International relations graduate and public administration master’s degree recipient, Marie-Andrée Blanchet has worked in politics for the Premier of Québec office before transitioning to the maritime industry. With more than ten years experience at the Port of Québec she is well versed in a variety of role within the port; from cruise industry development, public relations, marketing to strategic project management and moving to her new role involving international development, Marie-Andrée continues to take on her projects with passion and enthusiasm.

Understanding social acceptability’s and today’s environment for future project management, her creative thinking results in innovative strategies that will help tie the port and its different communities and potential markets. Recognized for her drive to constantly push the boundaries, she now aims to lead the Port of Québec’s cruise sector into its next phase of growth while expanding the port’s international presence and diversifying the target markets.