Claude B. Duhamel is one of those remarkable men who have built their careers from the ground up without neglecting their social responsibilities. A born entrepreneur, blessed with a multitude of talents, he has distinguished himself in many business and philanthropic A visionary and a great strategist, he is participating actively in the financing of over 200 businesses with total investments exceeding $2 billion. Known for his vast expertise in the area of new technology, he is also a consultant for companies eager to optimize their activities. In spite of his busy schedule - suffice it to say Mr. Duhamel prefers by far working to sleeping - he has an impressive list of volunteer activities to his credit, in areas as diverse as international development, community health, sport and postsecondary studies to name just a few. At various times, Mr. Duhamel has been involved as:Ambassador for The Little Elves Foundation Partner of the Foundation for Athletic ExcellenceVolunteer martial art instructor, as a 3rd dan black beltEx-Founding President of the Canadian Kiokushinkay Karate AssociationEx-President of CARE (Quebec)Guest lecturer with undergraduate and graduate study programs at Hautes Études Commerciales (HEC) and McGill UniversityA father of three children, Claude Duhamel does not hesitate to encourage young people to believe in their "crazy ideas" and to express them loud and clear. Specialties: Financing and acquisition