Philippe Gaumond is a financing strategist specialized in supporting innovative technology companies, particularly in the Hardtech sector.
His rigorous and structured approach enables him to effectively support founders and executives in their growth strategies, access to capital, and optimization of financial resources.

At Garage&Co, a technology incubator based in Quebec, Philippe has supported over 40 startups to date in structuring their financing, securing grants, strategic planning, and developing financial models tailored to their stage of maturity.

He is the co-founder and Chief Financial Officer of Riveo, a company that designs and manufactures eco-friendly maritime products made from natural fibers, with which he has won several entrepreneurial awards.

On a volunteer basis, he also supports Formaca, a social enterprise with 110 employees whose mission is to promote the professional integration of people living with disabilities. He advises the leadership team on developing a new line of business and mobilizing structuring financing.

Philippe also serves as fractional CFO for BeOnyx, a startup specializing in the electrification of off-road heavy vehicles, where he is responsible for financial modeling, capital structuring, and managing relationships with financial partners.

A former Commercial Account Manager at Scotiabank, Philippe began his career as a Business Analyst for commercial accounts with credit portfolios ranging from CAD 5 to 125 million, before becoming the youngest person in Canada to hold the position of Commercial Account Manager at the bank.

His banking experience, combined with his close connection to the entrepreneurial ecosystem, enables him to provide strategic, pragmatic, and growth-oriented support.