Board of Directors

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    Leo Wieser

    President
    Leo leads the Nanton Grain Elevator Board, ensuring the grain elevators' operation, funding and preservation. Key duties include chairing meetings, setting agendas, applying for grants and overseeing strategic planning. Leo serves as the primary spokesperson.

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    Lori Stuart

    Vice President
    Stu has been with the board since 2020. She is in charge of the elevator cats pest control program and is highly involved with the seasonal lighting display each year.

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    Pam Woodall

    Secretary
    Pam handles administrative duties for the Nanton Grain Elevator Board, including recording minutes, maintaining records, managing correspondence, and ensuring ongoing open communication.

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    Shanda Stelmach

    Director-at-large
    Shanda is responsible for overseeing the financial management of the Nanton Grain Elevator Board. Shanda is experienced in financial management and has a passion for heritage preservation are essential.

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    Julia Anderson

    Director-at-Large
    Julia contributes to the decision-making and strategic planning of the Board, including attending board meetings, participating in committees, reviewing bylaw adherence and supporting fundraising and community outreach efforts.

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    Rick Roberts

    Director-at-Large
    Serving on several committees, including Acquisitions, Rick brings hands-on skill and creative vision. A retired Production Designer with decades in theatre, film, and television, he ranches grass-finished beef near Stavely, builds signage, and paints Alberta landscapes each winter seasonally locally.

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    Scott Jolliffe

    Director-at-Large
    Scott specializes in artifact collection and restoration planning, ensuring the preservation of historical treasures for future generations. With a passion for heritage conservation, Scott brings expertise in curating and safeguarding valuable cultural artifacts.

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    Dusty Binns

    Elevator Mascot
    Dusty Binns is the Nanton Grain Elevators' chief smile-spreader and mischief-maker. He’s here to charm visitors with his magical moves, sprinkle a little fun into every event, and make sure everyone knows just how cool grain elevators can be!