David Hansen
Chair, ManitobaWith over 47 years in the agriculture industry (ten in grains, two in crop nutrition, and 35 in the seed and biosciences sector), and over six years of international business experience, David brings his wealth of experience to our board of directors. Outside of his work and volunteer hours, David enjoys spending time at the cottage with his wife of 44 years, his two daughters and five grandchildren. Occasionally, you can find him golfing when time allows.
Robert Larsen
Vice-Chair, Prince Edward IslandFor over a decade, Robert, a proud Albany Centennial 4-H Club alum, has been involved in board governance within: all four levels of 4-H, his rural community, and the P.E.I. agriculture industry. As a 4-H leader, he is passionate about empowering 4-H youth to take a seat at the table to effect positive change in the world around them. Robert holds a BSc. in agricultural business and farms alongside his family on their beef cattle feedlot and agri-services operation, Norring Road Custom.
Carlie Whetter
Past Chair, ManitobaCarlie is a proud 4-H alum of the Kenton Kraftsmen 4-H club, currently volunteering with the Alexander 4-H Club while raising 4-H'ers of her own! Holding a BComm from the University of Manitoba, Carlie has experience in accounting, administration, managing small non-profits, and has spent the last ten years as a consultant on strategic objectives. She enjoys DIY projects like furniture refinishing, crafting and sewing, and drives anywhere to watch her kids participate in the activities they love!
Valerie Stone Grech
Director, OntarioValerie was an active 4-H'er in Brand County, Ontario as a Youth Advisory Committee member, a 4-H representative at the 41st Agriculture Conference at the FAO, and eventually a 4-H leader, leading her hometown’s 4-H Dairy Club. Along with her bachelor’s degree, Valerie graduated from the Advanced Agricultural Leadership Program, and has over ten years of experience in the agricultural field. Outside of work she enjoys fastball, figure skating, volunteering, and playing with her two dogs!
Danielle Chu
Director, OntarioA member of 4-H Canada's Board of Directors, Danielle is based in Toronto practicing Competition/Anti-trust, Foreign Investment and International Trade Law. Danielle attended law school at the University of Alberta and practiced for many years in Calgary with a focus on the natural resources, energy, and mining sectors. Danielle first discovered 4-H during her time in Alberta, and she continues to be inspired by 4-H's values, history, community, and remarkable members and leaders!
Fawn Jackson
Director, OntarioA proud 4-H alum from Manitoba, Fawn is a leading voice in Canadian agriculture. As the Chief Sustainability Officer with Dairy Farmers of Canada, Fawn leads the research, sustainability and on-farm programs teams. In addition to agriculture, Fawn is passionate about the environment and mentorship and is proud to currently be serving as a board member with Ducks Unlimited Canada and 4-H Canada. In her spare time, you'll find Fawn on the farm in Manitoba or on an outdoor adventure.
Shelley Jones
Director, SaskatchewanA 4-H alum from Saskatchewan, Shelley is passionate about agriculture, youth leadership, and community engagement. In her nearly 40-year career in agriculture, she is particularly proud of her involvement in the development of Saskatchewan’s first Agriculture Awareness Strategy. She credits her passion for volunteerism and public speaking to the programming of 4-H where those values and skills were developed. In her free time, you can find Shelley playing slo-pitch, golf, and hiking.
Tyler McCann
Director, QuebecTyler’s lifelong commitment to agriculture and food is exemplified through his career in agriculture policy, increasingly senior roles in and out of government, and as the owner-operator of a family farm business. A passionate 4-H supporter, Tyler is an alum who was part of the inaugural 4-H Canada Youth Advisory Committee. He went on to become a 4-H club leader, as well as a former director and president of 4-H Quebec.
Amy McConchie
Director, New BrunswickAmy has been involved in 4-H since she was 7 years old. She participated in the Youth Advisory Committee, sat on the board as the youth representative, and has attended numerous national conferences and events. As a 4-H member, she used her experiences to complete her Bronze, Silver and Gold Duke of Edinburgh's award challenge. Amy is currently a volunteer leader with her home club, Triangle 4-H in New Brunswick. She received a Bachelor of Applied Arts from the University of New Brunswick and currently works as a Graphic Designer. In her spare time, Amy enjoys spending time with her dog and family and working with her fiancé on building their own farm and business.