Experience

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  Information Services Corporation (ISC)

  • Saskatchewan, Canada

  • Member Board of Directors

    • May 2016 - Present
    • Saskatchewan, Canada

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  Pourian Consulting Inc.

  • Director

    • 2008 - Present

    Providing Executive Consulting, Board Advisory, Program Management, Graduate Education to such organizations as Credit Unions, The Holmes Group, BC Ferries, Quartech Systems, BC Government, and The University of Victoria.

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  Sierrra Systems

  • President and CEO

    • 1990 - 2007

    Sierra Systems Inc. (President and CEO) 2004 – 2007 As CEO Mr. Pourian developed a three-year strategic plan that provided close alignment between operations and the future direction of the company, and provided better than average industry growth. He changed the executives and operational structures and some of the fundamental working practices of the company. During the first year of his leadership, the company enjoyed significant growth and profitability (from a loss in 2004 to $0.85 earnings per share in fiscal 2005). After receiving approval from the Board of Directors, Mr. Pourian prepared a prospectus and sought potential buyers for the acquisition of the company. Working closely with the board and investment advisors, gave numerous presentations to strategic and financial buyers, resulting in the sale of Sierra Systems Inc. in 2007 at more than a 25% premium over its market price. Sierra Systems Inc. 1990 – 2004Mr. Pourian held numerous positions including Branch Manager, Senior Advisor, Justice Practice Leader, and Partner-in-Charge. As Branch Manager, he focused on reconstructing his branch and building stronger client relationships to ensure optimal client satisfaction. This focus, coupled with providing a sense of team work and using the individual strength of each team member, transitioned the Ottawa branch from a loss position of $0.9M to profits of $4M.