A multidisciplinary team with a human perspective

Alban Pilard holds a bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering from the École d’ingénieurs des Mines Douai (Northern France), and a master’s degree in energy and sustainable development from the École Polytechnique de Montréal. He joined the team in 2020 as a corporate responsibility analyst. Alban has worked in green roof and wall design, and, in 2016, he co-founded WASA Games, a non-profit organization that promotes and encourages sustainable development practises in businesses and among individuals. He has developed game-based training tools (serious games) and has given numerous workshops to raise awareness of environmental, social and economic issues. Alban is well recognized in the social and solidarity economy community for his technical and scientific approach, and for his volunteer involvement in impact projects (Solon, Thésez-vous, WASA Games). Having grown up on a farm, he also has first-hand knowledge of the agricultural environment and a keen interest in construction. Alban is deeply motivated and committed to his professional causes. He decided to join the team to pursue the development of a more sustainable society by equipping companies with concrete, applied solutions.

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alban.pilard@groupeageco.ca
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An experienced environmental scientist and engineer by profession, Baishali Dutta has a master’s and Ph.D. degree from McGill University with a focus in anthropogenic impacts of climate change and environmental sustainability. With several years cultivating her expertise in federal, academic and industry specific milieu, she joined Groupe AGÉCO as a Senior Analyst in 2020.

Baishali brings extensive experience in leading multidisciplinary stakeholder projects with expertise in life cycle assessments, environmental impact assessments and greenhouse gas emission quantification. She applies her knowledge of federal and provincial regulations, research and analysis, project management and technical/proposal writing to build innovative and sustainable solutions in agriculture, renewable energy systems, transportation and agri-food sectors.

Her strengths lie in her analytical skillsets to apply life cycle thinking and tools to explore and to help resolve pressing questions at the interface of energy, food, and society. Her professional goals are to advance scientific and engineering knowledge in the developing field of systems analysis for a sustainable world.

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baishali.dutta@groupeageco.ca
514 439-9724

Bastien Roure is a graduate engineer from EPF (France) and holds a master’s degree in civil engineering from Université de Sherbrooke, within the Interdisciplinary Research Laboratory in Life Cycle Assessment and Circular Economy (LIRIDE).

He joined AGECO Group in March 2021 as a senior analyst on the corporate responsibility team. His master’s degree explored the integration of sustainable development in engineering education through life cycle assessment tools. Since 2017, he’s applied this approach as a lecturer at Université de Sherbrooke. At the same time, he developed his LCA experience at LIRIDE as a research professional. Bastien has assisted many regional companies and organizations in addressing their environmental challenges and in implementing sustainable solutions supported by LCA.

Bastien is motivated by his desire to contribute to the transition towards a truly sustainable society through reliable analysis for effective change. He is committed to providing professional and quality work while remaining true to his values.

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bastien.roure@groupeageco.ca

Bertrand started his career in France, conducting research on the economy and the organization of livestock sectors in France and the Netherlands through a sustainable development perspective. Upon arriving in Canada in 2003, he worked as a risk manager and an economist and strategist for major Canadian banks in agriculture and agribusinesses lending. He is a member of the Canadian Agricultural Economics Society, the Agricultural Advisory Group of Accounting Standards Board and the Agricultural and Applied Economics Association.

Bertrand brings leading-edge expertise in the funding and development of Canada’s agricultural and agri-food sectors and the international trade of agricultural products. He is also passionate about strategic foresight and is working to develop its use in the agricultural and agri-food world. Through the years, he has built a network of strategic contacts in these sectors, as well as in the academic world.

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bertrand.montel@groupeageco.ca
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Camille Chaudron, a chemical engineer by training, completed a master's degree at the International Reference Centre for the Life Cycle of Products, Services and Processes (CIRAIG) at Polytechnique Montréal. Her research project focused on the cranberry processing industry and allowed her to develop eco-efficiency expertise in the food industry. Later, Camille held a research position at the University of California, Berkeley and studied the impact of water consumption in large American cities. Camille is creative and motivated. She joined the AGÉCO Group to support companies in their sustainable development approach.

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camille.chaudron@groupeageco.ca

Camille has a bachelor’s degree in agronomy and a master’s degree in animal sciences from Laval University. Her particular expertise is the impact of climate change on Quebec dairy farms. She joined Groupe AGÉCO’s team of analysts in 2019.

