Marcel Vincent
Canadian businessman (1907–1992)
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Marcel Vincent CC (4 December 1907 – 1 October 1992)[1] was a Canadian businessman. He was the first French Canadian president of Bell Canada[2] from August 1, 1963, to August 1, 1968. He was chairman and CEO from August 1, 1968, to December 31, 1972.[3]
Marcel Vincent | |
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| Born | 4 December 1907 |
| Died | 1 October 1992 (aged 84) |
| Education | Université de Montréal (MComm 1927) |
| Spouse |
Ginette Meriot (m. 1937) |
| Military career | |
| Branch | Royal Canadian Navy |
| Service years | 1939–1945 |
| Rank | Lieutenant Commander |
| Conflicts | World War II |
Born in Montreal, Quebec, Vincent graduated from the Université de Montréal (HEC Montréal) with a master's degree in commerce. He joined Bell Canada in 1927 and served in World War II in the navy from 1941 to 1945.[3]
In 1972 he was made a Companion of the Order of Canada "for his contribution to the business community".[4] The Association francophone pour le savoir (Acfas) Prix Marcel-Vincent is named in his honour.[5]
