UFA Our Directors Welcome Become a Member | Contact UFA Loading Our News ACCA Co operative Youth Program celebrates it's 50th Anniversary Read More UFA helps members protect their property and everything on it Read More Our Co op News Archive Our Community News Archive BROWSE OUR 2009PRODUCT CATALOGUE UFA is 100 years young and the best is yet to come Richard Peter Chair Centennial Committee Our Board of Directors UFA is governed by a 12 member board of directors At each annual general meeting one third of the directors are elected by existing directors as well as the delegates who represent the co operative's owners Directors are elected to three year terms The board of directors annually elects a chairman to serve for a one year term For more information on becoming a director click here Clarence Olthuis ChairmanElected to the board: 1996 I became a director because I have extensive experience with co operatives credit unions a finance background and I have an interest in the governance process and in representing members I became a delegate in 1984 and was elected to the board in 1996 I served as chairman of the board from 2003 2007 and was re elected in 2009 UFA has accomplished a lot during the century and I would like to be part of the process to ensure UFA remains sustainable for another 100 years I grew up on a family farm in Neerlandia where my family and I continue to operate I enjoy participating in community activities both at the local level and in the community at large I'm currently the chair of UFA's board of directors and a member of the Canadian Co operative's board of directors Debbie AdolphsonElected to the board: 2003 I became a director following five years as a delegate with UFA During this time I came to appreciate the value of a co operative and wanted to be more involved in the governance of UFA As a co op we are facing many challenges and I look forward to being a part of the team who helps guide UFA into its second successful century I am currently Chair of the Human Resources Compensation Committee and appreciate being part of the development of UFA's human resource strategy as we recognize the value of people to the success of UFA and strive to become an employer of choice I graduated from the University of Toronto with a degree in Geology and subsequently worked as a geologist for Petro Canada Following this my husband and I operated an Environmental Service Company for 15 years and we currently operate a hay grain oil seed and cow calf and horse breeding farm in Valleyview I am currently enrolled in the Human Resource Compensation Committee Certification program part of the director's college continuing education program Tim BancroftElected to the board: 2008 I became a director in 2008 because I feel I have relevant knowledge to offer and an interest in seeing UFA grow and prosper In my 30 plus years with Shell Canada I've developed excellent knowledge of the workings of the petroleum refinery supply and distribution I have had the opportunity to serve as a member of boards and been the management support on compensation health safety and environment committees I also enjoy volunteering with the Sunshine Ski Glencoe clubs and the United Way Bob ChisholmElected to the board: 2009 I became a director in 2009 because of my extensive experience with co operatives finance and my general interest in the governance process UFA has accomplished a lot during the century and I would like to be part of the process to ensure another 100 years of success I am very active in our family cow calf operation and I am a certified general accountant CGA with over 25 years experience in financial services and banking I provide financial expertise and assist with the overall management of our ranch W A Ranches Ltd I have also had the opportunity to be on a variety of boards and community committees Bill DobsonElected to the board: 2008 I became a director in 2008 because UFA is an organization that I understand and trust Rural life benefits greatly from UFA and I want to help make this a company that will be around for another 100 years My family and I operate a 1700 acre grain and oilseed farm in Paradise Valley Alberta I am also a fourth generation producer and have been farming since 1973 I am the past president of Wild Rose Agriculture Producers Alberta's general farm organization I've also sat on the board of directors of The Canadian Federation of Agriculture served on The Co operators board as a director from 1994 2000 and again from 2002 2007 and have been on a variety of committees including Audit Conduct Review Investment Policy and the Executive Duane GlimsdaleElected to the board: 2005 I have been involved with UFA for fourteen years ten years in which I served as a delegate and currently serving my fifth year as a director I became a director because with my 10 years of delegate experience and hundreds of hours of training provided by UFA I felt well prepared to serve as a director In a director position I am able to give back to UFA what it has given me and ensure our co operative remains progressive and sustainable I am a fourth generation farmer and currently reside on the original farm site where my Great Grandfather lived My cousin and I manage a 7000 acre farm on which we grow cereals oil seed and pulse crops I am also a licensed heavy duty mechanic and operate a repair shop during the winter months I have participated in the Claresholm 4 H Multi Club and the local curling club