News - Alain Poirier – 30 years as President of Soleno

16 December 2019

Alain Poirier – 30 years as President of Soleno

Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, December 16, 2019 – It is with great pride that all employees of Soleno, members of the board and former colleagues, have wished to demonstrate their full appreciation for the remarkable work done by Mr. Alain Poirier, President of Soleno, on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of his presidency of the company.

The intimate celebration of this unique anniversary was held during the annual employees’ Christmas dinner on December 13, in the presence of Mrs. Claire Samson, Member of Parliament for the riding of Iberville and her political attaché, Stéphane Laroche.

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From left to right: Michaël Poirier, Marie-Noëlle Poirier, Alain Poirier, Claire Samson, Nicole Cantin and Mathieu Poirier.
Alain Poirier – 30 years as President of Soleno

In addition to the reading of a congratulations letter signed by Quebec Premier François Legault, Mrs. Samson also presented to Mr. Alain Poirier the National Assembly Medal to acknowledge
his great social involvement in the region. Praises were followed by the presentation of a short video, showing compelling testimonies from employees and collaborators.

Elected Business personality of the year in 2016 by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Haut-Richelieu (CCIHR), Alain Poirier possesses an instilling passion and energy.

Appointed President at the age of 29, Alain Poirier is unanimously recognized as an excellent leader who is characterized by his altruism, his team spirit, his ability to surround himself with talented people and especially, his vision focused on a business model which integrates circular economy, sustainable development and innovation.

Dear Alain, all 400 employees wish to congratulate you and to thank you for all these years at the Presidency, and we look forward many more to come!