Lassonde Industries Inc. Announces Chief Financial Officer Succession Plan

ROUGEMONT, Quebec, Feb. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lassonde Industries Inc. (TSX: LAS.A) (“Lassonde” or the “Corporation”) announced today the appointment of Francis Trudeau as Executive Vice-President Finance, effective March 16, 2026. This nomination is part of a phased leadership transition that will culminate with Mr. Trudeau being appointed Chief Financial Officer of the Corporation on May 19, 2026. He will succeed Éric Gemme who will be retiring from Lassonde on June 19, 2026. As previously announced, Mr. Gemme will be working closely with Mr. Trudeau to ensure a seamless transition.