A seasoned agronomist and executive, Mr. Blais takes over for François Létourneau, who is retiring after more than 35 years with the company.
Saint-Georges (Québec), April 30, 2026 – As part of its growth and succession plan, Matiss is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Christian Blais, PAg, as the Matissoft division’s Sales Director for Québec and the Maritimes. The arrival of this accomplished leader marks the opportunity for the company to gain a high-caliber strategic resource to succeed Mr. François Létourneau, while strengthening its field expertise and driving its automation solutions into the agricultural sector.
A Strategic Vision to Expand our Clients’ Operational Efficiency
Bringing over 38 years of experience in the agrofood and pork industry, Mr. Blais’ field expertise is exceptional. Having worked with farm owners, agronomists, veterinarians, and agricultural technicians for several decades, his extensive knowledge and experience of the sector’s realities and stakes — such as automation challenges, operations management and industrial performance — make him a powerful ally in optimizing our clients’ operations and performance.
As a forward-thinking leader with a focused approach to technological innovation, combined with his very close proximity to the agricultural sector, Mr. Blais is a natural fit for Matissoft’s core mission: helping companies gain expanded efficiency through automation and digital solutions.
François Létourneau and Christian Blais, working closely for a seamless transition
This appointment also marks an important step in the division’s succession plan, as Mr. François Létourneau’s exemplary 35-year career with Matissoft concludes on May 29 to embark on a well-deserved retirement. In order to ensure the same impeccable service as always, he will be passing the baton to Mr. Blais, as they work closely in the coming weeks for a flawless transition.
“François’s contribution to the development of Matissoft and the relationship of trust we maintain with our clientele is remarkable. We wish him a fully deserved retirement,” emphasizes Mr. Bobby St-Pierre, General Manager of the Matissoft division.
A Known Leader in Field Expertise and Technological Vision
Throughout his career, Mr. Blais has held executive positions at major companies such as Isoporc and Meunerie Saint-Hugues. A significant asset for Matissoft, his vast expertise in ERP system implementation and the integration of innovative technologies, make him the perfect choice. As an early adopter of Matissoft solutions himself, he possesses a unique perspective and practical experience in regards to the actual gains in efficiency available to producers. Furthermore, his steadfast focus on the future of the agrofood industry, his strategic mindset and innovative vision are the ideal match for our mission and the sector’s challenges.
Accelerating Innovation and Optimization in the Agricultural Sector
“I see the full potential of Matissoft and I want to help bring it to fruition, by maximizing its application to help producers optimize their operations and leverage new technologies,” says Mr. Blais.
Businesses wishing to optimize their production processes can now reach out to Mr. Blais and the technical team for an expert analysis of their automation needs.
About Matiss
Founded in 1995, Matiss is a private Canadian company with approximately 100 employees distributed across its headquarters in Saint-Georges de Beauce and its places of business in Sainte-Julie (Quebec), and Tunis (Tunisia). Matiss’s mission is to provide industrial automation solutions to make its customers more competitive in the manufacturing of their products. The Matissoft division develops and integrates ERP-type production management software and process control for the agricultural sector, specifically for feed mills and livestock producers. The MatissEquipment division offers automation, robotics, and custom equipment solutions. For more information, visit https://www.matiss.com/en/.