Suzanne Blanchet , president and CEO of Cascades Tissue Group, has won a Gold Stevie, Award for the "Female Executive of the Year in Canada " category in the 10 th annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business. This internationally renowned award was given to her as recognition of her outstanding contribution to her company and industry. Under her leadership, Cascades Tissue Group has become a billion-dollar leader in the tissue industry, pioneering environmentally sound and innovative paper products.
"It is with profound gratitude and great humility that I receive this award," stated Suzanne Blanchet . "I would like to share it with my colleagues, who all contributed to Cascades Tissue Group's success and international recognition."
"Since her début at Cascades, Suzanne has always pushed the limits," said Mario Plourde , Cascades' President and CEO. "She is energetic, direct and transparent, and she's always looking for greater and better things for Cascades. Through her leadership, she successfully built a billion-dollar business starting from a one-plant operation. She is an example of determination and success, and we commend her on this meaningful honor."
