After 36 years in the forestry industry, including nearly five years at Fortress Paper, CEO Yvon Pelletier will be retiring from the Company effective October 1, 2017. Chadwick Wasilenkoff will re-assume the role of CEO and President and continue to serve as Chairman of the board.

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Fortress Paper announces CEO retirement

After 36 years in the forestry industry, including nearly five years at Fortress Paper, CEO Yvon Pelletier will be retiring from the Company effective October 1, 2017. Chadwick Wasilenkoff will re-assume the role of CEO and President and continue to serve as Chairman of the board.

In order to facilitate a smooth transition of Mr. Pelletier’s duties and strong customer and government relationships, he has agreed to a two year consulting agreement.

Fortress Paper operates internationally in two distinct business segments: dissolving pulp and security paper products.