Join Us for Our Annual Rendezvous

LIDD Rendezvous 2025
October 23rd in Montreal

LIDD’s Annual Rendezvous

Rendezvous brings together our staff, clients, and partners from many industries and across LIDD’s work in supply chain strategy, design, and technology. This cross-pollination is deliberate – by sharing stories with people working in varying realms, we hope to spur new ideas and connections.

When: 23 October 2025
Where: InterContinental Montreal Hotel

2024 Recap Video

About the Sessions

Our program is being developed to cover the full scope of modern supply chain infrastructure, from warehouse design and layout to technology implementation and program management.

We’ll focus on current market conditions and the impact of the latest technology advancements and trends, including areas like AI and automation. Expect to gain actionable insights from leading keynote speakers and practical knowledge as peers and partners share their project journeys, offering invaluable takeaways.

Stay tuned – full details will be shared with registered attendees by email.

Hotel Booking

LIDD has reserved a room block at the Intercontinental Hotel and Westin Hotel available from October 22nd to 24th.

A unique booking passkey will be provided for those looking to book at the hotel. Please contact us directly for more information here.

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Montreal in October

  1. Expect variable weather in Montreal this month, with crisp days and cooler nights. Pack layers, including long sleeves, sweaters, and a rain jacket.
  2. Use this time in Montreal to connect face-to-face with colleagues. You’ll have many opportunities to catch-up in person through engaging learning sessions and while exploring the city’s charm.
  3. Not sure hat to do? Check-out a few recommendations from the team via the link below.
LIDD's Guide to Montreal

Meet our Speakers

Charles Fallon

President, LIDD

Charles has been working as a supply chain consultant since 1998. He has worked with clients at all levels of the supply chain, from manufacturers to retailers, in a wide array of industries including food, pharmaceuticals, garments and construction materials. He has extensive experience in supply chain strategy, technology, facility design & implementation and operations. Charles holds a bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering from McGill University in Montreal.

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David Beaudet

Senior Partner, LIDD

David has worked on a wide range of logistics mandates across North America since 2004. He has been involved in network design, warehouse design and expansion, process re-engineering and the selection of warehouse management systems. His experience lies within all segments of the food industry, pharmaceuticals as well as industrial distribution. David holds a master’s degree in Logistics from HEC Montréal.

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Gabrielle Tiven

Senior Partner, LIDD

Gabrielle Tiven is a Senior Partner at LIDD and spearheads the firm’s initiatives with non-profit organizations that run supply chains. She works with food banks, food rescue organizations, food pantries, and similar organizations to use LIDD’s expertise to help address food insecurity. She guides organizations on network studies, distribution center designs, and overall supply chain strategy, and conducts research in food loss and waste in manufacturing and distribution. In addition to working with clients, Gabrielle helms parts of LIDD's administration and management, currently overseeing the firm's human resources and legal departments. Gabrielle got her start in warehouse design at FreshDirect, a pioneering online grocer in NYC, and later worked in product development at Kiva Systems, now Amazon Robotics. She holds a BA from Yale University and an MBA from the MIT Sloan School of Management.

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Daniel Wang

Director

Daniel brings extensive experience in warehousing and supply chain management to LIDD's Design & Strategy practice. In his role as Director, he advises client leadership on designing efficient facilities, streamlining warehouse processes, and optimizing distribution networks across industries such as foodservice, CPG, apparel, mechanical parts, and utilities. Daniel leverages his expertise and LIDD's advanced analytics to reshape supply chains for businesses of all sizes. He leads his team in LA to help clients evaluate strategic impacts, safeguard against poor capital investments, and implement practical solutions for success.

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Jean-Martin Roux

Senior Partner, LIDD

Jean-Martin has been a logistics applications and integration specialist since 2005 and helps clients throughout North America implement supply chain technology. He has worked with clients on all facets of their supply chain application park: Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). Jean-Martin holds a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering from ETS Montreal.

