Brief Company History
Since our founding in 2015, NxCareer has grown from a small consultancy to a trusted partner for individuals and organizations across Canada. Our team is passionate about empowering professionals and transforming workplaces.
Meet Our Consultants
Sylvie Desjardins
CEO OF NXCAREER, CAREER SPECIALIST, SPEAKER AND HR CONSULTANT
Sylvie Desjardins is the CEO of NxCareer. She founded her business in 2015 with the goal of helping individuals find the right career and has since dedicated her own career to guiding both individuals and organizations toward achieving their career and business objectives.
Sylvie is passionate about sharing her knowledge through coaching, mentoring, and speaking engagements. Known for her dynamic and practical workshops, she infuses her sessions with humour and energy.
Annick McIntosh
CAREER SPECIALIST AND CAREER COUNSELLOR
As a mom, a career specialist and guidance counsellor with NxCareer, and an entrepreneur, Annick brings a unique blend of personal and professional experiences to her role. Specializing in guiding high-achieving professionals through career transitions, work-life integration, and the intricacies of loving your career, she loves to guide clients towards their career light bulb moment.
If you are wondering about your professional path or feel that your career no longer meets your personal and professional needs, Annick is the career specialist for you.
Annick McIntosh
CAREER SPECIALIST AND ASSOCIATE
As a mom, a career specialist and guidance counsellor with NxCareer, and an entrepreneur, Annick brings a unique blend of personal and professional experiences to her role. Specializing in guiding high-achieving professionals through career transitions, work-life integration, and the intricacies of loving your career, she loves to guide clients towards their career light bulb moment.
If you are wondering about your professional path or feel that your career no longer meets your personal and professional needs, Annick is the career specialist for you.
Isabelle Gallant
HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST AND CAREER COACH
Isabelle Gallant is an accomplished human resources professional with over 16 years of experience in the field. Her passion for empowering individuals, particularly newcomers and people re-entering the workforce, shines through in her work.
Isabelle’s dedication to people extends to her belief in finding the perfect fit for a team. She places a strong emphasis on creating seamless onboarding experiences and maintaining regular check-ins to ensure long-term success.
Farrah Cheriet
REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST AND VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION PROFESSIONAL
Farrah is a registered provisional psychologist in Edmonton, Alberta, with over 6 years of experience providing counselling, including employment and vocational rehabilitation. She is fluent in English and French, which allows her to engage with clients meaningfully. She has experience working with the French community in Edmonton and with individuals from all walks of life with barriers to employment.
Farrah aspires to empower individuals to embrace their authentic selves and navigate their lives with confidence, resilience, and compassion. She has a unique passion for clients from diverse backgrounds, including those dealing with issues related to cultural adjustment, complex identities and neurodiversity. Farrah believes that every person has the capacity for growth and resilience, and my role is to help you tap into your inner strengths and resources to navigate life’s challenges.
Farrah Cheriet
REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST AND VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION PROFESSIONAL
Farrah is a registered provisional psychologist in Edmonton, Alberta, with over 6 years of experience providing counselling, including employment and vocational rehabilitation. She is fluent in English and French, which allows her to engage with clients meaningfully. She has experience working with the French community in Edmonton and with individuals from all walks of life with barriers to employment.
Farrah aspires to empower individuals to embrace their authentic selves and navigate their lives with confidence, resilience, and compassion. She has a unique passion for clients from diverse backgrounds, including those dealing with issues related to cultural adjustment, complex identities and neurodiversity.
Farrah believes that every person has the capacity for growth and resilience, and my role is to help you tap into your inner strengths and resources to navigate life’s challenges.
Josée Beaulieu
CAREER COUNSELLOR
In her role as a school psychologist and career counsellor, Josée draws on her expertise to support teenagers and adults who are questioning their career paths or seeking greater meaning in their journey. With diverse experience in human resources, education, and working with young adults, she has a deep understanding of the reflection process and the challenges that come with career transitions, allowing her to provide personalized and insightful guidance.
Driven by the desire to help each person better understand themselves, make choices aligned with their values, and regain a sense of empowerment, Josée works with her clients with empathy, professionalism, and a structured approach. She fosters thoughtful, constructive steps that encourage meaningful reflection and informed decision-making on both personal and professional levels. Whether you are seeking clarity, reflecting on your future, or navigating a period of change, Josée is there to listen, provide tools, and guide you in creating a path that truly reflects who you are.
Lisa Auffrey
CAREER COUNSELLOR
Lisa Auffrey is seasoned guidance counselor and career specialist with over 15 years of experience in professional counseling. She holds a Master’s degree in Counseling from the Université de Moncton and is known for her warm, empathetic, and person-centered approach.
Her own career journey came with its share of challenges. Having experienced uncertainty about her future, she returned to school as an adult learner. The compassionate support of a guidance counselor played a pivotal role in helping her find her own path—an experience that inspired her to support others facing similar questions.
Today, Lisa specializes in working with clients and professionals in career transition. She uses practical tools, psychometric assessments, and hands-on workshops to help her clients better understand themselves, clarify their goals, and build a career path aligned with their strengths and values. If you’re questioning your professional future or looking for a career that truly fits who you are, Lisa is here to guide you toward greater clarity.
Lisa Auffrey
CAREER COUNSELLOR
Lisa Auffrey is seasoned guidance counselor and career specialist with over 15 years of experience in professional counseling. She holds a Master’s degree in Counseling from the Université de Moncton and is known for her warm, empathetic, and person-centered approach.
Her own career journey came with its share of challenges. Having experienced uncertainty about her future, she returned to school as an adult learner. The compassionate support of a guidance counselor played a pivotal role in helping her find her own path—an experience that inspired her to support others facing similar questions.
Today, Lisa specializes in working with clients and professionals in career transition. She uses practical tools, psychometric assessments, and hands-on workshops to help her clients better understand themselves, clarify their goals, and build a career path aligned with their strengths and values. If you’re questioning your professional future or looking for a career that truly fits who you are, Lisa is here to guide you toward greater clarity.
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