About AskAïa

Our Mission

AskAïa enables organizations to manage global talent with confidence. We simplify and secure the entire mobility and compliance process through an AI-powered platform, reducing legal risk, automating workflows, and delivering real-time insights. Our mission is to make managing international talent seamless, transparent, and cost-effective for every employer, everywhere.

Our Vision

We believe that managing international talent should be easy, compliant, and scalable. Our vision is to become the global operating system for workforce mobility, empowering employers to unlock the full potential of international talent while staying ahead of regulatory risk.

The Birth of AskAïa

AskAïa was inspired by the real-world challenges our founders faced with international mobility. Antony came to Canada from Colombia with his family, so he’s lived how fragile this can feel. Later, working with HR leaders, he saw how employers struggle to manage compliance, deadlines, and the human side of moving talent across borders. AskAïa exists to make this journey safer, simpler, and scalable—helping every company support their global teams with confidence.

Team Behind AskAïa

Antony Diaz, Co-Founder & CEO

Antony brings a wealth of experience in cybersecurity and AI, having launched his first startup at the age of 16. His personal journey as an immigrant from Colombia inspired the creation of AskAïa, driven by his passion for innovation and his desire to make a positive impact on people's lives.

Laurent Maisonnave, Co-Founder & COO

Laurent is a serial entrepreneur with over 15 years of expertise in product management. His leadership in scaling tech startups is key to AskAïa’s mission of simplifying immigration and driving social impact by empowering individuals to build better lives in new communities.

Jean-David Olekhnovitch, CTO

Jean-David is a technical powerhouse with over two decades of experience in software development and infrastructure. His expertise in building scalable, user-centric solutions ensures that AskAïa remains at the forefront of technological innovation, delivering reliable and efficient services.

Charlier Jean-Christophe, UI/UX Designer & Front-End Developer

Jean-Christophe is both a designer and developer, shaping AskAïa’s website, brand identity, user interfaces, and communication tools. His dual expertise ensures clarity, consistency, and impact across all digital experiences.

Advisory Board

Our Advisory Board, with experts in AI, immigration law, and tech growth, guides AskAïa in transforming the immigration process and ensuring strategic success.

Myriam Dumont Robillard

A renowned PhD law professor and leading expert in immigration and labor law, Myriam Dumon Robillard brings a wealth of legal expertise to AskAïa. Her academic and practical experience ensures that AskAïa navigates the complexities of immigration law with precision and authority.

Shibl Mourad

Leading DeepMind Research Engineering in North America, Shibl Mourad is a pioneering AI expert with extensive experience in building and scaling tech startups. His deep understanding of AI and commitment to advancing technology in Montreal make him a valuable asset to AskAïa.

Gabriel Sundaram

With a strong background in scaling tech startups and strategic growth, Gabriel Sundaram provides AskAïa with critical insights into product development, fundraising, and market expansion. His extensive experience as an investor and advisor reinforces AskAïa’s strategic direction.