Financial Services Veteran Roger Poirier Joins Tallman Group as President

Tallman Group is pleased to announce that Roger Poirier has joined the company as President and Kevin G. Tallman has transitioned to CEO. Roger is a Co-founder and former Managing Director, Investment Banking of Cormark Securities and a seasoned executive with 20 years of experience in the financial services marketplace. He brings to Tallman Group a proficiency in strategic planning for both private and public companies and a successful track record in executing debt and equity financings and mergers and acquisitions. 
 
“Roger brings a wealth of financial and business expertise to Tallman Group, and his particular skill set will be a great complement to our existing management team,” said Kevin Tallman, CEO “His strong ties to the transportation industry and his talent for guiding acquisitions and growth initiatives position our company well as we continue to grow and expand our geographical footprint throughout Canada.”
 
In his role as President, Roger will focus on navigating the multi-division company through anticipated industry changes and expected technological advancements in product offerings, while also directing ongoing dealer consolidation and reinforcing partner relationships.
 
“I’m pleased to be joining a well-managed growing company with such a strong reputation for integrity and a solid customer-focused outlook,” said Roger Poirier, President, “My aim is to work with the Tallman Group team to seek out growth opportunities that benefit our partners and expand our market reach. I welcome the opportunity to positively engage with the challenges and opportunities that exist on the horizon for this industry, and I look forward to contributing to the strong existing partner relationships as they remain in the forefront of our direction”.