About
the author
Sylvain Abitbol, author of the memoir “5 Minutes to Midnight,” is a visionary engineer and entrepreneur.
About the author
Sylvain Abitbol made a significant impact in both the telecommunications industry and Jewish advocacy. Born in Casablanca, he moved to Canada after the Six-Day War, where he built a trailblazing career, leading companies to success on Wall Street and raising capital in major financial markets. A graduate of École Polytechnique de Montréal, Abitbol’s journey is marked by resilience and leadership.
About the author
He earned prestigious honors like the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Medal and the Samuel Bronfman Medal. As co-chair of the Canadian Jewish Congress and president of the Federation CJA of Montreal, he has been a tireless advocate for the Jewish community. His life reflects a deep commitment to both business success and meaningful community service.
Dedication
To my father, David Abitbol, who taught me how to negotiate in the souk and to listen to the silences in music.
To my mother, Raymonde Harroch, who instilled in me resilience and stoicism.
To my wife, Gilda, who gracefully transformed a house into a home and five individuals into a family.
To my children, Jennifer, David, and Jérémie, who gave me the courage and motivation I needed and whom I love beyond all else.
To life.
To the ultimate five minutes to midnight.
