Marie Lyse Hamel, M. Ing.
About Marie Lyse Hamel, M. Ing.
Marie Lyse Hamel, M. Ing., is a Manager of Design and Behavioural Science with extensive experience in user experience and design. She has held various roles in notable companies and has a strong academic background in industrial engineering and management.
Current Role at Intact Financial Corporation
Marie Lyse Hamel serves as the Manager of Design and Behavioural Science at Intact Financial Corporation. She has held this position since 2017, contributing to the company's focus on enhancing user experience through design and behavioral insights. Her role involves overseeing design strategies and integrating behavioral science principles into product development.
Previous Experience at Intact Financial Corporation
Prior to her current role, Marie Lyse Hamel worked as a Senior UX Strategist at Intact Lab for one year, from 2016 to 2017. In this position, she focused on user experience strategies, ensuring that products met user needs effectively. Her experience at Intact has contributed to her expertise in design and user experience.
Education and Expertise in Industrial Engineering
Marie Lyse Hamel earned her Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering with a specialization in Cognitive Ergonomics and Human Factors from Université de Montréal - École Polytechnique de Montréal, completing her studies from 2009 to 2014. This educational background has equipped her with a strong foundation in understanding user behavior and design principles.
Professional Background in User Experience
Marie Lyse Hamel has extensive experience in user experience and design. She worked as a Usability Expert and UX Lead at Yu Centrik from 2010 to 2012, and as Director of Design at Reabooks Inc. from 2012 to 2015. Her roles have involved leading design projects and enhancing user interfaces across various platforms.
Teaching Role at Polytechnique Montreal
In addition to her industry roles, Marie Lyse Hamel has been a Lecturer at Polytechnique Montreal since 2012. In this capacity, she shares her knowledge and expertise in design and user experience with students, contributing to the education of future professionals in the field.