Patrick Dubé
Patrick Dubé
Patrick is a passionate advocate for social and environmental innovation, a father of two, a musical explorer, a learning horseback archer, and a lifelong entrepreneur with a rich background in research and technology. Holding a master's degree in anthropology and having pursued Ph.D. studies in complexity science at the University of Montreal/CNRS Strasbourg, he co-founded an A.I. startup (1999-2004) aimed at reducing hospital misdiagnoses. His career has since spanned various roles, leveraging open innovation to support a diverse array of initiatives from 2006 to 2012. Between 2010 and 2016, Patrick served as co-director of research and innovation at the Society for Arts and Technology [SAT], later co-founding a service design studio that has been instrumental in fostering innovation practices within institutions, organizations, and communities. As the executive director of the Social Innovation House in Montreal until 2023, he co-designed and supported various open and Social Innovation Labs, focusing on social justice, community resilience, regenerative practices, and systemic change through regulatory and financial innovation. Since 2023, Patrick has contributed as a costeward of the Transition Bridges project and joined the Rhizome Creative Capital group, furthering his commitment to social and environmental innovation. He also serves on the board of the Quebec Network for Social Innovation, demonstrating his unwavering dedication to advancing the practice.