Executive Director
Franco Naccarato
(519) 763-4558 Ext. 224
Franco is responsible for the leadership and management of the association, working closely with all levels of government, agricultural and industry groups on issues that directly affect Members and their businesses.
Technical Director
Daphne Nuys-Hall
(519) 763-4558 Ext. 222
Daphne works on the regulatory aspect of the meat industry, providing regulatory and technical advice and assistance to individual member businesses. Daphne leads the industry development activities including MPO training workshops and technical bulletin.
Marketing and Communications Manager
April Jackman
(519) 763-4558 Ext. 225
April is responsible for the MPO marketing & communications strategy, promoting a strong concise message to our members, industry and consumers. Leading our market development initiatives, April manages the MPO branding programs, events, social media strategy, and consumer outreach.
Market Development Specialist
Derek Boudreau
(519) 635-9281
Derek’s responsibility is to be in the field building membership through recruitment, engaging our current members, and increasing involvement in MPO’s many programs, events, and training, while also assisting with questions and concerns.