Wednesday, August 28, 2013

BILL CHURCHWARD APPOINTED HEAD OF PRACTICE - AGRI-BUSINESS

Osborne Group Contract Executives President and CEO Mark Olson is pleased to announce that Bill Churchward has been appointed Head of Practice – Agri-Business.

For the past decade, as a Principal of Osborne Interim Management, Bill has been bringing value to a number of clients that represent the true diversity of the sector, from bio-energy to value-added production and food processing.

"Bill is a natural to lead Osborne’s efforts in agri-business. In reality, due to his broad network in the industry and track record for delivering strategic solutions to our clientele, he has been in this role, de facto, for many years."

As an industry veteran who began his career in Ontario but moved to Calgary in the early 1990’s with Canada Malting, Bill has seen dramatic growth in the sector. "Agri-business is arguably emerging as one of the highest potential global industries – well positioned to address of some of the world’s most compelling challenges. With innovation and bold new trade initiatives, agri-business has the potential to lead the growth of the Canadian economy and provide Canada the opportunity to reclaim its position as a global agri-business leader" says Churchward.

As Principal and Head of Practice – Agri-Business, Bill will be able to draw on the multiple resources within both Osborne Interim Management and Osborne Business Advisors to assist companies whether they require executive leadership, operational or financial expertise, senior human resources assistance or business development.

Bill can be reached directly at (403) 264-8195 (ext. 1004) or bchurchward@osborneinterim.com.

Friday, August 9, 2013

OIM WELCOMES DAVID INNES TO THE TEAM

Osborne Interim Management is pleased to welcome David Innes (MA) to the organization as Principal.

David leverages his leadership expertise as a veteran public sector executive at the CEO and Deputy Minister level to offer a client-focused, results-oriented, collaborative approach in developing solutions to management and policy challenges facing public sector and industry organizations. He has in-depth experience managing organizations with operating budgets in the $100M - $500M range and expertise in implementing, managing and regulating electronic gaming operations, evaluating and developing appropriate operational and regulatory gaming policies. He is also proficient in land use planning and development, public policy evaluation and development, strategic planning, organizational restructuring, budget planning and management.

Thursday, August 8, 2013

COMPANY SUCCESSION PLANNING - EARLY DAYS

"Succession planning" - how many times have you seen these words lately? Everyone, me included, wants to sell you their services for strategy, tax planning, brokerage, finance, whatever. Bemused and confused? Then let’s step back and think about a few critical things. You might even take a piece of paper and get some thoughts down.

First, be realistic. There will be hard truths to face. There will be more work and frustration than you think. This article is not comprehensive and your circumstances will drive the process. Make a start now and calmly work through it.


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Tuesday, August 6, 2013

BLANE HOGUE JOINS THE OIM TEAM

Osborne Interim Management is pleased to welcome Blane Hogue to the organization as Principal.

Based in Calgary, Blane brings his clients the powerful combination of broad senior management and CEO experience as well as highly developed specific skills in marketing/communications, small business management, brand building, and not-for-profit/museum management. Drawing on a range of local, regional and national experience in the corporate, university, public broadcasting and not-for-profit/museum sectors, Blane applies strategic focus and transformational planning to clients’ needs and goals for short-term projects or longer term assignments, all with identifiable results.