Since 2018, Manuel Champagne has held the position of Executive Director at Détail Québec, the Sectoral Workforce Committee for the retail industry. Leading this organization, which supports over 22,000 establishments, Manuel works closely with employer and union partners to highlight workforce-related issues and provide retailers with tailored solutions to meet their evolving staffing needs. A member of the Ordre des CRHA, he has over 20 years of experience in human resources management and leadership. Throughout his career, he has contributed to the development of numerous training programs, management tools, salary surveys, and sectoral studies. Holding a master’s degree in human resources management from HEC Montréal, he is particularly passionate about attraction, engagement, training, and inclusion practices.