What is your interest in the CKCA and why would you like to serve on the CKCA Board?

I am a motivated by a strong desire for both personal and professional growth through collective intelligence. I believe in the power of sharing ideas, learning from eachother, and challenging ourselves to evolve. The CKCA board offers a unique opportunity to engage with peers across the country, to validate our perspectives, and to grow stronger together.

Beyond individual growth, I want to contribute to a stronger, more unified Canadian manufacturing ecosystem. I believe that by increasing collaboration and exchange from east to west, we can build resilience and reduce our dependence on unstable forces beyond our southern border. My vision is one of a thriving “Canada Inc.” – where manufacturers speak with a shared voice, work together, and elevate the industry as a whole.

I bring a wide-ranging operational leadership background that touhces every aspect of a manufacturing organization. As interim Vice President of Operations for a Canadian kitchen cabinet manufacgturers from Quebec, I oversee multiple departments including customer service, order management, production, IT, procurement, operational excellence, maintenance, and quality assurance.

I believe I can bring a balanced, pragmatic voice to the CKCA Board – one that values innovation, operational excellence, and industry collaboration – and I’m excited to contribute to the growth and strength of our industry.

What would you like to tell the voting members about you?

As someone who operates directly within the kitchen cabinet manufacturing sector and oversees a wide spectrum of functions — from customer service to production and digital transformation — I understand both the challenges and opportunities our industry is facing.

What I bring to the CKCA Board is a mix of operational depth, cross-functional leadership, and a genuine desire to collaborate. I’m committed to helping us grow as a collective — to share what works, to challenge what doesn’t, and to make space for innovation without losing sight of our craft and our people.

If elected, I will approach this role with humility, curiosity, and drive. I believe the best ideas come when diverse voices are heard, and I would be proud to represent our community and contribute actively to the future of our industry.

You can reach Jeremie at jeremie.tudeau@miralis.com or 418-714-4492