Camille’s combined agronomic expertise and knowledge of responsible agricultural practices bring a complementary perspective to Groupe AGÉCO’s corporate responsibility work in the agri-food sector. Her ability to summarize complex information in communications with stakeholders is an invaluable asset. Camille works on a broad array of assignments for Groupe AGÉCO, including farm-level best practice evaluations, participatory approaches, providing survey support, and data analysis.

Camille also studied in France during her bachelor’s degree to acquire a broader range of knowledge of other animal production methods.

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camille.payant@groupeageco.ca
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Caterina Rossi has been working in corporate responsibility for almost 10 years. She is a proven expert in the effective implementation of compliance, sustainability, and health and safety programs. She holds a Bachelor of Communication (IULM) and a Master of Management of Sustainable Development and Cooperation Social Enterprises (SDA Bocconi-Milan). She also holds a qualification in accountability from the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI).

Throughout her professional career, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region, Caterina has specialized in an approach based on sustainable operations and supply-chain sustainability. She has the ability to engage stakeholders by acting as an educator and influencer. Her practice has led her to develop extensive experience as a supplier auditor in environmental, health and safety regulatory compliance.

Highly motivated and results-oriented, Caterina brings a creative approach to problem solving. She is an excellent communicator and is fluent in English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish.

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caterina.rossi@groupeageco.ca
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The vice-president of economic studies and a partner since 2009, Catherine Brodeur is an agriculture economist. Before joining Groupe AGÉCO in 2001, she was an analyst at the Financière agricole du Québec.

A leading expert in agricultural economy and policies, Catherine is recognized for her acute project design skills, critical sense and strategic thinking to support organizations in the agri-food sector. She has focused her career on economic and political analysis in the agri-food sector, the collective marketing of agricultural products, international trade and the energy issue.

A noted speaker, Catherine is in strong demand in Québec’s agriculture sector. She is also a lecturer in the Department of Agri-Food Economics and Consumer Sciences at Université Laval.

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catherine.brodeur@groupeageco.ca
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Trained as an architect, Cédéanne Simard worked for professional architectural service firms during several years, where she developed expertise in sustainable construction and buildings. From 2008 to 2014, she then worked as a corporate analyst, where she developed her role and expertise through various projects on social responsibility, including responsible procurement. Cédéanne was the director of corporate social responsibility at Société des Alcools du Québec from 2014 to 2020, a position that allowed her to work on strategic planning for sustainable development issues, the implementation of indicators and targets and the follow-up of the organization’s action plans.

As a LEED accredited professional since 2006, she has worked on more than 15 environmental building certification projects. She joined AGÉCO Group in October 2020 as a senior advisor. Cédéanne is recognized for her communication skills and her ability to adapt. She manages complex projects and always strives to find winning solutions in collaboration with all stakeholders.

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cedeanne.simard@groupeageco.ca

Charlotte La Haye-Côté holds a bachelor's degree in biology with a specialization in environmental toxicology. She also has a communication certificate from UQAM and is currently completing her master's degree in environmental engineering at ÉTS. She joined the team in 2021 as a corporate responsibility analyst.

Charlotte also accompanied a municipality in the management of various environmental management challenges such as implementing the collection of organic matter, felling and the replanting of public trees. This background has given her a hands-on understanding of the business and regulatory environment of the municipal world in regards to the management of environmental issues.

Charlotte joined AGÉCO Group to broaden her areas of expertise in the sustainable building sector and GHG quantification for businesses. Moreover, her master's project gravitates around the impacts of teleworking on an organisation's carbon footprint.

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charlotte.lahaye-cote@groupeageco.ca

Diego Crespel holds a master’s degree in international business from HEC Montreal, along with a bachelor's degree in economics and political science from the Université de Montréal. Between degrees, he worked for an agricultural company in South Africa and Zambia.

After working for economic research organizations during his studies, between 2019 and 2020, Diego joined BDC’s consulting services where he participated in the development of solutions proposed by the institution and supported the delivery team for international expansion mandates. Between 2021 and 2022, he acted as a consultant for Deloitte in strategic planning, market studies and economic feasibility studies.

With family farming roots, he is also passionate about sustainable agriculture. He joined AGÉCO in May 2022 to use his skills and expertise in areas of application and approaches that are more in line with his interests and values.

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diego.crespel@groupeageco.ca

Elin Aakrann holds a bachelor’s degree in economics and business economics from the University of Maastricht in the Netherlands. Since 2019, she has been pursuing a master's degree in management sciences, with a specialization in social and environmental responsibility at ESG UQAM.

