Gérard is a native Parisian who moved to Seattle in 1987 when he joined Microsoft, where he still works today. He has served in a variety of capacities for the company, from global engineering to business functions, and currently manages an engineering team as part of the Unlimited Potential Group, which helps provide technology to underserved populations in emerging markets. Gérard is also the Microsoft representative to the French American Chamber of Commerce of the Pacific Northwest, the organizer of many key events within the French community, including the annual Bastille Day celebration. Gérard is an avid cook and a connoisseur of fine wines. He lives in Seattle on Queen Anne Hill with his wife, Pamela, and daughter, Elena, who is currently in Grade 2.