Matthew Donovan, Rpf, MBA
About Matthew Donovan, Rpf, MBA
Matthew Donovan is a Silviculture Forestry Supervisor at Canfor, where he has worked since 2013. He holds an MBA from The University of Northern British Columbia and a BSc in Forestry Resource Management from The University of British Columbia.
Current Role as Silviculture Forestry Supervisor
Matthew Donovan serves as the Silviculture Forestry Supervisor at Canfor. In this role, he has been responsible for overseeing various forestry projects and managing a contractor workforce. His focus includes ensuring compliance with regulatory, environmental, and social obligations. He has held this position since 2013, contributing to the company's forestry initiatives for over 11 years.
Previous Positions at Canfor
Matthew Donovan has held multiple positions at Canfor. He worked as a Planning Forestry Supervisor from 2011 to 2012 for one year, where he was involved in strategic planning for forestry operations. Following this, he served as a Field Operations Crew/Team Leader for nine months in 2012, overseeing field operations and leading teams in the execution of forestry tasks.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Donovan earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from The University of Northern British Columbia, completing his studies from 2013 to 2015. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Forestry Resource Management from The University of British Columbia, studying from 2007 to 2010. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in both business and forestry management.
Training and Mentorship at Canfor
In his current role, Matthew Donovan provides training and mentoring to the in-house team at Canfor. He coordinates efforts to ensure that team members are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to complete various forestry projects effectively. His commitment to developing team capabilities contributes to the overall success of forestry operations.