MONTREAL — Benny&Co. has appointed Nicolas Filiatrault as CEO. Filiatrault succeeds co-founder Jean Benny, who remains president, serving as president and CEO since 2006.
With more than 15 years of experience at Benny&Co., Filiatrault possesses in-depth knowledge and understanding of the industry, as well as strong leadership skills in working with partners. He played an active role in setting up its family franchise system, while establishing its finance and administration department. He also sits on the board of Restaurants Canada and the Benny&Co. Foundation, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year.
Filiatrault will ensure the development and implementation of business strategies to achieve the company’s business objectives, in collaboration with members of the management team, while Benny will continue to play a key role in the family business’ strategic vision and provide strategic guidance to the management team.
“Nicolas’ appointment as CEO was unanimously supported by all members of the Board of Directors. He has played an active role in Benny&Co’s growth. Since his arrival, our roster of restaurants has grown from 13 to [more than] 80. His rigor and values will preserve our promise to unite vision and tradition to offer the best rotisserie experience in Quebec. His approachable leadership inspires employees and will enable Benny&Co. to continue to expand into new markets and diversify its grocery portfolio,” says Benny.
Additionally, Vanessa Pinho-Giguère, CPA, has been appointed to VP, Finance. She has been with the company for more than seven years and previously held the position of director of Finance. Pinho-Giguère is also involved with the Benny&Co. Foundation as Treasurer.
