On Sept. 25, independent distributor organization AD announced that Stephane Gaumond has joined the organization as Director, Business Development for the Building Supplies-Canada division.

Gaumond, who has more than 25 years of industry experience, will manage the team’s business development process for the division’s presence across Canada, while also maintaining a special emphasis on Eastern Canada.

Based in Montreal in his 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,” AD said.

“The ability to add someone like Stephane to our team in Canada, is a gift,” said Paul Williams, Vice President of AD Building Supplies-Canada. “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.”