JEAN-SÉBASTIEN
LANGLOIS
VP RESSOURCES + SR. INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER
AT ADVANTA SINCE 2000
AT ADVANTA SINCE 2000
Jean-Sébastien Langlois has been an integral part of Advanta since he joined the company in 2000, beginning his journey in the Calgary office. His immediate impact was evident as he took on key roles in designing and detailing a range of challenging products. By 2003, Jean-Sébastien had relocated to Quebec City, where he collaborated with Patrick Boutet. Over the years, he advanced from the role of mechanical designer to Project Lead, eventually sharing senior leadership responsibilities in Advanta's Quebec City office. Together with Patrick, he has transformed this office into Advanta's thriving Design Center.
With a technical mindset and a background in Industrial Design, Jean-Sébastien is dedicated to providing clients with production-oriented solutions that boast strong visual appeal. His commitment to pragmatic design solutions drives him to ensure that the products he oversees are not only visually captivating but also optimized to maximize sales and user satisfaction. His extensive experience spans the design and detailing of parts for various manufacturing processes, including injection molding, sheet metal, casting, and extrusion.
Throughout his career at Advanta, Jean-Sébastien has led product design teams across niche, commercial, and consumer markets. His approach to each project is marked by a blend of passion and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring smooth product development cycles and market-optimized designs. His ability to handle complex, marathon projects requiring extensive expertise and sustained attention to detail has been a cornerstone of Advanta's success.
Jean-Sébastien's contributions have been pivotal in shaping Advanta into the respected design studio it is today. His leadership and dedication to both the visual and technical aspects of design continue to inspire and drive the team forward. As he puts it,
