Richard Fortin

Richard Fortin is the co-founder and director of Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc., a Canadian multinational that has become one of the largest convenience store operators in the world. Known for its aggressive acquisition strategy, Fortin has likened the company's approach to that of a hunting owl, emphasizing the importance of market analysis and strategic targeting in business expansion. Recently, he has been in the news due to Couche-Tard's bid for Seven & i Holdings, the Japanese owner of the 7-Eleven chain, as the company seeks to navigate complex negotiations in Japan.