His record of exceptional product innovation and commercialization with companies like Research In Motion, Jambalaya Software and Energy Visions led Steve to form his own consulting group dedicated to helping individuals and small to medium sized companies bring their ideas to market.
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Tell us a little about the work you do.
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Many companies and individuals have some great product ideas. The task of bringing these products to market is daunting, particularly with limited financial, technical, marketing or legal resources. Intectus brings together a team of individuals and companies to help make the product a profitable reality. As the President of Intectus I need to see the broad picture and I need to instill complete trust when dealing with clients. In most cases the clients are fearful of having their ideas stolen or copied, knowing that they are dealing with a professional helps alleviate those fears.
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You are a P.Eng. What made you decide to get your professional licence? Why was obtaining it important to you?
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As a young engineer with only a few years of experience, gaining my P.Eng. was a way to gain respect from others in my profession, and a way to show my employer that I was serious about my job and about increasing my responsibility level within the company. My career advanced faster than non-designated engineers which in turn allowed me to gain experiences outside of my profession which have been exceptionally useful in my latest endeavours.
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How has the P.Eng. made a difference in your career?
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Basically, it means a faster road to management and more technical responsibility. The P.Eng. also inspires respect when abroad. People may not know the names or quality level of Canadian universities when you are in another country, but I have always found that the P.Eng. licence is recognized and respected.
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What does the P.Eng. licence mean for you personally?
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The P.Eng. is a way to show my respect and dedication to the profession, to the public and to my own career. I am proud to carry the license and to know that I am designing products that are safe and environmentally conscious.
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What does it mean to you to be a professional?
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To be a professional in engineering means more than just going after profit. It means you respect the public, the environment and the world around you.
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Anything else to add, Steve?
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Employers and your peers know that to get a P.Eng. requires actual hands-on knowledge and experience. By gaining a P.Eng. license you are telling the world that you know more than just theory.
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