Rémi Fournier (he/him)

Rémi, a seasoned entrepreneur, has made significant contributions to various industries, including telecommunications, digital advertising, could computing and software technologies. As a co-founder of Fibrenoire, the largest fiber optic network exclusively dedicated to businesses in Canada, Rémi played a pivotal role in its exponential growth, achieving over 4,000% per year growth from the first round of financing to the successful exit. In his role as CRO, he led a dynamic team, implementing effective sales strategies, hyper-growth organizational structures, successful product commercialization and led the M&A strategy for the company. His unique combination of an engineering background and technical skills equips him with a profound understanding of industry workings, enabling him to identify emerging trends and enhance business performance. He founded Pinacle Road Capital in 2013 with the goal to invest ten percent of estate capital in early stage ventures, building a significant portfolio as a diversification strategy. He is also a Cycle Momentum Entrepreneur in Residence and beyond his professional endeavors, Rémi is a dedicated father and is passionate about environmental sustainability. He is also a proud organic farmer and owns a small vineyard in the Eastern Townships, so wine enthusiasts, please reach out! He has a BA in Computer Engineering, MA in Industrial Engineering and an Executive MBA. Rémi has recently joined BDC Capital as Partner in Industry, Clean Energy & Technology and the Sustainability Venture Funds and manages over half-billion of venture capital to be invested.