Montreal, January 29, 2025 – BNP Inspire is delighted to announce the arrival of Marie-Krystine Longpré as Senior Philanthropy Consultant. General Manager of the Junior Chamber of commerce of Montreal until last December and recognized for her exceptional expertise in philanthropy, social innovation and community development, Marie-Krystine is ready to inspire and enrich our clients’ experience and, ultimately, strengthen our philanthropic and societal impact in Quebec and across Canada.
A deep commitment to philanthropy
Marie-Krystine holds a master’s degree in management from the University of Sherbrooke and a bachelor’s degree in communications from the University of Quebec in Montreal and is also CFRE certified. She has accumulated over 15 years’ experience in high-impact roles in the philanthropic sector. She has excelled in areas such as philanthropic project management, social innovation and community collaboration, before distinguishing herself as Executive Director of the Édouard-Montpetit College Foundation and the National School of Aerotechnics, and as head of the Junior Chamber of commerce of Montreal (JCCM) since 2018. Her career, marked by significant achievements in leading organizations, makes her a choice addition to our team.
Innovation for philanthropic organizations
Marie-Krystine embodies passion and innovation in the philanthropic sector. She has always been committed to strengthening under-represented communities and promoting sustainable practices within philanthropic organizations. Her work is a living testimony to her dedication to values such as better living together, altruism and social transformation.
“The arrival of Marie-Krystine Longpré, with her remarkable experience and solid network, represents a valuable opportunity for our team. Her vision and expertise will benefit many organizations and strengthen our impact in Quebec and across Canada,” says Christian Bolduc, President of BNP Inspire.
Marie-Krystine brings not only invaluable expertise, but also a spirit of innovation and collaboration. Involved in several sustainable development and intercultural exchange initiatives, she has played a crucial role in projects such as the Édouard-Montpetit College’s Entrepreneurial Challenge, designed to encourage entrepreneurship among young people, and the Impact Generation program co-created by the JCCM and Fondaction to train young professionals in sustainable business practices. Her commitment was also illustrated during the Red Cross emergency campaign during the 2017 floods, where she helped support communities affected by this crisis.
The whole team is looking forward to working with Marie-Krystine and seeing how she can inspire, energize and enrich our industry.
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