She joined Groupe AGÉCO in 2021 as a corporate responsibility analyst. Over the past few years, Elin has gained experience in the collection of regulatory banking data, as well as in the analysis of the quality of supply chains for chocolate products.

Her final master's project focused on linking the social and socio-economic indicators of the Social Life Cycle Assessment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) within the International Reference Center for Life Cycle of Products, Services and Systems (CIRAIG).

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elin.aakrann@groupeageco.ca

Elsa Moawad holds a degree in chemistry and chemical engineering as well as a master’s degree in industrial engineering research from Polytechnique Montréal, which she pursued at the International Reference Centre for the Life Cycle of Products, Processes and Services (CIRAIG).

She joined Groupe AGÉCO in 2019 as a corporate responsibility analyst. With her experience in life cycle assessment (environmental and economic), eco-design, and eco-efficiency, Elsa is a valuable addition to our team. She brings strong presentation skills and is a master in popularizing science.

Elsa is also passionate about human relations and stands out for her ability to build strong professional relationships.

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elsa.moawad@groupeageco.ca
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Gayathri Valappil holds a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, as well as a master’s degree in environmental studies specializing in sustainability management and controlled food production systems from University of Waterloo. She joined Groupe AGÉCO in 2021 as a corporate responsibility analyst.

She has a variety of professional experience in both the public and private sectors. She’s worked in both academic research and industrial research & development in various research areas, such as energy storage and life cycle assessment. She has also worked in engineering project coordination and energy management.

Gayathri contributes to environmental stewardship and sustainability through robust analysis and the development of meaningful solutions.

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gayathri.valappil@groupeageco.ca

Geneviève holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in chemical engineering from Polytechnique Montréal. She first worked with the NSERC Industrial Research Chair in bioprocesses for environmental remediation, designing treatment systems, developing contaminated site management strategies, and implementing decision-support tools.

In 2004, she joined the CIRAIG team as a technical coordinator and senior analyst in life cycle assessment (LCA), and carried out multiple research projects in collaboration with various public and industry organizations. Since 2017, Geneviève has been collaborating with Groupe AGÉCO as an LCA specialist and as a multidisciplinary technical resource.

She is pleased to assist our team members with a wide range of projects. Geneviève loves humans and practices meditation as well as shiatsu.

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genevieve.martineau@groupeageco.ca

An engineer physicist by training, Hugues Imbeault-Tétreault earned a master’s degree from the International Reference Centre for the Life Cycle of Products, Processes and Services (CIRAIG) from Polytechnique Montréal. He then worked as an analyst for over six years and acquired extensive expertise in environmental life cycle assessment (LCA), specifically in the wood products, pulp and paper and tires sectors. In February 2018, he joined Groupe AGÉCO as an analyst. Since February 2021, he is the scientific affairs advisor of the corporate responsibility department.

Through his numerous mandates with various levels of government and businesses, he has also developed expertise in environmental product declaration (EPD), carbon footprint, water footprint, GHG inventories for businesses (scope 3), circular economy, total cost of ownership (TCO) and the monetization of LCA indicators in the sustainable building, agri-food, packaging, and energy transition sectors. Known for his professionalism and thoroughness, he demonstrates his versatility in the implementation of mandates and his curiosity to explore new topics.

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hugues.i-tetreault@groupeageco.ca
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Isabelle Charron is an agro-economist. In 2013, she was appointed president of Groupe AGÉCO, which she joined in 2001 when the firm was founded, and became a partner in 2009.

Isabelle is known for her strong team management, communication and facilitation skills. She specializes in strategic planning, regional development, market studies, labour and corporate responsibility. She has gained cutting-edge expertise in qualitative approaches based on interviews, the conduct of focus groups and guidance for management.

A recognized expert in Québec’s agri-food sector, she has often been called to all four corners of the province to speak at conferences on topics of interest in agri-food. She is a member of the Ordre des agronomes du Québec and sits on the organizing committee of the Perspectives agri-food outlook conference organized by the Centre de référence en agriculture et agroalimentaire du Québec (CRAAQ).

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isabelle.charron@groupeageco.ca
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Jean-Michel Couture is an agricultural economist. He joined Groupe AGÉCO in 2011 as a social life cycle assessment (LCA) analyst. In 2013, he was appointed director of corporate responsibility projects and became a partner. From 2007 to 2009, he was a research professional in the Groupe de recherche en économie et politique agricole (GREPA) at Université Laval. In 2010, he worked as a trainee at the Federal Office for Agriculture (FOAG) in Bern, Switzerland.

