Vincent Francoeur

Trustee and Board Member: 2025 to present (expires 2026)

Current Employment: Developer, Advisor, Consultant, and Investor in technology startups

Previous Employment: Head of Web & Mobile, Blizzard Entertainment (2007–2019) Engineering Consultant, Dassault Systèmes (2006–2007)

Education: B.S. Mechanical Engineering, McGill University; Technical Management Program, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)

Languages: French, English

Bio: Vincent Francoeur is a designer, engineer, and technology leader with 20 years of experience building digital products and creative teams. He began his career in mechanical engineering before joining Blizzard Entertainment, where he served as Head of Web & Mobile and guided the strategy, design, and engineering teams behind Blizzard’s global web, mobile, and esports platforms.

Today, Vincent partners with early-stage startups to craft and build their digital products, combining strategy, design, and full-stack development to help shape cohesive brands and user experiences. He also advises and invests in companies in the gaming, education, and creative technology sectors.

A lifelong advocate for mentorship and international education, Vincent has guest lectured at UC Irvine and Concordia University, sharing his experience in design, leadership, and innovation with the next generation of creators.

Originally from Montréal, Québec, he now lives in Irvine with his wife Kim and their two sons, Léo and Henri, both students at the International School of Orange County. He believes deeply in the power of language and cultural understanding to shape values, empathy, and community, and looks forward to contributing his experience and perspective to support the school’s continued growth and success.