WE ARE DAMOTECH

Robert Bouchard

Director of Operations

Robert is Damotech's longest-standing employee at 23 years with the company. His extensive experience makes him THE go-to person for anything related to racking and safety. Our clients enjoy working with him as they have full trust in his capabilities and know he will get things done.

As Director of Operations, he is responsible for manufacturing processes and technology and supporting Quebec sales. Robert is credited for his participation in the design of the original DAMO PRO and has contributed along the years to ensure that all of our products follow high standards of ruggedness and safety.

Charles Carbonneau

Chief Engineer

Charles is a structural engineer (Ph.D.) with more than 20 years of experience in structural dynamics. As Chief Engineer, he is responsible for Damotech’s engineering services and participated in the elaboration of our software platform.

Charles previously worked as Technical Director of Graitec Canada (formerly CivilDesign), the company behind Advance Design America (formerly VisualDesign), an advanced structural analysis and design software for buildings, towers, racking and bridges, in steel, concrete or wood.

Charles is renowned for the depth of his knowledge, his sense of organization and his dedication to finding innovative solutions. He is also a wonderful mentor to his team.

Frederick Guay

Corporate Controller

As Corporate Controller, Frédérick Guay is responsible for the overall financial strategy supporting Damotech’s aggressive growth path. He joined the company in 2014 to guide all financial functions including accounting, business support, financial planning and treasury. He is also involved with HR activities.

His career spans more than 20 years of varied experience in financial management and business strategy.

Frédérick graduated from the HEC with a Bachelor of Business Administration and is a member of the Quebec CPA Order.

Eric Manaigre

Vice President of Sales

Eric is an inspiring sales leader with proficiency in fast-paced and competitive environments. He has held senior executive positions with some of the largest food and beverage companies within the CPG industry. His background includes expert knowledge in topline performance, revenue management, sales strategies, shopper marketing, brand execution, business optimization, and GTM operation management. 

Eric is passionate about delivering winning sales strategies, positive revenue management, cost productivity saving and promoting coaching development. He is an accomplished business leader with a proven ability to develop highly motivated teams and high-performance cultures.

Guillaume Marsan

Production Director

Guillaume Marsan is a mechanical engineer with over 15 years of experience in the field of production management and process improvement.

As the Production Director at Damotech, Guillaume is responsible for the development of the production team and developing our manufacturing processes. Guillaume joined Damotech in 2006 as Project Manager and was responsible for our facilities and training. Prior to joining Damotech, Guillaume worked for various well-known companies such as Bridgestone and Paccar.

Guillaume holds a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.

Eric Naaman

CEO

Eric Naaman is a lifelong entrepreneur with an unconventional career path.

He acquired Damotech in 2010 with a desire to grow an organization that would reflect his values in terms of company culture, brand positioning, and product identity.

As CEO of Damotech, Eric has been responsible for the growth of the company’s offerings and the hiring of exceptional employees who deliver unparalleled customer experiences, turning Damotech into the largest rack safety company in North America.

After studies in mechanical engineering, Eric followed his passion for photography by pursuing a career as an artist in commercial photography and communications. This led him to work with a variety of marquee clients such as Bombardier, Cirque du Soleil, General Motors, Home Depot, YUM Brands and L’Oréal.

Geneviève Normand

Chief Operational Officer

Geneviève is a seasoned manager with a proven track record of success in senior executive positions throughout her career. Her expertise enables her to optimize Damotech’s manufacturing operations with precision. Her deep knowledge of site management allows her to implement strategies that maximize the potential of the resources at her disposal.

As Chief Operating Officer, Geneviève oversees the entire manufacturing process until customer delivery. Her dynamic and personalized leadership inspires her teams to excel and fosters a strong culture of collaboration.

Prior to joining Damotech, Geneviève gained valuable experience working for major companies such as CiToxLAB and Charles River Laboratories.  

Christine Pelletier

Director, Human Capital

Christine is an HR professional holding the CRHA and SHRM-SCP titles in Canada and the United States. With over 20 years of experience in human resources, she has held leadership positions in various companies, primarily in the life sciences sector.

Her expertise includes establishing and overseeing HR functions, as well as managing acquisition operations in growing environments. She has led high-performing HR teams and is committed to improving processes and practices in line with strategic objectives while preserving employee well-being and quality of work life.

As Director of Human Capital, she designs and implements organizational development and change management strategies aligned with Damotech’s values.

Marc Rousseau

Vice President, National Accounts and Strategic Partnerships

Marc Rousseau is an experienced sales executive with a strong and diverse 20-year background in sales leadership and business development.

As Vice President of National Accounts at Damotech, Marc is responsible for building and maintaining strategic partnerships and strong relationships with high-level customers.

Prior to joining Damotech in 2015, Marc was a Vice President at GE Energy Financial Services, where he was responsible for the origination of energy project equity investments and acquisitions across Canada. Marc was also a Regional Sales Leader for GE’s Renewable Energy products division where he spent several years leading equipment sales strategies and contract negotiations. He also obtained his certification as a Six-Sigma Black Belt while developing M&A sales integration processes and cross-selling tools at GE Energy.

Marc is an ex-US Army officer and a graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in engineering management and mechanical engineering. He also holds a Master of Business Administration from the College of William & Mary in Virginia.

Derek Zakaib

Chief Marketing Officer

Derek Zakaib is a seasoned executive and entrepreneur with 20+ years of experience in the marketing, technology and product design.

As CMO at Damotech, he is responsible for corporate strategy and growth and the technology department, including the development of the Damotech Platform. Prior to joining Damotech, Derek served as CMO at iPerceptions where he was responsible for marketing and the Voice of Customer SaaS Platform. Derek was also VP of Product Design at Stingray Digital where he oversaw digital customer experience. He co-founded and was VP of Product and Marketing at Hexacto, a mobile gaming company. Hexacto was eventually acquired by JAMDAT, and following an IPO, was bought out by Electronic Arts (EA). Derek has also worked as an Art Director at Nurun and Cossette.

Derek holds a Master’s degree in Architecture and a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Design.