Indira Moudi is a globally recognized business leader in sustainable agribusiness, global trade, and economic development. As CEO of Viandes Lafrance, she has transformed the company into a model of responsible production, championing sustainability, inclusion, and innovation. Under her leadership, Viandes Lafrance, founded in 1929, became the first federally certified multi-species slaughterhouse in Quebec, showcasing how to produce responsible animal protein and expanding this sustainable approach to national and international markets.
With a career spanning five continents, Indira has held leadership roles at Schlumberger, Baker Hughes, and Orano. Her expertise in energy and agribusiness allows her to drive complex global initiatives, foster economic resilience, and navigate evolving geopolitical challenges.
A strong advocate for repreneurship, Indira promotes business succession and revitalization as key strategies for economic sustainability. Through Viandes Lafrance, she demonstrates how repreneurship preserves industry heritage while fostering innovation and responsible business practices.
Indira is a member of IMAGINE LEADERS, a global community dedicated to accelerating systems change, and actively contributes` to discussions on sustainable business and economic transformation. She has received multiple prestigious awards, including the Pauline-B. Allard Builder Award, SME CEO of the Year 2023, and the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2024 African Canadian Business Summit.
Born in Algeria and raised within the five major religions, she brings a deeply diverse perspective to leadership. She remains committed to leveraging human-centered leadership to create meaningful global impact.
