Administrative Team
Linda Fortier
General Manager
Linda Fortier has been using her exceptional interpersonal and team-building skills to manage the Association since 2002. With 20 years of experience in the communications field, she has helped ARISQ grow dramatically. Thanks to her ideas and strategies, the Association has exceeded its goals, offered members memorable experiences and become a driver of economic development. As a skilled communicator, she understands all aspects of Quebec’s sports industry and is able to propose innovative solutions for creating events that are both professional and enjoyable for all.
Anne-Marie Riel
Project Manager – Events
With over 20 years of experience in retail management and representation, Anne-Marie demonstrates exemplary determination in successfully completing the projects entrusted to her. Versatile and creative, she draws on her listening skills and organizational sense to meet members' needs and ensure events run smoothly. She aims to contribute to ARISQ's growth while preserving the bonds that unite its representatives. Her family values help create a warm and friendly work atmosphere.
Maria Fiorino
Project Manager – Events
With over 20 years of experience in the fashion industry, ranging from production, to retail, as well as international market development, Maria conveys her passion for the industry to us. Also, her versatility allowed her to quickly evolve and adapt to new trends in communications. Multifaceted by nature, she perfectly complements the team.
Board of directors
Patrick Faubert
Chairperson of the Board and member of the Executive Committee
Manufacturers’ agent
A member of ARISQ since 1992 and serving on the board of directors since 1998, Richard represents several outdoor brands catering to the whole family. Proud to advocate for the interests of independent representatives, he is actively committed to sharing his expertise to support the next generation. His goal is to bring stability and continuity to the organization while embodying the energy and constant evolution of this industry. An outdoor enthusiast, Richard enjoys spending his free time camping and fly fishing.
Karine Minville
Director
Sales representative
As a member of the association since 2015 and a member of the Board since 2020, Karine wishes to invest herself more in the association that she considers essential to the Quebec sports industry. She wants to help meet the current and future challenges of the organization, continue to support its technological evolution while maintaining its basic foundation, namely to promote meetings between suppliers and buyers in a dynamic and professional environment. Among others, Karine has worked for Merrell and PUMA, a company she still represents to this day.
Richard Talbot
Treasurer and member of the Executive Committee
Manufacturers’ agent
Richard Talbot became an ARISQ member in 1992 and a member of the Board in 1998. As a representative of several brands, including Tilley, Joules and Naturmania, Richard is proud to defend the achievements of independent sales representatives. Today, he believes in the importance of sharing his knowledge and experiences with the next generation. He hopes to provide stability to the organization while ensuring it remains dynamic in the face of an ever-changing industry. Richard loves spending his free time outdoors, with camping and fly fishing being high on his priority list.
Eugène Bunys
Director
Manufacturers’ agent and owner of Les ventes Bunys
As a member of ARISQ since 2011 and member of the Board since 2013, Eugène firmly believes in the importance of solidarity among sales representatives in Quebec’s sporting goods industry. In his view, ARISQ provides invaluable support to its members and helps ensure fairness within the profession. He hopes the Association will continue to progress by being proactive, involved and effectively positioned within the market. Eugène enjoys outdoor sports like cycling, skiing, golfing and fishing. He has worked for brands such as Elan, Cobra Golf and Footjoy.
Karina Gosselin
Director
Sales Representative
A member of ARISQ since 2013 and serving on the board of directors since 2023, Karina is a sales representative in the footwear and outdoor clothing sector. With extensive experience representing several major brands in Quebec, she leverages her expertise and skills to contribute to the growth and development of our association.
Alain Sisler
Director
Manufacturers' agent
Member of ARISQ since 2011 and Board member since 2020, Alain has 15 years background in sales. He has been with A1 Imports since 2009 and at the head of A1 Sport since 2014. His degree in business administration with complementary training in management, retail, marketing and customer service along with his strong will and dedication allowed him to distinguish himself in the field of business development. On a personal note, he is passionate about sports and outdoors in general, but most specifically running, hockey, skiing and more recently, cycling.