SASKATCHEWAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Director
- WOW Factor Media Director
My name is Ashley Drummond I live in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan and I am the CEO of Wow Factor Media - Saskatchewan's award-winning digital marketing company. My career at Wow Factor Media has given me valuable experience in working with a diverse range of community leaders and business owners throughout the province, spanning several industries, including government entities, startups, small businesses, medium enterprises, and some of the largest corporations in our community. As a local business owner who is dedicated and passionate about supporting the Saskatchewan business community, and with my extensive experience in serving Saskatchewan businesses, I believe that I could contribute valuable work, skills and ideas to the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce board. In addition to working at Wow Factor Media, I am a proud member and supporter of WESK, the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce as well as several city Chambers of Commerce throughout the province. As a woman business leader, I am dedicated to sharing my skills to support and elevate women in business in our province and am a mentor for businesswomen through the Scotiabank Women's Initiative and WESK's All Access Expert Advice program.
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- Membership & Administration Coordinator
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- Immediate past Chair / Doepker Industries Ltd.
- Member of the Canadian Association of Family Enterprises
- President and Chief Executive Officer at Doepker Industries Ltd
Evan Doepker is President and Chief Executive Officer at Doepker Industries Ltd., a highway trailer manufacturing company headquartered in Annaheim, Saskatchewan. Evan is a third generation Doepker and has been a part of the Doepker team since 1993. In his current position he is responsible for leading the Executive Team in establishing long term strategies and an overall mission that guides and directs the entire organization. Evan has been an owner of Doepker since 2008, and joined the board of directors of the company in 2016. Evan has studied at the University of Saskatchewan and Athabasca University towards a degree in commerce and completed a variety of executive educational courses.
Evan is a member of the Canadian Association of Family Enterprises and served on the board of the Safety Association of Saskatchewan Manufacturers during its formative years. He is a director of the Canadian Transportation Equipment Association and is VP of that association's board of directors. Evan is a member of the Saskatchewan Manufacturer's Council, a group organized by the Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters to move forward issues impacting manufacturing in the province.
Evan and his wife Shawna are proud parents of Brooklyn and Joshua.
Job Titles:
- 1st Vice - Chair
- 1st Vice - Chair / See Bio
- Senior Commercial Account Manager at RBC
Greg McIntyre is currently serving the end of his term as the President of the Moose Jaw & District Chamber of Commerce. During his years in service to the Chamber he has benefited from working with a great board of business owners and entrepreneurs to elevate their chamber's status & relevance in the community. Greg advocates for educating business owners to help prepare them as we all head into some unprecedented changes driven by technology, environment and associated government policy.
Greg's other contributions have been in moderating the 2016 Moose Jaw Mayoral Debate & All Candidates Debate for the city elections. He also sits as Vice Chair and representative of the Moose Jaw Chamber for the Environmental Advisory Committee to the City of Moose Jaw and previously as the representative for the Banking Industry on the Moose Jaw Housing Advisory Committee.
Greg has worked in the Financial Services sector for nearly 16 years-much of it working in Saskatchewan and North Western Ontario providing financial services and advice to Agriculture clients, Municipal Governments and small & medium sized Commercial enterprises.
Greg is currently a Senior Commercial Account Manager at RBC and is trusted to manage some of the bank's most valuable client relationships. His ability to collaborate, utilize both his corporate resources and social network, make him a valuable addition to the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce.
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- Director / PFM Capital Inc.
- PFM Capital Inc. Director / See Bio
- Senior Director of Investments and Partner
Jason Moser is a Senior Director of Investments and partner of PFM Capital. Mr. Moser joined PFM in 2008 and is responsible for managing the firm's diversified energy portfolio. Prior to joining PFM, Jason worked on the trading desk for Capital Power Corp. and as an oil and gas equity research associate for Raymond James in Calgary, providing over 14 years of institutional investment experience within the energy sector.
In addition to his role overseeing the firm's due diligence, underwriting and monitoring of investments in the energy sector (which is 35% of PFM's aggregate portfolio), Jason provides investment insight, deal origination and analytical skills across all the sectors in which PFM invests (value-added agriculture, industrial, and tech amongst others).
Jason received his B.Comm (Honours) from the University of Saskatchewan and has also obtained his Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation and the Chartered Business Valuator (CBV) designation. Jason currently sits on the boards of Aureus Energy Services, Fire Sky Energy, Switch Power and Wind River Power. He is an active volunteer within the local community including the Queen City Kinsmen and Regina Water Polo Association. He resides in Regina with his wife Tracy and five children.
