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Brigitte Dupuis works in real estate and building, at the crossroads of innovation, technology and sustainable development. With more than twenty years of experience, she has expertise in business development, marketing strategy, knowledge management and supporting complex projects. Deeply involved in Quebec's real estate ecosystem, she is interested in smart buildings, energy efficiency and sustainable, resilient development models. As the author of the novel Le Bowling – L'art de bâtir, she blends fiction and reality to make real estate development accessible and to inspire a new generation of builders.

A partner architect at COHÉSIO Architecture, Sarra Fekih has broadened her practice to include project and team management while contributing to the firm's growth. Driven by a desire to move the industry forward, she chaired the non-profit Les Elles de la construction from 2023 to 2025. Her involvement with Les Elles, like her role at her firm, has allowed her to support women with diverse backgrounds and challenges. As a mentor, she wants to share her experience to support each woman in her professional growth and in asserting her leadership. "Because mentoring sometimes means sharing a little of your own path to help others chart theirs."

President and CEO of PETROSUR and a partner at Groupe MESAR, Hélène Genest has had the privilege of working in the construction and engineering industry for the past 30 years. Over that time she has held various technical, management and executive roles that have shaped her leadership. Today, she is proud to support her team's professional development through coaching, mentoring and sharing her experience. She places great importance on her client relationships and on continuously improving their facilities, so as to contribute concretely to their performance and success.

In 2003, Sonia Goulet became the first woman to complete the boilermaking vocational diploma (DEP) at the CFM. She has since logged more than 25,000 hours of work in refineries, cement plants, aluminum smelters and steel mills in Quebec, New Brunswick and Ontario. She can offer a mentee emotional support and the confidence to assert herself. She will also guide her toward practical occupational health and safety (OHS) tools to better understand worksite laws and regulations (CSTC, LSST, RSST). A mentor for three years, she wishes she had had this opportunity at the start of her career, 25 years ago. A wonderful exchange of knowledge to propel a mentee's professional journey.

An engineer with more than 30 years of experience and Director of Structure at BPA, Yvonick Houde works in building structures, building science, asset rehabilitation, infrastructure, and special and deep foundations. Recognized for his expertise in design-build and preconstruction, he develops innovative solutions for complex projects. Passionate about business strategy and about building relationships with stakeholders in his field, he also volunteers in his community. A firm believer in the strength of the group, Yvonick can offer a mentee a strategic perspective, practical advice and help building her network and advancing her career.

Annie Lefebvre is an executive specializing in governance, risk management and complex project management in the construction industry. With nearly 20 years of experience working with major industry players, she helps organizations develop robust governance practices and carry out strategic initiatives. Her expertise lies at the intersection of construction law, corporate governance and project management. A member of the Barreau du Québec (Quebec Bar), she holds a master's degree in business law and a master's degree in engineering project management from ÉTS. She is actively committed to developing the next generation of women leaders.

General Manager and partner at Toiture Québec, Melissa Martinova has worked in the construction industry since 2014, after leaving the corporate world to become an entrepreneur. Today, together with her spouse, she owns several businesses in construction, hospitality, manufacturing and real estate. A passionate advocate for diversity, she received the ACQ's Construire se conjugue au féminin award in 2023. As a board member of the ACQ Quebec City region and a member of several ACQ and AMCQ committees, she works to demystify construction. Melissa can offer a mentee a strategic vision, her experience as an entrepreneur and concrete support to take her place in the industry.

Florence Morin-Laurin is an entrepreneur, speaker and CEO of FML Consultation. After more than 15 years navigating business, real estate and construction, she now supports women professionals and executives in their career development and growth. As a mentor, she likes to ask thought-provoking questions, challenge every "I'm not ready," and help women take their place without asking them to become someone else to get there. Her approach: lots of practical, hands-on support, frank conversations, a few nudges when needed, and above all, never taking herself too seriously!

An architect for more than 25 years and a senior partner at Figurr Architects Collective, Bruno Morin designs and manages institutional, residential and corporate projects, notably with First Nations communities. His experience in Istanbul, Toulouse and San Francisco informs a creative, open approach that embraces new ways of working. Recognized for his design strength and his interest in emerging technologies, Bruno can offer a mentee a strategic perspective, practical advice and caring support to build her confidence, clarify her ambitions and advance her career.