Our new division presidents speak out

Recently elected, Cyril Dagaeff and Alexandre Monteiro take the presidency of SOCODA Group's Electrical and Plumbing & Heating divisions. They share their vision and the priorities they aim to drive for the network. Managing Director of RUBIN LACAQUE, an independent distributor based in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, Cyril Dagaeff takes the lead of the Electrical division, which brings together 40 distributors and 165 sales outlets. In a rapidly transforming market, he aims to leverage the strengths of independent businesses agility and proximity to move the network forward along three main pillars: competitiveness and collective purchasing power, digital and omnichannel dynamics, and supporting the energy transition. Managing Director of FIRST ROBINETTERIE, present from Nice to Montpellier, Alexandre Monteiro assumes the presidency of the Plumbing & Heating division, uniting 46 distributors and 121 sales outlets. In his view, SOCODA’s strength lies as much in its purchasing power as in the quality of its network: every member holds experience or expertise that can help others grow. Two different backgrounds, one shared conviction: the future of independent businesses is built collectively. → Read the press release

THE 2026 ZEPROS TOP 100 IS AVAILABLE ! The 2026 Zepros TOP 100 is online: market figures, underlying trends, analyses, and insights from key players in professional distribution. An annual event that provides a clear picture of our industry. SOCODA takes 1st place in the buying group rankings for the second consecutive year. 🥇 Congratulations and thank you to our members and partners for their trust. 👉 Explore the 2026 Zepros TOP 100

"A day of workshops to kickstart or enhance your CSR roadmap 🌱 On the agenda: Identify and prioritize your relevant CSR challenges Determine action levers for each challenge and the necessary resources Define the actions to be taken and set deadlines Generate a report on your CSR initiatives A few testimonials📢 from our previous participants: 🔹 Rémi DUZAN, Sales Administration Manager at SUD OUEST DISTRIBUTION - OPI Branch (6 employees)"Before attending, we wondered if CSR really applied to us. The workshops, designed in an engaging way, helped us realize that it is both useful and within our reach. This SOCODAYS CSR session was highly beneficial—we leave reassured and motivated!" 🔹 Liselaure LAMIC, Health/Safety/Environment Manager at Comptoir Commercial du Languedoc (CCL) - OPI Branch (700+ employees)"This training allowed me to better understand CSR challenges, demystify them, and grasp their real impact on business operations. […] A huge thank you for this excellent training, which has inspired me to invest more in CSR and learn how to implement it effectively." 🔹 Didier HINTZY, President of HINTZY DISTRIBUTION - Decoration Branch (30 employees)"A simple, engaging, and accessible approach that made us realize we were already practicing CSR without knowing how to define it.The tool provided by SOCODA is a great facilitator for presenting our various initiatives." For more information, contact Julien KLYS 📩, our CSR Manager."

"In 2024, SOCODA welcomes 10 new members 🤝 and expands its territorial network The Sanitary-Heating-Plumbing branch welcomes seven new distributor members The Professional Tools and Industry branch continues its growth with six new distributors The Electricity branch strengthens with five new distributors The Steel branch welcomes one new distributor Read the press release"

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"Customer- and business-oriented, I strive to deliver high-value projects and will bring all my expertise to best support our members." "Pierre LACAN, 45 years old, joins SOCODA as Director of Information Systems and Digital Projects, and becomes a member of the Executive Committee. 🤝 With expertise in information systems and digital technology, he has led multiple large-scale technological projects, combining technical skills and leadership." Lire la suite du communiqué de presse →