Michael Flynn named first executive director of Alberta Grains

Sawyer added, “His track record of leading multiple, diverse organizations that contribute to Albertans in a positive way, along with his experience collaborating with partners and stakeholders of all levels will allow him to seamlessly transition into the role to provide strategic and operational leadership to the organization.”

With over two decades of experience as an executive director with multiple organizations in varied sectors, Alberta Grains said Flynn’s career has been defined by his commitment to organizations that positively impact Alberta. As the former executive director of the Calgary Police Commission (CPC) and the Urban Development Institute (UDI), he demonstrated his ability to navigate complex policy development, public education, and community stakeholder engagement, the organization points out.

Flynn is eager to leverage his pre-existing experiences and relationships for the benefit of Alberta Grains and explore new opportunities for growth.

Most recently, he was the executive director with FireSmart Alberta, after serving as the executive director of the Canadian Association of Petroleum Land Administration.

Flynn stated, “I couldn’t ask for a better situation to walk into quite frankly and I’m honoured to build on the historic legacy of the Alberta Wheat and Barley Commissions with the newly amalgamated Alberta Grains.”

He continued, “My perception of the agriculture sector in Alberta is that it’s coming into its own and rightfully so, being seen as a force and a necessary economic driver nationally and internationally. As the collective voice of over 18,000 grain farmers in Alberta, I think we can not only be the model association in the ag sector but also a champion in the not-for-profit sector with the combined strengths of our amazing staff, delegates and board of directors.”

Alberta Grains said Flynn’s appointment comes at an exciting time for the future of the newly amalgamated commission, as elections for the first permanent board of directors and delegates will take place at regional meetings, occurring across the province throughout November, 2023.

Alberta Grains was formed earlier this year when the Alberta Wheat Commission and Alberta Barley merged into one organization.

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Michael Flynn named first executive director of Alberta Grains

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