AXXEL HR - Key Persons


Anthony Giampalma

Job Titles:
  • Talent Acquisition Consultant
Anthony is currently in the midst of completing his Bachelor's degree in Human Relations, while simultaneously gaining over 5 years of experience in Talent Acquisition and Recruitment. Having worked closely with HR and Labour Relations teams, attention to detail is one of his many strengths. Drawing on his educational knowledge and work experience, he is eager and determined in facing new challenges. Outside the office, he is an avid hockey and soccer fan and loves to travel.

Bria McVay

Job Titles:
  • HR Consultant
Bria has over 20 years of experience working as a Senior Human Resource and Recruitment Consultant. She is a client-focused relationship management expert. Her strategic thinking addresses business needs within a diversified client base, with her most recent mandates focused on start-up, small and medium organizations that are positioning themselves for growth. She is passionate about her work and listens and responds to her clients as a confident and articulate communicator. She works collaboratively to deliver Human Resource and recruitment services tailored to her client's needs

Catherine Fournier-Leduc

Job Titles:
  • Marketing and Communications Intern
After obtaining a Bachelor of Arts and Science in East Asian Studies, Catherine decided that her true passion was graphic design. She is currently completing a degree in graphic design at Marie-Victorin College. In her role as Marketing and Communications Intern, Catherine supports all branding activities as well as internal and external communications. In her spare time, Catherine enjoys volunteering her time to support cancer research. She loves discovering world cuisine and different cultures, as well as photography.

Chantale Painchaud

Job Titles:
  • HR Consultant
  • Human Resources Business Partner
Highly regarded by her clients, Chantale is an experienced bilingual Human Resources Business Partner. Her excellent business acumen, team spirit and broad range of knowledge and experience acquired over the past 35 years allow her to identify key issues and then translate concepts into practical and impactful activities. Her dynamic, creative and rigorous approach quickly fosters a climate of collaboration and trust. She uses her strategic and tactical skills brilliantly to help meet our clients' human resources challenges in various and complex organizational contexts. She masters the human aspect to maximize its potential in achieving organizational performance.

Daniel Bureau - CFO

Job Titles:
  • Chief Financial Officer
  • Partner
  • Partner, Chief Financial Officer / Director Payroll & Benefits
As Chief Financial Officer for the past 10 years, Daniel's resolve and devotion is recognized by all who cross his path. He is energetic and friendly and is able to create a great, harmonious working environment. When asked which movie title best depicts the story of his life, the answer is "The Working Man" which further proves his dedication to the work he does. In all projects, he will give you 100% to guarantee that you get exactly what you need. He has a creative sense of humor and loves to laugh. He is active in various sports and is a dedicated family man.

Dayna McCarthy

Job Titles:
  • HR Consultant
Dayna has extensive global HR Outsourcing experience with a strong background in HR Service Centre operations, HRIS implementations, and major HR change projects. She assists her clients in elevating their HR delivery and empower employees to excel. Outside the office, Dayna can be found at the arena or at her sewing machine, when not chasing after her three children.

Eric Haggar

Job Titles:
  • Ing.
Eric is passionate about building the foundation for growth and success in the business by leading his teams as a people and culture leader. His track record for strategic thinking and project management has allowed for many successful accomplishments. His current position, as the president/CEO of a successful family-owned consulting business which has diversified into Consulting for Mergers & Acquisitions and acquiring various HR Consulting companies. On a personal note, Eric is active in many associations, an all-season sports enthusiast, as a coach and player, passionate about boating, family and loyal friendships.

Florence Poirier-bourassa CRHA

Job Titles:
  • HR Consultant
Florence is a dynamic professional, with 3 years of experience in SMEs in various mandates as a Human Resources Generalist, she understands well how to respond to business issues while protecting the human factor. She is committed to maintaining professional ethics and ensuring continuous enrichment of her practice. Her determination and interpersonal skills are among the qualities that she knows how to put to good use in all the mandates that she works on.

Gabriela Sibulo

Job Titles:
  • Sales and Marketing Coordinator
Gabriela has over 5 years' experience in customer service, sales and marketing. Driven by her creativity and passion, she takes pride in providing original ideas and using her imagination to overcome challenges by using the resources on hand. As a Sales and Marketing Coordinator, her goals include the success and growth of the company. In addition to her primary job functions, Gabriela has been recognized for supporting the team, and cheering everyone up with her contagious smile. When she's not working, you can find her training for her next 10k race or walking her dog that came with her from Venezuela.

Hélène Métras

Job Titles:
  • Consultant
Hélène has been working in the field of HR for over 30 years, specifically in talent acquisition for the past 7 years. She favors honest, solid and human relationships. She stands out for her speed in handling the recruitment mandates that are entrusted to her, in a professional manner while maintaining a close business relationship with her clients. She is recognized by clients for her ability to listen, her quick understanding of their needs, her diplomacy and her sound judgment. She is able to juggle multiple mandates at once, while providing an exceptional experience to candidates and outstanding customer service to her clients.

