Peter Simons
Chief Merchant, La Maison Simons · Canada
Peter Simons is the CEO of La Maison Simons. Simons is based in Canada. Simons was born in 1964 in Quebec City and educated at Carleton University and University of Western Ontario.
Peter Simons is the fifth-generation leader of La Maison Simons and was President and CEO until 2022. He studied at Carleton University and Richard Ivey School of Business, joined the family business in 1986, and with his brother Richard, took over in 1996 and oversaw national expansion.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage has focused on Peter Simons stepping down as president and CEO of La Maison Simons in March 2022, marking a significant leadership transition for Canada's oldest private company as it brought in its first family outsider to lead the retailer. The headlines document Simons' departure following the company's recovery from near-bankruptcy, with coverage examining both the succession to new CEO Bernard Leblanc and the retailer's subsequent expansion plans, including moves into Halifax.
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Key Facts
Source: Wikidata ↗- Born
- May 29, 1964 · Quebec City
- Citizenship
- Canada
- Education
- Carleton University, University of Western Ontario
- Awards
- honorary doctorate at the Laval University, Knight of the National Order of Quebec, Member of the Order of Canada
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Peter Simons: FAQ
- Who is Peter Simons?
- Peter Simons is the Chief Merchant of La Maison Simons, based in Canada.
- What company does Peter Simons lead?
- Peter Simons is CEO of La Maison Simons.
- Where was Peter Simons educated?
- Peter Simons studied at Carleton University, University of Western Ontario.