Team and Partners

Dave Caissy, Eng., M.Eng., NPDP, PMP, CPM, CPMM

Founder/ Managing Partner

Dave advises national and international organizations on the implementation of efficient strategies and business processes to enhance their performance in managing and directing innovation and product management. He has earned a solid reputation in the industry over the past 25 years, as well as having taught at various institutions of higher learning in Canada and Europe.

Samuel Courtemanche, Eng., M.Eng., NPDP

Content Director and Principal

Samuel advises organizations on the management and execution of their innovation activities. His expertise covers the definition of a winning innovation strategy, assessment of organizational innovation capacity, managing innovation projects, evaluating the performance of innovation and bringing new products to market.

Vincent Levis

Director of Marketing, Membership, and Partnerships

With over 10 years of experience in the service and innovation industry, Vincent has played a key role in the exponential growth of the Innovation Leaders Club, managing all aspects of its operations. He holds a Master’s degree in Marketing from UQAM and studied at Negocia (France), Washington University in St. Louis, and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. A published author and recipient of research grants, he combines academic expertise with hands-on experience in marketing, event management, and strategic partnerships.

Gabriel Tranquille

Graphic Designer

Gabriel is the Graphic Designer of Innovation Leaders Club and Audax Innovation.

Kasandra Christina Patam-Wolanski

Executive Assistant to Innovators

Kasandra is an experienced Executive Assistant supporting innovators across North America, Europe, and the United Kingdom since 2011. She studied at De La Salle University – Dasmariñas, a French-run institution, with postgraduate research degree and experience. With expertise in research, content development, web management, and digital initiatives, she assists in project coordination and process optimization, helping drive innovation-focused initiatives forward.