Kevin Horsnell
About Kevin Horsnell
Kevin Horsnell serves as the Vice President of Operations for Canada at Canfor, where he has held various leadership roles since 2013. He has a strong educational background in forestry and business administration, holding degrees from The University of British Columbia, Malaspina University-College, and Royal Roads University.
Work at Canfor
Kevin Horsnell has held multiple positions at Canfor since joining the company. He currently serves as Vice President Operations, Canada, a role he has occupied since 2019. Prior to this, he was the Group General Manager of the Forest Management Group, Canada, starting in 2015. He has also held the position of General Manager in the Kootenay region for 11 years. Earlier in his career at Canfor, he worked as Plant Manager and Production Manager in Mackenzie for a total of 10 months in 2013, and as General Manager for the Houston Division from 2005 to 2010.
Education and Expertise
Kevin Horsnell has a strong educational background in forestry and business administration. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Forestry from The University of British Columbia from 1988 to 1991. He then pursued a Diploma in Forest Resources Technology at Malaspina University-College from 1985 to 1987. Later, he completed a Master's degree in Business Administration at Royal Roads University from 2003 to 2005. This combination of education equips him with expertise in both technical forestry and business management.
Background
Kevin Horsnell has been involved in the forestry sector for several decades. His career at Canfor began in 2005, and he has progressively taken on more responsibilities within the organization. His work has primarily been based in British Columbia, specifically in Prince George and the Kootenay region. His extensive experience in various managerial roles has contributed to his current leadership position within the company.
Achievements
Throughout his career at Canfor, Kevin Horsnell has contributed to various operational improvements and management strategies. His leadership roles have included overseeing forest management and operations across multiple regions in Canada. His educational qualifications and extensive experience in the forestry industry have positioned him as a key figure in Canfor's operational success.