Schneider Electric Appoints Vice President, Power Distribution & Digital Energy in Canada

July 17, 2023

Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, is pleased to announce the appointment of Xavier Biot as Vice President, Power Distribution & Digital Energy in Canada, effective July 1, 2023.

“The market is undergoing transformative change and I am excited to explore and help shape the opportunities our customers will gain by combining connected products, software and services to accelerate their digital experiences and optimize efficiencies across their business,” said Xavier Biot, Vice President, Power Distribution & Digital Energy, Schneider Electric. “I look forward to working with Schneider Electric colleagues, customers and partners to co-create an ecosystem in Canada where electric meets digital – and together, we advance sustainability and innovation in the market.”

Xavier Biot, Vice President, Power Distribution & Digital Energy, Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric Appoints Vice President, Power Distribution & Digital Energy in Canada
Xavier Biot as Vice President, Power Distribution & Digital Energy in Canada

Xavier has been with Schneider Electric for 25 years and has held multiple operational and management positions within the organization in Latin America, Belgium and Pacific. He most recently served as Vice President, Secure Power for Belgium and Luxemburg where he contributed to driving record business growth in the region. He also led the development of an EcoStruxure IT initiative for Europe to support the region’s software growth, turning transformation into reality for customers.

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