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IMP Aerospace’s Gossen new chair of AIAC board
The Aerospace Industries Association of Canada (AIAC) has announced the election of David Gossen, President of IMP Aerospace & Defence, as Chair of the AIAC Board of Directors. Mr. Gossen succeeds John Maris, President of Marinvent Corporation, who served as Chair of the AIAC Board over the last year.
November 22, 2016 By AIAC
“I am honoured to have the opportunity to serve as AIAC’s Board Chair,” said Mr. Gossen. “The global industry is fiercely competitive and changing quickly, and it is essential that the Canadian aerospace industry be innovative, focused and strategic if we are to continue growing and maintain our position of global leadership. I look forward to working with AIAC’s Board and management team to ensure the ongoing success of Canada’s aerospace industry in the years ahead.”
Jim Quick, President and CEO of AIAC, officially welcomed Mr. Gossen to his new role at AIAC’s Board Meeting on November 14. “David Gossen has long been a voice of leadership on AIAC’s board and within the industry as a whole. I am confident that, as Chair, his guidance and expertise will strengthen the association and position the industry for even greater success,” Mr. Quick said. “On behalf of all of us at the AIAC, I offer our heartfelt congratulations to David on his election as Chair and look forward to working with him during the coming year.”
The Board also acknowledged the service and contributions of AIAC’s outgoing chair, Mr. John Maris. “Mr. Maris’ leadership, insight and expertise, particularly when it comes to the critical role that small businesses play in the health and competitiveness of our industry, have been invaluable to AIAC’s growth and strategic direction over the last year,” Mr. Quick said. “I would like to personally thank John for his commitment to our association and industry and am very pleased that he will remain active on AIAC’s Board in the coming year.”
