“I am proud to join such a dynamic company, known worldwide for its creativity and technological innovation. In recent years, TRIOTECH has gained an international reputation with the leading global entertainment groups, which puts it in an ideal position to experience further growth in worldwide markets,” said Charles Sirois.
Over the past 40 years, Charles Sirois made his mark in the telecommunications industry, having been President and CEO of both BCE Mobile and Teleglobe. He also founded Telesystem International Wireless, an important global telecommunications operator, as well as Microcell Telecommunications, better known as the Fido brand. In addition, he has been a member of the Board of Directors of the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC) from 1997 to 2015, and served as its Chairman from 2009 to 2015.
Mr. Sirois is a member of the Order of Canada and was designated Knight of the National Order of Quebec. He was also named to the Canadian Telecommunications Hall of Fame, in addition to being awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal.