Stephane Cantin
About Stephane Cantin
Stephane Cantin is the Director of External Manufacturing Operations for Western Europe and the Americas at Brown-Forman, a position he has held since 2011. He has extensive experience in finance and operations, having previously worked in various roles at Mendocino Forest Products, Tembec, and Brown-Forman.
Work at Brown-Forman
Stephane Cantin has been employed at Brown-Forman since 2011, serving as the Director of External Manufacturing Operations for Western Europe and the Americas. In this role, he oversees manufacturing operations, ensuring efficiency and quality in production processes across these regions. His tenure at Brown-Forman has spanned over 13 years, during which he has contributed to the company's operational strategies and initiatives.
Previous Experience in Finance and Operations
Before joining Brown-Forman, Stephane Cantin held several significant positions in finance and operations. He worked at Mendocino Forest Products as the Director of Finance & Operations Controller from 2001 to 2005. Prior to that, he served as Vice President of Finance for Latin America Operations at Tembec from 1996 to 2001. Additionally, he was the Controller for Winery Operations at Brown-Forman's Fetzer Vineyards and Sonoma-Cutrer Vineyards from 2005 to 2011.
Education and Expertise
Stephane Cantin has a strong educational background in business and finance. He studied at emlyon business school, focusing on Finance, General. He also holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from HEC Montréal. Furthermore, he earned a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from Université de Montréal. This diverse educational foundation supports his expertise in finance and operations management.
Career Timeline
Stephane Cantin's career spans several key roles in finance and operations. He began his career at Tembec, where he worked for five years before moving to Mendocino Forest Products. After four years there, he returned to Brown-Forman, where he spent six years as Controller for Winery Operations before taking on his current role in 2011. His career reflects a consistent focus on finance and operational leadership.