A stable model of governance
Published on 3/3/2023
Updated on 2/27/2024
A clear objective: guarantee independence and continuity
Since its creation, SILAB’s foundational value has been independence. This genuine key factor fuels the virtuous circle: independence - growth - profitability.
Year after year, this model has proven its effectiveness: SILAB knows how to adapt, surprise, change its processes and position itself as a strategic supplier of its main customers.
This explains why Mr. Paufique, its founder, decided to improve its governance while keeping this model he holds dear to guarantee the continuity of the company.
A new organization synonymous with continuity
A management board
Operational management of the company has been given to the former management committee that is now the management board.
Its president is Brigitte Closs-Gonthier, with the company for more than 30 years.
“Our deepest desire is to guarantee the continuity of our strategic choices and our values so that SILAB’s identity will endure.”
A Supervisory Board
Mr. Paufique is president of the supervisory board, with his daughter Anne Paufique who is vice-president. Xavier Gaillard joined the Board in July 2023, at the end of his term as Deputy general manager for Strategy.
They are joined by two independent members.
“I am delighted to preside over the supervisory board since continuing the excellent operation and success of the company is very important to me.”
Mr. Paufique, President of the supervisory board
General assembly of shareholders
SILAB is a 100% family-owned company. Members of the Paufique family remain firmly committed to the project via the general assembly of shareholders.
| General meeting of shareholders |
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| Supervisory board |
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| Management board | |
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| Brigitte Closs-Gonthier Chief Executive Officer General Manager - R&D, Quality, Communication |
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| Jean-Philippe Cosson General Manager - Sales, International Subsidiaries, CSR |
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| Florence Giner-Meilhac General Manager - Finances, Legal, HR, Purchases, IT, Global security |
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| Dominique Muller General Manager - Technical Operations |
Every effort is made so that SILAB’s identity endures. This new organization, synonymous with stability and longevity, will allow SILAB to continue its development.