A multidisciplinary team with a human perspective

Alexis specializes in GHG quantification and ESG integration. He holds a bachelor's degree in environmental sciences from McGill University and a master's degree in environment and sustainable development from Université de Montréal. He now works on GHG inventories, life cycle assessments, and reporting exercises for organizations across a wide range of sectors. Alexis draws on his analytical rigour, his understanding of GHG quantification standards, and his ability to structure complex models to deliver analyses that support decision-making. Curious and proactive, he keeps up to date with best practices in corporate responsibility in order to offer recommendations tailored to his clients' business realities.

A graduate in commerce with a specialization in finance from Concordia University's John Molson School of Business, Antoine is passionate about Quebec's flagship companies, meaningful human relationships, corporate strategy, and sustainable value creation. He has spent more than a decade as a business strategist advising organizations of all sizes across Quebec's main economic sectors. A facilitator of strategic retreats, executive coach, and speaker, he works in particular on leadership, strategy, and organizational transformation issues. He stands out for his ability to create stimulating spaces for reflection and to turn complex discussions into clear, mobilizing directions.

Basak combines expertise in LCA, carbon and water footprinting with strong data analysis skills, serving organizations in the agri-food sector in particular. A doctoral candidate in Sustainability Management at the University of Waterloo, where she also holds a master's degree, her research focuses on the environmental and nutritional impacts of food consumption in Canada. Before joining Agéco in 2024, she spent several years as a key account manager in multinational companies, where she developed solid expertise in project management, strategic analysis, and business intelligence. Recognized for her rigour and critical thinking, she brings a systemic perspective that is essential to building robust approaches.

An engineer who graduated from EPF in France and holds a master's degree in civil engineering from Université de Sherbrooke, Bastien is an expert in LCA and GHG quantification. He supports organizations in structuring their decarbonization approaches, particularly in the building, agri-food, services, and natural resources sectors. He also teaches LCA and sustainable development at Université de Sherbrooke. Recognized for his structured thinking and his ability to mobilize teams, he acts as the internal reference on climate change and scientific quality.

Holder of a doctorate in economics, Bertrand has a background in research, then as a risk manager and economist-strategist in the banking sector, which has enabled him to develop expertise in agricultural economics, financing, international trade, and strategic analysis of agri-food value chains. He also contributes to strategic foresight work and sits on bodies related to agricultural economics and accounting standards. His extensive network in the agricultural and agri-food community feeds a nuanced understanding of the ecosystems and trends shaping these sectors. He stands out for his ability to put complex issues into perspective and to identify structuring courses of action.

A graduate in agronomy and holder of a master's degree in animal sciences from Université Laval, Camille specializes in sustainability issues applied to the agri-food sector, particularly the assessment of farming practices and the adaptation of farms to climate change. Her expertise focuses in particular on the dairy sector and on participatory approaches with stakeholders in the field. She combines agronomic knowledge, data analysis, and stakeholder support. She stands out for her ease in explaining technical and scientific issues in plain language and in fostering constructive exchanges with players in the agricultural sector.

An agricultural economist, Catherine has been with Agéco since 2001, after working at La Financière agricole du Québec. A recognized specialist in agricultural economics and policy, Catherine stands out for her strength in project ideation, her critical thinking, and her strategic insights aimed at supporting organizations in the agri-food sector. Her areas of specialization include economic and political analysis of the agri-food sector, collective marketing of agricultural products, international trade, and energy issues. Catherine is a renowned and highly sought-after speaker in Quebec's agricultural sector. She occasionally lectures at Université Laval in the Department of Agri-Food Economics and Consumer Sciences.

A mechanical engineer with a master's degree in environmental management from Université de Sherbrooke, Catherine held coordination and management positions in energy and climate change at Resolute Forest Products. She joined Agéco in 2025, where she structures decarbonization approaches adapted to the operational realities of the manufacturing, wood, energy, and natural resources sectors. She works in particular on GHG inventories, LCAs, and science-based reduction strategies (SBTi). Her strategic thinking and strong ability to explain complex concepts make her a valuable resource for her clients.

At Agéco since 2020, Cédéanne is an architect by training with many years of experience in sustainable development strategy. Her career began in architecture firms, where she developed expertise in sustainable design, before specializing in corporate responsibility, particularly responsible procurement. From 2014 to 2020, she led social responsibility at the SAQ, contributing to strategic planning and the monitoring of action plans. She now manages strategic mandates in a variety of sectors, including agri-food, finance, and services, and draws on her expertise in ESG frameworks (GRI, SASB, ISSB, CSRD). She is recognized for her communication talents and her ability to synthesize information and mobilize stakeholders.

