GIFS at USask announces new Board appointments

The Global Institute for Food Security (GIFS) at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) has announced the appointment of Andrea Johnston and Jim Wispinski to its Board of Directors.

The appointments take effect immediately.

“On behalf of the Board and our entire team, I’m pleased to welcome Andrea Johnston and Jim Wispinski to the Global Institute for Food Security,” said Alanna Koch, Board Chair.

“GIFS is fortunate to have a Board of Directors comprised of accomplished leaders with rich expertise and a diverse skill set across industry, government, and academia. As we expand our reach and impact, Andrea and Jim’s expertise in agriculture and food innovation, both in Canada and internationally, will be invaluable to GIFS’ team and mission.”

Johnston is the former Assistant Deputy Minister for Innovation Canada at Innovation, Science, and Economic Development. She previously served as a senior executive at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and is now an executive advisor to several organizations, including Mitacs and NorthGuide.

Read full bio: Andrea Johnston 

Wispinski is an experienced executive who served in multiple leadership roles with Corteva and its predecessor organizations. He held Vice President positions in Strategic Initiatives, Crop Protection Global Portfolios and Cereal Herbicides, and served as President of Dow AgroSciences Canada.