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> Panel 1 - Breaking Through the Mental Wall

Audrey Murray has been President and CEO of the Commission de la construction du Québec (CCQ) since October 2023. She brings over 20 years of experience at the CCQ, where she held various strategic positions, notably as Vice President of Client Services and Development. Before returning to the CCQ, she served as President of the Commission des partenaires du marché du travail (2018–2022) and as Deputy Minister of Tourism (2022–2023).

Audrey Murray sits on the boards of directors of the Caisse and Tourisme Montréal, and chairs the board of Théâtre Jean Duceppe. She holds bachelor's degrees in political science (University of Ottawa) and legal science (UQAM), and completed a master's degree in comparative law (McGill University). A member of the Barreau du Québec, she is recognized for her leadership, deep industry knowledge, and commitment to innovation and diversity.

> Panel 1 - Breaking Through the Mental Wall

As President of Cérat Groupe Conseil, Emmanuelle Cérat works with construction company leaders and business successors to structure their back-office operations, helping them regain control of profitability, operations, and decision-making.

With more than 30 years of experience in the industry, she has held a variety of key positions, from project management to general management and corporate leadership. This 360-degree perspective led her to develop the EMC² Method — Efficiency, Mastery, Control, and Clarity — a strategic framework that aligns project management, accounting, and internal management.

In 2020, she founded Ensemble pour la construction (EPC), which has since evolved into the Collectif des Bâtisseurs EPC, an ecosystem bringing together business leaders, professionals, and industry stakeholders around collaboration and performance.

Committed to advancing women’s leadership, she also launched, in April 2026, a mutual-support movement for women facing vulnerable circumstances, furthering her commitment to creating an impact that extends beyond the business world.

A speaker and hands-on industry leader, Emmanuelle Cérat embodies a direct, human, and inspiring leadership style, grounded in a deep conviction: building stronger businesses also means building stronger leaders and a more human industry.

> Workshop 2: Breaking the Cultural Wall

Caroline Charbonneau is Chief Executive Officer of eZsign, a 100% Canadian electronic signature platform. She leads the company's growth and strategic positioning, with a clear vision: to simplify business processes and modernize organizations through secure, compliant solutions. Under her leadership, eZsign supports businesses, municipalities, and institutions through their digital transformation.

> Panel 4: Breaking Through the Wall of Isolation

A graduate in political science from the Université de Montréal, Eric Côté is recognized for his strategic approach to public affairs management and government relations. He distinguished himself as a political advisor to the Premier of Quebec and to several ministerial cabinets.

In 2012, he joined the Association des ingénieurs-conseils du Québec before moving on to the Association de la construction du Québec. He served as spokesperson during the Charbonneau Commission and during the IC/I collective agreement negotiations from 2013 to 2017.

Eric Côté joined the Corporation des entrepreneurs généraux du Québec as Executive Vice President, then became President and CEO in 2017, and has since championed the interests of contractors and the construction industry. Co-founder of the Alliance des entrepreneurs généraux du Canada, he serves as Vice-Chair of its board of directors, representing its members at the provincial and federal levels.

> Panel 2: Breaking Through Organizational Barriers

An interior designer since 2000, Jacynthe Desrochers has extensive experience working across a wide range of environments, from office spaces to food service and retail settings. Through projects with diverse needs and distinct identities, she has developed a holistic approach to design, where aesthetics, functionality, and user well-being come together to create spaces that are thoughtful, sustainable, and meaningful.

Convinced that design plays a key role in shaping people’s experiences and quality of life, Jacynthe is deeply committed to every project she undertakes. Her ability to listen, understand needs, and turn constraints into creative opportunities enables her to develop tailored solutions that align with each client’s identity and objectives.

In 2014, she became the first partner of Line Laurin architecte, an important milestone that confirmed her leadership role within the practice. In 2020, Jutras Architecture and Line Laurin architecte joined forces to create Artesa. Jacynthe Desrochers and Éric Jutras became Principal Partners, alongside Josée Blanchet and Mauricio Gularte.

This merger marked the beginning of a new chapter built on a shared vision: bringing together creativity, rigour, and collaboration to design environments that meet today’s needs while standing the test of time.

> Panel 2: Breaking Through Organizational Barriers

Nicolas Dufour-Grégoire is President and Co-Founder of Thémis Électrique. A trained electrician, he has more than 15 years of experience in the electrical industry, including nearly a decade working in the field before co-founding the company in 2020.