Jean-Michel is an expert in social life cycle assessment, specifically in the agriculture and agri-food sectors. He has contributed to methodological developments in the field and carried out a number of mandates for various organizations. As a professional, he is open to new approaches and actively participates in the development and implementation of projects on ecosystem goods and services as well as social benefits—two innovative areas.

Since 2009, Jean-Michel has contributed to expanding the reach of social LCA by speaking at dozens of conferences in Canada and Europe and publishing scientific papers. He also serves as an expert on selection boards and sectoral committees.

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jean-michel.couture@groupeageco.ca
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Julie-Anne has headed the firm’s corporate responsibility service since June 2018, prior to which she was the director of business relations for over three years. She holds a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from Polytechnique Montréal.

Julie-Anne actively contributes to mandates as a content expert and project manager and is a specialist in ISO standards related to environmental life cycle analysis. She provides support to businesses of various sizes and sectors in integrating life cycle thinking in their business processes. Through her work, she has developed a unique expertise in the agri-food and sustainable building sectors, in which she is especially active and recognized.

She joined Quantis Canada when it was founded in 2010 and was with the company until it became part of AGÉCO in March 2015. At Quantis, she was a senior life cycle assessment (LCA) analyst and the director of business development. From 2002 to 2010, she was a member of the CIRAIG (LCA research centre). During her studies, Julie-Anne carried out an international cooperation project in El Salvador. She gained her first experience in the environmental field working for Solvay in Belgium.

Julie-Anne is often invited to speak on environmental LCA topics and is a leading figure in Québec’s sustainable building sector. She has been Chair of the Board of Directors of the Canada Green Building Council (Québec section) since June 2016 and is often called upon to develop and provide training in this sector.

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julie-anne.chayer@groupeageco.ca
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Julien Beaulieu holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Concordia University and a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering from Polytechnique Montréal. He joined the team in 2022 as a corporate responsibility senior analyst.

Previously, he worked as a researcher at the CTTÉI and founded the Research Chair in Industrial and Territorial Ecology in 2019. He participated in the development of the Synergie Québec community, continuing his actions and reflections initiated at the master’s level on the use of machine learning to guide industrial symbioses that bring together companies that value residual materials. The tools he has developed are based on various methodologies such as simplified life cycle analysis, material flow analysis, circularity assessment and environmental accounting. He has also participated in major studies on various subjects such as textiles, industrial GHGs and forest products.

Julien wishes to use his knowledge of the circular economy and his analytical skills to help companies move towards more sustainable practices.

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514 439-9724
julien.beaulieu@groupeageco.ca

Before joining Groupe AGÉCO in 2020, Kristelle worked at the Conference Board of Canada for almost 10 years, conceptualizing and leading numerous studies for clients from both the public and private sectors. She covered a wide range of topics, including international trade and foreign direct investment, firm competitiveness, as well as economic trends for the transport and tourism sectors.

Over the past few years, Kristelle led a major research project in collaboration with Trucking HR Canada aimed at quantifying and finding solutions to Canada’s truck driver labour shortage. In 2017, she was also in charge of producing the report NAFTA 2.0 and Canada, which contained a series of detailed recommendations ahead of the renegotiation of the free trade agreement.

As an economist, Kristelle distinguishes herself by her holistic approach to understanding economic, social and environmental issues. She envisions a future in which the economy is no longer an end in itself, but a platform allowing individuals, organizations and societies to fulfil their aspirations, while ensuring the full protection of the ecosystems they are part of.

Kristelle holds a master’s degree in Economics from the University of Warwick in the United Kingdom and a Bachelor of Business Administration from HEC Montreal.

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kristelle.audet@groupeageco.ca

Madavine Tom is the director of the corporate responsibility department after previously holding the position of analyst at AGÉCO Group since April 2015 and at Quantis Canada from 2011 to 2015. She holds a bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering.

Madavine Tom has worked as an analyst at Groupe AGÉCO since April 2015. She had previously held the position at Quantis Canada since November 2011. She earned a degree in environmental engineering from the University of Guelph (Canada) and carried out two internships in European sustainable development consulting firms as well as one in Zambia with Engineers Without Borders Canada. Always on the lookout for new market requirements and trends, she offers support tailored to each organization in order to align their strategic approach with the latest scientific advances and the evolution of their business environment. Madavine is recognized for her thoroughness and ability to explain complex topics in simple terms.

