INTERVIEW OF SYLVIE GUINARD (MBA 2002), CEO OF THIMONNIER
EMLYON EXPERIENCE 2014.03.13
Sylvie Guinard (MBA 2002) always dreamed of being an astronaut, and she is still passionate about space and aeronautics.
But, because fighter-pilot training was off-limits to women at that time, and the physical requirements seemed out of her reach, she chose the technical route and became a mechanical engineer with a degree from ESTACA (Transportation Engineering School). Next, at the age of 36, she pursued another dream, albeit less spectacular, but which makes her everyday life an exciting experience - taking over the reins of the family-owned business, Thimonnier. Located in Saint-Germain-au-Mont D'Or (Rhône), this company was originally founded with the invention of the sewing machine.
The company employs 60 people and, over the past five years, has seen double-digit growth in sales.
On the road to the charity rally
Our colleague Bruno is hitting the road for the Twing Raid!
From 24 February to 5 March, he and his sister will be taking part in the third edition of the Twing Raid, a charity rally in the desert.
CFIA 2026 - FROM 10 TO 12 MARCH, 2026
Thimonnier will exhibit in CFIA, at the french benchmark event for the food-processing sector.
Come to visit our booth HALL10 C2.
HAPPY NEW YEAR !
✨In 2026, let’s build your difference togethe
Thimonnier Lights Up the Night in Support of Solidarity
On 21 November, twenty Thimonnier employees took part in the Course des Lumières alongside the Hospices Civils de Lyon Foundation.
Our trade fair participations
We regularly take part in trade shows all around the world – great opportunities to meet in person! We’ll be delighted to welcome you to our stands.🙂