Martin Couture

Biography

Martin Couture  Holding a Bachelor degree in Economics from St. Lawrence University (Canton, New York), Martin is creative, forward-thinking and charismatic leader. He combines strong leadership skills with extensive operational experience. Since joining Sanimax in 1989, through his involvement in the Rendering and Restaurant Services units, two core sectors of the family business, Martin has gained an in-depth knowledge of the industry. Since taking the helm of the company in 2009, he has invested his efforts in modernising the operations and putting corporate values into practice. Martin was named one of Canada’s “Top 40 under 40”, a Caldwell Partners award, in 2007, and received the Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year award in 2008. He is an active member of the National Renderers Association, the professional association of the rendering industry in North America, and is also deeply involved with the Young Presidents’ Organization since 2003.  

Research Interest

 food and nutrition