Genevieve Nadeau
CPA
President and Founder
Passionate about finance and entrepreneurship, Geneviève founded CFO Montreal with the goal of providing businesses with personalized and quality financial support. Before founding CFO Montreal, she acquired solid experience in finance by working in various companies in financial management and consulting positions. Her training at HEC Montréal provided her with a solid foundation in finance and accounting. With over 20 years of experience, Geneviève has developed in-depth expertise in strategic analysis, governance, risk management, financial planning and corporate financing. Geneviève Nadeau is also an entrepreneur involved in her community. She founded and led Women In Mind, a social network that offers women a space to connect, share resources and help each other. This initiative demonstrates her commitment to women's empowerment and the creation of dynamic communities.
Valentin Maligorne
DUT
Finance Director / CFO
With over 10 years of experience in the financial management of companies in the retail sector, Valentin is a recognized expert in financial structuring, optimization, and restructuring. He has also played a key role in the development of new markets, providing strategic vision and concrete results. Specializing in general and financial strategy, Valentin stands out for his expertise in structuring and restructuring, helping companies successfully navigate complex and constantly changing environments. Passionate about aviation and aerospace, Valentin is fascinated by the human capacity to innovate and push the technological boundaries in these fields. His entrepreneurial approach and determination to develop and grow professional projects make him an essential asset for any organization seeking sustainable growth and operational excellence.
Audrey Savard
CPA
Finance Director / CFO
Audrey Savard has over 10 years of experience in finance, holding strategic roles in various companies. Now CFO at CFO Montréal, she advises clients, supervises accounting teams and actively participates in corporate restructuring, financial forecasting and the development of strategic KPIs. Prior to that, she led budget processes and contributed to mergers and acquisitions at Neopharm Labs Inc., managed international finances and integrated new systems at Landr Audio Inc., and supervised complex audits at Ernst & Young. Audrey is an expert in strategic financial management, specializing in restructuring, mergers and acquisitions, and financial planning. She also excels in supervising accounting teams, cash management and optimizing financial performance. What motivates her is supporting leaders and entrepreneurs by creating practical tools to facilitate decision-making. Passionate about the diversity of challenges, she stands out for her ability to design unique and impactful solutions adapted to each situation.
Rudy Laurent
CPA
Finance Director / CFO
With a career spanning over 20 years, Rudy is recognized for his ability to navigate complex environments, ranging from publicly traded companies (TSX, SEC, SEDAR) to large-scale private enterprises. His cross-sector expertise—encompassing mining, high-tech, real estate, and manufacturing—makes him a versatile partner for any organization seeking rigor and strategic vision. An IFRS specialist, Rudy excels in multi-entity and multi-currency financial statement consolidation, as well as the production of high-precision Management’s Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) reports. A natural leader, he has managed accounting teams while serving as a strategic right hand to executive management and boards of directors. His expertise covers the entire financial cycle: from treasury management and financial modeling to the rigorous documentation of internal controls (ICFR). Rudy also stands out for his agility in handling special projects, such as merger integration, the valuation of complex financial instruments, and securing financing. Backed by significant international experience, Rudy combines technical proficiency with strong leadership to maximize the success and sound governance of the companies he supports.
Alex Chhon
CPA
Finance Controler
With extensive expertise in financial planning and analysis (FP&A) and budgeting, Alex stands out for his analytical mindset, rigor, and ability to transform complex financial data into strategic assets for organizations. He possesses deep expertise in financial analysis, advanced modeling, and accounting standards (IFRS and ASPE). His professional background with leading consulting firms and financial institutions enables him to provide a comprehensive perspective on the financial and operational challenges facing growing companies. Throughout his career, he has contributed to engagements involving financial restructuring, budget forecasting, auditing, and the implementation and optimization of ERP systems. Recognized for his efficiency and leadership, he has quickly distinguished himself through his ability to support management teams in decision-making and financial performance improvement. Curious, entrepreneurial, and solution-oriented, Alex combines a strong command of technology with a human-centric, collaborative approach. His goal is to provide entrepreneurs with a clear, structured financial perspective to support their growth and strategic decision-making.
Fouad Raji
CPA
Finance Director / CFO
With over 18 years of experience in corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, and multi-currency treasury management, he excels within complex environments, including Fortune 500 companies and private equity-backed portfolios. A true strategic partner to CEOs and Boards of Directors, he has led multi-site finance teams across several countries. His career is highlighted by major successes: modeling large-scale transactions, optimizing capital structures, and executing complex post-merger integrations that captured millions in annual synergies. Recognized for his rigorous approach and global vision, Fouad is an expert in post-merger integration, risk management, and corporate governance. What motivates him on a daily basis is making financial complexity accessible to empower entrepreneurs and designing tailored solutions that create a lasting impact on the growth of their businesses.
Meggie Dargis
CPA
Finance Controler
Drawing on extensive expertise gained at major firms and in corporate financial management, Meggie stands out for her analytical mindset and operational rigor. A specialist in financial restructuring, budget forecasting, and advanced modeling, she offers a comprehensive perspective on the strategic challenges facing high-growth companies. Throughout her career, she has advised major organizations on financial performance, liquidity, and risk mitigation. A true business partner, she has led complex engagements involving treasury management, working capital optimization, and the securing of large-scale financing and surety structures. Her solid professional background also includes sector-specific financial management, where she oversees the full accounting cycle, process improvements, and the implementation of internal management systems. Recognized for her solution-oriented leadership and ability to perform effectively under pressure, she combines exceptional technical expertise with a top-tier academic background in accounting and finance.
Nicolas Marcotte
Marketing
Talent acquisition / Strategy
An experienced manager, Nicolas has successfully built high-performing teams for the various companies he has supported. Drawing on his background in marketing and digital transformation, he helps boost CFO Montréal’s profile. Nicolas excels at understanding the objectives of various stakeholders and finding the common ground needed to forge win-win partnerships.
Francine Laporte
Directrice Générale
With over 25 years of multidisciplinary expertise, Francine excels at propelling companies through every stage of their growth. Her career is defined by a remarkable command of complex business environments, having led initiatives ranging from financial turnarounds to serving as the financial head of publicly traded (TSX) companies. A true systems architect, she possesses specialized experience in implementing cutting-edge ERP solutions and automating accounting processes. Her strategic vision has driven major achievements, including IPOs, cross-border mergers and acquisitions, and multiple financing rounds with private and institutional investors. Audrey is an expert in strategic financial management, specializing in restructuring, mergers and acquisitions, and financial planning. She also excels in supervising accounting teams, cash management and optimizing financial performance. What motivates her is supporting leaders and entrepreneurs by creating practical tools to facilitate decision-making. Passionate about the diversity of challenges, she stands out for her ability to design unique and impactful solutions adapted to each situation.