Philippe Laberge, Ing.
About Philippe Laberge, Ing.
Philippe Laberge is a Global Sales SME and OEM Account Director for North America at Optel Group, with a background in sales and engineering. He has held various roles in the technology sector, including positions at Optel Vision, TeraXion, and LR Tech Inc.
Work at Optel Group
Philippe Laberge holds the position of Global Sales SME and OEM Account Director for North America at Optel Group. He has been with the company since 2020, initially serving as Account Director. In this role, he focuses on sales strategies and managing key accounts within the North American market. His extensive experience at Optel includes previous roles such as Solution Manager and System Technical Leader, where he contributed to product development and technical solutions.
Previous Experience in Sales and Business Development
Before joining Optel Group, Philippe Laberge worked at LR Tech Inc. as a Business Development Manager for five months in 2019. His career includes significant roles at TeraXion, where he served as Sales Engineer from 2009 to 2012 and later as Sales Manager from 2017 to 2019. His experience in these positions involved developing sales strategies and managing customer relationships, enhancing his expertise in the technology sector.
Educational Background in Electrical Engineering
Philippe Laberge studied at the Université d'Ottawa, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from 1999 to 2002. This educational foundation has equipped him with the technical knowledge necessary for his roles in sales and product management within the engineering and technology sectors.
Career Progression at Optel
Philippe Laberge's career at Optel has seen him take on various roles that demonstrate his growth within the company. He started as a Product Specialist from 2003 to 2009, then progressed to Solution Manager from 2012 to 2015, and later became System Technical Leader from 2015 to 2017. Each position contributed to his understanding of product development and customer needs, leading to his current leadership role in sales.