This year, we welcome eight members of our community from all walks of life to represent the Roulant on our Board of Directors and help to further the Roulant’s mission. You will also recognize a familiar face among our candidates, who is now up for re-election after his last two-year term.
If you are wondering about the roles and needs of the Board of Directors, we invite you to (re)read our Board page as well as our call for candidates blog post. In the following profiles, you will find a few words to describe our candidates and what skills that would bring to the Santropol Roulant Board!
How will you cast your vote? Read on to learn more about your choices for the Board and vote at the AGM on March 30th!
Camille De Grandpré
Home Support Nutritionist – CLSC
Key words to describe myself: Curious, Organized, Empathetic, Active, Voluntary
Skills: Provincial Health and Social Services
What experience or skill set do you bring to the Board?
My experience in health services, in hospitals and in home care, in addition to my skills as a dietitian at both the clinical and community levels would bring a different point of view to the Board. With more than 6 years of experience working with seniors and people with loss of autonomy, I have developed an attentive ear to their requests. This gives me a global vision of their needs that I can bring to the Board. Moreover, I know the health network well after 7 years of having worked there in various programs.
Why are you interested in a role on the Board?
My professional path has given me relevant experience in governance, which is why I believe that I could be most useful on your Board of Directors.
David Ouellet
Union Advisor – SEOM
Key words to describe myself: Advisor wishing a positive impact
Skills: Human Resources, Provincial Health and Social Services
What experience or skill set do you bring to the Board?
Deep knowledge of labour law and the contractual and legal issues related to employment in Quebec, to participate in and contribute to great management of the human ressources of Santropol Roulant. Some knowledge and interest about the structure of social services and health in Quebec, with a great knowledge of administrative law.
Why are you interested in a role on the Board?
I’ve had the chance to learn from committed community professionals, and to serve clients driven by strength and heart. It’s more than time to contribute what I know to the mission and engagement of Santropol Roulant and its community.
Emilie Poitout
Family Doctor
Key words to describe myself: Positive, Empathetic, Devoted, Supportive, Active
Skills: Provincial Health and Social Services
What experience or skill set do you bring to the Board?
I am a family doctor with a particular interest in the care for vulnerable populations and a specialization in Addiction Medicine. I currently work at the CHUM in Addiction Medicine and in the South-West-Verdun at a clinic for vulnerable populations, as well as for the ‘Centre de réadaptation en dépendance de Montréal. I am always motivated to learn about new forms of practice as well as being a rigorous and active listener. I think that my experience with vulnerable populations would be an asset on your board.
Why are you interested in a role on the Board?
I am not new to Santropol Roulant. In fact, in my teenage years, I volunteered by delivering meals by bike and cooking in the kitchen. With my current expertise and my capacity to work as a team I believe that it would now be most pertinent for me to sit on your Board.
Emily Ranger-Lepage
Executive Recruiter
Key words to describe myself: The Motivator!
Skills: Human Resources
What experience or skill set do you bring to the Board?
As a recruiter, by nature, I am deeply embedded in HR. As a recruiter for executives, I have the unique opportunity to build trusted and lasting relationships with leaders across a variety of industries. I get exposure to all aspects of their business, the challenges, best practices, and aspirations for growth. I have learned a lot from speaking with many influential and inspiring leaders and would like to share this knowledge with an organization that is meaningful to me.
Why are you interested in a role on the Board?
I am interested in a role on the Board of Directors because it perfectly combines two very different aspects of my life, the governance and professional aspect of my 9-5, as well as my personal life which is full of adventure, curiosity, and a love for the outdoors. I thrive in competitive and structured environments in my professional life, but after hours I’ve always connected with gardening, hiking, cycling, and most importantly food. It’s the after-hours that really fulfill me. Two of my first jobs were working at fruit farms back in British Columbia. I loved it and would like to contribute in a way that grounds me to those experiences while utilizing some of the professional acumen I’ve gained.
Florence Chaussé
Associate – Jones Lang LaSalle
Key words to describe myself: Analytical, Empathetic, Passionate, Entrepreneur, Volunteer
Skills: Finances
What experience or skill set do you bring to the Board?
I believe I can use my skills to further pursue the Roulant’s comprehensive strategy and growth. I can bring my professional experience in the finance sector as an Associate in the Capital Markets group at JLL. In this role, I am responsible for managing the day-to-day requirements of the investment process, as well as drafting related recommendations and reports to assist clients in making decisions related to their business plan and capital structure. I also hold a Bachelor’s degree in Finance from HEC Montréal. My education combined with my work experience have enabled me to acquire advanced proficiency in key competencies integral to the success of your Board of Directors and finance committee.
Why are you interested in a role on the Board?
A role on the Board of Directors is a perfect fit for advancing my expertise on food security issues as a challenge for cities and for the economic and social fabric of our communities. That’s why I’m drawn to the Roulant for its innovative work in food supply and distribution (and you can find me in the Roulant’s kitchen on Saturdays!)
Lorenzo Daieff
Consultant – Energy Transition
Key words to describe myself: Calm, Inspired, Dedicated, Organized, Entertaining
Skills: Other
What experience or skill set do you bring to the Board?
I believe I can contribute the following:
- An excellent knowledge of the Roulant and its community, having been involved since 2017 as a volunteer in the kitchen, in delivery, at the farm, and on the Board.
- Four years experience on the Roulant’s Board, where I currently serve as Chair. I have sat on the strategic planning (2019-2022), human resources (since 2021), and continuous improvement committees (since 2023).
- A holistic and strategic mindset, based on eight years of advisory work for various organizations on issues of sustainability and social impact.
- A good understanding of philanthropy and the Montreal food system, having coordinated an initiative to support local and sustainable food practices on the island for a year (2020-2021).
Why are you interested in a role on the Board?
I have had the honour and privilege of serving on the Board since 2019, and as Chair for the past six months. The quality of reflection and interaction on the Board, with the team, and with the community has always amazed me and I would love to complete my involvement with a third term. If re-elected, I will be the longest-serving board member, and part of my role will be to bring institutional memory to the Board, while making room for its ongoing renewal. The Roulant will be dealing with important issues in 2023-2025 (managing recent growth, strategic planning, inflationary environment), and I hope to continue contributing by way of my analytical mind, calm approach, and enthusiasm for the mission.
Sophie Papineau-Wolff
Commercial Lawyer
Key words to describe myself: Empathetic, Practical, Driven, Nature/Outdoor Lover
Skills: Other
What experience or skill set do you bring to the Board?
As a lawyer specializing in contracts negotiation and partnerships, I can offer a key legal component to all teams and projects at Santropol Roulant. As a lawyer, I am used to finding answers and practical solutions to questions and issues.
Why are you interested in a role on the Board?
My professional path has given me relevant experience in governance, which is why I believe that I could be most useful on your Board of Directors.