Stewart Whillans, M.Sc, Cpa Cga.
About Stewart Whillans, M.Sc, Cpa Cga.
Stewart Whillans, M.Sc, CPA CGA, serves as the Area Manager at UFA Co-operative Ltd and has extensive experience in management and operations across various companies in Alberta, Canada.
Current Position at J.R. Simplot Company
Stewart Whillans serves as the Market Manager at J.R. Simplot Company, Inc. since 2019. In this role, he oversees market operations in Alberta, Canada. His responsibilities include managing market strategies and ensuring operational efficiency within the region. With five years in this position, he has contributed to the company's growth and market presence.
Role at UFA Co-operative Ltd
Stewart Whillans has been with UFA Co-operative Ltd since 2014, currently holding the position of Area Manager. He manages operations in Southern Alberta and has been instrumental in overseeing multiple store locations. Prior to this role, he worked as a Regional Store Manager from 2011 to 2014, where he gained valuable experience in retail management.
Educational Background
Stewart Whillans holds a Bachelor of Management degree in Finance from The University of Lethbridge, which he completed from 2000 to 2004. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Management, specializing in Policy and Strategy, from the same university between 2005 and 2007. This educational foundation supports his expertise in management and finance.
Previous Experience in Operations Management
Before his current roles, Stewart Whillans held significant positions in operations management. He served as the General Manager of Operations at Agricore United from 1999 to 2005, where he managed operations in Grassy Lake and Reed Lake. He then transitioned to Green Prairie International as the VP of Operations from 2008 to 2010, further enhancing his operational leadership skills.