Jeff Mignault - VP of Sales

Job Titles:
  • Director of Sales
  • Leader
Jeff is an effective leader and team player with a knack for building strong relationships with clients, showcasing our services to suit their needs. His dedication to our Helping Hands philanthropic activity has allowed him the privilege to distribute prosthetic hands to amputees in the Dominican Republic. Originally from Montreal now living in Fergus, Ontario his passion for sales is only exceeded by his love for the Canadiens. In the off-season, Jeff can be found nurturing his garden or fishing.

Jenny Simpson

Job Titles:
  • HR Consultant
Jenny brings 20 years of experience in the Human Resources field. She has worked in the public sector as well as the private sector during her career. Her previous roles include Human Resources Consultant, Corporate Training and Development Manager and Teaching in the HR program at a Community College. She also started the Physician Recruitment Program for the Region of Niagara recruiting Family Physicians to this underserviced area. She Specializes in assisting clients with training and development, the talent acquisition process, employee relations, conflict resolution, career management and teambuilding. Jenny has a track record of success.

Jessica Benabou

Job Titles:
  • Director, Talent Acquisition
Jessica held several management roles in banking, where she successfully led several teams as a Branch Manager and most recently as a Talent Acquisition Partner, which allowed her to recruit, and innovate in the highly competitive Quebec market. As a people manager, she prides herself on developing her employees and seeing them grow professionally. Her employees' success motivates her to keep pushing boundaries; she is always aiming for excellence. Outside of the office, she loves to travel, bake, and spend endless hours with her husband and three children at the arena. She is also very dedicated to philanthropy, community, and volunteerism. She has a strong sense of compassion and is always willing to assist others.

Kim Blake

Job Titles:
  • HR Consultant
Kim is an innovator with over twenty years of diversified HR experience, including pharmaceuticals and consumer products. She is known for her organizational design thinking and proven ability to guide SMEs and Global 500 organizations through rapid change, she offers vision, expertise and business savvy to our clients and team. When she isn't solving problems for grateful clients, Kim loves live music (she created an annual, international music festival in the aughts), globetrotting with family, as well as spicy, clever dinner conversation with good friends.

Kim Cunningham

Job Titles:
  • Coordinator

Kristina Ganten

Job Titles:
  • HR Manager
Kristina's positive energy, insight, adaptability and communication skills allow her to collaborate and lead teams successfully. She has over nine years of HR experience in many different sectors. She is trilingual and her experience as an Educator has facilitated her transition to our Training and Development Team. When she's not busy motivating others during training, she enjoys playing sports (ringette, softball, swimming and tennis) and spending time with family and friends.

Larissa Ruiz

Job Titles:
  • Sales Manager
Larissa is a bilingual sales professional with over eight years of experience in sales management in several regional markets including Quebec, Ontario and British Columbia. Her best-in-class growth mindset always supports her success. She can effectively pull team

Laurie Carignan Cria

Job Titles:
  • HR Consultant
Laurie has close to 10 years of experience in industrial relations as a human resources generalist within an SME environment. Her strong business sense and good judgment allow her to respond and take action when faced with critical and important issues. Compassion and understanding are at the heart of her practice and allows her to align the needs of employees with those of the organization. Dedicated and open-minded she will meet your expectations while respecting your needs and organizational values.

Louis Ducharme

Job Titles:
  • HR Consultant
With over 15 years of experience in human resources, mostly with technology companies as an HR Business Partner, Louis stands out for his ability to support managers to optimize the employee experience and develop HR practices that add value and shape the culture of organizations. Louis has also offered his expertise for nearly 5 years as a human resources consultant and management coach with various Montreal companies. Open-minded and creative, Louis offers customized solutions in line with the unique needs of his clients. Graduate with a Bachelor's degree in communication (human relations) from UQAM, he also loves to travel and get to know people from different cultures around the world.

Marie-eve Pasquarellli

Job Titles:
  • Talent Acquisition Consultant
Marie-Eve's many years as an Employment Counsellor have led her to identify the skills and expertise of candidates in order to attract the best talent. In addition to offering human and professional support, she proposes innovative ideas in the staffing process. Marie-Eve approaches challenges head on and with positivity. Her dynamism and creativity allow her to easily adapt to any situation.

Marie-Josée Bisson

Job Titles:
  • HR Consultant
  • HR Leader
Marie-Josée is a bilingual HR leader with over 25 years of experience. She holds a Master's degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology and has had the privilege of leading HR teams in various sectors. Marie-Josée has a solid background in performance optimization, change management, strategic planning, organizational transformation, coaching, training & development and staffing. Her extensive experience and positive attitude give her the agility to understand and support small and large organizations alike. Her passion is to support business success through best practices in human resources.

