Tom Ricard L'Atelier du Quad

Our contractors testify: L'Atelier du Quad

We helped Tom Ricard finance his 20-year-old company.

Discover the testimonial from Tom Ricard, founder of L'Atelier du Quad a 20-year partnership with SADC Achigan-Montcalm!

Since 2004, Tom Ricard, contractor is the head of L'Atelier du Quad, located in Epiphany. Specializing in the repair and sale of ATVs, side-by-sides and snowmobiles, he has built a business renowned for its expertise and excellent customer service.

In this video interview, Tom shares its experience and explains how the Achigan-Montcalm SADC played an essential role in the growth of his company over the past 20 years.

 

Transcript of video interview - L'Atelier du Quad à l'Épiphanie :

A relationship built on trust from the start!

"Hello and welcome to L'Atelier du Quad in L'Épiphanie. I'm Tom Ricard, owner since the very beginning, which is now 20 years."

Founded in 2004started out as a small ATV repair and sales company. Since then, it has specialized in side by sidethe snowmobiles and, of course, mountain bikes.

"We've been supported by the Achigan-Montcalm SADC since we started out. They have helped us in many ways, including with the loan Strategy Youthwhich was a real springboard for launch our business.

Financial tools to support growth

In addition to the loan Youth StrategyL'Atelier du Quad benefited from loans at preferential rates. These funds were used to acquire equipment and to expand inventoryThese are key elements for working with new suppliers and meeting customer needs.

"The Fonds d'investissement de la SADC (SADC Investment Fund) has helped us a great deal, particularly with the purchase of equipment such as trailers and tire machines. These tools enable us to work more competitively. "

Fast support and attractive terms

Tom highlights the speed and SADC's flexibility to embark on its projects :

"One of the biggest advantages is their ability to respond quickly and their highly preferential interest rates. For example, during the COVID period, when rates went up to 8 or 9 %, SADC offered us a much lower rate for the purchase of a trailer."

This financial support was decisive in enabling the company to adapt and to continue progresseven in complex economic contexts.

An essential partner for entrepreneurs

After 20 years of collaboration, Tom highly recommends the Achigan-Montcalm SADC to other entrepreneurs:

"They were with us every step of the way. Everything was done quickly and with a lot of professionalism. Whether for a new project or to strengthen your business, I can only recommend them."

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Like Tom Ricard, put your trust in SADC Achigan-Montcalm to help you turn your ideas into reality ideas. We offer financing solutions tailored to your needs, attractive rates and a comprehensive range of services. support to support your ambitions.

 

Discover Atelier du Quad products:  https://www.facebook.com/atelierduquad/

 

SADC Achigan-Montcalm: Who are we?

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To help you manage your business efficiently and exploit its full potential, the SADC offers you : 

 
How to find us
 
As a regional player, we serve companies belonging to one of the following communities from 10 municipalities of the Montcalm MRC as well as municipalities belonging to the L'Assomption RCM (municipalities of L'Assomption, L'Épiphanie and Saint-Sulpice). We also operate for municipalities in the Rivière du Nord RCMSainte-Sophie and Saint-Hippolyte.
 
In other words, we serve the municipalities of Saint-Hippolyte, Saint-Calixte, Sainte Sophie, Saint-Lin-Laurentides, Saint-Julienne, Saint-Esprit, Saint-Roch-Ouest, Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan, Saint-Liguori, Saint-Alexis, Saint-Jacques, Sainte Marie-Salomé, L'Epiphanie, L'Assomption and Saint-Sulpice. However, the municipalities of Repentigny and Charlemagne are not eligible for our financial assistance. Our offices are located at 104, rue St-Jacques in Saint-Jacques.
 
 

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