François Blais, Executive Vice President of Dealer Services and Special Risks, iA Financial Group, Industrial Alliance, discusses his new role with the company, new challenges, and what dealers can expect. Watch the video.

François Blais, Executive Vice President of Dealer Services and Special Risks, iA Financial Group, Industrial Alliance, discusses his new role with the company, new challenges, and what dealers can expect. Watch the video.
Todd Phillips is the editorial director of Universus Media Group Inc. and the editor of Canadian auto dealer magazine. Todd can be reached at tphillips@universusmedia.com.
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