Montreal, November 18, 2025 — Following the Annual General Meeting that was held last September, Société d'Investissement Jeunesse (S.I.J.) is proud to announce the appointment of Kim Pasquin (Nvizzio) and David Parent (PixMob) to its Board of Directors.
Both recognized for their vision and leadership within companies considered to be leaders in their field, Kim Pasquin and David Parent will bring valuable perspectives and expertise, strengthening the S.I.J.'s ability to support the next generation of entrepreneurs.
“Kim and David are passionate entrepreneurs whose companies, although locally based, have an international reach — Nvizzio thanks to its highly popular mobile games and PixMob through its contribution in leading events such as the Super Bowl and the Olympic Games.”
"Their respective experiences in developing innovative businesses, dynamism, and understanding of the challenges faced by entrepreneurs today are solid assets for the S.I.J., and I am delighted with these appointments, which reflect our desire to further support the next generation of entrepreneurs, by surrounding ourselves with leaders who share the same vision: that of a Quebec where young entrepreneurs can realize their ambitions, develop sustainable businesses, and actively contribute to the economic vitality of the region," explained Christian Perron, Vice-President of S.I.J. and Chief Operating Officer at CEIM.
“I am truly honored to join the Board of Directors of S.I.J., an organization that plays an essential role in supporting technological entrepreneurship in Quebec. Contributing to its mission means being able to share my experience, support innovative projects, and inspire entrepreneurs to take on market challenges with boldness and creativity,” said Kim Pasquin, general manager of Nvizzio.
“I am thrilled to be joining S.I.J.'s Board. I firmly believe in the importance of encouraging young founders to be bold, experiment, and innovate, and of connecting them with the right resources and partners to stimulate their innovation and accelerate their growth,” added David Parent, cofounder of PixMob and innovation and growth advisor.
ABOUT KIM PASQUIN:
Kim Pasquin has worked in the video game industry for over fifteen years. A graduate of UQAM with a Bachelor's degree in communication and human resources, she held key positions at Funcom Games Canada, including HR manager and later general manager, before joining Nvizzio in 2015.
Specializing in team management, organizational development, and production, Kim knows how to build talented teams and guide game projects from their initial vision to completion. Her in-depth knowledge of the Montreal ecosystem, the creatives who work there, and the reality of production makes her a valuable asset to Nvizzio's partners and clients.
ABOUT DAVID PARENT:
An entrepreneur recognized for his flair, strategic vision and ability to promote Québec know-how internationally, David Parent is co-founder of PixMob, a company that has become emblematic in the world of immersive experience and event technologies, for which he held the position of CEO for over 15 years.
Through his leadership, PixMob has successfully conquered the world's biggest stages - international events such as the Super Bowl, the Sochi Olympics or Taylor Swift's tours - placing creativity and technological innovation at the heart of the company's DNA. Today, over 5 million PixMob devices have been deployed in more than forty countries around the world!
For additional information:
Christian Perron
Vice-President, S.I.J.
Chief Operating Officer, CEIM