Gary Aird Named President of A.C. Americas

A.C. Americas, the North American distributor of world-class Lighting, Audio, and Video products, announces the promotion of Gary Aird to President of A.C. Americas, effective February 1, 2026.

Gary has been a key member of the executive leadership team for the past four years, beginning his tenure as Vice President of Finance before advancing to Chief Financial Officer. Throughout his time with the organization, Gary has successfully led the Finance and Logistics teams, championed the implementation of a new ERP system, and played a pivotal role in developing and opening the Corinth, TX Distribution Center — strengthening A.C. Americas’ operational capabilities and positioning the company for continued growth.

“I am honoured to introduce Gary as the new President,” explained Phill Capstick, CEO of the A.C. Worldwide Group. “He is a performance-focused, driven leader whose strategic mindset and commitment to excellence have consistently contributed to company-wide success.”

Jean‑Louis Blanchard has decided to step down from his current role and transition into (semi) retirement. He will continue supporting A.C. Americas as a Board Member and in a consulting and mentorship capacity. Over the past decade, Jean‑Louis has been instrumental in expanding A.C. Americas exclusive brand portfolio, developing talented management teams, and guiding the organization through significant growth and transformation.

Thanking Jean‑Louis Blanchard for His Outstanding Contributions:

“Thank you, Jean‑Louis, for your dedication and leadership,” shared Phill. “Your vision has strengthened our client-centric culture, our people and our growth strategy. We are grateful for the foundation you’ve built and look forward to your continued guidance.”

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