An orderly and well-planned transfer is vital to the growth of transitioning businesses
Laval, May 24, 2019 – To support the ownership transition and future growth of L’Empreinte, Fonds régionaux de solidarité FTQ Laval is becoming a shareholder of the Laval-based printing company. This announcement coincides with the arrival of the company’s new president, Jean-Pierre Rose, who is taking over the helm from founder François Chartrand.
“Fully integrated in the field of media and communication, L'Empreinte is an industry leader thanks to its service, the quality of its work and its commitment to the environment. We are proud to support the next generation of one of Laval's economic jewels,” said Éric Dargis, Regional Vice President, Fonds de solidarité FTQ Laval, Laurentides and Lanaudière.
“Fonds régionaux de solidarité FTQ is investing at a time when the company is in good health, which will enable us to focus on growth. Whether through exporting or diversification, the Fonds régionaux team sees us as a company that’s going in the right direction,” said Jean-Pierre Rose, the new president and new shareholder of L'Empreinte.
“An orderly and well-planned transfer is vital to the growth of transitioning companies like L’Empreinte. The sellers and the buyers must take the time to ensure a successful transition, thus securing the future of the company and its jobs,” said Luc Pinard, president of Fonds régionaux de solidarité FTQ.
About Fonds régionaux de solidarité FTQ
Fonds régionaux de solidarité FTQ has been participating in the economic development of Québec’s regions for over 23 years. An integral part of the Fonds de solidarité FTQ network, Fonds régionaux have invested $918 million in 1,434 projects since their inception in 1996, helping to create, maintain or protect 51,846 jobs.