MONTREAL – Videotron president and CEO Manon Brouillette has been recognized by the Women’s Executive Network (WXN) as one of Canada’s Most Powerful Women Top 100 Awards in the Corporate Executives category.
The award celebrates the professional achievements of of women with strong leadership skills in the private, public and non-profit sectors across the country.
Brouillette, pictured, joined Videotron in 2004 at the age of 36 as VP of marketing and product development, the youngest member of Videotron senior management at the time. She quickly distinguished herself by virtue of her natural leadership skills, business acumen, and ability to pursue a far-sighted strategic vision.
Over the past 10 years, she has spearheaded some of the most important projects in Videotron’s history, including its entry into the mobile market, the launch of its cable telephone service, the development of its Ultimate Speed Internet access services and the introduction of illico TV new generation, illico mobile and Club illico. Brouillette was named president and CEO in May 2013.
“Manon is a true leader in the telecommunications industry and an incredible source of inspiration for all who aspire to high positions,” said Quebecor and Quebecor Media president and CEO Pierre Dion, in the announcement. “She is an executive with vision and the ability to motivate. For more than 10 years, she has been part of the resounding successes Videotron has achieved despite a highly competitive, fast-changing environment.”
“I am honoured to be chosen by the Women’s Executive Network and to be listed among a group of such remarkable women,” added Brouillette. “I would like to share this distinction with my team. Behind this award lies the work and passion of 6,000 employees who have succeeded in positioning Videotron as a dominant player in telecommunications and entertainment.”
