Chief Executive Officer, GDI
Claude Bigras has worked in the construction, janitorial service and facility maintenance industry since 1982. In 1994 he joined Distinction, and then in 1998 became a shareholder. With increasingly senior roles, Claude became President of Distinction in December 2004 when he became the majority shareholder. This period was marked with significant organic growth, leading Distinction to become the largest janitorial and facility services contractor throughout Quebec.
Today, with his key role of CEO within GDI, Claude offers both perspective and experience in growth and development of the group of companies as well as key financial and strategic insight. In addition, Claude brings an exceptional track record of successful acquisitions and integration; with a keen understanding and insight into the business and related segments. This insight and perspective has been integral in developing GDI. Outside of GDI, Claude remains active as a member of numerous industry associations and charitable organizations. Claude completed Certificates in Finance and Management at HEC Montreal