Current Projects

François says: “Client satisfaction is the underlying goal behind every project. However, clients are becoming increasingly demanding of the services we provide.” The challenge of finding innovative ways to improve clients’ businesses and create client satisfaction is the most exciting aspect of François’ job.

Working on Global Teams

François’ advice to recruits: “Stay with Accenture as long as you can! Refuse the job offers you get when you are with us. Open your mind, eyes, and ears…you learn so much as an employee here, without even realizing it. You will not find another organization where you grow faster as an individual.”

Putting Skills to Work

François says his relationship with Accenture began after noticing a brochure in his university student lounge. Raised in Montreal, he completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Montreal, obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. However, his greatest interest lay in applying his knowledge of technology and information systems to business processes. Seeing the brochure convinced him that Accenture would provide him with the greatest opportunity for professional satisfaction and growth. François first started with Accenture in 1983 as an analyst in the Products operating group, grew in responsibilities to senior manager over 10 years, left, and after five years working in the food industry, he returned to Accenture as a senior executive in 1998.

Personal Satisfaction

François works hard to ensure he is home to spend quality time with his family. It might mean starting work early, or staying late, but he tries to maximize the quality of his time at home. In his spare time, he acts as the vice president of the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada (Québec Division). He sponsors the annual United Way Campaign in the Montreal office and also tries to keep some control over his three teenagers.