Co-president of PolyFinances, Khai is a third-year industrial engineering student at Polytechnique Montréal and is enrolled in the finance and technology specialization program. Formerly the youngest vice president in the committee's history, he now contributes to the coordination of the program's divisions, the development of strategic initiatives, and the program's external outreach to the school and its partners.

As Propolis Ambassador and Investment Partner at Front Row Ventures, he works at the heart of Montreal's tech ecosystem, where he supports founders and analyzes emerging companies. At PolyFinances, he ensures the consistency of major projects, the quality of institutional relationships, and the implementation of high-impact events.

His interests include alternative investments, artificial intelligence applied to financial services, and strategy, which he actively integrates into the committee's vision and development.

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As co-chair of PolyFinances, Jad Elalaoui helps define the committee's strategic direction and structure its financial and organizational initiatives. His experience in financial performance at Transdev and operational strategy at CO7 has enabled him to develop a rigorous analytical approach focused on indicators, efficiency, and value creation levers.

Driven by a keen interest in investment, due diligence, and market dynamics, he is actively involved in developing the committee, growing the budget, and strengthening partnerships. His strategic vision supports the performance of the divisions and reinforces PolyFinances' institutional positioning.

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As treasurer of PolyFinances, she is particularly interested in transforming strategy into concrete actions. She enjoys structuring, clarifying, and monitoring projects using simple and effective tools, enabling the team to better visualize the issues at stake, make informed decisions, and move forward collectively.

Her goal is to standardize cash management procedures and strengthen governance practices, with a constant focus on transparency toward Polytechnique Montréal and the board of directors. Specifically, she simplifies and documents processes, implements clear follow-ups, and establishes a communication schedule that limits gray areas.

Committed to clarity and tangible results, she favors accessible indicators, well-defined decisions, and clearly delineated responsibilities in order to streamline the work of the divisions and maintain a lasting relationship of trust with institutional partners.

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As Vice President of PolyFinances' Financing Division, Lounis designs and implements a structured partnership approach based on clear objectives, careful communication, and data analysis. He has organized prospecting, implemented automation, and established regular monitoring of indicators, making the sector more predictable and significantly improving the partner experience.

Through clear communication and respect for confidentiality, he transforms sometimes vague needs into concrete and measurable proposals, from the initial scoping to the execution of events. On a daily basis, he coordinates stakeholders, prepares meetings, negotiates balanced agreements, and ensures execution through to post-project follow-up.

Curious about markets and technologies, Lounis relies on analysis and project management to inform decisions, prioritize based on return on investment, and meet deadlines without compromising quality. His initiatives have enabled the cohort to quickly achieve a record budget while building lasting and mutually beneficial partnerships.

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Clara is interested in how technology, finance, and data transform organizations and generate sustainable value. During her internships, she designed automation tools to centralize more than 20,000 test results and assisted a division in reorganizing its internal processes.

These experiences have enabled her to develop strong analytical skills, a rigorous approach, and a focus on achieving concrete results. Highly involved in the student community, she has honed her strategic and organizational skills through several committees and projects, notably in strategic consulting and during Accenture's AOTC competition.

As a financing advisor at PolyFinances, she uses her analytical skills and ability to build partnerships to support the committee's mission and expand its sources of funding.

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As a Financing Advisor at PolyFinances, Yahya is actively involved in developing and strengthening relationships with partner companies. The Financing division plays a key role in signing strategic partnerships, structuring collaborations with ecosystem players, and positioning the committee within financial, technological, and industrial circles.

In this role, Yahya represents PolyFinances in discussions and negotiations with partners. With a keen interest in consulting and strategic issues related to aerospace, he draws on the skills he has acquired throughout his academic and entrepreneurial career, particularly through the creation and management of Étudium.

Driven by the ambition to bring finance, engineering, and strategy closer together, he actively contributes to PolyFinances' influence and the growth of its partnerships.

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As Vice President of PolyFinances' Investment Division, Théo works at the intersection of finance and artificial intelligence with a strong conviction: value emerges when scientific rigor meets creative intuition. He drives the committee's quantitative strategy and integrates it into fundamental analysis through the active management of a portfolio of over CAD$100,000, covering asset allocation, company valuation, and macroeconomic and microeconomic monitoring.

His approach is distinguished by its balance between model accuracy, clarity of investment theses, and bold decision-making. His academic and professional background reflects this constant pursuit: internships at the European Space Agency on critical system uncertainty, at the CNRS on language models, at Inria on probabilistic modeling, and soon at CDPQ on generative artificial intelligence applied to finance.

Winner of the AWS–National Bank Datathon (1st out of 160 teams) and PolyHacks (1st out of 270), Théo believes that innovation only has value if it translates into tangible results. At PolyFinances, he conveys this philosophy by fostering a culture of high standards, creativity, and impact.

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With a wealth of varied experience, Baptiste has worked with management teams in international groups, where he has helped to implement tools and models supporting major strategic decisions. These responsibilities have enabled him to develop a concrete understanding of financial dynamics and their impact on organizational direction.

