) credit the EMBA program for giving them the tools needed to lead during the crisis.
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The benefits of studying a bilingual course
For Marie-Pier Bergevin (EMBA鈥�19), Senior Director in Sponsorship and Brand Engagement at BMO North America, enrolling in a bilingual program was an opportunity to strengthen her leadership skills, transfer knowledge and gain new perspectives.
During her 成人VR视频-HEC Montr茅al EMBA, Bergevin made it her mission to only present in English, giving her the confidence to present in her job.
EMBA program inspires entrepreneur Claire Hayek
When EMBA alumna Claire Hayek (EMBA鈥�15) was told that her engineering role would be abolished, she took the opportunity to pursue her dream of starting her own business.
Merging her experience as an engineer, manager and singer-songwriter, Hayek developed MSP Teambuilding.
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Desautels alumnus Fady Dagher aims to reduce police biases
For Longueuil police chief and Desautels alumnus Fady Dagher (EMBA鈥�12), providing his staff with adequate exposure to vulnerable communities in Montreal is an important step in reducing prejudices.
Through daily exposure to Muslim communities, people suffering from mental health problems, and children with autism, the Longueuil police staff will gain the experience needed to bring an element of human services to their role.
EMBA participant Jason Taylor on the rise of ESG practices
Sustainable investing is transforming the global finance landscape, with companies that switch to greener initiatives gaining popularity. 成人VR视频-HEC Montr茅al EMBA participant Jason Taylor (EMBA鈥�19) comments on the increased transparency of companies reporting on their environment, social and governance (ESG) rating.
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EMBA participant Kate Arthur takes home innovative leader award
成人VR视频-HEC Montr茅al EMBA participant Kate Arthur (EMBA鈥�21) has received the Digital Finance Institute鈥檚 Visa Entrepreneur/Innovation Leader of the Year Award. Kate is the founder and CEO of Canadian charity Kids Code Jeunesse, which aims to give every Canadian child access to digital skills education.
EMBA student Fabienne Colas named one of Canada鈥檚 most powerful women
Fabienne Colas (EMBA鈥�2021) has been named one of Canada鈥檚 Most Powerful Women: Top 100鈩� by the Women鈥檚 Executive Network (WXN).
This award recognizes Fabienne鈥檚 dedication to fostering, supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion in the arts and in Canada. Fabienne is currently president and founder of the Fabienne Colas Foundation, and CEO of Zaza Production.
Desautels alumnus heads police initiative to lower rates of sexual exploitation
Longueuil police have proposed a new initiative called 鈥淛ohn School鈥�, which would educate individuals apprehended for soliciting prostitution as an alternative to criminal prosecution. Headed by 成人VR视频 alumnus and chief of Longueuil police Fady Dagher (EMBA鈥�2012), the initiative aims to educate first-time offenders of the realities of the sex trade and reduce rates of reoffending.
Charities struggle to attract younger generations
As charitable organizations across Quebec adapt to changing demographics and technologies, they are looking for new ways to connect with younger generations. 成人VR视频 alumnus and founder and chair of Atypic, Pascal L茅pine (EMBA鈥�2012) comments on the industry鈥檚 challenges of converting younger generations to donators and the increased demand for funding transparency.
EMBA student Monika Ille appointed CEO of Indigenous television network
Monika Ille (EMBA鈥�20) has been appointed CEO of the Aboriginal Peoples Network Television (APNT). With more than 16 years鈥� experience at the network, most recently as the executive director of programming and scheduling, Ille is well-positioned to drive global expansion while adapting to changing viewer habits.
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Enhancing company culture with humour
成人VR视频 Alumna (EMBA鈥�16) and Director General and Founder of the 脡cole nationale de l'humour Louise Richer positions humour as an effective management tool, emphasizing its ability to encourage communication, enhance productivity, and defuse tension in the workplace.
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EMBA student helps expand Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN)
As the Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) celebrates 20 years on the air, EMBA student Monika Ille reflects on the challenges of increasing viewership. In her role as the APTN鈥檚 general director of programming and the network鈥檚 grid, Monica helps produce content that is broadcast across Canada on four different channels and viewed by 72% of Indigenous聽adults.
