Mathieu Marcotte
Brossard,Qc
Summary
Seasoned manager and strategic advisor with 20 years of experience, offering a diverse skill set that includes international and government relations, consulting, strategic positioning, communications, social responsibility, public policy, and artificial intelligence. Emphasis on building relationships to foster trust and cohesion, enabling teams to navigate and overcome challenges effectively. Demonstrates proven adaptability in fast-paced environments with shifting priorities, enhancing versatility and responsiveness to emerging needs. Committed to continuous learning and professional growth to remain ahead in a dynamic landscape.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
AI Governance Consultant, Founder
Phronesis
Montreal, QC
07.2025 - Current
- Developed successful solutions tailored to clients' specific needs
- Led cross-functional teams to develop strategic initiatives aligning with client goals.
- Managed multi-million dollar projects with internal and external stakeholders.
- Wrote and edited reports, proposals, and presentations for clients.
- Established effective relationships with customers, vendors, and stakeholders at all organizational levels.
- Analyzed market trends to inform business strategies and enhance client outcomes.
- Collaborated with clients to identify challenges and propose innovative solutions tailored to needs.
- Phronesis is a consulting company in the governance of artificial intelligence. We support public and private organizations define their AI needs, increase their AI literacy and adopt responsible AI governance strategies.
Director, Partnerships and Ecosystems, Co-Founder
CEIMIA
Montreal, QC
06.2020 - 03.2025
- Managed national and international government relations with 40+ governments
- Cultivated relationships with key internal and external stakeholders
- Co-developed and implemented organizational strategy
- Co-designed and supervised consulting mechanisms for governments
- Drafted roadmaps and high-level briefing documents
- Designed and led the communication strategy and team
- Created and managed budgets (1M$/y)
- Acted as spokesperson at international events, roundtables, workshops, and bilateral meetings
- Structured the organization's growth strategy
- Directed all aspects of project management including planning, budgeting, staffing, training, scheduling, monitoring, and reporting
- Led international missions, events, and delegations
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize resource allocation and streamline processes.
- Oversaw budget management, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and financial sustainability.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
Vice-President, Partnerships
Continuum Foundation
01.2019 - 06.2022
- Structured, registered, and managed the Foundation operations
- Developed the organization's strategic positioning in collaboration with the founders
- Led the “Tech for Good” program, managing relations with international expert committees, strategic partnerships, and global outreach
- Provided leadership in developing corporate vision, mission, values, and culture.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive programs aligned with foundation's mission and values.
- Directed the planning and execution of new projects.
Head of Community Relations and Special Projects
Element AI
01.2018 - 06.2020
- Designed and executed strategies to build relationships with the AI ecosystem and local communities in Montreal, Toronto, London, Singapore, and Seoul
- Led and deployed large-scale marketing campaigns
- Managed multi-sector projects within fast-paced, tech-driven environments
- Oversaw deliverables across multiple teams simultaneously
- Developed partnerships with international organizations
- Spokesperson at international events and in strategic partnerships
- Public speaker on the societal impacts of AI
- Launched the first Canadian residency program in Art & AI
- Hosted and coordinated visits from international delegations
- Organized events such as webinars, conferences, meet-ups aimed at enhancing customer experience and building relationships with stakeholders.
- Managed budgeting process for all projects related to community management initiatives.
Strategic Advisor and Political Organizer
Various positions for Federal, Provincial and Municipal Officials
03.2008 - 12.2017
- Acted as strategic advisor on a wide range of subjects and policy issues
- Managed communications, staff, budgets, and strategic planning for multiple elected officials and ministers at the three main levels of Government
- Advised officials on best practices for stakeholder engagement and community outreach strategies.
- Maintained a deep understanding of current economic conditions, regulatory changes, technological advancements, and other external factors impacting society
- Oversaw activities of several thousand members of political parties
- Managed and coordinated electoral organizations
- Directed multidisciplinary teams comprising hundreds of volunteers, employees, and elected officials
- Led teams, strategy, deployment, and communications for fourteen election campaigns under strict legal, financial, and time constraints
Executive Director
Action Longueuil
01.2017 - 06.2017
- Managed the political party of the mayor of Québec's fifth-largest city
- Designed and implemented strategic planning, communications strategy, and internal processes
- Supervised and trained staff, party members, and volunteers
- Managed party budgets and oversaw all financial activities
- Conducted impact assessments of strategic orientations
- Directed strategic initiatives to enhance community engagement
Lawyer
Dionne, Gertler, Schultz, SENCRL
02.2006 - 02.2008
- Represented national and international organizations on matters related to constitutional, environmental, and indigenous law.
- Assisted attorneys in preparing for trials by researching relevant laws, investigating facts, and locating pertinent information.
- Conducted extensive legal research and analysis to support client cases.
- Analyzed complex legal issues while providing sound advice to clients.
- Advised clients on legal rights and obligations in various practice areas.
Education
J.D. - Transnational Law
University of Sherbrooke
Sherbrooke, QCBachelor's Degree - law
University of Sherbrooke
Sherbrooke, QCSkills
- Integrity and honesty
- Relationship management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Client relationships
- Strategic planning
- Problem-solving
- Curiosity
LANGUAGES
French Native
English Advanced
PUBLICATIONS (IN FRENCH)
Développements récents en droit de l’énergie (2007) — La participation élargie aux décisions en matière d’énergie : les groupes environnementaux et les Autochtones devant la Régie de l’énergie du Québec (co-published with Mr. Franklin Gertler and Ms. Barbara Cuber)
TRAINING
- Non violent communication
- Giving and receiving feedback
- Workshop creation
- Seminar on economic integration
- Seminar on International Organizations: Law and Practice
- Negotiation and arbitration workshops
- Model UN (NMUN) with Honors
Timeline
AI Governance Consultant, Founder
Phronesis
07.2025 - Current
Director, Partnerships and Ecosystems, Co-Founder
CEIMIA
06.2020 - 03.2025
Vice-President, Partnerships
Continuum Foundation
01.2019 - 06.2022
Head of Community Relations and Special Projects
Element AI
01.2018 - 06.2020
Executive Director
Action Longueuil
01.2017 - 06.2017
Strategic Advisor and Political Organizer
Various positions for Federal, Provincial and Municipal Officials
03.2008 - 12.2017
Lawyer
Dionne, Gertler, Schultz, SENCRL
02.2006 - 02.2008
J.D. - Transnational Law
University of Sherbrooke
Bachelor's Degree - law
University of Sherbrooke