At PolyFinances, he applies this expertise to portfolio management and the development of investment theses. Committed to both performance and training, he is fully invested in strengthening the fund's credibility and influence within the academic and professional ecosystem.

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Passionate about applying artificial intelligence and data science to finance, Anthony serves as Software Advisor at PolyFinances. His involvement aims to strengthen the committee's technological capabilities and support its projects by integrating innovative solutions tailored to financial challenges.

His professional experience in the space sector, notably at Cegelec Space and Arianespace, has enabled him to develop expertise in automation, data visualization, and process optimization. He has designed dynamic dashboards and analysis tools to facilitate decision-making.

Curious and committed, Anthony is particularly interested in the intersections between finance, data science, and emerging technologies, with a desire to bring useful, robust, and sustainable solutions to PolyFinances.

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Victor St-Louis works in management consulting, where he stands out for his ability to combine strategic analysis with rigorous execution. His project management experience at ArcelorMittal led him to lead an investment project and contribute to a large-scale CAPEX portfolio, developing a concrete, results-oriented approach.

At PolyFinances, as Vice President of Mandates, he manages more than 25 consultants and oversees the entire sales and delivery cycle for financial projects. He implements structural tools and practices inspired by consulting, ensuring both partner satisfaction and a formative experience for members.

Interested in strategy, organizational performance, and technological innovation, Victor sees consulting as a lever for sustainable transformation and value creation.

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Lucas Malhotra combines consulting experience at CCGP with project management experience at La Caisse. He has also coordinated large-scale projects, including the organization of the IISE Conference, developing strong skills in planning, coordination, and leadership.

Accustomed to analyzing complex financial and operational issues, he favors concrete and innovative solutions, often supported by technological tools. At PolyFinances, he acts as a Mandate Advisor, managing several teams of consultants and supervising the implementation of strategic projects for external partners.

At the same time, he is a laboratory instructor for the course on project profitability analysis, where he helps train the next generation in financial evaluation.

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Sara gained solid experience in project management and process optimization at Hatch, where she worked on large-scale projects aimed at improving information flows, logistics solutions, and the integration of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence.

At PolyFinances, she first became involved as a member before becoming Vice President of Communications. She oversaw the creation of a consistent visual identity, managed partnerships with universities and businesses, and coordinated the dissemination of the committee's activities. Her organizational skills and ability to build trusting relationships enhance the program's visibility and credibility.

Passionate about business strategy, technology, and venture capital, she is interested in how these areas drive innovation and transform organizations.

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As Communications Advisor at PolyFinances, Karl plays a central role in establishing and maintaining the program's visibility. He uses his expertise to develop digital marketing strategies and ensure a strong, consistent brand image that is aligned with the committee's mission. His actions help to broaden PolyFinances' reach and consolidate its position as a leading financial resource for engineering students.

With a background in software engineering, Karl stands out for his ease with cutting-edge technologies. He is proficient in web development tools and has advanced expertise in Python, particularly in science and data manipulation. This dual technical and financial expertise enables him to understand complex issues and communicate them clearly and effectively.

Interested in trading, he develops trading bots and is actively involved in the financial markets. Alongside his academic and professional commitments, Karl demonstrates strong leadership skills by contributing to the administration of Canada's largest scout group. His passion for reading and fitness reflects a balanced and rigorous approach that he puts to good use at PolyFinances.

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Ines seeks to develop her skills at the intersection of finance and engineering. She has participated in a variety of mandates, ranging from production at Pratt & Whitney to technology strategy at KPMG to private equity at Desjardins. These experiences have enabled her to design analytical tools, support digital transformations, and assist in decision-making on high-impact issues.

Motivated by a desire to complement her technical training with a deep understanding of economic and strategic levers, she values multidisciplinary and demanding environments. As Vice President of Logistics at PolyFinances, she contributes to the advancement of the committee's projects by structuring actions, anticipating needs, and ensuring that initiatives are implemented.

Concerned about the experience of its members, it also takes initiatives aimed at enriching their professional and personal development, thereby contributing to the cohesion and effectiveness of the committee.

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Joseph Choueiry stands out for his academic excellence, recognized by several scholarships and successes in student competitions. Passionate about finance, data analysis, and entrepreneurship, he combines rigor and creativity to transform his ideas into concrete results.

Professionally, he completed an internship in planning and procurement at Kraft Heinz, where he helped optimize production processes using SAP. He then joined Desjardins as a business and data analyst, developing strategic dashboards on Power BI and capacity management tools on Jira.

At PolyFinances, Joseph is actively involved in carrying out mandates, organizing events, and developing partnerships. He brings to the committee his attention to detail, his energy, and his desire to bring students closer to the professional world.

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Naoko Trottier has a wide range of experience in industry and business. Her internships at L'Oréal have enabled her to develop a keen sense of continuous improvement, performance indicator management, and inter-team collaboration.

At PolyFinances, she puts this rigor to work in the Logistics department, coordinating the organization of events and company visits. From travel planning and accommodation management to organizing conferences and networking evenings, she takes care of every detail to ensure that activities run smoothly.

Her ability to anticipate the unexpected and mobilize the team in the field makes her an essential pillar of the committee's operational success.

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