Communications, Web and advertising entrepreneur for the past 20 years, Marc-André helps companies near and far develop a loyal clientele with original, striking communications. Having been immersed in the communications and new media revolution, he’s had the opportunity to work on some of the biggest brands here in Quebec and in France to help them differentiate themselves in a constantly evolving market.

• President and founder of Imagine-id, 1993 to 2014 (21 years)
• Over 25 years’ communications experience
• Graduate of the Disney Institute Business School
• President of Intelligence Digitale and Imagin-id Paris for several years

With a solid reputation in the industry, David is known for his intuition, acumen, creativity, and common sense. He takes full advantage of those qualities in his strategic consultations. Having contributed to the integrated marketing success of many companies across Quebec, David has also developed numerous projects that stand out in the pioneering sector of smart data and interactive gamification.

• Has been developing international markets for Human Equation since 2012
• Partner at BLAKKAT for over ten years
• Graduate in information technologies engineering at the École de technologie supérieure

Determined and propelled by great ambition, François ensured Human Equation’s financial stability and growth in fast-moving industry. By consolidating the activities of four complementary businesses, François managed to build himself an industry-wide reputation as a thorough manager and business visionary. He also gives many talks on business financing and mergers & acquisitions within the marketing industry.

At 20 years old, Maëlle made her debut in the advertising world as she entered Infopresse as an administrative assistant, where she stayed for 3 years. Parallel to working, she also completed a degree in accounting degree led her to a position as an accountant for Aetios Productions. After only one year, she joined Marc-André Garand at Imagine-id, in 2002. Together, they managed to grow the business for over 12 years before merging with Human Equation in 2014. The challenges from the accounting and financial aspects of the merger were another opportunity for Maëlle to demonstrate her skills and rigor as she played an important role in ensuring a successful transition.

• Led Imagine-id’s finances for 12 years
• Has been managing accounting for numerous technology businesses for the last 15 years

Marc is an experienced developer who acted as team leader and technology director for major technology companies over more than 10 years. From the start of his career, Marc stood out for his leadership and his ability to manage teams of up to 30 people. Marc his known for his understanding of the technological challenges Human Equation’s clients are facing and his ability to design and manage the development of performing solutions.

• Started his first web agency in 1996
• Architect and designer of many complex technological environments and products
• Computer science graduate from Université de Montréal
• Over 10 years’ experience managing development teams from Montreal and New York