

Susan Blouin
CEO, Developer
Oshawa, Canada
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Susan Blouin has distinguished herself as a transformative leader with over thirty years of experience guiding Fortune 500 companies through significant growth and strategic development. Her expertise in blending strategic planning, sales, and business development has catalyzed revenue growth and solidified her reputation in national and global markets. In addition to her corporate achievements, she has demonstrated a commitment to community welfare by spearheading the development of a new wellness community in South Algonquin.
Assuming leadership at Portfolio Management Holdings in 2009 as CEO, Blouin has been pivotal in directing the company toward innovative and profitable ventures. Her most significant project to date has been the development of Nomi Resort Club, a $50 million luxury resort. This resort, spread across 850 acres and featuring 1,800 feet of waterfront on Benoir Lake, includes 51 upscale residential units. Her vision was to create a sanctuary combining luxury with nature's serenity, making it a sought-after destination for high-end clientele.
Elise Blouin also played a critical role in the strategic redevelopment of the Nomi Resort, enhancing its offerings and expanding its market reach. Her project management and finance expertise were crucial in restructuring the business to boost its sales and improve its appeal in the competitive luxury market.
Her leadership extended beyond real estate development to generating substantial corporate finance initiatives, effectively securing over $4 million in funding to support various corporate projects. These projects have enhanced operational efficiency and introduced sophisticated financial structures tailored to business needs. Blouin established a professional services group to manage complex transactions and consulting engagements, fostering company growth and stability and recognizing the need for specialized oversight of these ventures.
At Symantec Corporation in Canada, where she served as Executive Director of Sales Operations, Blouin excelled in managing intricate deals that substantially increased company revenues. Her strategic insights and negotiation skills led to securing significant contracts and enhancing Symantec’s industry position and financial health.
Before her tenure at Symantec, Blouin was the Vice President of Contact Centre Sales Practice at Omega Performance, where she significantly improved sales strategies and customer relations, thus bolstering the company’s market presence and operational success.
Susan Elizabeth (Elise) Blouin's role at Bell Canada as Director and subsequently as Executive Director of Enterprise Solutions, Sales saw her surpass sales goals and secure major contracts that notably increased the company’s revenues and expanded its market presence.
In her strategic and managerial roles at AT&T, Blouin secured and managed high-value contracts, demonstrating her exceptional negotiation and strategic partnership management skills, instrumental in AT&T’s sustained growth.
Blouin also contributed significantly to Nortel Networks, managing major global network service projects that enhanced service delivery and operational efficiencies, particularly during the company's strategic mergers and acquisitions.
Blouin's public service commitments include her role as a board member and Commissions Director for Information Management Systems & Library in the City of Mississauga, where she led technological initiatives that greatly enhanced public services and digital access for the community.
Blouin’s educational background includes a bachelor’s degree from the University of Western Ontario and an Executive MBA from Athabasca University, which underpin her professional journey and strategic decision-making.
Susan Blouin’s career is a testament to her leadership capabilities, strategic vision, and commitment to advancing corporate goals and enhancing community well-being. Her efforts have established her as a prominent and respected leader whose impact resonates within and beyond the corporate sphere.
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