As head of operations, he oversees project execution and contributes to developing relationships with the company’s clients, suppliers, and partners. His hands-on experience and in-depth knowledge of the industry bring a strong technical and operational perspective to Thémis Électrique’s leadership, complementing the diverse expertise within the company.

> Workshop 3: Breaking Down The Economic Wall

Brigitte Dupuis is actively engaged in the real estate and building sector, at the crossroads of innovation, technology, and sustainable development. With over twenty years of experience, she draws on her network, strategic vision, and deep understanding of the market to contribute to the growth and evolution of the industry. Throughout her career, she has developed strong expertise in business development, marketing strategy, knowledge management, and the support of complex projects.

Deeply involved in Quebec's real estate ecosystem, Brigitte has a particular interest in smart buildings, new technologies, energy efficiency, and more sustainable and resilient development models. Through her projects, talks, and involvements, she seeks to foster synergies between ideas, expertise, and practical applications, making a field often seen as complex more accessible.

Author of the novel Le Bowling – L'art de bâtir, she blends fiction and reality to demystify the many facets of real estate development, from initial vision to asset operation. Her writing reflects her drive to share knowledge, bring clarity, and inspire a new generation of builders, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals.

> Panel 4: Breaking Through the Wall of Isolation

France Goyet's reputation in the industry speaks for itself. Her passion for entrepreneurship, her undeniable charisma, and her ease in connecting with people have always led her to venture off the beaten path to showcase local businesses.

In another life, France worked for the Canadian Armed Forces, West Edmonton Mall, and a trucking company. From 1994 to 1997, she coordinated advertising sales for all of Québecor's local newspapers. She then created the magazine Acheter québécois, before joining the Montréal 2025 team, whose goal was to highlight the metropolis's innovative projects.

It was then that she had the idea of creating a print publication to showcase our province's builders: INNO Magazine. In 2017, on the occasion of the City of Montréal's 375th anniversary, she drew on her networking and coordination experience to launch the first edition of the Soirée des Grands Bâtisseurs — a large-scale networking event bringing together some 1,500 people, which will celebrate its 8th anniversary this year. Since then, her expertise has been sought after to organize various events, sit on juries, and promote businesses.

> Panel 2: Breaking Through Organizational Barriers

An architect since 1995, Éric Jutras has gained diverse experience through projects of varying sizes and levels of complexity. Known for his rigorous approach and commitment to supporting others, he contributes to the development of team members by fostering their autonomy, expertise and ability to challenge themselves, always with the goal of providing attentive, high-quality service.

Specializing in building envelope and project management, Éric is involved in the oversight of complex assignments, ensuring the consistency of interventions, building performance and the long-term sustainability of the solutions implemented.

In 2009, he founded Jutras Architecture, a firm that enabled him to consolidate his practice and develop recognized expertise in architecture. In 2020, Jutras Architecture and Line Laurin Architect joined forces to create Artesa. Éric Jutras and Jacynthe Desrochers became Principal Associates, alongside Josée Blanchet and Mauricio Gularte.

This merger marked the beginning of a new chapter built on a shared vision: bringing together creativity, rigour and collaboration to design environments that meet today’s needs while standing the test of time.

> Panel 4: Breaking Through the Wall of Isolation

Holder of a bachelor's degree in political science from the Université de Montréal, Isabelle Melançon is a seasoned manager and communicator with over 20 years of experience in the political and cultural sectors. She currently serves as President and CEO of the Institut de développement urbain du Québec (IDU). Previously, she was Member of the National Assembly for Verdun, Minister of Sustainable Development, Environment and the Fight against Climate Change, and Director General of Communications and Institutional Relations at SODEC.

A native of Lanaudière, she is deeply committed to Quebec's regions, having worked on the Côte-Nord early in her career to maximize the economic benefits of the Toulnustouc hydroelectric project. Under her leadership, the IDU has expanded its scope to cover all of Quebec's territory.

Active in her community, she has served as honorary chair for Centraide de la Haute-Côte-Nord and sits on the board of directors of Montréal International. A sports enthusiast, she also coached young baseball players for several years.

> Workshop 2: Breaking the Cultural Wall

For nearly 20 years, Mathilde Rineau has worked in the construction industry. After exploring different materials in visual arts—stone, metal, welding, plaster, and painting—she chose carpentry and joinery, completing her DEP (Vocational Studies Diploma) in Montreal, where she stood out for her strong results and rigor.