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Ben Vanderbeek

Partner, LIDD

Ben has more than 10 years of experience in leading technology teams, with numerous implementations and integrations of NetSuite Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software within distribution, ecommerce, and manufacturing industries. He leads the ERP practice at LIDD, including projects to implement Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central ERP, and integrate with the Generix Solochain Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and Warehouse Management System (WMS). Ben holds a BS in Computer Science from California State University Long Beach and has earned certifications as a NetSuite Administrator and a NetSuite ERP Consultant.

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Jennifer Hall

Partner, LIDD

Jennifer Hall is a Partner at LIDD and leads its Consulting Practice. With over a decade of experience advising boards and executives, she leads large-scale supply chain transformation initiatives involving multimillion-dollar investment decisions. Jennifer began her career designing warehouses and has since guided clients through network expansions, market entry strategies, and the selection and implementation of new technologies and automation. She has executed numerous operational and digital transformations, with a strong focus on the food & beverage, and consumer goods sectors. Her achievements include redesigning distribution networks for multinational CPG companies, pioneering a new sales channel for a leading grocery chain, and playing a key role in establishing LIDD’s international presence. Jennifer holds a degree in Civil Engineering from McGill University.

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Mathieu Galipeau

Partner, LIDD

Mathieu integrates distribution technologies and optimizes supply chain infrastructure for clients across different industries. He has successfully managed more than 15 business software solution projects, that focuses on systems such as: Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES). Mathieu is a graduate from École de Technologie Supérieure de Montréal (ETS) with a degree in Operations and Logistics Engineering.

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Romain Pietkowicz

Director, LIDD

Romain Pietkowicz is a Director in LIDD’s Business Central practice. He specializes in the implementation and support of business solutions leveraged by distributors, manufacturers, and retailers. His deep knowledge of Business Central and his capacity to rigorously identify and assess the client’s technical and operational requirements have made him an important asset for the firm’s clients who seek to integrate an external Warehouse Management System with their ERP. Romain holds a degree in Civil Engineering from McGill University.

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Angelika Sabourin

Partner

Angelika has more than 10 years of experience in integrating distribution technologies in supply chain operations, and has successfully managed numerous WMS Solochain implementation projects. She worked as an IT Director at one of the biggest Canadian publishing companies, and joined LIDD as a Director. Angelika holds a bachelor’s degree in Operations and Logistics Engineering and a DESS’s degree in Innovation Management from École de Technologie Supérieure de Montréal.

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Jeff Hamilton

Partner, LIDD

Jeff is a highly experienced professional in facility design and optimization within the food and beverage and consumer goods industries. With extensive project management skills, he has successfully led the design of multiple facilities, and now oversees the LIDD LA office team. Jeff's leadership and dedication ensure exceptional results and cutting-edge facility design solutions. He holds a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from McGill University.

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Marc Ménard

Director

Marc Ménard is a Director in LIDD’s Design & Strategy practice. Based in the firm’s Montreal office, he leads teams of analysts and designers in the conception and implementation of distribution solutions that enable profit efficient multichannel operations. He advises LIDD’s clients in the development of strategies and roadmaps for the continuous improvement of their supply chain infrastructure. Since joining LIDD in 2017, Marc has been involved in projects across a variety of industries, notably in the Food & Beverage, Apparel, Retail & eCommerce, and Sports sectors. His work focuses on network optimization and the design and implementation of distribution centers, including MHE and automation technology and equipment. Through a keen sense for practical solutions, Marc helps LIDD clients develop retail and eCommerce capital efficient distribution infrastructure. Marc holds a B.Eng. in Civil Engineering from Concordia University.

