Michael Laurin, BComm, PMP

Energizer
DISC Type : I

IT Manager at Optavise

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Overview

Michael Laurin is an IT Manager at Optavise, focusing on aligning IT strategy with business objectives to drive efficiency and growth. He is an AWS Certified Solutions Architect with a Bachelor of Commerce from Carleton University, specializing in IT infrastructure, network management, and leading technical teams.

People who have worked with Michael describe him as an analytical, meticulous, and goal-oriented manager who communicates issues with clarity and conciseness.

He uniquely combines a business education with deep technical expertise in cloud architecture, bridging the gap between corporate goals and technology solutions.

Personality Overview

Full Of Energy

Believer

Enthusiastic

Unlike C or D types, they are vocal with their opinions but not so much with their questions.  They are friendly, approachable and love to make new connections. They are always positive and upbeat, so take their promises with a pinch of salt.

Topics They Care About

Technology Transformation
His professional philosophy is centered on leveraging technology for innovation, efficiency, and growth in business.
Cloud Architecture
He holds an AWS Certified Solutions Architect certification, indicating a strong professional focus on designing and implementing cloud-based solutions.
IT Infrastructure
Has extensive career experience managing all aspects of IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, security, and telephony across multiple companies.

Media Appearances

Michael has no verified media appearances

Work History

2018 - 2025
IT Manager at Optavise
2015 - 2018
Director, IT Infrastructure at Medical Pharmacies Group Limited
2009 - 2015
Manager, IT at Medical Pharmacies Group Limited
2006 - 2009
Manager, IT Operations at Perley-Robertson, Hill & McDougall
2004 - 2006
IT/Operations Manager at N-able Technologies

Education

1990 - 1994
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Comm.) from Carleton University

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Exp : 31 Location : Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Job Level : N/A Designation : IT Manager at Optavise
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Insights For Selling To Michael

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use adjectives like ‘amazing’, ‘coolest’, ‘unbelievable’ etc.
  • Share some stories about how you you have helped people in similar positions succeed
  • Invite them for a lunch or a drink/coffee

DONT's

  • Don’t be too formal, focus on building comfort and trust
  • Don’t assume a yes just because they have not said no
  • Avoid cutting into their flow

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Michael is

  • Relationship and rapport can play an important role, sometimes more than the other factors.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Michael

  • They will probably never say no directly, you have to make that decision yourself.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Michael move?

  • They are not the quickest decision makers, their friendly attitude could be misleading.
  • Can Michael take some risk or not?

  • They can accept limited risks, ones that they think will not impact them personally.

You And Michael

Personality Compatibility


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