Michel Bergeron is a lawyer, economist and business strategist with over 30 years of experience in the private and public sectors. He brings to the Board a keen personal interest in youth mental health issues combined with a broad approach to business issues, combining skills in technology, strategy, marketing, HR, finance and other business angles. He was a member of BDC's senior management team for 16 years until 2022, when he assumed various senior roles including Chief Strategy Officer and Chief Marketing Officer. Mr. Bergeron is currently a co-managing Partner of Levio’s Montreal office, an IT consulting firm. He also brings extensive experience in corporate governance having served on various boards of public, private and non-profit organizations. Mr. Bergeron holds Law degrees from Laval University and Dalhousie University, and a Master of International Relations degree from Laval University. He also holds the Corporate Director (ICD.D) designation from the Institute of Corporate Directors.