Charlotte is a biologist specializing in environmental toxicology and holds a master's degree in environmental engineering from ÉTS. She has worked on a variety of projects, including GHG inventories, LCAs, and environmental product declarations, in sectors such as agri-food, packaging, wood, manufacturing, services, and energy. Her career path has allowed her to develop her creativity and her science communication skills, which she uses to translate technical analyses into accessible results. Charlotte stands out for her ability to build trusting relationships, thanks to her active listening and clear communication, as well as for her thoroughness and attention to detail.

Elsa has been contributing to Agéco's mission since 2019. She supports organizations of various sizes and sectors in integrating sustainable development into their strategies and operations. With a background in industrial engineering, chemistry, and chemical engineering, she holds a master's degree in industrial engineering from Polytechnique Montréal, completed at CIRAIG. She specializes in LCA, GHG inventories, responsible procurement, and eco-design. She also designs and facilitates training sessions on these issues. She stands out for her active listening, her adaptability, and her strong ability to explain complex subjects in plain language, as well as for her passion for building trusting relationships.

Florence holds a bachelor's degree in economics as well as a bachelor's degree in public affairs and international relations from Université Laval. She is currently pursuing a master's degree in rural economics at the same university, where she is deepening her understanding of the economic, regulatory, and trade issues facing the agri-food sector. Her multidisciplinary background gives her both an analytical and a strategic view of issues related to business development and market dynamics. Recognized for her ability to synthesize information and to explain complex concepts in plain language, Florence stands out for her aptitude for structuring clear and relevant analyses for a variety of audiences.

Geneviève holds a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in chemical engineering from Polytechnique Montréal. She first worked with the NSERC Industrial Chair in site remediation bioprocesses, where she designed treatment systems, developed contaminated site management strategies, and created decision-support tools. In 2004, she joined the CIRAIG team, where she developed in-depth expertise in LCA and carried out a multitude of research projects in collaboration with various public and industrial organizations. Since 2017, Geneviève has been working with Agéco as an LCA specialist and as a multidisciplinary technical resource.

A physics engineer by training, Hugues holds a master's degree in LCA and sustainable transition from CIRAIG (Polytechnique Montréal), where he also worked as an analyst for more than six years. He joined Agéco in 2018. A specialist in the ISO 14040-44 standards, he is a recognized verifier of environmental product declarations (CSA program) and an experienced critical reviewer, with several dozen reviews to his credit. Over the course of more than one hundred mandates, he has developed extensive expertise in LCA, GHG inventories, circular economy, and environmental attribute analysis. A seasoned trainer, he combines scientific rigour with an innovative mindset to translate complex analyses into concrete results and to contribute to the evolution of methodologies.

An agricultural economist by training, Isabelle was the first person to join the Agéco adventure when it was founded in 2000. Isabelle is appreciated for her communication skills and her ability to provide strategic support. The agri-food sector has been in her blood since childhood; she enjoys taking part in the sustainable shift of this noble field that nourishes people in many ways. Isabelle also plays a mentoring role within the Agéco team and brings her own colour to the organization. She likes to see herself as taking part in the company's "permaculture": making it a harmonious, productive, self-sufficient work ecosystem, naturally regenerated and respectful of nature and of its team.

A mechanical and materials engineer with master's degrees from École des Mines d'Alès and Polytechnique Montréal, Jean-Charles specializes in LCA and sustainable construction and contributes to building LCAs as well as environmental product declarations for materials such as aluminum, steel, and wood. He also takes part in the development of interactive tools. His experience in consulting and in developing LCA data for Canadian construction materials enriches his understanding of the sector's issues. A member of Bâtiment durable Québec, he stands out for his rigour and his team spirit.

An agricultural economist, Jean-Michel joined Agéco in 2011. He has gained extensive experience in the fields of agricultural policy and international trade. An expert in corporate responsibility applied to the agri-food sector, Jean-Michel has taken part in several Canadian and European projects involving the review, analysis, and development of sustainability standards. Over the years, he has also contributed to the development and implementation of new approaches to assessing and reporting on sustainable development performance in a holistic manner, including the social life cycle assessment methodology. An experienced communicator, Jean-Michel has been invited since 2009 to speak at various events on topics of interest to the agri-food industry worldwide.

