Announces the appointment of Hugues Simon as its new President and CEO. Currently President of the Wood ...
KINGSEY FALLS, Que. — Cascades Inc. has named Resolute Forest Products executive Hugues Simon as its next president and CEO. The paper and packaging company says Simon will takeover the new job no later than July 1. He succeeds Mario Plourde, who is retiring from the top job. Cascades says Plourde will help support Simon during a transition period lasting until December, after which he will act as a special adviser Simon is currently president of the wood products business at Resolute Forest Pro
Cascades Inc. (TSX: CAS) announces the appointment of Mr. Hugues Simon as its new President and CEO. Currently President of the Wood Products business at Resolute Forest Products, Mr. Simon will assume his new role no later than July 1, 2024. The appointment follows an extensive succession planning and recruitment process, supported by an international firm, in anticipation of Mario Plourde's planned retirement. After more than 11 years at the helm of the Company, Mr. Plourde will support the ne