Brampton, ON, June 27, 2025 - Sonepar announced that Serge Leblanc will assume the position of President of Sonepar Canada on a permanent basis, managing from the Sonepar Canada office in Laval.
Serge joined Lumen in 1997 and has over 30 years of experience in the electrical industry. He was appointed President of Lumen in October 2011. Under his leadership, Lumen has consistently remained one of Sonepar’s highest performing companies. Serge launched North America’s first automated cable cutting and automated storage and retrieval system – setting a new standard for innovation in operations for Sonepar. Serge is also widely recognized for conceiving and leading the bi-annual Salon de Lumen, a premier industry event that features over 100 vendors and attracts thousands of customers.
“We are pleased that Serge will be serving in a permanent capacity and are excited about the future under his continued leadership.,” said Rob Taylor, President of Sonepar Americas.
About Sonepar:
Sonepar is an independent family-owned company standing as the world leader in B-to-B distribution of electrical equipment, solutions, and services. In 2024, Sonepar achieved sales of €32.5 billion. Present in 40 countries with a dense network of brands, the Group is leading an ambitious transformation to make its customers’ lives easier providing them with an omnichannel experience and sustainable solutions in the building, industry, and energy markets. Sonepar’s 46 000 associates are committed to accelerating the world’s electrification and driven by a shared Purpose: Powering Progress for Future Generations. www.sonepar.com
About Sonepar in Canada:
Sonepar entered Canada in 1984 and has continued to grow through strategic acquisitions and organic growth. Today, Sonepar serves the Canadian market through a network of companies with over 100 locations and 2,500 associates nationwide. For more information, visit www.soneparcanada.com
Press Contact: Katherine Fuller, Sonepar Canada Communications Manager katherine.fuller@sonepar.ca