Maxim Lapierre

Keynote Speaker | Montreal, Quebec

Former Professional Ice Hockey Player
Entrepreneur | Environmentalist

Maxim Lapierre Expertise Adaptability & Agility, Business Growth, Change Management, Entrepreneurship, Excellence & Success, Health & Wellness, Innovation & Creativity, Mindset & Goal Accomplishment and Athletes & Sports.

Maxim Lapierre

About Maxim Lapierre

Maxim Lapierre is a former NHL ice hockey player from Quebec, Canada, known for his physical play and tough attitude on the ice. Maxim Lapierre played for several teams, including the Montreal Canadiens, Vancouver Canucks, St. Louis Blues, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Anaheim Ducks. In 2018, Maxim Lapierre co-founded a Montreal-based company with Guillaume Latendresse that produces reusable cloth bags to reduce single-use plastics and promote sustainability. The company’s durable, high-quality bags are designed for repeated use. His commitment to environmental stewardship has earned praise from environmental organizations. Throughout his career, Maxim Lapierre was recognized for his hard work, dedication to teammates, and community contributions.

Maxim Lapierre Videos

Interview: Maxim Lapierre of the Montréal Canadiens

Le Salon Des Anciens : Maxim Lapierre

Maxim Lapierre Career Highlights

Maxim Lapierre Interviews & Podcasts

Le Salon Des Anciens : Maxim Lapierre

Bring Me Your Resume: Episode #35: Maxim Lapierre

Max Martin | Get Inspired and Excel with Guillaume Latendresse and Max

#394: Maxim Lapierre Et Guillaume Latendresse De La Poche Bleue

MAXIM LAPIERRE BIOGRAPHY

Maxim Lapierre is a former professional ice hockey player from Quebec, Canada. Lapierre was born on March 29, 1985, in Saint-Léonard, a borough of Montreal. He played in the National Hockey League (NHL) from 2005 to 2019, playing for several different teams, including the Montreal Canadiens, Vancouver Canucks, St. Louis Blues, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Anaheim Ducks. Maxim Lapierre was known for his physical play, his ability to play on both ends of the ice, and his reputation as a tough player to play against.

Maxim Lapierre began his hockey career playing for the Montreal Rocket of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL). Maxim Lapierre was selected in the second round, 61st overall, by the Montreal Canadiens in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft. Maxim Lapierre made his NHL debut for the Canadiens during the 2005-06 season and spent parts of five seasons with the team. Maxim Lapierre was known for his energetic play and his ability to contribute to both the penalty kill and the power play.

In 2010, Maxim Lapierre was traded to the Vancouver Canucks, where he played for three seasons. During his time in Vancouver, Maxim Lapierre played a key role in the Canucks’ run to the Stanley Cup Finals in 2011. Maxim Lapierre was known for his physical play and his ability to shut down opposing teams’ top players.

After leaving Vancouver, Maxim Lapierre played for several more teams before retiring from professional hockey in 2019. Throughout his career, Maxim Lapierre was known for his hard work, his commitment to his teammates, and his willingness to do whatever it took to help his team win.

In addition to his hockey career, Maxim Lapierre is also the co-owner of a Montreal-based company that produces reusable cloth bags for groceries and other shopping. The company was founded by Lapierre and his friend, Guillaume Latendresse, in 2018.

His interest in environmental issues and sustainability inspired him to start this company. The company’s goal is to reduce the use of single-use plastic bags by providing an alternative that is both practical and environmentally friendly. The bags are made from durable, high-quality materials and are designed to be used again and again, making them a sustainable and cost-effective choice for shoppers.

Since its founding, the company has been embraced by shoppers in Montreal and beyond. The company’s products are available at a number of retailers across Quebec, and Lapierre and Crête have plans to expand their business further in the coming years. Their commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship has earned them recognition and praise from environmental organizations and activists.

His involvement with his company is just one example of his commitment to making a positive impact both on and off the ice. Throughout his career, Maxim Lapierre was known for his work ethic, his dedication to his teammates, and his willingness to give back to his community. Today, Lapierre continues to be an inspiration to young athletes and entrepreneurs alike, showing that with hard work, dedication, and a commitment to doing what’s right, anyone can achieve their goals and make a positive impact on the world around them.

Maxim Lapierre Topic Presentations

Maxim Lapierre Montreal, Quebec, Canada delivers keynote presentations, workshops, fireside chats, moderated Q&A, and other presentation formats on a wide variety of topics. Each presentation is unique, customized and tailored for audiences, industries, conferences and event formats.

Built for Pressure: Leadership Lessons from the Nhl

Team First Thinking: Creating Accountability without Ego

Life After the Jersey: Navigating Career Transition with Purpose

Maxim Lapierre Books & Articles

Former Hab Maxim Lapierre Hanging up His Skates at Age 35
Former Hab Maxim Lapierre Hanging up His Skates

Lapierre played in Europe for five seasons, following the end of his NHL career in 2014-15. The Montrealer has 65 goals and 74 assists in...

The Emergence of Maxim Lapierre for the Canadiens
The Emergence of Maxim Lapierre for the Canadiens

Centering the Canadiens' newly-formed energy line of Guillaume Latendresse and Tom Kostopoulos, Maxim Lapierre has emerged as a pretty...

Lapierre Announces Retirement from Pro Hockey, Played 10 Nhl Seasons
Lapierre Announces Retirement from Pro Hockey,

Lapierre last played in the NHL for the Penguins in 2014-15 and signed a one-year contract with Modo of the Swedish Hockey League on Sept....

Former Habs Latendresse and Lapierre Have Something Brewing in Support of Quebec Companies
Former Habs Latendresse and Lapierre Have

Former Montreal Canadiens’ teammates Guillaume Latendresse and Maxim Lapierre have always wanted to do something together in their post...

Maxim Lapierre Speaking Testimonials

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