C2 Technologies Inc., an education, immersive learning (AR/VR/XR, Metaverse), MODSIM, aviation training, and digital transformation company has appointed its newest advisory board member, Raymond “Duke” Duquette.

The former president and general manager of CAE, USA, Duquette has more than 30 years of experience in the global defense, simulation, and aviation training industries. In his position on C2TI’s advisory board, Duke will leverage this experience and expertise to support business development in the Defense and Aviation markets and strategic decision-making for the company.  

“We are thrilled to have Duke join our board and feel confident that his experience will bring key guidance to C2 Technologies Inc as we look to expand our footprint and continue our work of delivering immersive training solutions to the war fighters,” said Dolly Oberoi, CEO for C2 Technologies.

Duquette began his career in the simulation and training industry with Boeing Training Systems and Services, where he held positions of increasing responsibility for over 14 years. He then served as the vice president of Global Business Development and vice president of Sales, Marketing and Business Development for CAE USA before advancing to the president and general manager role.  

Duquette served as an active-duty U.S. Marine Corps officer and fighter pilot for over 10 years and remained active in the Marine Corps Reserves for an additional nineteen years, retiring in 2008 at the rank of Colonel.  

He holds a bachelor’s in marketing from Florida State University and a master’s in business administration from Texas A&M University-Kingsville.