Do you want to stand out in international markets or position your export expertise?
On May 29, participate in the essential Forum for all players looking to stimulate their international growth, co-developed by the Chamber, Investissement Québec and the Ministère des Relations internationales et de la Francophonie.
We know that internationalization can be a difficult and uncertain step, especially in an environment of strained supply chains, rising protectionism and high inflation.
And yet, international connectivity remains key to what makes Montréal attractive and opening up to the world comes with many benefits for our businesses.
Quebec also enjoys an international reputation for the innovative and creative nature of its businesses, its spirit of collaboration and its green economy leadership. This helps our entire ecosystem stand out thanks to its competitive advantages and credibility.
The fifth edition of the Strategic Forum on Business Internationalization will bring together specialists from different backgrounds to provide tools to businesses of all sizes that are looking to expand internationally, diversify their markets and find new business opportunities.
- A company that wants to grow internationally and develop new markets
- A provider of support services, financing, legal advice, etc.
- An academic institution or research centre
- An international economic development organization
This event is for you!
Participate in this Forum to:
- Learn about the status of exports and international supply chains
- Strengthen your presence in strategic global centres and Quebec’s sectors of excellence
- Acquire tools and inspiration from the real-life examples of companies that have distinguished themselves internationally
- Find out about the best strategies for international growth and development, the priority markets and their access conditions, as well as the available support resources
- Expand your network by meeting other companies that are exporting or are looking to start
Enjoy an interactive experience and take part in informative discussions with our speakers.
Take advantage of our work spaces for your business calls and meetings.
Don’t miss the chance to stand out thanks to the support of an internationally oriented Quebec business ecosystem. Register now!
Learn more about the program:
7:30 a.m. Coffee, welcome and networking
8 a.m. Welcome by the master of ceremonies
Introductory note
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Hubert Bolduc President
Investissement Québec International
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Éric Dequenne Assistant Deputy Minister – Relations with the Americas, Economic Affairs and Strategic Intelligence
Ministère des Relations internationales et de la Francophonie du Québec
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Michel Leblanc President and CEO
Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal
BLOCK 1
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State of the world stage: adapting your strategy and seizing opportunities
8:10 a.m. – International trade: trends in a changing geopolitical context
Join us for an engaging discussion to better understand the challenges of international trade in the current economic climate.
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Maxime DeaVice-President, Business Relations
CDPQ Global
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Marie-Eve Jean Vice-President, Exports
Investissement Québec International
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Ghislain Robichaud Regional Director and Senior Trade Commissioner,
Canadian Trade Commissioner Service – Quebec and Nunavut Regional Office
Global Affairs Canada
Moderator:
8:35 a.m. – Identify priority markets
Don't miss this talk presenting the Ville de Montréal's vision and the results of a comprehensive study to determine the best destinations for economic missions for Montreal companies.
8:45 a.m. – Free trade agreements, levers for your growth: real-life business cases
Learn more about the benefits of free trade agreements, such as product pricing, human resource mobility and access to government procurement, and how they can help your business grow abroad. Businesses will testify to their success which is directly linked to the benefits of these agreements.
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Jean-Pierre Asselin Managing Partner
Trans-Pro Logistics
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Félix Bélisle-Dockrill Co-Founder & CEO
Axya
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Olivier J. Pellerin President
DETEO
Moderator:
9:15 a.m. – Networking Break
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Quebec Inc. DNA: focusing on what sets us apart internationally
9:45 a.m. – Leverage your ESG strategy to stand out
Adopting an ESG strategy is a real asset to position yourself favorably abroad. Learn more about investor expectations and new international requirements.
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Nadine Brassard President
Commerce International Québec, the Quebec ORPEX network
General Manager of the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean ORPEX,
SERDEX International
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Patrice Camus Senior Advisor, ESG
Investissement Québec
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Jonathan Lévesque Deputy General Manager
Propulsa Innovation
Moderator:
10:10 a.m. – Take advantage of Quebec's reputation for excellence
Quebec businesses that enter foreign markets have a reputation that precedes them. Find out how Quebec's commitment, scientific excellence and international values contribute to building its reputation, and above all, how to use this network to achieve your goals.
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Janice Bailey
Scientific Director
Fonds de recherche du Québec
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Nicolas Bossé Chief Energy Transition Officer
BrainBox AI
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Sophie Fallaha Executive Director
CEIMIA – International Centre of Expertise in Montreal on Artificial Intelligence
Moderator:
10:35 a.m. – Greater Montréal: a strong brand image on the international stage
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Michel Leblanc President and CEO
Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal
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Mélanie Lussier President and CEO
Aéro Montréal
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Stéphane PaquetPresident and Chief Executive Officer
Montréal International
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Best practices and resources for international expansion
10:50 a.m. – Political discussion
11:05 a.m. – Success stories: inspiring conversations between businesses and coaching experts
Be inspired by the stories of entrepreneurs who have been successful in foreign markets. Find out about programs and solutions that can help you find the support and guidance you need to build your international development strategy.
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Pier-Luc Laurin Specialist Advisor, Transportation Exports
Investissement Québec International
Accompanied by:
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Christine LatourChief Marketing and Communications Officer
Solotech
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Catherine Binette Specialist Advisor, Creative Industry Exports
Investissement Québec International
Accompanied by:
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Myriam AchardChief, New Media Partnerships and Public Relations
PHI
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Ophélie Pavoine Head, Consulting Services and Export Programs
Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal
Accompanied by:
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Mary-Jo Dorval Founder & Designer of stuff for tiny humans
Kid's Stuff [Trucs d'enfants]
Moderator:
11:50 a.m. – Concluding remarks from the co-developers
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Éric Dequenne Assistant Deputy Minister – Relations with the Americas, Economic Affairs and Strategic Intelligence
Ministère des Relations internationales et de la Francophonie du Québec
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Marie-Eve Jean Vice-President, Exports
Investissement Québec International
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Michel Leblanc President and CEO
Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal
12 p.m. Lunch and networking
1 p.m. End of the event