Nemesis Team

What does our team do?

Producing quality LARP weapons does not happen by magic, it takes a complete team. Whether they are in customer service, management or even production, every Nemesis employee contributes to the continuous improvement of our services.

General and Artistic Director

Véronique Gauthier Trudel

History

Véronique is the founder and co-owner of Ateliers Nemesis. Operating at the strategic top of the company since 2009, she has also managed the production department as well as corporate projects. An active participant of Grandeur Nature, she is passionate about the art of game environment design. Sharing and creation are the foundation of her vital energy.

Tasks

Financial analysis, creation of management procedures, standardization and development of manufacturing processes, product design and creation, product carving and paint finishing.

Special skills

Véronique is a born leader. Her sensitivity and her will have allowed her to gather talented people under the same banner. Moreover, her versatility has allowed her to support the company’s growth.

Coordinator of the Custom Department

André Bélanger

History

André has been part of the Nemesis team since 2007 and has been a board member since 2016. Initially a blade assembler, he is now in charge of the custom creation department which allows him to hold a position that matches his artistic skills. A Grandeur Nature player and tabletop game enthusiast, his favorite hobby remains painting miniatures that abound in his home studio.

Tasks

Design and creation of patterns, carving, paint finishing of weapons, shields and leather items.

Special skills

André has an incredible talent for finishing details at any scale, such as miniatures and models. He is generous with his time and reminds us of the importance of creating projects for ourselves.

Public Relations Coordinator, Production Coordinator

Ian Forand

History

As a co-owner, Ian has held a number of positions within the organization since its inception. He has helped build the foundation of our entrepreneurial culture and is now a key element in the management of internal and external communications. He is our international opportunity hunter and it is his tenacity that has made Ateliers Nemesis known internationally. Ian is also a Grandeur Nature player, a tireless fisherman and an avid Lovecraft fan!

Tasks

Human resources management, relationship with partners, inventory management and production, shipping.

Special skills

Ian has a huge background in advocacy and community development. His innovative ideas often allow us to think outside the box!

Sales and marketing management; leather department management

Sébastien Simard

History

Sebastien has assumed the position of sales manager and co-owner since joining our team in January 2016. He was previously the manager of two small businesses (Deux Chef traiteurs and Créations DD). There has been significant growth since he joined the management team. Sébastien is a Grandeur Nature player and an enthusiast of all things gastronomic, D&D, Harry Potter and Pokémon!

Tasks

Customer service, sales and social media management, marketing planning and graphic design; to production; production and creation of our leather catalog products.

Special skills

Sebastien has a very generous and friendly nature. He happens to be our motivator and manages to bring people together.

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