Dave Allard
About Dave Allard
Dave Allard is a Senior Account Executive at Axya, with extensive experience in supply chain monitoring and procurement optimization. He has a diverse background in sales and management, having worked at various companies including Poka Inc., BIM Track®, and Avis Budget Group.
Current Role at Axya
Dave Allard serves as a Senior Account Executive at Axya, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he focuses on supply chain monitoring and has achieved a 100% supplier adoption rate using Axya's platform. His work emphasizes driving efficiency in manufacturing procurement through the company's source-to-pay solutions. Allard operates remotely from Quebec, Canada.
Previous Experience at Poka Inc.
Allard worked at Poka Inc. as an Enterprise Account Executive from 2022 to 2024. During his tenure, he contributed to enhancing real-time information sharing on the plant floor, which led to improved productivity and reduced production downtime. His experience in this role strengthened his expertise in supply chain management.
Educational Background
Dave Allard studied at Université du Québec à Rimouski, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) from 2013 to 2016. He also completed several certificates in Administration et gestion des affaires, Finance and Financial Management Services, and Marketing between 2013 and 2016. Prior to that, he obtained a DEC in Accounting and Business/Management from CEGEP Champlain St. Lawrence from 2009 to 2012.
Founding PRINTIV Digital Manufacturing Inc.
In 2021, Dave Allard founded PRINTIV Digital Manufacturing Inc., which focuses on providing digital manufacturing solutions. He has been actively involved in the company as its Founder for three years, working on-site in Quebec, Canada. This venture reflects his commitment to innovation in the manufacturing sector.
Career Progression and Skills
Allard has a diverse career history, including roles such as Regional Sales Manager at BIM Track® and Rental Sales Agent at Avis Budget Group. His background includes optimizing procurement strategies and automating procurement processes, showcasing his skills in sales and account management across various industries.