With an engineering background complemented by a master’s and a Ph.D. in engineering specializing in marine biotechnology, Jihed Bentahar leads innovation and commercialization at CIDCO.

In this role, Dr. Bentahar focuses on technological advancement, strategic partnership development, and technology transfer to market. His work revolves around trend analysis, service adaptation, and the promotion of technological breakthroughs.

With over twenty years of experience in applied research and innovation, Mr. Frédérick Blouin has held the position of General Manager of CIDCO since 2025.

His career is distinguished by strong, mobilizing leadership, solid expertise in organizational management, and a deep understanding of the innovation ecosystem in Québec. He has successfully led growth strategies, the development of strategic partnerships, and the advancement of research in multidisciplinary contexts.

Mr. Erik Lapointe, General Manager of REFORMAR, has over 15 years of experience in the maritime sector. He oversees the management of financial, human, and material resources, ensuring operational excellence and the strategic development of the organization.

An expert in maritime operations management, compliance with safety standards, and strategic contract negotiations, he is recognized for his leadership and his ability to actively contribute to ambitious initiatives in marine science and technology.

Ms. Geneviève McCormack is a retired executive, formerly Director General of the Canadian Hydrographic Service (2018–2023) at Fisheries and Oceans Canada.

Previously, she served as Director General of Monitoring and Data Services at the Meteorological Service of Canada, within Environment and Climate Change Canada (2012-2018), as well as Director at Natural Resources Canada.

With an engineering background, complemented by a Master's and a PhD in engineering specialized in marine biotechnology, Jihed Bentahar leads innovation and commercialization at CIDCO. 

In his role, Mr. Bentahar is dedicated to technological evolution, the development of strategic partnerships, and the transfer of technology to the market. His activities focus on trend analysis, adapting the offering, and enhancing the value of technological advancements.

Vishwa earned his Master of Computer Science degree from the University of New Brunswick in 2023.

With a rich experience of 27 years as a technician in the automotive field. Mr. Guimond is now proud to be part of the CIDCO staff He joined the team in August 2022 as an Equipment Technician and Storekeeper.

In 2008, Dominic obtained a DEC in biomedical analysis and began a career as a laboratory technician in microbiology at the Rimouski hospital. During the 13 years he spent in this position, he had the opportunity to work on the implementation of a new computer system, which made him discover a world full of possibilities.

In the fall of 2020, he began studying computer science by correspondence at Université Laval. Dominic quickly developed an interest in Python programming, artificial intelligence and relational databases.