Committed, accessible, and unifying, she has been the President of International Trade Quebec since 2019, a role that allows her to consolidate the network with many partners in the ecosystem. The entire region benefits from her expertise as she participates in several committees and coordination tables, in addition to being the initiator of many innovative projects, both in Quebec and internationally.

Holding a postgraduate diploma in public administration and a bachelor’s degree in business administration, Nadine specializes in marketing and management. She also has extensive experience in event management and international trade missions.

As rigorous as she is witty, Nadine knows how to get the best out of her team to provide the region’s businesses with every chance to succeed in external markets.

Ms. Jean-Jacobs has been serving as a senior economist since 2022 and has held various positions within the Desjardins Group, particularly in the area of business services. Within Desjardins’ economic team, she is responsible for sectoral studies. She conducts research, writes, and gives presentations on topics related to the Quebec and Canadian economies, industrial structure, the labor market, and regions.

A market professional with over 15 years of experience. Has served various categories of clients, ranging from SMEs to institutional clients. Analyzes, simplifies, and implements hedging strategies to manage exchange rate risks.