Transforming HR for front-line employees : what lessons can be learned from the rollout of SuccessFactors at Olymel?
February 12, 2026 | 1:00 p.m. to 1:40 p.m.
- Presented in French (with live translation)
Room: WORKDAY
Join Olymel as they share their HR transformation story and the tangible benefits achieved through the deployment of SAP SuccessFactors. This session will highlight how enhancing the frontline employee experience has improved engagement, streamlined HR processes, and empowered managers with real-time insights. Attendees will gain practical takeaways on driving people-centric change and maximizing the impact of digital HR solutions.
Speakers
Sylvain Deguire
Vice President of SAP SuccessFactors Canada
Sylvain Deguire is Vice President of SAP SuccessFactors in Canada, where he helps organizations transform HR and unlock the full potential of their people. With more than 15 years of experience in enterprise software, he brings deep expertise in guiding businesses through digital innovation to enhance employee experience, operational efficiency, and measurable business outcomes.
Since joining SAP in 2014, Sylvain has held progressive leadership roles spanning SuccessFactors, Platform & Technologies, and Data & Analytics. Across these mandates, he has built lasting partnerships with organizations of all sizes, helping them navigate complex challenges and achieve successful transformation journeys. His consultative style and ability to bridge business strategy with technology have made him a trusted advisor to executives across industries.
Fluent in English and French, Sylvain is known as a dynamic communicator and results-driven leader. He is passionate about empowering organizations to design people-centric, data-driven HR strategies that deliver lasting impact.
Since joining SAP in 2014, Sylvain has held progressive leadership roles spanning SuccessFactors, Platform & Technologies, and Data & Analytics. Across these mandates, he has built lasting partnerships with organizations of all sizes, helping them navigate complex challenges and achieve successful transformation journeys. His consultative style and ability to bridge business strategy with technology have made him a trusted advisor to executives across industries.
Fluent in English and French, Sylvain is known as a dynamic communicator and results-driven leader. He is passionate about empowering organizations to design people-centric, data-driven HR strategies that deliver lasting impact.
Philippe De Villers CRHA
Senior Director, Business Practices – Human Capital, Talent, and Culture
Philippe de Villers is a seasoned expert in governance and HR architecture. He has led major technological transformations in all of his professional roles. Currently president of CRHA Canada, he is also a lecturer at HEC Montréal in HR analytics and HRIS, and is currently leading the human resources transformation at Olymel.