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29 October 2025
5N Plus’ CFO Richard Perron to become president & CEO
Specialty semiconductor and performance materials producer 5N Plus Inc (5N+) of Montréal, Québec, Canada says that its board of directors has appointed Richard Perron as president (effective 1 November) in addition to his current role as chief financial officer. This is part of the firm’s CEO succession plan, with Perron expected to assume the role of president & chief executive officer (effective 31 May 2026).
Gervais Jacques will continue as CEO through 31 May, when he will be appointed as executive chairman of the board. Existing chairman Luc Bertrand will become lead independent director. This transition plan reflects the board’s commitment to a seamless CEO succession process to ensure leadership continuity and continued execution on 5N+’s strategic priorities.
“Richard’s business acumen, strategic insight and deep understanding of our sector make him the ideal choice to lead 5N+ into the future,” comments Bertrand. “Since joining the company in 2014, Richard has played a pivotal role in driving 5N+’s financial strategy, advancing its growth objectives and strengthening overall performance,” he adds.
“On behalf of the board, I also want to extend our deep gratitude to Gervais for his exceptional leadership and vision as CEO since 2021,” says Bertrand. “Gervais has been instrumental in shaping the company’s strategy and guiding 5N+ on a path of focused and accelerated growth, positioning it well for the future. We are pleased that he will continue to contribute to 5N+’s success once he completes his mandate as CEO, by providing invaluable guidance and leadership as executive chairman.”
The firm has initiated a comprehensive search process to identify a successor for the chief financial officer role.
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