Job Titles:
- Indigenous Engagement Manager
Job Titles:
- Chairman
- 2023 - 24 Chair / See Bio
- Director of Regulatory Affairs for the Mosaic Company
Jessica Theriault, P.Eng., is the Director of Regulatory Affairs for The Mosaic Company and oversees the coordination and management of environmental regulatory relations for the Mosaic Potash Business Unit, as well as leadership in the development of the Mosaic Potash Business Unit Sustainability Program. In her current role Jessica also actively represents Mosaic on a number of industry associations including the Saskatchewan Mining Association, Fertilizer Canada, as well as the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce.
Jessica has an environmental engineering degree and MBA from the University of Regina. Her career started with co-op work-terms in the pulp and paper industry and after graduation she worked in the oil and gas industry. In 1998 she started working in the potash industry and has never looked back!! Jessica has worked in the potash industry in increasing levels of environmental and regulatory responsibility with Mosaic for over 22 years.
Jessica and her husband, Michael, live in Emerald Park. In her spare time she loves to travel to visit family and friends and is a volunteer with Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan (APEGS) and the University of Regina Kenneth Levene Graduate School of Business.
Job Titles:
- Director of Marketing & Events
Josie is the driving force behind the Chamber's brand success and memorable experiences. From developing marketing strategies, to setting the vision for the Chamber's signature events, Josie is responsible for ensuring that all connections with the Chamber make a lasting impact. In her role, Josie is also responsible the cultivation of sponsor relationships. Through her expertise in event management and marketing, Josie contributes to the Chamber's overall success in fostering connections, promoting business excellence, and strengthening the local business community.
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- 2nd Vice Chair / Miller Thomson LLP
- 2nd Vice Chair / See Bio
Khurrum is a first-generation immigrant who moved to Toronto in August 1999 as an undergraduate university student, and benefited from the educational and career training provided by the nation's universities. In February 2010, two years after graduating law school, he and his partner Aisha moved to Regina looking for better career opportunities. He found that opportunity as lawyer with a leading Western Canadian law firm where he has practiced since in the commercial and public law areas. His wife found that opportunity as a pharmacist, currently serving the North Central community in Regina. Recently, Khurrum and Aisha were blessed with the arrival of their son Eesa.
Having planted familial roots in Saskatchewan, Khurrum wishes to advocate for the issues and policies which will ensure that Saskatchewan remains an economically, educationally and socially vibrant place which attracts and retains young professionals, entrepreneurs and families. As a law student and lawyer, he has acquired experience engaging with government, parliamentary committees and media around a variety of public policy issues. He is confident that his experience and background will allow him to bring a unique perspective to the Chamber's Board of Directors, and to better serve and represent the interests of its diverse membership.
Job Titles:
- Research & Policy Consultant
Job Titles:
- Director
- Chief Financial Officer for K
Leanne Parsons is the Chief Financial Officer for K + S Potash Canada where she is responsible for overseeing accounting, controlling, tax management, and Insurance & Risk.
As a CPA, Leanne is a seasoned professional with more than 25 years as an accounting/finance leader. She has been a CFO for 15+ years, with experience in manufacturing, wholesale, service and mining in both private and public sectors. Her responsibilities included operational and financial strategy, M&A, fiscal governance and risk management.
Leanne is well-versed in strategic management, helping drive organizational efficiency and profitability. She has a strong background in change management. Leanne is passionate about people and helping her colleagues identify skills and supports that enable individuals' opportunities to create success for the employee and the company.
Leanne is also passionate about yoga and healthy living. As the Co-founder of a yoga business, BreatheMoveBe, Leanne spends much of her spare time teaching yoga and growing the Saskatchewan yoga industry.
Leanne is happily married with two children and three grandchildren. Saskatchewan has been her only home.
Job Titles:
- Director / Neha Jain Consulting Inc.
- Neha Jain Consulting Inc
Neha's interest in marketing and communications was piqued in 2008, working with Community Futures Entre-Corp Business Development in Alberta, focusing on entrepreneurship support programs, and rural economic diversification. Moving back to Regina in 2010, Neha's marketing agency career began in Regina in 2011. Primarily working in an account services capacity, Neha's roles focused on accountability, acting as her clients' advocate for process and efficiency. In her day-to-day, she would be an extension of her client teams, identifying opportunities to fill in the gaps, while ensuring beautiful ideas were transformed into amazing campaigns.
