Mario Laviolette
About Mario Laviolette
Mario Laviolette is a Senior Application Chemist at Cascades, where he has worked since 2015. He holds a Master of Science in Chemistry from Université Laval and has extensive experience in the chemical industry, including previous roles at Georgia-Pacific and CIBA Specialty Chemicals.
Work at Cascades
Mario Laviolette has been employed at Cascades since 2015, serving as a Senior Application Chemist. In this role, he focuses on developing and optimizing applications for various products. His extensive experience in the field contributes to the company's innovation and product development strategies. Prior to his current position, he worked at Cascades in various roles, including R&D Chemist and R&D Manager for Boxboard, as well as in Product Development for Tissue from 1998 to 2004.
Education and Expertise
Mario Laviolette holds a Master of Science in Chemistry from Université Laval, where he studied from 1992 to 1994. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Université de Moncton, completing his degree from 1987 to 1992. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in application chemistry and product development.
Professional Background
Before joining Cascades, Mario Laviolette worked at Georgia-Pacific as a Sales and Application Specialist from 2006 to 2015. His role involved applying his chemistry knowledge to support sales initiatives and product applications. Additionally, he served as an Application Specialist at CIBA Specialty Chemicals from 2004 to 2006, where he focused on product application strategies.
Career Progression
Mario Laviolette's career in the chemical industry spans over two decades. He began his professional journey at Cascades, where he held multiple roles from 1998 to 2004, including R&D Chemist and R&D Manager. His career reflects a consistent focus on application chemistry, product development, and sales support across various organizations.