Press Release - June 23rd, 2026
June 2026 – George Courey Inc., a leading North American supplier of reusable textiles for the healthcare, hospitality, and institutional sectors, is pleased to announce the appointment of Hugues Charbonneau as Vice-President, Operations, effective June 15, 2026.
Hugues joins George Courey Inc. with extensive leadership and operational experience in the textile industry. Most recently, he served as President of YKK Canada's division, where he led strategic initiatives focused on operational excellence, business growth, and customer satisfaction. In addition to his executive leadership experience, Hugues serves on several boards, bringing valuable expertise in governance, strategy, and organizational development.
This appointment reflects George Courey Inc.'s continued investment in its people, processes, and future growth. As the company expands across North America, strengthening its operational leadership will help support continued collaboration, efficiency, and customer service excellence.
"As our organization continues to grow, it is important that we build the leadership structure needed to support that growth," said Jeff Courey, President and CEO of George Courey Inc. "Hugues brings a wealth of industry knowledge, strong leadership experience, and a collaborative approach that aligns perfectly with our culture. We are excited to welcome him to the team and look forward to the positive impact he will have across our organization."
The addition of a Vice-President, Operations marks another important milestone in the company's evolution and reinforces its commitment to quality, innovation, customer service, and sustainable growth.
