Team

Executive Leadership

Our leadership team comprises individuals with diverse expertise, including scientific research, business management, and education leadership. They are committed to steering RDAR toward a successful future by supporting Alberta's agriculture industry.

Dr. Mark Redmond

CEO | PH.D | ICD.D | ESG.D

David Cochrane

CFO | MBA | CPA | CMA

Clinton Dobson

Vice President, Research | MSC

Lydia Talpash

Vice President, Operations | BA | BComm | CMC

Research

Our research team brings together experts from various fields, including agriculture, animal nutrition, and sustainability. They are dedicated to advancing research initiatives that benefit Alberta's crop and livestock producers.

Trevor Prout

Research Program Manager, Value Added Industries | BSc. Food Science & Technology

Dr. Janelle Fouhse

Research Program Manager, Livestock | Ph.D Animal Nutrition

Dr. Sheri Strydhorst

Research Program Manager, Crops | BSc, MSc, PH.D, PAg

Samuel Peprah

Research Program Officer | MSc. Agronomy & Ruminant Nutrition | P.AG

Dr. Kawalpreet Kaur

Research Program Officer | ph.d plant science

Dr. Mohammad Afrouziyeh

Research Program Officer | PH.D Animal Science

Lisa Singh

Program Coordinator | B.A. International Relations

Adaly Gordillo

Program Coordinator

Maja Pejic

Program Coordinator

Quinn Hlus

Research Program Officer, PREP

Communications, Finance, Operations & Executive Support

These vital departments play a significant role in RDAR's operation and growth. The communications team amplifies Alberta's agricultural voice through branding and engagement. Our finance team manages resources to uphold our mission. And our executive support team ensures smooth and efficient functioning of administrative processes.