– CANADA, Kingsey Falls – Cascades Inc. (TSX: CAS), a leader in the recovery and manufacturing of eco-friendly packaging and hygiene products, today announced the appointment of Patrick Lemaire as Chairman of the Board of Directors to succeed Alain Lemaire who will step down from his role as Chairman of the Board of Directors at the AGM in May 2024, but will remain on the Board.
“I will fulfill my new responsibilities as Chairman of the Board in the spirit of continuity and with a firm commitment to advance our Company’s values. I look forward to working closely with our exceptional leadership team and employees,” said Patrick Lemaire.
About Patrick Lemaire
A graduate in mechanical engineering, Patrick Lemaire has been a member of Cascades’ Board of Directors since 2016 and previously served as President and CEO of Boralex Inc. from September 2006 until his retirement in December 2020. Over the last decade, he profoundly transformed the company and helped to position it as a leader in renewable energy in France. He has been recognized repeatedly for his leadership on environmental issues. At Cascades, where he held several management positions between 1988 and 2006, Patrick demonstrated his managerial skills and seasoned leadership as mill manager of five plants and VP and COO in the containerboard packaging sector.
About Cascades
Founded in 1964, Cascades offers sustainable, innovative, and value-added packaging, hygiene and recovery solutions. The Company employs 10,000 talents across a network close to 75 facilities in North America. Driven by its participative management, half a century of experience in recycling, and continuous research and development efforts, Cascades continues to provide innovative products that customers have come to rely on while contributing to the well-being of people, communities, and the entire planet.
For more information: https://www.cascades.com/
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