Speakers and experts in artificial intelligence

Our experts make artificial intelligence understandable, tangible, and practical.

They present real-world cases, debunk exaggerated claims, and help executives and their teams identify opportunities that truly deserve their attention.

Speakers

Rémi Dion

As a specialist in machine learning, reinforcement learning, and deep learning, he designs solutions tailored to the logistical and operational needs of Canadian companies.

With a degree in electrical engineering, his career path has taken him from renewable energy in Denmark to power electronics in Switzerland.

Hugues Mailhot

A popular speaker recognized for his ability to make complex issues easy to understand, he helps executives distinguish between promising trends and solutions that are truly suited to their operations.

In his lectures, he presents a practical method for identifying high-potential opportunities, assessing their feasibility, and avoiding premature investments.

Olivier Caron-Lizotte

As the founder and CEO of Explorai, he leads the company's artificial intelligence and data science strategy.

He held several executive positions before founding Explorai, bringing with him more than 20 years of experience in IT strategy and software development.

Dorianne Deshaies

A specialist in digital strategy and software development, she designs custom AI projects for small and medium-sized businesses—such as streamlining administrative tasks—rather than relying on off-the-shelf solutions.

His keen understanding of customer relations enables him to translate specific needs into practical solutions.

Francis Ouellet

An expert in digital transformation for the manufacturing and municipal sectors, he helps executives move forward step by step, with use cases that deliver quick value and measurable results.

He works with organizations that know AI will transform their industry but want a realistic plan.

Examples of Lectures Given
2026

EntreChefs PME Annual Conference — AI: Opportunity, Threat, or Distraction?

May 12–13, 2026 · Convention Center, Lévis

A conference for SME executives on business models that are threatened or enhanced by AI, concrete opportunities to seize, and how to integrate AI without getting distracted by the technology.

Quebec Construction Association (ACQ) Annual Conference — AI in Construction: 8 Tasks to Automate

April 30, 2026 · Convention Center, Quebec City

A presentation focused on practical applications of AI in construction, particularly the automation of takeoff and estimating to reduce the time spent reading and processing drawings.

Montreal Real Estate Summit — Emerging Technological Innovations Shaping the Real Estate Industry

April 14, 2026 · Montreal Convention Center

Participation in a session focused on emerging technologies and their impact on the real estate industry, with a focus on the practical integration of AI into business processes.

Metal Processing Conference — Democratizing Robotic Welding Through AI

May 27, 2026 · Joliette

Presentation on the use of AI and robotics to make welding automation more accessible and flexible in manufacturing and metal fabrication companies.

2025

Major Industry Event — Co-Innovation in AI: A Collaborative Approach to Project Estimation

November 13, 2025 · Victoriaville

Presentation of a co-innovation approach aimed at automating and accelerating project cost estimation using artificial intelligence in an industrial setting.

45th AFDICQ Annual Conference — What AI Can Do for the Kitchen Cabinet Industry

November 7–8, 2025

Real-world examples of how AI is used for estimating, billing, accessing information, project management, and communications in cabinet manufacturing companies.

CETAF — AI is transforming the construction industry and the air-handling and refrigeration sector

September 30, 2025 · Online

Presentation of practical applications of AI to automate processes, leverage the information contained in documents, and improve the efficiency of construction, refrigeration, and HVAC companies.

Grand Batimatech — AI and Project Estimation: Transforming the First Stage of Construction

September 23, 2025 · Montreal Convention Center

With Vincent Dufour, a presentation on the impact of AI on estimating based on blueprints and on the first stage of the bidding and preparation process for construction projects.

Quebec Glazing and Window Association Conference — How AI Is Revolutionizing Businesses in the Glazing and Window Industry

April 2, 2025

An overview of AI applied to project estimation, the automation of repetitive tasks, and deadline management to improve accuracy, cost control, and collaboration.

CFSA Annual Convention — AI in the Funeral Supply Chain: 5 Key Use Cases for Efficiency and Personalization

April 6–8, 2025 · Cleveland, Ohio

Five applications of AI in the funeral supply chain: administrative automation, ordering and billing, inventory management, customer interaction, and product and service customization.

Lectures Given

Themembers unanimously praised the quality of your presentation. They particularly appreciated your practical approach, your pacing, your credibility, and your ability to make sometimes complex concepts accessible. [...] Your presentation was identified as one of the highlights of the meeting .”
— Blue Leadership
Thegroup loved having you there, your advice, your energy, and your ability to explain the topic in simple terms. You were the highlight of the meeting. One of the members even said you were the best speaker he’s heard since joining the club! Congratulations!
— EntreChefs SME

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