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madavine.tom@groupeageco.ca
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Marc-Olivier Bessette holds a master's degree in agricultural economics from Laval University in Quebec. He also holds a bachelor's degree in international development and globalization from the University of Ottawa, as well as a Specialized Graduate Diploma in business administration from HEC Montréal. During his studies, Marc-Olivier participated in the development of the poultry sector in Senegal during an international cooperation initiative in addition to working in the management of logistics operations for a Canadian food wholesaler.

During his master, he also worked on different research mandates such as the impact of cognitive biases in economic analysis, food waste in Quebec and the establishment of a northern greenhouse in Nunavut. After his studies, Marc-Olivier joined a regional federation of the Union of Agricultural Producers (UPA) where he participated in multiple mandates requiring economic advice and strategic positioning.

Marc-Olivier joined the ranks of AGÉCO in July 2022 to participate in the intellectual synergy of the agri-food sector. Through his multidisciplinary background and his familiarity with the agricultural world, he casts an informed eye on the socioeconomic components of the agri-food sector.

Trained as an economist, Marie-Ève holds a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in economics from the Université de Sherbrooke. She joined Groupe AGÉCO in October 2018 as an analyst in the economic studies department.

Marie-Ève worked for two years at La Milanaise and Les Moulins de Soulanges where she supported the organization analyzing economic data, coordinating research and development projects, and developing profitability indicators. In 2017–2018, as an economic analyst at the Association québécoise des pharmaciens propriétaires (AQPP), she helped the organization in its use of business intelligence for issues affecting the industry. She helped to build the Association’s position on various issues, based on a reliable and contextualized economic case statement.

Marie-Ève stands out for her expertise in the deployment of surveys—specifically online surveys—and database management. She specializes in the development of collection, data entry and validation tools. In addition to her ability to perform statistical analyses, she designs surveys and polls, develops sampling plans, does programming and validates and manages databases. At Groupe AGÉCO, she has revived her interest in the agri-food sector and her desire to support its development.

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me.lamoureux@groupeageco.ca

Marieke Head has been working with the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) approach in an academic and corporate context for almost 15 years. Trained as a chemical engineer (Queen's University), Marieke also holds a master's degree in environmental policy from the University of Roskilde. She completed her PhD in biogenic carbon in wood products at CIRAIG (the International Reference Center for Life Cycle of Products, Services and Systems) at Polytechnique Montréal in September 2019. She joined Groupe AGÉCO in February 2021.

Marieke worked in the Netherlands for six years as an LCA analyst and consultant at TNO and CE Delft. She also collaborated on several LCA contracts in Montreal for the CIRAIG, the Forêt d'Arden (Coop FA), Natural Resources Canada, the Nature Conservancy and CT Consultant. During these mandates, she conducted dozens of LCA studies in the industrial sectors of agri-food, energy, metals, packaging, infrastructure and waste management. Marieke is a professional who is recognized for her attention to detail and thoroughness.

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marieke.head@groupeageco.ca

With a Master’s degree in International Management from France and a rich background in human resources, Marine joined the AGÉCO team in 2022 as the talent management lead.

Having first specialized in international talent acquisition, she then turned her career towards HR team management in start-up and growing companies. First in Paris and then internationally, Marine actively participated in the creation of two places of business in Canada for a French company, supporting her teams in HR operations and change management.

Marine really cares about the well-being and development of talent. She brings her natural goodwill to the AGÉCO team.

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514 439-9724
marine.hacquart@groupeageco.ca

Mélanie St-Pierre holds a bachelor's degree in communications and a master's degree in management, with a focus on social and environmental responsibility. She joined the AGÉCO Group team in June 2021 as Director of Business Relations. Mélanie has ten years of experience with Cascades, working mainly as a Sustainable Development Consultant.

Her background has led her to develop a variety of skills in supporting projects and strategic approaches to corporate responsibility, from defining targets and action plans to ESG (environmental, social and governance) reporting. She has an in-depth knowledge of climate change and responsible packaging issues. A team player with an open and collaborative approach, Mélanie is known for her drive, interpersonal skills, and thoroughness.

Her ability to summarize information and her customer-focused approach make her a partner dedicated to the success of all the projects she supports.

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melanie.stpierre@groupeageco.ca

Nadia Rebillard graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Tourism in 2016. Driven by administrative management and human relations, her professional choices have led her to hold positions in sales and human resources management for various organizations. She joined our team as an administrative assistant in the fall of 2020.

Organized and rigorous, Nadia supports the team members in administrative tasks and customer service, while occasionally assisting in the realization of our projects. Mostly the first customer, partner and supplier contact at AGÉCO Group, Nadia is appreciated for her ability to easily build bonds of trust.

