Jean-François Routhier
Chairman at Le Groupe Master, Inc.
Profile
Mr. Routhier holds a Bachelor in Business Administration from the University of Sherbrooke.
Jean-François has more than 16 years of experience in operations management, supply chain management, finance, business development and mergers & acquisitions.
Prior to joining Novacap, Mr. Routhier worked in investment banking at Desjardins Securities, held an analyst position at Argo Global Capital, a venture capital firm investing globally as well as an analyst position in private equity at EdgeStone Capital Partners.
Mr. Routhier rose through the ranks at Novacap, starting as an analyst in 2005, then in various positions including associate, vice-president and finally as principal before leaving for a mandate with the Master Group.
Mr. Routhier held the position of Chief Operating Officer within the Master Group from 2017 to 2019 where he was in charge of operations, supply chain, real estate, pricing, mergers and acquisitions and led a major expansion project in Western Canada.
He sat and still sits on the company’s executive committee.
After almost three years with the Master Group, Mr. Routhier has returned to Novacap as a Senior Partner in January 2020, and was nominated Managing Partner in 2023.
Mr. Routhier is currently Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Master Group and Multy Home.
Jean-François Routhier active positions
Companies | Position | Start |
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Novacap Industries
Novacap Industries Investment ManagersFinance Founded in 1981 by Marc Beauchamp, Novacap Industries is a private equity firm located in Longueuil, Quebec. The firm is the industrial/manufacturing-focused investment arm of Novacap Investissements, Inc., a Canadian private equity firm. Novacap Investissements also invests in the technology sector through their technology-focused investment arm, Novacap Technologies. | Private Equity Analyst | 2010-06-24 |
Novacap Management, Inc.
Novacap Management, Inc. Investment ManagersFinance Novacap Management, Inc (Novacap Management) is a Private Equity firm founded in 1981 by Marc Beauchamp. The firm is headquartered in Brossard, Quebec. | Private Equity Investor | 2013-12-31 |
Le Groupe Master, Inc.
Le Groupe Master, Inc. Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services Le Groupe Master, Inc. distributes air conditioning, refrigeration, heating and ventilation systems. It serves to the residential, commercial and industrial sectors. The company was founded in 1952 and is headquartered in Boucherville, Canada. | Chairman | 2019-12-31 |
Canada's Venture Capital & Private Equity Association | Director/Board Member | 2020-07-01 |
Globe Electric Co., Inc. (Canada)
Globe Electric Co., Inc. (Canada) Electrical ProductsProducer Manufacturing Globe Electric Co., Inc. (Canada) is a North American leader and innovator in lighting solutions, electrical products, and smart home systems. Globe Electric is based in Montréal, CA, and has subsidiaries in the United States. The Canadian company, coined the creative energy company, is committed to continuous R & D, delivering the best quality products, and leaving a positive impact on the lives of consumers. Each product is made with respect™, and their commitment extends to every person involved in the making of their products, from design to production to delivery, and to their shared natural environment. Globe Electric products can be found at retailers across North America and online. The company was founded in 1932 by Jack Weinstein, and the CEO is Edward Weinstein. | Director/Board Member | 2021-04-30 |
Multy Home LP
Multy Home LP Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services Multy Home LP supplies floor coverings. Its products include boot trays, functional and decorative mats, rolled rubber, rubber pavers, doormats, patio rugs, and deck and balcony tiles. The company is headquartered in Woodbridge, Canada. | Chairman | 2021-05-31 |
Former positions of Jean-François Routhier
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Scies B.G.R., Inc.
Scies B.G.R., Inc. Tools & HardwareConsumer Durables Scies B.G.R., Inc. designs and manufactures wood processing saw blades. Its product include BGRevolusaw, Guided saws, Trimmer saws, Strob & super strob saws, Band saws, and maintenance tools. The company was founded by Jean-Claude Blanchet in 1968 and is headquartered in Levis, Canada. | Director/Board Member | 2017-04-30 |
Pipp Mobile Storage Systems, Inc.
Pipp Mobile Storage Systems, Inc. Office Equipment/SuppliesProducer Manufacturing Pipp Mobile Storage Systems, Inc. manufactures, designs and installs mobile shelving and storage systems. It offers mobile carriage systems, such as lateral manual mobile, standard manual compacting mobile, and electrical compacting mobile storage systems; and heavy duty manual, mechanical-assist, static, lateral, modular deck lateral, and manual compacting carriages. The company was founded in 1981 and is headquartered in Walker, MI. | Director/Board Member | 2016-11-30 |
Desjardins Securities, Inc.
