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Geoff Molson

Geoffrey Eric Molson is a Canadian businessman and sports executive from Montreal, Quebec.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Geoffrey Eric Molson is a Canadian businessman and sports executive from Montreal, Quebec. He is president and chief executive officer of Groupe CH, which owns the Montreal Canadiens, the Bell Centre, Evenko, and L'Équipe Spectra. He is also a co-owner of the Canadiens with his brothers Andrew and Justin Molson and sits on the board of Molson Coors.

Early life and education

Geoff Molson was born in Montreal and is a member of the Molson family, a prominent Canadian business family. Available sources indicate he studied at St. Lawrence University and earned an MBA from Babson College.

Career

Molson has served in senior leadership roles with Groupe CH, becoming president and CEO in 2011. He is associated with the ownership and management of major Montreal sports and entertainment properties, including the Montreal Canadiens, the Bell Centre, Evenko, and L'Équipe Spectra. He also sits on the board of directors of Molson Coors.

Montreal Canadiens ownership

Molson is one of the owners of the Montreal Canadiens, the NHL team his family consortium acquired in 2009. He has been publicly identified as the club’s owner, president, and chief executive officer.

Honours and public roles

Molson has received provincial and national honours in Canada. He was named a Knight of the National Order of Quebec in 2019 and a Member of the Order of Canada in 2021. He has also been identified as Honorary Colonel of the Royal Military College Saint-Jean.

Key facts

  • President and CEO of Groupe CH since 2011.
  • Co-owner of the Montreal Canadiens with brothers Andrew and Justin Molson.
  • Groupe CH owns the Canadiens, Bell Centre, Evenko, and L'Équipe Spectra.
  • Sits on the board of directors of Molson Coors.
  • Recipient of the Order of Canada (2021) and National Order of Quebec (2019).
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Canadian context

Geoff Molson is a prominent Canadian business figure whose leadership spans major Montreal sports, entertainment, and brewing interests. He is closely associated with one of Canada’s best-known business families and with the Montreal Canadiens, a major Canadian hockey franchise.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Geoff Molson?
He is a Canadian businessman and sports executive who serves as president and CEO of Groupe CH and co-owns the Montreal Canadiens.
What companies or assets does Geoff Molson oversee?
Groupe CH owns the Montreal Canadiens, the Bell Centre, Evenko, and L'Équipe Spectra.
When was Geoff Molson born?
He was born on July 23, 1970.
Is Geoff Molson part of the Molson family?
Yes. He is a member of the Molson family of Montreal.
What honours has Geoff Molson received?
He was made a Knight of the National Order of Quebec in 2019 and a Member of the Order of Canada in 2021.
Does Geoff Molson have a role with Molson Coors?
Yes. He is a member of the board of directors of Molson Coors.

References

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geoff_Molson
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, family, occupations, honours, and association with Montreal Canadiens and Molson Coors
  2. NHL / Montréal Canadienshttps://www.nhl.com/canadiens/team/geoff-molson
    Supports: Current role as owner, president and CEO of Groupe CH and history with Canadiens ownership
  3. Wikipedia (French)https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geoffrey_Molson
    Supports: Business roles, board membership with Molson Coors, and overview of ownership interests
  4. L'actualitéhttps://lactualite.com/lactualite-affaires/geoff-molson-le-patron-teflon-du-tricolore/
    Supports: 2009 acquisition context and leadership of the Canadiens
  5. Lower Canada Collegehttps://www.lcc.ca/about/publications/we-are-lcc-community-podcast/geoff-molson
    Supports: Education, roles, and honours