Alain Blanchette
About Alain Blanchette
Alain Blanchette is a Director at LAB3 in Melbourne, Australia, where he focuses on integrating advanced technologies to enhance customer engagement. He has held various roles in technology and sales, including positions at Dell, Salesforce, and Sitrion, and has a background in computer science from CEGEP - John Abbott College.
Current Role at LAB3
Alain Blanchette serves as the Director at LAB3, a position he has held since 2019 in Melbourne, Australia. In this role, he focuses on leveraging advanced technologies to enhance customer engagement and generate value. He is responsible for the growth and development of his team within the advanced technologies division. His work involves overseeing the integration of technologies such as IoT, AI, Data Science, and robotics to drive customer value.
Previous Experience in Technology and Sales
Alain has a diverse background in technology and sales, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. He was an Enterprise Account Executive at Dell from 2014 to 2015 and an Account Executive at Salesforce.com from 2013 to 2014, both in Melbourne. His experience also includes positions as a Technical Consultant at Dimension Data from 2006 to 2008 and as a Client Executive at OBS from 2010 to 2013.
Leadership Roles in Digital Services
Prior to his current role, Alain held significant leadership positions. He was the Director of Digital Services at Ignia from 2017 to 2019. He also served as Vice President for APAC at Sitrion from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, he briefly worked as the Data & AI Practice Lead at Insight in 2019. These roles contributed to his expertise in managing teams and projects within the technology sector.
Educational Background in Computer Science
Alain studied at CEGEP - John Abbott College, where he achieved a Computer Science BAC. His educational journey spanned from 1986 to 2008, providing him with a solid foundation in computer science principles and practices. This background supports his extensive career in technology and his current focus on advanced technologies.
Contributions to Smart City Initiatives
Alain is involved in initiatives aimed at building smarter, more citizen-friendly cities. He utilizes cutting-edge Azure technologies to address urban challenges, including those within the transport system. His regular travel on the tram network informs his understanding of these challenges and enhances his ability to contribute effectively to urban development projects.