Early Life
Richard Fortin was born in 1949 or 1950. Little is known about his early life and childhood.
Rise to Success
Fortin began his career in finance, working for 13 years in several major financial institutions and as a Vice President of the Canadian subsidiary of Société Générale. In 1984, he co-founded Alimentation Couche-Tard (also known for its Circle K chain). He served as the Chief Financial Officer from 1984 to 2008, and then as Chairman of the Board from 2008 to 2011. In March 2019, Couche-Tard's rising share price made Fortin a billionaire.
Key Business Strategies
Richard Fortin played a key role in the global growth of Couche-Tard. He is recognized for his expertise and accomplishments in various industries. Couche-Tard has over 14,000 stores and does $63 billion in annual revenue.
Philanthropy
Richard Fortin, through his Fondation Lise et Richard Fortin, supports charitable organizations. The foundation focuses on providing financial assistance in areas such as social services, education, and health. They are committed to helping children who are victims of sexual assault, assisting hospices, supporting young adults, contributing to the prevention of drug use among youth, and promoting university teaching and research.
