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Patrick Drolet

CTO
Portage CyberTech
Participates in 1 Session

Patrick is a seasoned executive with over three decades of experience in technology, operations, and product strategy. Currently serving as the CTO of Notarius, a subsidiary of Portage Cybertech, Patrick has been instrumental in shaping the company’s growth and innovation in secure digital transactions and electronic signature solutions.

Patrick’s career reflects a steadfast commitment to solving complex challenges with creativity and teamwork. He spent the last 15 years at Notarius, where he spearheaded multiple initiative, including authentication of BIM models.

Patrick’s expertise spans IT, security, product development, portfolio management, and operational strategy. He thrives on tackling uncertainty—whether it’s launching innovative solutions or managing “three-headed monster” projects requiring novel approaches (BIM authentication, anyone?). His deep understanding of market dynamics and technology enables him to craft creative strategies that drive impactful results.

Passionate about fostering diverse teams and a culture of transparency, Patrick believes in the power of debate to refine ideas and build consensus. A mentor to many, he encourages curiosity and lifelong learning among his colleagues. Under Patrick’s leadership, Notarius continues to lead the way in protecting professionals across engineering, legal, and architectural sectors while advancing the future of digital trust.

Sessions in which Patrick Drolet participates

Wednesday 14 May, 2025

Time Zone: (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
9:20 AM
9:20 AM - 9:40 AM | 20 minutes
BIM: Empowering the Digital Workforce

As digital collaboration becomes the norm in the construction industry, ensuring the authenticity and integrity of Building Information Models (BIM) is more critical than ever. While BIM and openBIM standards, such as the Industry Foundation Classes (IFC), have improved interoperability and data exchange, challenges remain in verifying data at the object level.This presentation explores the potential of digital signatures as a solution to enhance trust, transparency, and traceability i...

Sessions in which Patrick Drolet attends

Monday 12 May, 2025

Time Zone: (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
6:30 PM
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM | 2 hours 30 minutes
Networking Event

📅 Date: Monday, May 12, 2025📍 Location: Rainbow Bistro, 76 Murray Street, ByWard Market, Ottawa⏰ Time: Networking at 6:30 PM | Panel begins at 7:00 PM | Live music to follow🍽 Details: Cash bar and hors d’oeuvres providedEvent OverviewJoin us for an evening of high-level discussion, networking, and live music in the heart of Ottawa’s historic ByWard Market