MONTREAL – Cogeco Inc. and Cogeco Cable have announced Patrice Ouimet as senior vice president and CFO, effective immediately.
Ouimet, pictured, has substantial operations and finance experience in global public and private corporations, notably in corporate strategy, treasury, risk management, internal audit and investor relations, reads Monday’s announcement. Prior to joining Cogeco, he was SVP and CFO at Enerkem Inc., VP of corporate development and enterprise risk management at Gildan Activewear Inc., and has ten years of experience in the investment banking sector in various roles at Lazard Limited and CIBC World Markets Inc.
"I am pleased to announce Patrice's appointment. His vast expertise and solid understanding of operations combined with his renowned dedication, strategic focus and true commitment towards our values make him the ideal candidate to contribute to Cogeco's success," said Louis Audet, president and CEO of Cogeco Inc. and Cogeco Cable, in the announcement. "Patrice's capabilities will be invaluable in providing strong strategic financial direction to Cogeco and our operating companies, as well as in fostering solid financial health and increased shareholder value."
