Odile Rivard

Director of Communications since May 2024, Odile Rivard is responsible for promoting the Foundation's mission and initiatives, as well as highlighting the many research projects of its community and their impact on our society.

With a bachelor's degree in business administration from the Université du Québec à Montréal, Odile has over 25 years' experience in communications and marketing. Before joining the Foundation, she worked as Director of Communications and Marketing for the Cancer Research Society and for NOVIPRO, a technology firm. She has also held management and consulting positions at Quebecor Media and advertising agencies (BBDO, Leo Burnett, Martel & co.).

In addition to her work with the Foundation, Odile is a member of the Board of Directors of C.I.Eau (le Centre d'interprétation de l'eau), whose mission is to promote the protection and responsible use of water.