Dr. David Chalack, DVM
Chair
D’Arcy Hilgartner
Vice Chair
Dr. Stanford Blade
Member
Brian Brewin
Member
JP Brouwer
Member
David Hoekstra
Member
Steve Kenyon
Member
Dr. Fred Lozeman
Member
Jason Lenz
Member
Josie Van Lent
Member
Directors are assigned to two committees
Board Committees
Governance and Nominations Committee
The Governance Committee guides the Board of Directors in its oversight responsibilities on matters relating to the leadership and governance of RDAR and in the nominations and electoral processes of the organization to identify and seek the nomination of high-calibre director candidates with abilities to govern, inspire performance, contribute specific expertise and attributes, and oversee the delivery of RDAR’s strategic plan and mandate.
Finance, Audit and Risk Committee
This Committee is responsible for monitoring the integrity of the financial reporting process and the system of internal controls regarding financial reporting and accounting compliance and the independence and performance of the public accountant. The committee also facilitates communication between the public accountant, management, and the board.
The FAR Committee monitors, evaluates, and makes recommendations for decisions by the board with respect to strategic and significant financial and capital infrastructure matters and policies of RDAR.
Research Committee
The Research Committee shall be responsible for advising the Board of Directors on the overall research goals of RDAR (Results Driven Agriculture Research); reviewing assigned project proposals and making funding decisions; overseeing the distribution of research funds; making recommendations on research program policies and procedures.
Stakeholder Engagement & Communications Committee
This Committee ensures that RDAR meets the needs and expectations of its varied Stakeholders. Stakeholder engagement refers to taking intentional and active steps to establish productive relationships that further RDAR’s mandate and strategy. Because RDAR has diverse Stakeholders, their needs and RDAR’s goals will need to be met using different tactics, combining communication and engagement.