Axxess International, a leader in customs brokerage and international transport, announces today the strategic restructuring of its executive team. Pierre-Marc Gervais, who previously served as Vice-President, will step into the role of President, following in the footsteps of his father, Richard Gervais, who will now serve as the company’s Strategic Advisor. Gabriel Gervais has been appointed Executive Vice-President of the rapidly expanding Quebec-based company.
A family affair
Founded in 1998 and acquired by Richard Gervais in 2005, Axxess International is today a key player in logistics. With offices in Quebec, Ontario, and the United States, the company is experiencing steady growth, consistently meeting the needs of importers and exporters.
Amid recent economic and social challenges, Richard Gervais saw his sons become increasingly involved and rise to the occasion, so he felt the time was right to pass the baton. He is confident of the company’s future in the hands of Pierre-Marc and Gabriel, who live by its core values of respect, expertise, commitment, customer service, and teamwork.
Upholding standards and ambitious growth plans
With its team of over 225 experts, Axxess International continues its rise under the leadership of the Gervais family, supported by an experienced and dedicated executive team. The home-grown business is proud to reaffirm its commitment to remaining a local business while upholding the high standards that have helped shape its outstanding reputation. Brothers Pierre-Marc and Gabriel want to double the company’s size in the next few years, expanding its operations in Quebec, across Canada, and throughout North America.
“Passing on the torch to the next generation is a point of pride. Pierre-Marc and Gabriel are passionate leaders committed to the company’s success. As Strategic Advisor, I will continue to offer guidance and support, helping to drive the company’s shared success,” says Richard Gervais.
A renewed vision
Drawing on his many years of experience within the company and recognized for his customer-centric approach, strategic leadership, and innovative mindset, Pierre-Marc Gervais is committed to driving Axxess International’s success with a renewed vision and ambitious growth plans. His background as a Senior Director of Pharmaceutical Services at the Association québécoise des pharmaciens propriétaires for nearly four years and more than eleven years as a pharmacist-owner will be a significant asset in this restructuring.
“I am honoured to take over as President of Axxess International and continue the company’s mission of innovation and excellence. I feel fortunate to be able to tackle tomorrow’s challenges head-on and seize future opportunities, all with the support of a talented team,” says Pierre-Marc Gervais, President of Axxess International.
Dedicated to its customers, partners, and employees
These changes to the executive team reflect Axxess International’s ongoing commitment to providing superior, customized solutions to its customers, which are central to the company’s success. The new executive team, backed by a dedicated workforce of experts in their respective fields, remains committed to delivering this exceptional service while continuously innovating to meet the evolving needs of the market.
“We intend to stay true to our values and keep our clients, partners, and employees at the heart of our decisions. My goal is to continue optimizing our operations while actively exploring new growth opportunities,” says Gabriel Gervais, Executive Vice-President of Axxess International.
“This strategic restructuring highlights our commitment to preserving the company’s family roots while evolving to meet future needs and challenges without compromising our culture and values.”
The transition is a testament to Richard Gervais’s two sons’ determination to uphold the standards and expertise for which Axxess International is known. Customer service and relationship nurturing fostered in the past 20 years are invaluable strategic assets in management’s new vision.