Groupe Germain hotels: A success story built on family
The history of the Groupe Germain hotels is deeply rooted in family. Founded in 1957, the business leadership has spanned three generations to include Marie-Pier Germain (EMBA’16) who looks to her mother and uncle as role models.
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Canada: An appealing option for MBA grads
With a relaxed visa regime and strong job market, Canada has emerged as an excellent option for many prospective MBA students. Adam Halpert (MBA’10), Associate Director of MBA Career Services, cites Canada’s embrace of diversity as a contributing factor.
“Canada’s multicultural landscape also makes it a very unique destination for international candidates to get an education and secure employment afterwards without fear of discrimination,” he says.
All in the family: A BCom alums entrepreneurial journey
Neil Cuggy (BCom’10), President and COO of Goodfood, comes from a long line of entrepreneurs and credits his success to an unceasing drive to overcome obstacles, as they will inevitably arise in any business venture.
The starship captain on artistic entrepreneurship
William Shatner (BCom'52, DLitt'11) dishes on what it means to be an artist entrepreneur, his unconventional approach to learning while in university, and the importance of failure.
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IMHL alumna on reforming health care
Susan DeVore (IMHL’10), CEO Premier Healthcare Alliance, discusses how her company is working to improve the health-care system in the U.S.
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Opening doors for minority business owners
Sociétés d’aide au développement des collectivités (SADC) recently announced the launch of a new fund designated to support woman- and aboriginal-owned businesses.
In attendance was Manon Jeannotte (EMBA’16), Chief of the Micmac Nation of Gespeg.
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The world is your oyster according to EMBA alumna
Marie-Josée Desrochers (EMBA’14), Chief Operating Officer of the Montreal Symphony Orchestra, sits down with Professor Karl Moore to reflect on her early life working in her parents’ business and the many, diverse paths that young professionals can take in the modern work world.
TeamMTL: A winning standout at Solar Decathlon China competition
TeamMTL, a collaboration between students and faculty from McGill University and Concordia University, competed against 22 international teams to construct the best solar-powered house.
Setting a winning record, the team won first prize in three categories, including Market Appeal, to which Roman Celac (BCom ’18) and Jiawei Lin (MBA ’18) were instrumental.
Insights from an inspiring business leader
Kimberly Cosgrove (EMBA’10), Vice-president of Construction Cogela Inc. reflects on her roots, her career path to-date, and how the EMBA program helped her reach her potential.
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Young Africa shows promise in sciences and entrepreneurship
Thierry Zomahoun (EMBA’11), Founding Executive Director and President and CEO of African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS), shares his vision for the future of science education across the African continent and the strides made since the inaugural Next Einstein Forum.
EMBA alumnus among ones to watch in Canadian law
Guillaume Lavoie (EMBA’16) has been named among Canadian Lawyer’s Top 25 Most Influential in the Young Influencer category.
This annual recognition highlights some of the important work that jurists have done over the last 18 months.
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MBA alumnus new Bombardier COO
Effective September 15, 2018, Danny Di Perna (MBA’97) will take on the role of Chief Operating Officer – Aerospace at Bombardier.
In this new position, Di Perna will report directly to Alain Bellemare, President and Chief Executive Officer, Bombardier Inc. and will be responsible for leading the company’s aerospace engineering, procurement and transformation functions.
Microcredit as a driving economic force
In Quebec, thousands of small enterprises owe their very existence to the ability to access microcredit.
Much like in the rest of the world, microcredit has become an effective way of growing the economy and even combatting poverty.
As Executive Director of ACEM Microcrédit Montréal, Indu Krishnamurthy (EMBA’15) shares her perspective on this vital economic resource.
Leadership on Canada’s Olympic Committee
Eric Myles (EMBA’11), Executive Director, Sport at Canadian Olympic Committee, recently sat down with RDS to discuss his take on leadership, the importance of bringing cohesion among key stakeholders, and some of his proudest accomplishments, including the recent unveiling of an immersive Olympic exhibition.
Montreal housing prices on the rise
The average cost of a home in Montreal has increased by 5.9% from last year, far exceeding Canadian growth averages.
Dominic St-Pierre (EMBA’15), Senior Director Quebec Region for Royal LePage, comments on what lies behind these numbers, stating that Quebec’s robust economy and employment market might have contributed.