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Vivi Tran Lynch

Managing Director , LIDD

Vivi Lynch is a Managing Director based in LIDD's Los Angeles office. She is a leader in LIDD's Strategy and Operations practice. Vivi’s expertise is in developing supply chain strategies for omni-channel retailers, optimizing distribution networks, and scaling business infrastructure for the next stage of growth. Prior to joining LIDD, Vivi held Senior Executive operations roles and led complex transformations at multiple public consumer companies. She serves as an advisor for high-growth brands. She has deep expertise in driving operational excellence and managing growth, turnarounds, portfolio operations, and exit-planning. She holds a B.S. in Business Administration from the University of Southern California and a MBA from the University of Pennsylvania (Wharton).

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Emilio Colangelo

Partner, LIDD

Emilio Colangelo is a Partner based in LIDD’s Montreal office and a leader in LIDD’s supply chain planning practice. He is responsible for developing integrated supply chain strategies, managing client relationships, and overseeing the work of LIDD employees dedicated to configuration, implementation, and integration of complex planning tools. Since joining LIDD in 2016, Emilio has worked with leading US & Canadian companies in the Food & Beverage, eCommerce, Publishing, Manufacturing and 3PL Logistics industries. His consulting experience spans a wide range of mandates including physical infrastructure design, supply chain software selection & implementation, and S&OP process design. Emilio’s attention to detail and his multi-practice consulting background have repeatedly helped clients achieve meaningful operations transformations. His ability to build close relationships within client organizations from executive leadership to front-line management has been proven at multinationals and quickly growing start-ups. As a director, Emilio leverages his experience to engineer processes and develop fine-tuned NetSuite solutions to align clients’ operations with their vision. Emilio holds a B.Eng. in Industrial Engineering from Concordia University. In addition to his experience at LIDD, Emilio worked at one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies and for a Big4 consulting firm.

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Isaac Jenne

Director, LIDD

As Director, Isaac is responsible for project delivery in LIDD’s non-profit practice. In his role, he has successfully led and completed a range of projects in the non-profit sector, particularly for food banks like the Greater Cleveland Food Bank as well as Food Banks Canada and its many partners.

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Adriano Iannetti

Executive General Manager, Auroral Doors and Windows

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Alec McOnie

Director of Business Systems, Micco Companies

Alec McOnie is Director of Business Systems at Micco Companies with experience spanning logistics, consumer services, and IT. Having a background in industrial engineering, he specializes in process improvement, project management, and strategic planning. His primary focus is aligning enterprise technology and business processes with strategic priorities across Micco's operational divisions. Recently Alec has been focused on implementing Solochain WMS alongside Generix in Micco's logistics division

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Andy Carl

Information Technology Executive & Consultant

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Chris Beisswenger

SVP Finance & Strategy, Banza

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Cortney Hunt

Chief Operating Officer, Trew Automation

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Erik Larsen

Senior Vice President of Operations, Rail Modal Group

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Jean-François Thériault

VP Logistics & Distribution, La Vie en Rose

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Julie Van Dore

Senior Director of Technology and Information Systems, God's Love We Deliver

Julie Van Dore is the Senior Director of Technology and Information Systems, at God’s Love We Deliver in New York City. Julie led the effort at God’s Love to move their CRM and ERP applications from outdated, disconnected systems to Salesforce, going live in 2024. Previous to God’s Love We Deliver, Julie oversaw systems change at social service organizations in New York City and Brisbane, Australia.

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Laurent Bourque

Advisor, Onomatic

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Mark Moore

President, CMC Design-Build

Mark Moore has been President and CEO of CMC Design Build since 1993, leading the company in designing and building food and beverage processing and distribution facilities nationwide. CMC’s services aim to optimize facility construction and operation costs, including distribution network analysis, systems design, site selection, labor studies, utility efficiency, and food safety protocols. Moore also has operational experience in third-party food distribution, managing over one million square feet of facilities in the New York area. He holds a BA in Economics from Tufts University, enhancing his extensive industry expertise.

