Manon Duclos has been working in the fields of innovation, quality, and organizational excellence for over 30 years. A chemical engineer by training, she holds a degree from Université Laval and a master’s in engineering management from Université de Sherbrooke. She has held strategic roles in leading companies such as IBM, Mitel Semiconductor, and Teledyne DALSA. Her diverse career has allowed her to develop a unique expertise in managing complex projects, quality assurance, and organizational development, while also training hundreds of managers on fostering a culture of innovation and the importance of quality as a driver of excellence. She is also recognized for her ability to bring together key stakeholders from various sectors and to build strong partnerships at both local and international levels. At the Mouvement québécois de la qualité, where she served as Vice President of Innovation and Organizational Excellence, she led innovative strategies, facilitated management networks across Québec, and contributed to helping organizations reach new heights. A resident of the Bromont region for 30 years, Manon is deeply familiar with the strengths of the area, particularly in terms of quality of life and innovation. As CEO of Technum Québec, one of the first innovation zones in Québec specializing in electronics and semiconductors, she will continue to drive innovative collaborative projects and position this industry as a pillar of the digital transformation in Québec and internationally. Manon Duclos is also a speaker and author of several guides on innovation and organizational excellence. She remains passionate about self-improvement, creativity, and sustainable development.