Susan Blouin

 
Susan Blouin's three-decade tenure as a strategic leader in the corporate sector has been marked by her exceptional ability to lead Fortune 500 companies through complex market landscapes and her knack for unlocking new business potentials. Her leadership has catalyzed significant revenue growth and fostered innovative practices across national and international enterprise accounts. Known for her strategic foresight and empowering leadership style, she has an extensive track record of driving growth in sales and developing robust solutions, prominently including her role in establishing a state-of-the-art wellness community in South Algonquin.

Professional Trajectory

Since 2009, Blouin has served as the CEO of Portfolio Management Holdings in Canada, where she has implemented groundbreaking strategies that have propelled the company to new heights. Her landmark project, the Nomi Resort Club, is a testament to her visionary leadership. This $50 million luxury development spans 40,000 square feet and features 51 high-end units, an extensive waterfront along Benoir Lake, and 850 acres of picturesque terrain. Her strategic planning and execution have turned Nomi Resort into an epitome of luxury, offering exclusive experiences and premium amenities.

Her role expanded to include the strategic overhaul of Nomi, where she increased the viability of sales and rentals in the property’s residential areas. Her adeptness in strategic execution and project management facilitated significant financial investments essential for the resort’s ambitious restructuring plans.

Moreover, Elise Blouin pioneered initiatives that secured over $4 million in project financing for various development projects, showcasing her ability to navigate complex financial landscapes and secure funding for small to mid-size enterprises. She led a specialized team in managing consulting services, executing significant factoring transactions, and securing commercial financing, thus enhancing the company's capacity to offer innovative financial solutions.

Strategic Initiatives and Corporate Achievements

During her impactful stint at Symantec Corporation in Canada, Blouin excelled in managing intricate, high-stakes deals that substantially increased company revenues. Her strategic acumen enabled her to secure large-scale contracts, including significant agreements with Telus, Canadian Tire, and Roger Communications.

Before her role at Symantec, she was instrumental as Vice President of Contact Centre Sales Practice at Omega Performance, where she developed and implemented sales strategies that dramatically improved the company’s business outcomes.

Leadership at Bell Canada

Elise Blouin's roles at Bell Canada were characterized by strategic brilliance and exceptional sales accomplishments. Initially, as director of enterprise sales, she exceeded her sales targets by securing $25 million in new business. She managed and inspired a team overseeing 170 accounts, significantly surpassing the set revenue goals.

Promoted to Executive Director of Enterprise Solutions, Sales, she maintained high performance, achieving impressive sales growth and securing substantial new business soon after her promotion. Her strategic planning and adept client management were instrumental in these successes.

AT&T and Strategic Negotiations

In her subsequent roles at AT&T, Blouin demonstrated her strategic prowess in forming and managing strategic alliances and complex deal negotiations. As Director of Strategic Alliance Partners and Senior Manager, she consistently exceeded sales targets by a significant margin, securing key deals that enhanced AT&T’s market presence in Canada and supported its global operations.

Nortel Networks and Leadership Contributions

Blouin's contributions to Nortel Networks involved managing global network initiatives that significantly improved business operations and enhanced service delivery. Her proactive project management led to substantial cost savings and operational improvements.

Board Leadership and Educational Background

Susan Elizabeth (Elise) Blouin's commitment to advancing corporate and technological strategies is evident in her board role with the Information Management Systems & Library for the City of Mississauga, where she influenced long-term technological and strategic planning. Her academic background, with a bachelor’s degree from the University of Western Ontario and an Executive MBA from Athabasca University, has underpinned her professional achievements.

Susan Blouin’s illustrious career highlights her role as a transformative leader, strategic innovator, and advocate for business excellence. Her extensive work across various high-profile positions underscores her profound impact on the business landscape, driving operational success and setting industry standards for strategic development and corporate governance.