EP01 - From Engineer to Entrepreneur: Building Through Risk and Reinvention
🎙️ Episode 01 | From Engineer to Entrepreneur: Building Through Risk and Reinvention with Jacques-Alexandre (Alex) Fortin In the first full episode of The Power Dialogue, host Karan Soni sits down with Alex Fortin - VP, Strategic Growth & Development at DemTroys - to discuss his journey from mechanical engineer to entrepreneur and leader in the clean energy industry. Alex shares candid insights on: ⚡ Transitioning from engineering into entrepreneurship ⚡ Building renewable energy businesses from the ground up ⚡ Leadership, team-building, and strategic growth ⚡ Taking risks early in your career ⚡ Navigating uncertainty and reinvention ⚡ Lessons from building in the clean energy and technology sectors Throughout the conversation, Alex reflects on the challenges of scaling startups, the importance of surrounding yourself with strong teams, and why getting out of your comfort zone is critical for long-term growth. This episode is designed for: • Engineers and technical professionals • Emerging leaders in the power & energy industry • Entrepreneurs and startup founders • Young professionals navigating career growth • Anyone interested in leadership, innovation, and clean energy 🎧 Listen on Spotify: [Insert Link] 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: [Insert Link] 📺 Subscribe on YouTube: [Insert Link] About The Power Dialogue: The Power Dialogue is a podcast featuring conversations with leaders across the power and energy industry, exploring career journeys, leadership philosophies, innovation, and the future of energy. #ThePowerDialogue #Leadership #Engineering #Entrepreneurship #CleanEnergy #EnergyIndustry #CareerGrowth #PowerIndustry #RenewableEnergy #Podcast

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