The Citation Group Appoints Dave Lacey as New CEO of Citation Canada

HR and health & safety leader brings fresh perspective to drive innovation and strengthen Canadian businesses amid shifting economic conditions

TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Citation Group, a global leader in compliance software and services, is proud to announce the appointment of Dave Lacey as CEO of Citation Canada. Amid evolving economic conditions and increasingly complex business landscapes, Lacey's leadership promises to empower Canadian small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) with cutting-edge HR and health & safety expertise and software, driving resilience and sustainable growth.

With extensive experience as an entrepreneur and within enterprise, Lacey brings a proven track record of guiding businesses through growth, challenges, and M&A activity. This strategic appointment reinforces Citation Canada’s mission to support over 6,000 Canadian SMBs and non-profits with the tools they need to thrive.

“As businesses face mounting pressure from shifting regulatory landscapes and workforce demands, Dave’s leadership will help Citation Canada strengthen its reputation as a trusted partner for SMBs,” said Chris Morris, CEO of The Citation Group. “With his forward-thinking approach, Citation Canada will continue delivering tailored HR and health & safety solutions, ensuring our clients stay competitive, compliant, and on the path to long-term success.”

Since entering the Canadian market through the acquisition of HRdownloads in 2023, Citation Canada has made significant strides, including the launch of a Health & Safety offering to better serve clients’ compliance needs. The Citation Group’s subsequent acquisition of Agendrix, a leader in workforce management solutions, further enhances the group’s ability to deliver end-to-end support for businesses—combining expert HR guidance from Citation Canada with Agendrix’s powerful scheduling and workforce management tools. Now, with Lacey at the helm, Citation Canada is set to expand its client base and enhance its impact on businesses across the country.

Lacey is confident in the company’s direction and ambitious growth targets. “Canadian businesses are operating in a period of rapid change, and strong HR and compliance strategies are essential to staying ahead,” said Dave Lacey, CEO of Citation Canada. “I’m eager to build on Citation Canada’s momentum, fostering partnerships and innovative solutions that enable businesses and the Canadian economy to move forward with confidence.”

Underpinned by a global network of over 100,000 clients, The Citation Group continues to actively invest in its Canadian presence through leadership, innovative services and software designed to help clients improve efficiency and create supportive workplaces.

To learn more about Citation Canada, visit: www.citationcanada.com

About Citation Canada

Citation Canada is dedicated to providing comprehensive HR services, training, and documentation to the over 6,000 businesses it works with across Canada. Citation Canada delivers exceptional customer support and expert guidance, helping businesses–especially SMBs–tackle HR challenges, navigate the complexities of Canadian policy and regulation law, maintain compliance and drive strategic growth.