I am also involved in the Claresholm Fish and Game club and the Claresholm Trap Club where I hold one of six director positions Michael KueberElected to the board: 2000 I became a director in 2000 after serving as a delegate for two years because UFA has been a big part of our community and I wanted to become more involved With the demise of the grain cooperatives I think it is so important for UFA to remain focused on its members and their needs For UFA to survive another 100 years we must remain profitable and maintain a strong balance sheet while giving back to our members I currently operate a 1500 acre grain cattle and horse breeding farm in Killam I have been a member of the Lions Club served in the County of Flagstaff Agriculture Service Board operated a small retail store and have also coached local hockey and baseball in my community I currently serve on the boards of Killam and District Business Development Association Battle River Ag ventures co operative Killam Ag Society and the Killam Regional Economic Development Initiative Committee Jim LaverickElected to the board: 2008 I became a director in 2008 because I have a passion for Alberta in particular rural Alberta agri business financial issues and co operatives I believe my experience in strategic and financial planning and my ability to work with and develop effective management teams will help to build consensus and contribute to making sound business decisions I grew up on a family farm in the Grand Prairie Area and began a career wih the Co operators in the 1970s Throughout my 38 year career I took on many roles including Senior Vice President of Insurance Operation where I was responsible for HR planning underwriting sales claims and the bottom line performance of Co operators General Insurance Company Through my work I was able to get involved in various co operatives Bill LeeElected to the board: 2008 I became a delegate in 1996 and enjoyed my 12 years in the role because I grew and learned I became a director in 2008 and where I'm able to continue my growth and learning and have the opportunity to give back to UFA I'm currently Chair of the UFA Compensation Committee and a member of the HR Compensation and the Environment Health and Safety Committees I've been running a cattle operation and implementing environmental and conservation farm practices for over 30 years I've been a member of the Alberta Environmental Farm Plan management team and have been involved in a variety of boards governance and community organizations Cornie TeichroebElected to the board: 2006 I became a director after serving as a delegate for three years because I have a very keen interest in business working with other people and learning new skills I was a farmer from 1975 to 2008 and also worked in other areas such as owning a logging company owning a hardwood store a trucking firm and was the general manager for a construction company I chaired the Chamber of Commerce for four years was Vice chair of REA for two years and the AADC appeals board for three years I am involved in the Agriculture society and have been a School Council chairman for 12 years Mic ThiessenElected to the board: 2009 I became a director in 2009 after serving as a delegate for five years I sense a high level of trust from fellow delegates and directors and as we move forward I fully respect what our forefathers have done and also realize that UFA needs to reflect the reality of today's environment I have been involved in agriculture my whole life and together with my brother I currently farm 600 acres and operate a small feedlot close to Lethbridge I have also raised purebred sheep and have served as a board member of the Alberta Sheep and Wool Commission and the Southern Alberta Sheep Breeders I have served on the UFA nominating committee and have been elected chairman of the AGM I am currently enrolled in the Director's College and anticipate finishing module five in April 2009 I am also an active member of my church and have been involved the local 4 H Barry WebsterElected to the board: 2008 I became a director because I support UFA and want to incorporate them in my life I was a delegate from 1996 until I was elected to the board in 2008 As a director I've served on the UFA democratic review committee the UFA History Society and as the chair of the delegate representative committee I have a passion for agriculture and affinity for rural life and my experience in farming the courses I've taken and serving as a delegate have given me the knowledge and expertise to serve UFA owners I have been involved in agriculture all my life and currently run a 500 cow calf operation as well as doing custom farming and haying I've worked with the scouting program for over 12 years and am very active in my church Becoming a UFA Director:The role of a Director today is more onerous and demanding more complex and multi dimensional than it has been in the past Directors of UFA are expected to bring to the Board the broadest possible knowledge and depth of experience from their chosen business or profession For more information on becoming a director click here HELP CENTRE Contact Us Frequently Asked Questions Site Map Store & Agency Locator ABOUT UFA Become a Member Careers at UFA Our Centennial Our Heritage Our Network Environment Health & Safety Governance PRODUCTS Animal Care Feed and Companion Animals Clothing Buildings and Building Supplies 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