Yan Avery is an experienced Software Architect currently employed at Upgrade, Inc. since November 2024, and serves as an Advisor and Expert in Desjardins' Startup in Residence Program. With a strong advisory role at Fintech Cadence and as a Mentor for both Techstars and Plato, Yan has provided significant contributions to various organizations. As Co-Founder and CTO of Budge, Yan is focused on building a fintech startup aimed at promoting financial wellness. Previous positions include Chief Technology Officer at Expertus, an IBM Company, and Engineering Lead roles at Zola and AppDirect, where Yan played key roles in expanding teams and enhancing engineering capabilities. Yan holds a degree in Microprocessors from UQAM and has a strong foundation in software development and technology management across multiple sectors.
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