Marie-Ève Pasquarelli

Job Titles:
  • Talent Acquisition Consultant

Maryse Carriere

Job Titles:
  • Payroll & Benefits Coordinator
Maryse has over 15 years of experience in human resources, payroll, administration, and finance. She has worked in many different industries including engineering, pharmaceutical, and construction as well as non-profit organizations with a mission to help children and seniors. She is extraordinarily caring and motivated by her love of learning and curiosity about the world. She strives to build a great relationship with her clients and colleagues. Outside of work hours, she enjoys gardening, biking, skiing, golfing, oil painting and caring for her three adorable cats. She is also very involved in philanthropic and volunteer activities. She has a great sense of compassion and is always willing to help others.

Micheline Emond

Job Titles:
  • HR Consultant
Micheline has a diverse background as HR Advisor, HR Business Partner and HR Manager. She has experience in program development and implementation and has led companies through mergers; bringing different cultures together. With coaching skills and her ability to build strong relationships, she keeps a focus on the wellbeing of the teams she supports. She has a keen passion for personal and professional development and to see her clients reach their goals. On her time off, you will find her immersed in her love of jazz or hiking in the woods.

Najuri Maeda

Job Titles:
  • Talent Acquisition Consultant
Najuri has been working in Talent Acquisition and Human Resources since obtaining her Bachelor's degree in Psychology. She is currently completing her graduate diploma in Human Resources Management. Having worked on roles in retail, operations and banking, with a specialty in technology and engineering, she has an established skillset and is eager to gain new knowledge. Najuri benefits from her experience with full-cycle recruitment and HR shared services to assist clients in achieving their goals. Whenever she can, she loves to travel and further develop her language skills (English, French, Mandarin, Spanish, German and Japanese), play video games competitively, and hang out with her cat Luna.

Nicole Hogenbirk

Job Titles:
  • HR Consultant
Nicole has over 10 years of HR experience and is passionate about HR initiatives that transform organizations from the inside out and make a real difference. She is known for her ability to build relationships and deliver results with creativity and flexibility. These qualities are essential to finding great HR solutions for her clients. She enjoys cooking, exploring new places and, most importantly, spending time with family and friends.

Patricia Belben

Job Titles:
  • HR Consultant
Patricia has over 20 years of HR and career development expertise. She is a talented HR consultant who particularly enjoys transformational change for individuals and companies to help them become more successful and fulfilled. Patricia is passionate and enthusiastic; her focus is on helping companies reach their potential. She is driven by helping others succeed but when she is in need of relaxation and recuperation, she can be found enjoying the sunrays by the ocean.

Renza Vissa

Job Titles:
  • HR Consultant
Renza's adventurous spirit and impressive HR background make Renza an excellent Senior HR Consultant. She has a proven record of empowering top-tier leaders to make strategic organizational changes that drive their businesses forward. Her knowledge of performance management, talent acquisition and development, conflict management, workplace investigations, employee relations across many industries makes her a powerhouse in her field.

Shelley Brown

Job Titles:
  • Learning & Development Consultant

Stéphanie Ménard

Job Titles:
  • Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant
  • Talent Acquisition Consultant
Stéphanie is currently pursuing a university degree in Human Resources Management. Her extensive background in business development has allowed her to hone her listening and analytical skills which enable her to effectively assist our clients in their search for the best talent. With her boundless energy and her sharp sense of humor, Stéphanie is an exceptional collaborator with whom you will enjoy working.

Suzanne Penney

Job Titles:
  • Executive Assistant
Suzanne is self-driven and bilingual, with a successful track record in various businesses, focused on a high level of customer satisfaction and service and promotional activities. Known as a passionate, adaptable person who is willing to accept challenges and is comfortable with change. She communicates effectively at various levels while acting as a liaison between managers and employees. Her ability to promote a culture of open communication and trust is highly valued. Her appreciation for the outdoors, particularly golf courses and ski hills keep her connected with nature.

Valérie Campeau

Job Titles:
  • Payroll & Benefits Coordinator
Valerie's first position as Accounting Clerk introduced her to the world of payroll, and it was love at first sight. She has obtained professional diplomas in accounting and is currently working on earning her Payroll Compliance Specialist Certification. When asked what attracted her most to the field of payroll, she said: "Maintaining a routine while the laws and regulations are constantly changing ." She is not limited to working in accounting, she also has experience working in HR which makes her a versatile team member.

Vicky Pelchat

Job Titles:
  • Talent Acquisition Consultant
Vicky is an experienced retail trade professional with over 20 years of experience as a manager. Having worked closely with the Human Resources Department over these years, she has developed skills in performance management, recruitment and selection process, integration and training. In constant contact with staff and clients, she is known for her professionalism, excellent personalized service, proactivity and problem-solving skills. Vicky is a very attentive, detail-oriented and extremely organized consultant. She offers her clients an efficient service based on long-term satisfaction while respecting their objectives and goals.

Yves Bélanger

Job Titles:
  • HR Consultant
Yves has over 20 years of experience in Management and Human Resources Consulting. He specializes in organizational training and development, company structure, roles evaluations, corporate policies, employee mobilization, compensation, pay equity, performance management and coaching.