(Montreal and New York City, March 31, 2011) -  Rideau Recognition Solutions, the leading global recognition technologies and solutions organization with World Headquarters in Montreal and Regional Offices in New York (Americas), Paris (Europe, Middle East & Africa) and Bangalore (India & Asia Pacific), today announced that Gordon T. Green, CRP has been appointed Rideau’s new Chief Strategy Officer. 
 

“We are delighted to announce this promotion because Gord Green is a natural to lead our business development strategy and sales efforts and propel Rideau to the next level,” said CEO and President, Peter Hart. “In Gord’s new role he will be instrumental in reinforcing our position as the leading recognition technologies and solutions organization.”
 

Rideau has been building on Global 1000 employee recognition solutions success with Boeing, Intel, Oracle, CA, RBC, TD, BMO and Liberty Mutual since 1988 and veteran sales leader Gord Green will be directing Rideau’s future growth strategy for the company’s comprehensive suite of employee recognition and customer loyalty solutions. 
 

Gord Green joined Rideau in 1990 as a Sales Executive and later as Executive Vice President, Recognition & Rewards Strategy. He quickly established himself as a leading recognition consultant and program strategist, and has been helping corporations develop effective recognition solutions for almost 30 years. Gord Green has been published in industry trades and frequently speaks on the link between strategic recognition solutions and their proven return on investment, which is due to better performance management that increases both employee productivity and employee retention.
 

“We’ve been working very hard over the past few years to develop more strategic, innovative approaches to delivering high-impact recognition within our client companies,” stated Gord Green. “That innovation and strategic delivery is making a significant difference for our clients. So, I’m looking forward with great anticipation and excitement to leading our experienced, client-focused team.”
 

Global enterprises rely on Rideau's recognition technologies and solutions to boost revenues, increase employee engagement and exceed customer expectations.  Privately held with World Headquarters in Montreal and Regional Offices in New York (Americas), Paris (Europe, Middle East & Africa) and Bangalore (India & Asia Pacific), Rideau combines the customer service and personal touch of a specialized boutique with the resources to service the largest companies in the world.  Rideau takes pride in inspiring greatness in the organizations they serve, creating better workplaces, better businesses, and ultimately a better world.  For more information, please visit www.Rideau.com