Jean-Paul Robicheau
Fredericton,NB
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven executive with a proven track record in developing and executing innovative go-to-market (GTM) strategies to drive business growth and market expansion. Adept at aligning cross-functional teams, leveraging market insights, and harnessing emerging technologies to create a competitive advantage. Known for transforming vision into actionable plans that accelerate revenue, increase market share, and enhance brand presence. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
VP Strategic Projects
Meta Materials Inc
03.2023 - Current
- Responsible for financial incentive negotiations with various provincial and state governments related to META’s growth strategies in North America and abroad
- Responsible for the continued development of major projects and partnerships including private sector and public sector organizations.
President & Founder
2net0 Global
01.2020 - Current
- Providing professional consulting services focused on strategic sector growth strategies, business, and partnership development, government relations and site selections services
VP Investment & Workforce Attraction
Opportunities New Brunswick
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Developed and executed on the new direction and operational strategy for ONB’s Investment Attraction & Workforce Attraction Divisions focused on sector growth, attracting high value firms from strategic international locations & sectors such as digital health, cyber security, and ICT
- Co-founder of Cyber NB
Director, Investment Attraction
Nova Scotia Business Inc.
01.2004 - 01.2014
- Developed, led, and executed the FDI strategy and sales activity for the province’s economic development agency (NSBI) focused on the growth of the financial services sector in Nova Scotia
- Successfully negotiated over $75 million in financial incentive contracts attracting some of the world’s largest firms to NS.
- Held senior business development roles in the wireless/telecommunications, data center services and cybersecurity sectors with Atlantic Systems Group, C1 Communications, Sprint Canada, and 360 Networks.
Education
Skills
- Leadership
- Partner Development
- Proposal Writing
- Marketing and Communications
- Needs Analysis
- Strategic / Tactical Planning
- Corporate Culture
- High Stakes Negotiations
- Innovator
- Problem-Solving
- Supervision and leadership
- Multitasking Abilities
- Public Speaking
- Decision-Making
- Self-Directed
- Cultural Awareness
- Relationship Building
- Team building
- Analytical Thinking
- Calm Under Pressure
- Fluent in French and English
Activities
- Volunteer coach at Wostawea Cross Country Ski Club, Fredericton Minor Baseball and Capital Area Minor Football
- Participant and fund raiser for Heart & Stroke Foundation’s Hockey Heroes program
- Competed in the Ironman Triathlon & New York Marathon as well as numerous 36-hour adventure races
References
Available upon request
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Timeline
VP Strategic Projects
Meta Materials Inc
03.2023 - Current
President & Founder
2net0 Global
01.2020 - Current
VP Investment & Workforce Attraction
Opportunities New Brunswick
01.2015 - 01.2020
Director, Investment Attraction
Nova Scotia Business Inc.
01.2004 - 01.2014
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