“Electra offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to introduce a clean iron product that will transform the global steel industry while improving the lives of billions of people. Electra’s commitment to their people, communities and planet aligns with my own values, and I am honored to lead the commercial adoption of Electra’s Clean Iron for Green Steel .”
With over two decades of technical and senior executive experience in the steel sector, Francois understands the voice of the customer and the need for sustainable development. An accomplished team builder known for collaboration and a comprehensive approach to stakeholder engagement, he will accelerate Electra’s path to market while prioritizing the health and safety of our team and communities. He was most recently President & CEO of Tergeo Critical Minerals, and prior to that held several C-suite positions at ArcleorMittal, including President & CEO of ArcelorMittal Long Products Canada. Francois has also been Chairman of Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA), Chairman of the Quebec Industrial Electricity Consumers (AQCIE), and Chairman of the Industrial Gas Users Association (IGUA).
He holds a Bachelor degree in metallurgical engineering from Laval University and the Michigan Technological University (MTU) and a Master in Business Administration (MBA) from Sherbrooke University.