SRG Graphite Inc. announced that it has appointed Vincent P. Hogue, M.Sc. as an observer to the board of directors effective October 22, 2018. Until very recently, Mr. Hogue worked as vice-president brokerage and private management for the Desjardins Group and acted as executive vice-president and head of personal services with Desjardins Securities, responsible for leading both the discount and full-service brokerage businesses. In addition, as chairman of the board of directors of Desjardins Investment Management, Mr. Hogue was responsible for business development and strategies for the Desjardins Private Wealth Management team including the private banking business.