David Cape
PRESIDENT
David Cape became president of Groupe Marcelle in 2003. He began his professional career as president of Princeton Transportation Consulting Group, developing software systems for large U.S. motor carriers. In April 1994, David returned to Montreal to work with his father Michael Cape and take on the position of executive vice president at Groupe Marcelle. Today, David serves as the chair of the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA). David holds Bachelor of Science in Engineering Management Systems from Princeton University.
Annie Trotier
SENIOR DIRECTOR, HR BUSINESS PARTNER
As the senior director, HR business partner of Groupe Marcelle, Annie has been responsible for the organization’s talent since 2010. Prior to joining the company, Annie worked at Bombardier Aerospace as a senior human resources business partner for nine years. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the Université de Sherbrooke.
François Lafortune
VICE PRESIDENT, MARKETING
Since 2011, François has led the company’s marketing teams as the vice president of marketing. Before joining Groupe Marcelle, François worked in various management positions at L’Oréal both locally and internationally. He is also a lecturer at HEC Montreal, where he has taught management skills since 2010. François holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and a master’s from HEC Montreal, as wells as a Master of Business Administration from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University.
Annie Larivière
VICE PRESIDENT, FINANCE
As the vice president of finance for Groupe Marcelle, Annie leads the company finance teams. She has worked for the company for 17 years, starting as a controller. Prior to joining the company, Annie spent 6 years working as a financial analyst at Essilor and 3 years at PwC accounting firm. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Professional Accounting from HEC Montréal.
Luc Simard
VICE PRESIDENT, OPERATIONS
Luc has been with Groupe Marcelle for 18 years. As vice president of operations, he leads all supply chain activities. Prior to this role, he spent 11 years at Procter & Gamble contributing to production, logistics and sales operations functions. Luc brings to Groupe Marcelle more than 20 years of experience in supply chain management. He holds a Bachelor of Chemical Engineering from Université Laval.
Christine Barvinek
VICE PRESIDENT, SALES
As the Vice President, Sales of Groupe Marcelle, Christine leads the company’s sales teams since 1999. Prior to joining the company, Christine lead Business Development at Regent Cosmetics ( Annabelle & Caroline Cosmetics brands ). Regent was acquired by Groupe Marcelle in 1999. Her previous 8 years with Katz Group Canada Ltd in Category Management, Procurement and Store Operations helped to complete her scope in the CPG Industry. Christine bring 30 years of managing experience to Groupe Marcelle.
David Cape
PRESIDENT
David Cape became president of Groupe Marcelle in 2003. He began his professional career as president of Princeton Transportation Consulting Group, developing software systems for large U.S. motor carriers. In April 1994, David returned to Montreal to work with his father Michael Cape and take on the position of executive vice president at Groupe Marcelle. Today, David serves as the chair of the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA). David holds Bachelor of Science in Engineering Management Systems from Princeton University.
Annie Trotier
SENIOR DIRECTOR, HR BUSINESS PARTNER
As the senior director, HR business partner of Groupe Marcelle, Annie has been responsible for the organization’s talent since 2010. Prior to joining the company, Annie worked at Bombardier Aerospace as a senior human resources business partner for nine years. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the Université de Sherbrooke.
François Lafortune
VICE PRESIDENT, MARKETING
Since 2011, François has led the company’s marketing teams as the vice president of marketing. Before joining Groupe Marcelle, François worked in various management positions at L’Oréal both locally and internationally. He is also a lecturer at HEC Montreal, where he has taught management skills since 2010. François holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and a master’s from HEC Montreal, as wells as a Master of Business Administration from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University.
Annie Larivière
VICE PRESIDENT, FINANCE
As the vice president of finance for Groupe Marcelle, Annie leads the company finance teams. She has worked for the company for 17 years, starting as a controller. Prior to joining the company, Annie spent 6 years working as a financial analyst at Essilor and 3 years at PwC accounting firm. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Professional Accounting from HEC Montréal.
Luc Simard
VICE PRESIDENT, OPERATIONS
Luc has been with Groupe Marcelle for 18 years. As vice president of operations, he leads all supply chain activities. Prior to this role, he spent 11 years at Procter & Gamble contributing to production, logistics and sales operations functions. Luc brings to Groupe Marcelle more than 20 years of experience in supply chain management. He holds a Bachelor of Chemical Engineering from Université Laval.
Christine Barvinek
VICE PRESIDENT, SALES
As the Vice President, Sales of Groupe Marcelle, Christine leads the company’s sales teams since 1999. Prior to joining the company, Christine lead Business Development at Regent Cosmetics ( Annabelle & Caroline Cosmetics brands ). Regent was acquired by Groupe Marcelle in 1999. Her previous 8 years with Katz Group Canada Ltd in Category Management, Procurement and Store Operations helped to complete her scope in the CPG Industry. Christine bring 30 years of managing experience to Groupe Marcelle.