Ontario Plants announces new leadership

Ontario Plants has completed the first phase of its Glencoe, Ontario facility, expanded into soft fruits and tissue culture, and appointed new leadership positions in the company.

By the end of 2025, Glencoe will operate as a fully standalone site—creating two independent facilities and giving Ontario Plants greater flexibility, risk mitigation, and capacity to serve a broader customer base. This expansion enables the company to meet rising demand, reduce biosecurity risks, and unlock new growth opportunities across North America.

Ontario Plants is also entering the tissue culture and soft fruit propagation space—two fast-growing segments that promise long-term returns and market differentiation. These initiatives are supported by a refreshed leadership team poised to drive performance, scale operations, and build enduring partnerships.

Laurent Mareschal, chief financial officer,  brings extensive experience in corporate finance, scaling agribusinesses, and securing long-term capital investments. As CFO, Laurent will focus on strengthening Ontario Plants' financial foundation, enabling investments in innovation, infrastructure, and future acquisitions.

Remco Hill, chief operating officer and a seasoned leader in controlled environment agriculture, brings deep operational expertise and a track record of optimizing production environments. As COO, he will be instrumental in ensuring Ontario Plants' facilities operate at peak efficiency while maintaining industry-leading quality.

Isaak Fast, director of sales, has played a critical role in strengthening customer relationships and aligning the commercial team with Ontario Plants' growth objectives. His leadership will be key to expanding market presence and delivering value to new and existing customers.

"With the new leadership team, the completion of the Glencoe facility's first phase, revitalizing the St. Thomas facility and expanding into new crops and technologies, Ontario Plants is well-positioned for the future," said Mathieu van de Sande, CEO. "These milestones are a testament to our commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction. I am confident that combining these initiatives and our talented team will propel us to even greater success."