Paul Fortin

Paul Fortin has a diverse work experience in business development and advisory roles. Paul currently serves as the Chief Business Development Officer - Canada at Xybion Corporation, a global SaaS company in the life sciences industry. Prior to this, they worked as an Advisor in business development for Samuel Associates and JN Nova. Paul also served as an Advisor in the Defence & Security Practice Group at Keynote Search. Paul has board director experience at KWESST Micro Systems Inc., where they focused on developing technology applications for the defence and security community. Paul previously worked as a Senior Associate in business development for David Pratt & Associates and held multiple roles at Borden Ladner Gervais LLP, including Director of International Business Development, Director of Business Development Defence & Security, Director of Business Development Intellectual Property, and National Capital Manager of Business Development. Earlier in their career, Paul served as a Manager in marketing and business development at Gowling WLG and as an Acting Executive Director at BioTalent Canada. Paul started their career as a Product Marketing Manager at Crosskeys Systems. Overall, Paul has a strong background in business development and strategic consulting across various industries.

Paul Fortin attended Ashbury College from 1981 to 1985 where they graduated with a High School degree. Paul then pursued further education at Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology from 1986 to 1989, earning a Diploma in Advertising Graphic Design. Continuing their education, Paul attended Carleton University from 1990 to 1993, focusing on Political Science without obtaining a specific degree. Lastly, they returned to Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology from 1992 to 1995 and successfully completed a Diploma in Marketing Management.