Strategic expertise in support of philanthropic development
Throughout her career, Marie-Hélène has contributed to the design and implementation of philanthropic strategies tailored to the realities of organizations. She has solid experience in developing major gift pipelines, strategic planning, funding strategy development, as well as securing partnerships, sponsorships, and grants. Her approach is based on an understanding of organizational issues and on supporting leadership teams in structuring philanthropic initiatives.
Alongside her role at BNP Inspire, she also serves as Executive Director of the Rivière-du-Nord Chamber of Commerce and Industry, in the Laurentians. Previously, she held senior advisory and philanthropic development leadership positions at the CHUM Foundation, the Montreal Heart Institute Foundation, and Université de Montréal.
Notable achievements in philanthropy
Throughout her career, Marie-Hélène has contributed to major philanthropic campaigns, including Université de Montréal’s Campus Montréal Major Campaign, which raised $601 million. She also contributed to the quiet phase of the CHUM Foundation’s major campaign, which had a $200 million goal. These achievements demonstrate her ability to support organizations plan and implement large-scale philanthropic initiatives.
The entire BNP Inspire team is delighted to welcome Marie-Hélène Paquette and to benefit from her strategic expertise, her experience in philanthropic development, and her commitment to supporting organizations in achieving their philanthropic ambitions.