Evolving professionally, Neha has taken her 15+ years of marketing and communications experience and started her own consulting business in 2022, Neha Jain Consulting. Her approach is to focus on immediate and long term communications, marketing, and PR initiatives for the clients she serves. Neha prides herself on delivering relevant, effective, and talk-worthy strategies on behalf of her clients. Public engagement, economic empowerment, and community betterment are what drives Neha to perform her best. Neha has a fully integrated background, with experience in everything from pure brand development and communications planning, to advertising campaigns and beyond, serving clients across B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Ontario. Beyond her BBA, Neha holds a designation in Communications & Advertising through the International Communications Association of Canada. Her priorities on the board and in her own profession include positioning Saskatchewan as the vibrant and innovative province that it is, to contribute to support systems and resources that businesses need to thrive, and to provide opportunities for our workforce's future generations.
Job Titles:
- Executive Assistant to the CEO & Board
Nicole provides support to the CEO by efficiently managing their schedule, ensuring all meetings and appointments are organized and well-coordinated. In addition, she is responsible for coordinating board meetings, which includes planning logistics, preparing and distributing board documents, and ensuring compliance with relevant protocols. Her meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational skills contribute to the overall effectiveness of the CEO and the smooth functioning of the Chamber.
As CEO, Prabha provides visionary leadership and direction to drive the organization's vision and mission. Guided by strong business acumen, resourcefulness, and an unwavering vision of what is possible, she makes decisions that shape the Chamber's trajectory. Prabha's visionary leadership propels the Chamber towards a future defined by success, collaboration, and meaningful impact for its membership and the wider business community. Through her active representation in external forums, collaboration with key stakeholders, and compelling presence in media engagements, Prabha reinforces the Chamber's position as a leading advocate and catalyst for success in the Saskatchewan business landscape.
Job Titles:
- Director
- 9 Mile Legacy Brewing Co
- Co - Founder and CEO of Saskatoon 's 9 Mile Legacy Brewing
Shawn Moen is the co-Founder and CEO of Saskatoon's 9 Mile Legacy Brewing, a nano brewery located in Riversdale. He is a proud Saskatchewanian and has law degrees from the University of Saskatchewan and Osgoode Hall Law School at York University.
Prior to launching 9 Mile Legacy Brewing in 2015, Shawn practiced as a lawyer in both public and private practice and has experience in commercial law, policy development and regulatory matters. Shawn is a proud dad, an active community member with several non-profit initiatives and a 2022 Nuffield Scholar.
Job Titles:
- Director / Flowing River Capital Partners
- Vice President and Chief Customer Officer at ISM Canada
Tyler Willox is the Vice President and Chief Customer Officer at ISM Canada, a subsidiary of Kyndryl (formerly IBM), where he is committed to Saskatchewan's Growth Plan by expanding the technology ecosystem, creating new IT jobs, and tripling the industry by 2030. He previously held positions at ISC, including Global Government Relations Lead and Strategic Initiatives Lead for the President & CEO, where he helped the company transition from a Crown Corporation to a publicly traded one. Tyler also serves on the Board of Directors for Saskatchewan Polytechnic and the Regina Airport Authority and is a founding member of the IT Solutions Association of Saskatchewan. He was the youngest Chair of the Regina & District Chamber of Commerce in 2017 and has served on multiple community and volunteer organizations such as the University of Regina Senate, CNIB Saskatchewan's Board, and the City of Regina Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee. Tyler has received several awards, including the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal, the 2019 University of Regina Alumni Crowning Achievement Award for Outstanding Young Alumni, and the 2017 CBC Saskatchewan Future 40 Award, recognizing him as one of the province's top leaders, builders, and change-makers under 40.
Virginia ensures the smooth functioning of the Chamber by overseeing day-to-day operations and implementing efficient processes. Virginia's strategic acumen enables her to navigate complex business landscapes, identify growth opportunities, and drive innovative solutions, ensuring the Chamber remains adaptable and forward-thinking. She is responsible for formulating and executing strategic initiatives that align with the Chamber's goals. In addition to this, Virginia serves as the primary liaison for local chambers of commerce, actively building collaborative relationships to foster mutual growth and support.