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Martine Legault

Director of Logistics, CISSS de la Montérégie-Ouest

With over 15 years of work experience in logistics, I am currently the Director of Logistics at CISSS de la Montérégie-Ouest, a regional health and social services organization in Quebec. Before joining CISSS, I was the Director of Supply Chain Optimization and Continuous Improvement at Groupe Deschenes, a leading distributor of plumbing and heating products in Canada. There, I was responsible for developing and executing the supply chain strategy, optimizing processes and driving continuous improvement projects. I hold a master’s degree in project management from ESG UQAM, as well as certifications in Project Management Professional (PMP), ASQ Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE) and ASQ Certified Six Sigma Black Belt.

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Omer Rashid

Vice President of Operations Development, DHL

Omer Rashid is the Vice President of Operations Development at DHL Supply Chain where he leads a team focused on improving efficiency and productivity through automation, innovation, and analytics. He has over 20 years of experience in supply chain and logistics, with a focus on solutions design, digital transformation, robotics and technology

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Patricia Au

Senior Director- Solutions Design, DHL Supply Chain

Patricia Au leads the Solutions Design team in Canada and has been with DHL Supply Chain for over 20 years. She brings expertise in developing innovative logistics solutions across the retail, e-commerce, and technology sectors. Her work has also spanned multiple regions supporting product and solution development.

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Remy Karmouche

Director, Product and R&D, Generix

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Richard Moussalli

Chief Operating Officer, Hutson Inc.

Richard's professional career spans over two decades in operations and supply chain, heavy industrial service, parts and sales, as well as corporate functions and general management." He is currently Chief Operating Officer of Hutson Inc., one of the largest John Deere agriculture and turf dealer groups, with 30 dealership locations across Tennessee, Michigan, Indiana, and Kentucky.

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Robin Steinebach

Manager of Solution Design, BOWE Group

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Steve Weyer

President, GSCC, Inc.

Based in Seattle and Hong Kong, Steve brings 4 decades of industry and consulting experience in global supply chain operations, import / export compliance and M&A work in North America, Europe, Middle East, SE Asia, India, Japan & Greater China. He has helped Medium and Large multinational firms across, Life Sciences, High Technology, Semiconductor, Fast Moving Consumer Goods, Food & Beverage, Industrials, Oil & Gas and Theme Park & Entertainment sectors

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Thierry Crete

Senior Director of Distribution and Logistics, Kamik

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Nathaniel Haeems

Collaborator, Juniper Advisers

Nathaniel is the Managing Partner at Waverton Management, a niche business consulting and marketing services company which focuses on guiding anorganization to focus on their customers and grow their business through strategic activities. Nathaniel’s broad Client experience includes, among others, GlaxoSmithKline, Sun Life Financial, Telus, and Candid, a data-driven nonprofit multinational, and various graduate and professional programs at McGill University, as a faculty member of the McGill Executive Institute. Nathaniel is also a Coach for HEC Paris where he facilitates executive education pertaining to a Master’s in Innovation and Entrepreneurship.

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Laure Goubau

Founder, Gloria

Laure is a certified executive coach and the founder of Gloriacoach.com. For over ten years, Laure was a trusted advisor to partners and leaders in professional services. Navigating through complex dynamics, she has led strategic initiatives related to talent management, retention, performance evaluation, and recruitment. She has also directed local and national projects focused on advancing women, mental health, and EDI (Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion). She was a litigator at a major Canadian law firm before shifting to professional development.

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Jared Lee

Partner, Juniper Advisers

Jared is a Partner at Juniper, a boutique firm providing consulting and learning solutions at the creative intersection of strategy, innovation, and culture. He helps clients understand stakeholders, make sense of complexity, and improve team performance. He has broad experience in the education, transportation, non-profit, and other sectors, including advising clients on strategic planning, innovation, organizational effectiveness, and leadership.

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Why attend?

  1. Discover new solutions: Learn about and debate the best ways to make smart investments in supply chain infrastructure.
  2. Learn from experts: Gain applicable insights on lessons learned as speakers share their experiences and success stories.
  3. Connect with like-minded peers: Network with professionals from a wide range of industries and specialties.
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