Pierre Olivier Perras
About Pierre Olivier Perras
Pierre Olivier Perras serves as the President of Power Energy Corporation and has held the position since 2019. He is also a Managing Partner at Power Sustainable, a director at several companies, and has an extensive background in energy infrastructure and investment banking.
Work at Power Corporation of Canada
Pierre Olivier Perras has held the position of President at Power Energy Corporation, a subsidiary of Power Corporation of Canada, since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's operations and strategic direction in the energy sector. His leadership contributes to the company's focus on sustainable energy solutions and infrastructure development within the Montreal area.
Current Role at Power Sustainable
Since 2019, Pierre Olivier Perras has served as Managing Partner for Energy Infrastructure at Power Sustainable. His work involves managing investments and projects in the energy sector, with a focus on sustainable and renewable energy initiatives. This role complements his position at Power Energy Corporation and emphasizes his commitment to advancing energy infrastructure in Canada.
Education and Expertise
Pierre Olivier Perras has a strong educational background in business and actuarial sciences. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Sciences from Université Laval. He furthered his education with an MBA from McGill University's Desautels Faculty of Management. Additionally, he studied at the Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University, which enhances his expertise in international business and management.
Leadership in Renewable Energy
Perras serves as Chairman of Nautilus Solar, a company dedicated to providing solar energy solutions. His leadership extends to several director positions, including roles at Lumenpulse, Lion Electric, and Potentia Renewables. These positions reflect his commitment to advancing renewable energy projects and sustainable practices within the industry.
Previous Experience in Finance and Consulting
Before his current roles, Pierre Olivier Perras accumulated extensive experience in finance and consulting. He worked at BMO Capital Markets for 22 years, where he was Managing Director and Head of the Power, Utilities, and Infrastructure Investment Banking Group. Earlier in his career, he held positions at Aon as an Actuarial Analyst and Senior Consultant Assistant, gaining valuable insights into actuarial science and financial consulting.