Michelle Broom resigns as president of the Ontario Produce Marketing Association
The Board of Directors announces Michelle Broom’s resignation as President of The Ontario Produce Marketing Association, effective February 11, 2022.
Over the last three years, Michelle has been instrumental in supporting and executing the Board’s strategic direction and she has implemented many new initiatives to ensure our continued growth and success as an association. Michelle’s inspiring leadership has left a lasting impression on our organization, membership and community.
The Board of Directors wishes to express their thanks and deep appreciation to Michelle for her passion, dedication and exceptional service to the OPMA during a pivotal time in our organization’s history. Michelle’s significant accomplishments with OPMA include:
- Safely navigating the OPMA financially through the pandemic while continuing to move the association forward and adding value to our membership
- Delivering a three-year strategic plan to make the OPMA a connection hub for the industry and consumers
- Continued to grow the associations digital footprint with over 25 million media impressions last year alone
Although Michelle will be greatly missed by the staff, Board and membership, she is embarking upon an incredible new journey. Michelle and her husband are planning to take some time for themselves and to explore the world before settling down for their next phase of life. Please join me in wishing her all the best on her exciting new adventure.
The Board will launch an executive search to identify a suitable candidate to succeed Michelle as President in the coming weeks.
About Ontario Produce Marketing Association: The Ontario Produce Marketing Association is a member-funded, not-for-profit organization whose primary objective is to connect people and information from field to plate.
