A graduate of the University of Waterloo, with a Bachelor of Math degree, as well as an MBA from Wilfrid Laurier University, Doug brings an accountable people orientated perspective to the company. His extensive experience in financial and team performance is well suited as the driving force towards ensuring Icy Waters Ltd. hits its marks and delivers on its ambitions. Beyond team development and looking for new improvements, he will be inhaling the mouth-watering smoke from his backyard kitchen as this self-proclaimed foodie tests a new rub or creates a new chutney.

Doug has taken on many roles during his career that have helped advance aquaculture business practices. From initiating an expansion of broodstock research to developing new product lines that increased profitability, he has shown his dedication to and vast knowledge of the aquaculture industry. Doug used his management and problem-solving skills he learned in his career to lead a team through a transitional period during the pandemic, where he played a pivotal role in making Arctic char more desirable for family restaurants and grocery distribution channels.