About Us
Our Story
GR International is, above all, the story of Eric Pichette — a passionate entrepreneur constantly developing new ideas since his early childhood.
In 2010, Eric identified a major opportunity in the business networking market. At that time, existing networking models were rigid and outdated, lacking friendliness and geared toward a select few, leaving little room for smaller players. Yet, business is built on strong relationships. His company, then known as Groupe Reso international Corp, struck the right chord by positioning itself as THE go-to business networking group, catering to self-employed individuals as well as leaders of small, medium, and large enterprises.
Eric devoted all his time and energy to the company and quickly built a team to support its rapid growth. The company experienced explosive expansion, first across Quebec, then internationally — launching new groups daily in Canada, the U.S., Europe, and even Africa.
However, life sometimes has a way of forcing us to pause. Following health issues, Eric chose to sell the company, slow down, and focus on new projects — all while staying active within the network and continuing to serve as a consultant.
Years passed, and it became clear that business networking was at a pivotal moment. Every respectable company must learn to reinvent itself. As a visionary, Eric began reimagining the company he had founded, driven by his passion and his desire to help entrepreneurs go further. With a remarkable team behind him, he reacquired his shares and relaunched GR International in 2019, with the vision of becoming the global leader in business networking.
Today, more than ever, the GR International family offers its members the very best — a human, modern, relevant, friendly, and effective business network, while remaining true to the values of its founder and his team of engaged and ethical professionals.
Our Mission
To establish global business networking connections to foster growth, opportunity, and prosperity for our members by offering unique and innovative solutions.
Our Vision
To become the global leader in business networking.
Our Values
Commitment
We are all committed to working hand in hand toward our shared goal. At GR International, each collaborator takes full ownership of their role. We promote a sense of belonging, active participation, member loyalty, and constantly strive to exceed expectations in business networking. This culture of engagement invites everyone to define how they want to contribute to GR International.
Innovation
We foster innovation in every aspect of our work. We are always one step ahead because innovation requires boldness. Innovation is at the heart of GR International’s vision and guides its structure and development — always seeking to improve efficiency and productivity. To deliver unique and forward-thinking solutions to our members, we must constantly push boundaries and lead by example.
Integrity
We conduct our business with integrity. Integrity is a moral value that drives our decision-making and shapes our work culture. Every GR International collaborator behaves fairly and honestly. Integrity also means keeping our commitments, remaining passionate and professional — even under pressure. A person of integrity accepts responsibility for their actions.
Passion
We seek passion in everything we do. Passion drives us to go further, to explore new frontiers in business networking to enhance the prosperity of our members. Guided by excellence, enthusiasm, and unwavering dedication, GR International strives to exceed member expectations. We believe that our motivated and enthusiastic team is what makes us the global leader in business networking.
Professionalism
Together, we deliver high-quality business networking solutions with lasting impact, exceeding our members’ expectations. GR International’s professionalism is reflected in both our networking expertise and interpersonal skills. Know-how, competence, dedication, and responsiveness are part of our daily commitment to increasing the growth, opportunities, and prosperity of our members. Continuous learning and innovation are fundamental to our approach.
Message from the President
Commitment — the cornerstone of business success
When I founded GR International, I knew what I was getting into — this wasn’t my first venture. Entrepreneurship is anything but a smooth ride, and perseverance is key. Every startup entrepreneur must be committed and willing to invest the necessary time and energy. I cannot stress this enough. I’ve spent countless hours building my businesses, and I’m proud of it. It’s thanks to relentless effort and passion that I’ve succeeded.
With GR, my goal was to share my experience and knowledge to benefit as many entrepreneurs as possible — helping them avoid the mistakes I made. If I’m still this passionate today, it’s because there’s nothing I love more than seeing you thrive.
I learned early in life that your network can be a powerful lever — but only if you nurture and take care of it. That’s exactly what GR International offers: a space where you can build strong relationships and make a name for yourself — locally, regionally, or globally.
Yet while strength lies in numbers, it is commitment that is the true foundation of business success. A group of disengaged individuals will never yield the desired results.
The key? The more you invest in your business, the more you will reap. The deeper your relationships, the better they’ll understand, value, and refer you.
Join a group in the GR International family and see for yourself. You’ll benefit from expert advice, ongoing training, a growing client base — and increased revenues.
Happy Networking,
Eric Pichette
President