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Profil
A graduate in law from Université Laval and member of the Quebec Bar since 1980, François Amyot is Vice-President of Investments and Chief Legal Officer at HDG since September 2018.
As part of his duties, he participates in investment process and supervises the legal affairs of all the subsidiaries and investments of HDG.
In this role, he accompanies the business partners of HDG in their development and growth.
He is also part of the board of Groupe Germain Inc.
A recognized professional, François Amyot has been awarded numerous prizes and distinctions, including the recent distinctions of 2018 Legal Counsellor of the Year from M&A Club Canada, Star Lawyer 2018 Acritas UK and named Lawyer of the Year in corporate Law for Quebec City in the 2019 edition of Best Lawyers in Canada.
Before joining HDG, he was an associate for over 29 years at the law firm McCarthy Tétrault where he practised business law, mainly in mergers and acquisitions, private equity investments, business finance and securities.
François is chairman of the board of the Carrefour international de théâtre as well as chairman of the board of Excellence Sportive Québec-Lévis.
He is also a member of the Institute of Corporate Directors and holds the ICD.D designation.
Postes actifs de François Amyot
| Sociétés | Poste | Début |
|---|---|---|
HDG, inc.
 HDG, inc. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Le Massif de Charlevoix, a flagship project, is located in a UNESCO biosphere reserve and features ski trails, lifts, a luge run, mountain biking, cultural attractions, and the Hôtel Le Germain Charlevoix, connected by the Charlevoix train. The private company is located in Canada. The Canadian company focuses on private equity investments, real estate, and the development of Le Massif de Charlevoix, a year-round recreational tourism destination. HDG supports the growth of Quebec companies through financial backing, strategic guidance, and operational expertise, targeting profitable private businesses with strong management and growth potential. The company emphasizes responsible investment principles, considering social and environmental impacts, and contributes to community development, job creation, and philanthropic initiatives. Its portfolio includes companies such as Les Chocolats Favoris and Angiochem, and it has a history of investments and divestitures. HDG, inc. is a Quebec-based financial holding company founded in 2001 by Daniel Gauthier, co-founder of Cirque du Soleil. | President | 01/09/2018 |
Groupe Germain, Inc.
 Groupe Germain, Inc. Hotels/Resorts/Cruise linesConsumer Services Operates hotels | Directeur/Membre du Conseil | - |
BDG & Partners Financial Corp.
 BDG & Partners Financial Corp. Investment ManagersFinance BDG & Partners Financial Corp invest in middle-market Canada based companies operating in the fields of manufacturing and distribution and with an enterprise value of USD 150 million. | Consultant / Advisor | - |
Anciens postes connus de François Amyot
| Sociétés | Poste | Fin |
|---|---|---|
McCarthy Tétrault LLP ( Canada)
 McCarthy Tétrault LLP ( Canada) Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides legal services | Private Equity Investor | 01/08/2018 |
Formation de François Amyot
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| Entreprise privées | 5 |
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McCarthy Tétrault LLP ( Canada)
McCarthy Tétrault LLP ( Canada) Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides legal services | Commercial Services |
Université Laval
 Université Laval Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Groupe Germain, Inc.
Groupe Germain, Inc. Hotels/Resorts/Cruise linesConsumer Services Operates hotels | Consumer Services |
BDG & Partners Financial Corp.
BDG & Partners Financial Corp. Investment ManagersFinance BDG & Partners Financial Corp invest in middle-market Canada based companies operating in the fields of manufacturing and distribution and with an enterprise value of USD 150 million. | Finance |
HDG, inc.
HDG, inc. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Le Massif de Charlevoix, a flagship project, is located in a UNESCO biosphere reserve and features ski trails, lifts, a luge run, mountain biking, cultural attractions, and the Hôtel Le Germain Charlevoix, connected by the Charlevoix train. The private company is located in Canada. The Canadian company focuses on private equity investments, real estate, and the development of Le Massif de Charlevoix, a year-round recreational tourism destination. HDG supports the growth of Quebec companies through financial backing, strategic guidance, and operational expertise, targeting profitable private businesses with strong management and growth potential. The company emphasizes responsible investment principles, considering social and environmental impacts, and contributes to community development, job creation, and philanthropic initiatives. Its portfolio includes companies such as Les Chocolats Favoris and Angiochem, and it has a history of investments and divestitures. HDG, inc. is a Quebec-based financial holding company founded in 2001 by Daniel Gauthier, co-founder of Cirque du Soleil. | Finance |
