Vanessa Laplante
Independent Director and Chair of the Audit Committee @Critical Elements Lithium Corp
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WORK HISTORY
Independent Director and Chair of the Audit Committee @Critical Elements Lithium Corp
EDUCATION
CPA Canada (Comptables professionnels agréés du Canada)
CICA Corporate Tax Training Program (In-Depth Tax Courses I, II)
HEC Montréal
89-Hour Management Training Program for Executives and Leaders
Collège des administrateurs de sociétés
Holder of ASC, C.Dir. title – Certified Corporate Director
Université de Sherbrooke
Bachelor of Business Administration
ABOUT VANESSA LAPLANTE
Bilingual senior executive with over 30 years’ experience in finance and taxation, including 18 years in the mining industry, both in corporate roles and as an independent director. Recognized leader known for positive influence, ability to bring people together and create consensus. Collaborates effectively with executives across different sectors within the organization. Proven expertise in analyzing industry strategic issues, with an innovative and pragmatic approach to delivering real added value. Entrepreneurial spirit, distinguished by proactivity in finding solutions and optimizing tax and financial opportunities. SKILLS AND ABILITIES • Quebec Mining Industry Expertise: In-depth knowledge of the mining ecosystem at federal and provincial levels (taxation, legislation, political environment), with strategic support to senior management. • Global and Generalist Vision: Ability to analyze and understand financial and sector issues through a 360-degree approach, bringing real added value to decision-making. • Strategic Advice: Key resource for informed advice on complex issues, with the ability to effectively synthesize and explain information. • Corporate Governance: Certified director, expert in contemporary governance practices, including ambidextrous governance. • Multitasking and Project Management: Rigorous management of multiple functions and projects, including mining taxation (niche competency), with tangible results. • Communication and Writing: Excellent ability to write clear documents and simplify complex issues. • Taxation and Risk-taking: Bold tax specialist complying within legislative frameworks, having generated substantial tax credits for the company while taking calculated risks.
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