Cascades Promotes François Fillion to Vice-President, Excellence
Cascades Inc. has made a key appointment, promoting François Fillion to the role of Vice-President, Excellence. Previously, he served as the Vice-President of Finance for the Packaging sector. François replaces Emmanuelle Migneault, who has recently transitioned to the position of Chief Human Resources Officer.
François Fillion's Background
François Fillion brings a wealth of experience to his new role. He earned his bachelor's degree in commerce, majoring in accounting, from McGill University, along with a graduate degree in accounting from the Université du Québec à Montréal. Joining Cascades in 2009, François started his career as a financial analyst. Over the years, he has been promoted to significant roles, including Director of Accounting and Consolidation, Corporate Controller, and Vice-President of Finance for both the corporate operations and subsequently for the Tissue and Packaging sectors.
Path to Leadership
Throughout his tenure at Cascades, François has climbed the corporate ladder by demonstrating exceptional skills, leadership qualities, and the ability to motivate high-performance teams. His strategic and transformative projects have played a crucial role in modernizing the organization. As Hugues Simon, Cascades' President and CEO, expressed, "We are thrilled to promote François to the position of Vice-President, Excellence. His experience and leadership will be integral in integrating our culture of excellence across the organization, helping teams implement initiatives that generate value."
Cascades: Commitment to Excellence
Founded in 1964, Cascades is dedicated to providing sustainable, innovative, and value-added solutions for packaging, hygiene, and recovery needs. With a workforce of around 9,500 employees spread over 65 production units across North America, the company thrives on a culture of participative management. A legacy built on decades of experience in recycling, coupled with ongoing research and development efforts, has positioned Cascades as a leader in delivering innovative products. The company is committed to enhancing the well-being of communities and the planet. Cascades' shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol CAS.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the new role of François Fillion at Cascades?
François Fillion has been appointed Vice-President, Excellence, succeeding Emmanuelle Migneault who moved to a different position.
What is François Fillion's professional background?
François holds a bachelor's degree in commerce and a graduate degree in accounting and has been with Cascades since 2009, progressing through various key positions.
What did Hugues Simon say about Fillion's promotion?
Hugues Simon, the President and CEO of Cascades, stated that François' leadership will be vital in enhancing the company's culture of excellence.
When was Cascades founded?
Cascades was established in 1964, focusing on sustainable packaging and recycling solutions.
How many employees does Cascades have?
The company employs around 9,500 individuals across its operations in North America.
