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Wepoint: A New Leader in the AI Landscape

On September 30, 2025, the North American digital realm welcomed a formidable player in artificial intelligence and digital transformation—Wepoint. This new entity emerged from the strategic merger between the French international group Onepoint and Quebec-based Logient nventive, propelling the ambitions of both firms on the North American continent. With a rich history spanning twenty years in Montreal, Onepoint is set to enhance its local presence significantly while ambitiously pursuing growth across the region.

Transforming Organizations Through Innovation

Wepoint is more than just a merger; it symbolizes a collaborative drive to elevate organizations in North America through advanced AI solutions. By combining the talents of over 600 experts, Wepoint aims to offer a comprehensive suite of services focused on organizational transformation. This includes leveraging generative AI to redefine business processes, enhancing digital transformation strategies, and fortifying cybersecurity measures while managing data and cloud services.

David Layani, founder and president of Onepoint, articulates the significance of this merger: "This marks a crucial step in our strategy to expand internationally. The dynamic North American market is valued at approximately $800 billion, and we are committed to developing a hybrid model that integrates consulting excellence and localized expertise with an innovative capacity on a grand scale." Montreal has been earmarked as the launchpad for Wepoint’s expansive initiatives across North America.

Ambitious Growth Plans

As the firm looks to 2025 and beyond, it plans to bolster its workforce both in Quebec and throughout the United States, setting ambitious revenue targets of $250 million within five years. The company anticipates expanding its team to include a total of 1,500 AI experts, positioning itself as a leader in the consulting and AI sectors.

To navigate this ambitious journey, Wepoint has appointed Ashish Kumar, a former Microsoft and Avanade executive based in the U.S., and Patrick Nicolet, formerly of Capgemini in Europe, to its board of directors. Their collective expertise in international markets is poised to drive Wepoint's growth across North America, ensuring that the ambitious plans are well supported.

The Backbone of Wepoint: Montreal

At the heart of Wepoint's operations is the fusion of Onepoint’s Canadian workforce and Logient nventive’s 450 experts, who collectively represent a powerhouse in delivering technology and business solutions. In 2024, Logient nventive reported a remarkable revenue of $76.5 million and maintained strong relationships with clients spanning banking, energy, financial services, and manufacturing sectors. This acquisition significantly enhances Montreal's status as Onepoint's North American operational hub.

Vincent Godcharles, the CEO of Logient and now President of Wepoint Canada, emphasizes, "Wepoint will provide integrated support to organizations from strategy to implementation, harnessing our roots in Quebec alongside our international capabilities. Our goal is to create an unparalleled innovation engine for Quebec, Canada, and all of North America." With Geneviève Bertrand stepping in as COO, her unrivaled background in AI will be instrumental in achieving Wepoint’s goals and accelerating its growth trajectory.

Expanding Footprint in the U.S.

As Wepoint leverages its Canadian expertise, it also eyes significant client opportunities in the U.S. market with teams based in New York, led by Thomas Ciulla and Kishore Ramakrishnan, who play pivotal roles in penetrating the banking and financial services segments. The strategy includes integrating at least six new partners into the American operations by early 2026 to further strengthen its market presence.

About Wepoint and its Parent Companies

Founded in 2025, Wepoint aims to carve out its position as North America's preeminent consulting and AI force, resulting from the merger of Onepoint’s North American teams and the Logient nventive group. The new organization boasts offices in New York, Montreal, and Quebec City, supported by 600 specialists dedicated to guiding strategic transformations across varied industries.

Onepoint has been a significant player in business transformations for over 20 years, emphasizing that economic growth and societal advancement are interlinked. It invests in technology and innovation, impacting regions worldwide. Historically, they have grown tenfold over the past decade, achieving revenues exceeding €500 million and aiming for €1 billion in four years.

The Logient nventive Group, resulting from the strategic alignment of two reputable digital innovators, brings extensive knowledge in custom development, data analytics, and IT consulting to the table. Armed with over 25 years of collective experience and a vast array of digital solutions, Logient nventive’s expertise is fundamental in validating Wepoint's vision of driving sustainable success amidst evolving technological landscapes.