CHICOUTIMI, Quebec (BRAIN) — Devinci has named former pro road racer David Veilleux as its new R&D/road brand manager. The company has also hired Christophe Riopel-Benoit as a project leader in frames, suspension and composite materials, and has hired Mikhaël Simard as its project leader in the self-service bikes & e-bikes.
Riopel-Benoit comes with experience from LM Wind Power and Bombardier Aerospace, where he gained experience with carbon fiber as well as suspension design. Simard previously worked for Bombardier Recreational Product on the CanAm Defender, a side-by-side offroad vehicle.
As for Veilleux, the first Quebecer to complete the Tour de France, Devinci general manager Yvan Rodrigue said, "David brings to the team a vision of the road bike that is both vast and very specific. It's clear that his contribution will improve our upcoming models."
Bruno Gauthier,the director of the R&D department, said “it was essential that we mobilize a resource for these extremely promising segments. With these new appointments, we can remain on the cutting edge in terms of research and development, while maintaining our high standards for performance and quality.”
