Elizabeth Audette Bourdeau
About Elizabeth Audette Bourdeau
Elizabeth Audette Bourdeau is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Welbi, a company focused on enhancing resident engagement in senior living communities. With a background in entrepreneurship and management, she has founded multiple companies and has been active in the tech sector in Ottawa since 2016.
Work at Welbi
Elizabeth Audette Bourdeau serves as the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Welbi, a position she has held since 2016. Under her leadership, Welbi focuses on transforming care processes within senior living communities, allowing staff to dedicate more time to resident engagement. The company addresses social isolation among residents by creating person-centered experiences. Welbi's innovative approach has garnered recognition, including being a top scorer in Invest Ottawa’s IO Accelerator program. Elizabeth's commitment to enhancing the senior living industry is evident in her active involvement in developing solutions that foster deeper connections between staff and residents.
Education and Expertise
Elizabeth Audette Bourdeau has a solid educational background in management and entrepreneurship. She obtained a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree from the University of Ottawa, where she studied from 2013 to 2016. Additionally, she studied Second Language Learning at The University of British Columbia, completing the program in 2013. Elizabeth also holds a D.E.C. in Health Sciences from Cégep Édouard-Montpetit, achieved between 2010 and 2013, and a D.E.S. in Sciences from Collège Durocher Saint-Lambert, completed from 2005 to 2010. Her diverse educational experiences contribute to her expertise in entrepreneurship and management.
Background
Elizabeth Audette Bourdeau has been involved in entrepreneurship since at least 2011, founding multiple companies throughout her career. Prior to her role at Welbi, she founded Camp Pulsion, where she served as Founder from 2011 to 2023. She also held the position of Founder at AmbiZion from 2014 to 2016. Earlier in her career, she worked at Costco Wholesale in Membership Sales for eight months in 2013. This varied background in both entrepreneurship and sales has shaped her approach to leadership and innovation in the senior living sector.
Achievements
Elizabeth Audette Bourdeau has achieved recognition for her work in the entrepreneurial space, particularly in the tech sector of Ottawa. She has participated in significant events, including a Silicon Valley pitch competition and a global pitchfest for women-led ventures. Her startup, Welbi, has been featured in discussions about Ottawa's tech sector, highlighting its impact and relevance. Additionally, Elizabeth has been involved in discussions regarding financial strategies in response to changing economic conditions, showcasing her adaptability and foresight in business.