She began in residential and commercial renovation, then took part in the construction of solid wood homes across Quebec. This demanding experience allowed her to develop her technical skills, autonomy, resourcefulness, and team spirit.

Her career then led her into commercial construction, where she worked for nearly 12 years for a general contractor. Starting as a carpenter-joiner, she rose to become foreman, taking on the coordination of work, teams, and various trades.

As a woman in a traditionally male-dominated field, Mathilde Rineau had to prove herself and earn her place. These experiences strengthened her leadership, perseverance, and confidence. Today, she wants to put her experience to work for other tradespeople, share her knowledge, and help support the next generation.

> Workshop 2: Breaking the Cultural Wall

Driven by the conviction that everyone deserves to work in a respectful and inclusive environment, Annie Robineau has devoted nearly 30 years of her career to the union world. Over the years, she has worked in various fields, including communications, labour relations, representation with industry partners, project management, and organizational development. This range of experience has given her a deep understanding of the realities faced by workers in construction.

Today, as project manager at CSD Construction, she coordinates the CSD Initiative for Women Apprentices, a project aimed at supporting women in their professional journey and helping them stay in the industry. Convinced that change comes through listening, collaboration, and concrete action, she puts her expertise to work for a more inclusive construction industry, one where women can grow, thrive, and contribute fully to the future of the field.

> Panel 3: Rebuilding the Wall of Confidence

Marie-Claude Viau specializes in leadership development and support for professional transitions. Over more than 10 years at the Institut de leadership, she supported more than 1,500 women leaders across Quebec.

Her hands-on experience revealed a strategic blind spot: despite well-intentioned policies, the transition to parenthood often leads to reduced engagement, loss of confidence, and premature departures among key talent.

To address this issue, she founded Momenta, Quebec's first structured program dedicated to the parental transition and career continuity of professional mothers, sitting at the intersection of three HR priorities: talent retention, psychological health and sustainable performance, and equity, diversity and inclusion.

She is also involved with Mères avec pouvoir, an organization supporting vulnerable single mothers.

A mother and entrepreneur herself, Marie-Claude is convinced that organizations that invest in parental transitions are investing directly in their human capital.

> Panel 3: Rebuilding the Wall of Confidence

Véronique Martel is Project Manager, Diversity and Social Innovation, at the Commission de la construction du Québec (CCQ), where she has held a strategic support and expert role for over 15 years. Recognized for her inclusive leadership, she supports partners in the collaborative and sustainable transformation of workplaces and contributes to conducting diagnostics, leading pilot projects, and implementing cultural, legislative, and societal change.

Actively engaged in her community, Véronique Martel serves as vice-chair of the board of directors of the Fondation Atelier and the Gymkhana gymnastics club, in addition to sitting on the governing board of École Atelier. She holds a bachelor's degree in anthropology, a master's degree in psychopedagogy, and a certification as an inclusion specialist.

> Panel 2: Breaking Through Organizational Barriers

Marie-Claude Mercier-Bernier is Vice President and Co-Founder of Thémis Électrique, a company founded in 2020. Coming from a business management background rather than the construction industry, she oversees the company’s administrative and financial operations, as well as its public relations.

Her management experience brings a different perspective to organizational development, with a strong focus on rigorous practices, structure, and corporate culture. Her experience in a traditionally male-dominated industry also informs her thinking about the role of women and the conditions that support their integration and retention.

Actively engaged in her industry, she serves, among other roles, on the Women and Diversity Committee of the Corporation des maîtres électriciens du Québec (CMEQ).

> Panel 3: Rebuilding the Wall of Confidence

Cynthia Ouellette-Deguire is Interim Head of the Corporate Services Program (AS-06) at the 202nd Workshop Depot of the Department of National Defence. She leads and coordinates human resources, financial management, training, administration, labour relations, and organizational support functions to advance the organization’s operational priorities.

With more than 15 years of experience in management, organizational development, finance, and process transformation, she has held increasingly senior positions within the Department of National Defence and other public and private organizations. She is recognized for her ability to analyze complex issues, provide strategic advice to senior leadership, and mobilize multidisciplinary teams in contexts of organizational change and labour shortages.

Passionate about innovation, she leads initiatives focused on digital modernization and integrated human resources and financial planning to improve decision-making and organizational efficiency. Her inclusive leadership style fosters collaboration, trust, talent development, and employee engagement.