Jean-Philippe is a construction engineer with a master's degree in environmental management from Université de Sherbrooke. He specializes in environmental impact analysis and in decarbonization strategies for operations and value chains. Before joining Agéco, he spent more than five years as a senior advisor in sustainable development strategy. In that role, he supported organizations from a variety of sectors in structuring their sustainable development approaches, including the development of strategic planning and stakeholder engagement. He also acted as technical lead for carbon quantification and decarbonization strategy mandates. He stands out for his ability to explain complex issues in plain language and his aptitude for mobilizing stakeholders around concrete solutions.

Jeanne contributes to the organization's positioning and visibility while supporting companies in integrating sustainability issues into their business priorities. Holder of a master's degree in management, she led sustainable development strategic planning and the implementation of ESG governance within a large Canadian agri-food organization, in addition to being involved in major acquisition and corporate transformation projects. Over the years, she has developed a diverse network of sustainable development players, an essential asset for designing integrated approaches. Her expertise in communications, combined with her expertise in corporate responsibility, allows her to propose concrete, structured solutions adapted to operational realities.

At Agéco since 2025, Jesse combines solid expertise in sustainable finance and ESG integration with many years of experience on agricultural issues and climate change. He holds a bachelor's degree in finance from Université de Moncton, a master's degree in business administration, social and environmental responsibility of organizations from Université Laval, as well as a graduate certificate in real estate appraisal from the Sauder School of Business (UBC). Before joining Agéco, he led several large-scale projects, including the development of ESG reports and the calculation of GHG emissions for financial institutions' loan portfolios. Jesse stands out for his strategic and creative thinking as well as his strong capacity for active listening, which he draws on to propose solutions aligned with his clients' business objectives.

A sustainable development strategist and chemical engineer by training, Julie-Anne specializes in integrating environmental and social issues into business models. Holder of a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering from Polytechnique Montréal, she held key positions at Quantis Canada and CIRAIG, notably as senior LCA analyst and director of business development. She has developed unique expertise in the agri-food, manufacturing, and sustainable building sectors. Julie-Anne is a leader in the sustainable construction sector. President of Bâtiment durable Québec for eight years, she drove long-term strategic directions for the organization. A trainer, regular speaker, and recognized mentor, she actively supports the talents on her team in their professional development.

A specialist in circular economy and LCA, Julien is a civil engineer with a master's degree in chemical engineering. He developed applied expertise in industrial circularity and resource optimization during his professional experience at CTTÉI. He has carried out numerous mandates in circular economy, LCA, and GHG inventories in a variety of sectors, including packaging, manufacturing, and finance, and sits as an expert on the ISO TC 323 committee on the circular economy. PMP accredited, Julien is recognized for his ability to structure and deliver complex projects efficiently, as well as for his creativity in developing tailor-made methodologies.

Kristelle is an economist by training, holding a master's degree in economics from the University of Warwick (United Kingdom) and a bachelor's degree in business administration from HEC Montréal. At Agéco since 2020, she leads and carries out various studies aimed at building knowledge and promoting the adoption of practices that contribute to the economic, social, and environmental vitality of Quebec and Canada. Before joining Agéco, she worked for nearly 10 years at the Conference Board of Canada, where she conceptualized and led numerous studies for public and private clients. She notably produced an overview of aluminum scrap recycling and a study on the integration of GHG criteria into public tenders. Kristelle stands out for her holistic understanding of economic, social, and environmental issues.

A graduate with a master's degree in international management in France, Marine began her career in international talent acquisition before moving on to managing HR teams in start-up and high-growth company settings. She notably took part in establishing two business locations in Canada for a French company, supporting the teams both on the HR operational side and in change management. She now plays a key role in strategic planning and talent management at Agéco, in addition to contributing to various internal committees. Marine stands out for her ability to structure and lead organizational change projects, as well as for her natural kindness and her concern for the well-being of talent.

Holder of a master's degree in management and sustainable development from HEC Montréal, Marine supports the business development team and carries out strategic advisory mandates. She works in particular on structuring corporate responsibility and responsible procurement approaches, including conducting best practice benchmarking and developing structuring documents or decision-support tools. Her experience with organizations in the services, aerospace, and finance sectors has enabled her to develop expertise in supply chain resilience issues. Marine stands out for her rigour, her adaptability, and her collaborative spirit, which she draws on in seeking pragmatic solutions aligned with organizations' business realities.

