Francois Dufresne
About Francois Dufresne
Francois Dufresne is an experienced Account Executive currently at Cascades and an Associate Partner at IBM Canada, with over 20 years of expertise in business and digital transformation.
Current Role at Cascades
Francois Dufresne has been serving as an Account Executive at Cascades since 2010. He operates in the Montreal, Canada Area and has accumulated 14 years of experience in this role. His responsibilities include managing client accounts and driving business growth within the organization.
Experience at IBM Canada
Francois Dufresne has held multiple positions at IBM Canada. He began as a Senior Managing Consultant from 2003 to 2010, contributing to various projects for seven years. He then transitioned to the role of SAP Practice Lead for Eastern Canada from 2010 to 2012, where he focused on the SAP service area in Quebec. Currently, he serves as an Associate Partner in IBM Global Business Services since 2012, with a focus on business and digital transformation.
Previous Role at Uniboard Canada
Before his tenure at IBM, Francois Dufresne worked as a Program Manager at Uniboard Canada from 2007 to 2009. During this two-year period, he managed various programs and initiatives, contributing to the company's operational efficiency and project execution.
Educational Background
Francois Dufresne studied at HEC Montréal, where he earned a Master of Science (MSc) in Operations and International Management from 1996 to 1999. He also completed a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Operations Management at the same institution from 1993 to 1996. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in business and digital transformation.
Industry Experience and Expertise
Francois Dufresne has over 20 years of experience in business and digital transformation. His expertise includes leading the SAP Quebec Go-To Market strategy at IBM and managing significant client accounts. His extensive background in operations and program management supports his role in driving strategic initiatives within the organizations he has worked for.