Quinn Desrochers
About Quinn Desrochers
Quinn Desrochers is a Conservation Specialist 2 and Chief Executive Officer at Particuleye Technologies Inc., where he focuses on developing water testing devices for microplastics. He has a background in civil engineering and is dedicated to conserving Canada's wetlands through his work with Ducks Unlimited Canada.
Current Role at Particuleye Technologies Inc.
Quinn Desrochers serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Particuleye Technologies Inc. since 2020. The company, based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, specializes in developing innovative water testing devices aimed at detecting and classifying microplastics. Under Desrochers' leadership, Particuleye Technologies Inc. focuses on addressing environmental challenges through technological advancements in water resource management.
Work at Ducks Unlimited Canada
Desrochers currently holds the position of Conservation Specialist 2 at Ducks Unlimited Canada, a role they have occupied since 2021 in Brandon, Manitoba. In this capacity, Desrochers emphasizes the importance of conserving Canada's wetlands. Prior to this role, Desrochers worked as an Engineering Assistant at Ducks Unlimited Canada from 2019 to 2020, contributing to various engineering projects focused on wetland conservation.
Education and Expertise
Quinn Desrochers earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering with a focus on Civil Engineering from the University of Manitoba, completing the program from 2016 to 2021. This academic background provides a solid foundation in engineering principles, which Desrochers applies in their professional roles. The combination of expertise in water resource engineering and entrepreneurial skills supports their work in environmental conservation.
Previous Experience at Terracon Development Ltd.
Before joining Ducks Unlimited Canada, Desrochers worked as a Summer Engineering Co-op Student at Terracon Development Ltd. in 2018. This role lasted for three months and provided practical experience in engineering, contributing to their professional development and understanding of the engineering field.
Focus on Environmental Challenges
Desrochers combines their engineering expertise with entrepreneurial skills to tackle environmental challenges. Their work at Particuleye Technologies Inc. and Ducks Unlimited Canada reflects a commitment to advancing water resource management and wetland conservation in Canada.