Hachem Ben Essalah is the founder of InnoVibe Consulting and has extensive experience in digital transformation and leadership development.

Hachem Ben Essalah has led several digital transformation initiatives within the Government of Canada and St. Lawrence College in Canada. He has strived to introduce and lead innovative and creative initiatives using emerging technologies such as cloud, artificial intelligence, and big data analytics, in collaboration and partnership with multiple stakeholders.

Hachem Ben Essalah is the founder of InnoVibe Consulting and has extensive experience in digital transformation, the use of artificial intelligence, data governance and leadership development.

List of experiences:

• Digital Transformation Partner InnoVibe Consulting (current)
• Chief Executive Officer and Chief Information Officer – St. Lawrence College, Ontario, Canada.
• Chief Information Officer and Director General, Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada.
• Chief Information Officer and Director General of the Public Service Commission of Canada.
• Chief Information Officer, Canada School of Public ServicesGovernment Executive, Government of Canada.

Key projects:
• Development and implementation of St. Lawrence University College’s digital strategy in Ontario, Canada (SLC).
• Development and implementation of the digital strategy of the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), one of the largest departments of the Canadian government with more than 15,000 employees at more than 400 sites across Canada.
• Implementation of a fishing boat tracking system through geolocation and artificial intelligence.
• Development and implementation of guiding principles for artificial intelligence within DFO and CLS.
• Data Warehouse Implementation Project: Target Architecture for Data and Application Platform (TADAP): The TADAP platform was designed to separate data assets from IT, making data assets more secure, shareable by multiple applications, and accessible by artificial intelligence tools.

In addition to his executive experience, he holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in computer science with a specialization in process improvement and completed graduate studies in management of public organizations at the École nationaled’administrationpublique (ÉNAP) where he obtained a specialized graduate diploma (DESS). He has participated in programs with MIT on artificial intelligence and Design Thinking.

A seasoned bilingual leader in public administration for over 30 years, Omer has significant experience in public policy, business management, and government operations.

He is a strategic leader who has successfully implemented transformational changes in various contexts. His reputation for excellence in building relationships, engaging stakeholders, and achieving results has always led to recognition from his peers.

Before embarking on a career as a leadership/management consultant, Omer held positions as Vice President of Business Management at the Public Service Commission of Canada, Vice President of Human Resources at the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, and Executive Director of Therapeutic Products at Health Canada.

He has also held several other leadership roles in the federal public service. Having led ministerial functions and operational programs, both regionally and in the national capital, Omer has a vast understanding of public administration
and a wealth of experience that he now passionately shares with his clients. In addition to public administration.”

Outside of work, Omer enjoys cooking for his family and friends and playing music. A seasoned and bilingual leader in public administration for over 30 years, Omer has significant experience in public policy, business management, and government operations. He is a strategic leader who has successfully implemented transformational changes in various contexts.

Mr Prince Obeahon is a seasoned expert in digital transformation, governance, and project and portfolio management, with over 8 years of experience leading enterprise-wide initiatives aimed at driving innovation and operational excellence.

His strategic leadership and data-driven approach have consistently delivered impactful results for organizations facing complex technological and organizational challenges.

Main Achievements:

• Leadership in Digital Transformation: Led technology modernization projects using Agile, Waterfall, and Lean Six Sigma methodologies to optimize processes and deliver high-value solutions.
• Governance and Strategic Alignment: Designed and implemented robust project management frameworks and governance models aligning IT initiatives with business objectives, ensuring accountability and transparency.
• Excellence in Project and Portfolio Management: Successfully led high-performing teams in managing large-scale project portfolios, optimizing resource allocation, mitigating risks, and delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Innovative Perspectives: Developed and implemented key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the success of projects and portfolios, providing actionable insights to senior executives and high-level stakeholders.

Prince’s certifications, including Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP), Scrum Master, and Lean Six Sigma (Yellow Belt), attest to his commitment to continuous improvement and excellence in execution.

His expertise extends to digital transformation, risk management, and operational efficiency, enabling organizations to achieve sustainable growth and success.

Daniel J. Caron is a professor at the École nationale d’administration publique where he holds the Research Chair in the Exploitation of Information Resources. He also teaches program evaluation at the School of Public Policy and Administration at Carleton University.

His fields of research and expertise include the exploitation of information resources and issues related to digital technology. He focuses his research efforts on the impact of digital technologies on the use of information in the functioning of organizations.

His research focuses on open data, transparency, document management in organizations, information governance models, and public and administrative policies affecting document production in the digital age. Daniel J. Caron has worked for more than thirty years in the Canadian public service. His last position was as deputy head of Library and Archives Canada.

Daniel Caron holds a PhD from the University of Montreal in Applied Human Sciences (Public Law and Strategic Management) and a Master’s degree in Economics from Laval University in Quebec.

Ahmed BOUKHEROUAA is a Project Management expert and HR consultant with significant international experience and an exceptional track record in the IT, Industry, Energy, and Government sectors. Trilingual (Arabic, French, English), he has an excellent record of achievement and solid leadership expertise, having worked with renowned companies such as IBM, Lafarge Holcim, the SAFIEC Consortium (Morocco/France/Japan), SJOVIK (Norway), and LeChameau (UK) as HR Director.

He has also gained extensive experience with the Canadian federal government and Fortis Bank (Belgium). His career is marked by his ability to optimize human resources in complex environments, while implementing integrated solutions to improve productivity, notably in talent and skills management, as well as in Headcount Reduction and Operational Excellence (OpEx).

A graduate of a North American university specializing in Project Management, Ahmed also holds an MBA from ESC Brussels (Belgium). His background in Clinical Psychology, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Developmental Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology, allows him to deeply understand human and organizational dynamics, applying this knowledge to design more effective work organizations.

Expertise:

• Design of Work Organizations
• Engineering & Management of Headcount Reduction Plans (Headcount Reduction)
• Improved Productivity and Talent Management
• Project Management and Skills Management
• HR Strategy and HR Transformation

Ahmed BOUKHEROUAA continues to leverage his expertise to support business growth and transformation by providing strategic and innovative solutions tailored to the complex needs of international organizations.