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nadia.rebillard@groupeageco.ca
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Noémie Groleau holds an MBA in social and environmental responsibility and a BAA in marketing and international management from Laval University. She joined the AGECO team in November 2021 as a Corporate Responsibility Analyst.

Her academic, international, and professional experience has allowed her to develop skills in qualitative research, writing, communications, and project management. For her final master's project, she focused on the relationship between mining companies and Aboriginal communities in Canada. In doing so, she observed the gap between sustainable development policy commitments and the actions actually taken during the various phases of mining project management. Having always been interested in experiencing new cultures, she then travelled to Indonesia on a commission to work with local entrepreneurs to make their business processes more environmentally responsible. Following this experience, she switched focus to municipal politics and helped elected officials increase their regional resilience by offering training and tools for implementing projects with high social and environmental impact.

Noémie is motivated to help organizations of all backgrounds adapt to current environmental and social issues by deepening her knowledge and skills in life cycle assessment and consulting. Known for her rigour, creativity, and ability to adapt, she places great importance on reconciling different points of view and collaborating with stakeholders to achieve sustainable solutions.

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noemie.groleau@groupeageco.ca

An agro-economist by training, Rosalie-Maude St-Arnaud joined Groupe AGÉCO in 2007.

Rosalie-Maude has developed particularly effective expertise in data research and analysis, focusing on market surveys, sector diagnoses and strategic planning as well as the assessment of the economic value of ecological goods and services. She has also acquired specialized knowledge of the egg and poultry sector and non-timber forest products.

Her keen eye on consumer trends and her in-depth knowledge of market data, specifically in the agri-food sector, make Rosalie an experienced consultant to steer market research at AGÉCO Group. In addition, Rosalie-Maude has conducted a number of regulatory analyses related to the frameworks for environmentally sound agricultural practices and to the themes of occupational health and safety and labour rights as they pertain to work conditions in Québec and North America—a critical expertise to establish corporate responsibility commitments that go beyond regulatory compliance.

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rosalie-maude.st-arnaud@groupeageco.ca
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Sandrine Ducruc is trained as a geographer and holds a master’s degree in environmental sciences from the Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières. She joined Groupe AGÉCO in October 2018 as an analyst on the economic studies team.

Sandrine worked for five years at the Centre of Social Innovation in Agriculture (CISA), where she coordinated numerous research projects, in particular, in the fields of farm waste management, territorialized agri-food systems, succession and the agricultural establishment, and urban agriculture.

Sandrine has in-depth knowledge of qualitative research methods and open innovation approaches, including living labs and participatory action research. She has developed marked abilities for facilitating focus groups, think-tank workshops and one-on-one interviews.

Sandrine is known for her strong interpersonal skills, which facilitate collaboration between parties that sometimes have opposing interests.

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sandrine.ducruc@groupeageco.ca
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Sarah Guermonprez holds a Bachelor’s degree in General Engineering from the École des Mines de Nancy (France), followed by a Master’s degree in Geoengineering from the Geosciences and Civil Engineering Department of the same institution. Having already shown an interest in environmental issues, Sarah spent a semester studying in Norway to specialize in topics such as climate change and life cycle assessment (especially in buildings).

She joined AGÉCO Group in 2022 as a corporate responsibility analyst.

Before coming to Montréal, Sarah worked as an engineer in environmental building design for five years in an international design office in Paris. During this experience, she carried out numerous building LCA studies and managed projects with ambitious objectives to achieve various environmental certifications.

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sarah.guermonprez @groupeageco.ca

Simon Nadeau has been with Groupe AGÉCO since 2019 as an analyst in the Economic Studies Department. He is a McGill University graduate and holds a bachelor’s degree in agricultural economics.

Prior to Groupe AGÉCO, Simon worked for four years at an agri-environmental advisory club where he participated in numerous applied and research projects in vegetable and berry production. Simon also holds a college diploma in farm management and technology and has contributed to the implementation of vegetable, maple syrup and beekeeping production projects. Simon has a wealth of field experience, which has been extremely useful in understanding current and future issues in the agri-food sector.

Simon is currently pursuing graduate studies in management and sustainable development at HEC Montréal. Simon’s in-depth knowledge of agricultural techniques, analytical mind and acute business sense are only matched by his desire to further expand sustainable development practises. His thirst for knowledge has made him a key collaborator on several different assignments for the AGÉCO team.

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simon.nadeau@groupeageco.ca