“I’ve had the honor of working with Josée Morin on a number of successful entrepreneurial projects. Her drive and passion are outstanding. If you are looking for an expert in corporate governance, IT and enterprise risk management, strategy, operations and finance, look no further than Josée.”
“I’ve known Josée since our days at university studying electrical engineering. I’ve watched her career blossom as an active entrepreneur. She has a focused mind, always asking questions and looking for creative solutions that form the basis for the depth of her skills in strategic planning. She’s been a very useful advisor for many startups including mine.”
“Josée is one of those leaders who really understands the value of networking and the power of relationships. She’s all about ideas and people. Her skill as a consensus builder combined with her energy and drive make her a leader that stands out from the crowd.”
About Josée Morin, Engineer, MBA, Corporate Director
After successfully starting two technology companies that were sold to US corporations, Josée Morin has proven her ability to think strategically and deliver bottom-line company growth. Josée is a consensus builder and experienced bilingual Corporate Director, contributing to boards through her expertise in in cybersecurity and digital transformation.
Skills and Expertise
IT and Enterprise Risk Management, Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation, Strategy, Corporate Governance
Industry Experience
Information Technology, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Defense Technology, Finance
Accomplishments
Growth Strategies – Co-founded two software companies later sold to large US corporations (EON Media, sold to Cardinal Health and Taleo, sold to Oracle).
Risk Management – Conducted IT Risk Management reviews and evaluated the risks of hundreds of business plan and investments proposals.
Private Equity Financing – As a COO and an advisor raised over $40M.
Operations – Increased operational results for Customer Support, R&D, IT and HR teams that developed, installed and supported products in North America. Ensured compliance with strict IT privacy and security legislation.
Digital Transformation – Contributed to the digital transformation of businesses in the Healthcare sector. Holds the patent and receives royalties for SHIPIR, a software adopted by NATO to simulate the defense of ships against infrared threats, 1994.
Corporate Director – 25 years of experience on private companies, investment fund and not-for-profit boards.
Corporate Governance Leadership
Discussant for Competent Boards Certificate program on responsible use of data and cybersecurity
Speaker at various governance conferences (Governance Professional of Canada National Conference 2019)
President and founder of SAT, a Quebec City women’s networking group focused on technology and business, 1996
Recipient of the most promising MBA in Quebec award, Association des MBA du Quebec, 2006
LinkedIn writer on Governance, Digital Transformation and Risk Management
Read my latest article: How a statement of purpose can help the board transform strategy
Education
Collège des Administrateurs de Société, Certified Director, C.Dir., ASC (2007)
Laval University, Master in Business Administration, MBA (1993)
Laval University, Bachelor of Electrical Engineering Degree (1985)
Read an interview with Josée Morin on networking by WGOB
For more information, contact Josée