TransForce appoints executive VPs

MONTREAL: Transportation and logistics company TransForce Inc the company’s board of directors has approved a new corporate structure, including the nomination of five executive vice-presidents. TransForce said the move, made on the recommendation of chairman, president and CEO Alain Bédard, will help him in dealing with the development and growth strategy of the company.

The new executive vice-presidents are Jean-François Dodier, Marc Fox, James P. Houston, Brian Kohut and Rob O’Reilly. All have extensive senior operational experience with TransForce, the company said, and will oversee the daily operations of the various companies within the TransForce group.

“Each of these gentlemen has my strong personal endorsement as they have made solid contributions to the company over the years,” said Bédard. “Their proven management skills and commitment are exemplary. TransForce has expanded materially within the past few months and this enhanced corporate structure will ensure that all new operations are fully and efficiently integrated and that service to our customers remains the number one priority. Their well-earned promotions will allow me to focus more fully on the further expansion of the company, particularly into US markets, so that we can continue to deliver meaningful returns to shareholders.”