Desjardins Securities, Inc. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Desjardins Securities, Inc. is the broker/dealer arm of the Desjardins Holding Financier, Inc., ultimately held by Le Mouvement des caisses Desjardins in Canada. Founded in 1991, the firm is headquartered in Montréal and has an additional office in Toronto. Desjardins Securities offers businesses and institutions with a complete range of securities brokerage products and services through its investment advisors and its Disnat Online Brokerage division. The firm is an approved participant on the Montreal Exchange and the Toronto Stock Exchange, as well as a participating member of the TSX Venture Exchange. In addition, Desjardins Securities is a member of both the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC) and the Canadian Investor Protection Fund (CIPF). | Corporate Officer/Principal | 2005-09-30 |
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Training of Jean-François Routhier
University of Sherbrooke | Undergraduate Degree |
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Novacap Industries
Novacap Industries Investment ManagersFinance Founded in 1981 by Marc Beauchamp, Novacap Industries is a private equity firm located in Longueuil, Quebec. The firm is the industrial/manufacturing-focused investment arm of Novacap Investissements, Inc., a Canadian private equity firm. Novacap Investissements also invests in the technology sector through their technology-focused investment arm, Novacap Technologies. | Finance |
Argo Global Capital, Inc.
Argo Global Capital, Inc. Investment ManagersFinance Founded in 1997 by Henry Haight, Argo Global Capital, Inc. is a venture capital firm located in Wakefield, Massachusetts. | Finance |
EdgeStone Capital Partners, Inc.
EdgeStone Capital Partners, Inc. Investment ManagersFinance Founded in 1999, EdgeStone Capital Partners, Inc. is a Toronto-based private equity firm. They also have offices in Calgary and Montreal | Finance |
Desjardins Securities, Inc.
Desjardins Securities, Inc. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Desjardins Securities, Inc. is the broker/dealer arm of the Desjardins Holding Financier, Inc., ultimately held by Le Mouvement des caisses Desjardins in Canada. Founded in 1991, the firm is headquartered in Montréal and has an additional office in Toronto. Desjardins Securities offers businesses and institutions with a complete range of securities brokerage products and services through its investment advisors and its Disnat Online Brokerage division. The firm is an approved participant on the Montreal Exchange and the Toronto Stock Exchange, as well as a participating member of the TSX Venture Exchange. In addition, Desjardins Securities is a member of both the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC) and the Canadian Investor Protection Fund (CIPF). | Finance |
Novacap Management, Inc.
Novacap Management, Inc. Investment ManagersFinance Novacap Management, Inc (Novacap Management) is a Private Equity firm founded in 1981 by Marc Beauchamp. The firm is headquartered in Brossard, Quebec. | Finance |
Le Groupe Master, Inc.
Le Groupe Master, Inc. Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services Le Groupe Master, Inc. distributes air conditioning, refrigeration, heating and ventilation systems. It serves to the residential, commercial and industrial sectors. The company was founded in 1952 and is headquartered in Boucherville, Canada. | Distribution Services |
Canada's Venture Capital & Private Equity Association | |
Globe Electric Co., Inc. (Canada)
Globe Electric Co., Inc. (Canada) Electrical ProductsProducer Manufacturing Globe Electric Co., Inc. (Canada) is a North American leader and innovator in lighting solutions, electrical products, and smart home systems. Globe Electric is based in Montréal, CA, and has subsidiaries in the United States. The Canadian company, coined the creative energy company, is committed to continuous R & D, delivering the best quality products, and leaving a positive impact on the lives of consumers. Each product is made with respect™, and their commitment extends to every person involved in the making of their products, from design to production to delivery, and to their shared natural environment. Globe Electric products can be found at retailers across North America and online. The company was founded in 1932 by Jack Weinstein, and the CEO is Edward Weinstein. | Producer Manufacturing |
Multy Home LP
Multy Home LP Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services Multy Home LP supplies floor coverings. Its products include boot trays, functional and decorative mats, rolled rubber, rubber pavers, doormats, patio rugs, and deck and balcony tiles. The company is headquartered in Woodbridge, Canada. | Distribution Services |
Scies B.G.R., Inc.
Scies B.G.R., Inc. Tools & HardwareConsumer Durables Scies B.G.R., Inc. designs and manufactures wood processing saw blades. Its product include BGRevolusaw, Guided saws, Trimmer saws, Strob & super strob saws, Band saws, and maintenance tools. The company was founded by Jean-Claude Blanchet in 1968 and is headquartered in Levis, Canada. | Consumer Durables |
Pipp Mobile Storage Systems, Inc.
Pipp Mobile Storage Systems, Inc. Office Equipment/SuppliesProducer Manufacturing Pipp Mobile Storage Systems, Inc. manufactures, designs and installs mobile shelving and storage systems. It offers mobile carriage systems, such as lateral manual mobile, standard manual compacting mobile, and electrical compacting mobile storage systems; and heavy duty manual, mechanical-assist, static, lateral, modular deck lateral, and manual compacting carriages. The company was founded in 1981 and is headquartered in Walker, MI. | Producer Manufacturing |
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