VALCOURT, QUÉBEC–(Marketwired – June 22, 2017) –
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BRP (TSX:DOO) welcomes a new member to its Management Committee following a reorganization of its product management structure.
Effective immediately, Mr. Bernard Guy becomes senior vice-president, Global Product Strategy. Reporting to José Boisjoli, president and CEO, Mr. Guy will lead product orientation for all BRP vehicles under the Ski-Doo, Lynx, Sea-Doo and Can-Am brands.
“We continue to build on our strategic priorities to support our growth and strengthen our leading position in the powersport industry,” said Boisjoli. “With the goal of maximising our impact on the market, I am creating the new function of Global Product Strategy to better manage our global product portfolio, capitalize on the synergies between our platforms and product lines, and increase our return on investment.”
Mr. Guy has been with the company for 30 years and has held several roles across many sectors, such as engineering, business development, product planning, as well as sales and marketing. Since 2014, he was vice-president and regional general manager responsible for all BRP powersport businesses in North America.
“I am pleased to welcome Bernard to the management team,” added Boisjoli, “as I know he will bring a strong strategic and business perspective in future product orientation decisions and in global product portfolio management to achieve the best returns on our product capital investments.”
About BRP
BRP (TSX:DOO) is a global leader in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and marketing of powersports vehicles and propulsion systems. Its portfolio includes Ski-Doo and Lynx snowmobiles, Sea-Doo watercraft, Can-Am off-road and Spyder vehicles, Evinrude and Rotax marine propulsion systems as well as Rotax engines for karts, motorcycles and recreational aircraft. BRP supports its line of products with a dedicated parts, accessories and clothing business. With annual sales of CA$4.2 billion from over 100 countries, the Company employs approximately 8,700 people worldwide.
Ski-Doo, Lynx, Sea-Doo, Evinrude, Rotax, Can-Am, Spyder and the BRP logo are trademarks of Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. or its affiliates. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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