From left to right:
Alain Longpre, Deputy Head of Impact Investing at Fondaction
Louis-Philippe Vallée, CEO at Nexus Innovations
Yohan Beaulieu, Portfolio Manager – Sustainable and Impact Investments at Fondaction
From April 14 to 16, 2026, more than 150 CEOs from the technology sector gathered in Tremblant for Vision PDG. Three days of rich discussions on the successes, challenges, and gray areas that currently define our industry.
Unsurprisingly, artificial intelligence emerged as a pervasive theme: tax credits, business models, productivity, data sovereignty. The challenge is very real… and the answers are far from unanimous.
Why I Participated in Vision PDG 2026
This year, I attended with a clear goal in mind: to gain a better understanding of where AI adoption truly stands in our market.
It was also a valuable opportunity to take a step back and reflect on our own organization, and to speak directly with other leaders about their experiences, challenges, and practical lessons learned.
The Real State of the AI Market: Between Hype and Uncertainty
Despite all the buzz surrounding artificial intelligence, one thing is clear: every organization has begun its AI transformation.
But not at the same pace… nor in the same way.
Widespread but uneven adoption
In many companies, AI is already being used quite extensively, often on an ad-hoc or opportunistic basis.
👉 It is literally in the hands of almost everyone.
Targeted processing vs. opportunistic use
At the same time, more structured initiatives are generally concentrated in certain key departments, with specific objectives.
👉 In other words: adoption is widespread, but transformation remains targeted.
This is where the fog lingers. Organizations are moving forward, experimenting, testing… but sustainable models have not yet been fully established.
Notable conferences and awareness-raising events
The talks covered a wide range of topics, with varying degrees of impact.
Some presentations, heavily focused on a “rockstar mindset,” were interesting in form but difficult to apply to our day-to-day operations.
Conversely, the discussion with Rodrigo Liang, founder of SambaNova, on AI infrastructure and model sovereignty was particularly insightful.
👉 A strong reminder that the value of AI also rests on infrastructure layers and data control.
I was also struck by the presentation given by Guillaume Roy, CEO of Blackware Technologies, whose remarks on the rapid pace of development and the evolution of software engineering resonated with several ideas I’ll be sharing at Connexion in May.
A talk by Sylvie Bernier offered a simpler yet essential perspective: preparation, perseverance, and visualization.
In success, you know who I am. In failure, I know who you are.
What CEO conversations really reveal
The small-group discussions brought several recurring themes to light:
- the application of the EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) model to support execution within departments;
- the evolution of business models in a context where AI is redefining value creation;
- an update to the CDAE-AI framework, aimed at clarifying its interpretation in a constantly evolving environment.
Current tensions surrounding AI in the workplace
When reviewing the presentations and discussions, certain tensions become clear:
- a very rapid pace of technological advancement;
- genuine enthusiasm for the possibilities of AI;
- but also a recognition that frameworks, practices, and models have not yet been established.
Organizations are seeking a delicate balance between:
- rapid experimentation, necessary for learning;
- and structuring, essential to avoid fragmentation.
The issue of data and model sovereignty is directly tied to this tension: leveraging the power of these tools while maintaining control over critical assets
What Vision CEO 2026 Confirms for Nexus Innovations
One of the most important takeaways for me is this: we are not behind schedule.
We are moving at the right pace.
The market is still evolving. Business models have not yet stabilized. In this context, what truly sets us apart is not the speed of adoption, but our ability to intelligently target where to invest our energy.
Leveraging our competitive advantages in a developing market
What Vision PDG confirms is the need to continue:
- building on what already sets us apart;
- remaining agile and adaptable;
- avoiding spreading ourselves too thin;
- and staying closely focused on tangible results for our clients.
AI speeds up our delivery, but it also highlights our weaknesses. And that is precisely where lasting value lies.
Navigating Uncertainty: A Transformation That Is as Human as It Is Technological
To be completely honest, this transformation isn’t always easy on a human level. Technological, organizational, and economic upheavals create uncertainty, and it would be unrealistic to pretend that everything is going smoothly.
But that’s also what excites me.
Navigating through the fog, learning, adjusting, and moving forward together gives meaning to my commitment.
I want to experience this transformation alongside the exceptional team we have at Nexus Innovations.
I remain convinced that our ability to face uncertainty, stay grounded in human realities, and adapt will be our greatest strength moving forward.
Thank you all for your commitment, openness, and trust.
If you, dear reader, would also like to discover how Nexus Innovations is reinventing the new work experience, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We would be delighted to support you on your digital transformation journey.
