Nadine Groulx, Agricultural and Maple-Producing Entrepreneur

Sainte-Edwidge, Quebec

  • Elected independent director since 2017
  • End of current term: 2026
  • Chair, Caisse Desjardins des Verts-Sommets de l’Estrie Board of Directors. Desjardins caisse director since 2001

Key areas of expertise

  • Organizational culture and cooperative business model
  • Sustainable development and responsible finance
  • Business ethics and professional conduct
  • Strategic vision (agricultural sector)

Professional experience

Nadine is the co-owner of a farm and a maple-producing business. She has served as the president and vice-president of various organizations supporting the next generation of Quebec farmers. She's currently the president of the Conseil québécois de la coopération et de la mutualité, where she launched an initiative to modernize its governance. She also worked as a mentor in Université de Sherbrooke's MBA program.

Roles at Desjardins:

  • Director and Secretary, Desjardins Financial Corporation
  • Director, Desjardins Trust; Chair, Desjardins Trust Review Committee
  • Desjardins Representative, Conseil québécois de la coopération et de la mutualité

Federation board committees and commissions:

  • Chair, Corporate Governance and Responsible Finance Commission
  • Member, CEO Selection Committee
  • Member, Human Resources Commission