AD is delighted to announce that Stephane Gaumond has joined the organization as director, business development for the Building Supplies – Canada division. Gaumond, a seasoned executive with over 25 years of invaluable industry experience, will be a vital addition to AD Building Supplies – Canada’s team, managing all aspects of the business development process for the division’s presence across Canada while maintaining a special emphasis on Eastern Canada. Based in Montreal, QC, in this new role, Gaumond will tap into his strong industry relationships with the largest building material suppliers and distribution businesses across Canada to help steer the division into even further success.

Gaumond’s impressive career spans various distribution and manufacturing businesses throughout North America, garnering him a wealth of expertise and knowledge. His track record of nurturing close connections with major building material suppliers and distribution businesses across Canada amply positions him to guide AD Canada's members and help them leverage his invaluable experience.

Paul Williams, vice president of AD Building Supplies – Canada, offered his sentiments on this important new addition to the team.

“The ability to add someone like Stephane to our team in Canada, is a gift,” Williams said. “He is a true professional, is incredibly well connected across our country, and has market knowledge that’s second to none. I’m looking forward to partnering with him and watching him thrive within the AD Canada business for years to come.”

Gary Sangha, chairperson of AD Building Supplies – Canada, expressed his excitement about Gaumond’s appointment.

“The addition of Stephane to our business in Canada gives us a leg up on our competition,” Sangha said. “As an owner/member of AD Canada, I lean on our head office for their insights to help me guide my business. Stephane has been a senior leader in Canada for more than two decades and is incredibly well-versed in our markets across Canada. I’m excited to work closely with him, learn from him, and watch what he can do to help us grow our business in Canada. His contacts and relationships in Quebec and across Canada are industry-leading, without question.”