With an eclectic background and diverse training - from kinesiology to accounting by way of event management - Marylie chose to put her expertise at Agéco's service. With solid experience in corporate accounting, enriched by time spent in a firm, she stands out for her versatility and efficiency. Passionate and determined, Marylie juggles numbers just as well as her many interests: sports, animals, and the great outdoors. Her contagious energy and dynamism make her a true driving force in the Quebec City office. Always eager for new challenges and further development, she embodies a human approach to work that resonates fully with Agéco's values.

With an international background spanning France, Australia, and Quebec, Océane holds a bachelor's degree in human resources management and a BTS in hospitality and restaurant management. She combines experience in administration, HR management, customer service, and office management. She contributes to projects in organizational optimization, talent management, and culture development. Her career path has allowed her to develop a strong ability to adapt to different professional environments. She stands out for her dynamism, her proactiveness, her service orientation, and her constant pursuit of added value for the team.

A graduate with a master's degree in agricultural economics, Raphaël worked for nearly seven years as a senior loan analyst at Farm Credit Canada. Raphaël stands out for his strong intellectual curiosity, his analytical mind, and his ability to synthesize information. He is particularly interested in agri-food policy, sustainable food systems, and agri-environmental issues. His experience in financing has given him a nuanced understanding of Quebec's agri-food system as well as the challenges facing its various players. He specializes in particular in quantitative data analysis, risk analysis, and the development of decision-support tools.

An agricultural economist by training, Rosalie-Maude has been with Agéco since 2007. Her areas of expertise are market, opportunity, and feasibility studies, sector diagnostics, strategic planning, as well as regulatory analyses related to the framework governing environmental practices and working conditions. Rosalie has in-depth knowledge of several sectors, including poultry and eggs, ornamental horticulture, alcoholic beverages, and emerging productions. She is particularly effective in her mastery of qualitative approaches as well as data research and analysis. Her keen insight into consumption trends and her fine knowledge of market data, particularly in the agri-food sector, enable her to offer personalized support.

Holder of a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering and a master's degree in environmental engineering sciences from Concordia University, Saghar specializes in LCA and GHG quantification. LEED Green Associate certified, she works in particular in the agri-food, energy, and sustainable building sectors. At Agéco, she carries out numerous LCAs in these sectors and has a strong command of data collection and analysis tools. Recognized for her ability to structure and present information clearly and in a way that meets client expectations, Saghar excels in communication and collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.

Sandrine is a geographer by training and holds a master's degree in environmental sciences from Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières. She worked for five years at the Centre d'innovation sociale en agriculture (CISA), where she coordinated numerous research projects, notably in the areas of on-farm waste management, territorial food systems, farm succession and establishment, and urban agriculture. Sandrine has in-depth expertise in qualitative research methods and open innovation approaches, including living labs and participatory action research. She has developed strong skills in facilitating focus groups, reflection workshops, and individual interviews. Sandrine is recognized for her strong interpersonal skills, which facilitate collaboration among stakeholders whose interests are sometimes difficult to reconcile.

Sarah specializes in LCA, environmental certifications, and decarbonization strategies. A graduate of École des Mines de Nancy (France) and holder of a master's degree in geoengineering, she specialized in LCA during a semester in Norway. Before joining Agéco, she worked for five years in an international engineering consultancy in Paris as an environmental building design engineer. She has advanced expertise in impact modelling, environmental product declarations, and GHG inventories, notably for the construction, manufacturing, and natural resources sectors. She volunteers with Bâtiment durable Québec. Recognized for her strategic thinking and rigour, she excels at explaining complex technical analyses in plain language.

Simon graduated with a bachelor's degree in agricultural economics from McGill University and completed a master's degree in management and sustainable development at HEC. Previously, he worked for four years in an agri-environmental advisory club, taking part in applied and research projects in vegetable and small fruit production. Also holding a college diploma in farm business management and technology, he contributed to a vegetable, maple syrup, and beekeeping production project, which gives him solid field experience useful for understanding the issues facing the agri-food sector. Simon combines a strong command of agricultural practices, an analytical mind, and business acumen, which he develops from a sustainability perspective, and collaborates on a variety of mandates within the team.

Véronique applies her expertise in accounting, finance, and administration to support sound financial management and organizational performance. Her background is grounded in university studies in accounting at the Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM) and in experience gained across a range of industries. She brings solid expertise in the preparation and analysis of financial statements, budget management, internal controls, regulatory compliance, and process optimization. She has also supervised teams, led a variety of projects, and supported organizations in addressing their financial and operational challenges. Recognized for her thoroughness, analytical mindset, and collaborative approach, Véronique helps inform decision-making and supports the achievement of strategic objectives.