National Manufacturing Consortium Appoints New President
Oct 9, 2019
Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium (EMC), a not-for-profit consortium serving and supporting Canada’s manufacturing industry is excited to announce changes to the operations of EMC.
Effective October 8th, 2019, Jean-Pierre (JP) Giroux, currently National Director of Skills and Talent Development for Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium (EMC), is transitioning into the role of President. With an extensive career in the manufacturing sector, Giroux’s experience combined with his exposure to EMC, positions him well to ensure his success in the role of President of EMC.
“With 20 years of experience working for the manufacturing industry – coast-to-coast, JP’s expertise, network and energy will be at the center of shaping the future direction of EMC.” indicated Al Diggins, EMC, Chairman of the Board. “In bringing Jean-Pierre into the role of President, we bring someone from EMC who understands today’s manufacturing industry challenges and opportunities and is committed to ensuring our members have the tools, resources and support necessary that will help them achieve short-term and long-term success.” Added Diggins
“Recognizing Shawn Casemore contribution for an EMC transition in the last two years and Al Diggins being at the heart of EMC for over twenty-years, I’m humbled to have the opportunity to take over such a tremendous opportunity and responsibility. This has been an easy choice for me to make this shift in my career as I am surrounded by a fantastic organization of great people and highly engaged and caring members.” mentioned Giroux, EMC new President.
Shawn Casemore, current EMC President, will continue to be an active member of the EMC team and network, as well as providing management support with our various programs and projects to ensure a smooth transition and strong future for our members and EMC.
“I’ve been fortunate to lead EMC through a pivotal time of transition and I look forward to continuing to support Jean Pierre, the Board, EMCs employees and members in the months and years to come. Our manufacturing landscape is changing, and EMC will continue to evolve to ensure it offers significant value and support to its members.”
EMC has grown to become Canada’s largest manufacturing consortium and with over 1,000 hands-on industry events annually, is the most active manufacturing organization in North America! Founded in the mid-1980’s and incorporated in 1997, EMC is responsible for contributing significant knowledge, expertise and industry resources towards the success of nearly 13, 000 consortium and online member manufacturers, employing hundreds of thousands of Canadians, in 60 consortium regions and spanning more than 450 communities across Canada.
